How much Water Does your Dog Really Need?

How much water does your dog really need?

That's a tough question. But before I answer it, I want to stress how vital water is to your dog's health. It is essential for life. It helps digest food, carry and absorb nutrients, flush out waste and control body temperature.

Next to oxygen, water is the most important nutrient in your dog's body. Dogs can go for days without food. A dog's body can lose all of its fat and up to half of its protein and still survive. But when a dog loses just 10 percent of his body's water, bodily functions shut down causing serious illness. A 15 percent loss of water will kill him.

So how much water does your dog need? It depends on his stress level, how active he is, his size, his age, his health and the kind of food he eats. Even the weather can be a factor.

There is no steadfast rule. In general, animals should take in two and a half times more water than food. Another useful guideline for dogs weighing 20 pounds or less is that they need about 1 cup (8 ounces) of water for every 5 pounds of body weight. So, a healthy 15-pound dog would need 3 cups of water a day.

Dogs don't have to DRINK their daily fill of water. They also get water from the food they eat. Wet food has a lot more water than kibbles or dry food. Snacks like apples are also a great source of water.

When fresh, clean water is available a dog will generally drink all he needs to survive. The fresher the water, the more appealing it will be to your dog.

As a general rule, change the water in your dog's bowl at least 3 times a day.

Make sure your dog's bowl is clean. If you wouldn't drink from it, chances are he won't want to drink from it either. You need to wash your dog's water bowl every day and disinfect it regularly to control bacteria.

The better the water tastes, the more likely your dog is to drink it. Try using bottled or filtered water. Dogs also prefer cool water. That's why a pet fountain is a great way to help your dog drink more. It filters the impurities so the water tastes better; and the constant motion keeps the water cool, just the way your dog likes it.

A fountain that I really like is the Drinkwell Fountain. A veterinarian designed the Drinkwell fountain line, and veterinary urinary specialists recommend it. It comes in two styles. The smaller fountain is called the Drinkwell 360, and it is great for cats and small dogs. You can adjust the number of water streams, and your pets can drink from this fountain from any angle. The Big Dog Drinkwell is the large fountain. In fact, it holds more water than any other pet fountain on the market. This fountain is really great for large dogs or multi-dog homes.

The smaller fountain is called the Drinkwell 360, and it is great for cats and small dogs. You can adjust the number of water streams, and your pets can drink from this fountain from any angle.

Drinkwell 360

Big Dog Drinkwell

If you don't already have a pet fountain, you really should consider getting one. It's a great way to help your dog drink more water ... and that's the best thing you can do to keep your dog healthy.

Until next time,

Dr. Jon


P.S. Have you ever seen the Drinkwell 360 pet fountain? The design is very cool. To check it out, just go to: www.petproductadvisor.com/Drinkwell360. The Big Dog Drinkwellis also a great and it holds a LOT of water. To learn more about it, go to: www.petproductadvisor.com/DrinkwellBigDog

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Sparky the Fire Dog 61st Birthday

On March 18th was the 61st Birthday of Sparky the Fire Dog. This little dog has saved thousands of lives over the years by serving as the spokesdog for fire safety and prevention. Happy birthday, Sparky!


Sparky was created in 1951 for an Advertising Council campaign. The campaign aimed to educate people about the danger of fires, especially children (who are frequently at high risk). Over 3,000 people die in house fires each year and thousands more are injured, but Sparky helped work to change that.


Speaking of fires, did you know that pets can cause fires?

The most common way I've seen a pet cause a fire is by knocking over a candle. I've seen cats do this, and dogs as well (especially those with big wagging tails.) This is why it's important to NEVER ever leave a burning candle unattended in pet homes.


Dr. Debra, one of PetPlace's editors, told me her cat Sammy nearly started a fire during a dinner party. When no one was looking he got up on the counter and burned the hair off his tail. It didn't hurt Sammy but the house smelled like burnt hair. Had she been out of the room and had Sammy knocked over the candle,who knows what could have happened?


Please please please - have decals on each side of your home indicating to fire personnel that you have pets in your home. In case of an emergency, firefighters can locate and save your pets. You can buy these decals, which are quite inexpensive. They're the ones that I use myself. You can also take just a few minutes and make your own with this handy template; all you will need is a color printer. Go to: petplace.com/fireman-stickers


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Facebook Rejects Puppy Mill Ads for Good!

March 23, 2012

In response to concerns raised by the ASPCA and its national “No Pet Store Puppies” campaign, measures will be put in place to ensure that puppy mill dogs will no longer be sold via Marketplace on Facebook. The ASPCA is working with Facebook and Oodle, the online classifieds service that powers Marketplace on Facebook, to restrict listings of puppy mill dogs on the popular social media site. Through an ongoing removal process, ads placed by puppy mills have already started coming down. The process was designed to ensure that individuals may continue to post dogs available for a nominal adoption or rehoming fee.
The ASPCA believes that reducing Internet venues through which puppy mills can offer their dogs will help combat the inhumane puppy mill industry. Many puppies sold online come from puppy mills—these are large-scale, commercial facilities that commonly keep dogs in unsanitary, overcrowded and often cruel conditions without sufficient veterinary care, food, water or socialization.
"Removing an online platform for the cruel puppy mill industry sets a positive example of corporate citizenship and will help improve the lives of countless dogs," says ASPCA President and CEO Ed Sayres. "Most consumers are unaware they are perpetuating animal cruelty by purchasing a puppy online, and given the visibility of Marketplace on Facebook, this move has the potential to raise critical awareness about unscrupulous online breeders.”
Puppy mills that sell directly to consumers over the Internet are exempt from any federal oversight, allowing unregulated breeders to sell tens of thousands of puppies a year via online transactions. The Internet Crime Complaint Center notes that hundreds of complaints are filed every year from victims who are scammed when buying a dog online.
“Consumers who purchase a puppy from a website run the risk of acquiring an unhealthy animal and often end up with expensive vet bills and broken hearts,” said Cori Menkin, Senior Director of the ASPCA Puppy Mills Campaign. “We hope additional online retailers and classifieds listings will follow this example and stop providing a platform for puppy mill sales.”
To learn more about the ASPCA’s campaign to eradicate puppy mills and sign our pledge not to buy any items—including food, supplies or toys—from stores or websites that sell puppies, please visit www.NoPetStorePuppies.com.

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Reminder: Spring Eggstravaganza & Photos with the Easter Bunny! Paws-itive Experience and Eleventh Hour Rescue's Spring Eggstravaganza! On Sunday, March 18, Paws-itive Experience will be hosting Eleventh Hour Rescue for a Spring Eggstravaganza! Spring is "paws-itively" in bloom and it is time to have some fun with your pooch! Bring your whole family, including your furry pal, for a spring celebration. All funds raised will go directly to the care of Eleventh Hour Rescue's dogs and cats. Here is what you have to look forward to: Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny - bring the whole family! Dog Adoptions Easter Egg Hunt Paw Painting - Take home a piece of art from your pet! Training demonstrations Food tent and baked goods Chocolate Easter/Spring/Pet Themed Lollipops (for the humans!) Event Schedule 12pm: Event Starts 12:30pm: Round 1 Easter Egg Hunt for dogs 1:pm: Tricks 101 Demo by Tina Bowe 2:pm: Therapy Work Demo by Tina Bowe 3:pm: Basic Obedience Demo by Tina Bowe 4pm: Round 2 Easter Egg Hunt for dogs 5pm: Event Ends Check the bottom of the newsletter for a great coupon from Paws-itive Experience! Paws-itive Experience 114 Beach Street, Building #5 Rockaway, NJ 07866 (973)-625-2495 In This Issue Spring Eggstravaganza! Photos with the Easter Bunny Quick Links Eleventh Hour Rescue Website Contact Us P.O. Box 218 Rockaway, New Jersey 07866 973-664-0865 Subscribe to Our Newsletter! Please Donate Today! Help Us Help Them! Secure Donations Using PayPal Here comes Peter Cottontail! Additional Pet Photos with the Easter Bunny Right in time for Easter, Eleventh Hour Rescue invites you to come have your pet's photo taken with the Easter Bunny in a private photo session at our kennel in Randolph! This is perfect for a portrait of your whole family, including your furry pals. We will be doing photos by appointment only on Saturday, March 24th. Appointments will be held every 20 minutes during the following times: Saturday, March 24th: 11:00am-4:00pm Included in the photo session are two 4x6 prints in cardstock frames. The cost is a $15 donation. You may also purchase additional copies of your photos and frames. If you choose to provide us with your e-mail address, you will receive a digital copy of all photos taken. All proceeds will benefit Eleventh Hour Rescue. E-mail PetPhotos@ehrdogs.org to make an appointment today! There are a limited number of appointments available. Please provide us with your name, the name of your pet(s), a phone number where we can reach you, and when you would like an appointment. We will do our best to accommodate your preferences to the best of our abilities. You will receive confirmation of your appointment by e-mail. If you cannot make it to our private sessions at the kennel, please check out our other Photos with the Easter Bunny events at the following locations: Sunday, March 25th 12:00pm-4:00pm Pet Grooming Plus 25 Perry Street, Chester, NJ 07930 Thank you for supporting Eleventh Hour Rescue! Visit our Shutterfly site to see examples of past years' photos- Photos with the Easter Bunny. Save the Dates 5th Annual Golf Outing Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Black Bear Golf Course Crystal Springs Golf Resort in Hamburg, NJ Registration and Sponsorship Information Comedy Night Fundraiser- Hosted by Harris Bloom Saturday, June 9th, 2012 8:00pm-9:30pm Boonton Elk's Lodge Boonton, NJ Flier and Event Info Coming Soon! 2nd Annual Muttini MixerComing June! 7th Annual Ice Cream Social August 2012 Paws-itive Experience in Rockaway, NJ 8th Annual Puptoberfest! Saturday, September 29th Horseshoe Lake in Roxbury, NJ For vendor and sponsorship information contact: puptoberfest@ehrdogs.org Save $5 Take $5off your purchase of $25 or more at Paws-itive Experience during our Spring Eggstravaganza! You must present this coupon. Limit 1 per family. Offer Valid Only on March 18, 2012

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Hi ed, When's the last time you looked inside your dog's mouth? Would you say that their teeth are in good health - or are you not sure? We all know maintaining your dog's health can be costly at times. You've also probably heard that "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure." Poor dental health can have major effects on the rest of your dog's well-being. And sometimes health conditions surface right when you least expect them - and can hardly afford them. Less-than-optimal oral health affects about 80 percent of dogs who are three years old and older. Small breed dogs are especially prone to oral disease because of their smaller mouths and often crowded teeth. Plaque can collect and build up on your dog's teeth and gums. If it's not removed, it hardens into tartar within days. Tartar sticks to the teeth and can build up under the gums, irritating them. Bacteria can gather in the small pockets that develop. Bad breath and red gums may be your first and only tip that all's not well with your pup's mouth. Advanced oral and gum issues can be extremely painful for your pup. And those same issues can lead to much more serious health problems, too. Your dog's mouth can also cost a significant amount of money to treat. According to one pet insurance company, both dog and cat owners spend far more money fixing problems than they do preventing them - nearly two and a half times more! In fact, mouth, tooth, and gum issues in pets were the #1 reason for pet health insurance claims in 2010. There are several things you can do to help maintain good dental health in your dog: 1. Brush your dog's teeth, ideally every day. At the bare minimum, brush several times a week. It's well worth the effort it may take! 2. Take a look inside your dog's mouth periodically. Check for loose teeth, unusual bumps, and note any change in your dog's breath. 3. Schedule regular oral exams with your veterinarian. 4. Regularly offer your dog safe, natural chews or raw bones to help control plaque and tartar. (Always supervise your dog with chews and treats, please!) Dr. Debra, my friend from PetProductAdvisor.com, knows how hard it can be to give your dog proper dental care. Many dogs suffer from poor dental health when their owners struggle to clean their teeth. She recently found a great product that I agree can help many dog owners. Breath-Less Brushless-Toothpaste , made by Ark Naturals, is an all-natural dental chew that combines a clinically effective pet toothpaste nestled inside a tasty chlorophyll, cinnamon, vanilla and clove "chew." The patented toothpaste includes three ingredients that help inhibit the growth of plaque-forming bacteria, which is good news for your dog's oral health! Dogs love the taste and owners appreciate how these chews reduce bad breath and how their abrasive action helps remove plaque, tartar, and even tooth stains. Used regularly, they can play an important role in supporting your pet's oral health and maybe even help eliminate some of those costly, unexpected vet bills. Here's what one owner had to say about Breath-Less Brushless-Toothpaste: "I have a 14 year old Pomeranian and just can't bring myself to have her put under just to clean her teeth. Her breath had gotten pretty bad and the vet insists there's no other way to clean her teeth. I tried a toothbrush with dog toothpaste (she threw up) and an antiseptic smelling spray (she has never threatened to bite me before). Three weeks ago, I visited a pet store where they gave me a sample of Breath-Less. My dog loved it! After using it now for 2 weeks everyone comments on how white her teeth are. Her breath is 1000 times better. I'm telling everyone about this product. Thanks so much!" Sandra M, AL Please believe me when I say your dog's oral health is not worth gambling with. When you help maintain healthy teeth and gums, you're supporting your dog's health from head to tail. Find out more about Breathless-Less Brushless-Toothpaste dental chews today right here!Until next time, Dr. Jon P.S. Multiple award-winning Breath-Less Brushless-Toothpaste chews are all-natural and are made from highly digestible rice. No wheat, soy, corn, artificial colors or flavors! [-438.409620-] TODAY'S SPECIAL SAVINGS OFFER TODAY'S PET TIP Healthy Dog Teeth Keeping your dog's teeth clean can help keep your dog healthy. Use a soft toothbrush. Start by offering your dog a taste of the dog toothpaste. The next time, let him taste the toothpaste, then run your finger along the gums of the upper teeth. Repeat the process with the tooth brush. Get the bristles of the brush along the gum line of the upper back teeth and angle slightly up, so the bristles get under the gum line. Work from back to front, making small circles along the gum lines. 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Dealing With Pet Urine

Has your dog ever had an "accident" on the carpet, sofa or bedding ... and you could never seem to get rid of the smell?

It's a common problem for dog owners - one that is not easily solved.

Urine is one of the toughest odors to remove. Even when you think it's finally gone, the awful urine smell can come back again.

Here's what happens. You clean the spot, assuming the problem is solved. But then - days, weeks or months later - the disgusting urine smell mysteriously returns ... and this time, it's even stronger than before!

Urine odors resurface for two reasons:

1. There is a component to urine called "urine salts" that no amount of cleaning can remove. The urine salts are the part of the urine that causes odor.

2. At certain times, "something" in your home reactivates these urine salt deposits, and the urine smell comes back. That mysterious "something" is humidity.

Humidity increases the sensitivity of odor sensors. So the more humid your house is, the stronger the odors become.

Indoor humidity levels increase. With everyday activities like cooking, showering and drying clothes. And when indoor humidity levels rise, they reactivate those latent urine deposits and the terrible odor returns.

Let's talk a little more about those deposits.

Urine is made up of three different parts. Many cleaning products remove the first component - the sticky liquid content. Some can even remove the second component - the stain-causing pigmentation. But nothing removes the third component - the uric acid crystals or "urine salts" that cause odor.

When you clean or treat the spot, it may seem like the urine is gone because the stain and odor disappear. But the urine salts are still there.

In their dry state, urine salts have no odor. But when it gets damp or humid, moisture reactivates the crystals and the urine odor comes back - with a vengeance.

I've heard from dog owners who finally wound up replacing their furniture or carpeting because the odor was so bad. That's something we'd rather not have to do, especially in today's economy.

The good news is, we have found a great odor control product called Zero Odor that actually gets rid of the odor. It neutralizes urine odor so it can't come back to haunt you. This product doesn't just "mask" odors - it eliminates them.

Zero Odor works where other products fail because it attacks odor in an entirely different way. It chemically changes the odor molecules so that they are no longer capable of producing odor.

Check out this product demonstration. They use Zero Odor on doggy odors, diaper pails and other smelly items with amazing results. The smell actually disappears. To watch, click on the video below or go to: www.petproductadvisor.com/dog-odor.

Adding a New Pet

TODAY'S PET TIP Adding a New Pet to Your Home TODAY'S PET TIP Introducing a new pet to your household? At the beginning make sure to feed the new member of the household in a separate location.At least separate food bowls as much as possible for the first few days. Aside from love, food is everything to your pets.So don't encourage ill will between future buddies with a too-close-for-comfort feeding time routine.