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Saturday, December 22, 2012
Cold Weather Tips For Your Pet
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TODAY'S PET TIP
Cold Weather
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An adequate shelter means your pet is kept warm, dry and away from drafts. If your pet lives in a shelter of his own, make sure that it is raised off the ground, has dry bedding and is insulated or heated.
Make sure also that your pet has a constant source of clean water – not snow. Thermal heaters are available to make sure the water source doesn't freeze.
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Winter continues to hold us within her icy grip, and pet owners need to take precautions to keep their animals safe and healthy.
The danger may be worse than what the thermometer reads. The wind chill factor can drop the temperature by 20 or 30 degrees. In other words, if the thermometer reads 34 degrees, the wind can make it feel like zero.
So even dogs and cats that stay outside in warmer weather may have to be brought inside in extreme cold snaps. ``Be attentive to your dog's body temperature and limit time outdoors,'' advises the SPCA.
Provide Adequate Shelter
An adequate shelter means your pet is kept warm, dry and away from drafts. That is easy enough to do in most homes, but remember that tile and uncarpeted areas can get very cold. If your pet lives in a shelter of his own, make sure that it is raised off the ground, has dry bedding and is insulated or heated. Make sure also that your pet has a constant source of clean water – not snow. Thermal heaters are available to make sure the water source doesn't freeze.
But portable heaters and fireplaces are potentially deadly hazards for small animals. Screen all fireplaces and place portable heaters out of their reach.
Never leave antifreeze or windshield wiper fluids on the garage floor or anywhere within reach. Many of these products
Avoid Frozen Areas
Nothing's more fun than cavorting with your dog in the snow, and regular exercise is important when your pet's been house-bound much of the time. But take care that your dog isn't close enough to a frozen lake, river or pond to jump in and get injured.
Dr. Gail Golab, assistant director of the American Veterinary Medical Association, warns that roaming cats and wildlife like to climb onto car engines for warmth in winter. ``There's a large number of people who let their cats outdoors, even in winter,'' she said. ``One of the things they tend to do is seek out warm places.'' So look under the hood and honk the horn before starting the engine.
Animals get frostbite, too. Just a short exposure to sub-zero temperatures can produce frostbite of the feet, nose or ears. Frost-bitten skin is red or gray and may peel off. Treat it by applying warm, moist towels to thaw the affected areas slowly, until the skin looks flushed. Then contact a veterinarian for further care, says Golab.
Extra Calories for the Cold
If your dog spends a lot of time outdoors, especially if he's a working animal, feed him extra calories because it takes more energy in winter to keep his body temperature regulated.
But be careful not to overfeed a dog or cat that's spending most of their time on a warm rug in the living room, said Dr. Sandra Sawchuck, staff veterinarian at the University of Wisconsin School of Veterinary Medicine in Madison.
``They're probably getting less activity, so they may even need less food,'' said Sawchuck, who's seen her share of plumped-up animals.
Many dogs just don't want to eliminate waste in deep snow, she said. In those cases, make a more comfortable bathroom by shoveling the snow away in a certain place, she recommended. ``Get the dog out there and back very quickly,'' she said.
Booties and coats can help your dog stay warm, but letting a thick-coated dog like a poodle go without grooming can cause more problems than it solves. The fur can get wet and matted, making it an irritant, so don't bypass grooming sessions for too long, she said.
Most importantly, remember that your pet is smaller and thus more vulnerable to the chills you feel, said Sawchuck.
Saturday, November 17, 2012
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Monday, October 22, 2012
Does Your Dog Hog The Bed? "Champ Does"
We Struggle each night to maintain control of the bed..
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We resort to Bribing Champ with Treats to gain access to our bed..
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It's Bath Time, Make it Fun!
Do the words “give the dog a bath” fill you with visions of a soapy, panicked pup crashing around the house? What about when they're finally free and they charge soaking wet onto the bed or the couch (spreading that “wet dog” smell on everything)? Is it bad enough that you find yourself letting your dog go weeks or maybe even months without a bath, just to avoid the stress?
Well, you're not alone.
My friend Margie has a little black and white Terrier named Chips who just HATES baths. Every time she mentions the word "bath," he runs away and hides under the sofa. It takes the entire family to catch and bathe him. Margie even tried SPELLING the word to trick him. "It's time to give Chips a B-A-T-H," she would say. But Chips soon caught on and began running for cover at the very spelling of the word. (Who said dogs aren't smart?)
There are many challenges to washing your dog. Some dogs are scared of the noise or don't like the smell of the soap, and some dogs just plain don't like the feeling of water on their skin. Big dogs can be more of a handful just because of their size. Dogs with thick coats are always more difficult to bathe because it's hard to clean through the fur down to the skin. (If you neglect washing out all the soap your dog could risk skin flakes and irritation.) Bathing your dog in an apartment or condo can be a challenge without an outside hose. These owners must wrangle their pooch in a slippery bathroom or pay a groomer...and that adds up.
No matter how difficult it is to bathe your dog, there’s no way around the fact that your dog does eventually need it. Here’s a good rule of thumb: whenever your dog starts to SMELL like a dog, it is time for a good bath. Regardless of how you do it, your dog needs to be bathed regularly: indoors or out, no matter how messy or unpleasant the job can be, this is something that just has to be done.
We know it's hard, so here are some tips to help make the job easier:
1. Start bathing your dog regularly at a young age to get him used to the process. Remember, puppies should be at least four weeks old before they receive their first bath.
2. Before giving your dog a bath indoors, make sure the house is warm. Turn up the thermostat a few degrees if necessary. Do your prep work and have everything ready ahead of time; you don't want to be scrambling for shampoo or a towel while you're trying to wash the dog.
3. Start by combing and brushing out all mats. Otherwise, the water will turn the mats into solid masses which will require clippers to remove. If your dog's hair is matted with paint, tar or some other sticky material, trim with clippers or soak the area with vegetable or mineral oil for 24 hours. (Consult a professional groomer for particularly difficult tangles.)
4. Prep your dog. Put a drop of mineral oil in their eyes to protect delicate tissues from suds (be sure to hold their head steady so they can' push the dropper into their eyes). Some people use cotton balls in the ears to prevent water from dripping in. If you use cotton balls, make sure they're the right size for your dog's ears; if they're too small, they may slip down the ear canal. Be very gentle with your dog's delicate ears and don't push the cotton down further than can be easily retrieved.
5. Bathe your dog as quickly as possible to make the process less annoying for both of you. Be thorough and do a good cleaning, but whether you're using an indoor tub or shower or washing him in the yard, do it as quickly as possible. Make sure to dry your dog immediately. Use a good pet chamois, lots of big soft towels, or a hair dryer set to a low setting. (If you don't dry him, he will "shake off" all the water on you, your house or anything nearby!)
Intelligent Content | 602 McNab Rd. | Pompano Beach | FL | 33060
Well, you're not alone.
My friend Margie has a little black and white Terrier named Chips who just HATES baths. Every time she mentions the word "bath," he runs away and hides under the sofa. It takes the entire family to catch and bathe him. Margie even tried SPELLING the word to trick him. "It's time to give Chips a B-A-T-H," she would say. But Chips soon caught on and began running for cover at the very spelling of the word. (Who said dogs aren't smart?)
There are many challenges to washing your dog. Some dogs are scared of the noise or don't like the smell of the soap, and some dogs just plain don't like the feeling of water on their skin. Big dogs can be more of a handful just because of their size. Dogs with thick coats are always more difficult to bathe because it's hard to clean through the fur down to the skin. (If you neglect washing out all the soap your dog could risk skin flakes and irritation.) Bathing your dog in an apartment or condo can be a challenge without an outside hose. These owners must wrangle their pooch in a slippery bathroom or pay a groomer...and that adds up.
No matter how difficult it is to bathe your dog, there’s no way around the fact that your dog does eventually need it. Here’s a good rule of thumb: whenever your dog starts to SMELL like a dog, it is time for a good bath. Regardless of how you do it, your dog needs to be bathed regularly: indoors or out, no matter how messy or unpleasant the job can be, this is something that just has to be done.
We know it's hard, so here are some tips to help make the job easier:
1. Start bathing your dog regularly at a young age to get him used to the process. Remember, puppies should be at least four weeks old before they receive their first bath.
2. Before giving your dog a bath indoors, make sure the house is warm. Turn up the thermostat a few degrees if necessary. Do your prep work and have everything ready ahead of time; you don't want to be scrambling for shampoo or a towel while you're trying to wash the dog.
3. Start by combing and brushing out all mats. Otherwise, the water will turn the mats into solid masses which will require clippers to remove. If your dog's hair is matted with paint, tar or some other sticky material, trim with clippers or soak the area with vegetable or mineral oil for 24 hours. (Consult a professional groomer for particularly difficult tangles.)
4. Prep your dog. Put a drop of mineral oil in their eyes to protect delicate tissues from suds (be sure to hold their head steady so they can' push the dropper into their eyes). Some people use cotton balls in the ears to prevent water from dripping in. If you use cotton balls, make sure they're the right size for your dog's ears; if they're too small, they may slip down the ear canal. Be very gentle with your dog's delicate ears and don't push the cotton down further than can be easily retrieved.
5. Bathe your dog as quickly as possible to make the process less annoying for both of you. Be thorough and do a good cleaning, but whether you're using an indoor tub or shower or washing him in the yard, do it as quickly as possible. Make sure to dry your dog immediately. Use a good pet chamois, lots of big soft towels, or a hair dryer set to a low setting. (If you don't dry him, he will "shake off" all the water on you, your house or anything nearby!)
Intelligent Content | 602 McNab Rd. | Pompano Beach | FL | 33060
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Thursday, July 26, 2012
15 Questions About You & Your Dog! Take The Poll
Posted By: Champ's Dog Dish & Life's Abundance Pet Food!
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TODAY'S PET TIP
Toxic Toads
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Licking, biting or otherwise ingesting Bufus marinus toads, located primarily in the southeastern United States, can result in nervous system toxicity as well as damage to the heart.
Rinsing a dog's mouth out immediately and seeking emergency veterinary care are essential to successful treatment.
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Funny and Interesting Polls from: The Pet Place.com
- Do you think it should be illegal to drive with your pet in your lap?
- How smart is your dog?
- Does your dog have an “attitude”?
- Do you think dogs can sense when a storm is coming?
- Do you think your dog knows when you are sad?
- Do you think your dog dreams?
- Do you think dogs can enjoy television?
- Are you going to buy your dog a present for Christmas?
- Do you kiss your dog to make up?
- Do you think your dog feels guilt (when he does something wrong)?
- Do you think your dog is "loyal"?
- Do you have a dog that has grieved over the passing of another pet in the home?
- Do you think your dog experiences stress?
- Do you leave the TV or radio on to keep your cat company when you are gone?
- Do you take your dog on vacation with you?
Thursday, July 19, 2012
Dogs Get Sunburns Too
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Posted By: Champ's Dog Dish & Life's Abundance! Click Here to view Champ's Website.
Dogs Get Sunburns Too Humans and dogs alike can suffer from sunburn; long term exposure can result in skin damage and skin cancers. Like humans certain factors make some dogs more prone to sunburn. Dogs with white or light colored coats, dogs with a very short coat or no coat at all, dogs that have suffered coat loss from allergies or other medical conditions and of course dogs that are outside during the hottest part of the day.What steps can you take to prevent your dog from getting sunburn?
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