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Halloween costumes for dogs

Elle — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:53:36 +0000

As we begin October, so much runs through our minds: time to plant the mums, get the cornstalks on our front porch, gaze at pumpkin patches as we pass by and decide to wait one more week before stopping, and, last but not least, what are we going to dress our pups up as for Halloween?!

I thought these two were just adorable, and will continue to post my favs throught the month.

Happy October!

Is Swiffer Wet-Jet poisoning your pet

Elle — Wed, 01 Oct 2008 18:43:32 +0000

There have been rumors that Swiffer Wet-Jet products have an ingredient that is similar to anti-freeze, and could have detrimental health effects on your pets. Because the wet-jet formula is sprayed on your floor then wiped, the residue remains on your floor.

As your pet walks across the floor, the chemicals stick to your pet’s paws. When your pet licks his paws, the poison goes into his system. There have been reports of liver failure and kidney failure because of the ingredients in the wet-jet solution. I have chosen to be safe and not sorry, and have discontinued using the Swiffer Wet-Jet on my floors.

Defenseless puppies need defending

Elle — Thu, 24 Jul 2008 19:52:47 +0000

Puppy mills are scattered around the country that keep dogs in small cages stacked on top of each other so that the fecal matter drops through each cage to the one below, with unkempt and neglected dogs inside whose only purpose is to continuously breed and produce puppies. The puppies are taken from their mom at an age that is much too early for a healthy separation and then sold to either pet store chains dealers that are not regisitered. Not a pretty picture.

Let’s do our part to defend these defenseless puppies. Be sure of the origin of the puppy you want to purchase, spread the word to educate people on the atrocities of puppy mills, or go to this link to sign a petition online that will push congress to pass legislation protecting these abused animals.

Thanks for your help.

Let this dog video inspire you

Elle — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 18:34:45 +0000

Lis’ and Diva’s last run together:

May we all cherish our time with each other and our beloved pets.

Beagle saves owner’s life

Elle — Tue, 22 Jul 2008 18:17:33 +0000

This amazing story is from goodnewsblog.com and happened in Ocoee, Florida.

A Beagle named Belle, who is also a service dog, sensed when her owner was slipping into a diabetic coma and dialed 911 for help. She barked and whined into the cell phone (just as she was trained to do) and help was on its way.

Service dogs are a true asset for people who need assistance. It is costly to train them, but a saved life is well worth it!

Removing ticks is not difficult

Elle — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 18:15:45 +0000

Removing a tick from your dog is easy, but make sure you do not touch the tick with your fingers (use gloves and tweezers).

1.Grab the tick by the mouth parts or head, not the body.
2. With a smooth motion, pull firmly straight outward without twisting the tick.
3. Clean the spot where the tick bit your dog with a disinfectant.

Good luck!

Safety while your pet is in your car

Elle — Wed, 09 Jul 2008 16:31:28 +0000

For your safety as well as your pet’s, you should keep your dog in a restraint system or in a confined area at all times while riding in your car. He can be a serious distraction to you while you drive, and may get injured if you have to brake quickly or turn suddenly.

It is not always a law to have your pet restrained while in your car, but it is your responsibility for your safety and the safety of your family members as well as your pet, to keep him restained.

There are several dog seatbelt restraining systems available for you to choose from, and you can also tote your pet around in his crate that should fit safely in an area of your car.

Drive safely and enjoy having your dog with you on errands or vacation!

Black dogs often overlooked at shelters

Elle — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 15:17:51 +0000

I have two black dogs. They are real beauties with their shiny black fur and brown eyes. Both are rescue pets. I am lucky to have them, but black dogs are not adopted as often as lighter colored dogs from shelters.

Many factors enter into what dog a person chooses to adopt when going to a shelter to rescue a pet. Eye contact, visibility, and interaction are things that lead to this choice.

Often, the lighting is poor in a shelter and black dogs are more difficult to see by people browsing by the kennels. Darker eyes are not as easy to catch and make contact with. This makes eye contact less frequent between the dog and prospective owners. Also, the interaction is less frequent if people are not actively engaging the dog because they are not as visible.

When two dogs of equal temperment, one light colored and one black, were up for adoption, the lighter one was almost always adopted first. Many great pets are being passed up because they are unnoticed at the shelter.

Give each kennel a long look to get to know the dog that is inside. Those black beauties waiting for adoption make wonderful pets.

American Made Dogs

Elle — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 18:18:48 +0000

In the spirit of celebrating the 4th of July here in the United States, I thought it would be interesting for you to know what dog breeds have originated in the U.S. Here is a list:

Boston Terrier
American Eskimo
American Cocker Spaniel
American Water Spaniel
Australian Shepherd
Alaskan Malamute
American Foxhound
American Staffordshire Terrier
American Bulldog

Happy 4th of July!

Keeping your dog’s eyes safe

Elle — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 18:10:46 +0000

Your dog is very vulnerable to eye injuries because he is not able to talk to you. He is lower to the ground than you are, often has his head out of the car window when going for a ride, and is probably at your side when you do projects that involve chemicals, cleaners, or paint.

We all know that feeling of having a little eyelash in our eye. It hurts, scratches, itches, and is very uncomfortable. Injuries that involve scratching of the cornea, or damage to the eye in any other way such as chemicals in the eye, are very painful and your beloved pet cannot even tell you about the pain he feels. The injury is usually left untreated because you do not know it exists, and your dog suffers through the pain.

If you follow these simple tips, you will help to drastically reduce your dog’s chance of getting an eye injury:

1. Do not spray any cleaners, deodorizers, or chemicals around your pet. Just make sure your dog is out of the area.

2. Do not let your dog put his head out of the window when you take him in your vehicle.

3. Always keep your dog on a leash when you take him outside of your yard so that he does not get injured running through brush, get in a fight with another dog or cat, or get injured on a broken fence wire.
4. Do not get shampoo or anti-flea/tick products in your dog’s eyes. Wipe his face and around his eyes with a wet cloth with no shampoo on it.

Have a great week!