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Remember celebrity canine cop Rin Tin Tin, the German shepherd that fought crime in movies and on TV for decades? Dogs of this breed are well suited for police work off screen as well, thanks to their intelligence, fierce loyalty, and keen sense of smell. Search-and-rescue dog and guide dog for the blind and disabled are other positions you may see on a shepherd’s resume. They aren’t all work and no play, though. When trained and socialized early on in life, they make great pets and get along well with the whole family, including other animals.
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Pancreatic Cancer Patient Pens “Pampered Pooch Parties”
Pampered Pooch Parties
Louisville, Colo., May 07, 2012 — Cancer Patients and devoted dog owners know the joy and excitement of having a dog as their best friend and family member.
“Writing this book forced me to evaluate why I included my dog in all of my celebrations as well as my accomplishments and major milestones. They are my family and help me during my treatments” leading Patricia Griecci to publish, “Pampered Pooch Parties”.
If you party with Fido, you’re not alone. Every year, over 10 million people celebrate their dogs’ birthday, according to the American Pet Association. Some 750,000 throw parties and invite other pets.
Many more would celebrate but don’t know where to begin. After all, it’s not quite as simple as stopping by the local grocery store for a cake mix and a can of frosting.
Patricia Griecci, founder of Smiling Dog and PlayMore Publishing, knows the problem some pet guardians face. “A large number of guardians (pet owners) have told me the same thing about asking how to include their best friend in a family tradition or celebration.
The book “Pampered Pooch Parties” is printed in the USA and available in eBook form from Playmore Publishing and Amazon.com.
A portion is contributed to cancer research for humans and dogs.
For more information, contact Ms. Griecci
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Cancer Patients and devoted dog owners know the joy and excitement of having a dog as their best friend and family member.
“Writing this book forced me to evaluate why I included my dog in all of my celebrations as well as my accomplishments and major milestones. They are my family and help me during my treatments,” leading Patricia Griecci to publish, “Pampered Pooch Parties.”
Many more would celebrate but don’t know where to begin. After all, it’s not quite as simple as stopping by the local grocery store for a cake mix and a can of frosting. This book has lots of recipes, templates and pictures to help you create family traditions and lasting memories.
Patricia Griecci, founder of Smiling Dog and PlayMore Publishing, knows the problem some pet guardians face. “A large number of guardians (pet owners) have told me the same thing about asking how to include their best friend in a family tradition or celebration. This book not only contains recipes and templates it is a guide book for creating family traditions.
The book “Pampered Pooch Parties” is printed in the USA and available from Playmore Publishing.com and Amazon.com also available in ebook format. Playmore Publishing is the idea of Patricia as she wanted to name a company that had the same fun and playful spirit as her dogs.
Patricia also has “The Well Trained Pet Guardian” book that asks the question “Are you training your dog or are they training you?” A look at dog training as seen from your dogs eyes.
Patricia is currently working on another book and looks forward to your stories and pictures. Patricia thoughts have been quoted in this article. Please feel free to, contact Ms. Griecci at PlayMore Publishing
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Like senior people, senior dogs benefit from measures aimed at helping prevent pain and increase comfort. Discomfort can sap your senior dog’s energy, making it harder for him to cope with more serious health problems. Look at your dog’s environment and routines with a comfort-oriented perspective: What can you do to help make life easier for his aging body?
Reduce arthritis pain. Dogs suffering from osteoarthritis will walk with a stiff gait and may show other signs of pain. These dogs deserve the very best dog bed you can afford. Place it away from drafts and cold rooms.For the same reason, don’t expect your elderly dog to climb stairs to get to his bed, food, or water. Cover slippery linoleum, wood, or tile floors with carpet runners so he can cross them without the risk of his legs splaying out, which can cause painful muscle injuries and aggravate any existing conditions.
Although most dogs look forward to their daily exercise, keep walks short for arthritic dogs. Joint-health supplements can be helpful for these pets.
Groom for health as well as beauty. Many senior dogs can develop a parched, flaky coat. Use conditioning shampoos specifically for dry coats, and incorporate coat-health supplements into your dog’s diet. You can also consider supplementing your dog’s diet with several teaspoons of flaxseed or cottonseed oil per feeding. (This can add significant calories to the diet, so proceed cautiously with overweight dogs.)
Too-long toenails will interfere with your dog’s ability to walk and stand comfortably, straining his muscles as he struggles to maintain his balance or compensates with an irregular gait. Trim nails regularly so they are even with the bottom of the footpads. Groom longhaired dogs regularly to help prevent mats; the difficulty of removing them can add trauma your senior dog just doesn’t need.
Deal with phobias and anxiety. Senior dogs may develop phobias and anxiety as they grow older. It is not uncommon for some older dogs to suddenly get extremely anxious when thunderstorms start rumbling or the wind starts howling. Some dogs may develop separation anxiety when they are left alone. Don’t crate a fearful or a nxious dog. Products such as pheromones are available over-the-counter and from veterinarians and may help alleviate anxiety.
If your dog’s been with you for many years, you can sometimes miss the day-to-day changes that signal age-related discomfort. Make a point to observe his behavior and routines specifically for ideas about how you can repay his faithful companionship with extra comfort in his senior years.
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Pets have really become a part of the family in many American households. And many devoted owners just can’t stomach the idea of leaving the dog behind when they go on their summer vacations.
Do you want me to turn this car around?
Traveling with pets is increasing in popularity. And although bringing the dog along might be fun, it also comes with a certain amount of responsibility, especially during the hot summer months.
Famed veterinarian Dr. Marty Becker shared a few tips to keep your dog safe during summer travel.
In the car
- Secure your dog in the seat: Keep your pet safe in a comfortable crate or carrier, or use a canine car harness that attaches to your seatbelt. Barriers are popular, too, but choose carefully: Some are too flimsy to protect dogs and people in case of an accident. Also, keep pets out of the front seat unless they are secured in a booster seat with the air bag off.
- Bring toys: Dogs have a tendency to get bored in the car and this can lead to destructive behavior. Bring along pet toys and puzzles to keep them occupied.
- Carry an emergency first aid kit: Carry an emergency kit with first aid supplies (talk to your vet about pain-relief and tummy-upset medications), a muzzle (hurt pets can and do bite!) and extra food and water. Your pet should have an ID tag with your cell phone number on it, since a home phone will do no good if you’re not there.
On a plane
- Check with your airline well in advance of travel: Not all airlines allow pets, and others limit the number of animals per flight, both in the cabin (for small pets in carriers that fit under the seat) and in cargo. You will also need for your pet to see your veterinarian no more than a few days before flying, to get a health certificate to present at check-in.
- Bring a secure carrier or crate: If flying in the cargo area make sure pets are in strong carriers that are well ventilated, and just big enough that a dog can stand up, lie down, and turn around comfortably. Be sure all fasteners are in place and tightly secured to prevent the carriers from snapping open and allowing your pet to escape. Bring zip-ties to the airport to secure the door at check-in. You will not be allowed to have anything in the crate except simple bedding, such as shredded newspaper.
- Choose direct flights if possible: If your pet needs to make a connection, call the airline to check that your pet was loaded on the second plane. In warm weather, over-night flights are preferred; in winter, daytime. Try to avoid peak travel periods, such a holidays or Mondays.
- Never ship a short-nosed dog or cat: Breeds such as bulldogs or Persians fall into this group. The vast majority of pets who die in transit come from these types of pets, who have difficulty breathing and staying cool.
At the beach
- Check for pet-friendly beaches and obey the rules: Some beaches allow pets off-leash always, or at certain times or year or hours. Bring your leash, fresh water, shade and clean-up bags. Toys such as the Cool Kong or other floating toys are great for retrieving, so bring them along. Tennis balls also float, so bring a Chuck-it.
- Pay attention to water conditions: For dogs who do like to swim and are good at it (such as retrievers) be aware of tides, current, rough water and high waves. Enforce “time outs” to ensure your dog isn’t becoming exhausted: Even good swimmers can drown.
- Watch for hot sand: Protect them with booties. A unique new product is the Planet PETCO LuvGear booties with TempAlert technology. These not only prevent the paws from abrasions or serious burns, the TempAlert patch lights up to let pet parents know when the outside temperature becomes too unsafe and the dog is at risk for heat stroke.
- Protect pets from the sun: Protect ears and lightly furred patches with waterproof children’s sunblock. White dogs may need to be protected over their body by pet clothes, or even a simple T-shirt.
Other tips
- You might be traveling into an area that poses health risks for your pet your pet you don’t face in your hometown. For example, you might be traveling into an area that has a lot of external parasites such as fleas and ticks or heartworm disease (carried by mosquitoes) and need to protect your pet. Ask your veterinarian what products you should use before you go and while you’re gone.
- Many pets get motion sickness. You can ask your veterinarian about products that act like an invisible cork to prevent car sickness.
- If you’re going to be on a boat this summer, don’t forget to have a life vest for your furry friend. Most dogs are tempted to jump off into the water for a refreshing dip, but whether they prefer the chilly water or just kicking-back on board, a life preserver should be part of their permanent style. A dog flotation vest would help protect them in or out of the water.
- Don’t forget to keep them hydrated with portable bowls throughout the day.
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Step #2 – Change the Food!
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You are what you eat and in the case of many North Americans it’s not a pretty picture… In days gone by, dogs and cats survived on prey that they hunted. Cats seldom drank water as most moisture came from the dead bird or mouse. Dogs chewed on bones and in the process kept their teeth clean. Pets have moved from the wilderness to the living room. They now wait (or demand) that we humans feed them. They feast on ready to eat packaged foods, and in some cases this may be harming your pet.
Some symptoms of less than natural diets include: bad breath, itchy skin, dull dry coats, and intestinal gas. A common disease that can be attributed to diet is diabetes in cats.
Commercial pet food does not always provide all of the nutrients that some dogs and cats need to be healthy at different times in their lives. This food also contains things that your pet doesn’t need, such as chemical additives and preservatives.
An example of a preservative that is commonly found is propylene glycol.
It is used to keep moist pet foods fresh.
It has been linked to anemia and bloat.
One of the single most important things you can do for your pet’s health is to feed a more natural diet. I have seen natural diets improve allergies, arthritis, diabetes, chronic vomiting and diarrhea.
If you are to use a commercial food, here are some tips to check for quality:
1. Ingredients are listed in descending order. The first ingredient should be an animal based protein.
2. The entire protein should be listed first. Avoid foods that list by-products. Avoid those that list the food fractions – i.e. wheat middlings or corn gluten instead of the whole grain. These ingredients are leftovers from the human food processing and don’t provide the best nutrition.
3. Look for natural preservatives. These include Vitamin C( ascorbic acid) Vitamin E and mixed tocopherols. Avoid ethoxyquin, BHA, BHT and propylene glycol.
4. Avoid foods with artificial flavor enhancers, such as phosphoric acid.
5. Avoid artificial colors. These include azo, azo dyes, and sodium nitrite.
6. Essential fatty acids must be added – of utmost importance for allergies, arthritis and cancer prevention.
7. Additional antioxidants, such as Vit E, Vit C and flavanoids
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Housetraining your puppy doesn’t have to be a headache.
The more vigilant the family is about eliminating the pup’s opportunity to have accidents and rewarding successes, the quicker and easier the pup is trained, says Julie Jackson, canine behavior coordinator for the Dane County Humane Society in Madison, Wis.
Begin training the first day you take your pup home.
How often you’ll need to take him outside depends on his activities. Puppies normally need to go to the bathroom after they eat, drink, play, chew, or sleep.
After each of these activities, take your puppy outside on a leash and take along a tasty treat about the size of a pea.
Try to go to the same spot each time. The odor from the previous visits will remind him why he’s there.
Once he starts to eliminate, softly praise him. (If speaking interrupts him, though, don’t say anything.)
When he finishes, immediately give him the treat and more praise.
Sometimes puppies urinate or defecate more than once per outing. After he relieves himself, don’t rush back inside. Wait a few more minutes just in case.
If you’re outside for more than 10 minutes and your puppy has not gone to the bathroom, but you think he has to, go inside. Wait 10 minutes. Then return outside and try again. Keep this up until he goes.
Make your puppy’s elimination schedule more predictable by feeding him the same amount of food, at the same time, everyday. (Sudden diet changes can cause diarrhea.)
To prevent indoor accidents, keep close tabs on him. Jackson recommends using a lightweight, 10-foot leash with a clasp on one end. Tie the leash around your waist or belt loop, and hook the clasp to your dog’s collar.
Now everywhere you go, he goes too. Look for signs that your puppy may need to eliminate, such as sniffing the floor in circles, or trying to run out of sight.
If you’re not home during the day, use a baby gate to confine your pup in a room with tile or linoleum to make cleaning up accidents easier.
During your lunch break, go home to let your puppy outside. If you can’t, consider hiring a pet sitter, or asking a neighbor.
Housetraining pads are an unnecessary step in the housetraining process, according to Jackson. Your puppy is capable of learning right from the start that the appropriate place to eliminate is outside.
When an accident happens, don’t yell, hit or rub his nose in the mess.
If you catch puppy in the act, clap your hands and startle him, she says. Then scoop him up, take him to the backyard, and reward him for finishing out there.
If he goes to the bathroom but you didn’t see him do it, just clean up the mess. Don’t say or do anything.
Your pup will start reliably going outside within several weeks, but Jackson warns not to let him have too much freedom, too soon. It can take up to nine months, she says, before he’s fully trained.
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Heartworm season is upon us again is your dog protected? Heartworm disease is a very serious and potentially fatal disease that all dogs is acceptable to even if they spend the majority of time indoors. Heartworm disease is a parasitic disease that is spread by mosquitoes from dog to dog. It only takes one bite from a disease carrying mosquito infected dog. The mosquitoes feed on the dog and deposit the active lab day in the bite. Allowed a mature as in my grades to the heart and can grow as big as 5 to 14 inches in length. Dogs can get over 100 of these worms in their hearts and major blood vessel. The worms interfere with the valves of the heart and can decrease blood flow to vital organs in the body such as Longs, space kidneys, space and liver. Dogs that become infected if in fact dead may not show any signs for up to two years, by which time treatment is much more difficult and dangerous. Treatment involves a series of injections and oral medications over several weeks to months. Space the danger is that buying worms can cause significant inflammation would dislodge from the heart becomes stuck in other major vessels in the body causing organ damage failure. Because heartworm prevention can be harmful if a dog already has the disease, dogs blood must be tested before prevention can be started. Disease prevention consists of the medication given by mouth monthly year round. The prevention is much safer and potentially much less expensive than treating the disease. This information was provided by our vet, for more information, visit their website at<a href=”http://www.cdah.com”> www.CDAH.com</a> <a href=”http://www.playmorepublishing.com”>For our Books about Dogs</a>
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Whether its an upset stomach or a housetraining accident, pets will, at some point, make a mess in the house. The good news: Many of todays new products not only make cleaning easier, but remove any trace that an accident ever occurred. Heres how to clean up some common dog messes step by step.
Urine: If you own a puppy, senior, or ill dog, you’ve likely dealt with puddles. Follow these tips for effective cleanup:
Vomit and feces: These pose challenges, since the dyes in pet foods and medicines can stain carpets.
Hair: You can’t stop pets from shedding, but you can control the loose hair.
New products make cleaning up after our best friends easier than ever. Always remember, pet messes are infrequent, but love is constant.
Canidae Pet Foods Initiates Voluntary Recall of Dry Pet Food Due to the Potential for Salmonella No pet or human illnesses have been reported associated with Canidae Pet Foods
Consumer Contact: 800-398-1600 Media Contact: Michael Lopes 800-398-1600 ext. 516, mlopes@canidae.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 4, 2012
Canidae Pet Foods announced today that it is issuing a voluntary recall of certain dry pet food formulas manufactured between December 9, 2011, and January 31, 2012 at the Diamond Pet Food Gaston, South Carolina plant.
Although there have been no animal or human illnesses related to Canidae Pet Food, and the product has not tested positive for Salmonella, the company has voluntarily initiated this recall out of caution to ensure the health and safety of consumers and their pets.
The below list of product with production codes that must have both a number “3” in the 9th or 10th digit and an “X” in the 11th digit with a best before dates of December 9, 2012, through January 31, 2013 which are being recalled.
The only Canidae products potentially affected are:
Canidae Dog, All Life Stages Canidae Dog, Chicken Meal & Rice Canidae Dog, Lamb Meal & Rice Canidae Dog, Platinum
Following is an example of how to read the production code and best before date: Picture The recall affects only products distributed in the following Eastern U.S. states which were manufactured at the Diamond Pet Food Gaston, South Carolina plant. Further distribution to other pet food channels may occur:
Florida, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee
Canidae Pet Foods apologizes for any potential issues this may have caused pet owners and their pets.
Pet owners who are unsure if the product they purchased is included in the recall, or who would like a replacement product or a refund, may contact Canidae Pet Foods via a toll free call at 1-800-398-1600, Monday through Friday, 9 am – 5 pm PST. Consumers may also go to canidae.com for more information. The company is working with distributors and retailers to ensure all products affected by this voluntary recall are removed from shelves.
As the products being recalled have the potential of Salmonella contamination, it is important to use care in handling them. Please carefully read all information below.
Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian. We do not have any confirmed reports of pet illnesses.
Individuals handling dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands with soap and hot water, immediately after having contact with surfaces exposed to this product. Healthy people who believe they may have been exposed to Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. According to the Centers for Disease Control, people who are more likely to be affected by Salmonella include infants, children younger than 5 years old, organ transplant patients, people with HIV/AIDS and people receiving treatment for cancer.
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Wellness Dog Food Announces Recall 05/04/2012
WELLPET LLC VOLUNTARILY RECALLS ONE RECIPE OF DRY DOG FOOD DUE TO SALMONELLA AT DIAMOND PET FOODS’ FACILITY
Tewksbury, Mass. (May 4, 2012) – WellPet LLC announced a voluntary recall of one recipe of Wellness® dry dog food after being notified by Diamond Pet Foods regarding the presence of Salmonella in Diamond’s Gaston, South Carolina facility.
All Wellness products are tested for Salmonella and all lots tested negative prior to shipping to customers. The company is voluntarily recalling the select products below. This voluntary recall is being done out of an abundance of caution as these products were produced at the facility that has been linked to recent recalls of Diamond brand foods due to the threat of Salmonella.
Pets with Salmonella infections may have decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. If left untreated, pets may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
Individuals handling dry pet food can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with surfaces exposed to this product. People who believe they may have been exposed to Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. According to the Centers for Disease Control, people who are more likely to be affected by Salmonella include infants, children younger than 5 years old, organ transplant patients, people with HIV/AIDS and people receiving treatment for cancer.
The products involved in this voluntary recall are:
Wellness Complete Health® Super5Mix® Large Breed Puppy, 15 lb. and 30 lb. bags and 5 oz. sample bags with best by dates of JAN 9 2013 through JAN 11 2013.
Best by dates (lot codes) can be found on the back of the bag in the bottom right-hand corner.
No other WellPet recipes, sizes or brands of food are impacted by this voluntary recall.
“As a pet parent myself, I know how important peace of mind is when it comes to the health of our pets, and that is why we require that all of our products undergo testing for Salmonella, among other things,” said Tim Callahan, chief executive officer of WellPet, the maker of Wellness® products. “All of these lots tested negative prior to being released for sale. We are voluntarily taking this additional step to further safeguard our dogs and to put our customers’ minds at ease.”
The majority of Wellness natural products for pets are produced in WellPet’s own modern state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Mishawaka, Indiana. WellPet no longer purchases any products from Diamond Pet Foods.
Pet owners who are unsure if the product they purchased is included in the recall, would like replacement product or have additional questions, may call us at (877) 227-9587 (Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM through 6:00 PM Eastern time and Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 AM through 5:00 PM Eastern time). From: http://wellnesspetfood.com/news.aspx
********** To sum things up, within the past several weeks Diamond pet food has recalled formulas of many brands of pet food including: . * Taste of the Wild * Natural Balance * Wellness * Chicken Soup For The Pet Lover’s Soul * Kirkland Brand Dog & Cat (Costco) * Diamond * Diamond Naturals * Premium Edge * Professional * 4Health * Country Value
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