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WELCOME TO ALL ANIMAL LOVERS
WELCOME TO ALL ANIMAL LOVERS
With this Blog I hope to share what I believe to be good information concerning dogs. I am also passionate about promoting Animal Adoptions from Shelters/Rescue Centers. There are hundreds of thousands of great pets that are desperate for a new home. If not so many of these precious animals will be destroyed needlessly. If you are not able to adopt at this time, please donate to your local Shelter. At the moment I have been very busy trying to get a new website up and running, so unfortunately that is taking up alot of my time. I have been posting some of the Articles I have written, but that is about it. In the near future I will be posting more information. I am in the process of looking for good dog information sites to link on my website. If you happen to come across a great website, article, etc concerning dogs and would like a place to share them, please let me. I will post them on this Blog and try to do a link swap with the site. I would really appreciate any help you can give me. Thanks for visiting and Have A Great Day!!
I am writing to let you all know that Jeannie Lee who had this precious boy pulled and sent to ARC fro health cert and boarding until he could fly out tonight has informed me that she can not afford to take him now - due to the emergency surgery and medical needs of the other two dogs she pulled on Friday. She has cancelled her credit card and now the dog is stuck at the vet - I am not prepared to abandon this boy and let him get sent back to the shelter but I need help with transport costs - please is there anyone that can help me get him to safety??? Please post pledges - minimal cost will be $700 due to vet bill, crate and airline costs. PLEASE HELP ME HIM NOW!!!
This poor dog is so depressed being in the Shelter and is not doing well. He is so sad he will not even get up off his bed and has given up. He deserves a family and loving home to live out his Golden Years not dying in a Shelter. We have found the perfect place for this poor old boy to live out the rest of his life in a loving forever home. We need some help with the expense of transporting him to his new home. Please donate and help us get this dog to his new loving family!! Please......
I died today. You got tired of me and took me to the shelter. They were overcrowded and I drew an unlucky number. I am in a black plastic bag in a landfill now. Some other puppy will get the barely used leash you left. My collar was dirty and too small, but the lady took it off before she sent me to the Rainbow Bridge .
Would I still be at home if I hadn't chewed your shoe? I didn't know what it was, but it was leather, and it was on the floor. I was just playing. You forgot to get puppy toys.
Would I still be at home if I had been housebroken? Rubbing my nose in what I did only made me ashamed that I had to go at all. There are books and obedience teachers that would have taught you how to teach me to go to the door.
Would I still be at home if I hadn't brought fleas into the house? Without anti-flea medicine, I couldn't get them off of me after you left me in the yard for days.
Would I still be at home if I hadn't barked? I was only saying, "I'm scared, I'm lonely, I'm here, I'm here! I want to be your best friend."
Would I still be at home if I had made you happy? Hitting me didn't make me learn how.
Would I still be at home if you had taken the time to care for me and to teach manners to me? You didn't pay attention to me after the first week or so, but I spent all my time waiting for you to love me.
I died today.
Love, Your Puppy
This is what happens to over 90% of the dogs that walk through the Shelter Doors.
I love dogs which is why I began to Rescue Dogs in High Kill Shelters with 2 friends of mine. We call ourselves "The Desperate Housewives of Dog Rescue". All 3 of us are German Shepherd Lovers, so we looked for Shepherds in High Kill Shelters. In our search we discovered hundreds of Purebred German Shepherds in the LA Kill Shelters. That is where Alexi's story will begin. Alexi is a very sweet 6-7 Year Old Male German Shepherd that was taken in as a stray. This poor boy looked like he had a tough life, yet he was so gentle and loving. We decided this was one we were going to save. He only had hours to live when we came to his Rescue. We contacted the Shelter and made arrangements to get this poor dog out of there. Normally, all dogs that are released from their facility must be spayed or neutered before leaving. According to the Vet at the Shelter our poor Alexi could not be neutered due to being 30 lbs. underweight and he had a severe ear infection (which we were not aware of at the time). We had to bring Alexi to another Vet to get a Heath Certificate and his Rabies Shot. This Vet also agreed Alexi could not be neutered. Now mind you all this is written on documentation that needs to travel with this dog. So Alexi has all this info on his paperwork stating: Do Not Neutered due to being Under-Weight (Emaciated) - Severe Ear Infection (he was put on Antibiotics) - Very Warn Incisors/Canines and Premolars with Heavy Staining and Dental Tarter/Plaque Buildup was also noted on his paperwork.
With his paperwork all set and Vaccines done, Alexi was ready for his trip to begin to his new home! We had made arrangements with Mid Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue in Maryland to take Alexi. He would be placed in a Foster Home until his Forever Home could be found. We flew Alexi from LA to Newark New Jersey where he would be picked up by my fellow partner Tina. (We only fly dogs on Continental Airlines because they have a climate controlled compartment for Pets. Also, we always use the Last Night Time Flight direct to Newark. Tina and her husband picked up Alexi and just loved him! He was so gentle and friendly she wanted him herself (She already has 3 dogs or she would have!). They drove Alexi to Maryland to his new temporary home. This is where his life just fell apart and this once Happy Rescued Dog is now living in Hell and fighting for his life!!
When Poor Decisions Can Mean Death
By Penny Eims Dog News Examiner
A recently rescued dog's life is hanging in the balance.
The dog, a German shepherd named Alex, was "saved" from a high kill facility in Los Angeles, CA. Alex made his way to the East coast where he was taken in by the Mid-Atlantic German shepherd Rescue.
When Alex arrived he had several health issues which needed to be addressed. Alex was severely underweight and suffering from a painful, chronic untreated ear-infection.
Though the California vets had advised that Alex should not be neutered until he had gained weight and his ear problem was addressed, the veterinarian with his new rescue went forward and he was altered - just days after the cross country flight.
Shortly thereafter, Alex went home with his new foster handler with instructions to keep him quiet - allowing him time to heal. But the very next day, it is reported that Alex was taken to an off-leash dog park. (Violation of Mid Atlantic Fostering Protocol) Though he made it through the outing without serious issue, it was likely a poor move on the part of his foster family. The foster home had no bond with Alex at this time - his full temperament was not known - and, he was still recovering from surgery and a severe infection. It is reported that Alex was confronted by several dogs at the off-leash park, but he did not react. No reaction would indicate that Alex is not a vicious, dog-aggressive German Shepherd. (I would also like to add that this Foster Mom had placed a "PRONG COLLAR" on this poor dog which was left on him continually -Violation Of Mid Atlantic Protocol)
The next morning, things seemed to fall apart. It is alleged that Alex got into a tangle with one of the foster home's dogs. The foster handler attempted to intervene and in the process, was bitten (rule number one - do not put your body parts into the middle of a dog fight - it will not end well).
Though dog fights are not unheard of - especially when new dogs are thrown into the mix, and especially in light of the stress that this dog had been through with the surgery, illness, and cross country flight - all hot on the heels of being in a stressful animal control facility - Alex was deemed "dangerous". Now, his life literally hangs in the balance.
The board members of the Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue are torn over whether or not Alex should be saved. Some want to fight for his life - others feel that he should be put down. (The BODs voted 4-3 to kill our beloved Alexi.)
Currently, Alex is housed at the Anne Arundel County Animal Control. Unless the board members of the Mid-Atlantic German shepherd Rescue appeal the decision to euthanize him - he will die.
Regardless of the fact that this dog has been in a highly stressful environment - while recuperating from surgery.
Those fighting for Alex's life have also created a petition - Click Here To Sign The individuals who created the Alex Facebook page are pleading for people to email the board of directors at the Mid-Atlantic German shepherd rescue.
If just one board members agrees that Alex's life is worth saving, the rescue will stand a chance of getting Alex released from the county animal shelter. Polite correspondence voicing your questions and/or concerns can be directed to the rescue at this address: BOD@magsr.org.
A dog bite should be taken seriously - however, the circumstances surrounding that bite must be taken into account. Was Alex displaying the behavior of a vicious dog, or that of a dog reacting to a stressful situation? Was Alex biting due to outright aggression, or was it reactionary and provoked by bad circumstances? Was the foster handler bitten because hands were in the middle of a dog fight (where they shouldn't have been in the first place)? Or, did Alex seek the foster handler out and viciously attack without provocation? If nobody fights for Alex, those questions will never be answered. His cross country trek and pull from a high kill facility will all be for naught.
By Penny Eims
Dog News Examiner
Bold Print info was added by Barbara Young
The Fosters Side Of The Story
By Penny Eims Dog News Examiner
On the explicit condition of anonymity, an insider to the Alex bite situation has released the foster home's own play by play recount of the events leading up to the attack which has put this rescued German shepherd's life in danger.
Many people following this situation have commented that the story being shared seems to ebb and flow like the tide - changing by the day, sometimes by the hour.
This email (received late last night) is the only "firsthand" information which has been provided to me.
According to the source, this is the email which was sent out by the foster handler to the Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue volunteers:
"Thought I would update everyone on Alex, Picked him up Friday at the vets. He had been bathed, shots and neutered. Rode well in the car home. Walked with Sugar and Tanner as soon as we arrived. Fed him 3 times a day chicken and rice with kibble. Would gulp it from the bowl so I hand fed him, took it gently. Friday night went well, slept in crate calmly. Saturday morning went to Quiet Waters dog park. Marie Hubrick meets there with her pack every weekend. Wanted to see how he reacted to other dogs, he did not seem to like my male Tanner. He tried to hump everyone. Marie's male GSD rolled him, and her pit snapped him off, he was fine with both. Off lead the whole time. Would stay by gate, Marie said a lot of rescues do that looking for their old owner. Walked daily with my pack Sugar and Tanner. Slept well in crate Saturday. Sunday morning 6am I was outside with all dogs going potty. Alex had his prong and a 20 ft lead because he seemed to not like Tanner. He had had a prong on since I picked him up on Friday. I was still in PJ"s when, for the first time, Alex went up at Tanner and Tanner went up to meet him. Alex came off with a snap of the prong and a strong no. Being the dominate dog handler that I am, I attempted to get Alex to go down. He yelped, from the prong. (I was very calm in my urging him down) I knew I had made a big mistake. Within seconds he bit me, I grabbed him by the neck to stop the bite and down we went , with me sitting on him. He gave up instantly. My dogs were waiting by the gate. I have 18 stitches, and a whole new outlook on prongs and the powerful dogs we bring in. We are waiting for Animal Control to decide his fate."
Those following this ever-changing story were provided with a statement by one of the Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue volunteers yesterday.
It should be noted, the emailed "official" statement which was published yesterday is from one of the volunteers who is not in favor of appealing the county animal control's decision to euthanize Alex.
There are other members of the rescue organization who are passionately fighting to save Alex's life.
Please Enjoy A Video Made In Honor Of Alexi (Be sure to have your sound on)
Donate To Alexi's Defense Fund
Friends of Alexi is a 501(c)(3) non profit tax exempt organization which is raising funds to support Alexi's expenses related to the appeal and getting him to safety.
Donations For Alexi's Legal Defense
THE COST OF HIS DEFENSE WILL INCLUDE ATTORNEY FEES, FLYING IN WITNESSES, EXPERTS, A BEHAVIORIST, VETERINARY EXPERTS, REHABILITATION, TRANSPORTATION, ETC.
These animals are in a high kill shelter. Please share this with people you know. There has to be someone out there looking for a new pet. Please help us save them.
Animal Rescue Superhighway: "Koala Kids Club Today s Child ~ Tomorrow s Ambassador Koala Kid’s Club - a humane education program developed by The Animal Rescue Superhighway - is a program for children in kindergarten through sixth grade, designed to teach that all life is to be respected and to appreciate the interdependency between humans and animals.
Some people are under the misconception that putting a dog in a crate is cruel to the animal. If this is done improperly, then yes I agree. However, if the Crate Training Technique is implemented properly this is not so. With this Article I hope to explain and convince you how and why this is beneficial to both you and your pet.
Let us begin with the improper uses of a dog crate. First and most important is never, ever use a crate to punish your animal. You will only create the idea that this is a bad place for him. Another improper use is to keep your pet in the crate for long periods of time. Depending on the age of your pet, the time limits will be different. For a list of time limitations by ages, you can go to a detailed guide on Crate Training. Also, please teach your children to respect the dog's crate. They should not be permitted to play in the crate, or pester the dog while he is in it.
Now let me explain why Crate Training your pet is important. Your pet has a den instinct inherited from ancestors years and years ago. If a crate is introduced properly to your pet, he will think of this as his den or safe place. Your dog will feel that his crate is a secure place for him to go when he is tired or stressed. In reality, his crate serves to replicate the sense of a den that he instinctively craves.
Another feature a crate can offer is it can be used as a great technique for housebreaking your pet. Most puppies will not soil their den, and if done properly this holds true in the crate as well. Make sure your crate is the correct size for your pet. You do not want to make his area too big. Your pet should be able to stand and turn around comfortably. Most of the Midwest styles come with a divider panel which let you adjust the size of the crate to grow with your puppy. This is a great feature because you only need to purchase one crate. Next you should get your pet on a schedule for potty breaks. Take your pet outside 15 to 30 minutes after each meal until he relieves himself. Praise him a great deal when he does. Choose a word you would like him to associate with doing his business. I use the word "make". When you take your pet outside, tell him let's go "make". When he accomplishes this, praise him with "good make". Depending on your dog's age will determine how often during the day and night he should be taken outside. You can use the link to the Crate Training information I have mentioned above to find your pets time limitations.
Crate Training also helps to keep your home from being destroyed in the early puppy chewing stages. It is a fact that all puppies like to chew. They are like children and need to be taught what is expected of them. Until they are over this stage a crate is the perfect place for your pet when your are not able to keep an eye on them. Place a few chew toys with some treats inside and they will be happy and content while you are busy.
I have used this method with my dogs. I am a die hard animal lover, and if this was cruel in any way I would be the first one screaming to stop this practice. My current dog is a German Shepherd we adopted at 5 weeks of age. He was badly injured and abandoned at an Emergency Vet. To make a long story short, they fixed him up and offered him to us. We started Crate Training him right away. When he was about 2 years old we decided to take his crate down. Buster (our German Shepherd) cried and moaned the entire night. We actually had to put his crate back up. That night he slept like a baby all night long. Now, does that sound cruel to you?
At Busters Canine Supply Outlet we can help you create the Den-like Atmosphere your pet requires. We offer all the products and information necessary to accomplish the Crate Training Technique successfully. Let us show you how with our Midwest Dog Crates and Pet Dreams Cratewear
As an animal advocate I do a lot of social networking trying to find like minded people. I have met many wonderful people that share my passion for helping and protecting our four legged friends. Through my search I came across this wonderful lady that I want to introduce to you. Her name is Princess Theodora Von Auersperg. Princess Theodora is not only a successful business owner, she is very much an animal lover with 6 rescued pets of her own! Theodora also donates 10% of her net proceeds to her foundation called Princess Theodora Foundation - 'Save A Soul'. This foundation provides resources to selected shelters and animal rescue organizations and supports the humane treatment, rescue and care of animals. Let me share with you her Story and Mission.
Princess Theodora and her foundation invite you to "Save a Soul" Will You Lend A Paw?
Princess Theodora Von Auersperg had not given much thought to the plight of our furrier friends, until upon a chance visit at a local animal agency a woman grasped her arm and pleaded, "Please, you must save a soul today." At that very moment a pair of curious green eyes wrapped in a coat of soft black fur and a gentle soul pierced the heart of a princess.
Prince was the first of six feline friends that now enjoy the warmth and compassion of Theodora and her husband Michel. The mission of The Princess Theodora Foundation - 'Save a Soul' - is to offer resource for the care and feeding of animals, by offering ten percent of Princess Theodora's net proceeds from her product sales and all net proceeds from the foundation's fund raising events and promotions toward charities that support the humane treatment of animals and animal rescue operations.
"We all are put here for a higher purpose, and ours is to help provide care for creatures that cannot care for themselves." -- Princess Theodora Von Auersperg
Our Philosophy
The motivation behind our cause is purely a loving one and comes straight from our heart. All we care about is to raise more awareness about the importance of humane treatment, respect, care and love toward all animals and the many blessings that come with inviting and making them part of our lives. Animal rescue, prevention of animal abuse and animal neglect are our top priorities. We do not pursue at all any specific agenda to convert mankind to a vegetarian or vegan diet, neither do we condemn people wearing furs or leather goods. Nobody is perfect. All it matters is that you have your heart in the right place.
Meet Some of Our Friends
One agency that has particularly caught the attention of Princess Theodora is "Hope for Life Rescue" in Virginia Beach, Virginia. For more than 7 years, this "urban sanctuary" for abandoned, abused, neglected and left-behind-street animals, has offered a safe, compassionate, and loving place for animals desperately in need of a home and people who will love them. With no set adoption fee, this non-profit organization operates on donations, used to insure all their animals come with complete medical package which includes all tests, shots, and spay/neuter.
Hope For Life Rescue, Inc.
610 Jack Rabbit Road, Suite #1 Virginia Beach, VA 23451 Office Telephone: (757-491-4609)
As the only non kill SPCA in the Tidewater Area the Norfolk SPCA has been doing wonderful work for many years in both their locations and they deserve all the credit and support they can get.
Hearts just naturally open up to whole new dimensions of love and joy when animals are brought into the home. Their unconditional love brings us closer to nature and what really matters in life. These little angels - healers here on earth - are here to mend the human heart with their love and companionship.
This compassion is not necessarily universal, and is why we're trying to help those that help these creatures get fed, find shelter, and find the love they richly deserve.
They need our help, and we hope that you will join us in our efforts.
Whether you have a dog, cat, or multiples of both, letting them have the option of when to go out and when to come in can save so much time. This type of freedom also helps to eliminate the scratching, barking, and other negative forms of behavior they exhibit when they want to go out and you cannot let them. PetSafe Dog Doors are the answer for you and your pets.
Of course, having any Dog Door assumes that you have a pet safe area into which
your pets can go once they do go out. Make sure your pet once outside, can be safely contained in your yard while he's enjoying the fresh air and taking care of business.
There are multiple sizes and styles of PetSafe Dog Doors and each has a purpose. There are simple styles of Dog Doors that can be installed easily into screen doors or regular doors. The flaps are weather proof, easily movable, and return to their original position immediately. Most pets figure out how to come and go the first day.
You also have your choice of styles that can be built into a garage door or other exterior walls. These are ideal for pets who are not allowed in the house alone for long periods while the owners are at work, etc. If your pet needs to be contained in the garage, it is the perfect solution for when he feels like heading to the backyard for a nap in the sun.
For additional safety, there are electronic PetSafe Dog Doors. Unlike Dog Doors that allow entrance by just about any pet (including your neighbor's dog if he figures out how to use it!), electronic PetSafe Dog Doors can only be opened when a pet wearing an appropriately tagged collar comes close, and the sensor releases the lock. The electronic PetSafe Dog Door is the perfect choice for any pet owner who has come home to find that their pets have actually brought friends home through a regular Dog Door.
Prices range from about $50 to over a few hundred for the large electronic styles. The PetSafe Dog Door can accommodate Wall Mounting, Door Mounting, or even Sliding Glass Door Mounting applications. It provides you and your pet a great freedom, especially on the long days of your work week.
At Busters Canine Supply Outlet we offer all types and styles of PetSafe Dog Doors. We have Videos to show you how easy it is to install these doors in all the applications mentioned above. Many of our Dog Doors are now on Sale.
The Christmas Holiday is just around the corner. This is the time of year when many people decide to add a new puppy to their family. This is a big commitment, and hopefully you have done your research to find the correct dog breed for your family. I urge everyone to please make your first choice your local Animal Shelter. There are hundreds of thousands of great dogs looking for a "Forever Home". The only thing wrong with the majority of these animals is that they are homeless. Many of these dogs are even pedigree if that is important to you. Remember when you adopt an animal you are saving a life. So give your family the gift of a new pet, and give the homeless animal the gift of life.
When you have found that perfect pet to bring home you will need some necessary supplies for that pet. Some of you have had previous pets and more than likely are already prepared for your new family member. If this is your first pet you might feel a bit over whelmed as to what supplies you will need. Would you appreciate a package that had everything you would need to get started. Well, I can tell you there is such a package. It is called the Puppy Package. The Puppy Package is available in 3 sizes for both boy and girl puppies. Let me tell you what is included in this package.
1- Midwest Life Stages Crate
Durable, Satin Black Electro-Coat Finish
Mesh: 1 1/2 x 3"
Safe and Secure Slide-Bolt Latches
Includes Carrying Handles
Includes Divider Panel
Includes Pan
2- Stainless Steel Bowls
Stainless Steel bowls - Easy Clean
Rust resistant, and of course - chew resistant!
1- Shampoo-16 oz
Specially formulated with extra mild and tearless ingredients to gently clean and protect your puppy's delicate skin and coat
Long-lasting fragrance leaves your puppy smelling fresh and clean
1- Curved Slicker Brush
Sure grip comfort handle
Easy on your pet and gentle on the coat without irritation
Medium curved head
6 inches long with 1/4 in teeth
1- Dingo Rawhide (12pk)
A Chew, A Treat
Irresistable Natural Rawhide
Healthy and Fun Way to Exercise Your Dogs Teeth and Gums
Made in Accordance With USDA Specifications
Real Bits in Every Bite
1- Puppy Kong
Made with puncture resistant super bouncy natural rubber
The Puppy Kong is a must for keeping that little one entertained for hours. The Puppy Kong will satisfy that natural need to chew and maybe even save your favorite pair of shoes!
1- Puppy Collar
Soft, snag resistant nylon collars are ideal for puppies. Flat 3/8 braid lets you fasten anywhere on collar because it seeks it's own hole for a perfect fit every time!
Blue - Boy and Pink - Girl
1- Puppy Leash
These 3/8" Puppy Leads are soft woven nylon, great for puppies and small dogs
Good-looking and well-made
Lightweight, great for use when introducing the lead to your puppy
Economical
4' Long
Blue - Boy and Pink - Girl
1- Quiet Time Fleece Bed
Ideal for Use in Crates, Carriers, Dog Houses, Vehicles
Keeps Pets Cool in the Summer, Warm in the Winter
Machine Washable
Ultra-Soft Synthetic Sheepskin or Plush Fur
Comfortable Polyester-Filled Bolsters
Cushioned Poly/Cotton Base
This is a great package, and as you can see everything you need to get started with your new best friend is included (minus food). No need to hassle with a store and hope you bought everything you will need. With this package all you need is to bring home that new puppy. The only thing left for you to do is enjoy your Holiday and that new member of your family.
This Puppy Package is available at Busters Canine Supply Outlet. See our Crate Training Info and let us help you house train your new pet and explain the importance of the technique.
When it comes to traveling with your dog, you need to make sure that they too are safe while on the road. You place your children safely in seat belts and car seats for their safety, however most people do not think about the safety of their pets while traveling. A Midwest Dog Crate is an excellent solution for a number of reasons. You can check them all out right now, just look at the guide below and you will be ready to start shopping around.
There are various models of Midwest Dog Crates made in order to house different size dogs. The main aspect that you can see is the fact that there is a Midwest Dog Crate for any type of dog. No matter what the actual size of the dog is, you can be sure to find the best Midwest Dog Crate to fit them in. Make sure that your dog has enough space to stand and turn around in so that the ride is comfortable.
Most dog crates constructed are basic and do not offer a lot of comfort to your pets. The materials that are used in order to construct the Midwest Dog Crates are incredibly durable. These dog crates are available in variety of styles with different wire placement and thickness. This is something that should also be considered when choosing the proper dog crate for your pet. The Midwest Dog Crate has numerous styles with many latching door options. They are available in a Single, Double, Triple, or even a Side Door applications. This makes these dog crates a very good investment for your pet and his/her safety while traveling. These crates will enable your dog to relax and sleep when on any type of trip. As long as you buy a big enough crate (With a comfy Crate Bed), your dog will have no complaints about sleeping or traveling in their new crate!
Even if you do not have a lot of money in your pocket, you can still afford to get the right dog crate. Midwest Dog Crates are easily affordable and will surely enable you to travel a lot more with your dog. Ensure that you search for a Midwest Dog Crate that will house the dog as comfortably as possible. If the dog crate is too small, you may end up hurting your animal! Start shopping for the best dog crate possible. You can go online and shop around for the Midwest Dog Crate you need at the price you can afford.
Here is a preview of our new and improved website. Come and visit Busters Canine Supply Outlet and check out our new store. We still offer all the same great products, information, and links to help you find that new pet for your family. Please, always consider adopting an animal from your local shelter your first choice when looking for a new pet. Remember when you adopt an animal you are saving a life!
When you bring home that new addition to your family you will need to have a "den haven" for your pet. Not only will this be his/her "den haven", it will keep your home from being destroyed during the early puppy chewing stage and house breaking period. In the next article you will be given all the information you will need to learn the concept of Crate Training your new pet and why it is so important.. Here we will show you the products that are necessary to accomplish this technique successfully.
Midwest Dog Crate
The first and most important item is a Midwest Dog Crate. There are many brands of Dog Crates out there, but the Midwest Dog Crate is the one I prefer because I feel it is a high quality product. When you are choosing a dog crate for your pet it is very important that you purchase the proper size crate. As a rule of thumb, your pet should be able to comfortably stand up and turn around in their crate. Make sure the crate is not too large for your pet. If you have a new puppy that will grow into a large adult, the Midwest Dog Crate comes with a divider panel. This is a great feature for you because you can use this divider panel to adjust the size of the crate as your dog grows. This way you only need to purchase one dog crate for the life of your dog.
Midwest Dog Crate & Pet Dreams Cratewear Set
Crate Bed & Bumper Pad
The next item that you will need is a Pet Dreams Cratewear Set. This includes a Crate Bed, Crate Cover, and a Bumper Pad. This helps you create the den-like atmosphere that your pet requires to feel safe and secure (this will be explained in the Crate Training Article). The Crate Bed in this set is a wonderful product for a puppy owner because they are completely washable and dryable. We all know puppies will have accidents during the training process and this has to be expected. However, what an ease for you to just throw the bed into the washer, dryer, and back into the crate. You might be thinking "What do I need a bumper pad for?" Let me explain. A crate bumper pad acts as a protector for your puppy's legs just like a bumper pad does for a baby in their cribs. There are many injuries every year with puppies hurting themselves in their crates. A puppy reacts in fear when he/she gets stuck and could end up causing sever damage to themselves. I have spoken to my Vet about these pads, and he thinks they are a great idea. He has seen many cases of leg damage to puppies in his practice because of this.
Basically, these 2 products are all you will need to begin Crate Training your new pet. There are many products out there to choose from, but these are the products I choose. I always look for the highest quality and the most humane products available. So your next step is to learn the technique of Crate Training. Please always remember to be patient with your puppy during this period. They are basically just like a very young child and need to be taught what is expected of them. So, please take it slow, and I wish you and your new pup well!!
Every Time You Purchase A Puppy From A Pet Store You Allow This To Continue
As most of you already know we have a serious problem in this country with homeless and abused animals. One of the biggest culprets of this problem are the thousands of Puppy Mills that produce millions of sick, unhealthy, and abused animals every year. I have found some great organitions and information that I will share with you. After reading this lens I can only pray that you will never purchase a pet from a Pet Store again, and will help support these great organization so we can put an end to these horrific places and the scum of the earth that run them.
The number of pets that are homeless have been consistently growing in number over the years and finally reached an all time high. Pounds and shelters are full and overcrowded, turning away and killing pets weekly because there are few alternatives. Still more suffer abandoned, unwanted, and unfed. The problem of homeless pets is one that must be addressed.
Millions of dollars are being poured into the care of homeless pets each year. It is sad and disgusting that such money must be used to care for an issue that could be resolved if the majority of the people would resolve to do their part in controlling it. What is your part? Read on to discover.
If you have a pet of you own, care for it properly. Make sure it has tags and could be easily identified and returned to you in the unfortunate event that it did become lost. Spay or neuter it to help control the issue of overpopulating. Also, take care to train your animal properly, as best as you can.
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If you do not have a pet, or if you are capable of caring for more than one, adopt it instead of purchasing it from a breeder or pet shop. If everyone would adopt one pet, we would not be dealing with the current problems we have today
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Foods Poisonous To Our Pets by Megan Zehnder
We all know that pets aren’t supposed to have people food. But let’s face it, sometimes, it happens…something falls on the floor when you’re cooking dinner, and Buddy is quickly there, vacuuming up the crumbs, or Felix steels something off the plate when you aren’t looking…
There are some healthy “people foods” for pets (only small amounts– not replacements for pet food). But there are also many foods that can be dangerous to our feline friends and canine companions.
Here is a handy list of the top common foods that are toxic to your pet along with tips on what to do if your pet happens to get a hold of any of these substances.
Avocado Avocado While many pet owners say they feed their pets avocados with no problems, studies have shown that their leaves, fruit, seeds and bark can contain a toxin called Persin. According to the ASPCA, the Guatemalan variety, which is commonly found in stores, contains the most toxicity.
Onions, onion powder, chives and garlic
These all can lead to gastrointestinal irritation and red blood cell damage. All forms of onion can cause problems including dehydrated onions, raw and cooked onions. Cats are more susceptible than dogs, but it can be toxic to both. Grapes Grapes and raisins These can be toxic to dogs and cause kidney failure. Researchers say there are still many unknowns about the toxicity of grapes and raisins, including whether only certain types of dogs are affected, but it is advised not to feed grapes or raisins to dogs in any amount.
Yeast dough
Dough that is not cooked and contains yeast can rise in your pet’s stomach, causing pain, and can potentially cause the intestines to rupture. This risk diminishes once the dough is cooked. Bones
Left-over bones Left-over bones pose a choking hazard to pets, and they can also splinter and puncture your pet’s gut or intestine. Additionally, do not feed your pet undercooked meat or eggs, as they can contain harmful bacteria.
Foods with a high salt or fat content
Excessive fats can cause upset stomach and potentially inflame the pancreas causing pancreatitis. Salty foods can pose a risk for the development of sodium ion toxicosis, according to the ASPCA. Be aware that if your pet gets into food with a high fat or salt content, she could experience stomach problems including diarrhea and vomiting.
Chocolate Chocolate, coffee, alcohol According to the ASPCA, the substances in chocolate, coffee, and caffeine, methlxanthines, can cause vomiting, diarrhea, panting, excessive thirst and urination, hyperactivity, tremors, seizures, and potentially death in pets. The higher the cocoa percentage, the more dangerous the chocolate is, making dark chocolate more toxic than milk or white chocolate. All these products can cause vomiting, diarrhea and even death.
Sugarless candies (products sweetened with xylitol)
This compound can cause liver damage and even death in some more vulnerable dogs. Xylitol is in many products including gum, candy, sugar-free cookies and toothpaste.
Macadamia nuts
These nuts can cause weakness, vomiting, tremors and hyperthermia in dogs. Symptoms generally last up to two days, and usually appear within 12 hours of ingestion.
What do you do if your pet ate something poisonous?
If your animal is having seizures or losing consciousness, bring him or her to your veterinarian or emergency vet center. If your pet is not showing symptoms, but ingested something potentially toxic, call the ASPCA hotline at (888) 426-4435. Have the following information available: the species, breed, age, sex, weight, and information about the product exposure. It is best to have the package of the product available for reference.
Megan Zehnder, an animal lover and committed vegetarian, is an editor and producer for Care2's Healthy and Green Living.
