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This is my cat Mr. Bo Jangles.
Bo has been raised around many do
 gs and due to this does not really know that he is a cat. There will be times you can find Bo out in the yard playing tag with the dogs. This confuses many dogs!Fun With Fido:
What's In Your Pooch's First-Aid Kit?
Originally published on August 06, 2009
Like parents tending to kids' skinned knees, most dog owners will occasionally have to nurse their pets' scrapes, scuffs, or other minor injuries. Yep, accidents happen. But you can make such mishaps more manageable by following the old scouting motto: Be prepared. That means having a well-stocked first-aid kit on hand at all times. Don't have one? Pick up a waterproof plastic box, and stock it with these essentials:
1. Vital Stats -- Write down your dog's name, breed, and date of birth; any medical conditions and allergies he has; and any medications he's taking (including doses). If he's been microchipped, jot down the number. Also include your home address and phone number; your vet's name and phone number; and your emergency vet clinic's phone number.
Cleaning Dog Vomit from Carpet Learn five expert stain-fighting steps for cleaning dog vomit from your carpet. Came home to a little present yesterday: a nice pile of puke on my carpet. Griffin, my dog, is usually great about knowing where to go when nature calls, but not when nausea strikes. Hard to blame him. Who really has time to think about the where when you're about to lose it? That's why every dog owner who has rugs or carpeting needs to know how to effectively clean up such mishaps fast, so there's minimal staining. I turned to The Safe Dog Handbook, by Melanie Monteiro, for clues on how best to handle sickly situations. She stresses the importance of getting to the mess as quickly as possible before stain-causing stomach acids have much time to soak in. Then, she recommends these five cleanup steps:
Then, wait for it to dry and, if all goes well, soon you'll able to forget the whole thing ever happened . . . until it happens again, that is Brain Training
By Dog Age Staff Your dog's mind needs exercise as much as his or her body does. Like humans, animals crave mental stimulation. Easy ways to prevent boredom and keep your pet's mind challenged include taking different walking routes, visiting a new park, providing your dog with puzzle balls or toys, playing hide and seek games with bits of kibble, and training your dog to learn new skills or tricks. | Happy Home K9 Closer Dates for 2017: September 16th through the 24th. (no daycare or boarding) If you have any questions or concerns please contact me at HappyHomeK9@gmail.com or 503-646-4048.
Recognizing Pain in Animals - Pets
Dogs and cats can feel pain just like people. All animals have specialized nerve endings called nociceptors that sense tissue damage or extreme temperature or pressure. When activated, nociceptors send signals to the central nervous system, which then generates pain.
Trust Your Instincts. If you think your pet is in pain, it probably is. As soon as you recognize pain in your pet, go see your vet. Minimizing animal pain, wherever possible, is important both ethically and legally.
Bold Strokes: Brushing Your Dog's Teeth Originally published on September 03, 2009 Wish your pooch could pop a breath mint? Better step up his dental care. Contrary to popular belief, dog breath isn't supposed to stink. If it does, it could be a sign of gum disease. To keep Max's mouth in optimal health, the best thing you can do is brush, brush, brush. Like their human companions, dogs can have gingivitis, receding gums, and even tooth loss from too much tartar build-up, so regular cleanings are a must. To make the experience go as smoothly as possible, follow these simple steps:
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