Archive for August, 2018
Another Lost Beloved Pet – A Tribute to Pet Lovers Everywhere
Sad news came upon our community yesterday. We lost another beloved pet. Jovi, a sweet, lovable Irish Setter succumbed to heart failure at age 15. Our hearts are heavy and feel sad today for our neighbor and friend who adopted Jovi and gave her a wonderful, life in her Autumn and Winter years. There is something to be said for people who give new life to older pets. Our friend adopts older dogs and gives them one last chance for a great life! It takes lots of love to adopt an older dog knowing that time always wins out and our beloved new friend can leave us much too soon.
There is something to be said for pet lovers. Pets fill a gap in our lives like humans can never do. Pets never disappoint, pets never set limitations, they never judge us, tell us what to do, snub or abandon us, treat us mean and I could go on and on. Pets are there for us through thick and thin. When we’ve had a rough day (because of what humans do to us!) our pets great us with a wag or a purr assuring us that peace will be restored to our crazy lives.
My partner and I will always be pet lovers and would prefer a having a loyal pet and sacrifice some things such as travel because our pets fill our hearts with warmth and love. We wouldn’t give that up for anything.
So there’s something to be said to all pet lovers. You are a very special, loving ,spiritual breed!
A tribute to the wonderful people who nurture and adopt pets and sacrifice their own lives to give new life to these wonderful animals!
Remember, your pets count!
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Do Cat Tail Size Matter?
I was in the pet store yesterday and saw this adorable kitten that looked like a mixed breed but it had an unusually short tail. I was wondering if something happened to the tail but after inquiring I was told that the tail was natural. The cat was born like that. Do the sizes of your cats tail matter? There are some cats that are tail less like the Manx.
Here are some reasons for a variation of cat tail sizes prepared by The Nest.
Chances are your fabulous feline is mixed – most cats are. Her tail may or may not be the same length of her body, or her tail might seem extra long or short for her size. In general, however, a cat’s tail will be close to its body length. If you’re curious and Fluffy just won’t hold still for that measuring tape, you might try to stand her up on her hind legs and see if the tail still reaches the floor – that is, if it isn’t kinked, curled or bobbed. Many mixed breed cats carry genes that affect tail structure and length resulting in these various unusual-looking tails.
Remember, your pets count!
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Dogs Help Comfort Children in the Hospital
To help comfort children who need to go to the hospital, veterinarian Randall Lang wrote a book called “I’ll Be OK.” This book describes a trip to the animal hospital from the perspective of Randall’s dog, Josh. In the book, Josh gets scared then realized that he has this wonderful family who loves him and great doctors and nurses who are there to take care of him. He realizes that with all of the veterinary technicians and staff, the he will be OK because of the great support he will be receiving. Dr. Lang is the one that is behind “Josh and friends” which distributes the book and a dog toy named Josh” to children in the hospital. This makes the child’s stay in the hospital a little more pleasant and takes away some of anxiety associated with going to the hospital. If you have a real dog, keep the dog bed next to your child when he gets home to comfort him and help him recover faster.
Remember, your pets count!
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What is The Reason That Smaller Dogs Live Longer Than Larger Ones? How about Cats? Parrots?
It is true if you have a Chihuahua and he is healthy you can expect him to live between 16 to 18 years. Great Danes rarely live more than 8 years. Why such a big gap? The answer to this is simple. There is much less strain on the organs (Heart, Lungs and Liver) of a small dog than there is on a large dog. When we bring our cute little puppies home for the first time, we rarely think about how long they will live. As a general rule of thumb, the larger the dog, the shorter the life span.
The time passes by so fast. We want our little friends to be with us forever and losing a pet is one of the most stressful things in life. Keep your dog well exercised, well fed and well loved and he’ll give you many wonderful years. Don’t forget to throw in some dog treats every once in awhile. If you own a cat and he stays indoors, you can expect it to live between 13 -18 years. My cat Molly was almost 19 when she passed. How about a MacCaw parrot. Well, you better have a will because they live up to 80 years!
Remember, your pets count!
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Caring For Your Cats Nails
Trimming your cats nails can be very tricky. My cat Millie won’t have it and will run and hide under anything. When Molly was here, I used to be able to trim a few nails at a time before show would pull and wiggle her way away. The ASPCA has put together a comprehensive outline on how to care for your cats nails. I hope you find this helpful.
Does your kitty disappear when the clippers come out? Do you have to wrap her in a towel to give her a manicure? Follow these steps to help your cat relax while you trim.
- Choose a chair in a quiet room where you can comfortably sit your cat on your lap. Get her when she’s relaxed and even sleepy, such as in her groggy, after-meal state. Take care that she isn’t able to spy any birds, wild animals or action outside nearby windows—and make sure no other pets are around.
- Gently take one of your cat’s paws between your fingers and massage for no longer than three seconds. If your cat pulls her paw away, don’t squeeze or pinch, just follow her gesture, keeping in gentle contact. When she’s still again, give her pad a little press so that the nail extends out, then release her paw and immediately give her a treat. Do this every other day on a different toe until you’ve gotten to know all ten.
- Your cat should be at ease with the sound of the clippers before you attempt to trim her nails. Sit her on your lap, put a piece of uncooked spaghetti into the clippers and hold them near your cat. (If she sniffs the clippers, set a treat on top of them for her to eat.) Next, while massaging one of your cat’s toes, gently press her toe pad. When the nail extends, clip the spaghetti with the clippers while still holding your cat’s paw gently. Now release her toe and quickly give her a treat.
- The pink part of a cat’s nail, called the quick, is where the nerves and blood vessels are. Do NOT cut this sensitive area. Snip only the white part of the claw. It’s better to be cautious and cut less of the nail rather than risk cutting this area. If you do accidentally cut the quick, any bleeding can be stopped with a styptic powder or stick. It’s a good idea to keep it nearby while you trim.
- With your cat in your lap facing away from you, take one of her toes in your hand, massage and press the pad until the nail extends. Now trim only the sharp tip of one nail, release your cat’s toe and quickly give her a treat. If your cat didn’t notice, clip another nail, but don’t trim more than two claws in one sitting until your cat is comfortable. Then, reward her with a special treat.
- A nail-trimming every ten days to two weeks is recommended. If your cat refuses to let you clip her claws, ask your vet or a groomer for help.
- If your cat resists, don’t raise your voice or punish her. Never attempt a clipping when your cat is agitated or you’re upset. And don’t rush—you may cut into the quick.
- Don’t try to trim all of your cat’s claws at one time.
- Do NOT declaw your cat. This surgery involves amputating the end of a cat’s toes and is highly discouraged by the ASPCA. Instead, trim regularly, provide your cat with appropriate scratching posts and ask your veterinarian about soft plastic covers for your cat’s claws.
Remember your pets count!
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Looking for a Dog the Doesn’t Shed, try a Maltese
If you’re looking for a dog that doesn’t shed, there are lots of choices but today we’ll focus on one, the Maltese. The Village Veterinarian has described this breed and the description may convince you to adopt one.
Maltese
This toy breed is hugely popular, it originates from the Central Mediterranean area with its name being derived from the country Malta. They are typically no more than eight pounds and under a foot in height. A Maltese will usually live for twelve to fifteen years giving it an ideal lifespan for owners who want as much time with their pet as possible. They have a rounded skull and a button nose with brown eyes and their drop ears are one of their more defining features. If this breed doesn’t get outside very much, their originally black nose may turn to pink or light brown, often referred to as a “winter nose” which will regain its black color when they get more sun exposure. They don’t have an undercoat so they can sometimes be more sensitive to the cold and their coat is long and silky meaning they will require a lot of maintenance despite their non-shedding characteristic.
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Your pets count!
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Are You Up At Night Tending to Kitty?
If you just got a new kitten, you probably know that cats are nocturnal animals. Their night time antics can keep you up at night.The sometimes behave like newborns and cry all night. Nineteen years ago when my cat Molly was just five weeks old, she kept me up crying every night. I got up and picked her up. I then put her in a box beside my bed and pet her until she fell asleep.
In the interest of your own sanity as well as your kittens health and safety, set the ground rules early on. If you allow your kitten to sleep in your bed overnight, you may be setting a precedent that you may later regret. Prepare a cat bed for kitty. Place it somewhere quiet, warm and cozy. If your kitten is very young, you may want to consider a large cage to keep him in overnight for a few weeks.
If kitty continues to climb out of his bed and into yours, you may want to keep him in a separate room at night. Remember, your pets count!
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