If you are like me who patronize spas regularly, you will know how relaxed you feel each time after a good massage? Well, a good massage for your dog can be equally soothing and healing.
Surprised? Well, don’t be. Humans are not the only ones that deserve to be pampered. Your dog equally deserves a good massage once in a while, preferably on a regular basis.
A good massage for your dog doesn’t have to be just because he needs to relax. It can also help him when healing from certain illnesses.
These two best buddies are looking for a quiet retirement home in which to spend the rest of their days. Their owner died and his wife was not able to keep them in the home. Granger & Sparky are typical, small elderly dogs- quiet, well mannered & undemanding. They do have your average older dog-type health issues; lumps & bumps, some cataracts, stiff joints, but these two definitely have a lot of love to give & deserve a second chance. They are 12 and 14 years old, both males & both good on leash. Sparky was a good boy for his grooming. Please consider Sparky & Granger if you’re looking for “double love”! $86.12 adoption fee for both dogs includes pet insurance, vet exam.
Milo, 92935
Milo is a beautiful female (yes, despite the name, Milo’s a girl!) 3 year old cat who came from a household with other cats. Milo is a friendly, well adjusted cat who did well in a foster home. Milo likes other cats. She has been with us since the end of July- too long for such a lovely lady!- and we’d love to see her leave to a great home. Please consider adopting Milo at her reduced adoption fee of only $48.06 which includes her vet exam, vaccine, pet insurance & much more!
Did you know? All cat & dog adoption fees include spay or neuter, microchip, 6 weeks of pet insurance, vaccine & much more!
If you would like to adopt one of these pets, please contact:
Dogs are natural carnivores, and have a tendency to chase things which move away from them. This includes people, cars, and other animals. While this may be normal, it can be dangerous, especially when they are chasing people or cars. Training your dog not to chase things is very important, and you want to start this training as soon as possible.
If your puppy is a breed which will get big, you will want to get started while they’re puppies. Many people who are chased by a large dog will become afraid, and will do whatever it takes to protect themselves. If your dog should attack someone, you could be sued or prosecuted. This is a situation you don’t want to find yourself in. This is why it is important to train your dog while it is still a puppy. Some dogs can be trained easily, while others are more challenging. Breeds which have traditionally been used for hunting are the most difficult to deal with.
All over the world, there is an ongoing cat overpopulation. Most anywhere, these cats are gathered and killed, sometimes, by very cruel means. In the United States alone, more than six million cats are put to death each year.
Some cities, however, embrace their cats like good fortune. In Rome, if a kitten is born on a Roman’s doorstep, by law it has the right to live on his property. Roman cats are just as famous as the Roman ruins where they mostly live. Old ladies called gattare feed and take care of these animals and the government sees to it that a vet visits them often to spay, neuter, and vaccinate them. The cats even have litter boxes here and there among the ruins. After all, Romans feel they owe to these cats whose ancestors, sometime during the antiquity, were brought over from Egypt to rid the city of rats.
The come command is a very useful and very important skill as it can get your dog quickly out of a difficult or dangerous situation. If your dog will instantly turn away from what it’s doing and return to you, then you have a safety mechanism continually at your finger-tips. As with all training, you should begin in a quiet location with few distractions (probably inside your own home), then increase the distractions as the new exercise becomes more familiar to your dog.
You should have lots of treats ready for this training technique – it is essential to reward your dog IMMEDIATELY he exhibits the correct behaviour. He will not remember what he’s just done if you leave it too long, by searching in your pocket or a bag, so you should have the treat already in your hand, anticipating his obedience. When he masters the command, you should give him his favourite treat straight away and praise him.
Your Dogs Medicine Chest - Things Every Dog Owner Should Have on Hand
By Randy Jones
It is always wise to be prepared for an emergency, so when you acquire a dog, you should also prepare a special medicine kit for him. You can make one up yourself or buy one already put together. The following list of items is usually good enough for most minor injuries, at least until you can get to the vet.
-absorbent cotton
-cotton swabs
-adhesive tape
-gauze bandage (2 or 3 inches wide)
-elastic self-adhesive bandage
-disposable gloves
-Vaseline
-alcohol
-antiseptic cream
-hydrogen peroxide
-flea powder
-rectal thermometer
-blunt – nosed scissors
-tweezers
-small flashlight
-foil blanket (bubble wrap can be used)
-spare collar and lead
-name, address, and phone number for your veterinarian
Does Your Dog Smell? Discover The Causes And How You Can Combat This Stinky Problem
By Rose Smith
Most dogs have that “dog smell” to them, especially when the come in out of the rain. However, some dogs tend to stink more than others. This can be due to variety of reasons, some of which may require a veterinarian’s attention. Here are some of the causes of dog odors and the best treatments to combat these odor problems.
Some dogs like to roll in the dirt… and any other smelly item that may be near by. If your dog is prone to doing this then regular brushing, grooming and bathing will help to keep your dog smelling clean and fresh.
Many dog owners love to spoil their dogs once in a while with a special treat. However, with all the different treats to choose from, how do you choose the best treat for your dog? How do you know what is safe and what isn’t? If you decide to make your own dog treats, how do you know what ingredients won’t be harmful to your dog? Should you give your dog new toys for treats, or special food? With so many kinds and types of treats on the market, one can easily become overwhelmed when trying to decide what is best for their dog.
You should choose a dog treat that you think will suit your dog best. All dogs are different, even dogs of the same breed, so you should your dogs individual personality and health in mind when selecting a treat. You should think about how active your dog is, what you plan to use the treats for, your dog’s health, any known food allergies that he may have, and how big he is.
Welcome to a new series. I thought I would post a summary of all the articles that was posted in our other “LVR” series of blogs during this past week, for the week ending on Saturday. Please note .. as this is the first time for this type of post, I am only posting articles appearing between September 17, 2006 and September 23, 2006 ..
If you are like me who patronize spas regularly, you will know how relaxed you feel each time after a good massage? Well, a good massage for your dog can be equally soothing and healing.
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