Monday, November 10, 2008

Famous dogs, Part 2

Dog - Mel Gibson's Australian cattle dog - Mad Max 2: The Road Warrior, 1981 Movie

Boatswain - Lord Byron - Newfoundland - Epitaph: "Near this spot are deposited the remains of one who possessed beauty without vanity, strength without ferocity, and all the virtues of man without his vices"

Caesar - King Edward VII of Great Britain - Wire Fox Terrier - walked in front of princes & kings at his master's funeral procession, 1910

Faithful - Jesse Grant - Newfoundland - Jesse was Ulysses S. Grant's son

Fortune - Empress Josephine Bonaparte’s Pug - once bit Napoleon on the leg for crowding him in bed

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Akita

The Akita originates from Japan, where the breed was apparently developed by a Samurai. This breed has over three hundred years of history, having been developed around the mid 1600s. The breed is now known as a national monument and a national treasure in Japan. The Akita was registered with the American Kennel Club in 1972.

Sunday, October 19, 2008

Famous dogs

Bandit - Johnny Quest, 1964-5 & 1998 Animation, T.V. Show - Johnny's white & black dog

 

Baskerville - The Hound of the Baskervilles, Arthur Conan Doyle – a nameless ghostly hound that haunts the Baskerville family in this Sherlock Holmes mystery.

 

Boss - Wilmington, NC - he burned to death trying to save his master (William Ellerbrook) from a fire; a monument to him was erected in 1880.

Thursday, October 9, 2008

How to detangle mats from dog hair

When your pet's hair becomes matted, it is necessary to detangle it.   Here are some  helpful hints to make the process go smoothly for you and your pet.

http://www.wikihow.com/Brush-Matts-out-of-Dog-Hair

Monday, October 6, 2008

Dog Breeds

There are over 800 being recognized by various kennel clubs worldwide. As all dog breeds have been derived from mixed-breed dog populations, the term "purebred" has meaning only with respect to a certain number of generations. Let's examine the Beagle, Great Dane, Jack Russell Terrier (Parson Russell Terrier), and Maltese.

Beagle

Great Dane

Jack Russell Terrier

Maltese

Saturday, August 9, 2008

Trivia

Dogs only sweat from the bottoms of their feet and the only way they can discharge heat is by panting.

Thursday, April 24, 2008

Summer tips for pets

With summer just around the corner, by following these safety tips, your pets will stay healthy and enjoy the months of fun and sun with your family.

· Never leave your pet in the car

· Keep plenty of fresh water available

· Pets need sunscreen too

· Make sure your pet doesn't overexert herself

· Take it easy on pets that can't deal with the heat – bring them inside

· Keep an eye out for heatstroke. Heatstroke is a medical emergency. If you suspect your pet has heatstroke, you must act quickly and calmly. Have someone call a veterinarian immediately. In the meantime, lower the animal's body temperature by applying towels soaked in cool water to the hairless areas of the body. Often the pet will respond after only a few minutes of cooling, only to falter again with his temperature soaring back up or falling to well below what is normal. It is imperative to get the animal to a veterinarian immediately. Once your pet is in the veterinarian's care, treatment may include further cooling techniques, intravenous fluid therapy to counter shock, or medication to prevent or reverse brain damage.

Signs of Heatstroke

  • Panting
  • Staring
  • Anxious expression
  • Refusal to obey commands
  • Warm, dry skin
  • High fever
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Vomiting
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Monday, April 7, 2008

Housing for your pet

As a member of the family, your pet needs a warm, quiet place to rest, away from all drafts and off the floor. You may wish to buy a dog bed, or make one using a box or wooden crate that is appropriate to size.  A training crate is ideal. Place a clean blanket or pillow inside the box and make sure you wash the dog’s bed often.

If your dog will be spending time outdoors, be sure she has access to shade and plenty of cool water in hot weather.