keep your pets this Halloween

While you trick or treat with your children this Halloween be sure to maintain track of your pets. If your pet puts on a costume make sure it's flame retardant and fits properly. Honey Creek Animal Hospital in Terre Haute also reminds pet owners to keep candy out of reach. Milk chocolate is the least harmful to dogs, but the darker the chocolate the inferior your pet could feel. If they do consume it, be sure to look for the warning signs like vomiting or diarrhea.

"Sometimes you'll have seizures, tremors, elevated heart rate, usually when you start considering those symptoms it's a good idea to take to your veterinarian as quickly as possible," Honey Creek Animal Hospital Greg Reilly said. People who own a black cat also need to keep a watchful eye. Some people are known to afflict these animals during this time of year. If you see an unsual activity involving animals this Halloween call you local police department.

Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson (VSCT) Wins Second Wells Fargo Copper Cactus Award

The Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson (VSCT) has won a second respected Copper Cactus Award, this time for Community Service. VSCT was one of only nine area businesses honored at Wells Fargo's 13th Annual Copper Cactus Awards on October 21st at the Westin La Paloma Resort and Spa. Over 330 companies were nominated.
 

"We are incredibly pleased to be awarded another Copper Cactus award," stated Barbara Gores, DVM, DACVS, Founding Owner, VSCT. "We have always thrived to make a positive giving in our community, and to be honored for community service makes us very proud. Giving back is very important, since it says a lot about a company and its people."  

"VSCT thrives to give back to the community," states VSCT Hospital Administrator Jan Woods. "We deliver sympathetic care to pets, pet owners and veterinarians 24/7. We also provide discounts for certified service dogs and animals at local pet shelters. Our pet blood donor program and non-profit Cause-Four-Paws was started to help pet owners in need. We provide monthly flattering continuing education seminars to area veterinary staff, and our employees volunteer at local animal related non-profit organizations."

Palike holds pets responsible for climb in stray dogs

As culling of dogs is no longer resorted to by the BBMP due to protests by animal lovers and animal rights groups, it adopted the Animal Birth Control programme to contain the dog menace. Even though, the Palike has spent a whopping Rs 10 crore in the past eight years for dog sterilisation programme, the lost dog population has increased to two lakh. If the population of the pet dogs is taken into account the total dog population in the City can be put at 3.5 lakh.

The Palike has now found out that pet dogs have significantly contributed to rise in the population of wander away dogs. Hence, it has now shifted its focus on sterilisation of pet dogs. A review meeting on the issue was chaired by Mayor S K Nataraj on Monday. At the meeting the Palike decided that it would fix the number of pet dogs to be crazed and would also collect a licence fee from pet owners. Moreover, owners who have pet dogs that are not sterilised have to pay three times more licence fee. However, the licence has not yet been fixed, said a BBMP official.

Kittens break out fire

A devastated family forced to leave their cats at the back when fire broke out in their home were pleased to hear the creatures are safe and well. According to the Bridlington Free Press, Lee Nuttall and the rest of her house had a lucky escape when they woke up to find their residence was full of smoke. They managed to get outside but were worried for the wellbeing of the three kittens - Nut, Meg and Kamii - which were shut up in the kitchen.

However, after firefighters at home, the animals were brought out in fine shape, even fighting against the machinery that was attempting to administer oxygen therapy."Those lads merit a medal for what they do and we can't thank them enough. They looked like film stars coming out with these tiny kittens. As one of the biggest independent cat insurance providers in the UK, Animal Friends Insurance products are available to buy online or the phone ( 0844 70 50 300 ). We offer a wide range of affordable cat insurance options to suit all budgets from accident only policies to full lifetime cover.

WeSNIP garage sale to profit local pets

The Whatcom County WeSNIP organization has scheduled a garage sale this weekend to help give free and low-cost spay and neutering to dogs and cats of low-income Whatcom County residents. The event is listed from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, October 30 at 1200 Iowa Street in Bellingham (next to Windsor Plywood). Donations are currently being accepted from 5 to 6:30 p.m.
Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, and could include books, household items, kitchenware, furniture, pet supplies, children’s items, electronics, artwork, tools, clothing, shoes, bicycles, and exercise equipment. Volunteers are also needed to help set up at 6 p.m. Friday as well as to help with the sale on Saturday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. and to help clean up after. Plastic grocery bags and newspapers are also needed.

Pets at center of 5-county tragedy dril

Animal service agencies from five counties took part in a tragedy drill to practice how they would handle and shelter pets during an emergency. Volunteers brought about 20 dogs to the Clackamas County Fairgrounds in Canby on Wednesday.

They also brought stuffed toy luxurious cats and bunnies as stand-ins for the real animals that might have proved too temperamental. Clackamas County coordinated the exercise that included agencies from Columbia, Multnomah, Washington and Clark counties. Officials took photos of each pet with its owner and tagged each with matching identification wristbands or collars.

Pet defense urged on Halloween

Hoping to cut down on the number of lost pet news this Halloween, Chico police have issued some precautions animal owners should take before people hit their neighborhood. Large numbers of people coming to the door can be upsetting, especially to territorial dogs. With the door opening and closing all night, dogs are more likely to dash out. If pets are uneasy around children or loud noises, they should be secured in a quiet area of the home.

Food, water, a toy or two and a litter box, for cats, should be provided. In case the bad happens, and they do run away, make sure pets are tagged and licensed. If you insist on putting your dog in a costume for Halloween, introduce it to them gradually and see how they react. Finally, keep pets away from candy. Chocolate and candy wrappers can be especially harmful to dogs. Many dogs respond with fear when approached by an adult or child wearing a costume. An otherwise docile dog may snap or bite under such stress.

Prince George's County take on a pet

Prince George's County Animal Shelter, 3750 Brown Station Rd. in Upper Marlboro, makes animals available for approval by residents of the county and other jurisdictions. Adoptable animals, as well as lost pets, can be seen at the shelter's Web site, http://princegeorgescountymd.gov. Under the "Select a Service" drop-down menu, select "Animal Control." The shelter's viewing and adoption hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays and 11:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Wednesdays. The shelter is closed Thursdays, Sundays and holidays.

Poor Animals want Help

Many animals have been put down or not been adopted yet in Animal Shelters. There are many animals that have been left in a shelter for many reasons. It is sad to see many different animals just be caged up with no hope of anyone adopting them. That’s why more people have to be aware of what’s happening to them.

Putting down pets means killing animals and that is really tragic. Sometimes they have a limited time to be in the Animal Shelter so that’s why they get put down if nobody adopts them. These are some reasons for dogs ending up in shelters, for example:
• New Baby
• Landlord doesn’t allow pets
• Limited space
• Too much energy
• Don’t have time for their animal
I did some research and I called a shelter there are many shelters in San Diego so, you can adopt an animal where ever you want. There are many different types of animals such as horses, dogs, cats, snakes, pigs, lizards, goats, turtles, birds and many other animals. The cost to adopt a dog is seventy-five dollars, but there are many benefits to that like having a new companion, learning about the animal you picked out and many other things.

Clint Eastwood reveals a menagerie of pets

Legendary actor Clint Eastwood has exposed his passion for Animal welfare and his menagerie of pets. Speaking to USA Today's Paw Print Post, the The Good, The Bad and The Ugly star explained that his studio offices play swarm to a number of different creatures, including a tame squirrel that likes to eat some nuts kept specially for him in one room.

"We have two tortoises, we have a pig, we have five chickens, we've got a guinea pig, a chinchilla and two rats," Eastwood said, admitting that there may be more that he has forgotten. And it seems like the slowest of all the animals may be one of those closest to Dirty Harry's heart - he waxed poetic about the personality of one of the tortoises, calling it a "character" and praising its "social side". His Million Dollar Baby co-star Hilary Swank is also known to be an animal lover, fronting pet food Iam's Home 4 the Holidays campaign last year.

Dog supplies news: Pet owners 'must take added care on Bonfire Night

An animal charity has called on members of the public to think of pets this Bonfire Night. Although Bonfire Night is a source of fun for many, it can be a tough time for pet owners, who may be using all of the dog supplies at their disposal to keep their animals calm. The Scottish SPCA has called on people who own animals to take extra care on November 5th 2010 and offered tips on how to distract dogs and cats.

Televisions and radios should be left on during firework displays, as feline and canine hearing can be up to three times as sensitive as humans'. Chief superintendant at the charity Mike Flynn also called on the government to change the laws about when fireworks can be sold.

"Because the current legislation is so relaxed, fireworks can and are being set off on any given day and for weeks and months on end rather than being limited to the major festival periods," he commented. According to the RSPCA, it is also a good idea for dog owners to alter their walking routines during firework seasons to ensure animals are indoors when bangers are likely to be going off.

Howl-O-Ween Party considered at the Moose

A Howl-O-Ween Party is considered to benefit a local animal rescue organization. The party will be on Saturday, Oct. 23 at the Edwardsville Moose Lodge. The party will take in drinks, music, a costume contest, prizes, a silent auction and more.

Those who wish to dress in costumes may, and those who do may enter the costume contest and have the chance to win cash. There is a $100 cash prize for best costume. Also, guests will have the opportunity to bid on some unique items in the silent auction.($700); four Club Level Rams tickets for the Oct. 31 game ($400); Pet Safe Containment Fence – Hidden Fence ($400); spa treatment ($179) and many more. Credit cards will be accepted for the silent auction.

Tickets for the Howl-O-Ween Party are $10 per person and the fee includes beer and soda. All proceeds will benefit Hope Animal Rescues. Hope Animal Rescues is a non-profit organization. The organization was founded in 2005 in Edwardsville by a group of individuals shocked by the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and the impact it had on the pets left behind. Since then, the all-volunteer group has rescued more than 1,000 animals left to die at local animal. control facilities and given them a chance at a second life by finding them a new home.

Capital Region Humane Society Gets A New Clinic

The Capital Area Humane Society is expected to more than double its low-cost neuter and neuter program. This comes after they received an $80,000 grant. The CAHS announced Thursday they received the scholarship from PetSmart Charitites. The new spay/neuter clinic will open early next year at 5919 S. Cedar in Lansing. The clinic with have additional support from the Humane Alliance, a network of low-cost spay/neuter clinics based in Asheville, North Carolina.

"We want to humanely reduce the homeless pet population in Greater Lansing with a hub on serving pet owners with limited financial means," said Julia Palmer, president and CEO of CAHS. "Difficult economic times don't just create hardships for individual and families - they have a dramatic impact on pets as well."Lansing was identified as a region in high-need of low-cost spay/neuter services based on the area's economy, and homeless-pet problem. The CAHS is seeking donations to help pay for renovating the facility that will house the new clinic.

Please carry on your pets safe this Halloween

Halloween trick-or-treating is an exciting time for kids but it can also be a distressing time for our pets. Each year in Ireland, veterinary practices around the country are inundated with wounded from fireworks and bonfires. Animals become so terrified from the noise of bangers and fireworks going off near their homes that drives them to extreme behavior. 

The ISPCA recommends you should always have helpful pet identification such as an ID tag on your pets collar and a micro-chip in the event your pet escapes. Unfortunately stray animals bear the impact of Halloween pranks and many defenseless animals are tortured each year by Halloween louts. If you witness an animal being subjected to cruel treatment, please notify your local Gardai and contact the ISPCA National Animal Cruelty Helpline on 1890 515 515. Please help us stop the mistreatment of innocent animals. Take precautions to ensure your pets stay safe, calm and remain indoors this Halloween. With a little caution, Halloween can be a safe and enjoyable time for everyone.

Many pets silent missing following quake

Hundreds of pets are still reported missing in Canterbury, weeks after the big earthquake strike the region. The SPCA has registered 460 animals as missing in the month following the quake, compared to 77 animals the same time last year. 

The huge numbers of missing animals has been described as exclusive by Steve Glassey, a part-time senior tutor at Massey University, who researches how animals respond to disasters."When we looked at the research overseas, we didn't truly forecast this issue of mass straying of animals so it's quite unique to Canterbury."The SPCA has continued with its calls to Cantabrians on calling the organisation if they had lost, found or even sighted a stray.
"The admin and reception staff had been extremely busy dealing with the enquiries from the public," Canterbury SPCA spokesman Geoff Sutton said. They are building their track-a-pet database, matching pets with desperate owners.

Caring Society announces free rabies clinics

The Waldo County Humane Society will crowd a series of rabies clinics in towns around Waldo County this fall. The first clinic will be held Saturday, Oct. 16, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Waldo Pierce Reading Room, Main Street (Route 1A), Frankfort. Dr. Blake of Blake Veterinary Hospital will be the attending veterinarian.

The rabies shot will be free to animals residing in Waldo County. Pets from other counties are welcome to come for their shots for a small fee. Remember to bring all animals on leashes or in moveable pet carriers.

The clinic will also serve as a fundraising and awareness event for Miss Millie's Cupboard, the Frankfort-based food pantry for domestic companion animals. Miss Millie's Cupboard was opened last March to help local families in need of assistance feeding their pets.

Dog Training Tradition You Should Be Aware Of

There’s tons of advice out there for people who want to train their dogs. you do your own independent study to find about all the dog myths. This will aid you in training your own pet. Here is a list of myths that you should be aware of: 1. Your pet is too young or old to learn anything new.There’s bags of admonition out there for humans who wish to alternation their dogs. This will aid you in training your own pet.

Here is a account of belief that you should be acquainted of. 

 

1. Your pet is too adolescent or old to apprentice annihilation new.There’s a adage that you can’t advise an old dog new tricks.
2. If it works for his dog, again it’ll plan for yours.All dogs accept their own altered characteristics. These altered personalities construe into altered methods of teaching your pet 

3. Overtraining your pet will affect your dog psychologically.It’s absurd for you to abolish your dog’s personality through over training. Dogs by itself chase those they account alpha leaders.
4. You should conduct your pet if he/she does not accomplish eye acquaintance afterwards you accord the dog an order. Many humans are actual austere about their dog authoritative eye acquaintance with them afterwards they’ve issued a command.

Pet registrations not enough to wrap cost of poop bags

Salida residents are required to register their dogs and cats annually, yet only 105 dogs and nine cats are licensed. Jan Schmidt, city finance director, said year-to-date revenue from registrations is $890.
 

"Because of the very low compliance, fees don't come close to covering the cost of poop bags the city provides along the trails encouraging pet owners to pick up after their pets and keep our public areas sanitary,"
 

Registered animals are entered into a city database, and if an animal runs away and is found, city personnel have a way of tracking the owner. The requirement to register pets is resultant from the city health, sanitation and animals section of the code.
 

Cost to register spayed or neutered animals is $10, and non-spayed or neutered animals cost $15. People may register their animals at city hall in the Touber Building.

PugLets

The pug is a "toy" (very small) breed of dog with a wrinkly, short-muzzled face, and curled tail. Pug puppies are often called puglets. The breed has a fine, glossy coat that comes in a variety of colors, and a compact square body with well-developed muscle. They have been described as multum in parvo ("much in little"), referring to the pug's personality and small size. Known in ancient China as lo-sze, they may have been responsible for both the modern Pekinese and King Charles spaniel. They can suffer from a variety of health issues, including overheating, obesity, pharyngeal reflex and two fatal conditions which are necrotizing meningoencephalitis and hemivertebrae.

In addition, care must be taken by their owner to clean the folds of skin on their face. The breed is often summarized as multum in parvo ("much in little"), describing the pug's remarkable personality despite its small size. Pugs have two distinct shapes for their ears, "rose" and "button". "Rose" ears are smaller than the standard style "button" and are folded with the front edge against the side of the head. Breeding preference goes to "button" style pugs. The legs are very strong, straight, of moderate length, and are set well under. The shoulders are moderately laid back

Orphaned Puppy

Puppies are usually orphaned when the mother (dam) is not able to adequately care for her puppies. This may be because she cannot produce milk (a condition called agalactia) or because she has behavioral or psychological abnormalities, which prevent her from adequately caring for her puppies. In rare instances, the mother may actually not be present due to death, injury, or complications arising from a difficult birthing. Some puppies may be several weeks old before their mother becomes unable to care for them.

Successful rearing of motherless puppies requires a regular schedule of appropriate feedings, elimination, playing, and sleeping all in a safe and healthy environment. The principles of raising one orphaned puppy are not significantly different than those of raising an entire orphaned litter. In most cases, an entire litter is orphaned rather than a single puppy. Raising an orphaned litter in the complete absence of a mother is time consuming but rewarding. It is very possible to hand raise an entire litter from birth with the same success rate as could be accomplished by the natural caring mother. To successfully raise an orphaned litter one must consider.

• Nutrition and weaning
• Sanitation
• Temperature and humidity
• Disease prevention
• Nurture and socialization
Healthy puppies are plump and firm, warm, quiet, and sleep most of the time. Unhealthy puppies have poor muscle tone, initial high activity levels, and cry a lot. If not assisted, they become weak, quiet, and comatose.

Australian Red Heelers

The Australian Cattle Dog (ACD) is a breed of herding dog originally developed in Australia for droving cattle over long distances across rough terrain. Today it is a versatile breed: a courageous and tireless worker, an intelligent and athletic companion and a loving and playful family pet. They can bite "if harshly treated" they tend to nip heels to herd people, and they can be aggressive with other dogs. However they are loyal and biddable, and respond well to training.

The Australian Cattle Dog is a medium-sized short-coated dog which occurs in two main colour forms. The dogs have either brown or black hair distributed fairly evenly through a white coat which gives the appearance of red or blue dogs. They have been nicknamed “Red Heelers” and “Blue Heelers” on the basis of this colouring and their practice of moving reluctant cattle by nipping at their heels.

Size

Female Australian Cattle Dogs measure approximately 43 to 48 cm (17 to 19 inches) at the males measure about 46 to 51 cm (18 to 20 inches) at the withers. The dog should be 10% longer than tall, that is, the length of the body from breast bone to buttocks is greater than the height at the withers, as 10 is to 9. Australian Cattle Dogs in good condition weigh approximately 20 to 28 kg (44 to 62 pounds).