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Nelson (my dog) on the left, a dog I was babysitting overnight and driving to it's foster home in the middle, and my friend Tara's dog. All rescues.
How much is that doggy in the window…what you need to know about buying pups during the holidays…
If you were thinking you might want to buy a pup for someone for a Christmas gift, my first advice is don’t. It’s too presumptuous to purchase a living thing as a gift. If they don’t want it where does it end up? Maybe at the shelter…oh no!
Better scratch that idea and give them some dog toys or a bed for when they choose their own pup someday.
So supposing you want to get a new pup for yourself. And you wonder where ...
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Does Fido have allergies?
Does your dog have a hot spot that never seems to heal? Does he scratch all the time even though your certain he doesn’t have fleas? How about dandruff, cracked pads, runny eyes, etc.? Is he irritable or prone to diarrhea and vomiting?
Maybe Fido has food allergies…
It is actually quite common for dogs to be allergic to corn, soy, wheat, or even chicken in some cases. An elimination diet can rule out the culprit if you don’t mind cooking for him for a while.
If you choose to switch commercial foods instead, you will find there are more choices than the traditional Lamb and Rice hypoallergenic formulas these days. Duck and potato, or Beef and Rice for example.
Even i...
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the Pet 10 Commandments, dedicated to my cat Artemis
My friend put his elderly dog to sleep yesterday and is very sad. He told me his mom sent this to him. I’ve read this many times but it’s always good to read again.
And I dedicate this to my cat, Artemis, who I put to sleep 3 years ago.
A PET’S TEN COMMANDMENTS
- Author Unknown
1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful.
2. Give me time to understand what you want of me.
3. Place your trust in me. It is crucial for my well-being.
4. Don’t be angry with me for long and don’t lock me up as punishment. You have your work, your friends, your entertainment, but I have only y...
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| How much is that doggy in the window…what you need to know about buying pups during the holidays… Friday, 27 November 2009 |
| Does Fido have allergies? Monday, 24 August 2009 |
| the Pet 10 Commandments Saturday, 22 August 2009 |
| Petey could have been one of Vick’s dogs. The ugly reality of dog fighting. Monday, 17 August 2009 |
| Rush and Rob Van Tassel visit Woof Thursday, 28 May 2009 |
| UPDATED: Kat Horne, Nova Scotia SPCA Monday, 04 May 2009 |
| Kev Corbett Visits Woof Tuesday, 24 March 2009 |
| Halifax's Very Own CATMAN Tuesday, 17 March 2009 |
| Kat Horne From The Regional SPCA Wednesday, 11 March 2009 |
| Woof 20 Wednesday, 18 February 2009 |
