Archive for the Pets and Animals category
June 27th, 2008
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May 30th, 2008
Before bringing our new pet home, we need to look at interior pet safety in our homes and vehicles. We may get very excited to bring the new puppy, kitten, dog or cat home and we may not think about the
safety of our new family pet in the interior of our house, yard and vehicle.
Potentials hazards to your pet’s safety include:
- Electrical cords – make sure they are tucked away and out of reach of the teething pet
- Fireplaces without screens, wood burning stoves and burning candles
- Never leash an animal to a balcony or porch from which they could fall
- Poisonous plants you may unknowingly have in your home. Easiest to eliminate real plants and use silk plants in the interior of your home to insure the safety of your pets
- Ponds and swimming pools – most young cats and dogs can swim but not for long periods. Even the interior of your home includes threats to your pet’s safety; bathtubs or sinks are very dangerous for kittens and puppies.
- No chocolate for your pets. In fact, it is simply best to only feed them food specifically made for them. Chocolate, coffee, tea, grapes, raisins are all toxic to them
- Household chemicals, medicines and cleaning products should be safely put away in closed containers
- Brittle toys or food bowls that your pet could chew and then ingest
- Open unscreened windows
- Tempting open kitchen garbage or trash containers
For additional information on how to keep your cats and dogs safe, visit petsandpetals.
May 29th, 2008
Is having a reef aquarium a hobby for you? Their are many that love the world of corals, live rock, fish, skimmers, etc. And such ones, by means of their tanks and aquariums, have created beautiful works of art. Do you like articles, video’s, photo’s, diy projects, and blogs related to coral aquaria? If you do then stop by the Reef Aquarium Hobby Blog.
May 8th, 2008
Dog Health
Degenerative Myelopathy
This condition is relatively common among GSDs. It can appear in a young dog, but generally appears from middle age. The degeneration occurs over time, beginning with hind limb weakness. Eventually other weakness can occur, including the lower portion of the esopheogus, which makes complete swallowing difficult and can lead to recurrent pneumonias. Although initial signs resemble hip dysplasia, in actuality, it is the degeneration of the spinal cord rather than hip joints.
Elbow Dysplasia
Elbow dysplasia is characterized by an onset of severe lameness at between 4 and 6 months of age. It almost always affects only one of the elbows but occasionally will affect both. There are three different types of elbow dysplasia: UAP (ununited anconeal process), FCP (fractured coronoid process), and OCD (osteochondrosis). OCD more resembles arthritis in the elbow that may or may not be brought on by trauma or looseness of ligamentation at the elbow. Final diagnosis can only be made by radiograph. OFA now certifies elbows as well as hips. (See OFA Information and Statistics)
Epilepsy
This may possibly be genetically transmitted. At the least, the tendency exists in a few lines. The disorder may not express itself until the dog is about three to four years old. There is no way of testing for the disease until the dog has a seizure. (cm)
Hip Dysplasia
The hip joint is not constructed properly, usually with a shallow acetabulum. Dysplastic dogs can vary from minor problems to severe dislocation of the hips. This condition is generally considered to be inherited. Breeding stock should be OFA (Orthopedic Foundation for Animals) certified (look for an OFA number) or given an “A” certificate if from Germany. (Canada OVC) Current statistics indicate that over 20% of x-rays
sent in for OFA certification fail. (See OFA Information and Statistics.)
Dog Health
Lane’s House Of Shepherds
Old Fashion Large German Shepherds
Intelligent, Noble, Dignified, Sensitive,
Loyal. Sound in mind and body
May 8th, 2008
So, you want a great pet for your child, You have been watching Animal Planet and have seen the great pets of all kind so what’s best. How about a pet that can help protect your children, give them exercise, keep them entertained….. What animal can do all that and more? An Old Fashion Large German Shepherd Dog!
If you want to see true happiness just look at the face of an 8-year-old when they hold their new German Shepherd puppy in their arms for the first time. The sex of the dog does not matter. Dogs can help teach a child responsibility, patience, empathy, and compassion, but remember, no young child is capable of properly training or completely caring for a dog, so the parent must always ultimately take full responsibility for the pet.
Old Fashion Large German Shepherds
Intelligent, Noble, Dignified, Sensitive,
Loyal. Sound in mind and body.