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Comment on Watch Tip: Veterinary Financial Assistance Funds by Jill Sicheneder

Jill Sicheneder — Sun, 22 Jan 2012 21:14:38 +0000

Such good information and so needed now!!

Comment on Watch Tip: Venomous Snakes by Michael

Michael — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 22:14:13 +0000

Thanks for sharing this nice article with great help. It is right that especially in summer season when snakes spend their time out of their dens pets and even human beings can become a victim of these venomous snakes like some that you have mentioned in your post Rattlesnakes, cottonmouths, copperheads, and coral snakes

Comment on Watch Tip Classic: Cold Snaps Down South by Anna Nirva

Anna Nirva — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 16:33:05 +0000

It’s a long, painful death. That poor neglected Boxer suffered horribly, and yet the family probably didn’t give a moment’s worry, believing that any dog can easily adapt to any weather. I imagine they felt bad finding their dog dead in the morning. I imagine they learned a hard lesson.

That’s why Sunbear Squad encourages animal lovers to talk with their less-knowledgeable neighbors and friends. Ignorance causes a lot more suffering that plain meanness does.

Comment on Watch Tip Classic: Cold Snaps Down South by Jerry Dunham

Jerry Dunham — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 03:21:49 +0000

I don’t think my friend with the Malamutes will take this very seriously, but everyone else needs to. Too many people think that any dog that’s used to being outside can automatically handle whatever nature throws at them (if they think at all).

A number of years ago we awoke on a cold morning to see our neighbor’s purebred Boxer dead in the yard, frozen. The dog was tied to a chain, with no dog house, and never had a chance to seek shelter. The image has haunted me ever since.

Comment on Watch Tip: Doggy Dumpster Diving by Anna Nirva

Anna Nirva — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 03:16:48 +0000

Well said. Along with outdoor compost piles, that reminds me that those of us who live in the snow belt should thoroughly check our yards after the snow has melted for old garbage blown in or dead rodents that had been formerly covered by snow, before your dogs find them. Yuck.

Thank you for your comment!

Comment on Watch Tip: Doggy Dumpster Diving by las artes

las artes — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 20:10:48 +0000

The point is, keep your dogs and your garbage safely separated. Save yourself the heartbreak of a preventable death. Keep your garbage behind a locked fence, closet door or put a chain and lock on the garbage can. Don’t discard attractive things like dinner leavings or old food in a garbage can that is easily turned over by dogs or other household pets. Teach children in your home that they must be careful too, and not throw things in the garbage that could hurt their furry family members. Make sure that compost piles are protected from pet incursions as well. Odiferous old food could be a real temptation to a nosy dog.

Comment on Watch Tip: Christmas Pets Part 2 by Jerry Dunham

Jerry Dunham — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 23:07:58 +0000

In my experience, local breed clubs are the best way to locate knowledgeable people in a particular breed, if you’re investigating a breed you’ve not been involved with before. As part of your research, attend a few club meetings. Most clubs welcome outsiders, and you don’t have to join to attend. Many of the better breeders will be club members, so you’ll be able to meet them and develop an opinion regarding their care and affection for their dogs. Club members will also usually know (and often have strong opinions about) local breeders who are not club members. You can also learn from club members about health issues specific to the breed, and how they deal with nutrition requirements.

A few vets will be knowledgeable regarding local breeders, but most just know the ones in their practice, unless they are personally involved with the breed you have interest in. Local shelters can be a good resource, but mostly if they’re small. Larger shelters seldom know about any but the very worst breeders.

Whatever you decide to do, do your homework and don’t rush the process. You’ll likely be living with this animal for a decade or more. You can’t guarantee a perfect fit for your situation, but you can greatly increase the odds with a bit of effort.

Comment on Watch Tip: Christmas Pets Part 2 by Trish

Trish — Mon, 05 Dec 2011 22:08:30 +0000

I know there will always be people who will insist on purchasing their pets, and if that is the case, I would much rather they go to a responsible breeder…I still hope that anyone that wishes for a particular breed of dog will first check with the many breed rescues around the country. Thank you for this useful watch tip.

Comment on Watch Tip: Prevent Puppy-Kitten Diseases, Vaccinate by Watch Tip: Christmas Pets Part 1 « Sunbear Blog Squad

Watch Tip: Christmas Pets Part 1 « Sunbear Blog Squad — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 22:15:52 +0000

[...] “Pudding” diarrhea is not normal either. Brown watery diarrhea with puddles of dark blood is a DIRE emergency; the puppy is likely to die within hours. I resolved to write about this in memory of her puppy and the memory of all puppies who died this week from preventable diseases because they didn’t get their shots. Read my post about puppy shots here. [...]

Comment on Watch Tip: Microchip Pets by dieta

dieta — Wed, 23 Nov 2011 17:45:08 +0000

Which microchip frequency (kHz) should I choose? When purchasing microchips, it is important to become familiar with the different microchip frequencies used in the United States. Microchips operate by radio frequency and are classified by kHz. Such as 125 kHz, 128 kHz, 134 kHz. Certain frequencies are more prominent than others and more widely read. If you are selling pets, it becomes important to learn the differences so you can choose which type of chip to install in puppies you sell.The most widely read frequency today is the 125 kHz. Most professional kennels and retailers use this type of chip. Please call if you have questions…(800) 434-2843.