Holiday With Dogs
Holiday Safety - Have You Dog Proofed Your Home?
A few reminders of holiday safety for your pets will reduce the chance of harm and injury. Many dangers are there for our dog's to get into. Let's make the festive season pet safe! Here are some tips for your consideration...
Holiday Dog Safety...
1) Pets like to chew on the Christmas tree if given the chance; keep it secure to avoid accidents. Tree ornaments can be tempting for a doggy. If ingested, items such as tinsel, broken glass, ribbons, bows and wrapping paper can be a definite choking danger.
2) Be sure to tape your electrical cords to the walls or floor to avoid chewing.
3) Constant supervision is necessary when candles are lit or the fireplace is on. Animals are attracted to light and the embers, sparks or wax are a potential danger to your buddy.
Holiday Safety - Plants and Products That Pose Dangers for Your Dog...
1) Some snow globes contain antifreeze.
2) Artificial Snow is a toxin.
3) If your dog decides that the poinsettia looks tasty, be aware that it could cause stomach problems and eye and mouth irritation, this is also true with holly.
4) A small amount of Yew is toxic and fatal.
5) Ingesting Mistletoe could bring about vomiting, swelling of the throat and mouth and a drop in blood pressure.
6) Antifreeze is very toxic. Clean up any spills that occur. It tastes sweet but a small amount could be fatal.
Safe Toys for Your Dog
Our canine friends love toys and love to chew their toys, sometimes to the point of destruction. When searching for a new toy for your dog, look for ones that are made of natural rubber or latex. These provide a non-toxic alternative to ones made from de-isononyl phthalate (DINP) which is used to make hard PVC plastic soft and pliable. The soft, squishy plastic ones that bounce and make squeaking noises are usually the ones that doggies love to play with the most but are also the most dangerous. DINP has been shown in tests to cause liver and kidney damage and possibly cancer if ingested. When choosing a gift, be sure it is safe.
Safe Holiday Food
Chocolate is toxic to dogs and so are macadamia nuts. Choose healthy holiday treats for your dog and give them in moderation.
Keep holiday safety in mind for your best buddy this festive season. Relax and spend some quality time with your pet. Your dog will think that is the best gift of all.
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"The Dog Scoop" FREE and receive a complimentary gift at the Best Dog Bed. Donna Boras is the owner and life long dog lover.
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Wilton 2304-1050 101-Piece Cookie Cutter Set $11.15 Christmas, Halloween, Easter, Valentine's Day...cookie cutters for every season, and more! With a complete set of letters and numbers, designs for cowboys, stars, cars and animals, you'll be ready for any occasion. Durable plastic cutters come in a convenient storage container. Hand wash. (2-1/2 to 6-1/4)... |
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R & M Industries 1947 Dog Bone Cookie Cutters, Set of 7 $7.49 Make holiday or everyday cookies extra special when cut into shapes. Decorate with royal icing, coloured sugars, and sprinkles. Or, use to cut out shapes from brownies, bar cookies, or sandwiches. This boxed set of cookie cutters tied with a decorative bow makes a great gift for a dog owner.Set of 7: 3 dog bones, 2 fire hydrants, dog paw, and dog house.Tinplate.... |
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Blue's Clues - Blue's Big Musical Movie $4.56 Join Steve, Blue and all their friends as they plan a backyard musical show! Preschoolers will help Steve and Blue get the show underway, write an all new song with G-Clef --the voice of Ray Charles, and of course, play Blue's Clues. In Blue's Big Musical Movie, preschoolers will sing, dance, play, and learn that they can be anything they want to be! Includes 6 Brand-New Songs!Promotes: Critical T... |
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Bear in the Big Blue House: A Berry Bear Christmas [VHS] $9.95 The friendly home-owning grizzly and his pals celebrate the traditions of a secular Christmas but pay more than a passing nod to both Hanukkah and Kwanzaa in this 50-minute holiday video. Agenda items include a gift exchange and a visit to Santa Hog at the mall, but everything is put in perspective when the household discovers a homeless hound bellowing outside their door. They invite him in, shar... |
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Blue's Clues - Blue's Big Musical Movie [VHS] $4.79 Play and think along with Blue!... |
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Elmo's World - Singing, Drawing & More [VHS] $2.99 ... |
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Holiday With Dogs
Gentle Sedative for dogs going on a long journey?
We are taking our dogs on holiday with us and going by ferry. It will be their first real big trip and I know they will be nervous. Is there anything you can recommend that I give them to calm their nerves, a gentle sedative, without having to fork out for a proper knock-em-right-out-sedative from the vet?
You need to discuss this with your vet. You assume your dogs will be nervous, but this may not be correct. Your vet won't automatically give them something to knock them out. Tell the vet you want a gentle, calming sedative.
There are also some herbal calmers on the market you can get at any pet supply store, and you should call and ask your pet supply store what they have.
btw: My dogs LOVE the ride on the ferry. They want to walk and sniff as it's wonderful to find all these new scents to sniff and explore.
Holiday With Dogs
Breakdancing Holiday Dogs!
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