Thursday, February 10, 2011

Grooming Essentials

Grooming your pet requires a basic knowledge of anatomy, familiarity with grooming tools, proper supplies and products along with sufficient space to work; and one thing more, lots and lots of patience. Pets need their nails trimmed and their ears cleaned on a regular basis. A routine of regularl pet care will help prevent serious problems from occuring in the future.

You pet's nails should be trimmed or grinded, whenever they grow over the edge of the foot; how fast the nail grows will determine how often this should be done.

The ears need to be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent wax and dirt from accumulating inside the ear.

A clean mouth is often a healthy mouth. Usually, a healthy mouth is associate with consistent periodontal health, along with gum health.

 Regular,grooming and bathing can help prevent problems such as excessive shedding, skin and paw disorders, painful mats and periodontal disease, as well as help you catch other problems that might otherwise go unnoticed..

Healthy Solutions

Regular professional bathing keeps your pet's skin healthy and his coat clean and shiny. It also helps to remove loose hair and keeps your pet smelling fresh. Choose the healthy solution formulation that best addresses your dog's unique needs. Or, consult with a PetSmart PetStylist on the best healthy solution for your dog.

Itchy Skin Shampoo

Oatmeal Shampoo, enriched with honey, aloe vera and avocado oils, soothes dry, itchy skin.
.......................................................................... $6

Brightening Shampoo

A mixture of jojoba oil, chamomile and aloe vera whitens light coats and brightens dark ones.
.......................................................................... $6

Low-Shed Shampoo

Natural safflower oil, essential fatty acids and a silicone conditioner act in harmony to reduce shedding and repair split ends.
.......................................................................... $6

Exfoliating Scrub

A healing combination of grapefruit seed extract, apricot and avocado oils and sulfur provide relief from flaking skin, excess oils and scratching.
.......................................................................... $7

Hypoallergenic Conditioner

Moisturizes and soothes the skin. Revitalizes and detangles the coat. The result is a softer, shinier coat.
.......................................................................... $6

Friday, January 21, 2011

Pet ID tags

Pet I.D.tags convey valuable information about your pet in case he or she is injured or stolen. Pet I.D. tags provide your pet's name, your name, and a means of contacting you. Whomever finds your pet or has any information about your pet, will be able to give you the peace of mind that comes from knowing all the facts about his or condition. If someone finds your pet, they will be able to contact you, so you and you and your pet can be reunited. These tags come in a variety of colors and designs and are reasonably priced. My daughter and I bought tags together online. It was easy and fun; I highly recommended pet I.D. tags to everyone who owns and loves their pets.

International Hearing Dog, Inc

I just can't stop telling everyone about the special gift I received from this caring organization. My new friend, companion, and  my ears, JoJo has truly enhanced my life. I know when people knock on my door or when my cell phone rings. I don't have to worry that I may no hear the smoke alarm. From the very first day, JoJo Started jumping on my bed when the smoke alarm sounded; she laid next to me so I would understand that it was the smoke alarm and not another sound. 
JoJo is a very smart little boy, and my neighbors agree. He is friendly and sweet to everyone, so we always practice our manners and our sounds everyday. I did not teach him to recognize the sounds; but JoJo and I are working on him alerting me to these sounds. So far I would give him an A+ on sound recognition, manners, response to my voice and especially being cute and adorable. 
If you are someone you know has a serious hearing loss, and would like to know more about the program, or simply give a donation, just follow the link below.


http://www.pawsforsilence.org

Wednesday, January 19, 2011

Solutions to Your Dogs Bad Breath




I have a hearing dog named JoJo. She is smart, funny, playful, and sweet. She is the perfect dog, except for one obvious defect; JoJo has halitosis. I firmly believe there must be a solution to JoJo's bad breath.
In order to find the solution to your pet's mouth odor, you must first determine the cause. There may be specific reasons for your dog or cat's bad breath.
Odor-producing bacteria in your mouth dog's mouth, lungs, or stomach will cause halitosis; routine dental care will lessen it's effects. Your veterinarian can rule out any chronic illnesses, such as cancer, kidney or liver disease by doing diagnostic testing.
Most of the time, your canine or feline needs the tartar or plaque removed from his or her teeth and gum line. Professional teeth cleaning is the best solution to your pet's halitosis.
If diet is the prominent cause; then try changing your pet's food and or treats.
Be observant and steadfast regarding your pet's health. If you notice changes in behavior, or fruity,urine,or foul breath odors, seek immediate medical care. These may be the onset of diabetes, kidney, or liver disease.
These preventative steps will safeguard your pet's health and extend his or her life.
1) Bring your pet in for regular check-ups and monitoring.
2) Address any medical issues immediately.
3) Brush your dog's teeth daily with a pet recommended tooth paste.
4) Provide your dog with hard, safe, chew, toys that allow your pet's teeth to be cleaned by the natural cleaning process.
5) Always give well-researched treats to your dog. 
  


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