Please No Chicks or Bunnies for Easter!

 

 

Do Not Leave Your Dog In The Car Unattended !

Do not leave your dog in the car unattended.....

Why?

Many reasons why......

The dog could get stolen....no does not matter if your vehicle is locked or not.

Thieves always finds a way

Your dog could die of heat stroke if it is hot or even mildly warm outside. Windows open or not.

Your dog could freeze to death if its too cold outside.

If there is a natural disaster/emergency there is no way for your dog to get out.

Your dog could tear up and wreck your car's interior. 

Could get ticketed. It is illegal in some places to leave your pet in the car unattended. 

Your car window could get bashed out from a concerned animal lover, policeman, etc. if your dog looks even the slightest bit of in distress.

If your pet is lonely from being left at home why leave them alone in the car while you do your shopping for minutes, hours or whatever. Kind of hypocritical....just saying....

Have a wonderful day ^_^

Feed Your Pet Au Natural

Always check with your veterinarian before starting a new diet for your pet.

Walking Your Dog in Winter Weather

Really.... Craigslist Puppy Posters...Just Stop

$150-$300 for a mutt puppy with no shots, no de-worming, no spay/neuter, no vet care what so ever yet the puppy(s) are still worth this because I had to take care of them, I want to make sure you can afford my puppy or I need the money to get the mother fixed.....

I am getting increasingly irritated and frustrated with people posting puppies for sale (which Craigslist does not allow fyi but people get away with it calling the payment a re-homing fee or adoption fee) and the people supporting this by buying from these greedy people.

The risk of buying these puppies?

The puppy could have or catch parvo, distemper, rabies, etc. and you end up with a $300 dead or sick puppy.

You may well be supporting a puppy mill, dog flipper, backyard breeder, etc.

You do not know the puppy's or the parents' health history and genetic background for all you know it can be riddled with genetic defects or disease.

You are contributing to the pet overpopulation by buying a unfixed puppy.

Sometimes people sell puppies way too young. 6 weeks old is too young! You will mess up a puppy socially and nutritionally doing this. Wait till they are at least 8 weeks old...12 weeks even better.

The puppy seller's thoughts?

None of your business! Yes it is when your selling sick puppies to unsuspecting people, possibly spreading disease, parasites and oh yeah adding to the pet overpopulation.

People keep buying so why not. Maybe you should tell people they are better off actually adopting a puppy from a animal shelter with full veterinary care and a health certificate  and supporting future homeless pets for the same price. If people were told the truth pretty sure they would have second thoughts.

But my mutt puppies have vet care! Sorry a mutt is still a mutt.... even if you just mix two different purebred dogs that are akc registered, etc. a mixed breed dog is just not worth $300.

The shelters charge just as much. At least that money goes to help other animals and not line your pockets you greedy person you ^_^

I need money to fix the momma dog. The most expensive veterinary would not charge much more then $300 for a spay. Let's see a average litter is about 6 puppies... $300 each..... something does not add up here....maybe should if thought about spaying you dog a long time ago....

I want to make sure people can afford to have a puppy. Well if you can't spay/neuter or get proper veterinary for the puppies, your just a hypocrite.

Well maybe I should just give them away for free. No never ever do that especially on Craigslist. Way to many shady people and puppy flippers. There should always be some sort of reasonable re-homing fee and if people ask questions do not lie and be forthcoming about every detail about each puppy i.e. if you took them to a vet have proof of paperwork or if they have absolutely no vet care which is very irresponsible you better tell every single prospective family the circumstances as of why you can't provide basic healthcare for a mutt puppy that the new family is expected to pay $300 for.

That's my rant have a wonderful day and be careful out there.

What to Do If Your Pet is Poisoned

Get Rid Of Fleas For Good

House Tips

-Vacuum like crazy. Vacuum twice or more daily no if ands or buts. If you have a disposable bag take that bag out to garbage can immediately after every use. If you have a detachable canister empty that out immediately after every use into a garbage can. Make sure garbage can is situated somewhere outside the home to minimize reinfestation.

-When vacuuming use a flea carpet powder and make sure you read complete directions to use it correctly. For a more natural approach and/or less toxic use things like borax, salt, baking soda or diatomaceous earth (food grade!).

-Use a carpet shampooer/cleaner/steamer a week. Do not dump water in yard which could lead to further reinfestation. Dump water in toilet  and flush instead.

-Clean and vacuum your furniture daily or get new furniture if you know you got rid of fleas completely and for good.

-Use a flea fogger/bomb once or twice a month. Always read full directions.

-Don't leave clothes, bedding, etc. on the floor if you do you better wash that stuff.

-Keep clutter off the floor. Never leave trash lying around period.

-Rip up the carpet put in wood floors or new carpet (avoid thick shaggy carpeting where fleas can hide!) as a last resort.

Yard Tips

-Keep your lawn mowed and bushes/trees trimmed.

-Use a outside flea treatment, once again read and follow directions exactly. For something more natural use diatomaceous earth.

Pet Bedding/Kennel Tips

-Wash fabric pet bedding at least twice or more weekly.

-Use cedar chips to deter fleas in and around pet's kennel/sleeping area.

Pet Tips

-Keep your pets healthy. The healthier your pet the less parasites they get.

-Bathe your pets regularly with a flea treatment (always read directions!) or for something not so toxic use concentrated Dawn dish washing soap and scrub and work it into the fur. Rinse thoroughly.

-Use a flea collar. If you Google you can find plenty of natural ones.

-Use a monthly flea treatment. Always read directions. Check with your veterinarian for best recommendations.

-Do not let your pet sleep on your bed or furniture! That's just asking for trouble in more ways then one.

-Treat all animals in the house. Anything that has fur, give it a bath.

-Dietary supplements like brewer's yeast or garlic show some promise. Ask your veterinarian before ever even thinking about giving your pet a dietary supplement.

Here is some more linkage for tips and tricks to get rid of fleas:

The Best Ways To Get Rid Of Fleas For Good

The Life Cycle Of A Flea





Designer Dogs: Pomsky

No that's not how it works -_-;

Must read article first and for most: Designer dogs: Would you purchase a $1500 mutt?

So called breeders keep inventing these designer dogs. For what purpose? Mixing genetics to make a better dog? Make a dog's size, coat more convenient for people's lifestyle? To make a name for themselves? To improve temperament? To better both dog breeds as a whole?

How about a darker reason? Charge people hundreds if not thousands of dollars for a mutt dog. Sorry to burst your bubble but mixing a purebred with another purebred of a different breed is a mutt pure and simple no pun intended. Guess what there is lots of mutts in shelters for a third if not less of the cost for a designer mutt. All I see another mixed breed dog people are going to hype over and then a bunch are just going to end up in the shelter like it always goes. Think twice before getting a designer dog, you might just be getting scammed.

Oh and just a heads up........

More Here: So you think you'd like pomsky?

Be careful out there! Do not support puppy mills and backyard breeders! Don't get scammed. Do yourself a favor adopt from a shelter or reputable breeder (and no just cause a breeder says they are AKC registered does not mean they are a good breeder). Do your research, be vigilant and always report animal abuse.

Is Crate Training Your Dog Cruel?

No it is actually very useful for housebreaking, traveling and destructive or anxiety behavior. 

That being said leaving your pet in a crate for less then 4 hours or if that's where they sleep at night is not cruel.

 Now leaving your pet in crate 8+ hours or longer without any supervision or getting checking on can be thought as cruel.

 Leaving a pet in a crate 24/7 is outright animal abuse and should be avoided at all cost no matter what the circumstance.

Pitbulls Are Not So Bad

Please consider adopting a pit-bull or pit-bull mix there are far to many in shelters these days because of discriminatory cities and states that think ALL pit-bull and pit-bull mixes are dangerous and deserve to banned or euthanized. Blame people not the breed. If a pittie is raised in a healthy environment then just like any other dog breed they can be awesome safe loyal pets. After all they are known as the "nanny" dog. Spread the word and educate people the truth not the media hype.

Winter Pet Tips

Things NOT To Share With Your Dog During Thanksgiving Dinner

Indoor Vs. Outdoor

Here are some pros and cons of having a pet reside indoors or outdoors.

Cats

Indoor Pros

Less of a chance of contracting disease and parasites.
Less chance of animal abuse by outside tormentors.
No outside threats from cars, other animals, people etc.
Can keep a eye on your pet and keep them away from toxins and poisons.

Indoor Cons

Kitty can go scratch happy on everything.

If not properly litter box trained can create havoc with eliminating in inappropriate places.

Need to keep kitty entertained otherwise boredom may ensue.

Allergies from kitty hair.

Without proper play and exercise provided daily kitty could become obese.

 

Keep the Indoor Cat Happy 

Have a companion animal for your kitty, although cats do just fine as solitary animals as well.  

Get lots of interactive toys and play with your kitty daily.

Scratching posts are a must so kitty keeps off the furniture.

Provide lots of safe climbing places, perches and hiding places.

Outdoors Pros

Kitty can practice being a hunter and keep rodents and pests away. Great for farms!

Kitty can be more independent and keep themselves entertained.

No scratched up furniture or possible litter box smells. 

Outdoor Cons

Kitty can pickup diseases and parasites more easily.

Higher veterinary costs due to injury from other animals.

Cars and people hurting or killing your cat.

Lower life expectancy due to outside dangers.

If not spayed or neutered can add to overpopulation problem of feral cats and the such.

Indoor or outdoor always make sure your pet is spayed or neutered. Provide adequate food and water. Provide a safe and weatherproof shelter. Groom daily. Keep up on veterinary care and if necessary have a treatment plan to keep parasites and pests at bay.

Dogs

Indoor Pros

Dogs are always happiest when with their human family packs.

Protection for your family.

Less likely to contract disease and parasites.

Won't get hit by cars or abused or stolen by people.

Will not get hurt or killed by other animals.

Can keep a better eye on their health and welfare.

Indoor Cons

Inappropriate elimination if not properly housebroken.

Inappropriate behavior if not properly obedient trained and not getting enough exercised.

Allergies from hair.

Obesity if overfed and not enough exercise.

Keep your Indoor Dog Happy

Provide daily exercise and toys.

Provide daily obedience training.

Crate train your dog.

Be pack oriented., get your pup involved with family outings and the such

Outdoor Pros

Livestock guardian, protect you livestock and keep predators at bay.

 Keep thieves and bad people away.

No pests or parasites in your house.

No hair or doggy smells.

Outdoor Cons

Dog can get stolen or get loose and run away.

Parasites and disease can get picked up more easily.

Cars, loose domesticated and wild animals and people can harm your pet more easily. 

Indoor or outdoor always make sure your pet is spayed or neutered. Provide adequate food and water. Provide a safe and weatherproof shelter. Groom daily. Keep up on veterinary care and if necessary have a treatment plan to keep parasites and pests at bay.

Whatever you decide your pet will always be YOUR responsibility and you must ALWAYS provide the best adequate care possible. A pet needs food, water and proper shelter at all times. A pet is a living thing and you must provide care. That's that.

Stop Leaving Your Pets and Kids in the Car

I swear if I hear one more store of someone leaving their pet and/or child in a hot car I'm going to go nuts. Do people just have no common sense anymore? 90 degrees out? You already  know how it feels on the outside but seriously can you imagine how sweltering it is on the inside of a car with windows merely cracked or even just plain shut? It is a make-shift oven that is what it is.

Most recent a woman leaves her crying kids in the car to go get a haircut inside a mall. Really? The average haircut probably takes 15-20 min. That is more then enough time for your child and/or dog to suffer from signs of heatstroke. Sad part is this woman wasn't even charged. Yeah people busted out her window and got her kids out safely but no one had the decency to call the police and report this woman all because she supposedly felt so remorseful for the whole incident. Imagine how "remorseful" she would of felt if her kids died.

There is no freakin excuse to leave any living thing in a hot car period. Why people can't seem to understand that concept, I have not a clue? Are people so caught up with their own personal lives that the life of a child animal just does not matter? Leave your dog in a hot car so you can go shopping in walmart for 13 hours? Leave your child in a car for 7 hours and let them die because you just simply forgot to drop them off at daycare and just went straight to work? Leave your crying children in a hot car while you get a haircut? There are so many other stories just like this that happen every freakin year. The other thing I can't even fathom some of these people do not even get charged and that includes instances where people left their child to die in a hot car.

There is no excuse! If you have the nerve to simply forget about a child or animal in a hot car guess what? You should not be allowed to ever have children or pets ever again. When you bring children into this world it is your responsibility to care for and nurture them. Just you, yourself and I do not matter anymore. Your child should and always will come first before your needs that's that. If you can't handle that don't have children. Same goes for adopting a pet if you cannot care and nurture in just about the same way do not have a pet.
Basically if your needs/wants will always prelude any other person and/or any other living beings well-being and feelings. You know what maybe you should just be alone for the rest of your life. Think long and hard about being a selfish, self-centered, uncaring person that cares more about materialistic things then a life.

I'll finish off by saying if I ever see a child or animal suffering in a hot car I guarantee you I will bash out your window and call the cops on your sorry good for nothing arse. Don't care how remorseful you supposedly are maybe you should of thought about the repercussions of leaving a living thing in a oven. Have a nice day~

Be A Responsible Pet Owner

Never Leave Your Pet Unattended in A Vehicle

Never Leave Your Pet Unattended In A Vehicle. Period. 

Letting A Dog Suffer Or Die In A Hot Car Is Animal Cruelty.

You Can Be Charged With A Criminal Offense.

Not To Mention A Bashed Out Car Window

 To Those Who Actually Care About 

The Well-Being Of Your Beloved Pet. 

Kitten Season

When is kitten season?

The short of it is: Warm weather brings kittens.

There are really three “kitten seasons” each year. Since heat cycles in cats are regulated by the weather, there is a outpouring of pregnant cats at the same time. Most cats go into heat three times a year, beginning in January-February. Since Southern California is warm, sometimes California females will go into heat four times a year.

A female cat will keep repeating a heat cycle until she gets pregnant. That is why it is very important to spay female cats.

Once a female cat conceives, it is only a matter of about 2 months until the kittens are born.

Normally, kittens are available for adoption when they are 8 weeks old.

Kittens are usually ready for adoption in April-May, July-August, and October-November.

Spring and summer are usually very busy for shelters and rescue groups, trying to keep up with the influx of kittens arriving every day. While it makes life hectic for these workers and volunteers, it is the best time to adopt since there are so many to choose from.

Please note: Please make sure that any pet that you adopt is spayed or neutered. Thank you.

Credit: http://meoowzresq.org/free-info/kitten-season/  Thanks MeoowResQ! Good Info ^_^

Please Spay and Neuter You Kitties!