Those people who are against vaccinating kids because they believe the bad science that says vaccines cause autism have now crossed over into the dog world. Time Magazine published this video and article debunking the myth. Continue reading DOG VACCINES DO NOT CAUSE AUTISM!
Category Archives: Dog Safety
How Many Dogs Have to Die?
I don’t understand how this is a hard concept. You don’t leave dogs in parked cars. Never. Or at least not in the summertime. I know I rant about this every summer, but apparently people still don’t realize that hot cars can kill a dog very quickly. On an 80-degree day, especially if it’s humid, your car interior can heat up to over 100 degrees in a matter of minutes. Continue reading How Many Dogs Have to Die?
Does your state require car harnesses for your dog?
The good folks at Orvis have put together a handy infographic, spelling out the current laws in each state concerning how you can transport your dog. Some states like New Jersey and Rhode Island require a harness or crate, while others do not. In some states, there are laws proposed, while others have had their proposals fail in the legislature. Finally, some states have other laws such as those governing distracted driving, that can be used to cite you if you have your dog loose in the car. Do you know what your state requires?
The graphic is too interactive to post it easily here, but you can check it out over on the Orvis site.
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Of Fireworks and Dogs
Thanks to the good folks at Tina’s Bed and Biscuit for providing this great infographic reminder.
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Fourth of July Safety
From PetFinder and HomeAgain.
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Heatstroke
Be careful out there!
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Dogs in Hot Cars
For those of you who are still suffering under a heat wave or are expecting a hot summer. It has happened again. Police in New Jersey had to rescue a dog (and a two-legger!) who had been accidentally locked in a hot car. WPVI, 6-Action News, the ABC affiliate in Philadelphia reports on the scary incident. Continue reading Dogs in Hot Cars
Havin’ a Heat Wave…A Tropical Heat Wave
Temperatures will soar into the 90s for several days in many cities.
Record-high temperatures are expected from the Midwest to the Northeast into next week.
Humidity levels will also increase, making it feel even hotter.
Make sure your dog has plenty of shade and cool water while outdoors, check on them often, and let them stay inside as much as you can.
If your dog has to be outside, consider freezing some treats and small toys inside a bucket of water. Place the bucket in the shade, and they can find the treasures as the water melts.
All of the above strategies are even more important if your dog has thick or black fur.
If your dog is hairless, make sure you use sunscreen to protect his or her delicate skin.
GIVE ‘EM A BREAK – BRING ‘EM INDOORS!
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Firefighters Rescue Siri the Border Collie
From NBC4 in Washington, DC: Maryland firefighters had an interesting rescue run over the weekend when an 85-pound Border Collie named Siri fell into a 8-foot sinkhole near Annapolis.
Although it was deep, the sinkhole only measured about 2-feet by 2-feet, making it tricky for the firefighter to be lowered into the hole to get the dog. But, 90-minutes later, they were able to get the dog to the surface.
Siri was very much in need of a bath, but was otherwise fine.
Kudos to all the firefighters who took the time to care.
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Limited Recall of Blue Buffalo Canned Dog Food
From the Blue Buffalo website:
February 13, 2017
Dear Pet Parents,
I am writing to inform you of a recent development concerning a very limited number of cans of one of our wet dog food diets. Last week, we were notified by one of our suppliers of the possible presence of aluminum in one of our production runs. Continue reading Limited Recall of Blue Buffalo Canned Dog Food