Gran Alacant Plaza - Pets Plaza http://www.granalacantplaza.eu/forum/ Cats, Dogs and other animals en Fri, 10 Sep 2010 19:26:54 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.granalacantplaza.eu/forum/images/misc/rss.jpg Gran Alacant Plaza - Pets Plaza http://www.granalacantplaza.eu/forum/ Found Shih Tzu... http://www.granalacantplaza.eu/forum/showthread.php?t=33192&goto=newpost Thu, 09 Sep 2010 12:40:49 GMT We have been handed a lovely black and white Shih Tzu today. He was found wondering around Altomar 1, no collar. Please if have lost a dog today... We have been handed a lovely black and white Shih Tzu today. He was found wondering around Altomar 1, no collar.

Please if have lost a dog today please call me on 679481213 or send a message via the plaza.

We will take him to the vet when they open later today to see if he is micro-chipped

Regards,

Mark.
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]]> Pets Plaza Martin and Mark http://www.granalacantplaza.eu/forum/showthread.php?t=33192 <![CDATA[Dog's Serious Burns Blamed on Flea and Tick Medication]]> http://www.granalacantplaza.eu/forum/showthread.php?t=32126&goto=newpost Thu, 19 Aug 2010 05:30:50 GMT Lincoln, NE (USA) - A dog is burned so badly, the owners couldn't afford to keep her. Veterinarians say a money-saving move might be the problem.

A painful burn, red and raw, stretches down the back of a little Dachshund and brings her foster mom to tears. "A dog doesn't know when to defend it, doesn't know when to stop it, doesn't tell you when it hurts," cries Carla Chapman, with Nebraska Dachshund Rescue. Chapman changes the dressing on little Phoebe's body. The ten month old is suffering from a chemical burn, according to Chapman, from flea and tick medication. "The infection would have set in and she would have died, it would have killed her."

Phoebe's owners walked into a Nebraska City store and bought Hartz flea and tick treatment because it's the cheapest. The cost to the dog though, unimaginable. "I have seen Hartz cause a fair number of very red and irritated spots," says Doctor Bryan Welty, with Capitol Animal Clinic in Lincoln. Welty treated Phoebe and many other dogs suffering from painful rashes, he says, were caused by Hartz.

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http://www.action3news.com/Global/story.asp?S=13000448 ]]> Pets Plaza shellmapfre http://www.granalacantplaza.eu/forum/showthread.php?t=32126 Advice for Dog owners http://www.granalacantplaza.eu/forum/showthread.php?t=31881&goto=newpost Fri, 13 Aug 2010 20:36:22 GMT News Alert: July 30, 2010 from ASPCA: American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 1. Is Your Dog Afraid of Thunderstorms? Picture... News Alert: July 30, 2010 from ASPCA: American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

1. Is Your Dog Afraid of Thunderstorms?
Picture this: As the skies darken overhead, an otherwise amiable dog is panting and pacing around the house with his tail tucked between his legs. When the first crash of thunder hits, he bolts into the bathroom and curls up tightly in the tub, where he remains, panting and trembling, until the storm passes. Sound familiar? Does your dog behave this way during storms? Not to worry, pet parents, the ASPCA has some advice for helping your pooch overcome his fear.

Any dog can develop a fear of thunderstorms, but herding breeds seem more susceptible to developing noise phobias. Age is another risk factor: Dogs who are afraid of thunderstorms can become more distressed with each successive season, so it’s smart to start working with your dog as soon as you notice his fearful behavior. If your adult dog has suddenly become afraid of storms, please start with a visit to your vet. A sick dog may become more sensitive to sounds, and no amount of behavior modification will help if your dog’s fear is medically based.

Try the following strategies to reduce your dog’s anxiety during storms. For dogs with mild thunderstorm phobia, these tricks may get rid of the problem entirely.

* Let your dog take refuge inside. Storms aren’t as loud and scary with four walls around you! Bringing your dog into the house also ensures that he won’t try to escape from the yard.
* Having some human company often calms panicked dogs. If your calm, quiet touch brings him comfort or if he comes to you for security, it’s perfectly fine to pet and reassure him.
* Try turning on some calming music, a TV or radio, or a fan to muffle storm noises. Shutting the drapes may help if lightning also frightens your dog.
* More active distractions may help, too. See if your dog will eat from a food-filled toy, such as a stuffed Kong, scatter treats in the house for him to find, or try playing tug or fetch with his favorite toy.

A technique called desensitization and counterconditioning can also help. This technique involves gradually increasing the volume of an audio recording of a thunderstorm to help your dog become accustomed to it, while at the same time associating the sound of thunder with good things, like treats and toys. Additionally, there are a number of products on the market that may help your dog remain calm during storms, including close-fitting body wraps, noise-reducing headphones and herbal remedies.
And the last remedy: If your dog’s quality of life is seriously impaired by thunderstorms, consider speaking with a vet about anti-anxiety medication. Medication can enhance the effectiveness of other efforts to help your dog cope with his fear. ]]> Pets Plaza shellmapfre http://www.granalacantplaza.eu/forum/showthread.php?t=31881