Tess is a Dutch Shepherd and is sweet and playful as can be.  She is approx. 1 y/o.  Brindle with one blue and and one brown eye.  About 45 lbs.  Great with children, other dogs, and cats.  Needs a fenced in backyard and/or lots of exercise!  She is crate trained, and working on potty training - haven’t had an accident yet!  She is UTD on shots, de-wormed, is micro-chipped and will be spayed.  She is HW- and on Interceptor.

She was rescued by:

Dogs Deserve Better Area Rep. - Hoover, AL
Two By Two Rescue, Helena AL
                                                                                                                  

http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=12827236

 

Chili Dog!

Chili Dog was rescued from a family who allowed him to roam free as a puppy. He was destined to be injured or hurt…and he was. A sweet samaritan asked the family if they could care for him and find him a home. Chili has a permanent injury to his back right leg and spine. He walks and plays just like any puppy but he does not bend his knee. He is NOT in pain. He loves life and has the sweetest disposition imaginable. Chili Dog has a gorgeous black, white and tan coat. He has a very sweet disposition and is very trusting. He will make a wonderful companion for a family. Please do not shy away due to his injury. The vet said there is nothing that can be done for him for now. The worse case scenario is that he might need an amputation when he is much older. He is about 3 months old but is small for his age. We assume he will be a medium size dog. He is up to date on shots. He is crate trained. To adopt this sweet boy, email Sonya at itssonya@charter.net

rescued by:

Dogs Deserve Better Area Rep. - Hoover, AL
Two By Two Rescue, Helena AL

 http://www.petfinder.com/petnote/displaypet.cgi?petid=12826936

 

 

 

You can see this adorable pup at http://www.dogs-4life.com/violet.html

I am trying to help find a rescue or home for the pup.
 
The person who has been fostering is in dire straits and is considering euthanizing her if she can not find a placement.
 
The email from the vet, Dr. Brown is below. I have spoken to her and she is trying everything possible as
this is a special little pup but is in fact a shelter pup now and she does not want to euthanize.
 
I believe the shelter may assist with transport or wheelchair costs if possible.
 
Any help will be appreciated….feel free to forward this info to anyone who may be able to care for a
special little pup who had a very tough start in life.  How about you ??
 
Interested parties fell free to contact me by email at thepressinfo (at) yahoo  .com
 
thank you
 
MRB
Dogs-4Life.com
 
 
 from the vet, Dr. Brown
 
 
Hello, I am a veterinarian at a county animal shelter in Florida .  We are seeking for a rescue group who can take a puppy ( Chihuahua mix) that came into the shelter with a spinal fracture.  One of our Animal Control Officers (ACO) took the puppy into foster care to avoid euthanasia.  The puppy has had radiographs and neuro consults.  The Neurologist called the puppy a “spinal walker”.  Apparently, the radiologist did not feel the puppy was a surgical candidate.  She has use of one of her hind legs but not the other one.  Front legs are normal.  The ACO is not in a position to keep this puppy long term and has already been fostering her for about 6 months.  She has also tried all local resources for placement without any luck. 
 
Please let me know if your organization can take this puppy into your program.  We would find a way to transport her.
Regards,
Dr. Karen S. Brown
 

In that regard we should always be on the lookout for ways to
provide a healthy and nutritous balanced diet for ourselves and
our dogs.

We have long written about the trash that is touted as healthy dog
food by many commercial dog food manufacters and how the public has
been duped for decades by slippery advertising and a lack of
adequate regulation.

If you think it’s too hard to make a balanced diet for your dog at
home we have a video posted that will show how do it in a flash

Check it out at :

http://www.dogs-4life.com/homemade-dog-food-video.html

 Hope to see you there !

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From Dr Andrew Jones DVM:

 the GOODS on Dog Supplements….

* Supplements: Are they REALLY necessary?

* Safety: Here’s how to know if supplements are safe for your dog

* Do Supplements Actually WORK? The answers revealed

* Natural Ingredients: are natural ingredients important?
Find out more

* Are Supplements WORTH The Price? Find out why you ‘Get What
You Pay For’ with supplements

* Quality Control: Is what’s on the label actually in the
supplement? The importance of Third Party testing

* At what Age Should I give a supplement? Does my puppy or my
middle aged dog need it, or is it just for senior dogs?

* For dogs on Premium Diets: If I’m feeding my dog a Premium,
High Quality diet, do I need to supplement as well?

* I’m feeding my dog a RAW DIET - Do I need to supplement,
or will she get all she needs from her diet?

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P.S. IN my opinion, Supplements really are the KEY to keeping
your dog healthy, and preventing disease. BUT you’ve got
to know WHAT to look for in getting a SAFE , NATURAL and
EFFECTIVE Dog Supplement.

Find out on tonight’s seminar…

Click the Link below to register NOW

 http://www.veterinarysecretsrevealed.com/cmd.php?af=581262&u=ultimatecanine

 
* * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *
Date: Thursday Oct 23, at 6PM Pacific (9PM Eastern)

Below are some of their findings to you in summary with a
caveat that to call the ASPCA Poion Control Center at (888)
426-4435 if your dog ingests any of these meds…and please keep
any of the following out of Fidos’ reach !

NSAIDs
NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen or
naproxen may experience stomach and intestinal ulcers

Antidepressants
Can cause vomiting, lethargy,elevated body temperature, heart rate,
blood pressure, disorientation, vocalization, tremors and seizures.

Acetaminophen
Can cause liver damage and, at higher doses,
red blood cell damage.

Methylphenidate
Medications used to treat Attention Deficit Hyperactivity
Disorder act as stimulants in dogs and can dangerously
elevate heart rates, blood pressure and body temperature, as well
as cause seizures.

Fluorouracil
An anti-cancer drug has proven to be rapidly fatal to dogs, causing
severe vomiting, seizures and cardiac arrest.

Isoniazid
Used to fight tuberculosis, it can cause a rapid onset of severe
seizures that may result in death.

Pseudoephedrine
A decongestant, causes elevated heart rates, blood
pressure and body temperature as well as seizures.

Anti-diabetics
Can cause a major drop in blood sugar levels of affected. Clinical
scigns of ingestion include disorientation, lack of coordination and
seizures.

Vitamin D derivatives
Can cause life-threatening spikes in blood calcium
levels in pets. Clinical signs include vomiting,
loss of appetite, increased urination and thirst due to kidney
failure.

Baclofen
Baclofen is a muscle relaxant that can impair the central nervous
system. Some symptoms include significant depression,
disorientation, vocalization, seizures and
coma, which can lead to death.
We are all responible for the health of our dogs and one of the
best things we can do for them is to learn how to take care of
them at home.

Learn how you can treat your dog at home for many
ailments by visitng:
http://dogs-4life.com/veterinary-secrets.html

You’ll be glad you did and so will Fido:)

That’s all for today.

MR Bruno
Dogs-4Life.com

I was struck by a recent piece by Dr. Andrew Jones, a veterinarian
in Canada that warns of an outbreak of a contagious disease among
dogs that I thought you might want a heads up on.

I am reprinting a portion of the Veterinarian’s writing below along
with his recommendations on how to treat your dog at home and save
money on the high costs of trips to the Vet :
 

The contagious disease in question is…….

“Kennel Cough…

It’s a combination of a Virus ( Influenza) and
a Bacteria called Bordetella.

The signs are a sudden onset of a ‘goose honking’
cough, that often then leads to retching because
of sooo much coughing.

MOST dogs are still alert- eating and drinking.

I have seen a few older dogs that have developed
pneumonia as a result - BUT that is because they
are older and don’t have a fully functioning
immune system.

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And the TREATMENT is…..
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Well that depends on who you see.

Many Veterinarians, including myself in my
earlier days- will INSTANTLY prescribe antibiotics.

BUT if your dog is young, and still alert,
including eating and drinking, AND has
clear lung sounds, then these are
NOT needed.

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NO antibiotics..WHY?
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Think of it like you having a Cold.

If it is a virus, antibiotics WON’T do
anything.

The disease has to run it’s course.

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BUT what can I do?
————————————-

1. We do not know if it is viral or bacterial-
BUT it will run it’s course. If your dog is
bright and alert, and eating and drinking,
then she can be treated at home.

2. Give your pet an immune boost- add in
chopped FRESH Garlic to their diet- 1 clove per 40lbs

3. You can mix Eucalyptus Essential Oil in a
vaporizer- and leave in the room a few feet
from where your pet is sleeping

4. Here is a New Herbal Combination for Coughing
Dogs with Kennel Cough:

1 part Coltsfoot
1 part Elecampane
1 part Mullein
1 part Yarrow
1 part marshmellow

Mix the tinctures together- and dose at 1ml per40lbs
3 times daily for 3-5 days :”

End of reprinted portion of piece by Dr Jones DVM

Keep your dog healthy at home and stop paying explosive and
unnecessary veterinary bills by  visiting: 
http://www.dogs-4life.com/veterinary-secrets.html

We’ve all seen those heart breaking stories..I just don’t know
how these people do it…I could never give up my dogs and I’ll
bet many of you feel the same way..

Anyway, if you are considering a new addition or if you know
someone who is thinking about getting a new dog, I’d suggest
a short article we wrote on the reasons for adoption at :
http://dogs-4life.com/why-adopt-a-dog.html

On another note, there have been some additional dog food recalls
of late, and in fact, melamine is now popping up in human food
samples as well.

Mars Petcare US announced a voluntary recall of dog food products
because  of potential contamination with Salmonella
serotypeSchwarzengrund. This recall only affects the United States.

Many of the brands involved are national such as Pedigree Brand
and may well be sold in a store near you. As a side note, we do
not recommend this brand at anytime, because the nutritional quality
does not meet the standards necesary to keep your pooch healthy.

Whether you have a new addition or your best friend is an
established member of your household, it’s critical to
Fido’s health that only high quality nutritious foods make up his
diet.

I have a short piece that covers what you must know before
selecting any dog food brand at:

http://dogs-4life.com/7-tips-for-choosing-the-best-dog-food.html

It may help to clarify this a bit.

That’s all for today…  Wishing one and all a great Dog Adoption
month and we’re here if you have any questions.

MRB
Dogs-4Life.com

Here’s How:
The majority of Veterinarians promote the notion that giving
multivalent vaccines yearly- even though there is research
demonstrating that this is harmful and potentially life threatening.

Why do they do this even though Veterinary Schools advise against
this practice?

The answer is sad but simple:

Greed

Every time you take Fido to your Vet, you will get a hefty bill and
that spells profit.

Many Vets receive a commission representing their share of the
income to the veterinary practice.

Prescribing additional vaccines gives the vet the opportunity to
recommend additional vaccines which is a common sales technique
used increase the total charges and bring more cash into the
coffers of the practice.

This is not the case with all vets but it sadly the truth with
many.

So while there are many excellent vets, you must be on guard, and
have the information that will help you to evaluate if your vet has
your dogs best interest at stake or, whether the intent is to
simply jack up your bill for higher profits…. depleting your
wallet and risking the health of your dog.

As responsible dog guardians it is our responsibility to be well
informed to protect our dogs health and assure a long a healthy
life.

Make sure that your dog’s life is not at risk by getting more
information at our website at:
http://www.dogs-4life.com/veterinary-secrets.html

Have a great upcoming holiday weekend if you are in the U.S.

 

During the recall more than 60 million containers of dog food that
was found to contain a poison called melamine, used in the
production of plastics, was recalled. Dogs that were fed commercial
dog food produced by some of the most popular dog food
manufacturers suffered  renal (kidney) failure and died.

Recently, a settlement was reached.

The Settlement Agreement will create a Fund of  $24 million
allowing recovery of …economic damages related to the pet food
recall that were incurred by pet owners and persons who purchased
recalled pet food in the United States and in Canada, subject to
several limitations,” Menu Foods wrote in a press release.

Dog guardians can file claims for medical expenses and
reimbursement of burial or cremation costs.

While this settlement is welcomed by Dogs4Life, we are not
satisfied. The commercial dog food industry remains largely
unregulated. It is more important that ever before to be informed
as to just what is in the dog food products that you buy and feed
to your best friend.

Take a few minutes and learn just what is in the dog food that you
feed at:
http://www.dogs-4life.com/dog-food-that-kills.html

 

There are in fact two distinct areas where plants that can poison your dog can be found, inside your home and in the great outdoors.

Indoors, the primary concern is house plants, such as mistletoe and poinsettia. Be careful not to place plants that can poison your dog inside your home

Outdoors, the exploring pooch has a tendency to taste  berries, plants and roots that can cause gastro intestinal discomfort and can be poison to your dog.

What are the most common plants that can poison your dog?

Dr. Steven Hansen, veterinary toxicologist & ASPCA Senior Vice President, explains that the following are the most common  plants that  can poison  your dog.

Read the rest of the article at:

http://dogs-4life.com/plants-that-can-poison-your-dog.html