Checkerboard Aussies, Australian Shepherds

06/25/2024

Stella giving me moral support while I pull weeds. She’s a smart cookie taking advantage of the close by shade.

06/24/2024

I am positive we have all had days like this, human children, or not.

https://www.facebook.com/share/r/qTK4L9KgtwXX7tjW/?mibextid=WooXLz

06/16/2024

Traveling to the US ? new rules taking your dog(s) along effect August 1st 2024

Animal Importation, importation of animals, importation of animal products, Traveling with Pets

06/06/2024

https://www.etick.ca/

A public platform for image-based identification and population monitoring of ticks in Canada.

05/26/2024

My “goofball” !

05/22/2024

Chevy enjoying himself laying on our bed while the beautiful balmy breeze comes through the window.
Hmmmm… something is wrong with this picture.

05/19/2024

We are seeking a retirement home for our sweet boy Bentley, as we will also be soon retiring Checkerboard Aussies. Bentley was born, Sept 18 2017. He is the sweetest loving boy. We have previously been successful in finding perfect Forever Homes for our darling Portia, & Mazda (remember our Devil Child), who both have the best of the best. We are seeking the same kind of retirement home for our Bentley. For more information, please message me on Facebook, or email [email protected]
There will be an adoption fee.

05/19/2024

Missy Lexi had her first ice cream cone yesterday 🍦 She’s a beautiful girlie. Since she lives next door to us we get to see her on a regular basis, & Chevy has even had playtimes with her.

05/16/2024

Rapeseed looks beautiful but it is bad news for pets.

Visiting spring meadows with your dog might be tempting, but experts warn owners to stay clear of rapeseed fields as they can be poisonous to dogs.

According to research by the Dogs Trust, rapeseed is one of the worst toxic plants for dogs because it contains glucosinolates (a sulfur-containing compound). Dogs who ingest the plant could suffer breathing difficulties and digestive disorders, which could be caused by your dog running through the fields.

In June 2019, one US dog suffered severe open wounds from running through a crop of rapeseed. Fields of the bright yellow flower might seem innocent enough, but they can pose health issues and cause serious allergic reactions.
Country Living

05/10/2024

Chevy had already retrieved all my shoes from the entranceway, so he’s working on bringing me all of Rob’s now 😳🤣

05/01/2024

04/30/2024

You all “get” this, right ?

04/28/2024

Baby Stella Isabel 🐾❤️🐾

04/18/2024

The “look” I got when I had asked him what he’d been doing.
Chevy’s “I’m not telling look” 🐾🐾🐾

04/13/2024

Chevy has never been shy about letting me know when he wants something 🐾

04/09/2024

Chevy “rocked” his very first Weekend Retreat ! He managed to stay awake for part of this session we attended 😉

04/04/2024

Hello friends!

The total solar eclipse is just around the corner, and just about everyone is ready to see the once in a lifetime event. We are seeing some mixed information about pet/wildlife safety.

Contrary to what some may read, the sun itself is not any more dangerous during the eclipse. The reason protective eye wear is recommended for humans (who wish to observe the eclipse) is because many of us will be staring directly at the sun that day, which is something we typically avoid.

For our pets, and outdoor wildlife, that day will be similar to any other day. Our pets don’t stare at the sun, so there is no need to keep them indoors on April 08 for any extended period of time. They may notice the change in temperature, but it is unlikely they will exhibit any unusual behaviour.

The eclipse can be more unsettling for birds. The dimming of the sky can mimic behaviour at dusk and during early storm formation, so some birds may demonstrate a wind-down behaviour and there may be less activity in the sky during the peak eclipse. Once the sky returns to normal, so does their behaviour.

If you are purchasing eclipse glasses, please make sure they meet these criteria. For additional information about the eclipse please see:
https://science.nasa.gov/eclipses/safety/

For a list of approved solar-viewing goggles please see:

https://eclipse.aas.org/eye-safety/viewers-filters

It is not safe to watch the eclipse through the lens of your smartphone - it can damage both your phone camera and your eyes. Try this instead:

https://www.safeshot-viewer.com

Safe watching our friends!
Dr Renee Fleming

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03/24/2024

Can you believe it ???? Yesterday was National Puppy Day & I had forgot 😱. That’s ok I can share all the cuteness today, right Buddy, Bentley, Tesla, Stella & Chevy 💜

03/21/2024

Awww…. my birthday was Monday, and yesterday I just got this sweet birthday card from our beautiful Portia 💜. Portia, thank your mommy Judy for posting it for you

03/19/2024

We have quite a few paws here enjoying the 1st day of Spring here, are we not Bentley?

03/19/2024

"Collect brushed fur into a bag and put it into a bird feeder. The birds will take away the fur and use it for their nests to keep them nice and warm!!"

03/11/2024

Chevy’s largest retrieval of shoes and boots today from the entranceway. Don’t you think he is telling us he wants to go out ? 😉

03/08/2024

Telsa at “full speed” !
My iPhone pictures aren’t very clear lately so just don’t zoom in 😱

03/05/2024

The FDA is alerting⚠️ pet owners & veterinarians of the potential for neurologic adverse events in dogs and cats when treated with Flea & Tick drugs that are in the isoxazoline class.

Bravecto (fluralaner) tablets for dogs
Bravecto (fluralaner) topical solution for cats and dogs
Bravecto Plus (fluralaner and moxidectin) topical solution for cats
Bravecto 1-month (fluralaner) tablets for dogs
Credelio (lotilaner) tablets for dogs and cats
Nexgard (afoxolaner) tablets for dogs
Simparica (sarolaner) tablets for dogs
Simparica Trio (sarolaner, moxidectin and pyrantel) tablets for dogs
Revolution Plus (selamectin and sarolaner) topical solution for cats