von Tajgetosz German Shepherds

22/09/2024

Excellent infornation

“Cool first, transport second” reduced morbidity and mortality of acute heat injury in dogs.

Open access article: jav.ma/hyperthermia

Article contributed by Penn Vet Working Dog Center and Penn Vet

11/09/2024

Never forget.....

14/08/2024

As a follow up to the yard and house spray, the spot application from Vet's that we use.

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12/08/2024

Still with the warm weather, heat and rain.... reminder to spray for ticks and fleas. As always, we focus on organic and natural.
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30/07/2024

A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.
- John C. Maxwell

23/07/2024

When normal life is excellent socialization....just because.....

Socialization is taking a dog to different places, situations. On normal basis.

20/07/2024

Socializing young dogs. People, dogs, mounted patrols, fountains,music, kids in strollers, wheelchairs, kids playing soccer on grass.

Solid temperament.

The real von Tajgetosz...

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15/07/2024

Too hot to really train; with an afternoon heat index values of 105 to 109 degrees
expected…what to do to keep dogs and puppies busy?
Get up early to take care of dogs, get dogs out early when it is cooler (or not so hot!). Tracking before 8 AM, unusual for me as I try to rotate times and conditions for tracking.
Back home, let dogs stretch out and take a break before heat really kicks in.
Dogs are moved into A/C location for the heat of the day.
Later in day, in shaded part of the property, I work on foundation obedience and focus.
Keep it simple……

04/07/2024

Happy Independence Day from MNPD K9!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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04/07/2024

To you and yours....

Have a safe and happy 4th of July. The annual celebration of nationhood that commemorates the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776.

01/07/2024

1978 Hungarian European World team....

01/07/2024

If you walk your dog, please be aware of not only the temp and heat index, but you must also check the temp of the ground you walk your dog on. The temperature of a sidewalk can be too hot for dogs if it's above 85°F and can't cool down. On an 85°F Day, concrete can heat up to 105°F and asphalt to 130°F. At 125°F, a dog's paw can burn in as little as 60 seconds, and even faster if it's hotter.

To test if the sidewalk is safe for your dog, you can try the "seven-second rule": Place the back of your hand on the pavement and see if you can hold it there for at least seven seconds. If you can't, the sidewalk is too hot for your dog.

Here are some other tips to keep your dog's paws safe from hot pavement:
• Walk your dog early in the morning (before 10 AM) or late at night (after 7 PM) when the pavement is cooler.
• Avoid walking your dog during the hottest parts of the day, like in the afternoon when the sun is high.
• Stay on the grass and stick to shady areas instead of sidewalks or paved areas.
•Check your dog's paw pads daily for signs of damage and wash their paws often.

29/06/2024

With the higher than normal temps and heat index, a couple of reminders..along with consistent water and electrolytes - I use 1/2 water and 1/2 unflavored, unsweetened pedialyte.

Pay close attention to your dog in hot weather, even if they are swimming or playing in water in a pond or kiddie pool. Dogs can get heat stroke even when swimming in cool water, so never let them swim unsupervised.

Heatstroke occurs from exposure to hot or humid environments, or from overly strenuous exercise. Unlike humans, dogs only have sweat glands on their paws and must rely on panting to cool down.

The normal body temperature for a dog is between 100.5 and 102.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Heatstroke results when the dog cannot regulate their body temperature, and it rises to 105 degrees Fahrenheit or higher.

If your dog is overheated, splash room temp or cool water or use cool towels on their body, particularly on their neck, belly, armpits, and paws - focus on areas where veins are.

What to avoid:
• Ice-cold water: Can reduce blood flow to the skin and make it harder for them to cool down. DO NOT use freezing cold or ice water, as this can cause their blood vessels to constrict and cause their body to go into shock.
• DO NOT use wet towels on their backs and head: this will trap heat in the dog instead of releasing it.
• DO NOT submerge them in cold water: this can cool them too quickly.

Do:
• Wet the dog with cool water - splash room temp or cool water or use cool towels on their body, particularly on their neck, belly, armpits, and paws
• Bring your pet into a room with air conditioning and position a fan near them to help with slow cooling.

26/06/2024

Reminder on how to take care of animals in the forecasted high temperatures.

24/06/2024

“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do”
― Pelé

23/06/2024

I’m 5 weeks old 😍😍😍

20/06/2024

Monthly recommendation for organic products that we use around the house and property.

We do not use chemicals for fertilizers and pest controls. Diatomaceous Earth is added to water and sprayed around the outside of the house, outside kennels, planting areas near the house, lawn, etc. to get rid of pests naturally.