Coastal Canine Clippings

05/24/2024

Due to current health issues I'm hoping someone will continue the journey forward.

03/01/2024

Just something to remember. We are getting into the season and skunks are out and about.

10/21/2023

Please read and share this post as it could save a dog's life.

This week we found out the devastating news that one of our amazing grooming pups passed away unexpectedly. She was playing in her yard and ate a poisonous mushroom and died within 3 hours.

While Tufts Emergency Veterinary Hospital is a wonderful place, they were not able to care for this very sick pup. The owners did not know where else to go so they drove all the way to Ocean State Emergency Veterinary Specialists in RI and by that time it was too late. She sadly passed within ten minutes of walking in the door. These owners acted fast and did everything right and it still happened too fast for them to get the help she needed.

By sharing this very sad story, we hope to raise awareness about two very important tips that every pet owner should be aware of:

1. With all of the rain we have been getting, there are mushrooms everywhere right now. The Vet said this is the worst mushroom outbreak they have seen in years and 4 dogs were seen earlier that day for the same thing. So please be mindful if you have mushrooms in your yard and also keep an eye out when you walk your dog.

2. There are closer places to get your dog Emergency Care in Central Massachusetts than driving to RI that we want more people to know about.

The Veterinary Emergency Group is right in Shrewsbury, MA.
(196 Boston Turnpike, phone: 508-590-9319)
They are open 24/7, you do not need to call ahead, and it is about 15 minutes away from Tufts.

If you are not from central Massachusetts, we encourage you to find the two closest emergency veterinary clinics and save the contact information in case you ever need it.

If you suspect your dog ate a poisonous mushroom you can also call the *Animal Poison Emergency Hotline: 888-426-4435 (*Please note there is a fee for this).
https://www.aspcapro.org/topics-animal-health/toxicology-poison-control

Here is a helpful article on mushroom poisoning in dogs:
https://namyco.org/mushroom_poisonings_in_dogs_an.php

We are absolutely devastated by the loss of our sweet friend, Maggie. If this post helps save even one dog's life then it will be worth sharing.

*This post was shared with permission of Maggie's wonderful family. Our heartfelt condolences go out them and everyone who loved her. She was such a special girl and she will always have a place in our hearts.❤️

10/12/2023

Moji and GinGin were super sweet and feel so much better after their spa 💕

09/05/2023

A few drops of an algea bloom can kill a dog. The sooner you get to a vet for supportive care, the better.
There is no cure.
Yesterday morning I took my dogs to a private pond, thinking the danger had passed because nights and days were cooler.
Seconds after I took this photo, I saw something in the water that had us scrambling for a hose.
After I calmed down (I didn't really), I read up .
Dogs can get sick hours, even days later.
Better safe than sorry .
Stay diligent.
Link to an article in the comments.

09/02/2023

Heads up pet pals!
Sharing from a Vet. Not sure where they found the info or if orally invested is the issue vs. eye drops.

08/30/2023

I'm excited to announce the next chapter for Coastal Canine Clippings! As of September 11, our base of operations will move to New Hampshire. Although we will dearly miss our Maine clients, we can recommend Pixie Willow Mobile or Platinum Paws, both of whom have sterling reputations and do excellent work. Thank you everyone who has supported us this past year. We will miss you all!

08/14/2023

Such a good idea!
Borrowed from
Meadow Brook Dalmatians

08/11/2023

Familiarizing yourself with the subtle signs of dementia is the first step to helping your aging dog. Click the link in the comments to learn its symptoms.

07/06/2023

Know the Signs of Heatstroke in Dogs

You need to approach the hot weather carefully with your pup. Here are the key signs of heatstroke in your dog:

Excessive panting and/or salivating
Obvious discomfort
Vomiting and diarrhea
Disorientation
Seizures

If you believe your pup is going through any of these symptoms in the heat, move your dog to a cooler environment ASAP and contact your local veterinarian for further instructions. If you’re spending the day in the sun at the beach, park, or a friend’s house with your dog, consider bringing along a thermometer so you can monitor your dog’s temperature. When your dog’s temperature stays elevated (104-109℉), even after stopping activity and getting out of the heat, that’s a sign you need to intervene immediately.

07/06/2023

Are you familiar with the signs of dehydration in dogs? Learn what to watch for at www.akc.org/expert-advice/health/warning-signs-dehydration-dogs/

07/06/2023

Helpful tip
Join our edible gardening community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/ediblegardeningenthusiasts

Join our ornamental gardening community
https://www.facebook.com/groups/indoorhouseplants

05/27/2023

02/01/2023

Keep pets inside this weekend if possible.
Cats and dogs should be kept inside during cold weather. It's a common belief that dogs and cats are more resistant than people to cold weather because of their fur, but it's untrue. Like people, cats and dogs are susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia and generally should be kept inside.

NWS-GRAY OVERVIEW
▪ Confidence is increasing that dangerously cold air will impact the region Friday through Saturday, with potential for the coldest air since 2016.
▪ Northwest winds will gust over 30 mph causing brutally low wind chills.

Start planning now. Make plans to ensure you, your household or family members, and pets / outdoor animals are prepared and have adequate shelter.

Check on neighbors, friends, and vulnerable individuals BEFORE, DURING, and AFTER the artic cold. When possible, assist those most vulnerable to limit any negative impacts of extremely cold temperatures.

01/23/2023

Did you know overgrown nails can affect your dog’s behavior?

In fact, nail care (or lack thereof) affects your entire dog.

Ideally, dog nails should NOT click on the floor when walking, but SHOULD click on the floor at a trot or when the dog is running. This means that the nails aren’t impacting the ground when the dog doesn’t need them for traction, but they’re engaging and able to provide the dog with traction at a faster pace (or when turning, climbing, digging, etc.) You don’t want them too long or too short. However, you’re generally ok as long as they don’t touch the ground when the dog is standing.

What problems can arise from overgrown nails?

Imagine if you glued, say, thimbles to the bottoms of your toes so that your toes were pushed off the ground at all times, and then you walked around that way all day. That’s the strain that’s put on a dog’s feet and toes when the nails are long enough to contact the ground when the dog is standing. It puts painful pressure on the tendons and ligaments of the feet, which strains the legs, and causes strain on the whole body.

Pain makes most animals (including humans) grouchy. Your dog may become more reluctant to stand up, to run, or to play (in fact, the dog in the top pic couldn’t even walk prior to their nail trim.) Pain from overgrown nails may cause your dog to resist foot handling or resist grooming. Many dogs with overgrown nails experience muscle loss and weight gain due to reluctance to exercise. Pain from overgrown nails may cause your dog’s bite threshold to lower.

What can you do to prevent or treat nail overgrowth? Most dogs who do not regularly exercise on hard surfaces need weekly nail trimming or grinding. If the quick (blood supply) to the nail has overgrown, you may need to grind your dog’s nails every three days until the quick recedes.

If you cannot trim your dog’s nails, a groomer or veterinary technician can. If your dog resists nail trims, hire a qualified professional dog trainer to help you “counter-condition/systematically desensitize” your dog to nail trimming. Feel free to share!

12/09/2022

Getting all spiffed up for Christmas

11/25/2022

I am thankful for each pet I get to meet and care for. Thank you for putting your trust in me 🐾 💕

11/19/2022

Have a safe Thanksgiving 😊

Thanksgiving is next week. Here are some safety tips for those pets that like to lay under the Table.

11/19/2022

Boss was such a good baby for his first groom

11/19/2022

Coastal Canine Clippings is now accepting new clients. Please call or text 207-844-0274 😊

11/19/2022

Jacoby and Cricket are new pups after their makeovers

09/24/2022

Had a great first week! Met some great people and pups 😊 I am currently accepting new clients up to 40 pounds. Message me here on Facebook or call/text 207-844-0274.

09/24/2022

GREAT JOB! A Maine game warden and a K-9 named Luna found a missing 35-year-old New Hampshire woman early this morning in the woods at Vaughan Woods State Park in South Berwick.

STORY: https://bit.ly/3LOYjCh