Red White & Bluie Corgi

08/09/2024

I Do Not take my dogs to the dog parks. Some people love to see their dogs beat up other dogs. And their is nothing you can do about it! Please keep your dogs safe. People are more dangerous than the dogs most of the time.

08/04/2024

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"We are a little lost right now."For Justin Rivard, the past day has been unimaginably difficult.On Thursday morning, Rivard and his partner were walking their three dogs along San Francisco's Baker Beach, when suddenly he says they became surrounded by a pack of five coyotes."My partner grabbed two...

07/31/2024

CDC Revises Requirements for Importing Dogs Older Than 6 Months from Low-Risk Countries

July 22, 2024, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) provided an update related to new CDC requirements effective August 1 for importing or traveling into the United States with a dog older than 6 months of age.

The revisions to the rule no longer require an additional rabies vaccination form certified by a USDA-accredited veterinarian or an official government veterinarian in the exporting country. Instead, for dogs entering the U.S. from low-risk or dog-maintained rabies virus variant (DMRVV)-free countries like Canada, the revised rule simplifies entry by requiring one form—the CDC Dog Import Form—that does not have to be endorsed by a veterinarian. This form requires the dog’s microchip number, a picture, and an attestation that the dog has not been in a high-risk country in the past six months. Continue reading: http://caninechronicle.com/?p=296491

Additionally, instead of making travelers update this form for every entry, it will now be valid for six months. However, CDC will continue to require all dogs entering the U.S. to be at least six-months old and be microchipped.

07/30/2024

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[NOTE: This photo is just picture of a pond in the summer. NOT a picture of a pond with the toxin.] Cyanobacteria can have many different looks, including not being visible at all. Link to Kentucky Division of Water for more photos and information: https://eec.ky.gov/Environmental-Protection/Water/Monitor/Pages/HABS.aspx #:~:text=Harmful%20Algal%20Blooms%20Division%20of%20Water&text=A%20harmful%20algal%20bloom%2C%20or,skin%20in%20animals%20or%20humans.
"Death follows minutes to hours after exposure to a small amount of this toxin." As the weather gets hotter, ponds can start to have "algae blooms." The water itself can look like pea soup, or like green paint is spread on the surface of the water. Sometimes it is not visible at all. Some of these blooms are cyanobacteria, which can produce potent toxins. Dogs are exposed when they wade in the water and either drink the water directly, or lick it off themselves when they come out. There is no antidote; treatment is supportive and many dogs don't survive. If you believe your dog has been exposed, bathe him immediately. If he has any symptoms, bring him right in to a veterinarian. See comments for more information about signs and treatment. (Most ponds that look like this are not dangerous, but it is not possible to tell which ones are toxic and which ones aren't except by having the water tested; If in doubt, keep pets out.) Edited to add links to more pond phots.

07/29/2024

Do you have an itchy pet? It could be allergies! Here are some common causes of allergies in dogs & cats. If you are concerned about your pet’s skin health, contact your family veterinarian to determine the cause!

More info here: https://aercmn.com/types-of-allergies-in-pets/

07/28/2024

Foreign bodies (items your pet ate that they shouldn’t have) are very dangerous to pets. They can cause obstructions, which makes treatment necessary. If you do believe your pet(s) ate something they shouldn’t – bring them in immediately, don’t wait for symptoms to appear! Always call ahead of your arrival!

Learn more about foreign bodies and pets here: https://aercmn.com/how-to-tell-if-your-pet-has-ingested-a-foreign-body

07/24/2024

Are you planning on spending the day near a stream or lake today? Is your dog in danger?

Water Intoxication In Dogs
By Margit Maxwell

Many dogs love playing in the water especially on a hot day. They run and dive into the water. They may love retrieving objects thrown for them. Some dogs may also love barking at and biting at the water. It is this water biting and water ingestion behaviour can pose a health risk for dogs.

Most dog owners are concerned about keeping their dogs hydrated on a hot day but did you know that there is such thing as ingesting too much water? The effects of this is called Water Intoxication and it can be harmful, even fatal to dogs because it can cause serious brain damage in dogs. In extreme cases it can even cause death.

Why Is Water Intoxication So Dangerous?

Water intoxication occurs when dogs ingest very large volumes of water. While the body tries to rebalance salt and fluid levels, the cells in the body become swollen with fluid. This swelling of the cells also spreads to the brain cells causing the brain to swell and expand. As the brain swells it pushes against the skull causing intracranial pressure and damage that occurs from bruising to the brain. With the addition of the excess fluid, the body’s natural electrolytes also become unbalanced causing problems with brain functions like thinking and nerve responses. Electrolyte imbalance can even effect other natural neurological responses like heart rate, breathing, blood pressure and liver and kidney function.

The Symptoms of Water Intoxication In Dogs

If your dog has been playing in the water for 30 minutes and he has been biting at, lapping at, or ingesting water during play, then he may be at risk for water intoxication.

Look for these symptoms:

-Unusual Lethargy that does not respond to rest,
-Copius amounts of vomiting and drooling,
-Bloating of the stomach and swelling under the skin,
- Problems with coordination (cannot remain standing, stumbling, or falling,
-The dog cannot get comfortable or refuses to rest,
-Very pale gums,
-And dilated pupils.

In very extreme cases of water intoxication the dog may have problems breathing, lose consciousness, and convulse.

Treatment For Water Intoxication

The treatment for water intoxication will vary according to the severity of the intoxication.

For mild cases of intoxication, once dogs expel excess water through urination the lesser symptoms will likely abate. However more severe intoxications will require Veterinary care as damage to the brain will occur very quickly with this condition. These dogs will also require the intravenous administration of diuretics to remove the excess water in the body, electrolytes to rebalance necessary levels in the body, and medication to address the pressure in the skull caused by the swelling of the brain.

Prevent This Condition From Occurring

You can prevent this unfortunate health condition from occurring in your dog by:

• being aware of your dog’s play habits,
• and by recognizing if your dog breed is at risk for this problem.

Factors That Put Dogs At High Risk For Water Intoxication

1. Problem Play Habits and Behaviours Causing High Risk Factors

Some dogs have compulsive behaviours. If your dog fixates on the water, endlessly chases the ripples on the water, bites at the waves, dives under the water, gulps water as he runs, or insists on endlessly fetching objects from the water (water enters the mouth as an object is picked up in the water) then your dog may be at a high risk for swallowing too much water. Dogs have even been known to ingest too much water while chasing and biting at the water coming from a lawn sprinkler.

If you have a dog who fixates on the water and compulsively and endless plays in the water, you can prevent water intoxication by limiting their time in the water and near the water. Keep water play time short and give frequent rests.

2. Dog Breed

*High energy sporting dog breeds love being in and around the water. Their DNA makes them hardwired and motivated to want to retrieve objects from the water or to want to be in the water. If you own one of these dog breeds then understand that your dog may be predisposed to falling victim to water intoxication. Be proactive and limit the time your dog spends in the water. Encourage your dog to play fetch on the land rather than in the water.

*For dogs that like to retrieve from the water, by using a flat object like a Frisbee rather than a round ball you can limit the amount of water entering your dog’s mouth as dogs have to open their mouth wider to grab hold of a ball.

*Also, these high energy sporting breeds often have very little body fat causing an additional risk for intoxication as there very little fat tissue present to help absorb the excess fluid in the body. So again, be extra vigilant if you own of these dog breeds.

*Small dogs will reach water intoxication levels much quicker than a large dog because of their small body mass. So if you own a small dog breed that is at risk for ingesting too much water then be aware and be proactive by limiting the time spent in and around the water.

Ingesting Sea Water

If your dog is playing in salt water, it becomes even more important that sea water is not ingested. When salt water is ingested hypernatremia (salt poisoning) will occur.

The Symptoms of Salt Poisoning

• Vomiting,
• Diarrhea,
• And neurological impairment that gradually progresses into seizures and organ failure.

If you are at the sea side with your dog, monitor his activities carefully. If he is gulping or biting at the water then limit his access to the water. Also, make sure that you provide plenty of fresh drinking water to the dog so that he is not tempted to drink the salt water.

Help Your Dog To Stay Safe In And Around The Water

As good dog owners we want our dogs to have fun, especially breed specific fun. It is not usually necessary to keep dogs from playing in the water in order to keep them safe from the effects of water intoxication.

As long as we actively monitor the dog’s behaviours, limit the time they spend in the water, and modify any problem behaviours your dog should be able to safely enjoy spending time splashing and swimming in the water.

07/24/2024

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07/20/2024

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07/15/2024

07/15/2024

Texas, who is missing their Corgi?

Female found on Manfield Webb Road
Stray hold time ends on July 12

07/11/2024

Good morning from Marty! ☀️

07/10/2024

Help keep pets safe from the heat by limiting your pet's time outside! View our graphic for a few ideas!

If your pets want to go outside, always provide fresh water & watch them closely for signs of heat stress. Learn more here: https://aercmn.com/summer-heat-risks-for-pets/

07/10/2024

Good morning everyone. This is Whiskey and Sunshine taking their morning walk with their mom Zon. She updates us and we love it!

07/09/2024

Marty loves the fan when he comes in from playtime. Such a wonderful dog!

07/09/2024

My beautiful girl Heidi.

07/09/2024

Playtime is always fun!

07/09/2024

Palm Springs is not a bad place to be moving to. She leaves Saturday to meet her new Mommy.

07/09/2024

This boy is turning out gorgeous!

07/08/2024

Marty had a great weekend!

07/08/2024

Marty placed third in the Specialty show, Sweepstakes show, and his two other AKC appearances. Not bad for his first weekend out!
He also seems to enjoy the attention at the shows.

07/08/2024

Friday was Marty’s first ever AKC show (Horseshoe Cluster in Ocala, July 5-7, 2024). He is only 9 months old, youngest in the class (9-12 months) and he took 2nd place (first place was 12 months old). He did an amazing job! We are still working on our set up and attention span, but we could not ask for a better dog. Thank you Phil Landry for your love, support, and video skills.
Thank you Loyce Balas of Texas Hill Country Corgis for our amazing boy Marty!