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11/17/2024

11/17/2024

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2 facts you may not know about microchipping
1. Animals should never be scanned for a microchip on a metal examination table or near other objects that may cause scanning interference like computers, metal objects and metal doorframes or while wearing a metal collar. This may cause a microchip to be missed. Yet many vet clinics and shelters routinely scan pets on an exam table. Please let them know that this isn’t a good practice!

2. Pets who are going to be microchipped should be kept quiet for several hours afterwards to allow the microchip to “set” in the tissue. This may prevent it from migrating to another location (another cause of a missed microchip) or being expelled from the injection site completely. When doing microchip events, owners should be informed that they should make the microchip station their last stop before heading home. They shouldn’t allow their dog to partake in other activities like obstacle courses, lure coursing or anything that involves running or jumping after the microchip is implanted.

11/16/2024

Bloat is one of the mothers of all dog emergencies. Aside from having your German shepherd suffer a massive trauma, collapse, or severe poisoning, it is on the top of the list for panic induced runs…

11/12/2024

Sweet Thalia fought very hard to stay here, but in the end her poor little body just couldn't continue. Please consider donating in Thalia's memory to help Mit Liebe German Shepherd Rescue continue on with their mission...saving dogs! There are still considerable vet bills which must be paid in order for this to happen. Let's honor Thalia and the good works of Mit Liebe by helping clear up this vet bill. Thank you

11/10/2024

If you’re thinking about getting a German Shepherd or just curious about the breed, here’s an introduction to the different types of German Shepherds. This is a great introduction to the breed and…

11/09/2024

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11/09/2024

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CAN MICROCHIPS TRAVEL?YES!
Please Note Dog Owners AND Anyone who scans animals!
This is an X-ray of a dog’s flexed elbow (front leg). The tiny white shape on the forearm is a microchip that had been implanted at the dog’s shoulders. **This is why it’s important to scan for your dog’s microchip at every vet exam.** They drift, sometimes dramatically from where they are implanted. This chip was missed at the shelter where he was pulled from, as it would be missed by many vets or shelters. Yes, anyone scanning *should* be scanning the entire dog, but this doesn’t always happen and microchips do on rare occasion go bad and fail as well. It’s our responsibility as owners to ensure the chip is functioning and situated where it’s less likely to be missed. The benefits of having your pet microchipped far outweigh the risks, but that chip is useless if it can’t be located when needed. Also be sure it is registered with your up to date contact information!

11/08/2024

Knowing the history of the German shepherd will give you insight into what makes this magnificent breed so amazing and what kind of pets they make. Although lots of breeding has influenced the…

11/04/2024

Commonly added to salads, this crunchy and refreshing veggie is composed of 95% water, and can rehydrate your pet during sunny days.

11/02/2024

At some time or another, most dog owners will have to deal with the occasional upset stomach in their pet. Stomach upset can be caused by many things and when it happens, it can be miserable for…

11/02/2024

When dogs get an upset stomach, it’s no fun for dog or owner. There are many reasons why a dog might throw up, some are non-life threatening and some are a sign of a serious health problem. No…

11/02/2024

For your dog’s wellbeing and health, it’s important to routinely care for their paws. Regular paw care can prevent lots of the problems that lead to painful irritation, infection, itching, and…