K-9 Companion First Aid

26/04/2021

13/02/2021

Loop giveaway winner is Laura Davidson!! Thanks everyone for playing!!

07/02/2021

Loop Giveaway time!

This loop features 14 local businesses!

K9 Companion First Aid will be giving away a $20 gift certificate towards an in person or online Canine First Aid Course (conditions apply).

To enter, please follow these three EASY steps:

1. Please like our page AND this post!

2. Comment on this post with your favorite dog breed!

3. Now go to and repeat steps 1 & 2 until you make it back here to complete the loop!
https://www.facebook.com/MumsyMoose

ALL steps MUST be completed on ALL 14 pages in ordered to be entered.

This giveaway will end on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 6PM EST.
Winners will be chosen randomly and posted on the corresponding page within 48 hours.
Winners must contact the business directly to claim their prize.

This is in no way sponsored, administered, or associated with Facebook. By entering you release Facebook from any responsibility.

17/01/2021

Today is so here is a link to find some dog inspired movies. Curl up with your furry friends and enjoy!
Is popcorn on the list of safe things for your dog to eat? Join us for a K-9 first aid class to find out what is and what isn't on the list!

https://dogtails.dogwatch.com/2020/08/31/the-best-dog-movies-and-tv-shows-to-stream-at-home/

10/01/2021

SO JUST HOW LONG DO YOUR DOG’S VACCINATIONS LAST?

Definitely longer than a year!

According to the top pet immunologist in the world, Dr. Ronald Schultz, Ph.D. – “ Annual revaccination provides no benefit and may increase the risk for adverse reactions.”

What the heck are adverse reactions (or side effects)?

Well according to the other rock star pet immunologist Dr. Jean Dodds:

“Side effects from dog vaccinations can occur anywhere from instantly up to several weeks or months later. Vaccines can even cause susceptibility to chronic diseases that appear much later in a dog’s life (Dodd, 2001).

Severe and fatal adverse reactions include:

•Susceptibility to infections.

•Neurological disorders and encephalitis.

•Aberrant behavior, including unprovoked aggression.

•Vaccines are linked to seizures. Distemper, parvovirus, rabies and, presumably, other vaccines have been linked with poly neuropathy, a nerve disease that involves inflammation of several nerves. (Dodds,2001)”

SO HOW LONG EXACTLY DOES YOUR PET’S VACCINE LAST?

According to the recommendations of the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), (basically the dudes who set the standards for the vets): “Among healthy dogs, all commercially available [core] vaccines are expected to induce a sustained protective immune response lasting at least 5 yr. thereafter”

Here’s the breakdown of the core vaccines from Dr. Ronald Schultz:

Minimum Duration of Immunity for Canine Vaccines:

Distemper- 7 years by challenge
Parvovirus – 7 years by challenge
Adenovirus – 7 years by challenge
Canine rabies – 3 years by challenge

The moral of the story here, if you have no idea when your pet is due or has been vaccinated, then just run a titer test and this will confirm if you are due, rather than over-vaccinate your poor pet, setting the stage for future problems!

What’s a titer test?

A titer test (pronounced tight-errr) is a laboratory or in-house veterinary test measuring the existence and level of antibodies (necessary to fight off disease) in your pet’s blood. Basically, it’s a test that will tell you whether or not you actually need to vaccinate your pet.

It’s also super useful when making a decision about vaccinating a pet with an unknown vaccination history, or for determining if pets have received immunity from vaccination.

Vaccinating your pet is super important so don’t lose the overall message here: VACCINATE, JUST DON’T OVER-VACCINATE!

According to Dr. Dodds:

“Vaccines have achieved many important benefits for companion animals, and has saved more animals' lives than any other medical advance.”

Want more on titer testing? Check it out:

https://www.facebook.com/photo.php?fbid=10153271303942028&set=pb.509362027.-2207520000.1461100680.&type=3&theater

Rodney Habib

"An educated, informed and well-researched community of pet owners can only put more pressure on the pet food industry to be better! When pet owners know better, they will only do better!"

09/01/2021

28/09/2020

16/07/2020

Know the signs, err on the side of caution and NEVER leave your dog locked in your car.

19/06/2020

Just a reminder!

27/05/2020

17/04/2020

With the province of Ontario removing animal grooming services from the list of essesntial businesses, Ryan and Jay spoke with Nataly Kashani, owner of Dogfather Grooming in Toronto, about the need to keep these services running for the health of the animal and their owners. 

17/04/2020

Do you suspect that your dog has food allergies? Read on to learn the 7 most common dog food allergens and what to do if your dog suffers from one.

22/03/2020

I guess this would be considered a purebread dog! 🤣🤣

21/03/2020

Vet clinics maybe difficult to access during this time. Here is a list of things that may help at home while we navigate these next few weeks!
Our K9 Emergency first Aid clinics can give dog parents the confidence and tools to deal with situations at home before you can get them to medical attention.
Feel free to message if you have any questions about our courses or to get on the list for a course!

17/03/2020

08/03/2020

Yep.

27/02/2020

Dogs are our best friends from ancient times as they love us unconditionally, adore our presence, are not demanding, and remind us to appreciate even the smallest things in life. You’ll happily attend this even if

26/02/2020

The struggle is real....

26/02/2020

Home2 Suites by Hilton in Biloxi North launched "Fostering Hope" in 2018. Guests and hotel staff have adopted more than 60 dogs since Oct. 2018.

23/02/2020

Canine Health Canada is proud to launch our Canine Emergency and First Aid Courses in Lambton and Middlesex Counties.
We are dedicated to providing the right tools to help your dog in any emergency. We offer the most comprehensive hands-on canine health and emergency first aid training programs in Canada. Training is done using live dogs, dummy dogs and following an extensive power point presentation. You will also take home a 130+page first aid manual, your CPR certified card, and a framable certificate of completion.
Please contact me if you are interested in hosting or attending a course (perks offered to hosts).
[email protected]
226-868-0489
Full day course $159

22/02/2020

Yes 🎉🥳

17/02/2020

In many cases, peanut butter is safe for dogs. But newer 'healthy' peanut butter and other nut butters on the market could be deadly to them.

09/02/2020

As humans spread into coyote habitats with their pets more and more, the odds of encounters between dogs and coyotes skyrocket. Here are eight ways that you can reduce the risk of coyote attacks on your dog and protect your pup if you happen to see a coyote.

08/02/2020

Anthropomorphism is a natural byproduct of the tendency that makes humans uniquely smart.

04/02/2020

03/02/2020

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Happy Groundhog Day! Lol