Okanagan Doberman Rescue

16/12/2023

O my. such a beautiful boy.

25/11/2023

Sharing please contact original poster for details

18/11/2023

05/09/2023

Please do not purchase a white doberman or, a Rare blue eyed Cremello. These dogs come from breeders that do not care about the health of the doberman breed.

They are not accepted as a breed standard for either American or European Dobermans and cannot compete, although the American Kennel Club (AKC) does acknowledge their existence.

There are reasons not to be wanting a white or rare cream doberman. Please do your homework before getting a rare anything.

28/08/2023

Sharing, Hopefully Owners are found soon.

30/05/2023

IF you are in CA this is a great opportunity to get help with your dog

NOW CASTING NEW CASES.

Follow the link to apply! https://cesarswaytv.castingcrane.com/

28/05/2023

Rattlesnake Bite Treatment facts:

Last year Fairfield saw 14 patients from May-September with Rattlesnake bites which required antivenin treatment.

By end of June last year, Fairfield had treated 3 patients for rattlesnake bites. So far in 2023 we have already treated 4 pets for rattlesnake bites, and it’s not quite June yet. Two of this year’s cases were from Kalamalka Lake Park in Vernon, one was from Wildhorse Canyon in Okanagan Mountain Park, and one was from Okanagan Falls.

Last year, 60% of cases were seen in August and September. In contrast, in 2021 we saw a similar number of cases, but 80% of them were in May and June.

Each year is different, but we are always prepared. While Fairfield does have a limited supply of antivenin, this is because we are only able to order a set amount at a time due to strict import regulations. We always plan ahead and do not anticipate running out.

If your pet is bitten by a rattlesnake, return to your vehicle, call us, and proceed to Fairfield calmly and safely. The rattlesnakes in the Okanagan are different from those in California, Arizona, and Colorado. Their venom is not nearly as toxic, and their bites are treated effectively with antivenin.

Fun fact: the antivenin we use neutralizes the effects of venom of all North American pit vipers including: cottonmouths, water moccasins, copperheads, AND rattlesnakes.

24/04/2023

13/04/2023

Let try to keep those dobermans properly socialized !

27/03/2023

Why trainers should care about nutrition:
➡️ Poor nutrition can impact brain function, hormone levels, and overall health.
➡️ Food is a commonly used training tool. Make it nutritious!
➡️ Popular training treats can contain ingredients to avoid like dyes, preservatives, and meals. Many of these have been related to chronic health issues in pets and may cause cancer when fed daily. See my recommended training treats here: https://drjudymorgan.com/collections/training-treats
➡️ Species-appropriate nutrition is a key part to addressing behavioral issues. When our pets eat well, they feel good and can think clearly. This sets your pet up for success.

Read more on the importance of training your pet here: https://drjudymorgan.com/blogs/blog/the-importance-of-training-your-pet

27/03/2023

food plays a huge roll in behaviour

Why trainers should care about nutrition:
➡️ Poor nutrition can impact brain function, hormone levels, and overall health.
➡️ Food is a commonly used training tool. Make it nutritious!
➡️ Popular training treats can contain ingredients to avoid like dyes, preservatives, and meals. Many of these have been related to chronic health issues in pets and may cause cancer when fed daily. See my recommended training treats here: https://drjudymorgan.com/collections/training-treats
➡️ Species-appropriate nutrition is a key part to addressing behavioral issues. When our pets eat well, they feel good and can think clearly. This sets your pet up for success.

Read more on the importance of training your pet here: https://drjudymorgan.com/blogs/blog/the-importance-of-training-your-pet

31/08/2022

Good to know if using a Kong

⚠️WARNING WHEN FREEZING TREAT TOYS

Please ensure that if you are stuffing treat toys and freezing them for your pets to help keep them cool, dont forget to ensure there is a HOLE ALL OF THE WAY THROUGH IT.

WHY YOU MAY ASK ?

Toys such as Kongs have 2 holes in their toys for a reason - TO PREVENT SUCTION.

WHY IS THIS IMPORTANT ?

When your pet licks at the contents of the toy or squeezes it in its mouth, their tongue can get SUCKED into the hole and get STUCK on the dogs tongue and cause horrific injuries to the point where the animal can actually die.

Having 2 HOLES in the toy PREVENTS this from happening.

So if you STUFF your toys with treats, push a straw through it to ensure the 2 HOLES ARE NOT BLOCKED.

If you are going to FREEZE the toy, do so with the straw in place and then REMOVE the straw before giving it to your pet.

So when buying your pet toys, please keep this in mind.

Hope this little tip helps you keep your animals safe!

(Taken from another Facebook site) 🐾

03/08/2022

Something to think about when picking a dog food

🛑 DCM link to GRAIN-FREE remains UNFOUNDED 🛑

From the first day the FDA and veterinary cardiologists and nutritionists labeled grain-free BEG diets as causing DCM in dogs, I called 🐮💩. This was just a ploy by the large pet food manufacturers using their influence on FDA to single out smaller companies that are gaining an increase in market share.

💰Unfortunately, their ploy worked, resulting in discontinuation of many wonderful pet foods and huge revenue losses for good companies.

❌ The veterinary community has bought into this rhetoric, often recommending a return to poor quality, grain-filled, low-meat diets for pets.

Can certain high quality grains provide benefits for some dogs? Yes.
Do I recommend diets filled with grains or legumes and potatoes? No.

✅ Learn about DCM, taurine, heart disease, and feeding for heart health in my article here: https://drjudymorgan.com/blogs/blog/diagnosing-and-treating-heart-disease-in-dogs-and-cats?_pos=9&_sid=5d54798e4&_ss=r

More great info from:

01/07/2022

Happy Canada Day

14/06/2022

All dogs need jobs. Doesnt have to be cleaning :)

🐾Dobermans need a job
🐾Dobermans need a purpose
🐾Dobermans need consistency
🐾Dobermans need to be indoors
🐾Dobermans need training
🐾Dobermans need to be up in your face at all times
🐾Dobermans need companionship

Before owning a Doberman, research the breed.

Bring all of your questions to us and our group will help you decide if a Doberman is a dog for you.

This breed is not for everyone.

Choose your breed. Research. Talk to breeders.

Be part of the solution and not the problem. If you get a Doberman and then have to surrender because the breed is not for you, you’re hurting our breed.

Thank you,
HADR

12/06/2022

A Doberman can be both of these dogs

08/06/2022

Something to think about before giving medication. Generally not a problem here

06/05/2022

Very interesting thing about kibble.
Did you know behavior is a reflection of what your dog eats. Garbage in = Garbage out🙁

Having behavior issues with your dog? Might start looking at the food to help...not cure the problem.

03/03/2022

Making illegal to take your dog to a vet to get crops and docks done will not stop a person who wants it done, it just opens the window for at home diy. The only one that suffers is the dog. Sad but true.

17/02/2022

Dobermans so sneaky 😆

28/12/2021

Wow its another cold one today! When its this cold outside keep the walks on the shorter side, dogs can get frost bite too! 🥶

On cold winter days you should not leave your dog inside of a parked car. 🚍

A parked car can quickly amplify the affects of extreme weather. During the winter it can act as an icebox and trap cold air inside.🌬

28/10/2021

Some Halloween 👻Safety tips:

Keep Treats & Candy🍭 are out of reach From Your Dog

Halloween Costume : Make sure costume does not impair vision or make it hard to breath or have parts that can be chewed off. Don't force your dog to dress up if they hate it.

Safest spot for your dog on Halloween night is inside a quite room or crate with a kong or chew to enjoy. Having a spooked dog running out the door on Halloween is not a fun activity 😆👻

20/10/2021

Make sure toys are oversized. Anything full of slobber becomes slippery and this can happen so easily and quick

30/08/2021

Anyone know of someone that would like to shepherd s?

20/08/2021

So important to know what you are feeding your pets. With Dobermans even more important for enough Taurine.

Is your pet at risk for taurine deficiency? Do you know the dangers of low taurine? We've got the answers!

28/07/2021

Read the labels before giving your pets anything human grade

https://www.aaha.org/publications/newstat/articles/2021-03/stealth-xylitol-poisonings-on-the-rise/?fbclid=IwAR2Y1I4Bb6I4pvhqWMkdlXu0UPxN8JP15zCW3u9J-fCLpOj0GFWlnr38bS8

“We’re seeing it show up in all sorts of products,” said Ahna Brutlag of the Pet Poison Helpline. “Products that aren’t even edible.”

14/07/2021

Due to the all the wildfires, it is smokey everywhere. Here are few things you can do to protect your pets from wildfire smoke.

☑️keep pets indoors with the windows closed
☑️keep potty breaks short
☑️keep pets well hydrated
☑️avoid long walks or outdoor exercise
☑️watch for signs of respiratory stress

07/07/2021

It is pretty dry and hot out there. Now is the time to plan emergency go bag for your family and pets.

You can pack some of your dog's items in a dog backpack and they can carry it themselves.

Some of the things to Pack in a Go Bag for a Dog:

Food, water, and treats: pack a three-day supply.

Bowls: There are collapsible bowls available that save on space

Bedding: a blanket or some other bedding your pet is familiar with will go a long way to keeping him as calm as possible.

Toys: a few familiar toys will help keep your pet from stressing out, and it will be good for other family members to play with him as well, to keep everyone's mind off what is going on and bring a little joy in a hard situation.

Extra collar and leash: because we all lose important things sometimes, especially when it is hectic! Be sure to have proper tags and identification on the extra collar.

P**p bags: a box of zip-top bags work well, and you can use them for other purposes. Be sure to get whatever size fits your dog, if you know what I mean.

Animal medical kit: much of the same types of items you would find in a human medical kit; tweezers, gauze, bandages, scissors, alcohol, antiseptic cream, etc. Include some pantyhose, which can come in handy as a flexible wrap over a wound to keep a pet from licking it.

Identification: make sure your identification and contact information are on both collars, on the bag, and in the bag, just to be safe. You might include a picture of you and your pet(s) together for easier visual identification.

Pet carrier/crate: depending on the size of the pet and the size of the emergency, pet carriers or crates may be invaluable. It will help keep your pet contained and controlled, especially in a vehicle.Medications: be sure to grab any medications your pet takes regularly on the way out the door!

01/07/2021

Happy Canada Day🇨🇦