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Eclipse April 8,2024
Dogs, cats, birds, etc. do not normally stare at the sun; they heed their natural reflexes not to look (unlike us curious humans). Avoid encouraging your pets to look at the eclipse. They will not understand it, and doing so without eye protection can harm their retinas, too.
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This male was found in the Kingston area. He is currently safe and sound at the Kings SPCA. If this is your dog you can reach us at 902-538-9075.
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Join us in-store at Feeds'n Needs Berwick (229 Commercial St) on Saturday, March 16th or Saturday, March 30th from 12PM - 5PM, as we host Pet Nail Trimming with Daphne Roy!
$15 per canine. First come, first served.
A weekend chuckle
A chuckle for this Friday.
A good reminder....
A little chuckle!
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Why are fireworks such a problem for dogs? In this conversation Toni Shelbourne explains why so many dogs struggle with fireworks. She describes the small te...
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🦠There have been 2 cases of Canine Leptospirosis in the Halifax area this week.ðŸ¦
When we start hearing this kind of news, it makes it extra important to talk about it.
"Lepto" is a bacterial disease that can be contracted by both canines and humans through the consumption of infected urine. Sounds gross right? Why would you or your dog ever ingest wildlife's urine? It's easier then you think... Wildlife carrying the bacteria such as deer, raccoons, or rodents urinating into stagnant water is the main culprit. This means your dog can come into contact with Lepto simply by drinking from a puddle or even by eating wet grass that was recently urinated on by infected wildlife. Yuck!
Lepto can survive for weeks to months in the environment. Heavy rainfall can exacerbate its spread and since 2023 has been an extremely wet year with tons of heavy rainfall, that makes it an ideal year for Lepto - as it thrives in thrives in warm, wet environments.
So what does Lepto do to your dog and how can you tell? Lepto primarily affects the liver and kidneys, which can ultimately result in life-threatening conditions.
Common clinical signs (which may vary in severity) are as follows:
🦠Fever
🦠Decreased appetite
🦠Vomiting
🦠Diarrhea
🦠Increased thirst and urination
🦠Lethargy or weakness
🦠Stiffness and soreness
🦠Dehydration
🦠Yellowing of the eyes or gums
🦠Small bleeding under the skin
🦠Redness in the eyes
🦠Rapid or difficulty breathing
If you notice any of these signs in your dog contact your vet team immediately to schedule an appointment. Whether it's Lepto or not, your dog needs to be assessed.
No matter where you live in NS, we share our home with wildlife on a daily basis. Be aware of where you go for walks and if you feel your lifestyle puts your dog at risk, the best way to protect your dogs is to vaccinate annually.
When we seek help for our dog's behaviour we tend to focus on stopping something unwanted.
Our aim is to make that behaviour go away.
But there's much more to it than that.
Dogs act how they do based on their feelings and their motivations.
They can’t tell us what either of those things are unless we know their language.
Unless we identify what they need.
Then work out another way to meet that need for them.
Ethically, we can't dive in to make the dog stop doing something.
We must start by watching and listening.
Learning from the dog.
Asking the following questions.
Hopefully this Vet finds it..
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HAPPY ENDING: Home; Safe N' Sound. We thank all that cared and shared. Wilbur was found by a neighbour. We thank Mike Chapman and Diesel who were boots on the ground, to confirm that Wilbur was not taken by an eagle - please know that both eagles and hawks may be able to pick up a 5-10lb. dog BUT cannot sustain flight, and evidence of said capture would be apparent. (8.5.23 - 8.8.23)
LOST DOG: Clarence/ Annapolis County MALE: Yorkie, 10 years old, Parti-coat, white with light tan markings, tan mask and ears, tan on tail, recently groomed, not wearing a collar. NAME: Wilbur He went missing on Aug.5/23. Please cross post and if you have any information contact Maureen, Catherine or Mike Chapman .
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ElderDog Canada and Friends of ElderDog are pleased to announce information about this year's Butterfly Release. Visit http://placetopaws.ca/butterfly-release/ for more information about the Butterfly Release and https://www.elderdogcanadastore.ca/ to purchase a butterfly package.
Welcome again to the Yellow Dog UK wonderful world of common sense. Would you go up to a stranger in the street and give her a hug or stick your hand in their face? Well I wouldn't but it happens all to often unfortunately with dogs .... What do you do when you can see someone approaching you and your dog?
Drawing by Doggie Drawings by Lili Chin
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Understanding canine consent is paramount for building a healthy relationship with a dog, and ensuring their emotional and physical wellbeing. Below are a few key points for understanding and maintaining consent while interacting with dogs.
Observing Body Language: Dogs communicate primarily through body language, which can give us clues about their comfort levels. A relaxed dog who is happy to be touched will have loose body language, and might lean into you or initiate contact themselves. Signs of discomfort can include tense body language, avoiding eye contact, moving away, or more obvious signals such as growling or baring teeth.
Respecting Boundaries: Always respect a dog's personal space, especially if they are new to you. Dogs, like humans, have different levels of comfort when it comes to physical contact. Some dogs might enjoy a scratch behind the ears, while others might not like being touched on the head. Remember, consent is ongoing; a dog might be happy to be stroked one moment, but not the next. It's important to always be observant and responsive to a dog's changing comfort levels.
Encouraging Choice: Whenever possible, allow dogs to initiate or end contact. For example, if a dog approaches you and seems to be inviting interaction, you might extend your hand slowly and let them sniff it. If the dog seems comfortable and continues to engage, you can proceed with petting. If at any point they back away, you should respect that choice and give them space.
Educating Others: It's also important to educate children and others about dog body language and consent. Teach them to approach dogs respectfully, look for signs of discomfort, and to always ask the dog's handler before petting a dog.
By keeping these points in mind, we can ensure we're interacting with dogs in a respectful and caring way. Remember, just like humans, each dog is an individual with their own preferences, and it's our responsibility to ensure we're respecting their boundaries.
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A good article
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Wilson you have a beautiful voice!!!!
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