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Greetings!
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Do your dogs watch TV? Two of my dogs will pay attention to the television, especially if other dogs are on the channel. One of my dogs doesn't seem to ever notice. The New York Times interviewed me about the new DogTV channel last month. The article was called "Should Your Dog Be Watching TV?"
You may have heard on TV or in other news about the recent pet food recalls originating from the Diamond Pet Food plant in Gaston, SC. The recall affected several different brands of food made at the plant. I've included some information in this issue, along with links to where you can get more details. Please check your dog food bags to make sure your pets are not affected. I've also included tips on teaching your dog to enjoy taking medication if ever necessary..
If you've always wanted to volunteer with your pet, you can find out how to start during the upcoming Prescription Paws Orientation, May 21 in West Columbia. Check the article in this issue for details. I've also updated the class schedule. Our private lessons are getting quite popular!
Please give your dogs cookies from me! Teoti Anderson, CPDT-KA, KPA-CTPPawsitive Results, LLC
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Class Schedule
It's never too late for your dog to learn! Sign up for classes today. Learn how to register.
Family Manners I
Friarsgate Park, Irmo
Class begins Tuesday, May 22 at 7:00 p.m.
Class full. Taking names for the waiting list in case of cancellations.Class begins Tuesday, July 10 at 7:00 p.m. Will begin taking registration May 23. Tri-City Leisure Center, West Columbia
Class begins Thursday, June 14 at 7:30 p.m.
Now taking registration! Private LessonsWe offer a variety of training packages in the convenience of your home. Choose from Puppy Head Start, Housetraining Help, Family Manners, Behavior, and Competitive Rally Coaching. Times not work for you? Check out our future schedule. |
A Spoonful of Peanut Butter Makes the Medicine Go Down
Logan is now recovering extremely well from his surgery. I appreciate all the well wishes! Soon after his surgery, Logan got sick with diarrhea. Concerned that it could be related to his operation, I took him to his surgeon for a checkup. All test results were fine, so it ended up probably just being an upset stomach from a virus. The veterinarian gave me several medications to help him feel better. One of them was a pill that needed to be dissolved in a syringe full of water.  That pill apparently tasted awful, even to a Labrador, because Logan did NOT want to take this medicine! I got it down him the first time, but he struggled and was not happy about the situation. I could have forced him to take his meds every eight hours, but that wouldn't have been pleasant for either of us. Plus, forcing a dog to take medication can have behavioral fallout -- he could become hand shy (hands approaching mean bad things). It's much better to make the experience a pleasant one for your dog! Next time Logan was due for his medication, I prepared the syringe as usual. Then I smeared peanut butter all over the tip. Logan eagerly lapped at the peanut butter, then I quickly slipped the syringe under his lip and slowly pushed the plunger so the liquid didn't gush down his throat all at once. He lapped at the peanut butter the entire time, and then I let him completely clean the tip of the syringe when it was done. The results? One happy Labrador, one happy human. There are other ways you can help your dog enjoy taking his medication. Pill Pockets are a commercial treat especially made for holding pills and capsules. They are available at most pet supply stores and sometimes from your veterinarian. You can also use marshmallows. Split the marshmallow and stick the pill inside. The sticky interior holds it pretty easily. Feed your dog a plain marshmallow, then the one with the pill in it, then another plain one. There may be times when you have to make your dog take medication for his own health. Try a positive method first -- it'll make both your lives easier! |
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About Pawsitive Results, LLC Pawsitive Results, LLC offers reward-based group dog training classes in Irmo and West Columbia, SC., as well as private lessons. Owner Teoti Anderson is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer, author and public speaker.
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Prescription Paws Orientation
Do you have a sweet, social dog or cat? Ever wonder what it takes to be a therapy team? This free orientation will introduce you to volunteering with your pet!
Prescription Paws is hosting an orientation to the Pet Partners program Monday, May 21 at 7:30 p.m. at Tri City Leisure Center (485 Brooks Avenue) in West Columbia. This is for people only, please leave your pets at home.
You'll learn what it takes for you and your animal partner to participate in Pet Partners (formerly Delta Society). You'll find out what skills your dog or cat needs to have, and the steps involved in registration. You'll also learn the benefits of registering with this quality program, including liability insurance.
Prescription Paws teams visit a variety of local health care facilities and schools. They also offer bite prevention programs to children.
Join Prescription Paws for light refreshments May 21 while you learn about this wonderful volunteer activity you can share with your pet. If you want more information, please visit www.prescriptionpaws.org. |
More Pet Food Recalls
Several brands of dog and cat food have been recalled due to possible contamination with Salmonella. People in several states have gotten sick from a bag of dog food traced to the Diamond Pet Food plant, located in Gaston, SC. Here are the brands affected:
- 4Health
- Apex
- Canidae
- Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul
- Country Value
- Diamond
- Diamond Naturals
- Kirkland Signature
- Kirkland Signature Nature's Domain
- Premium Edge
- Professional
- Taste of the Wild
Pets with Salmonella may become lethargic, have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, vomiting and fever. Some pets may lose their appetites.
If you feed one of these affected brands, please check the bags to see if they are included in the recall. If you think your pet may be affected, please consult your veterinarian. And if you think you may have gotten sick, call your doctor.
For details on the recall, please visit Diamond Pet Food's recall page or US FDA Pet Food Recalls. |
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