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Please welcome our newest canine guests to our daycare!
- Cooper Gomes
- Lady Sakillares
- Rossi Harvey
- Riley Shurtleff
- Tico Defreitas
- Jack Doire
- George Houghton
- Millie Houghton
- Failth Slaven
- Kayla Schiffer
- Maddie Schiffer
- Bosco Kelly
- Bailey Asnes
- Maximus Francioso
- Mia Francioso
- Pheonix Smith
- Rex Lewis
- Maggie LaBrosse
- Rhett Boig
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| WELL WISHES
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Rocco OReily
Emma Niccoli
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Happy 4th of July Everyone!!!
This is a big weekend of cook-outs and fun festivities.(If the weather cooperates!!) Here are a few things to think about that could protect your dog while celebrating this Independance day.
During 4th of July festivities, more animals are lost than at any other time of the year. Loud noise from fireworks frightens animals due to their heightened senses of hearing, and they become willing to do anything to escape the noise. This behavior is usually unpredictable and out of character, and it may include such things as:
· Chewing through a leash
· Jumping through screens and windows
· Digging under a fence
· Jumping over a wall
· Bolting away from the owner
· Running into traffic
The good news is that there are many things you can do to help ensure your pet's protection. Just follow these five simple guidelines to make July 4th a great holiday for both of you!
1. Don't bring your pet to a fireworks display. The "boom" of the fireworks sounds loud to the human ear. Imagine how loud it sounds to your dog, who can hear sounds up to 60,000 cycles per second -- that's three times greater than the human ear can even register.
2. Keep a collar and ID tag on your pet at all times. Make sure the tag contains legible and up-to-date information. To lessen the chance that a dog slips his collar, be sure you can put no more than two fingers between the collar and the pet's neck. Having your pet micro chipped is great in aiding your pets safe return.
3. Keep your pet indoors in a cool, quiet room. The windows should be closed and the shades or curtains pulled. Often the sound of soft music or the low rumble of a television will help to calm your pet. Remember to leave a light on for your pet too. These things will help the animal feel safe and secure.
4. Don't leave your pet outside in the yard on a leash or a chain. Many animals get tangled up in their attempts to flee and end up injuring themselves. And dogs often escape their yards and get lost.
5. If you find an animal that is lost, take it to your local animal shelter right away. The quicker you do this, the sooner the frantic owner will be reunited with his or her beloved pet.
Cook-outs & BBQ Don'ts
Make sure all gates and doors are locked so your dog does not escape. Dogs DO NOT digest food the way we do, encourage your guest NOT to feed your dog burgers and hot dogs. Although tempting they can get stomach upset & severe diarrhea from this.
1. Onions/Garlic: Definitely hold off on this veggie and herb (Lucky might shed a tear over the entire concept)! Onions and garlic would not just give Lucky bad breath, but on burgers, hot dogs, or kabobs, are toxic to both dogs and cats and can cause Heinz (not talking the ketchup condiment here) body anemia.
2. Tomatoes: A big - No! This veggie contains Atropine that causes dilated pupils, tremors and an irregular heartbeat. The highest concentration of atropine is found in the leaves and stems of tomato plants.
3. Chocolate: This might be truly my one scrumptious weakness but this treat is not a dog's best friend. Chocolate contains Theobromine, a stimulant found in the cocoa bean that is harmful to your dog and causes unpleasant, and dangerous, side effects.
4. Salt: Hold off on the salt and spice! Giving your dog too many salty snacks (i.e.: potato chips or pickles) can lead to some dogs drinking too much water. Overdrinking can lead a to a dangerous, and sometimes fatal, condition called bloat in which the dog's stomach gets too full and can twist or rupture. So hold off on the snacks and keep an eye on how much your mutt drinks throughout the day.
5. Macadamia Nuts: You'd be nutty to slip your dog a nut or two! Aloha, Macadamia nuts have been known to cause muscular weakness, tremors, bladder stones, and severe illness in dogs. In fact, most nuts are a no-go for dogs so best to keep all types away from your pup.
6. Grapes: Healthy for you, highly dangerous for your pup! This innocent snack, believe it or not, can lead to kidney failure in your pet!
7. Sweeteners/Sugar: Don't give into your dog's sweet tooth, because sugar can release insulin and lead to liver failure!
8. BBQ Chicken: Avoid giving your dog bones of any kind, because if eaten they can splinter and harm a pet's internal organs! When you just can't help but give in, simply pull the meat off the bone and only give a small amount!
9. Keep the alcohol away from your dog! Though a Bloodhound Mary or a Dachsund Daiquiri might sound nice, alcohol and dogs do not mix! This seems like an obvious summer "BBQ Don't", but I have caught Lucky trying to sneak a sip poolside! Keep your drinks above paws' reach, no need to see exactly how much trouble your stumbling pup might find. Not to mention the severe health risks associated with alcohol consumption in animals.
Ensuring your pup avoids foods such as the above-mentioned will help ensure a fun, safe, and satiating summer for the both of you! We're not trying to say that there are no safe ways for your pup to welcome the summer with a little indulgence. For a variety of safe and delicious (for your pup anyway) summertime treats, check out petsmart.com and go to the "Treats and Biscuits" section. Trust me, your dog will thank you!
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IS YOUR DOG PROTECTED FROM THE HEAT?
The hot summer days are upon us. Make sure your dog has adequate shelter from the sun with plenty of fresh water!! Hot weather creates additional hazards for your pet. Unlike humans, animals can't change their wardrobe or turn on the air conditioning like humans do to keep comfortable. Follow these common sense tips to prevent a heat-related pet emergency.
Besides the obvious... provide shelter and shade, fresh water, and good grooming, here are some tips to help keep your pet cool in the summer heat.
· Be aware of ways that your pet could accidentally be caught without shade - is your pet on a tether and could potentially get caught out in the full sun? Will the shade be available all day? While the shelter provides shade, is it hotter inside the shelter? If possible, utilize shade from trees in addition to the dog house; assuring that there is sufficient shade all day long.
· If your pet is left indoors, is air conditioning available? Will the house stay cool through the heat of the day? Basement access will provide a naturally cool area to keep your pet comfortable.
· For indoor or outdoor animals, a cool water "bath" before leaving for work will provide additional cooling for your pet.
· Is fresh, cool water available at all times? Can your pet spill the water source? Wide bottomed buckets are more difficult to tip and spill
some dogs. Plan exercise and outdoor activities in the relative coolness of morning and evening time. Be sure to bring along fresh water or a collapsible drinking bowl to allow your pet to get a cool drink when needed. · NEVER leave your pet in the car, even it it is only for a "quick errand"! This is very dangerous, even on days that are only mildly warm. If you see a pet locked in a car, please call local animal authorities immediately, you may save a life!
ENJOY A SAFE FUN SUMMER!!
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REMINDER:
WE WILL BE OPEN 6:30am-6:30pm ON JULY 4TH FOR ANYONE HAVING OR GOING TO A COOK - OUT AND YOUR DOG IS NOT INVITED..........
LET HIM PLAY THE DAY AWAY SAFE AND SOUND AT CLASSIE CANINES!!!! |
Summer reminders
Cocoa Mulch can be toxic to pets
No question about it, chocolate and other products made from coca beans - e.g., cocoa mulch - contain substances toxic to certain animals, including both dogs and cats. And the main culprit is indeed theobromine, a caffeine-like chemical which acts as a mild diuretic and stimulant in human beings but is poisonous to animals less well equipped to metabolize it. Cocoa mulch, which consists mainly of cocoa bean shells, contains a much higher concentration of theobromine than chocolate processed for human consumption. Dogs are attracted to the scent and in documented cases have eaten the stuff, leading to vomiting, diarrhea, trembling, seizures and, in some instances, death (see symptom list). While it's equally toxic to cats, veterinarians say they are less likely to ingest cocoa products and therefore less at risk. If you suspect your dog may have eaten cocoa mulch, or any other plant that may be dangerous the ASPCA recommends contacting your veterinarian immediately or calling the Animal Poison Control Center at 1-888-426-4435 for expert advice. For a full list of poisons plants visit www.dogpack.com/health/poisonplants.htm
Flea & Tick Preventive Warnings
Recently there was a story on topical flea and tick prevention and all the dangers involved with these products. They named almost ALL the products on the market.Although some cases of reation could be true, it like anything eles we or they come in contact with that could cause a reation. The benifits of the proper products along with the proper use definatly out weigh the risks. Lymes disease is at an all time high so please be sure your pet is protected!!
Some hints: ~ Always check with your vet on the best product for your pet.
~ Try to avoid petstore products as most don't work anyway.
~ Be sure the product you have chosen is for the proper specie (cat or dog) and proper size for your pet.
~ Be sure you are aplying the product properly.
~ If you see a possible reaction staring imedeatley wash the product off and call your vet.
We choose Advantix and have been using it on all our own dogs for years without incident. (knock on wood). We choose this product because it not only covers ticks and fleas but misquitos as well.
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Sincerely,
The staff at Classie Canines
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