Patti
Zach
Tyra
MacKenzie
Gem
Zander, Bea and Neha
Amtrak
Sunday, May 15, 2011
Sunday Sweets
Sunday is full of SWEETS! Each week we will showcase the sweeter side of Cairns. If you have a sweet filled cairn and would like us to consider YOUR picture for an upcoming "Sunday Sweets" send it to us at cpcrnblog@gmail.com! (All photo submissions become the property of CPCRN and may be used for fundraising, promotion and/or outreach purposes.)
Saturday, May 14, 2011
Practicing the art of pleasing your Cairns
Contributed by a CP Volunteer
Darby and Finn
Yesterday, we practiced the art of pleasing your Cairns.
1) Ask dogs if they want to go for a ride in the car
2) Do not get between the Cairns and the door as the particularly bouncy
Cairn (Finn) who LOVES car rides will knock you over to get to the car.
3) Tell the bouncy Cairn, 'no, that's the neighbor's car, ours is the
Subaru. Just like it is every day.'
4) Load the bouncy Cairn and the 'I like to go everywhere with you but
I'll be darned if I act like HIM' girl Cairn (Darby) into the car.
5) Drive to the Nature Glen, trying not to laugh out loud when the
excited whines turn into a feverish pitch in the back of a car as you
get closer.
6) Fail. Laugh loudly as your Cairns hurl themselves at the securely
fashioned lift back, whining frantically.
7) Open lift back, wrap bouncy Cairn's leash around wrist twice so he
doesn't hurl himself out while you lift the little princess (what?
isn't being my personal elevator part of your job?) out of the car.
8) Ramble through the Nature Glen, allowing plenty of sniff and
pee/marking stops. It's THEIR walk, not yours.
9) Get payback for the many pee/marking stops by making them sit for
pictures
10) Circle back to the car for yet ANOTHER car ride. (did you say car
ride? Oh boy oh boy oh boy oh boy...)
11) Provide water
12) Take more pictures of them inside the car (enough with the camera
already, you silly human servant...)
13) Drive around in the car
14) Return to the canine castle
15) Feed the returning adventurers
They are exceptionally easy to please as long as you do exactly what
they want you to do.
I really learned what Cairns are all about : long story
Contributed by a CP Volunteer in Arizona
I had the most horrific and wonderful (If that's the right word) experience this weekend. I was sitting at the counter in the kitchen (which is right next to the patio door) having my morning coffee. Toran was outside sniffing for the best place to go. Murphy, having already gone, is taking his morning nap in the master bathroom (over looks the patio). I hear this wild screech from Torran and race outside (1-2 seconds) and I see Torran chasing a coyote over the 6' wall. Wrong side for the coyote to go. The outside of this wall goes down much lower than the inside. So I am hoping he broke a leg. I say to Torran you are a brave little man, and proceed to check him over for any mishaps. I find puncture wounds on his neck. Minimal bleeding. No major damage. I also find some hair from the coyote where he attacked Torran, and wondering how did Torran break free from this coyote. I now recall, that they were bred for just this thing. Coyote is bigger than a fox, but less dangerous than a badger. I am putting up a sign....Coyotes Beware.....Torran is here. We did go to the vet and he was amazed, well not really, about the breeds tenacious attitude. Torran is on antibiotics. No stitches needed......hope the coyote fared far worse
I had the most horrific and wonderful (If that's the right word) experience this weekend. I was sitting at the counter in the kitchen (which is right next to the patio door) having my morning coffee. Toran was outside sniffing for the best place to go. Murphy, having already gone, is taking his morning nap in the master bathroom (over looks the patio). I hear this wild screech from Torran and race outside (1-2 seconds) and I see Torran chasing a coyote over the 6' wall. Wrong side for the coyote to go. The outside of this wall goes down much lower than the inside. So I am hoping he broke a leg. I say to Torran you are a brave little man, and proceed to check him over for any mishaps. I find puncture wounds on his neck. Minimal bleeding. No major damage. I also find some hair from the coyote where he attacked Torran, and wondering how did Torran break free from this coyote. I now recall, that they were bred for just this thing. Coyote is bigger than a fox, but less dangerous than a badger. I am putting up a sign....Coyotes Beware.....Torran is here. We did go to the vet and he was amazed, well not really, about the breeds tenacious attitude. Torran is on antibiotics. No stitches needed......hope the coyote fared far worse
Coyotes are very brazen here. They have been known to attack small dogs on leashes being held by their owners. Have also read that a pack of coyotes attacked a women who worked at the Fry's (Kroger) deli, who went outside for her break with her apron on.....the smell of meat. Hate what we have created in these animals.....no fear of humans. Most people think they are cute and feed them and put water out for them. Here in AZ it is not necessary to have a permit to shoot them. I hate that idea, but they are becoming extremely dangerous for us. Everyone, just beware of these dangerous predators. They are now found in Manhattan's central park.....so I have seen on GMA.
Note from CP Blogger: With 'urban sprawl', coyotes are appearing all over the country and becoming a threat to pets and their owners. This blogger knows of similar occurrences in Connecticut and South Carolina so this is NOT an isolated incident. Pet owners need to be aware and prepared.
Note from CP Blogger: With 'urban sprawl', coyotes are appearing all over the country and becoming a threat to pets and their owners. This blogger knows of similar occurrences in Connecticut and South Carolina so this is NOT an isolated incident. Pet owners need to be aware and prepared.
Friday, May 13, 2011
Eraser Laments
Written by CP foster Eraser
A year ago we would not have repaired a sock in this house but with the costof gas at 4$ and bills raising , we did our part to lower the house expences..soonto the internet to learn how to repair a sock,, ok first find the needle andthread 4 hours later a rusty needle from the back of the kitchen drawer and anice red thread to match the black sock , it seems you have to knit the holetogether with a this and that way knit and sew and pulling type of thing, itlooked wonderfull except my shirt sleve was sewed to the sock, so snip snip offcomes a small corner of the sleve,now there is a shirt to repair and the redthread will look wonderfull on the grey shirt, ouch sew ouch sew ouch sew itseems the more holes i poke in my fingers the less pain each sequencial pokefeels and with each bandaid my profit margin decreased,when i proudley pulled onmy sock with my bloody throbbing fingers , and i saw how pretty my gray shirtwith red trim was, said to myself "next time ill just buy a new pair",, Erasermayor of Inwood
Response written to Eraser and his foster Dad
Okay, so that's called darning. I have never been good at it. My mom was a
genuis....so, get used to the needle jabs. Next time get a new needle. You may
get blood poisoning with the rusty one....
You make my day, every day. You know you can not give up Eraser, he is yours.
Who else can get a cairn to darn a sock.
Eraser and Cindy U. are being fostered in Pennsylvania and you can learn more about them and the other cairns available for adoption by clicking here.
A year ago we would not have repaired a sock in this house but with the costof gas at 4$ and bills raising , we did our part to lower the house expences..soonto the internet to learn how to repair a sock,, ok first find the needle andthread 4 hours later a rusty needle from the back of the kitchen drawer and anice red thread to match the black sock , it seems you have to knit the holetogether with a this and that way knit and sew and pulling type of thing, itlooked wonderfull except my shirt sleve was sewed to the sock, so snip snip offcomes a small corner of the sleve,now there is a shirt to repair and the redthread will look wonderfull on the grey shirt, ouch sew ouch sew ouch sew itseems the more holes i poke in my fingers the less pain each sequencial pokefeels and with each bandaid my profit margin decreased,when i proudley pulled onmy sock with my bloody throbbing fingers , and i saw how pretty my gray shirtwith red trim was, said to myself "next time ill just buy a new pair",, Erasermayor of Inwood
Response written to Eraser and his foster Dad
Okay, so that's called darning. I have never been good at it. My mom was a
genuis....so, get used to the needle jabs. Next time get a new needle. You may
get blood poisoning with the rusty one....
You make my day, every day. You know you can not give up Eraser, he is yours.
Who else can get a cairn to darn a sock.
Wednesday, May 11, 2011
Horrible Accident Causes Death to a Cairn
Contributed by a CP Volunteer
Nine years ago Col. Potter heard about a female Cairn that had
been taken to a shelter. Almost immediately she gave birth to
four puppies. This is the story of one of those puppies. The
mom and pups were transported to Karen P. in Biloxi, MS for
fostering. The mom was sweet and the pups adorable although
possibly not 100% Cairn.
One male pup was called Dugan and he was chosen by folks living
in New Hampshire. In some strange fashion a doctor working with
Karen was flying north and transported Dugan to his new parents.
Dugan was renamed Duke and that puppy was very loved. He had
a wonderful life for 9 years. Then his parents went on vacation
and left him with their parents as had probably been done many
times previously. While the folks were at work Duke somehow
found some kind of lunch bag and stuck his adorable head inside
to see if he could find any crumbs. Unfortunately and
horrifically he never got his head out of the bag and he
suffocated. His parents and their parents are all devastated.
Karen is devastated and many of us in CP are crying for Duke and
his family. I'm crying because Duke looked like one of my past
dogs. There's no other word to use but devastated. Such a
horrible tragic accident to happen to a beloved pup who might
have lived another 9 years.
Please, in Duke's name go and check and see if there's anything
in your house or yard that could cause your furbabies to be in
danger of a similar accident. Try crawling around and looking
at your house from a dog's eye view. Make sure you don't keep
dangerous bags where your pups could get to them. Be vigilant
for those blown into your yard by the wind.
Another possible danger in yards is those 5 gallon buckets.
Last year a darling scottie decided there must be something in
one left in her yard. Some how she leaped in and the bucket
never fell over and she drowned in a few inches of water. Try
to remember not to leave those upright in the yard.
Nine years ago Col. Potter heard about a female Cairn that had
been taken to a shelter. Almost immediately she gave birth to
four puppies. This is the story of one of those puppies. The
mom and pups were transported to Karen P. in Biloxi, MS for
fostering. The mom was sweet and the pups adorable although
possibly not 100% Cairn.
One male pup was called Dugan and he was chosen by folks living
in New Hampshire. In some strange fashion a doctor working with
Karen was flying north and transported Dugan to his new parents.
Dugan was renamed Duke and that puppy was very loved. He had
a wonderful life for 9 years. Then his parents went on vacation
and left him with their parents as had probably been done many
times previously. While the folks were at work Duke somehow
found some kind of lunch bag and stuck his adorable head inside
to see if he could find any crumbs. Unfortunately and
horrifically he never got his head out of the bag and he
suffocated. His parents and their parents are all devastated.
Karen is devastated and many of us in CP are crying for Duke and
his family. I'm crying because Duke looked like one of my past
dogs. There's no other word to use but devastated. Such a
horrible tragic accident to happen to a beloved pup who might
have lived another 9 years.
Please, in Duke's name go and check and see if there's anything
in your house or yard that could cause your furbabies to be in
danger of a similar accident. Try crawling around and looking
at your house from a dog's eye view. Make sure you don't keep
dangerous bags where your pups could get to them. Be vigilant
for those blown into your yard by the wind.
Another possible danger in yards is those 5 gallon buckets.
Last year a darling scottie decided there must be something in
one left in her yard. Some how she leaped in and the bucket
never fell over and she drowned in a few inches of water. Try
to remember not to leave those upright in the yard.
Wacky Wednesday!
Wednesday is the day to be WACKY! Each week we will showcase a terrierific cairn picture with an appropriate caption. If you have a terrierific cairn and would like us to consider YOUR picture and caption for an upcoming "Wacky Wednesday" send it to us at cpcrnblog@gmail.com! (All photo submissions become the property of CPCRN and may be used for fundraising, promotion and/or outreach purposes.)
A big shout out to Gem for being our Wacky Wednesday model this week!
You can buy the Col. Potter Cairn Rescue Network Cookbook, Volume III for yourself by clicking this link!
Tuesday, May 10, 2011
Please Welcome Fritz
Written by a CP Intakes volunteer
This handsome little boy has had a rough year so far. A few months ago, he somehow landed in a shelter. Fortunately for him, he was quickly adopted by a family looking for a young playmate for their resident dog. However, when the owner found out he was quite a bit older than the shelter estimated him to be and discovered that Fritz didn’t seem at all interested in playing with the resident dog, the owner contacted us to see if we could take him and find him a new home.
Fritz is estimated to be 6-8 years old, housebroken, loves men, and is just an easy going little guy.
He arrived at his foster home on Mother's Day– a special treat for all involved. This was foster mom’s reply when asked about his arrival date...."How perfect...Mothers Day. I will get a new furbaby and he will get a new foster mom!"
This handsome little boy has had a rough year so far. A few months ago, he somehow landed in a shelter. Fortunately for him, he was quickly adopted by a family looking for a young playmate for their resident dog. However, when the owner found out he was quite a bit older than the shelter estimated him to be and discovered that Fritz didn’t seem at all interested in playing with the resident dog, the owner contacted us to see if we could take him and find him a new home.
Fritz is estimated to be 6-8 years old, housebroken, loves men, and is just an easy going little guy.
He arrived at his foster home on Mother's Day– a special treat for all involved. This was foster mom’s reply when asked about his arrival date...."How perfect...Mothers Day. I will get a new furbaby and he will get a new foster mom!"
Welcome Schatzi to the healing arms of CP!
Written by a CP Intakes volunteer
This little girl almost didn’t make it out of the shelter in time--she was on the Put To Sleep list when Intakes was notified. But thanks to a couple of our volunteers for promptly springing into action (Michele and Monika) she’s a Col. Potter girl now.
Little Schatzi is 11 years old, 14 lbs. and just a little sweetheart. In fact Michele almost didn’t turn her over to Monika. In her own words – “She is to die for! She is beyond sweet! Almost had to keep her!”
She’s currently at the vet for evaluation, some surgery and the beginning treatment for her skin condition. It’s a real testament to her cairn spirit that despite the adversity she’s been through, she’s still a “little sweetheart”.
Schatzi could use some prayers and healing thoughts for her surgery, and hopefully will soon be heading to her foster home for some TLC and a bright future.
Welcome little one!
This little girl almost didn’t make it out of the shelter in time--she was on the Put To Sleep list when Intakes was notified. But thanks to a couple of our volunteers for promptly springing into action (Michele and Monika) she’s a Col. Potter girl now.
Little Schatzi is 11 years old, 14 lbs. and just a little sweetheart. In fact Michele almost didn’t turn her over to Monika. In her own words – “She is to die for! She is beyond sweet! Almost had to keep her!”
She’s currently at the vet for evaluation, some surgery and the beginning treatment for her skin condition. It’s a real testament to her cairn spirit that despite the adversity she’s been through, she’s still a “little sweetheart”.
Schatzi could use some prayers and healing thoughts for her surgery, and hopefully will soon be heading to her foster home for some TLC and a bright future.
Welcome little one!
Monday, May 9, 2011
Welcome Esme and Arie!
Written by a CP Intakes Volunteer
Esme
Arie
Esme and Arie lived with their 2 litter mates, mom and dad since birth, 3 wonderful years. They were loved, vetted, trained, exercised, well taken care of. One day a certified letter came to this happy household, it seems the city where this pack lived had a 4 dog limit. Heartbroken, their owner was forced to give up two of his beloved cairns, or they would have been taken from him. Knowing the cairn spirit, knowing cairns need to be with “cairn people”, he choose CP to find Esme and Ari the correct forever home. Let’s all give Esme and Arie a warm CP welcome.
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Introducing Esme and Arie
Written by a CP Intakes volunteer
Esme and Arie lived with their 2 litter mates and their owners since birth, 3 wonderful years. They were loved, vetted, trained, exercised, well taken care of. One day a certified letter came to this happy household; it seems the city where this pack lived had a 4 dog limit.
Heartbroken, their owner was forced to give up two of his beloved cairns. Knowing the cairn spirit and knowing that cairns need to be with “cairn people”, he choose Col. Potter to find Esme and Arie the correct forever home.
Esme
Arie
Let’s all give Esme and Arie a warm CP welcome!
Esme and Arie lived with their 2 litter mates and their owners since birth, 3 wonderful years. They were loved, vetted, trained, exercised, well taken care of. One day a certified letter came to this happy household; it seems the city where this pack lived had a 4 dog limit.
Heartbroken, their owner was forced to give up two of his beloved cairns. Knowing the cairn spirit and knowing that cairns need to be with “cairn people”, he choose Col. Potter to find Esme and Arie the correct forever home.
Esme
ArieLet’s all give Esme and Arie a warm CP welcome!
Happy Mother's Day to our Foster Moms!
Written by CP's Director of Foster Homes
Note from CP Blogger: This is the perfect day to repost this note honoring our foster moms, the sentiments are timeless . Thanks for all you do!
I want to take this time to say Happy Mother's Day to all you wonderful foster moms. I cannot begin to tell you how special each and every one of you are. It is not easy to take a strange dog into your home and yet you wonderful foster moms do this over and over again. You show them love, many for the first time, help them with their fears, show the ones who are out of control who is boss, clean up more pee and poop than you care to think about, take care of a multitude of problems and after all this work, you lovingly pass them off to another home so they have a little Cairn in their life. Please know how appreciated you all are, not only by me but all of Col. Potter. Happy Mom's Day foster moms. May it be as special as each and every one of you are.
(Originally posted 5/8/2010)
Note from CP Blogger: This is the perfect day to repost this note honoring our foster moms, the sentiments are timeless . Thanks for all you do!
I want to take this time to say Happy Mother's Day to all you wonderful foster moms. I cannot begin to tell you how special each and every one of you are. It is not easy to take a strange dog into your home and yet you wonderful foster moms do this over and over again. You show them love, many for the first time, help them with their fears, show the ones who are out of control who is boss, clean up more pee and poop than you care to think about, take care of a multitude of problems and after all this work, you lovingly pass them off to another home so they have a little Cairn in their life. Please know how appreciated you all are, not only by me but all of Col. Potter. Happy Mom's Day foster moms. May it be as special as each and every one of you are.
(Originally posted 5/8/2010)
Sunday Sweets
Sunday is full of SWEETS! Each week we will showcase the sweeter side of Cairns. If you have a sweet filled cairn and would like us to consider YOUR picture for an upcoming "Sunday Sweets" send it to us at cpcrnblog@gmail.com! (All photo submissions become the property of CPCRN and may be used for fundraising, promotion and/or outreach purposes.)
Sadie and Kayla
Grady
Tess (what's so interesting?)
Emmie
Abbie
Zack
Jock
Kiki
Montanna
Saturday, May 7, 2011
CP Foster Eraser ahead in the poles
NEWS FLASH INWOOD
In the latest pole mayor Eraser is slightly ahead since the mass mailing of the flyer this week, the latest person in the street interviews seem to support the poles one lady states" licl lick oh ide love to have his puppies bark bark"while another states " if he doesnt stop peein in my bedroom im gonna kick him and his city hall out the door" if he wins this primary he can start his general election campain
Eraser and Cindy U. are being fostered in Pennsylvania and you can learn more about them and the other cairns available for adoption by clicking here.
In the latest pole mayor Eraser is slightly ahead since the mass mailing of the flyer this week, the latest person in the street interviews seem to support the poles one lady states" licl lick oh ide love to have his puppies bark bark"while another states " if he doesnt stop peein in my bedroom im gonna kick him and his city hall out the door" if he wins this primary he can start his general election campain
Eraser and Cindy U. are being fostered in Pennsylvania and you can learn more about them and the other cairns available for adoption by clicking here.
Salmonella: Keys Manufacturing recalls pig ears : Symptoms to look for in you or your pet.
Note from CP Blogger: as a follow up to our post about the recall, here are the symptoms to look for if you or your pet have been exposed to or ingested tainted pigs ears.The Daily Tail
A dog in Missouri has been reported sick, triggering a recall of several batches of Pig Ears for Pet Treats produced by Keys Manufacturing Company. They might be contaminated with Salmonella.
Pig Ears for Pet Treats was distributed to stores in Pennsylvania, Virginia, Missouri, Iowa, Ohio, Illinois, Florida, Kentucky, Michigan, Arkansas, Indiana, Louisiana, Texas and Minnesota. It came in 100 count cases, packed in cardboard boxes shipped between Sept. 27 to Oct. 6, 2010; Nov. 1 to Nov. 29, 2010; and Jan. 3 to Jan. 25, 2011. The FDA is investigating what caused the contamination.
Salmonella can affect both humans and animals. You can become infected by simply handling the treats, especially if you have not thoroughly washed your hands after having contact with the treats or any surfaces exposed to the products.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella may experience…
nausea
vomiting
diarrhea or bloody diarrhea
abdominal cramping
fever
Although rare, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including…
arterial infections
endocarditis (inflammation of the lining of the heart)
arthritis
muscle pain
eye irritation
urinary tract symptoms
If you have any of these signs after having contact with this product, contact your doctor immediately.
Pets with Salmonella infections may show…
lethargy
diarrhea or bloody diarrhea
fever
vomiting
Some pets may only experience a decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has had any of the affected products or is experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Friday, May 6, 2011
A vote for Eraser is a vote for honest government
Written by CP foster Eraser
Deer Mayor Eraser,
Where does I vote? N does my sisters git votes or is it only us boy dawgs dat kin vote?? If I votes early does I git to vote often as well? Kin I make up names n vote fur U wif da fake names? I always wanted to be called Super Cairn or Wonder Dawg or Studley Dudley or Fang. Jus let me no N I will vote fur U n tell my foser Bruther to vote fur you 2. If dem sisters kin vote you might have to ax dem uself coz dat Tia is a bossy person and does not always do I I tells her n my ears get chewd on if her git mad at me.
U faithful follower
Kringle in Ioway.
Eraser and Cindy U. are being fostered in Pennsylvania and you can learn more about them and the other cairns available for adoption by clicking here.
Deer Mayor Eraser,
Where does I vote? N does my sisters git votes or is it only us boy dawgs dat kin vote?? If I votes early does I git to vote often as well? Kin I make up names n vote fur U wif da fake names? I always wanted to be called Super Cairn or Wonder Dawg or Studley Dudley or Fang. Jus let me no N I will vote fur U n tell my foser Bruther to vote fur you 2. If dem sisters kin vote you might have to ax dem uself coz dat Tia is a bossy person and does not always do I I tells her n my ears get chewd on if her git mad at me.
U faithful follower
Kringle in Ioway.
Eraser and Cindy U. are being fostered in Pennsylvania and you can learn more about them and the other cairns available for adoption by clicking here.
Thursday, May 5, 2011
Keys Manufacturing Company, Inc. Recalls Pig Ears for Pet Treats Because Of Possible Salmonella Health Risk
Contact:
Company
217-465-4001
Media Contact
Dan Curry
312-970-1016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - May 3, 2011 - Keys Manufacturing Company, Inc. of Paris, IL is recalling Pig Ears for Pet Treats because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling dry pet food and/or treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products.
Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.
Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.
Pig Ears for Pet Treats was distributed via truck to distributors in the following states: Pennsylvania, Virginia, Missouri, Iowa, Ohio, Illinois, Florida, Kentucky, Michigan, Arkansas, Indiana, Louisiana, Texas and Minnesota.
The product was distributed in 100 count cases packed in cardboard boxes shipped between Sept. 27-Oct. 6, 2010; Nov. 1-Nov. 29, 2010; and Jan. 3-Jan. 25, 2011.
One illness to a dog in Missouri has been reported to date.
The recall is a result of a reported illness by a dog in Missouri. Subsequently, the company has been working with the FDA to identify any products that might contain the bacteria and the company and the FDA is continuing the investigation to determine what caused the problem.
Consumers who have purchased Pig Ears for Pet Treats are urged to return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. Consumers with questions may contact the company at 1-217-465-4001.
Old Dog In A Locket
Contributed by a CP Volunteer
Author unknown
Note from CP Blogger: Dedicated to those who have lost a friend
A Poem
Old Dog In A Locket
Old Dog In A Locket
Old dog in a locket. That lies next to my heart I will always love you As I did right from the start. You were right beside me Through the darkest of my days It was your kind and gentle nature That made me want to stay Now I hold you in my arms Your breath still warm against my hand Our hearts still beat together And I wonder if you understand. Through the hours that I held you Before the light did leave your soul I knew a way to keep you Forever in my hold. I snipped the hair from around your eyes So I would always see The beauty that surrounds me Even in times of need I snipped the hair from around your ears So I would always hear Music in the distance To quiet all my fears. I snipped the hair from around your back To bring me strength in time of need And the power in your essence Would always be with me. I snipped the hair from around your heart That beat in time with mine So I'd know your love would find me At some distant time. And so your life slipped out of mine On a quiet winter day But I knew that a part of you Was always here to stay. Old dog in a locket. That lays next to my heart I will always love Even though we had to part. Author Unknown |
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
Ask the Trainer: Fast Eaters
Lowcountry Dog Magazine
by Susan Marett on Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011 at 9:30am | filed in Ask the Trainer Training
The Problem: My 6 year old lab-husky mix Bailey gulps down his dinner in less than 2 minutes and swallows treats whole without chewing at all. He was rescued as a stray, he has been with us for 5 years but it seems as though he is still fearful of going hungry. Could this be harmful to him and if so, how do we get him to slow down AND chew?
The Solution:
Eating a meal too quickly can occasionally cause vomiting and in some cases can increase a dog's chances for bloat to occur. Bloat is also known as "gastric torsion" and can be life-threatening, so it is good to take some steps to slow our dogs down at mealtime.
One tried and true solution is to place a small barrier in the way of the dog so that he must eat around it. You can try placing a small stone, brick, or another smaller inverted bowl in his dish so that he takes longer to eat. There are also dog dishes on the market that accomplish this: one product is the "Brake Fast Dog Bowl." This bowl is available at most of our locally owned pet supply stores.
If you dog likes toys, you could also feed him all of his meals in food-dispensing toys such as the Buster Cube, Kong, Kibble Nibble Ball, and etc. This is fun for most dogs and good mental exercise as well. This will insure that he eats more slowly.
Last, you could simply feed him a little at a time -- filling the bowl with a handful of Kibble and letting him finish it -- then refilling the bowl with a little more. I'd also recommend that you add water to his food (if he's not eating out of toys). This will help with digestion!
With his dog treats, teach him to take the treats gently. Taking them gently will slow him down a little. You can give mostly soft treats as well so that digestion is easier.
If you have a question for Susan Marett of Purely Positive Dog Training, email your question to leah@lowcountrydog.com using the subject line: Ask A Trainer.
Susan Marett has 14 years of full time dog training experience. She has appeared on local radio show Pet Docs, the South Carolina Public Radio Business Review, and local TV Channels 4 and 5 to present training methods and answer questions on dog behavior. Susan has also authored numerous articles for local publications on training and behavioral issues, and spoken to Charleston area shelter and veterinary staff on behavioral problems.
Susan is also a Canine Good Citizenship Evaluator for the American Kennel Club and a trainer mentor for Animal Behavior College. Her dogs have titled in Agility and Rally Obedience, and earned Therapy Dog Certifications. Susan is an Honors College graduate of the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Film.
Learn more at www.purelypositive.com
by Susan Marett on Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011 at 9:30am | filed in Ask the Trainer Training
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The Solution:
Eating a meal too quickly can occasionally cause vomiting and in some cases can increase a dog's chances for bloat to occur. Bloat is also known as "gastric torsion" and can be life-threatening, so it is good to take some steps to slow our dogs down at mealtime.
One tried and true solution is to place a small barrier in the way of the dog so that he must eat around it. You can try placing a small stone, brick, or another smaller inverted bowl in his dish so that he takes longer to eat. There are also dog dishes on the market that accomplish this: one product is the "Brake Fast Dog Bowl." This bowl is available at most of our locally owned pet supply stores.
If you dog likes toys, you could also feed him all of his meals in food-dispensing toys such as the Buster Cube, Kong, Kibble Nibble Ball, and etc. This is fun for most dogs and good mental exercise as well. This will insure that he eats more slowly.
Last, you could simply feed him a little at a time -- filling the bowl with a handful of Kibble and letting him finish it -- then refilling the bowl with a little more. I'd also recommend that you add water to his food (if he's not eating out of toys). This will help with digestion!
With his dog treats, teach him to take the treats gently. Taking them gently will slow him down a little. You can give mostly soft treats as well so that digestion is easier.
If you have a question for Susan Marett of Purely Positive Dog Training, email your question to leah@lowcountrydog.com using the subject line: Ask A Trainer.
Susan Marett has 14 years of full time dog training experience. She has appeared on local radio show Pet Docs, the South Carolina Public Radio Business Review, and local TV Channels 4 and 5 to present training methods and answer questions on dog behavior. Susan has also authored numerous articles for local publications on training and behavioral issues, and spoken to Charleston area shelter and veterinary staff on behavioral problems.
Susan is also a Canine Good Citizenship Evaluator for the American Kennel Club and a trainer mentor for Animal Behavior College. Her dogs have titled in Agility and Rally Obedience, and earned Therapy Dog Certifications. Susan is an Honors College graduate of the University of South Carolina with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Film.
Learn more at www.purelypositive.com
Wacky Wednesday!
Wednesday is the day to be WACKY! Each week we will showcase a terrierific cairn picture with an appropriate caption. If you have a terrierific cairn and would like us to consider YOUR picture and caption for an upcoming "Wacky Wednesday" send it to us at cpcrnblog@gmail.com! (All photo submissions become the property of CPCRN and may be used for fundraising, promotion and/or outreach purposes.)
A big shout out to 18 year old Annie for being our Wacky Wednesday model this week!
Tuesday, May 3, 2011
Taming Tip from Taming the Wild Side Dog Training
Contributed by Terri Elkins, Owner / Trainer -Taming the Wild Side Dog Training
Note from from CP Blogger: We would like to thank Terri Elkins for allowing us to post her weekly taming tips on our blog. Her training facility is located in Fort Worth, Texas.
Each week we'll share a Taming Tip for you, your family and friends to do with your dog(s)! These tips will help teach your dog real world manners in a fun way. Leave us a comment and tell us how it went!
Taming Tip #11:
This week introduce your dog to at least five new people! As people approach, have your dog sit, and then the person they are saying hello to can pet them. Reward your dog with a treat for sitting and being nice. If your dog is a little timid when meeting strangers, have the person give them a treat and then they can pet your dog under their chin, if your dog is comfortable.
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Monday, May 2, 2011
Be Kind to Animals Week: May 1 to 7, 2011
American Humane Association
Join the event that’s been celebrated every year since 1915 -- American Humane’s Be Kind to Animals Week. In this annual tradition, we commemorate the role animals play in our lives, promote ways to continue to treat them humanely, and encourage others, especially children, to do the same.
Be Kind to Animals Week is celebrated with shelter information and resources, special American Humane merchandise, and the annual Be Kind to Animals™ Kid Contest that recognizes children who go above and beyond to create a better world for animals
And while Be Kind to Animals Week is celebrated only once a year, there are ways people can be kind to animals every day. Here’s how:
Speak out for animals
Get informed about policies and legislation that can impact the animals in your community and throughout the country. Also, register to receive Action Alerts from American Humane -- you’ll be able to speak out for animals with just the click of a mouse. Advocacy for animals can make a huge difference in their safety and well-being. Learn how.
Report animal abuse
Animal cruelty and abuse is not only tragic for animals, but also an indicator that other forms of abuse such as domestic violence could be happening. If you see something that looks suspicious -- a dog chained in your neighbor’s yard that looks underfed, a child putting a cat in a box and kicking it around the yard -- don’t hesitate. Let someone know. Learn how.
Appreciate wildlife
All animals deserve to be treated humanely -- family pets and animals in the wild. Create an inviting space in your yard and garden for butterflies, hummingbirds and other creatures. If wildlife comes too close to home, look for ways to coexist with animals or to protect your property humanely. Learn how.
Adopt a pet from a shelter or rescue
Every year, an estimated 3.7 million animals must be euthanized at our nation’s shelters because they could not be adopted into loving homes. Help animals find a second chance at happiness by adopting your next pet from your local shelter or rescue group. American Humane has tips to find the animal companion that’s right for you and develop a bond that will last a lifetime. Learn how.
Take care of your pet
Pets are like children who never grow up. They need you to help keep them healthy and safe throughout their lives. Keep your animal’s vaccinations up-to-date. Make sure he’s wearing proper identification. Take your pet to the veterinarian regularly. Know what it takes to be a responsible pet owner. Learn how.
Join the event that’s been celebrated every year since 1915 -- American Humane’s Be Kind to Animals Week. In this annual tradition, we commemorate the role animals play in our lives, promote ways to continue to treat them humanely, and encourage others, especially children, to do the same.
Be Kind to Animals Week is celebrated with shelter information and resources, special American Humane merchandise, and the annual Be Kind to Animals™ Kid Contest that recognizes children who go above and beyond to create a better world for animals
And while Be Kind to Animals Week is celebrated only once a year, there are ways people can be kind to animals every day. Here’s how:
Speak out for animals
Get informed about policies and legislation that can impact the animals in your community and throughout the country. Also, register to receive Action Alerts from American Humane -- you’ll be able to speak out for animals with just the click of a mouse. Advocacy for animals can make a huge difference in their safety and well-being. Learn how.
Report animal abuse
Animal cruelty and abuse is not only tragic for animals, but also an indicator that other forms of abuse such as domestic violence could be happening. If you see something that looks suspicious -- a dog chained in your neighbor’s yard that looks underfed, a child putting a cat in a box and kicking it around the yard -- don’t hesitate. Let someone know. Learn how.
Appreciate wildlife
All animals deserve to be treated humanely -- family pets and animals in the wild. Create an inviting space in your yard and garden for butterflies, hummingbirds and other creatures. If wildlife comes too close to home, look for ways to coexist with animals or to protect your property humanely. Learn how.
Adopt a pet from a shelter or rescue
Every year, an estimated 3.7 million animals must be euthanized at our nation’s shelters because they could not be adopted into loving homes. Help animals find a second chance at happiness by adopting your next pet from your local shelter or rescue group. American Humane has tips to find the animal companion that’s right for you and develop a bond that will last a lifetime. Learn how.
Take care of your pet
Pets are like children who never grow up. They need you to help keep them healthy and safe throughout their lives. Keep your animal’s vaccinations up-to-date. Make sure he’s wearing proper identification. Take your pet to the veterinarian regularly. Know what it takes to be a responsible pet owner. Learn how.
Sunday, May 1, 2011
Herb 'N' Living: Growing a Home Garden for Your Pet - Part 2
PetMD
Continued from yesterday, please scroll down for Part 1
Continued from yesterday, please scroll down for Part 1
Rosemary, another immune booster, is ideal for the indoor gardener, as long as it is trimmed regularly. Rosemary is one of the hardiest of the perennials, but it is prone to root rot if it is over watered. Care must be taken to keep the soil balanced.
And what pet-friendly garden would be complete without grass? A trip to your local health food store will find you a handful of wheat berries or barley grass seeds, which you can germinate in a rich soil. For the best results, cover the pot with plastic wrap and keep it in a dim location until the seeds have sprouted. You can then move it to a sunny spot within reach of your pet, and begin the next grass pot so that your pet always has a fresh supply. For an outdoor garden, set aside a grass plot just for your dog or cat to visit.
Many of these herbs bud beautiful flowers as they mature, making them wonderful additions to your living space. But if you wish to keep them growing longer through the year, you will want to remove the flower tops before they go to seed, since this signals to the plant that it is time to die.
In addition, grouping according to the herb’s type is not always necessary. Many plants will grow in harmony together, while others need to be cultivated, pruned regularly, or deflowered in their own space to prevent them from taking over the garden or dying. Another way to inhibit herb growth is to keep the plant in the pot when placing it in the ground or on your windowsill.
If you do plan on growing the herbs indoors, you will need a window that gets bright, indirect sun, or a fluorescent grow light. Keep in mind that even indoor plants are prone to pests. If necessary, spray your plants’ leaves with a water and soap mixture, or a chemical spray that is labeled for use with edible plants. Fertilizers must also be non-toxic and labeled as edible.
Now that you know how easy it is to grow an herb garden, we hope that you consult with your veterinarian about some other pet-friendly plants to add to your garden. You can also check out our articles: Ten Herbs to Improve Your Cat's Health and Eight Herbs to Improve Your Dog's Health.
Sunday Sweets
Sunday is full of SWEETS! Each week we will showcase the sweeter side of Cairns. If you have a sweet filled cairn and would like us to consider YOUR picture for an upcoming "Sunday Sweets" send it to us at cpcrnblog@gmail.com! (All photo submissions become the property of CPCRN and may be used for fundraising, promotion and/or outreach purposes.)
Logan Taylor (Pawley)
Kayla
Henry C
Gem
Biggie (aka Bridge)
Logan Taylor (Pawley)
Kayla
Henry C
Gem
Biggie (aka Bridge)
Saturday, April 30, 2011
Herb 'N' Living: Growing a Home Garden for Your Pet -Part 1
Pet MD
Some animal experts have asserted that pets intuitively eat plants according to their specific medicinal value -- that is, as long as they have several plants to choose from. The problem, however, is that we choose our plants for beauty rather than edibility. So when a pet has only household plants or landscaping to choose from, it can lead to something more serious than a bellyache, especially if the plants are toxic or sprayed with chemical pesticides and fertilizers. But, given the right plants to choose from, your pet will be able to treat itself and you won’t need to worry about potential side effects.
Whether you have a large yard space, a small four-foot by four-foot plot, or a windowsill, you can grow a healing garden for your cat or dog. Most of these plants are simple to grow and inexpensive to boot. Even better, many double as home remedies for you and your family.
So without further ado, here are a few tips that will earn you an honorary green thumb. For an outdoor garden, the burdock herb is an ideal plant. Known for its ability to treat allergies and digestive and kidney issues, the burdock is a traditional medicinal plant used worldwide. A rich soil works best, but be careful to not let this plant grow too large, for it will take over your entire garden when given the opportunity.
Milk thistle, good for liver disorders, is low on demands. It can be grown in wet or dry soil, and in a sunny or partly sunny location. However, remove the flowering heads to prevent it from becoming too weedy. Peppermint is another easy-to-grow herb. Go to the store, buy the plant, and place it in rich, moist soil -- that's it. Your pet will find the leaves of the peppermint herb, which does well in both sun and shade, useful for indigestion and nausea. Just don’t forget to cut the springs back regularly to encourage healthy growth.
The Astragalus herb, meanwhile, is useful for lowering blood pressure, decreasing blood sugar, improving digestion, and promoting healing. The Astragalus seeds need to be scratched before planting in a sandy soil. Similarly, garlic is a well-known immune booster. Garlic grass is easy to grow, indoors and outdoors, and can be started from a bulb bought at your local grocery store. Just push the cloves under a quality soil, pointed side up. Keep in mind that the garlic clove, eaten in large amounts, can make your dog ill, and it is toxic to cats. Garlic cloves should not be given to your cat under any circumstance, but the grass that grows from the clove can be nibbled on as your cat feels the need.
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