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Keep Your Pet Safe this Valentine’s Day
Lavish your pet with lots of love but keep the treats and flowers out of their reach! Valentine’s Day is typically filled with gifts of chocolates, flowers and candy. However, these gifts can be very harmful to our canine and feline loved ones. Chocolate is especially a hazard this time of year, dogs seem to love the taste as much as we do. Unfortunately, the fat and caffeine derivatives (methylxanthines) commonly cause intestinal problems (vomiting and diarrhea), and can cause panting, hyperactivity, seizures and heart problems leading to death. The darker the chocolate, the more toxic, with baking chocolate being the most dangerous. Another toxic food ingredient that has recently been shown to cause liver failure and is highly toxic to dogs is xylitol, a sugar substitute used in some chewing gums and sugar-free baking products.
Many flower and plant varieties are poisonous or harmful to pets. Different plants and flowers have varied effects. Some of the more popular varieties that may be found around Valentine’s Day are: Baby’s Breath, Chrysanthemums, Daffodils, various Lilies, Ferns, Hyacinth, Hydrangea, Impatiens, Lily-of-the-Valley, Rubber plants, and Tulips. Cats, especially, find grass-like plants irresistible and have access to just about everywhere. Lilies are particularly deadly to cats. There are many more flowers and plants that can cause upset and even death to your pet, so please be aware to keep all varieties of flora and fauna away from them.
Esme
My wife and I will always remember the date,December 3 2011. That is the day we brought home Esme. Now when my wife on that day introduced herself to Esme, she received a rather cold reception, in fact Esme attacked her hand. We realized the the chance of adoption for her was slim, in fact she had been one of the longest to have been at the CCHS. We took her home. We had set up her own area in our computer room, food water litter box to give her time to adjust at her own pace. For six weeks she stayed in that room, in fact under a table. We made contact with her every day, made sure she was cared for and was comfortable. Very slow progress but we kept at it. Esme first accepted Lisey (Former Jewel from CCHS)and started to come out and look around. Love and patience has its rewards. Today Esme has accepted the rest of the gang and often chases Lisey down the hallway. At night she sleeps on our bed and although she remains independent, when she wished attention can be quite
affectionate.We have no regrets at all in having to take her home with us. She now is a part of our family and we are happy to have her. Just a word to all those looking for a friend from the CCHS. All of the animals in their care want a forever home, no matter how friendly they are or are not. Time, love and patience has its rewards. Tell the volunteers what you are looking for in regards to, do you have children,other animals,perhaps a lap cat and so on. Let them help you make your decision. When you arrive home, understand some animals take a long time to adjust, be loving and patient. We are so happy to have Esme as a forever friend. Thank you to all the folks at CCHS for caring.
Econo Cares
Econo cares for our community and our shelter animals. CCHS volunteer, Roger Woods, graciously accepted a check for over $1900.00 from Econo Foods Supervior – Colin Gifford and book keeper – Dennece Robeson this week. This incredible donation is part of their “Econo Cares – Register Grocery Receipt Program”. CCHS earns 1% on the total of grocery receipts collected and thanks to all of you for giving us your receipt, CCHS turned in the most receipts again this year! YAY! Keep saving those Econo Food Receipts and Our Family Bar Codes for CCHS, because together we can make a difference for the animals!
Happy Tails
Brought Sonic (Nikki) home just three days ago. She’s wonderful and very smart – exactly the dog we were looking for to add to the pack! She’s fitting in with our dogs perfectly, as you can see by the photo. Thanks!
February is National Pet Dental Health Month
Your pet needs dental care too – regular, professional care from your veterinarian, as well as care at home from you can help keep your pet healthy and happy. Oral disease is the most frequently diagnosed health problem for pets. An astounding 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of oral disease by age 3, according to the American Veterinary Dental Society.
Oral Disease Can Lead to Other Health Problems
- Bleeding gums
- Tooth loss
- Inflammation and infection of the gums can lead to heart, liver and kidney damage. In an alarming new study, gum disease, which can occur in up to 75 percent of dogs and cats by middle age, has been linked to the occurrence of heart disease.
HOW TO BRUSH YOUR PET’S TEETH AT HOME
STEP 1: Introduce a brushing program to pets gradually. Avoid over-restraining your pet and keep brushing sessions short and positive. A cat or small dog can be held in your lap. Praise and reassure your pet throughout the process.
STEP 2: At first, dip a finger into beef bouillon for dogs or tuna water for cats. Rub the soaked finger gently over the pet’s mouth and teeth. Make the initial sessions short and positive.
STEP 3: Gradually introduce gauze over the finger and gently scrub the teeth in a circular motion.
STEP 4: Finally, you can introduce a soft toothbrush designed for pets. Use a sensitive or ultra-soft brush designed for people or a brush designed for pets. Special pet toothbrushes are available from your veterinarian or specialty pet store. Don’t use toothpaste designed for people because it could upset the animal’s stomach.
Information Source: http://www.oxyfresh.com/news/ha_pet_gum_disease.asp http://www.petdental.com
