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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Socialize your pet Socialize your petInsure the Safety of Both Animals and Yourself. To start, make certain that the new animal will be safe. Place the new pet in a pet carrier or some other sturdy structure that prohibits the dog from actually physically contacting the 3 quick steps to a healthier dog 3 quick steps to a healthier dog Naturally we all want whatever is best for our pet. Sometimes because of our hectic schedules, we tend to put our dog’s care at the bottom of our never ending list or it just becomes a habit of chores we perform daily without giving it to much thought. We stumble out of bed A Great Family Dog A Great Family Dog A breed of dog named the Boxer is known to be very family-friendly and they enjoy being around people. You should treat them as family members. Never underestimate their need for human companionship; this is one of the most notable traits of this breed. Disaster preperation for pets Disaster preperation for pets Just like with personal emergencies, being ready for a disaster will ensure the survival of your dog. If there is a tornado or an earthquake, you will not have any power for up to several weeks. It’s important for you and your dog to |
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Pet Tips
Pet Emergency responseDespite your best attempts to prevent emergencies, sometimes they just happen. Experts say that remaining calm is the most important thing you can do when you dog is injured or ill. If you lose control, you are putting both you and your dog in a bigger danger. Instead, stop for a moment, breathe, and observe the situation. Before rushing to your dog, collect yourself. There are many dog owners who have been injured or killed because panicked too much and rushed into the street after an injured dog. Be careful.First, find out if your dog is seriously injured or ill. If so, then you need to stabilize him. If he has been hit by a car, stop traffic to get him out of the way. Maybe you will need help with this. Flag down the cars on the other side of the street and ask them to block the road while you move your dog. Find a gauze or a strip of cloth to tie around his muzzle, because he may act aggressively toward you due to his pain and fear. Take special care when you move him, because he might have a neck injury. To support his weight, find a large, sturdy piece of wood or a sheet. With help, carefully maneuver him onto the board or taut sheet. Be gentle and do not jostle him. Access your dog’s condition once he is out of danger. Is he conscious, bleeding or in pain? If he is bleeding, to stem the blood flow, apply direct pressure to the wound. If he is having difficulty breathing, check his mouth to remove any foreign objects, and then perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Perform CPR if you cannot get a pulse. To find out about the proper way to administer CPR and mouth-to –mouth resuscitation, talk to your vet. He or she may refer you to a canine first aid training class. Gently load your dog into your car, once he has been stabilized. To let the staff members know that you are on your way, call your vet or the closest emergency clinic. Let them know as much information about what has happened to your dog as possible, and when you will be arriving. To be sure that there is no problem with payment, bring a checkbook or a major credit card with you. To monitor your dog’s condition while you are driving, bring a friend or a neighbor with you. Share this article on Pet Emergency response with friends. 
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