Tomorrow Ginger will turn 13 and we are so blessed to have her in our lives for as long as we have. I wanted to write a blog post on things that we have done to keep her as healthy as we can. These are things that are within in our control, however, Cavaliers are predisposed to many health problems some of which she has, but I will write a separate blog post discussing those..
With the Holiday Season upon us, many people purchase Poinsettia plants to decorate their homes. I remember reading years ago how dangerous Poinsettias were to cats and dogs and have pretty much banned them from my house. According to Growers Direct, the theory that is fairly well supported is that the myth of poinsettia toxicity began in Hawaii in 1919, when a two-year old child of an Army officer was discovered dead under a full-grown.
For the month of December, we decided to give treats a break and try a new toy instead. Although Ginger will be 13 this month, she still loves to play with toys so we decided to get her the All Kind Tug & Fetch No Squeak Bow Dog Toy. This toy comes in all shapes and sizes and you can purchase them in different colors too……….but because it’s December we went with green and red.
This Thursday is Thanksgiving which happens to be one of my favorite Holidays. It reminds us to be thankful of our many blessings. Thanksgiving is also a very busy time for Rover Sitters. Below are some tips on how to keep your pet and your guest safe. If you are expecting company, please remind them not to feed the dogs. The last thing you want is for your pet or guest pup to get sick. If.
For the month of November, we decided to try Merrick Fresh Kisses Double-Brush Mint Breath Strips Grain-Free Dental Dog Treats. I had two willing candidates who wanted to try the treats. Stella the Mauxie and Remy the Bichon-Frise. You can read Stella’s review of the coconut flavored ones on our Instagram. These treats are designed to freshen your dog’s breath. They are shaped like small tooth brushes and are made of a special blend to help fight.
Since I have owned Ginger, she has never worn a collar. She seemed to be very uncomfortable with it and it wasn’t until 2009 that she had to have decompression surgery due to a Chiari malformation which is common in Cavaliers. Chiari malformation can lead to a more serious problem called Syringomyelia. You can learn more about Syringomyelia (SM) and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel by clicking here Since then she has always worn a.
When we think of dental cleaning, we don’t always think about how important it can be for our pets. But keeping your pets teeth clean should be part of their daily hygiene. Just a few minutes of brushing a day can have a positive impact on their health. According to VetStreet, it’s estimated that 85 percent of all pets have periodontal disease by the time they are 3 years of age. Periodontal disease is a.
For the month of September, Chewy sent us PetKinds beef Tripe Treats. We wanted to give these a try because they are grain-free and I have never given Ginger, tripe or any snack that contains it. Listed below are benefits of the treats as per the company. They are protein-packed and are great for picky eaters and have a delicious scent your pal will love. These grain-free tripe treats absorb digestive juices and are a.
Last year I had a guest writer write about the importance of Pet Insurance. Some folks may find that it’s important, others may not. I know some people who have opted not to purchase pet insurance, when I asked them why, they just felt that there were too many sicknesses not being covered due to it being genetic, and/or the breed was predisposed to it. Other people I spoke to have instead opted to open up.
If your dog takes capsules like my dog does then you may be having some difficulty getting them to take and swallow it. Capsules are a bit difficult as they have no flavor and the texture may cause the dog not to eat it. The trick is to place the medication in a highly palatable food. You can certainly purchase ready made pill pockets that they sell but those can be an added expense. Below.
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