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Does my dog have Addison disease?

Dogo@purebredpups.org (Dogo) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:08:28 GMT

Dog's Addison disease occurs generally when your dog is under heavy stress. This disease is more common in dogs than in humans and it happens more often in female dogs. The dog's adrenal glands stop working properly. These glands regulate the way a dog's body controls levels of water, sugar and salt. There are two hormones normally deficient in dogs with Addison disease: cortisol and aldosterone. Cortisol helps to deal with stress besides converting food into energy and managing the inflammatory response of the dog's immune system. Dogs with Addison disease can experience low body temperature, muscle weakness, collapse, low heart rate, etc. Temperature that falls below 99 degrees or rises above 104 degrees Fahrenheit requires immediate attention. You can take your dog's temperature with ThermoPet and contact your veterinarian. In most cases Addison disease it's hereditary. If you discover the disease ahead of time though pills and injection can help keep your dog healthy. Most dogs are able to survive the crisis.

Can I give my dog aspirin?

Dogo@purebredpups.org (Dogo) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:07:47 GMT

Aspirin can affect dogs as much as it affects humans. It causes renal failure and affects the circulatory system. However, if you give your dog the right dosage it'll alleviate pain, reduce fever* and inflammation. Make sure you take your dog's temperature with thermoPet, the only non-contact dog's thermometer I know of. Ask your vet about the right dosage to give to your dog. Aspirin can be very toxic. Some symptoms might include anxiety, blood vomiting, diarrhea, loss of appetite, extreme thirst, etc. Have a watchful eye if your dog shows any of these symptoms or you suspect your dog has aspirin poisoning. Keep aspirin out of your dog's reach. Don't ever leave your purse on the floor if you have any medications inside.

*www.thermopet.com

A thermometer for dogs

Dogo@purebredpups.org (Dogo) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:06:02 GMT

Your doggy will love it since is non-contact. I purchased this thermometer at Amazon for $89.99 USA dollars and thought was a good investment since there is nothing like it out there. I read on a website that the only way to know if your dog has a fever is by taking his rectal temperature* but that's not true. I searched on Google bar for a dog's thermometer and this one came out. It takes your doggy's temp without touching your pet. Due to the toxic risks of mercury, glass thermometers aren't that popular any more. If you have a mercury thermometer, you should get rid of it&dispose it properly. It's very poisonous. Don't use your thermometer on your dog. I have tried it and it never gives accurate results. You should never give human medications to your dog either. They react differently to it.

Which dog's breeds are hypoallergenic?

Dogo@purebredpups.org (Dogo) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 14:04:15 GMT

Usually people are allergic to dogs with lots of hair. However, some people are allergic to dog saliva and urine. The best way to find out if you are allergic to certain type of dog is trying being around it for some time. You might need to spend at least a week with the dog you are purchasing and observe how you react to it. Keeping your dog in the patio, bathing your pet weekly, keeping your pet away from the furniture, washing your hands after touching your dog, and using allergy-reducing sprays might help. Nonetheless, no matter how much you wash your curtains or vacuum your floor, if your allergies are killing you the best thing is not to have a dog at all. Generally the symptoms involved with allergies are itchy eyes, red itchy skin or a rash, fever*, runny nose, and asthma symptoms. Children get more incidents of cold and asthma when allergic to dogs. There might be a type of dog you are not allergic to. The question is which one? You are on your own to find out. Good luck!

*www.thermopet.com

Does your doggie have bad breath?

Dogo@purebredpups.org (Dogo) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:54:11 GMT

Try brushing your pet's teeth regularly and provide your dog with a healthy diet. Some people give their dogs treats that help remedy bad breath. However, a healthy diet will not only eliminate displeasing odors but it will also promote your dog's health*. Some people recommend a raw diet as this is what dogs are designed to eat. Most commercial food has artificial color, salt, sugar and flavoring added to make your dog eat it. Dogs get addicted to junk food just like humans. Brushing your dog's teeth will also help as it'll stop bacteria from entering the bloodstream and spread to your dog's kidney, liver, heart, and at times the brain. Usually small breeds are the ones that have unhealthy teeth. Oral diseases in dogs can affect their immune system and reduce their ability to fight infections. Therefore your doggie is left exposed to infections. Bad breath is a symbol of bad health. Any preventive* care will help you save some bucks!

* www.thermopet.com

How do I know when my dog is ready to give birth?

Dogo@purebredpups.org (Dogo) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:51:39 GMT

The first thing you do is monitoring the temperature regularly and specially 4 days before the due day. It takes about 58-63 days from the time your dog was bred. Your dog's temperature* is supposed to drop down to 98. The normal body temperature of a dog is 101.5° F. She will probably vomit and stop eating. She'll be restless and seeking for a quiet place to have her puppies. However, she'll have no pain from contractions. Some people recommend preparing a box for her to have her pups. About 24 hours before the labor milk is produced. Be prepared to assist the mother when giving birth, if necessary, and remove the covering membranes from the puppy, clean the face and also remove mucus from face and nose so that the pups will be able to breathe. Applying iodine at the end of the umbilical cord might help to prevent infection. It's not healthy for the mother to eat most of the placentas. She might have diarrhea for a few days. There is about 30 to 60 minutes between births. The mother rests a little after each birth. The room temperature* should be no less than 70° F and cold floors should be avoided.

*www.thermopet.com

What can you give your dog for an upset stomach?

Dogo@purebredpups.org (Dogo) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:47:55 GMT

Let your dog take a 24 hour break when he has upset stomach. After that give him some boil rice and skinless chicken. Yogurt and cottage cheese will help the inflamed intestines. You can also mix Gatorade into the dog's water bowl. Animals, unlike humans stop drinking when they feel sick. You need to do everything in your power to avoid dehydration. Some symptoms of upset stomach are lethargy, vomiting, persisting high fever*, increased thirst, abdominal pain, constipation, and loss of appetite. If your dog remains sick and refuses to drink fluids a trip to the vet might be your last option. Most dogs overeat and like eating rubbish. They have no idea of what tastes good or bad. They just try everything they find on their way. Dogs have a less developed sense of taste. However, their sense of smell is more developed than humans. They can get a lot of information through their sense of smell. Dogs are meat lovers. However, they can't make a difference between the different types of meat. If your dog eats pork there is a risk of your dog being infected with food borne disease called trichinellosis. This disease is caused by an intestinal roundworm. Trichinellosis isn't that common in USA. Your dog should be fine if you avoid raw or undercooked meat. Nevertheless, chocolate, onions, caffeine, raw eggs, wild mushrooms, raw fish, fried food, cornmeal, and nutmeg will also make your doggie's stomach upset.

* www.thermopet.com

Is your doggie drinking water?

Dogo@purebredpups.org (Dogo) — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 13:43:22 GMT

Just like humans most pets don't like drinking water or they might just simply forget. They usually like fresh water so adding a couple of ice cubes to the water might help and also in order to provide a better taste try giving them some filtered water. If your doggie is very sick try giving him/her some beef or chicken broth. They love how it tastes. Dogs should drink 1/2 to 1 ounce of water per pound of body weight per day. Every time you take your dogs for a walk take some water with you. You should contact your Vet if your dog is under or over drinking. That could be a sign of illness. Beware of contaminated water. There is a parasite called Giardia found in a ponds, lakes, and puddles. This disease is called beaver fever and it affects humans and pets. Some symptoms are vomiting, diarrhea, and low grade fever (www.thermopet.com). This parasite robs the intestines of essential nutrients during digestion. It can also cause allergies. Consult your Vet and ask about the new vaccine to treat this condition.

Volunteer Saints

volunteersaints@purebredpups.org (volunteersaints) — Mon, 12 Apr 2010 11:23:32 GMT

I have two saint bernards that are still puppies that I am planning on breeding next spring. I love Dog's, namely Saint's, I find them to be just awesome in ever way. I cannot wait to have my own litter and raise these beautiful Dog's. My husband and I only have 2 Saints for the time being. "Bentley" is our male. He is a rough coat Saint that has a full Mask. "Lexus" is our female Saint, she is a smooth coat and also has a full mask. I hope you take time to look at our pictures and if you are interested in a Puppy or Stud Service for next year. Let me know. Thanks :)

New Additions!!!!

ACDnAPBTmomma@purebredpups.org (ACDnAPBTmomma) — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 14:19:29 GMT

Well, my ACD had her puppies on February 16th 2010. The first one was born at 821pm and the last one was born at 1208am. They are 1/2 ACD 1/2 APBT. They already have names. The two males are Gibbous (because his eye patch looks like a 3/4 moon) and Suez (Zeus spelled backwards; 1st born). The females have been named: Love (has a perfect heart spot between eye and ear; last born), Patchie (only has a small black patch near her eye), Faith, Sage and Hope. Faith, Sage and Hope all look alike. Right now they are 9 days old and white with a very faint hint of blue color. All have blue coloring on their paws. I believe that they will be faint blue color if not dark blue (like a true blue ACD).

Jordyalan Pet Photo Contest

Jordyalan@purebredpups.org (Jordyalan) — Sun, 21 Feb 2010 02:48:47 GMT

Send us your best pet photo, we will add them and one winner will be chosen each month.
The winners will win a large featured advertising spot for their pet (biography + photo) or business (logo + biography) on our home page for the entire next month!!
We now have a Voting form so the winner can now be chosen by you the pet lovers of the world!.

See The Latest Entries Now&VOTE for your favorite photo.

www.jordyalanbordercollies.com/photocontest.cfm

Ace

ace146@purebredpups.org (ace146) — Sat, 20 Feb 2010 14:23:07 GMT

Ace is a show dog who has his CGC, and RN titles.

Ace is on dogchannel.com tha link is www.dogchannel.com/blog/viewbio.aspx?apid=163870

Send me a comment =) ?

Join us At Sunflower Market 4 Cones For A Cause!

SinCityTreats@purebredpups.org (SinCityTreats) — Thu, 15 Oct 2009 20:55:26 GMT

We will be at the Sunflower Market On Rainbow/Flamingo with them supporting Breast cancer awareness.
Dryers ice cream cones for you and Our "IScream 4 a Cure"
dog cones! All profits go to breast cancer Awareness!
Oct. 23rd noon-4 pm. We will have a raffle for a Birthday Pawrty for your pup! Guess the Bonez&More fun than you can bark at!
Hope to see all you Vegas Pups there!

Romeo's new friend!

RomeezMommy@purebredpups.org (RomeezMommy) — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 07:00:15 GMT

Hi, my name is Romeo. My Mommy took me to the park yesterday and I met this beautiful little pup named Little Bit. She was a gorgeous dark brown with lighter brown markings on her face and paws. She was shy at first but after a while of me sniffing her and licking her she warmed up to me. She smelled sooooo good it nearly drove me insane! My Mommy said it was because she was going out of heat. I don't know what this means yet, my Mommy told me she'd tell me when I'm older. We played and played I was eshausted when I got home. I can't wait to go back to the park again!!!!! Romeo

Separation anxiety

RomeezMommy@purebredpups.org (RomeezMommy) — Tue, 04 Aug 2009 15:24:29 GMT

I left my baby, Romeo with my sister today so I could drop her off at the vet. My sister's Chih, Juliet broke her leg and I told her I'd drop her off on my way to work. Romeo goes everywhere with me, even work. My sister called me about an hour after I left and said ROMEO was sitting on the back of her couch staring out the window looking for me. I think he gets upset with me when I leave him. I miss him as much as he misses me he is like my little sidekick. He just brightens my day so much! WWhen I did get home after only four hours he was soooo happy to see me! He just kissed and kissed me! It's so nice to be loved so much!!!

Chih-Chih Comfort

RomeezMommy@purebredpups.org (RomeezMommy) — Fri, 17 Jul 2009 15:24:18 GMT

I recently lost my pit bull, named Rage. When I came home and found she had passed, I cried all night. My Chihuahua, Romeo stayed right by my side and licked the tears from my eyes and cuddled with me the whole time. Chihuahuas choose one person to bond with for life and prefer human company to other dogs. I am thankful that I got him before she passed because he was so sweet and comforting! I still miss my Rage but I have lots of wonderful memories with her.

Dogs Don't Look Both Ways

janeboha@purebredpups.org (janeboha) — Sat, 23 May 2009 21:14:54 GMT

Hello, friends.

My name is Joey, and I'm a chocolate Labrador Retriever with my own blog. A few months ago I was taken to the emergency room of the animal hospital after I dug my way under our fence and out into the street and got hit by a car. While I was in the hospital, and since then, I've heard children and adults ask many questions about us dogs.

With my mom's help, I have a lot of pictures on my blog, and provide a lot of information for children and adults, so that dog owners and dog lovers can learn about us dogs, and how to care for a dog and a pet that has been wounded, injured, or is ill.

I have heard the expression, "Dog is man's best friend" and I think that man is a dog's best friend, too. So my blog is dedicated to our friendship!

Do you love dogs? Do you want to be my friend? If so, please visit my blog at www.dogsdontlookbothways.com.

The Culinary K9

SinCityTreats@purebredpups.org (SinCityTreats) — Wed, 20 May 2009 21:23:36 GMT

We are a small family owned treat bakery, specializing in all natural ingredients, eco friendly packaging and spoinging your pampered pooch.
Visit our site for more pictures.
Thanks!
http://www.theculinaryk9.com

April 2009 News

Jordyalan@purebredpups.org (Jordyalan) — Mon, 27 Apr 2009 22:49:25 GMT

Well we are still waiting for Elsa to come into season and are looking forward to a successful mating with the adorable Bundy once she is ready. We are looking forward to having babies in the house again soon!!.
My husband Tony does all the hard work for the puppies as my disease does not allow me anymore to be as hands on as I would like. I get to do all the paperwork and have lots of cuddles and he does all the rest (I love him so much for wanting to help me still keep on breeding this wonderful breed). My Disease is a Mitochondrial Cytopathy
- Disorders of Oxidative Phosphorylation and ß-Oxidation Primer:
Please keep an eye on our website for the news of our hopefully upcoming and impending litter in 2009!!!
"Happy Border Collie Loving" Wanda from Jordyalan Border Collies. www.jordyalanbordercollies.com/

A vote for chloe is a Vote well spent!

aliciav24@purebredpups.org (aliciav24) — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:13:55 GMT

I'm in the running for Modern Dog's photo Contest. Take a few seconds out to vote for me at:

http://www.moderndogmagazine.com/photocontest/dogs/09/03/19/chloe

Puppy Power

aliciav24@purebredpups.org (aliciav24) — Wed, 04 Mar 2009 10:58:05 GMT

I actually started a blog already but have provided the link. It's updated weekly. I'm a first time dog owner. I've owned cats when I was a kid and have two lovebirds but I've never had a dog before Chloe. She's brought so much love and happiness in our lives and I wanted to share with other dog lovers, owners, and everyone just how wonderful she is. She's a purebred American Pit Bull. She's going to be pretty big when she gets older because she's what's considered a "bully Pit Bull." I want everyone to know that these dogs are not harmful to people. People are harmful to people and it's the owner's fault if their dog attacks humans. I want everyone to know that she is a loving dog and I want to show that if you raise a dog right, they will grow up to be loving companions no matter what their breed is.
http://apupnamedchloe.blogspot.com/

My Puppy

Sierra101@purebredpups.org (Sierra101) — Sat, 28 Feb 2009 12:57:56 GMT

I love my puppy mia. She is a great dog and she is very smart. Her and the cat dn't get alng but, they will soon hopefully.

Yorkshire Terrier

quickcutters@purebredpups.org (quickcutters) — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 10:18:00 GMT

My passion is the pure bred Yorkshire Terrier breed, I have had up to 10 at one time I don't advise this but just to many to beable to give them one on one attention. Thats not counting baths and grooming.

I do all this myself. I love everyone that i have had. I have also had a few litters and was very proud of them all.

You can check out my web page and there's a lot of information on there with some pictures of my babies.

http://www.squidoo.com/purebredyorkies4life

I am going to update it with a lot more information i just wonder what all my friends around on the site would want to know about. You can let me know if you like.

This is my first time writing here so hope to met some people, feel free to email me.

Happy Holidays to everyone.

Poor little Yorkie

sands904@purebredpups.org (sands904) — Mon, 15 Sep 2008 19:23:38 GMT

My husband and I visited our local shelter on Saturday looking for another dog to adopt. The first little one we saw was a female Yorkie. She had just been brought in the day before because her owners had used a childs elastic hair band to hold her mouth shut because she would not stop barking and crying for attention. Her muzzle had been shaved and there was a red scar all the way around it where the band had grown into her skin. It was terrible. I still can't believe all of the horrible things people do to their dogs.

We really wanted to adopt her but the lady there said it was likely she was going to go back to her owners who did this to her. That poor little dog. I am sure they have not changed their ways and will not love her and care for her any better than they did when they put the band around her mouth. She did have a loud bark and cry but we were their for over half an hour and she only seemed to make noise when people walked with other dogs. I think she just wanted some attention. We have our application all ready in case she doesn't have to go back to her family. I will keep you all posted...

Need a Tea cup Yorky or a Morky!

jen@purebredpups.org (jen) — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 13:34:19 GMT

I just got all happy because someone on buy and sell.com emailed me and said that they had a yorky for $120.00 and lived in my state! Theay asked me some questions and asked me to reply asap! I did and I got no response! If anyone knows or is selling any Yorkies or Morkies for under $400.00 please contact me! thankyou!Jen