This new mulch is supposed to be good for the environment and is "all natural" but it is also very strongly fragrant of cocoa. The product is HIGHLY toxic to cats and dogs. This mulch is sold at garden supply stores. It is manufactured by Hershey's. Several deaths have happened from pets ingesting this product. You can do everything in your power and if your neighbor has this mulch out and your pet gets loose, it is super dangerous. The levels of theobromine are lethal. The pets go into convulsions and die. And the worst part is that this product has absolutely no warnings on it, though there are some brands that do have disclaimers. It is better to be safe than sorry and keep your pets away from any cocoa mulch!
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Sunday, May 26, 2013
Warning!
All dog lovers should know that chocolate is bad for their dogs. Dogs cannot handle it. But now there is a threat that you may not have thought of. Mulch.
Monday, May 20, 2013
Vet Visits
Bella |
Bella, post medication roll....and belly rubs. |
I dunno about you, but putting a metal tube near my dog's eye made me nervous. The first time or two, it was okay. Bella didn't fight the medication and I didn't have to hold her eye open too much. And then the medication started to help.....I think. I don't know what to think, but suddenly she seemed to see the tube coming at her eye and would slam her eyelids shut like Fort Knox. She didn't paw me, or pull away, she just shut her eyes as if they were super glued shut. She still has a film across her eye, and she still lets it loll into the back of her head like a half zombie, but I think it's getting better.
Long story short, lots of dogs have allergies and the preventative---such as the flea medication she's on year round----is much easier than clearing up the aftermath of a full blown episode. If your dog is acting uncomfortable, they probably are. Just because they don't have words doesn't mean they don't talk. Whining, loss of appetite, excessive sleeping, chewing at their behinds/paws/legs, or pawing at their ears/eyes are all signs of allergies. If there is a change in your dog's behavior, please watch and see what they are trying to tell you. After all, dogs are people too.
Puppies!
My good friend's dog had puppies. Her dog is a rescue dog and fortunately they are very happy to have mama and a litter. I just had to share the adorable lovelies!
And that is my dose of doggie sweetness for the day.
And that is my dose of doggie sweetness for the day.
Saturday, May 4, 2013
A new dog treat recipe
Bella doing her pirate imitation, "Arrrrrrr" |