26April2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Events!! Get your groove on...
Friday, May 2, 2008!
MARLINS VS. PADRES, 7:10PM
DOLPHIN STADIUM
Tickets are:
$12 Adults $6 Kids $6 Dogs
100% of the money from all dog tickets will benefit
the Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet
For Tickets and Information, Contact The Humane Society
of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet at (305) 749-1833 or email
Betsy at betsy@humanesocietymiami.org
12April2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
My uphoria is short lived. I understand that the ordinance that passed on Thursday only will cover the City of Miami. That means that the dogs outside of this area will still be tethered or penned for 24/7 without consequences to their owners. That is why it is very important that you help with the petitions. I know I am asking a lot from you but consider the price these dogs pay because no one seems to care. Please do all you can to help these dogs that are often ignored, do not receive food or water and are exposed to the rain, sun and thunder.
We need a tethering ordinance for the entire county of Miami Dade to have happier, safer, healthier pet communities. We have until April 30th to send in as many signatures as we can to show the county that dogs deserve better. If you need another copy of the petition please let me know and I will send it to you.
Thank you.
Norma Santana
Dogs Deserve Better Inc.
Chiquita’s TLC Pet Sitting Service
www.chiquitastlcpetsitting.com
9April2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
FORT LAUDERDALE – Join PetSet for the 7th annual Moonlight and Martinis event on April 18th from 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM. This year the exciting event will be held at the beautiful Fort Lauderdale Grande Hotel & Yacht Club located at 1881 SE 17th Street in Fort Lauderdale. Moonlight and Martinis is one of PetSet’s most popular fundraisers and it promises to shake you up while you enjoy sipping on some delicious martinis. Chaired by PetSet Board Members Brooke Gettler, Tara Kriss and Susan Penrod, the ladies hope that you will attend and bring your friends, as all money raised goes to support the homeless animals at the Humane Society of Broward County. In addition to an exotic menu of martinis available, guests will enjoy two complimentary cocktails, delectable hors d’oeuvres and be able to bid on fabulous items in the silent auction, all while enjoying live entertainment. In addition, models who have be styled by Fernando Castano of Zasa Salon Day Spa, will be wearing the latest fashions by Emilio Pucci and mingling amongst the party goers.
Ticket prices are $30 for PetSet members, $40 for guests, and $50 if you would like to join PetSet and attend. Moonlight and Martinis is proudly sponsored by Premier Beverage, Land Shark Lager, Xellent, The Gettler Family Foundation – Brooke & Ben Gettler, Fort Lauderdale Grande Hotel & Yacht Club, Zasa Salon, Emilio Pucci and Purina ONE. Make your reservation today at www.petset.org or call 954-266-6827.
PetSet is the new generation of young adults in South Florida who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of animals by raising funds and awareness for the Humane Society of Broward County. PetSet currently has an established membership of over 1,200 with the majority of members comprised of individuals between the ages of 21 and 45 in Broward, Dade, and Palm Beach counties. The Humane Society of Broward County is a private, non-profit organization that is funded by donations.
8April2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book; Pet Gazette.
Today, there is an article on the cover of the Metro & State section in The Herald entitled ‘Budget cuts doom new pet shelter’. This is not accurate. There was a lot of information discussed at the Public Health and Safety Budget workshop on April 3, 2008 regarding budget cuts and the new facility and that can be viewed online at www.miamidade.gov. Here are the facts:
1. Over the last 2 ½ years, we have done an exhaustive search for vacant land in an appropriate location
2. We have researched the option of retrofitting a warehouse
3. Our current plan is to build a brand new animal shelter on the existing property and phase construction
4. Once completed, there will be ample parking
5. We have completed the programming and schematics for a 68,000 square foot building
I know there are many people who support Animal Services and are passionate about the new facility. I hope this clarifies the inaccurate information printed today. A letter to the editor will be published this week. Thanks for caring and I hope this prevents a lot of complaint letters!
29March2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
Unfortunately, Representative Peter Nehr was NOT able to find a sponsor for the Emotional Support Animal bill in the Florida Senate. Evidently not enough people contacted the state’s Select Committee on Condominiums to get any action on the bill for this year. We will start a campaign in late August of this year to try to find a sponsor in the Florida Senate for the 2009 legislative session. Even without passage of a bill this year, we are seeing a trend toward greater acceptance of Emotional Support Animals (read more below).
We have 17,628 petition signatures – growing, but slowly. Do whatever you can to help us get more signatures, either online or on paper. Please note that our new dedicated phone number, with our own Citizens for Pets in Condos voice-mail, is 954.366.4555. This number is now displayed prominently on our web site. Since we are operating on VERY limited funds, our “business cards” will still have the old number until we reorder cards and also on previously printed copies of our brochure.
New info on the legal info section of our web page:
According to Gary A. Poliakoff, head of the Becker and Poliakoff law firm, “…The Courts and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) have interpreted the [federal Fair Housing Act] to allow not only trained service animals, but also emotional support animals. Proposed HUD Rules on the subject will vastly expand the definition of those pets allowed to such an extent, that if approved, will pretty much eviscerate no pet restrictions…” (reference: Absentee owners, language barrier make quorum hard, special to the Palm Beach Post, 3/26/08, third letter down).
Poliakoff further elaborates on the increasing trend to allow Emotional Support Animals in “Prescription Pets,” Common Ground, January/February 2008, including a reference to a 2004 California appeals court case that found in favor of a dog owner because “the innate qualities of a dog, in particular, a dog’s friendliness and ability to interact with humans, made it therapeutic.” The article states that, “Recent court decisions have loosened the standard for pets to be considered ‘trained’ to meet the needs of a disable person and, thus, protected by law.
7March2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Events!! Get your groove on...
Once again Florida Pet Book is the ONLY South Florida Pet Magazine at this major event which took place at Esplanade Park on Saturday, March 1st! Be sure to stay tuned for our event pictures coming soon to this space. Also be sure to check out Jen Wlyde on the cover of the current edition of the Florida Pet book available online at www.floridapetbook.com or at a site near you…
checkout the pics!
26February2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Events!! Get your groove on...
It was a great Saturday (Feb 24th) as Florida Pet Book was the ONLY South Florida Pet Magazine present at the Humane Society of Greater Miami’s Walk for the Animals. Emcee was Kelly Craig from NBC6. Thanks go to Laurie Hoffman for all her hard work and working with us for the adoption of shelter pets.
It was a great event and thousands of Florida Pet Books were distributed thanks to all that helped out!
12February2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
Hi Everyone,
Our shelter pets are doing fine and we are still waiting for the viral test results. We expect them at any time. As I said, the bacteria was confirmed as Strep zoo and it is sensitive to penicillins and cephalexin.
We have taken this opportunity to do major industrial cleaning and the drains in the west wing will be done tomorrow. We are planning on resuming normal operations on Wednesday. Spay/neuter surgery for adoption returns began today and rescue surgeries will start tomorrow.
Thank you to all of you for your support and cooperation. We will be sending out a summary e-mail once we have all the test results and have compiled all information.
Sincerely,
Dr. Sara Pizano
8February2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
Here is the latest update from Miami-Dade Animal Services with information on the infections that caused the Cancellation of the Feb 8th event:
* These are the cases we suspect so far:
- 12 either died or were euthanized in the shelter-all were between 8 months and 6 years old strays
- 2 in rescue were euthanized and 1 died in rescue
- 1 adopter had to euthanize
* There have been no deaths due to this infection in the shelter since yesterday afternoon
* The preliminary culture results show heavy growth of the bacteria Streptococcus although the specific type has not been identified yet
* It is important to realize that there may be other pathogens involved but test results are not complete yet
* Because we have a confirmed bacteria, every dog/puppy in the shelter received an antibiotic shot this morning
* Adoptions are closed
* We continue to assist people with Lost and Found and doing rabies vaccines for the public in the parking lot
* Rescue groups are strongly discouraged from pulling animals as we do not know what the incubation period of this disease is or exactly how it is transmitted to systems other than the respiratory tract
* Any dogs or puppies taken from the shelter must be kept strictly isolated from other pets for at least 3 weeks, although, again, a specific incubation period is unknown but this is a highly contagious disease.
* Any animals leaving the shelter are receiving a 10 day course of antibiotics sensitive to the Strep
* We are asking those surrendering to find other solutions and working with the humane societies in both Broward and Miami
* Dr. Cynda Crawford, an infectious disease specialist from the University of Florida School of Veterinary Medicine, will be here tomorrow morning
We really appreciate everyone’s cooperation and support. This continues to be a very trying time for all of us.
Sincerely,
Dr. Pizano
6February2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Events!! Get your groove on...
Due to a respiratory infection outbreak at the Miami Dade Animal Services Shelter their previously scheduled adoption event has been cancelled. Please read the following release:
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As of this morning, we have a total of 10 dogs that have died or been euthanized due to a severe, sudden respiratory infection. We are continuing to work with the veterinary colleges at University of California, Davis, and the University of Florida, to determine the cause of this fatal disease. Unfortunately, we do not expect results from the tests for several days, so the cause continues to be unknown. At this time, we have no reason to suspect that this disease is spread to humans or pet cats.
To minimize potential spread of disease, we have implemented the following procedures:
•The adoption event scheduled for Friday, February 9th, 2008 is cancelled.
•The adoption kennels are currently closed until further notice.
•We are encouraging all pet owners to avoid relinquishing their pets to MDAS; contacts for affiliated rescue groups and alternative shelters are available.
•The West Wing area, where the majority of the sick dogs were identified, is under quarantine. This area remains restricted to select employees.
•Individuals searching for a lost pet are requested to first fill out a Lost and Found report, and will be escorted by Lost and Found staff around the perimeter of the West Wing building only to limit contamination.
•As a general precaution, all staff and volunteers should be sure to change clothes and shoes prior to handling their own pets.
•Pet owners with questions regarding the health of their owned pets are directed to consult with their family veterinarian.
We will continue to keep you posted as updates become available; thank you for your hard work and cooperation!
30January2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Events!! Get your groove on...
- Parks and Recreations Department has informed us that the temporary dog
park on Washington Avenue and 2nd Street, which has been closed due to
re-seeding, will re-open tomorrow. Come and enjoy of the beautiful new grass!
- This coming Sunday, February 3 afternoon, we’ll send out an e-mail with
pictures of the ARF DECO Dogtown event, and will post them on our web-site.
Responsible Dog Owners of Miami Beach
Ph: (305) 534-7752
RDO@ResponsibleDogOwnersMB.org
www.ResponsibleDogOwnersMB.org
4January2008
Posted by ford under: Florida Pet Book.
Happy New Year!!
Parade Magazine & The Case Foundation are rewarding $500,000 to the charitable causes you care about most!
- Champion a Cause and have the chance to get $50,000 for the charity of your choice. The eight individuals whose charity badges attract the most unique donors through the America’s Giving Challenge will get $50,000 for their cause.
- Give to a Cause and help the charity you care about get $1,000. The 100 nonprofits with the greatest number of unique donations made to them through America’s Giving Challenge will each get $1,000.
Paws 4 You Rescue is using monies secured in this fundraiser for an adoption van: Paws 4 You Rescue pulls dozens of animals every month and transports them to the West Coast of Florida to various other rescues. We have saved hundreds of animals in 2007 and will continue to do so in 2008. More trips can be made if we had our own van (as opposed to renting one each time)!
Please log on and donate any amount you can. We are growing as an organization and this is the next step in our development!
http://www.networkforgood.org/pca/Badge.aspx?BadgeId=108638
Spread the word, every dollar counts. Promotion ends on January 31.
Jen Ford
Paws 4 You Rescue, Inc.
Non-Profit 501(c)3
786.242.RESQ (7377)
www.paws4you.org
4January2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
The Humane Society of Greater Miami Adopt-A-Pet and Miami-Dade County Animal Services have entered into a ground-breaking and innovative partnership. This unprecedented partnership entails leasing the south clinic of Animal Services to the Humane Society of Greater Miami for $1 a year for two years.
Beginning January 8th, the Humane Society of Greater Miami will provide low cost and free spay/neuter services to the public from the Animal Services facility at 10700 S.W. 211 Street, Miami. The phone number for scheduling and information will be 305-696-0800, the main line of the Humane Society of Greater Miami.
Underwriting for the Humane Society of Greater Miami’s free spay/neuter program comes through several grants, the largest of which is from Florida Animal Friends,the spay/neuter program funded by sales of specialty license plates. In order to qualify for a free spay/neuter surgery, the Humane Society of Greater Miami will require that all candidates show proof of Federal Assistance (Food Stamps, Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income, Aid for Families with Dependent Children, Jackson
Clinic Cards).
Hours of operation will continue to be Tuesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., with surgery drop-offs from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m. Anyone interested in spay/neuter services is encouraged to make an appointment to receive pre-surgical information; however, walk-ins are accepted on a space available basis. The Humane Society will close its existing Palmetto Bay location at 17425 S.W. 97th Avenue, also on January 8th.
“The Humane Society of Greater Miami has been operating in this community for 71 years and is pleased to be embarking on this partnership with Animal Services,” said Mrs. Emily Márquez-Dulin, executive director. “We are delighted that our community will continue to receive free spay/neuter services and not experience a void in responsible pet care because of this partnership.”
As part of the agreement, the Humane Society of Greater Miami will also offer free spay/neuter services via the county’s Mobile Animal Clinic (MAC) to residents in underprivileged neighborhoods. “We are pleased that this partnership and the grant will permit the Mobile Animal Clinic to continue visiting some of our neediest neighborhoods,” said Dr. Sara Pizano, director of Miami-Dade Animal Services. “The MAC will provide free spay/neuter services two days a week.” To find out the locations of the MAC unit, please call the Humane Society of Greater Miami at 305-696-0800.
3January2008
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
Please tell your friends, family, neighbors, co-workers and friends to donate to the Animal Services Trust Fund. This year we will be using trust fund money to purchase more new trucks so desperately needed. Animal Control Officers use the trucks to pick up stray animals everyday and night. The new ones we need to purchase are much more comfortable for the animals because they air-conditioned and heat-controlled. We also purchase toys, cat condos, and much more with trust fund money. Financial donations in the form of checks should be made out to the Board of County Commissioners with the memo line noting Animal Services Trust Fund. Donations are tax-deductible and can be sent to: Miami-Dade County Animal Trust Fund, 7401 NW 74 Street, Miami, FL 33166
28December2007
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
Happy Holidays from ALL of us at the Florida Pet Book BLOG and Best Wishes for a Healthy and Prosperous New Year.
If you have an idea a blog article or for the Florida Pet Book please drop us a line at info@floridapetbook.com.
Welcome 2008!
9December2007
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Events!! Get your groove on...
Feburary 21st. 7:30pm
Don’t miss the biggest game of the year!
Save the Huskies
And
See the Panthers!!!
Reserve your seats NOW!
For questions E-Mail Phil@sibrescue.com or call
954-540-7373
http://www.sibrescue.com/events.asp
6December2007
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Events!! Get your groove on..; Florida Pet Book.
Sunday January 27th, 2008 at T.Y. Park in Hollywood
10:00 A.M. - 2:00 P.M.
3300 N. Park Road, Hollywood 33021
Get ready for the Super Bowl by dressing you and your dog in your favorite team colors and joining us for a day of fun.
- Games Contests Prizes Chinese Auction 50/50 Raffle Demos
- AKC Canine Good Citizen Testing Low cost microchipping
- Win a Jamis Ranger XR Bicycle MSRP $215.00 Donated by Jamis Bicycles and Active Cycles www.activecycles.com
Tickets 2/$5.00
Goody bag with bonus raffle ticket and event t-shirt - $10.00 donation
Please visit www.BoxerFriends.org for more information or contact Fran at 954-646-3786 or Fran8786@comcast.net
4December2007
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
Fellow animal lovers:
WE NEED SOME HELP!
Tuesday, November 27th, we found a 5 month old pit bull puppy in Fort Lauderdale that was left for dead after being used as fighting bait and then had his throat cut. We got him to the vet’s office while literally holding his neck together. What we think is that he didn’t make a good fighting dog and his neck was slit to kill him. Fortunately one of our volunteers found him gasping and raced him to our vet. He had surgery immediately which took over 20 staples to close the slit to his neck (which was about 20 inches wide). He will need to have several additional surgeries to repair his throat and help to correct damage that was done. This is only a 5 month old puppy and this happened to him because he would not fight back! We really need your help with donations and especially prayers for this little guy. Once he is healed, he will be up for adoption and will need a loving home. Story on channel 7 news: http://www1.wsvn.com/news/articles/local/MI68987/
(Warning: the video is very graphic)
If you can’t donate, perhaps you can pass on to someone that might be able to. Thanks.
Nicole D’Amico
V.P. Allen Babcock Rescue
Allen Babcock Dog & Cat Rescue, Inc.
9715 W. Broward Blvd., #173
Plantation, FL 33324
www.babcockrescue.petfinder.com
3December2007
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
Saturday, December 8th
10am – 2pm
At the Miami Springs Dog Park, located on corner of Dove & Royal Poinciana. Next to Miami Springs High
A photo of your best friend is a perfect Holiday treat!
$7 - (1) 4×6 digital picture, placed in a beautiful Holiday photo card
Doggie and people treats will also be available for purchase.
All proceeds to benefit the Miami Springs Dog Park
2December2007
Posted by Louie G. Pup under: Florida Pet Book.
Some foods dogs should not eat and could be deadly-
If your dog has ingested any of these foods, get veterinary help immediately. If your vet doesn’t feel it’s a worry and says JUST TO WATCH THEM I would invest the money and call the ASPCA Poison Hotline -(888) 426-4435. A $55 consultation fee may be applied to your credit card. It’s the best investment I’ve personally made as my vet said not to worry just watch my dog overnight. Had I listened to my vet instead of my GUT feeling my dog would be dead now. Another person I know told me that her dog ate a few raisins. She called her vet who said, give some maloxx and it should be fine tomorrow. They went to bed and found the dog DEAD the next morning. Don’t take that chance! Stand up to your vet and if they won’t do something, find one who will.
Grapes and Raisins: Grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure in dogs. As little as a single serving of raisins can kill a dog.
Onions: Onions destroy red blood cells and can cause anemia.
Chocolate: Chocolate can cause seizures, coma and death. Baker’s chocolate is the most dangerous. A dog can consume milk chocolate and appear to be fine because it is not as concentrated, but it is still dangerous.
Coffee, Coffee grounds, tea and tea bags: Drinks/foods containing caffeine cause many of the same symptoms chocolate causes
Macadamia Nuts and Walnuts: Macadamia nuts can cause weakness, muscle tremor and paralysis. Limit all other nuts as they are not good for dogs in general, their high phosphorous content is said to possibly lead to bladder stones. Exception to this rule seems to be PEANUT BUTTER. However- always use Salt/Sugar free ORGANIC Peanut butter (sugar encourages cancer growth) free . Use only ORGANIC peanut butter as regular peanut butter has lots of toxins and is full of pesticides!
Animal fat and fried foods: Excessive fat can cause pancreatitis.
Bones: Cooked bones can splinter and damage a dog’s internal organs. Raw Bone should always be supervised as a piece can always break off and cause problems. Try frozen oxtails or frozen knuckle bones then take the bone away before the dog can swallow a final small piece whole. It’s a good natural way to clean teeth too.
Tomatoes: Tomatoes can cause tremors and heart arrhythmias. Tomato plants and the most toxic, but tomatoes themselves are also unsafe.
Avocados: The fruit, pit and plant are all toxic. They can cause difficulty breathing and fluid accumulation in the chest, abdomen and heart.
Nutmeg: Nutmeg can cause tremors, seizures and death
Apples, Cherries, Peaches PITS and similar fruit are great for your dog - HOWEVER, the seeds of these fruits contain cyanide, which is poisonous to dogs as well as humans. Unlike humans, dogs do not know to stop eating at the core/pit and easily ingest them. It can also become lodged in the intestines and kill the dog in 24 hours with no warning.
Raw eggs: Raw eggs can cause salmonella poisoning in dogs. Dogs have a shorter digestive tract than humans and are not as likely to suffer from food poisoning, but it is still possible. BEST to use ORGANIC EGGS if you do raw. Scrambled lightly is best!
Salt: Excessive salt intake can cause kidney problems.
Mushrooms: Can be deadly- never let your pets chew on mushrooms found in your yard. Only safe “food” mushrooms are shitaki, maitake and reishi.
Xylitol: even a small amount can cause liver failure and death. Read more at MSNBC news click here.
Sugar and Corn Syrups. EVEN ORGANIC IS BAD! (this does not include Honey or Molasses though they should only be in small amounts and never for cancer dogs)
Read more at the ASPCA website
Food that most dogs can eat:
Some “human” foods are good for dogs. Most of these are healthier than the boxed treats you buy in the grocery store. . This is just a small list of examples of foods dogs can eat, not a list of every food they should eat. Dogs won’t necessarily get all the nutrients they need if they eat these foods exclusively, so check with your veterinarian if you are interested in feeding your dog a home cooked diet.
Any food that causes stomach upsets or digestive problems in your dogs should be avoided. Like people, some dogs cannot tolerate certain foods
Meats:
Meats should be boneless and it’s best if the skin is removed. Some people like a RAW diet. Some people rather cook. If you cook meat do not over cook. Keep it ‘rare’ so you don’t kill the enzymes. ESPECIALLY FOR SICK animals. However all Fish and Pork must be well cooked. Also note - totally Raw and cooked diets should never be mixed at the same meal as they digest differently.
Skinless, boneless chicken breast
Skinless, boneless turkey breast
Fish: do not feed TUNA as high mercury content - be careful of small bones.
Do not feed ‘cold cuts’. They are high in salt and nitrates. Can lead to kidney and digestive problems.
What’s GOOD for your Dog?
Vegetables most are GREAT for your dog and they should have them!
Dogs have shorter digestive tracts than humans and cannot digest most vegetables whole or in large chunks. It’s best to put them through a food processor before giving them to your dog- best veggies for your dog are:
Carrots (for healthy dogs) (not for cancer dogs though as high in sugar)
Green Beans
Lettuce
Yams
Grains:
Grains should not be given in large amounts or make up a large part of a dog’s diet, but these foods are generally safe in small amounts
Rice
Bread (not white breads or anything sugar or that converts to sugar) remember the simple rule feed no WHITE colored foods!
Dairy products
Use caution with dairy products as they are high in fat and can cause pancreatitis, gas and diarrhea. Usually, nonfat plain yogurt is safe in small amounts as is cottage cheese in small amounts.
Dangerous & Unhealthy Commercial Dog food treats and foods Rawhides and dog treats- HOOVES and OTHER TREATS: are generally NOT recommended. Most rawhides have chemical that cause cancer .But if you do still want to use them from time to time as a treat it is important that if you do give them that they are of the highest grade and US manufactured. Therefore make sure you buy ones made in the USA and are UNBLEACHED. Do not buy the white ones as they are full of chemicals. Good quality rawhide should only get gooey and gum up when chewed, never chip off. If they chip -the chips can get lodged in the little dip in their esophagus and they can choke on that. As many as 40% of all dogs are allergic to cow skin rawhide chews.
NEVER give COW HOOVES! They splinter and sharp pieces have killed many dogs. Better alternatives are pig ears, nylabones, and American made bully sticks - however ALWAYS be with your pet when they are eating these as there is always a danger of a piece breaking off and splitting. Nylarbones are not detectable on an x-ray. Also when giving Pigs/Cows ears it’s best to give basted or natural - NOT SMOKED. That puts a carcinogenic coating on it. Unbleach/natural lambs ears are another better choice. Always supervise your pet when chewing these types of things.
Greenies - are the latest popular treat to become deadly. It is found that they can be slippery and if a piece slides down the throat the dog can die. Also some animals are having problems digesting. For now we recommend you avoid them till further changes are made.. For more on Rawhides click here. Also supervise any chew treats! Also read labels. Many commercial dog treats contain: BHA, BHT, ethoxyquin & propylene glycol– and corn syrups/sugars that cause cancer. Do NOT use treats with ANY OF THESE THINGS!
SAFE ALTERNATIVES - KONG TOYS - the 3 hole KONG GOODIE SHIPS our personal favorite and other STUFFABLE HARD RUBBER TOYS. Fill them with frozen meat, cheese, and peanut butter for a long lasting SAFE TREAT! Also give your dog frozen carrots to naturally clean teeth. Organic carrots are best, if not scrub and wash well and then freeze.
Very bad but not ‘dangerous foods and treats include anything with CORN SYRUP** and Sugar. “Cane” sugars and molasses are also not good.. Honey & Black Strap Molasses is ok in small doses. Read more on our food page or visit the dogfoodproject. Most treats and food sold in supermarkets are what are making our animals die young and get cancer and diabetes. READ the LABLES!
Corn Syrup** A DOG BECOMES HYPOGLYCEMIC IT IS OKAY CORN SYRUP FOR EMERGENCIES - especially for diabetic dogs.
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