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Saturday, July 19, 2008
Your Dog's Exercise Schedule
Even the most sedentary models require a certain amount of physical exertion to stay healthy. Consider the following factors before determining the level of exercise appropriate for your pet.
SIZE: For small breeds such as pugs and boston terriers, a walk around the block is the equivalent of a marathon. Larger animals are, in general, capable of longer jaunts and more strenous activity.
PHYSICAL STAMINA: How long and how hard a dog can play depends on its genetic makeup. Some models, including huskies and most terriers, were bred for stamina. They can run and play for a very, very long time. Others were designed for specific types of exertion. For instance, the greyhound is capable of great speed, but only over short distances. As a result, it makes a poor jogging companion. Models such as the German Shorthaired pointer and the vizals, however, were engineered to go the distance.
PHYSICAL MAKEUP: Various breeds, because of their design, have certain physiological disadvantages. For instance, flat-faced models such as boxers, pugs, and bulldogs have below normal breathing capacity and therefore less stamina. Physical activity for these dogs should come in short bursts. Also, some models are prone to orthopedic problems (such as hip dysplasia) that can be aggravated by excessive exercise. Your veterinarian can help you create a suitable exercise plan for your dog.
WEATHER CONDITIONS: Coat length also can determine how much exercise a particular model can handle. In winter, thin coated dogs can tolerate less cold exposure that thick-coated dogs such as the Samoyed and Great Pyrenees. During the summer months, however, thin-coated dogs can tolerate more heat than heavily coated breeds. In general, heat is a bigger problem for most dogs.
CAUTION: Be extremely careful with flat faced breeds (bulldogs, pugs) during times of high heat and humidity. Their inability to dissipate heat during otherwise normal exertion can be potentially life-threatening.
PHYSICAL CONDITIONING: Dogs, like humans, can become out of shape. Taking a normally sedentary dog on a 2-mile run can lead to orthopedic injuries(amoung other problems) Instead, build up the dog's capacity slowly over weeks and exercise it daily, if possible. A sedentary dog can be conditioned with a 20 to 60 minute walk 5 days a week. Swimming is also a good activity, because it eases strain on joints. Consult your veterinarian before beginning any sort of exercise program for an overweight, aged and /or infirm canine.
CAUTION: A dog, in attempting t please its woner, may persist in a physical activity beyond the point of exhaustion, putting it in danger of mechanical damage. Monitor your dog's physical regimen and discontinue it at the first sign of serious fatique.
Info from Dogster.
Thursday, July 17, 2008
Monday, July 14, 2008
Driving With Dogs
It is acceptable for larger dogs to ride in a seat, like a human passenger. If your dog has never done this before, consider making one or two short practice excursions to be sure the canine keeps its place and does not try to roam around the car. Smaller dogs may prefer to be transported in their sleeping crates, as this provides a secure refuge from a strange situation. Be aware that all dogs are fascinated by the smells they encounter when they stick their noses out the window of a moving car. It is acceptable to indulge this desire, but never leave the window open so far that the dog can jump or fall out. During long car trips, allow the dog to make regular rest and exercise stops (always leash it before opening the car door) Bring along food, water, and treats in a separate container. If your dog is prone to getting carsick, your veterinarian may recommend medication(bringing the dog on a few short practice trips may prevent the problem altogether.) Never for any reason leave your dog alone in a car. Changes in the outdoor temperatures are unpredictable and can lead to stress, hypothermia, heat exhaustion, and worse.
Info from Dogster
Sunday, July 13, 2008
Saturday, July 12, 2008
Is Your Dog Getting Enough Water This Summer?
Use this chart to quide you in your pets hydration status this summer.
Daily Water Intake
Body Water Weight
5lbs/ 2kg 7oz/ 207ml
10lbs/4.5kg 14oz/414ml
20lbs/9kg 24oz /710 ml
30lbs/13.5kg 3.3oz/975ml
40lbs/ 18kg 41oz /1.2 liters
50lbs/ 22.5kg 48oz/ 1.4liters
60lbs/27kg 55 oz /1.6liters
70lbs/ 31.5kg 62oz /1.8 liters
80lbs/36kg 69oz /2 liter
90lbs/ 41kg 75oz/2.2 liters
100lbs/45.5kg 82oz /2.4liters
*Requirements include water absorbed from food and snacks.
*Info from Dogster
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Sunday, February 3, 2008
About Me and My Cresteds
I am Vicki Potter, I am a christian, a wife, mother, grandmother, nurse, lover of chinese cresteds and all animals. When I was born my parents had an inside dog that was their baby so I have always had a special bond to animals after growing up with our Boston Terrier. I grew up with other animals also, many dogs, cats, rabbits and anything else I could talk my parents or
grandparents into. Since childhood I have taken in strays and given them a home or found them a home. Of course when I got married one of the first things I did was to find me an inside baby, since my parents would not let me take theirs, a poodle, named Lapoo. I became an RN, had children and became a busy mom with 3 active kids. We went to cheerleading camps,
basketball camps, baseball and football camps and games as well as tennis matches, and softball and volleyball games. During this time I had very little time to dedicate to animals but when my last child went to college I replaced them with dogs. I got my first crested and fell in love with the breed. I never ever would have thought about breeding dogs or anything for that matter,
but I could not get enough of the cresteds. They are my babies. They are totally in the house with me and spoiled. They are my children. When I am on the computer they are all around me and on me. When I eat they want bites. When we are outdoors they want to run and play with me and especially my husband. When I go to bed they go with me. When we go on vacation they go. They are a large part of my life. Breeding is not my income!!!! I am employed fulltime as an RN Clinical Coordinator of Surgical Services at the Medical Center near my home. I have been a nurse for 23+ years. I love nursing, I love caring for people. I work many of great people that mean alot to me. They tell me they would love to be my dog. They recognize the loving care my babies get. When we have a litter of puppies, it is an event. I take off from work and stay with them as long as I can. I am a nurse so every baby that is born is given every opportunity to survive, I have sat at the crate night and day and fed karo syrup and water through a syringe and gave a couple of breaths before all to keep them alive. My nursing comes in handy with bad babies and deliveries. They are never left alone for the first 2 weeks, when I go back to work my mom and dad babysit for me. These babies are loved,hugged and kissed by me and all my family. My grandbabies think its wonderful to have so many puppies. . They all have a true love and affection for animals. They have known from a very young age how to treat animals carefully, lovingly and tenderly. The puppies are vet checked starting at 3 days and every 3 weeks after that. I choose not to give my own shots, I want the vet to have hands on. I raise these babies and love them. I am picky about where they go to live. It is hard to give them up. If I do not find a good home I will keep them. They will always have a home with me. I do not show my little ones, although most of them could be. I do not have the time to do this, nor is it convenient for me. There are no local clubs etc. I would have to drive 4 hours to stay involved and I work fulltime. If I did that who would take care of the rest of the dogs and give them all the love and attention they need. I have thought about it for when I retire but we will see then. I have met some wonderful people through my cresteds, some I consider friends for life and I have met some that are not. I pray for them they will find the joy in just loving a dog. Breeding is hard work, puppy care is time consuming, but it is very rewarding when you match up a puppy with a loving caring home forever. I usually plan 2 litters a year but I probably will cut that to 1 a year. Just remember if someone says Carousel Cresteds is a back yard breeder, IT IS A LIE. After my God, my family, there is my dogs and probably you would have to put the dogs right with the family. They will never be or have ever been in the back yard without me. They are spoiled rotten inside babies whom I love regardless if they ever have another litter. May God Bless You and if you do not know Jesus as your Lord and Savior then you are missing a love and peace you never thought possible. All you have to do is ask him into your life and he will save you and change your life. He will be with you through good and bad. Until next post, Take care
