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Safe summer hiking with your dog
Hiking can be a great way to bond with your dog and stay
in shape. Parks and trails are very stimulating for a dog and hiking is a great
way to get back to nature together. But precautions must be taken so that your
pooch does not hurt himself or any other wildlife you may encounter along the
way.
Start with the basics. First you must determine that your
dog is physically capable of taking the hike. If you have any worries or doubts
about your pet consult your veterinarian. It is not recommended that you take a
puppy under 18 months out for this type of activity. Secondly and most
importantly be sure your pet is up to date on all vaccinations and medication
to prevent fleas, ticks, ear mites, worms and all other parasites. Thirdly make
sure your dog has proper identification- whether its tags or microchip- just in
case the two of you get separated. It’s better to prepare for emergencies ahead
of time and be aware of your surroundings at all times.
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Real pets, real people, real stories
Do you love your pet? Guess what- we love you for it! We are looking for pets to feature on Paws For Reaction! Is your pet worth a feature! TELL US WHY!
Thanks to some wonderful readers we have told the world about Nova the loving cat who helped her owner get over her grief. We shared the story of Teddy- a remarkable rescue dog given a second chance at a happy life. We were able to get Keira the rescue dog votes in a fantastic contest!
Send us some information about why your pet deserves his or her own feature and some pictures and we will let the whole world know how special your pet is! Contact us and tell us why your dog, cat or other critter is EXTRAORDINARY! We would love to feature them for the world to see.
Paws For Reaction: Real pets, real people, real stories.
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Thanks to some wonderful readers we have told the world about Nova the loving cat who helped her owner get over her grief. We shared the story of Teddy- a remarkable rescue dog given a second chance at a happy life. We were able to get Keira the rescue dog votes in a fantastic contest!
Send us some information about why your pet deserves his or her own feature and some pictures and we will let the whole world know how special your pet is! Contact us and tell us why your dog, cat or other critter is EXTRAORDINARY! We would love to feature them for the world to see.
Paws For Reaction: Real pets, real people, real stories.
email: pawsforreaction@live.ca
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The majestic Greyhound dog breed is the fastest dog
on the planet. This canine can run 45 mph while the average dog can run approximately
19 mph.
#DogFact
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Parasite
prevention: Pets using treatments keep the whole family healthy
Springtime can bring about many dangers for pet parents. Parasites are a reality in any pet owner’s life. It is quite common for a pet to contract an internal parasite like tapeworm or an external parasite such as fleas. A pet catching a parasite- like cat fleas, the most common of all the fleas- is inevitable if a monthly preventative treatment is not used. Fleas can jump on people and enter the home making it easy to infect even indoor pets. Most parasites can infect humans putting children in the home at risk. Prescription monthly topical treatments like Advantage Multi by Bayer may seem expensive but it is a small price to pay to ensure your family is safe. Find out why monthly prevention is so important to defend against the dangers that the warm weather brings.
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The wonderful walk:
Spring is here and exercising with your dog is in season
Spring is here and finally pet parents can start spending more quality time outside with their canine companions. Exercise is one of the key ingredients in giving a dog a happy and healthy life. It is in a dogs nature to travel and walking your dog is one of the best and more common ways to get your dog to burn off energy. Some dogs need more physical and mental stimulation than others. Getting to know your dog is crucial when it comes to physical activity and can help tone muscle, combat obesity and stop destructive behavior all together. Find out how to perfect the walk, always be prepared and use the walk to make your dog a better listener.
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A young rabbit is called a kitten or kit. A male rabbit
is a buck and a female rabbit is called a doe. Does any of this sound familiar?
#RabbitFact
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Wild female rabbits living in their natural habitat have a
lot on bunnies. They can birth approximately eight litters a year.
#RabbitFact
Adorable dogs put on bunny ears to celebrate Easter
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Popular Pawbly: Social network for pet parents is growing fast
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Don’t be caught taking a cat nap and miss out on the fun
and informative social network for dedicated pet parents- Pawbly
Pawbly- pronounced Paw-Blee- is a fairly new website
designed to connect pet parents with pet experts and other concerned pet
parents. It is an online community that is dedicated to the care of pets. Veterinarians,
pet experts, bloggers and caring people make up the members of Pawbly. Users
can ask and answer questions posted by other users, post articles, photos and
words of support.
Members are able to share and favorite posts in a format
similar to twitter. The site is easy to use and has a lot to offer and growing
fast. It’s entertaining, educational and best of all- it’s free.
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Across the world our superstitions just seem silly.
In Australia the black cat is a symbol of good luck- the exact opposite is believed
by western society.
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Find out where the most famous rabbit came from, how Easter is celebrated around the world and more! These facts are full of candy, beautiful photos of rabbits and the holiday spirit. Check out these Easter facts and have a happy holiday weekend!
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Pet food recall: April 2014
The Robert Abady Dog Food Co., LLC RECALLS "Abady Highest Quality Maintenance & Growth Formula for Cats"
FDA PRESS RELEASE-April 18, 2014
Contact:
Consumer:
Erika Kaye
845-473-1900
Contact:
Consumer:
Erika Kaye
845-473-1900
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - April 8, 2014 - The Robert Abady Dog Food Co., LLC of Poughkeepsie, NY, is recalling its 2 lb, 5 lb & 15 lb boxes of "Abady Highest Quality Maintenance & Growth Formula for Cats" because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others with weakened immune systems. Healthy persons infected with Salmonella often experience fever, diarrhea (which may be bloody), nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain. In rare circumstances, infection with Salmonella can result in the organism getting into the bloodstream and producing more severe illnesses such as arterial infections (i.e., infected aneurysms), endocarditis and arthritis.
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Happy Easter from Paws For Reaction! Check out these adorable photos of festive pets celebrating Easter! Spring has sprung!
Click here to see these adorable Easter pets!
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Bringing home the bunny: Important information for rabbit owners
They are cute and cuddly and can be fun to watch as they play and hop for hours. Rabbits are gentle, social creatures with big personalities and even bigger popularity with pet parents. These little cuties are commonly thought of as part of the rodent family but they are in fact lagomorphs.
They are cute and cuddly and can be fun to watch as they play and hop for hours. Rabbits are gentle, social creatures with big personalities and even bigger popularity with pet parents. These little cuties are commonly thought of as part of the rodent family but they are in fact lagomorphs.
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Pet portrait artist honors pets with beautiful and detailed paintings
Pets are like family
members. They have personality, quirks and emotions. Pets are often treated
just like family- they get gifts, go on vacations and end up in family photo
albums. There are so many different ways that pet owners invite their animals
into the family circle.
Some pet owners chose
to honor their pets with a custom pet portrait. This special piece of art is
both home décor and a way to show your love for that special family member. The
number of talented pet portrait artists is rising and these artists are
constantly raising the bar. When a client commissions a piece they are
generally looking for a final product that is detailed, polished and true to
their pet. California based pet portrait artist Suzanne Leonard delivers a
finished product that is all that and more.
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Easter inspired treats: Are eggs good snacks for pets?
Easter is in season and painting eggs is all the rage. Don’t be fooled, eggs are more than just the pretty and decorative symbols of this spring holiday. Eggs are full of protein and nutrients that are great for people. But are eggs good for pets?
The general rule is to avoid raw egg when feeding this treat to any dog, cat or small mammal pet. Those pets all have similar reactions to uncooked egg. Some snakes and other reptiles will eat whole eggs but it is important that reptile owners do a lot of research before feeding an egg to their pet....
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Rin Tin Tin- the first Hollywood celebrity dog-
would sign his own contracts with his paw print. That German shepherd was one
smart and talented dog!
#DogFact
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Cats make such wonderful, long-term companions and
can live well over 20 years. Crème Puff is the oldest domestic cat on record lived three days
past her 38th birthday and still holds the title as oldest cat to
date. She was born on 3 August 1967 and died on 6 August 2005
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The Basenji is the only dog in the world considered
to be “barkless.” A lot of these dogs make a yodelling sound as opposed to a
traditional dog bark and have very cat-like behaviours.
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Easter lily is
a beautiful gift but is deadly for cats
Easter is a wonderful holiday to celebrate with family- pets
included. Like so many other holidays the celebration can unintentionally
pose a threat to a cat or dog. One common Easter gift is lethal to cats and
symptoms can show up in as little as six hours.
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Set the sugar aside- cats can’t taste anything sweet
because their taste buds don’t detect sugar.
#CatFactPaws For Reaction
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