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Does you Lovable Pooch Have Bad Breath?

Does you Lovable Pooche Have Bad Breath?

“In rare cases, based breath can be a sign of a more serious
disease. If bad breath happens abruptly or is suddenly
getting worse, it may be caused by a respirator infection,
and you should seek a doctor’s help. Bad breath can also
be caused by other chronic illnesses in their advanced stags,
such as a serious liver dysfunction, says Jon Richter, D,M.D.,
Ph.D., directore of the Richter Center for Breath Disorders
in Philadelphia.

Seeing a dentist to make sure you are free of periodontal
disease can also be important. Periodontal disease often
means there is more blood in the mouth and therefore more
protein. An order-causing bacteria just love to eat protein.
So take care of periodontal disease to help stareve the bacteria.”

Ths was taken from Doctors 100 All-Time Greatet Home
Remedies, Rodale Inc., Publishe Prevention, the worl’s leading
health magazine.

Leaving Your Pet inside locked Auto … Don’t let this be You!

Please be very careful when leaving your pooch locked inside of
a locked vehicle. My recommendation is to not ever do it!
If you must I would suggest that you leave plenty of water and
ventilation. Recently my mom was at the Vet to pick up my special food.
There was a young man there who was very distraught.
He had gone shopping for several hours and had left his dog
inside a locked car. He said that he had not been gone that long
and the windows were left open. When he got back his dog
was not breathing. He rushed his beloved pet to the nearest
Vet, but it was too late. Please don’t let this scenario be YOU!

Take care.

Kia

Outdoor Safety Tips/Who Are Your Heroes, Animal Lovers?

Hi Everyone,

This is Kia and I am back. My mom had 2 other episodes with

more turmors on me, but they all turned out to be benigh Boy! am

I one lucky Dog. Here is an email that I recieved from

the SPCA and wanted to pass it on.

August 10, 2007
Welcome to our weekly email newsletter, your source for the latest news from our animal welfare community and information on pending humane legislation.ASPCA OUTDOOR SAFETY TIPS: POISONOUS SURPRISES CAN COME IN SMALL PACKAGES. . .THAT BITE!
Pet parents venturing into the wilds this summer for camping trips, picnics and hikes, please take caution—deep woods can be full of snakes, spiders, scorpions and other venomous species. If you’re planning on any excursions with your pooch into forests, wild preserves or other wooded locations, please read our safety tips from ASPCA experts. ASPCA SUCCESS STORY OF THE WEEK: BEDSIDE MANNERS
When Julie Frank was forced to have emergency surgery, this “untrainable” pup turned out to be the most loyal nursemaid she could have.
ANIMAL LOVERS, WE WANT TO KNOW WHO YOUR HEROES ARE!
The ASPCA is putting out a last call for extraordinary animal-loving people and heroic pets for the 2007 ASPCA Humane Awards program. So nominate your hero—human or furry—while you still have a chance! TENNESSEE STEPS UP FOR ANIMALS IN 2007
The Legislature of the Volunteer State served up a heaping plate of Southern hospitality in 2007 for the state’s animals and the people who love them.THE ASPCA INVITES TEENS TO “DO SOMETHING” FOR ANIMALS
We know of some great opportunities for young animal lovers who want to help homeless pets.

HOT OFF THE PRESSES—THE 2006 ANIMAL LAW MANUAL ON CD-ROM!
The 2006 version of our annual guide to federal and state animal protection laws is out now—a must-have for animal advocates, shelter personnel, the media and others who want to ensure that animals are afforded the protections provided by law. Buy your copy at the ASPCA Store today!

MORE ALERTS FOR YOUR AREA

Looking for Pet Insurance?

Pet insurance is really important, so if you don’t have any here are some links you can try.

(I use this one) http://www.petinsurance.com/

Here are some more:

http://www.petinsurance.com/
http://www.petsbest.com
http://www.petshealthplan.com
http://www.PetCareInsurance.com

If you have an older Pet…Please Read!

Hi, this picture is of Kia and his sister Manx (thats me). As you can see we get along great. We have learned a lot of things since Kia’s illness. All you pet owners out there if you have an older pet, please insure him before he starts getting signs of illnesses from old age. If you wait until things happen your pet will not be covered. Just like you get a yearly checkup make sure you do the same for your pet. It will save you lots of money and possibly your pets life? Get a complete blood work to make sure that he’s okay. Well thats all I have to say for now. Next time I’ll let my little brother or my sister talk to ya!Have a great day!

Another thing, just because your pet appears well does not mean he is okay. You would never have know that Kia was ill by looking at him. He still acted like a puppy. I guess thats because mom spoils him.