Doggie Heart

We were concerned about our dogs health over recent months. He is a 7 year old Rottweiler. he has shown the symptoms of weight loss (hes always being 46kg and is now down to 38 kg), diarreah, increase thirst and urinating, and excessive appetite…. stealing everything in sight like raw turnip and potatoes….. which is a huge change in this normally really well trained rotti’s behaviour. The vet checked him out for diabetes, and originally suspected malabsorption. She checked all his bloods and suspects that he’s got lymphoma in gastro tract but the only way to confirm is further investigation and biopsys which will cost between 200-600 pound. She says she doesn’t recommend that cos it isn’t gonna change anything if we knew and unfortunately he isnt insured. She is pretty certain now that it is lymphoma. She then discussed steroid therapy, but cos he’s already starving all the time, it will increase his appetite more and therefore increase the risk. She agrees that he isn’t in pain but he’s lost more weight at last appointment. She says we can’t leave him too long cos he could become aggressive over food, which she says is not a trait of his and will be down to illness. She wants us to remember him as the good dog he is.
She advised us to give him working dog and puppy food which is high calorie to try and put weight on him and to order medication of the Internet to help him absorb food. She’s given us the name and says we can get online a lot cheaper than she could give us it. She thinks this might buy him a few months. But he’s to go back in 2 weeks… If he’s not put on any weight and still starving then we need to revisit options. She was brilliant. He has became even more thirsty and we are now measuring how much he is drinking. He can’t get through the night without having to go out the back for the toilet. The increase in calories…. Which we done after last appointment seems to be satisfying him a wee bit more. Can anyone give any advice as to prognosis etc? Thanks in advance.

I’ve known one dog with lymphoma and if yours is similar, the news is not good. Do the best for him as long as you can following the vet’s directions, but prepare yourself that his time with you may be growing short. You may be able to prolong his life with expensive treatments, but these can be more painful or uncomfortable than the disease itself. If it were my dog (and considering my finances), I’d look for signs of pain or other inability to enjoy life, and then get ready to say goodbye. That’s advice no one wants to hear, but it may be the best thing for the dog.

With the one dog I knew, she lasted several months after the diagnosis, and could have lived up to another year with chemo.

Cancer is evil.

Why do the Dog Training 24 tunnels look smaller than the competition 24 inch tunnel?
I have often noticed that the practice 24 inch look smaller than the competition 24 inch.
Is there actually any difference or is it just me?

Get a tape measure and find out? A quick measure would give the answer…Unless you don’t have both to compare at hand. In which case, I have no idea. I can’t imagine they’d both be named 24inch if they weren’t to that measurement.

Pet Health Information – part one of this series covers something all pet owners need to deal with sooner or later.
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You hate to admit it, but your furry pal is getting a little older. You want to ensure that your pet is happy and healthy for many years to come. You have heard all of the hype about the new dog diets for older pets. Is there really a difference between dog food for adult dogs and kibble recommended specifically for seniors? How do you know when to switch your pet to a different diet?

The best resource for pet health information about dog diets is your pet’s veterinarian. Only you and your vet know the specific needs of your pet the best. Discuss with your vet your concerns and questions. He or she will be able to advise you on what changes, if any, need to be made to your dog’s diet.

If your older dog does not have any health problems and maintains a healthy weight, there is no need to change your dog’s diet from adult to senior dog food. On the other hand, if your dog has trouble keeping the weight off or digestive issues, you may need to switch. If weight is the only issue, consider slightly lowering the amount of dog food you give to your pet. This may be all the change your dog’s diet requires.

A senior dog is classified as a dog in the last third of their life span. Larger dogs, for instance a Great Dane, live to be about 9 years old. Around the sixth year of life, you may want to consider a senior dog’s diet. A poodle, on the other hand wouldn’t reach senior status until About age ten due to the longer life expectancy. Primarily, the decision to change your dog’s diet should be based on health condition rather than actual age in years. Your vet will help you to determine when the right time is to alter your dog’s diet as part of the overall pet health information..

Dog food especially prepared for senior dogs typically has less calories. This helps to combat any weight issues. The senior dog food also contains more fiber for the different needs in your dog’s diet. As dogs age, they tend to suffer from constipation. This extra fiber will help remedy this problem.

Renal failure can be another medical problem for senior dogs. How can your dog’s diet help this problem? Reducing the amount of protein in your dog’s diet will decrease the work load for the kidneys. For this reason, senior dog food frequently has lower protein content than regular adult formulas.

Whenever possible, allow your dog to eat dry dog food to encourage excellent dental health. The dry kibble helps to reduce plaque and tartar buildup. If your older pet refuses to eat the food dry, you may need to moisten it with water or purchase moist, canned varieties.

If your vet recommends, supplements may be helpful as part of your senior dog’s diet. Some pets are unable to eat properly due to oral issues. Other older pets are unable to gather all of the nutrients from their food for various health reasons. Supplements such as daily vitamins and glucosamine can be beneficial to maintaining a healthy diet for your dog. Look out for extra editions of our pet health information series. To be sure, subscribe to the channel.

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My dad recently got his Dog Training license and was wondering if he could legally do some training on the side without having to register as a small business. All transactions would be done through cash.

Thank you for any help!

Check your local laws. But chances are you can. You don’t need to register a business to run one in most cases.

Registering a business name is usually done for business tax purposes. But you don’t HAVE TO register one. You can just report income and associated expenses through a personal tax return. The benefit of registering a business, however, is that you get a wider range of expenses that you can write off.

I’m moving from a dog household to a cat household. The dog is gone, and I expect to adopt an adult cat sometime next month.

I bought the following list of items for my puppy. Which of them can I keep and use on my cat?
• Pin brush
• Flea comb
• Standard comb with both loose and tight prongs
• Nail clippers
• Nail file
• Large-sized scissors with blunt tips
• Small-sized scissors with blunt tips
• Lots of chew toys! (Do cats like these as well?)

Thanks, everyone!

Some of these will depend on the cat you get. For example, different brushes for different coats. Big chew toys are best donated but smaller ones may be appreciated depending on the cat. A cat wouldn’t chew them but some cats like to carry things around or lay on them. Nail clippers can be used on cats too depending on the size and combs can help with mats and knots. I’ve never used a nail file on a cat but you might need to if the cats nails are particularly brittle. Scissors are not usually used on a cat except by the vet in extreme cases of matting so you probably don’t need them. As for the flea comb, you can use it on a cat but hopefully you will never need to! I’ve attached a couple of helpful links for you. Hope this helps.

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Here’s what you’ll need;
Computer
Calendar
Scale

Weight yourself then grab your computer. Search for a BMI (Body Mass Index) Calculator to find out a healthy weight range for your height.

How to weigh your pet
Stand on the scale while holding your pet.
You + Your Pet — You = Your Pet’s weight

If your dog is too large to hold visit your veterinary office to get a current weight!

Search online for a Body Condition Score for your pet. This easier chart will help you know if your dog is over weight or under weight.

Now set yourself health goals and performance goals! Keep yourself organized by planning them in a calendar. 10-20 minutes a day of exercise will make you feel so much better and you’ll know you’re heading in the right direction!

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The single most important thing to establish with your dog or puppy: Who’s Boss. YOU are the alpha. This is a video of a few ideas that will let your dog know that, respect you and be happy doing it!

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