I just received the following from the ASPCA: Just a Halloween reminder. Keep Halloween treats away from your dogs. Chocolate can cause vomiting, diarrhea, agitation, high heart rates, tremors and seizures in dogs if enough is ingested. Xylitol, a sugar substitute, can cause low blood sugar and liver failure. Raisins can cause kidney failure. Keep your children and pets safe this holiday season.
I've also heard, in extreme cases, of dogs dieing from too much chocolate. Also, keep in mind, even things that are safe for your dogs, if they are not in their regular diet, can upset their stomach and make cause vomiting.
I posted this a long time ago, but here again is a list of foods your dog should avoid: http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=0+1276&aid=1030
Keep your pets safe this Halloween.
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
Thursday, October 21, 2010
Certificate of Dog Training
I'm happy to announce that this morning I received my Certificate of Dog Training (Cert.DT) from the Companion Animals Sciences Institute (CASI).
CASI provides science-based, advanced, and challenging, credited courses in training, behavior, and nutrition. CASI is run by James O'Heare, CABC, CDBC, PABC, a respected author, international speaker, Director of The Association of Animal Behavior Professionals, Managing Editor of The Journal of Applied Companion Animal Behavior, and Co-founder of the International Association for Animal Behavior Consultants. He has written 10 books on animal behavior. Behaviorists, trainers, and scientist, including Jean Donaldson, Pat Miller, Chris Bach, Dr. Karen Pryor, Dr. Deb Jones, Beth Duman, Bill and Kellyann Conway, Dr. Jean Dodds, Lorna Coppinger, Janis Bradley, and Nicole Wilde have offered their expertise to the classroom discussions.
So, what does this mean? It means that I now have an intensive, scientific foundation in training, behavior, and technology.
What this does not mean? I am by no means ready to teach a class or take on clients. Although I sometimes dispense general advice, I am not yet qualified to do a professional evaluation or teach a class. That will be my next step.
My long term goal for Mudd Puppies has always been to offer a place where the needs of canine charges can be met in a comfortable, professional setting, whether it be hygiene, behavior, training, mental stimulation, or anything else, short of veterinary care. We're now one big step closer to that goal.
CASI provides science-based, advanced, and challenging, credited courses in training, behavior, and nutrition. CASI is run by James O'Heare, CABC, CDBC, PABC, a respected author, international speaker, Director of The Association of Animal Behavior Professionals, Managing Editor of The Journal of Applied Companion Animal Behavior, and Co-founder of the International Association for Animal Behavior Consultants. He has written 10 books on animal behavior. Behaviorists, trainers, and scientist, including Jean Donaldson, Pat Miller, Chris Bach, Dr. Karen Pryor, Dr. Deb Jones, Beth Duman, Bill and Kellyann Conway, Dr. Jean Dodds, Lorna Coppinger, Janis Bradley, and Nicole Wilde have offered their expertise to the classroom discussions.
So, what does this mean? It means that I now have an intensive, scientific foundation in training, behavior, and technology.
What this does not mean? I am by no means ready to teach a class or take on clients. Although I sometimes dispense general advice, I am not yet qualified to do a professional evaluation or teach a class. That will be my next step.
My long term goal for Mudd Puppies has always been to offer a place where the needs of canine charges can be met in a comfortable, professional setting, whether it be hygiene, behavior, training, mental stimulation, or anything else, short of veterinary care. We're now one big step closer to that goal.
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
A bit of confusion on Prop B
Well, I've always reserved the right to change my mind on this issue. I haven't, as yet, but it's become more confusing to me. I'm not too proud to admit that. I've always said that the largest problems with puppy mills in Missouri is that the inspectors are severely understaffed as reported by the 3 State Auditor's reports over the last 10 years.
The Animal Care Facilities Act already covers a lot of the things Proposition B is trying to do. Some things are better, some are not, and some things are just worded differently, but say the same thing.
I think everyone of responsible, reasonable character wants to see an end to the puppy mills in Missouri and I believe the largest problem is the enforcement is severely understaffed. However, I'm not sure, at this point, how I'll vote on November 2. I have a lot more reading to do. I hope anyone reading this will take it upon themselves to take a look at the information and make an informed decision. Below are some links to what I hope will be useful information.
A comparison of Prop B and the Animals Care Facilities Act (done by a group opposed to Proposition B): http://www.box.net/shared/7j22ho66o9
The Current Law: http://www.animallaw.info/statutes/stusmost273_010_405.htm#s327
Proposition B: http://yesonpropb.com/about/read-act
Definitions by the Department of Agriculture: http://www.moga.mo.gov/statutes/c200-299/2730000325.htm
The Animal Care Facilities Act already covers a lot of the things Proposition B is trying to do. Some things are better, some are not, and some things are just worded differently, but say the same thing.
I think everyone of responsible, reasonable character wants to see an end to the puppy mills in Missouri and I believe the largest problem is the enforcement is severely understaffed. However, I'm not sure, at this point, how I'll vote on November 2. I have a lot more reading to do. I hope anyone reading this will take it upon themselves to take a look at the information and make an informed decision. Below are some links to what I hope will be useful information.
A comparison of Prop B and the Animals Care Facilities Act (done by a group opposed to Proposition B): http://www.box.net/shared/7j22ho66o9
The Current Law: http://www.animallaw.info/statutes/stusmost273_010_405.htm#s327
Proposition B: http://yesonpropb.com/about/read-act
Definitions by the Department of Agriculture: http://www.moga.mo.gov/statutes/c200-299/2730000325.htm
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