Pet Preferences

The AKC looked at the top 10 breeds in the nation's largest cities. Some interesting facts:
The Bulldog is most popular in Los Angeles, where it is ranked 2nd right after the Labrador
Detroit, Knoxville, Miami, Honolulu and Orlando are the only cities that do not have the Labrador in the top spot. Detroit and Miami favor the German Shepherd, while Orlando puts the Yorkshire Terrier in first place; Honolulu the Golden Retriever, and Knoxville the Boxer
Salt Lake City is the only city to place the Shih Tzu in a top spot.
Oklahoma City places the Miniature Schnauzer in top spot.
San Francisco and Los Angeles were the only cities to include the French Bulldog in their top 10 list.

Don't forget the big Westminster Dog Show is coming up this Monday and Tuesday February 11 and 12. Watch for it on television! Westminster was the only dog show in America in 2007 to have entries in every recognized breed and variety. See it on USA Network. Four newly recognized breeds will make their debut this year.
The Plott, the Tibetan Mastiff, the Beauceron and the Swedish Vallhund. Now there are a total of 169 different breeds and varieties in competition!

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AKC Web Site Holds Valuable Information

Check the American Kennel Club Web Site for upcoming symposia or go to www.akcchf.org/ to see what's coming up next for the Canine Health Foundation.
They do great work for our dogs, allocating more than $13 million in health research funds since 1995 to more than 275 studies in nearly all of the top diseases in dogs, which include cancer, eye disease,epilepsy, hip dysplasia, thyroid disease, heart disease, autoimmune disease,allergies, patellar luxation and renal dysplasia.

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Your Dog Wants To Live Here!!

Okay, I couldn't resist....this cute home is for sale in Ventura, California for $524,900. This is a great price for this home due to location and condition.

It is 4 bedrooms and 2 baths and in the Poinsettia Elementary School District!

Now the best part is that two Labradors currently live here and will be so disappointed if someone buys this home

and does not bring a new doggie along to enjoy it! So all of you dog fans out there, this is a perfect home for you. The yard is just screaming for another dog to live here.

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Here's To A Great New Year With Our Pets!

Once upon a time, an old man and his dog had died. He was on a road leading to Heaven.
He came to a beautiful large home that had written across the front "This is Heaven."
He approached the gate, only to be stopped by a guard. As he tried to enter the guard stopped him and said,
"No dogs are allowed in here."
So the old man turned and left.
Soon, he came to another large house. The sign said, " HEAVEN."
The old man and Teddy, his dog, walked up to the guard at the the gate.
"I want to come in, but I want my dog, Teddy, to be welcome too."
The guard smiled. "Dogs are always welcome in HEAVEN."
The old man looked confused. "I don't understand. Your place is marked "HEAVEN". So what was the other
home down the road marked "This is Heaven?"
The guard frowned. "That is HELL," he said.

Retold by Janis Calkins

Moral of the above is always look to live in a home where you feel your animal will be welcome and
life will be much more like "HEAVEN " than hell.


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Be Aware of These Holiday Dangers

Eating tinsel, ornaments and garlands, even drinking holiday tree sap water, can lead to serious stomach irritation. During the holidays, prevention is really the key. Place high risk items and holiday foods out of reach. Dogs also like to chew on electrical cords, gift ribbons and strings. Watch for symptoms of restlessness, tremors, seizures, vomiting and diarrhea, then seek immediate veterinary treatment for them.

Don't let innocent holiday traditions jeopardize the health of your pet. Be aware of these Holiday Dangers

• Candles and hot wax


• Candies, chocolate and foil wrappers


• Alcoholic beverages


• Electrical cords


• Ribbons and Strings


• Metal ornament hooks


• Tree tinsel


• Rich, fatty foods


• Stagnant tree water


• Small holiday lights


• Poinsettias, holly, mistletoe and greens


• Artificial snow


• Small toys that can be swallowed

Living with Canine Epilepsy

Epilepsy is one of the most common neurologic diseases in dogs, but no one knows for certain what causes it or how common it is.

If your dog has been diagnosed with epilepsy;
1. See your veterinarian regularly
2. Ask your vet about appropriate diet for your dog
3. Keep a record of the dates seizures occur and how long they last
4. Never change or discontinue medications without consulting your vet
5. Discuss family activities that include your dog with your vet. For example, if you engage in
water sports you might be asked to consider using a canine life vest to avoid the drowning of
your dog during a seizure.
6. Consider a Pet Healthcare Plan. Pet health insurance can provide some peace of mind for
many owners. Visit http://www.akcphp.com for more information about the range of AKC
Pet Healthcare Plans.

Don't allow epilepsy to prevent you from enjoying your dog. Have fun and concentrate on the times your furry friend is happy and doing well.


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Don't Let Holiday Festivities Harm Your Dog

The upcoming holidays can pose health dangers for our dogs. Each year, thousands of pets become seriously injured or ill during the holiday season. Pets can become very ill from items such as table butter, meat and candy. These foods can result in gastrointestinal upsets and pancreatitis, a painful and sometimes fatal condition. Symptoms include depression, vomiting, abdominal pain or lack of appetite. During the Thanksgiving holiday prevention is the key.
Place high risk foods out of reach. Don't feed your dog lots of table scraps full of high fat content.
Do not let them chew on the turkey bones.
In the hustle and bustle of the day, remember your pet's regular feeding and exercise schedule and be certain to give them lots of love!!

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