Natural Pet News - 10/20/06

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A NOTE FROM DONNA

It's been getting a bit chilly here in Central Virginia. The Fall colors are appearing on the leaves and the view through our breakfast window is grand, but we're walking around in fleece and wool socks now. Days are nice in the 60's so I'm not thinking winter yet.

Our kitty, Squeek, is a cold-natured cat, so when it's cool she doesn't mind having a cover on her in her baskets. We have several baskets around the house with great entertainment at each location. This one is in the guest bedroom and Squeek is considers our guest more interesting than the wildlife outside. Christina Tarman visited with us for a week and she was in the chair working on her computer. Christina publishes the free email newsletter, Essential Oil Recipes & More.

Marilee, one of the subscribers to this newsletter, sent me a link to the funniest video showing a cat flushing the toilet and then looking into the bowl as the water went down. The cat flushed over and over and then peered into the bowl and even put its paw in like it was trying to catch the moving water. If you need a good laugh, view the toilet cat video.

GOOD NEWS FOR PETS

President Bush Signs Bill to Leave No Pet Behind in Evacuations

A recent poll found that 61% of pet owners say that in an emergency they would refuse to evacuate their home if they could not take their pets with them. Last Friday President Bush signed the PETS Act (Pets Evacuation and Transportation Standards) to help ensure that Americans will never have to confront the choice between personal safety and that of their animal companions.

The legislation requires the inclusion of companion animals in disaster planning by both state and local authorities. It was approved by unanimous voice vote in the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives earlier this year. There are over 358 million pets in the United States residing in 63 percent of American households.

Read the entire story here:
www.hsus.org/press_and_publications/press_releases/president_bush_signs_pets_Act.html

Rescuers To Carry Oxygen Masks for Pets

In Appleton, Wisconsin, emergency responders have a new tool to save the lives of members of your family and your pets. Oxygen masks intended for use on dogs, cats and other small animals will be carried on 6 fire trucks and 13 Gold Cross ambulances thanks to a persistent alderman and eager pet owners who donated the money necessary to buy the mask kits at $49 each.

This story can inspire other communities to have such a project for their fire and rescue equipment. Read the entire story here:
www.postcrescent.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20060902/APC0101/60902014/1979

PET SUCCESS STORY

A New Lab After Skin & Coat Formula

About three weeks ago, I started my 12 year old lab, Molly Cashmere Rowlf, on Skin & Coat Formula. She is now taking 2 tablets a day (one a.m. and one p.m. meals) ... she's about 56 lbs.

COAT: her coat got very shiny within the first week ... was very dull and mottled looking.

SHEDDING: second week, shedding was minimal ... ALWAYS shed horribly ...you could just pull clumps of fur off of her.

DRY SKIN / FLAKING : now ... she does not spend much of her day rubbing her back on the rugs or "itching" her skin. Little if any flaking and her skin does not have the white dry appearance. I'm thinking ANY flaking is just old still coming off.

SMELL: this is a BONUS ... she always had the "DOGGIE SMELL" ... she has NO ODOR at all now.

This is a wonderful product. I do have it on a scheduled delivery. She likes it ... chewable ... and she has had no digestive issues because of it. Rowlf's fur once again feels like Cashmere. Submitted by customer, Donna J.

More about Skin & Coat Formula.

PET HEALTH

How to Clean Your Cat When He Can't Do It Himself

There are a variety of reasons why your cat may suddenly be unable to clean itself: gaining weight, orthopedic problems, arthritis, or a secondary problem to another illness. When your cat stops cleaning itself, clumps and matts develop around your cat's rear, odor develops, and if allowed to persist long enough, raw spots develop on the skin. To prevent such discomfort and health problems, you gain a new responsibility in cleaning your cat yourself. Here's a how-to article with step-by-step instructions.

Grooming Senior Dogs

Grooming is an important aspect of your pet's health care throughout his life. As your pet ages, taking an active role in grooming becomes even more important. Older pets often groom less, may have trouble cleaning those "hard to reach places," or may develop skin conditions that require extra attention. You will have to take a more active role in keeping your pet clean and monitoring for any changes in skin and coat that may signal medical problems. Grooming your senior pet.

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BEHAVIORAL AND TRAINING

Adding Another Animal To The Household

We are thinking about getting another cat, but we aren’t sure if our current cat will like the idea. We also have a dog that loves cats—sometimes too much! What’s the best way to introduce a new cat? Read the answer to this question.

Ask About Your Pet's Behavior Problem

Cheryl Falkenburry has traveled the world helping people make sense of mind-boggling animal behavior. Working with animal behaviorists in Tucson, Arizona and England, majoring in psychology, and becoming a certified parenting educator prepared Cheryl to teach both humans and animals. Cheryl recognized that the concepts of positive parenting and loving leadership worked whether her clients were parents of human children or furry ones and applies her positive parenting skills to her animal training sessions. She has helped thousands of people develop new and exciting relationships with the animals who share their lives. Get details on phone and email consultations.

PETS IN THE NEWS

At-Risk Teens Care for Homeless Dogs

Kids caught in the juvenile detention system in Albany, Georgia have a chance to change their outlook on life by caring for and training homeless dogs. Project Hero coordinator Marty Harris says she's seen a positive change in the young people's lives:

"A lot of them have not grown up with a nurturing aspect toward animals, so by helping them to understand how to work with animals and care for animals they learn to care for other human beings."

Here's the whole story in the news:
www.walb.com/Global/story.asp?S=5214557&nav=menu37_3

PET SAFE CLEANING PRODUCTS

There are three ways toxic chemicals enter the body: by swallowing, by breathing, or by contact with the skin or eyes. An EPA report concluded that toxic chemicals in household cleaners are three times more likely to cause cancer than oudoor air pollution. In one study conducted over a 15-year period, women who worked at home had a 54% higher death rate from cancer than women who had jobs away from the home. The study concluded that the increased death rate was due to daily exposure to hazardous chemicals found in ordinary household products.

What is not being reported are the slow poisonings that occur in every home from continual exposure to household cleaning chemcials. Cancer, birth defects, heart disease, genetic changes - almost any symptom imaginable, both physical and psychological, has been associated with certain chemicals in common household products. At greatest risk are fetuses, children, the elderly, pets, and those who are already ill.

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URINE AND ODOR REMOVER

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HERBS FOR PETS

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Herbs and Supplements for Pet Owners
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PET FOODS

Flint River Ranch Oven-Baked Pet Foods
The baking process results in a greater degree of nutrient absorption. All natural ingredients include chicken, lamb, fish, whole grains of wheat, rice and millet, vitamins and chelated minerals along with flax seed and herbs for super nutrition. No by-products, chemical preservatives or anything artificial. Read testimonials. About Flint River Ranch.

What's In Your Pet's Food?
Diet is so important for health. Many health issues directly link to diet and can affect long-term health and life of your pet. Find out what's in pet foods.

Free Samples of Pet Food, Treats, & Supplements Formulated by Dr. Jane Bicks
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NATURAL HEARTWORM PROGRAMS

Yes, there are herbal and supplement programs for pets. Robin Sockness has been working with people for many years and has helped over a thousand pets now. Read more about natural heartworm programs. Read some success stories that Robin has shared with us.

HEALTHY PET CORNER

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