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  • July 4th and your dog

    July 4th and your dog

    How to Help Them Survive the Fanfare Galore

    Fourth of July comes with a couple of things. Among them, barbecues, a sunny day spent at the beach, quality time spent with friends and family, and of course, plenty of fireworks. The commemoration of the birth of this nation is typically characterized by the sound of firecrackers, fireworks, and the smell of burning pyrotechnics. That is, aside from the long day spent away from our usual busy schedules or that annual family get-together that also coincides with this grand day. This year’s 4th of July celebrations would probably be any different. So, whether you’re planning to spend the day at home unwinding or catching with old friends at the local tavern, there are several things that you ought to be aware of.

    For starters, unlike human beings, pets – especially dogs – don’t necessarily associate the flashes, noise, and the cracking pyrotechnics with fanfare, galore and celebrations. In fact, most of them often to panic and are always terrified of the bangs, loud whizzes, and the confusion that follows such a spectacle.

    Secondly, the AHA ( American Humane Associations ) recently issued a statement reporting that the week after the Fourth of July celebration is often one of the most harrowing and gruesome for pet owners and animal shelters. Why? A good number of pets wind up lost, killed or injured after running and panicking at the startling noise of firecrackers.
    This year, however, you have the chance to take the following measures before its too late. Here are some of the ways of ensuring the safety of your four-pawed barking buddy amidst the 4th of July fanfare.

    1.Keep your pets indoors for the whole day, if possible. Minimize loitering and avoid going for a stroll despite that you might get some time for that.

    2. Don’t take your pet with you for a fireworks display or any occasion that is expected to feature pyrotechnics. Leave them at home with a suitable handler.

    3. It is also that time of the year of making sure that little Tommy is correctly identified, just in case they get lost or break loose from your leash in the course of the day.

    4. Keep your dog away from any jewelry. This applies mostly if you decide to let them stay indoors with you. Your pet could easily chew up and accidentally swallow your plastic adornments without you realizing.

    5. If you’re having a barbecue or throwing one of those common 4th-of-July parties, refrain from giving your dog ‘table food’ or any leftovers for that matter.

    SOURCE: American Humane Association, Pet MD, Cesars Way
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  • Take Your Dog To Work Day

    Take Your Dog To Work Day

    To most of us lucky enough to have a 4-pawed furry companion, our barking buddies are more than just the Official Fetcher of Tennis Balls and Frisbees. They are also excellent listening friends, especially when you need to vent, unwind and take something off your chest. They wouldn’t also mind watching a movie with us every-once-in-a-while. But more, importantly, the unparalleled/valuable companionship that they extend us ought to be reciprocated by rare treats every once in a while. And how about we show them what it is like to bring home the bacon this summer for a change? So, mark your calendars this year on June 23rd, it is PSI’s Take Your Dog to Work Day.

    The Background

    PSI ( Pet Sitter International ) started this day almost 20 years ago in 1999 as a way of promoting a deep integration of our four-legged companions in our day-to-day lives. Ever since then, dog owners have been encouraged to bring their barking buddies to work and let them have a glimpse of the modern day rat race. Customarily, it is commemorated on the first Friday after Father’s Day in a national event that also seeks to promote puppy adoptions from rescue centers and shelters, for those who are yet to own one.

    Apart from taking your canine to work, you can also contribute to this day by;

    1. Organizing a Dog’s Welfare Fundraiser at your Place of Work

    In between hectic schedules and impossible personal goals, it would feel nice and refreshing to slice off some time and organize a fundraiser to raise funds to go a welfare kitty for a nearby local dog shelter. Remember that these shelters and animal homes play an invaluable role in ensuring that our streets are safe, clean and not littered with homeless puppies. Sparing a dollar or two won’t hurt but will go a long way.

    2. Adopt a New Puppy

    Puppies are not only cute and adorable but also loyal, playful and double up as excellent companions. If you don’t have one yet – or feel like it is time you add a new one to the family – then this is the opportune time to visit a shelter and adopt a furry friend. And while at it, remember to have them vaccinated against common communicable dog diseases such as rabies and also have the sterilized.

    The best way of extending your love and appreciation to your dog for their priceless presence at home is by carrying them to work on Friday, June, 23rd this year.

    SOURCE: Pet Sitter, Dog Tipper
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  • Take Your Dog To Work Day Tips

    Take Your Dog To Work Day Tips

    Work Day Tips

    June 24th is national Take Your Dog To Work Day. If you didn’t get the memo then you will be surprised if you see some furry ones passing by your office or cubicle.

    A 2006 survey by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) found that 1 in 5 companies allow pets in the workplace. Participants said pets make for a creative work environment, improve employee attendance and productivity, and help employees better relate to each other according to Petsafe. “Having a dog, or any pet around has a soothing and mood-lifting effect on people.”

    Here are some tips to make Take Your Dog To Work Day:

    1. Be Prepared – Don’t forget food and water for your dog. Leashes, collars, and poop bags would be a great help as well.
    2. Respect Others – Not everyone might be comfortable around a dog so respect them. Keep your dog around your office or cubicle and let others come and pet your dog.
    3. Cope with their anxiety – Maybe your dog might be anxious and they might not take to being in an office. If this is the case then make them feel comfortable as possible. They might not think Taking Your Dog To Work Day is cute. If you know your dog has high anxiety around other dogs or people then taking your dog isn’t a great idea. Know from the start to prevent anything bad from happening.
    4. Properly discard of lunches – Many dogs love snooping for food in garbage cans or anywhere else they can find it. Assume Fido will consider the wastebaskets under desks at the office or the trash receptacle in the break room as good places to grab a snack — especially after lunch.
    5. Make sure your pet plays well with others – It is likely that you won’t be the only one at your job bringing a pet to work. Some dogs would do fine if they were the only canine in the office. Add a few more, and perhaps some cats, and circumstances could change dramatically. Have an accurate sense of what the workplace atmosphere will be, and determine whether it is a good fit for your pet.

    SOURCE: PetSafe
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