Sunday, 26 February 2012

Should I take some time off work when I first get my puppy?


HELPFUL HINT: If you are bringing a new dog home, DO NOT take vacation time to spend the first couple days at home with the pup. This will only cause him anxiety as he will learn this routine and in a few days when he is left at home while you are at work it will be difficult for him to cope.

Introduce your new dog to the regular routine on Day 1. This will make things easier for both you and your new family member :)

Saturday, 25 February 2012

How to Induce Vomiting

If your dog eats some toxic (i.e. chocolate, avocado, grapes, antifreeze) you can induce vomiting to empty these toxic substances from their stomach.

How you ask?
HYDROGEN PEROXIDE, you would use 1 tsp(5 ml) per 10 lbs of body weight.

HOWEVER, some substances (i.e. PAINT THINNER) can cause much damage on its way back up and should be neutralized in the dogs stomach by the vet.

If any questions in an EMERGENCY call the PET POISON HOTLINE at 1800-213-6680