When Doing the Right Thing is not enough… Adopt a Pet Today

Are you still unsure about whether you want to adopt a new pet? If yes; please don’t be. There are various pet owners in USA that were quite confused before adopting a new pet so this is not new. Although adopting a pet can be one of the best decisions that you make for the pet it may take some time to sink in with the entire idea of adopting a new pet.

We are there to make sure that you make the right decision. This write-up has been developed keeping this in mind. Let us begin with some of the things that will give you the reasons that will assist in making the right decision today. So; why wait?

Let us start:

You will save a life

Isn’t it great when you get to learn that your pet adoption will give a new lease of life to a pet that has lost all hope of living a normal life? Statistically speaking, there are 2.7 million cats and dogs that are euthanized every year in USA alone simply because of the fact that shelter homes do not have space to keep them. So even if you get a single pet it will not only make their life enriched, but you would have saved the pet from this cruel act. This will make space for another animal in shelter home. If this isn’t a great reason to adopt a pet than what is?

You will get a great companion

It is very strange when people do not go for pet adoption from shelter homes because they think that the pet has been returned due to the fact that there was some problem with them. But that is hardly the case. There are thousands of animal shelters and rescue groups which have healthy pets.

But the only reason for the pets to be returned back is mainly due to a move around or divorce which is an uncontrollable problem. So why not get the pet and enrich their life? You have nothing to lose and what is good is that you will get a great companion who will love you with no expectations. So why wait?

You will get the pet at an amazingly great bargain deal

In order to provide incentive to people for adopting pets from animal shelters and shelter homes you will only get the pet at an amazingly low price but in addition to this you will also have the pet spayed/neutered, vaccinated, and even micro chipped (in certain cases) which is inclusive of the adoption costs. So you will have an amazingly great bargain deal and in addition to this you will have a lovely pet that will spoil you with their kisses or purrs for several years. So what else do you need?

You will transform the life of a homeless pet

Adopt a new pet and get best friend as your pet. An amazing bargain isn’t it?? Seriously, is there anything better that you will ever do??

Remember a single person can make lot of difference. So why not you be that person; and make the difference in the life of an animal by giving them the life that they deserve. This way you would have done a world of good to the entire pet race. So…Why wait?? Make the right decision today and adopt a pet!! 

4 Types of Dog Crates that you can buy for your Pooch

If you are interested in buying a dog crate for your pooch, then it is best to evaluate certain things before making the purchase decision. The most important thing is to ensure that the size that you select for your pooch fits for the purpose. But with different kinds of sizes available in the market it becomes very intricate to select the perfect fit for your pooch. Hence, we have tried to enumerate the different sizes of dog crates along with the dog breeds for which it is perfectly fit. Let us look at the table given below to get an idea about the appropriate size of a dog crate according to the size of the dog:

 

Crate Size	Approximate Weight of the Dog	Example of Appropriate Breeds
18" x 18"  OR 18" x 24"	Under 11 Kgs Under 14 Kgs	Chihuahua
24" x 18" OR 24" x 24"	Under 14 Kgs Under 17 Kgs	Affenpinscher, Cairn Terrier, Havanese, Japanese Chin, Maltese, Norfolk Terrier, Pekingese, Pomeranian, Scottish Terrier, Shih Tzu, Skye Terrier, Silky Terrier, Toy Poodle, Toy Fox Terrier, West Highland White Terrier, Yorkshire Terrier
24"x30" OR 24"x36"	Under 18 Kgs Under 18 Kgs	Cocker Spaniel, Australian Terrier, Basset Hound, Bichon Frise, Boston Terrier, French Bulldog, Bull Terrier, Cardigan Welsh Corgi, Dachshund, Italian Greyhound, Jack Russell Terrier, Lhasa Apso, Poodle, Schnauzer, Parson Russell Terrier, Wirehaired Fox Terrier
30" x 24" OR 30" x 30" OR 30" x 36"	0-18 Kgs 18-23 Kgs 23-27 Kgs	American Eskimo Dog, American Staffordshire Terrier, Basenji, Beagle, Brittany Spaniel, Chinese Sharpei, Chow Chow, German Pinscher, Irish Terrier, Keeshond, Kerry Blue Terrier
36" x 24" OR 36" x 30" OR 36"x36"	18-27 Kgs 23-27 Kgs 27-36 Kgs	American Pit Bull Terrier, Australian Cattle Dog, Border Collie, Bull Terrier, Dalmatian, Old English Sheepdog
42" x 30" OR 42" x 36"	36-45 Kgs 36-45 Kgs	Airedale Terrier, Alaskan Malamute, American Bulldog, Boxer, Briard, Malinois, Tervueren
48" x 24" OR 48" x 30"	36-41 Kgs 36-45 Kgs	Airedale Terrier, Alaskan Malamute, Boxer, Briard, Dalmatian, Malinois, Tervueren
48"x 36"	Up to 45 Kgs	Afghan, Akita, Bloodhound, Borzoi, Chinook, Doberman Pinscher, German Shepherd, Gordon Setter, Greyhound, Irish Setter, Leonberger, Neopolitan Mastiff, Newfoundland, Pointer, Rottweiler, Siberian Husky, Standard Poodle, Weimaraner
60" x 36" OR 72" x 36"	45-68 Kgs 68-82 Kgs	Akita, Anatolian Shepherd Dog, Bernese Mountain Dog, Bullmastiff, Great Dane, Great Pyrenees, Irish Wolfhound, Leonberger, Mastiff, Newfoundland, Scottish Deerhound, Siberian Husky

Once you have selected the dog crate according to the weight of your pooch, it is very important to check the materials that they are made from, and the place where you want to put it that may have a  major say on the final design. Now there are different types of dog crates available in the market. Let us look at some of the popular ones in detail:

Wire Pooch Crates

These are one of the most popular dog crates available in the market. Dog owners love to use these crates for their dogs. These crates contain a solitary door normally, but there are certain models that have multiple doors, varying from the side and roof for greater access to the pooch.

Benefits of Wire Pooch Crates

• Comes with a divider panel which helps in adjusting the crate size, especially if you have a growing puppy
• Contains slide out tray to make it easy for you to clean the crate
• Enables greatest airflow compared to other crate styles that makes it a must have crate during the hotter months of the year
• Gives portability option by folding flat
• Gives space to the pooch to stare outside which is great since there are certain dog breeds which need space to move around and see things that are happening in the surroundings
• Very simple to clean

Drawbacks of Wire Pooch Crates

• Due to the visibility factor that enables pooch to see the surroundings, it can cause stress and whining in pooch
• If your pooch moves around a lot, there can be lots of noise by this crate
• It is very easy for the resolute and smart pooches to escape from the crate
• Not enough protection during colder temperatures
• Quite heavy to move

Plastic Pooch Crates

These crates are quite popularly utilized during air travel. Once you get this crate you can verify from the documentation whether it is airline approved for this purpose or not. The majority of plastic crates are advertised as pet carriers due to the fact that they are often bought second hand just for the sake of traveling purpose. But alternately they can even be used on a permanent basis in day to day life of pets.

Benefits of Plastic Pooch Crates

• Does not allow pooch to see outside the crate hence, it is best for the pooches that are easily distracted by the outside environment and ensures that the pet is secured in the crate
• If you no longer need the crate you can use the bottom of the crate as an open dog bed
• It is very intricate for pooches to escape from this crate   
• It is very light, hence it is very easy to move
• Most of the plastic pooch crates are airline approved hence they can be used for air travel which is not the case with wire crates
• Provides better protection to pooches during colder temperatures due to better insulation in the crate
• There are certain models that have attachable or removable food and water dishes

Drawbacks of Plastic Pooch Crates

• Due to the closed nature of the crate there are chances that the pooch will not get enough ventilation during hot temperatures
• It is very difficult to clean and hence, the freshness quotient is amiss and also there is lots of odors in the crate that can be very difficult to get rid of
• Not a great option but depends on the choice of the dog owners
• Since there is little to no visibility of outside environment, it can make pooches stressed
• There is extra storage space required for this crate since it cannot fold flat

Soft-Sided Nylon Pooch Crates

Soft-Sided crates are mostly for first-time dog crate users. It is a great option for those dog owners who find crates to be a very difficult purchase decision due to the fact that they look less like a cage.

Benefits of Soft-Sided Nylon Pooch Crates

• Gives more comfort to the pooch than most of the other crates
• Great to carry during camping as they are very easy to put up and take down
• These crates are very light and portable which makes it very easy to carry
• Very easy to store when not in use

Drawbacks of Soft-Sided Nylon Pooch Crates

• Certain pooches learn the procedure of unzipping and opening the doors of the crate
• Destructive dogs can easily demolish the crate and escape
• Less durable and not long-lasting
• They are least attractive and cheap looking, but the final purchasing decision is based on the dog owner’s personal choice
• Very intricate to clean

Stylish Pooch Crates

There are other pooch crates that are made up of rattan or different types of the finished woods available rather than wire or plastic.

Benefits of Stylish Pooch Crates

• Can provide usable space by doubling up the shelf or end table
• Easily fit into the look and feel of the home décor
• There are different varieties of styles available

Drawbacks of Stylish Nylon Pooch Crates

• Cannot be used for house training purpose since it is very hard to remove odors and clean the crate properly
• Costly in comparison to other types of pooch crates
• Destructive dogs can easily break wooden crates

So ultimately it is up to the dog owners to decide the type of pooch crate they would like to purchase for their dogs. But the most hands-on pooch crate is wire type pooch crate since it seems to be the sensible choice while making a purchasing decision. So which pooch crate are you planning to purchase today?

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Pet Owners get Instant Access to Local Veterinarians through Video Chat

San Bernardino County, California - Great news for San Bernardino County residents as they can now get in touch with veterinarians instantly at any time with the help of a mobile animal care app - Vet24Seven. With the help of this mobile application, pet owners can interact with their local veterinarians for a 10-minute consultation by video or screen chat

This application was started by seed capital firm LaunchCapital with an investment of $1.2 million. The great thing about the mobile app is that it is free to download. The consultation costs are expected to be between $40 and $60 depending on the urgency of the situation. This application has received rave responses in California and this thing has taken the CEO and co-founder of the mobile app Cal Lai by surprise. 

Lai developed this application after confronting a situation with his aging cat. His wife always worried about the unusual activity of the cat and often wondered whether they should go for the expensive visit to the veterinarian’s office. This prompted Lai to come up with this ingenious application which saved lots of time and money of pet owners like him who don’t have a regularpet veterinarian.

This application was made live in early July this year in the San Francisco Bay area and is currently based in Santa Clara. The company has planned for the introduction of the mobile app in Southern California and Los Angeles County in early autumn. 

Lai informed “Requests from Southern California veterinarians to sign up on the service end of the app got the application to get started earlier in this county. More than 250 veterinarians have already been signed in San Francisco Bay area and around 75 in Southern California. The numbers will constantly grow in a couple of month’s time as the application grows in number.”

 Already 200 customers have signed in to the application. Lai further added, “The San Francisco Bay Area is technologically advance and that was the primary reason to opt for this county for launch of this app. We wanted a county which was mobile oriented and the Bay Area has majority of two member families that are working. People are quite busy with their lives. With both the members of the family working it is quite difficult to take out time for a veterinarian visit. Hence, we decided to develop an app which would enable pet owners the convenience of time at the cost of negligible money.”

The app at present offers a list of nearby participating locations. The registered pet owner can then speak with the veterinarian and discuss about the problems that their pet is facing, they also have the option to attach photos and videos of the pets and send it to the vet’s app. Then the veterinarian will call back the pet owner after studying the symptoms and information provided to him. Consultation documents will then be loaded to the site’s cloud for access.

There are lots of features for the registered pet owners. The application offers registered users to opt for a local participating vet, create unlimited profile of their pets, and determine whether they would like to consult with the veterinarian on an urgent basis. There is an addition charge for urgent cases but guarantees a veterinarian’s response within 15 minutes. Otherwise, you get response from the veterinarian within four hours of interaction. Lee expects the app to grow within the next couple of years and hopes to launch the app nationwide.

Traveling with Pets - A crucial Decision to be taken by Pet Owners

In Life, it’s not where you go But it’s who you travel with.

According to PBS Pet Travel, a specialist in pet travel just about 14% of pet owners in USA transport their pets for longer distances, with merely 6% of pets being taken at a place every year. This goes to show that pet owners find it difficult to take the decision of whether to take their pets with them during travel or leave them behind.

Although there are lots of benefits of having a furry companion by your side during travel it is best to take the decision after scrutinizing the needs of your pets. The pointers mentioned below will assist you in making up the decision quite clearly:

Take into consideration your pet’s interest before making the final call

It is always great to have a companion with you while traveling. But also make sure that the trip will be the best option for your furry friend when it comes to their health, happiness and safety. A prime example of this is, if your pet whines during drives to the town, they would not be an ideal pick to be your great road trip copilot. But if your pet remains calm while traveling, then it would be best to carry them along for a ride.

Take advice from your vet before taking the final decision

Before starting the journey it is always very important to take advice from your veterinarian, especially in cases where you have any nagging doubts about traveling with your pets. The veterinarian would be the best person to guide you in determining whether your pet is ready for travel or not. There are certain veterinarian examinations that need to be conducted while traveling by plane. Once the results are positive you can take your pet with you for traveling.

In case if you find that your pet is not fit enough to travel with you then it is best to leave them behind in the cozy environment of sweet home. But it is not always easy to take this decision as you would like someone to be with your pets while you are on your trip. You can do this by hiring a pal or a trusted pet sitter. He / she should be the best person to take care of your pets while you are away.

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10 Enticing Reasons to Date a Dog Lover

What qualities do you seek in your lover? The main traits that an individual is looking for in his/her partner are loyalty, responsibility, love, care, fun, active, playful, forgiveness, etc. How will you know whether the person whom you are going to date will have these qualities? Or, let’s say, how will you choose a perfect better half for yourself?

Studies have shown that men and women, parenting a dog are likely to be the best partners for life. Looking after a dog develops all the desired characteristics that a life partner is expected to have in them. But, there have been arguments that not all dog owners possess these desirable qualities. So, if you are looking for a date and want to tie a knot soon, fall for dog lovers and not “dog owners” to have a long lasting long lasting relationship.

Let’s have a look at these 10 enticing reasons to date a dog lover!

1. Intensive care is natural!
Caring for a pet comes with many challenges and is certainly harder than caring for human beings. A person who cares for his pet with boundless intensity, imagine how much dedicated he would be to his/her lover. So, if you choose to date a dog lover you will receive the most genuine care while you go out!


2. You may not have to worry about their fitness scale!
If you too are a pet parent then it is not needed to be said about the long walks or the fetch game sessions that your pooch demands everyday. Going for those walks twice a day and the game sessions are enough to keep you fit. So, if your crush has a dog, it is conclusive that s/he would be definitely fit.


3. For dog lovers being responsible is like being themselves!
This is the quality that everybody seeks in their partners. Irresponsible kids are way out of the league for serious dating. When you own a pet and love him with your whole heart, you are responsible for his health, eating schedules, cleanliness, etc. It is pretty obvious that s/he can take full responsibility for the one they love.


4. Patience is not everybody’s cup of tea! And “everybody” does not include dog lovers!
You may know how these furry little pups can sometimes be! There is no disagreement with them being loveable, but there are times when dogs enjoy throwing tantrums. For instance, not eating until you hand them a treat or just eating whatever they like, etc. Every pooch admirer will have enough patience which enables him/her to handle their tantrums. So, dating them will clearly not create issues due to impatience.


5. Forgiving is not hard for them!
With the day-to-day discharge accidents, pet lovers are used to it. After a line or 2 of the scoldings they easily forgive their furry friends. So, s/he may not be able to be angry with you for a longer time. Things tend to become normal at the earliest with their forgiving approach!


6. May be one of the best companions that you would have ever met!
Having a poodle as a constant companion, dog lovers may not be the “give me some space” kind of a person. Your constant presence may be overwhelming for them and this would lead to successful companionship.


7. Adventures may not scare them!
Pooches absolutely love to sniff around and embrace the unknown. The moors, woods, hills, etc. excite them to explore. With their willingness to have adventures, it is their parents that accompany them. Pet lovers are always ready to experience the fun side of the adventures. So, if you are a person that thrives for adventures, nobody could be a better date than a dog lover!


8. They love to cuddle!
When you live with a canine, his cuddles would be the first thing you may have to face in the morning. If you choose a pet lover, s/he too would be comfortable with the tight cuddles. And, successful dating definitely need cuddles!


9. Appreciation is an art!
It is inspiring how these tykes appreciate little things like the blowing wind or dribble the ball to fetch it on their own or the serenity of the nature, etc. A person that adores these fur babies may gradually learn to be in the present and live the moment rather than dwelling on the past or future. Pet lovers as dates can make your day a fun day with their appreciation skills!


10. They are simply dog lovers! What could be better that this?
In this crazy technical world, people are hardly fond of each other. So, if you find a guy or gal that genuinely loves a pup, there could no one as passionate as they are.

So, are you looking for a date, who has these qualities? Then dating a pet lover would be perfect for you. Have a happy and healthy relationship!

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How to Help Your Local Animal Shelter

Seems your work schedule is not allowing you to be a part of animal shelter but you’re eager to help them. There are certain things, which you can do to help those shelter homes. You need not be an animal expert or some super star to help them, but just doing those little things you will be a special part of your local shelter.

Ear Problems in Pets – Most Common Causes and Symptoms

Canines and felines normally suffer from number of ear problems. If you find your dog or cat is constantly scratching their ears or shaking their head continuously with a smelly odor, then definitely your canine or feline is suffering from an ear problem.

Ear problem is a single more general issue that veterinary offices come across and tackle. Most of the ear problems in pets involve outer ear canals unlike the conditions in humans, where problem in middle and inner ear is common.  

Normally, canines and felines face ear problems taking the form of infections. While the younger pets are prone to ear mites due to contact with other infected animals, the adult pets have infections due to yeast and bacteria. This is the outcome of excessive wax gathered into pet’s ear canal due to its complex structure. Not limited to this, moisture, allergies due to pollen or other plant materials, food sensitivities, mange apart from immune and hormonal diseases are some of the factors for ear problems in pets.

There are different reasons for ear problems in canines and felines

• Ear mites
• Ear fungal infection
• Bacterial infections
• Associated with allergic skin conditions
• Excessive wax production
• Excessive water in the ear canal
• Foreign material in the ear such as grass seeds, dirt or sand

The design of dogs and cats’ ear canal is somewhat responsible for ear problems. They have an “L”-shaped ear canal, which easily accumulates and locks wax, debris and moisture within the ear. The long floppy ears of canines and felines accumulate this build-up material, and it has no space to come out easily by itself. Moreover, as the inside of the ears do not receive much air circulation, the ear canal gets humid which acts as a favorable breeding ground for bacteria and yeast. Thus, your pet suffers from an ear problem, which is an uncomfortable condition for them to bear.

Canines and felines face different types of ear problems. Ear blood blister scientifically known as aural hematoma is one of them found in canines and not so often in felines. This condition develops as tiny blood vessels under the skin of the ear bleed. With no perfect cause, it is normally associated with pets shaking their heads constantly. Apart from aural hematoma, ear infection due to ear mites is the most common problem found in pets.

Through various symptoms, pet parents can easily recognize whether their furry friend is suffering from ear problem or not.

Most common signs are

• Scratching one or two ears constantly
• Shaking their head
• A head tilt
• Smelly ears
• Redness and inflammation of the ear flap and canal
• A discharge from the ear
• Painful ears when touched
• Stumbling and circling to one side

With the visible symptoms, pet parents need to take their lovable companions to the vet’s office for diagnosing the cause of ear problems. A vet carries on diagnosis through visual examination and microscopic examination. A small amount of substance from inside the ear is scrutinized microscopically and the cause of it is determined. Once a vet detects and finds the possible reason, then proper treatment is directed.

Chronic ear problems are most common in dogs and cats. Finding the underlying cause and treating the pets accordingly is the easy way out of aural issues. Furthermore, following ear care in pets, most of these chronic ear issues can be kept at bay helping pets to have painless ears.