“Why does my pet eat grass?†This is a common question in the mind of pet owners but the truth of the matter is there isn’t one clear reason. We do know is that eating small amounts of grass is generally a harmless thing for a perfectly healthy dog or cat to do. But when nibbling turns into gulping large amounts of the grass, and grassy vomit is all over the floor, it’s time to wonder what’s happening.
There are several reasons why your pet is eating grass:
1. Nutritional cravings. A dog or cat may be eating a completely nutritionally diet, but that doesn’t mean that cravings for specific things such as grass don’t happen.
2. Behavioral drives. Pets may eat things that do not serve a biologic or nutritional purpose, such as when a pet eats paper or plastic. It may be that this particular behavior feels good or there is some other reason. However, an actual medical issue such as a neurologic disease can cause strange eating behaviors, so it is advisable to discuss such occurances with your veterinarian.
3. unknown (idiopathic) causes. Idiopathic means simply that the veterinarian doesn’t know the exact cause. However, you should continue to monitor the situation.
Owners who notice their pets eating grass frequently probably don’t need to panic and rush to the emergency veterinarian. They should continue to watch their pets to gain more information and try to figure out why they are eating grass. Some questions you may ask yourself:
•Does my pet eat grass voraciously?
•Does he vomit or get sick afterward?
•Is there pattern to the grass eating? For example, does eating grass occur on the days when the pet doesn’t eat all of its food?
*Does the pet also drink an unusally large amount of water before or after eating the grass.
After having made their observations, owners can then present this information to their veterinarians.
Your pet’s doctor will begin looking for a medical condition that may be causing the grass eating. The vet will try to figure out if it is a sign of a minor illness, a more serious disease, or nothing more than slightly eccentric behavior.
The vet may perform the several tests to narrow done the cause(s), fecal exam, blood work, urinalysis, x-rays or an ultrasound.
Not every grass eating pet has a serious medical problem. Sometimes the best option is to let them them go right ahead. Just make sure the grass is not treated with any chemicals that could be harmful if your pet eats them. Also, try to avoid areas where other dogs have defecated so as not to pick up parasites.
Keep the Grass Trimmed Down and make sure to keep your grass frequently mowed, as dogs tend to take bites out of taller patches of available grass.
Veterans Day serves as a regular and faithful reminder of how our nation’s freedom, liberty and justice has been preserved by the dedication of our armed forces. But this special day also underscores our nation’s commitment to its veterans and their families.
As we celebrate and give back to all those who so bravely fought to protect the freedom of this nation, let us also remember all of the men and women who are currently deployed and who are in harm’s way. We need to keep them constantly in our thoughts and prayers.
This Veterans Day, let us remember our commitment to care for those who so bravely fought for our freedom. Let us honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. And let us never forget the purpose of this important day: Veterans Day is a celebration to commemorate our service members and their families for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.
This Veterans Day, let us remember our commitment to care for those who so bravely fought for our freedom. Let us honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our nation. And let us never forget the purpose of this important day: Veterans Day is a celebration to commemorate our service members and their families for their patriotism, love of country, and willingness to serve and sacrifice for the common good.
Halloween is just around the corner and people are starting to get ready for the “haunting season†with frightfully festive decorations and foods.
Here are some safety issues revolving around your pets during the Halloween celebrations:
1. Stress: Continual doorbell ringing, loud voices, unfamiliar costumes, scary sounds and large numbers of strangers can cause your pet to become stressed and aggressive. This can lead to unexpected situations that could potentially lead to injuries or other unpleasnt occurences. As much as possible, keep your pets safely at home in a quiet place.
2. Poisoning: Many Halloween candies contain chocolate. Don’t let your dog eat any chocolate as it contains substances that are toxic and can be deadly to dogs.
3. Burns: Tails and whiskers can be easily singed or burned by Halloween candles and Jack-o-lanterns. Also, make sure you keep all electical cords out of your pets chewing range to prevent serious injury or death by electrocution.
4. Ingestion: During this time there are so many small items from pieces of costumes, to candy, to decorations to become lodged in a curious pet’s mouth, throat or stomach, causing possible irritation, obstruction or perforation.
Removing Halloween hazards from your pet’s environment will go a long way to keep your pet safe, avoid costly vet bills and enhance your enjoyment of this loved holiday.
Today in America thousands of animals are homeless and almost completely lack the hope of joining a warm and loving family. As dog and cat overpopulation continues, euthanization of homeless pets occurs. Animal shelters, rescue agencies, and pet adoption organizations are daily putting forth valiant efforts to save the lives of these unfortunate animals and provide loving, caring homes for these hopeless animals.
Though these agencies work tirelessly, they are in dire need of helping hands. These organizations are almost always non-profit; that means they rely on financial donations and willing local volunteers for their subsistence.
Recently a group of dedicated volunteers banded together and founded the “Pets Without Parents†Shelter in Sevier County Tennessee.
Pets Without Parents was established January 2011 as a 501 non-profit organization with the mandate to rescue animals from deplorable situations where basic medical, nutritional, sanitary, and emotional needs are not being met.
The primary objective of “Pets Without Parents†is to establish a NO KILL shelter in the area, to take in rescue dogs and cats, shelter and care for them, meet their medical and nutritional, needs and to find them new homes where those needs will be met on a permanent basis. Their moto is: “Healing their Scars, Treating their Heartsâ€
Contact Information:
Address:
1408 Old Newport Highway
Sevierville, TN 37862
Phone:
865-286-9411
Email: petswithoutparents@gmail.com
Website: http://www.petswithoutparents.com
Adoption Fees:
Cats and Kittens: $ 50.00
Dogs and Puppies: $ 100.00
All Adoption fees go toward all shots, spaying/neutering plus quality of life needs.
Operating Hours
Monday-Saturday: 9:00AM-5:00PM, Sun: Closed
The shelter staff seeks to educate the public on the importance of the spaying and neutering of pets to help decrease the overpopulation that is presently persistent in our community. We will work to promote humane treatment of animals thus eliminating animal cruelty,exploitation and neglect.
This shelter is a totally volunteer organization at this time and relies on the generosity of others to meet its needs.If you are looking for a way to volunteer or give back to your community, consider volunteer work at this animal shelter. You can help save the lives of these precious, unfortunate dogs and cats.
Hurricane Season is here! Disaster can strike anywhere…anytime. It doesn’t matter where you live. We can all be affected by disasters – whether it’s a natural disaster, wildfire, terrorist attack, or hazardous spill. Such emergencies may require a brief or permanent evacuation from your home. If you must evacuate, always bring your pets with you. If it’s not safe for you to be in your home, then it’s not safe for your pets. The best thing you can do to ensure the safety and well being of your pets is to be prepared.
Disaster Preparedness Checklist:
1. Find a Safe Place to Stay. This could be the home of a friend or family member, a shelter, or pet friendly lodging outside your immediate area.
A. Search for pet friendly lodging outside of your area ahead of time. Be sure to print out the list of accommodations in various nearby cities and keep it with your pet disaster preparedness kit.
B. Cotact local shelters to determine policies regarding pets. Most shelters do not accept family pets, and those that do have limits on the number of pets permitted.
C. Compile a list of animal shelters, animal boarding facilities and veterinarians that may provide safe shelter for your pets in an emergency.
2. Identify Your Evacuation Zone and Route. Determine the evacuation zone you are in so you’ll know when you have to evacuate and the recommended route. Evacuate to the safest location that’s as close to your home as possible. Traveling with a pet can sometimes cause slowdowns, so be sure to leave early enough to give yourself extra travel time.
3. Pet Identification (ID) Tags. In addition to your pet’s permanent ID tag, attach a temporary ID tag to your pet’s collar and include the address and phone number of your temporary shelter. If your pets are traveling in a carrier, be sure to secure identification to the travel carrier.
4. Line-up a Pet Sitter/Caregiver in your Absence. In the event a disaster strikes while you’re away from home, line-up a trusted person to look after your pets. Consider someone who lives or works close to your home. Be sure the caregiver is comfortable with your pets, knows the location of your pet disaster preparedness kit, and has access to your house.
5. Pet Rescue Alert Window Decal. Every home should be equipped with an emergency window decal at all times. It is a safety measure for everyday emergencies as well as disasters. If a disaster strikes when you’re not home and your caregiver is unable to reach your pets, this decal will alert rescue workers that pets are inside your home. If you and your pets must evacuate (and time permits) write “Evacuated†across the decal. Be sure it is visible to rescue workers, and that it includes the types and number of pets in your household.
6. Pet Disaster Preparedness Kit. Your pet’s disaster kit should contain everything your pets needs to survive and be as comfortable as possible until the danger passes. All of the items in the kit should be stored in a sturdy, waterproof carrier, that’s easy to carry. Keep your kit readily available so that it can be accessed quickly.
A. Your kit should include:
* Listing of pet friendly lodging
* Listing of shelters, pet boarding facilities and vets that may provide safe shelter for your pets.
* Food for a minimum of three days for each pet – kept in an airtight container. If you have canned food, include a manual can opener. Check expiration dates on canned and dry food and replenish as necessary.
* Bottled water for a minimum of seven days for each pet.
* Pet food and water travel bowls.
* Pet First Aid Kit
* A two week supply of medications that your pets require. Check dates on medications and replenish as necessary.
* Photocopies of medical records inside a waterproof container (zip lock baggie).
* Kitty litter box and litter.
* Disposable bags for pet waste.
* Extra collar, harness and leash as well as a pet transport carrier. Check that the carrier is secure so that your pets are safe and can not escape.
* Recent photos and description of your pets. If you become separated from your pets, this will help others identify them. Note if the pet(s) have a micro chip.
* Up-to-date pet information sheet. This document should include the name and address of your pet’s owner, vet, information on feeding schedules, medical conditions, and behavioral issues. Ensure your pet’s shots are current.
* Other items that might be helpful are: flashlight, blanket, newspapers, paper towels, plastic trash bags, grooming items, household bleach, outdoor yard stake and a long leash.
Remember, don’t wait until the last minute to prepare. Many disasters come without warning.
Summer is the time to come to the Smokies! Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg and Sevierville offer excellent summer vacation activities. Hidden Springs Property Rentals is your home away from home as you enjoy the area’s amusements, dining, shopping and adventures.
One of the best things to do in the summer in Pigeon Forge is Dollywood’s Kidsfest. Completely family-friendly and full of performances and all kinds of fun stuff, Dollywood has been doing Kidsfest for years and each year it gets better! This year we have Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 4D, The Gazillion Bubble Show, Penguin Group USA and much more in addition to the list of rides and interactive items Dollywood already has. Great for the young’uns! June 17th through August 8th, 2011.
Pigeon Forge has the wonderful Fourth of July Patriot Festival on July 4, 2011 at Patriot Park. Celebrate our nation’s independence during the Patriot Festival of Pigeon Forge. This event is a family friendly explosion of entertainment, food, fun and games, with fireworks! All of this will be presented against the backdrop of the beautiful Great Smoky
Mountains. Get set for an outstanding lineup of entertainment, a free Kids’ Karnival area and a tasty selection of foods.
All this can be yours and as easily as humanly possible with a summer reservation at Hidden Springs Resort. We also have great summer special deals!
Visit our web site at Hidden Springs Resort website or call us toll free at 1-888-477-8366.
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