NEW YORK (Reuters) – Dog-crazy Americans will soon be able to buy a pet-friendly car with a cushioned dog bed in the trunk, fitted with a built-in water bowl and fan and a ramp to help less agile dogs climb in.With the help of a rescue dog named Sammy, Japanese car maker Honda Motor Co unveiled the pet friendly version of its Element utility vehicle at the New York Auto Show.
It features easy-wash seat covers, a fitted dog bed with restraints to keep Sammy safe in the event of a crash, and a paw logo on the side. Honda said the car would go on sale across the United States from the fall of this year.
Honda spokesman Sage Marie said it was designed with both safety and comfort in mind. “(It’s) a car we think is of interest to many of today’s dog-crazy consumers,” he said.
Senior product planner James Jenkins said Americans spend $ 41 billion a year on their pets, a figure forecast to rise to $ 52 billion in two years, indicating a big market for the car.
“Pets have become more like family, more important to households than ever before,” Jenkins said.
The current model of the Element starts at a little over $ 20,000 and Honda has yet to determine how much the pet friendly features will add on to the price tag, Jenkins said.
Sammy’s owner, Heather Cammisa of the Humane Society of the United States, said she had borrowed the car for two weeks and found the ramp especially useful.
“Sammy actually needs a ramp. Before I adopted him he ended up at a shelter having been hit by a car and he needs that ramp,” she said. “Otherwise I lift him to get into my car.”
2013年9月24日星期二
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2013年9月23日星期一
January | 2010 | No Dog About It Blog
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Sometimes you just gotta see it for yourself
I found this cute video on YouTube of two foxes playing on a trampoline. No sound. No musical background. But, lots of fun. Not to mention a great observation of wild animals interacting with a human invention… the Trampoline. Enjoy!
Dogs: What To Expect As They Get Older
Aspen
The hardest part of owning a dog, besides potty and obedience training, is watching them get old. We want them to stay young forever; to be there with us as we get old. I certainly have experienced this with my first Sheltie, Alicia, and my last dog, Aspen. I grew up with Alicia and she with me. I saw her in her youth: running, walking, playing, and demonstrating an enthusiasm for life that I truly envied. Every day was a new day. Everything was fresh and new.
But suddenly, before I knew it, Alicia was moving slower, having difficulty navigating the stairs in our house, taking shorter walks, sleeping more than playing. It was then that I had to acknowledge that yes, my dog was getting older. This can be such a hard thing to accept (it certainly was for me) because when I finally started to admit that she was getting older I also had to admit that one day we would have to say goodbye to one another. For me, this is when the denial started to set in. There is nothing harder than saying goodbye, whether it be to a family member, friends or your furry companion. It’s one of life’s hardest lessons – nothing lasts forever.
So what should you expect as your dog gets older?
A change to her regular bathroom routine – As dogs age, they have a harder time holding it as long as they used to when they were younger. Chances are she will need to go to the bathroom more frequently. My Aspen experienced incontinence as she got older. I was willing to work around it, through mediation, but it’s something you need to be aware as your dog gets older.
Sensitivity to cold or heat – Older dogs have a much harder time with extreme cold or heat. Their bodies just can’t regulate as easily as when they were younger. As an owner, you will want to monitor your dog more closely when they are outside in these conditions and you will want to shorten your walks if you notice she is having a hard time.
Arthritis – In some dog breeds, this can be worse than others, but often you will notice it when your dog tries to get up or lie down or when he or she is going up stairs. He will have a more difficult time doing many other physical activities as well, including getting into taller vehicles. He may also have a harder time walking, and will walk slower than he did when he was younger. Keeping his nails clipped will help ease some walking issues, but consulting your vet about Glucosamine supplements or other options is a very good idea.
Increase in water intake – As your dog gets older, she has the potential to develop problems with her kidneys, liver or other organs. Many of these diseases can cause her to drink more water, so you will want to make sure you provide her with plenty of water as she gets older.
Loss of sight and sound -Just like our grandparents, older dogs often experience a loss of hearing and/or sight or both. Most often you will start to notice these changes when your dog starts sleeping more deeply than she did before. You may also notice that she doesn’t hear you when you enter the room or she may jump up suddenly and bark because she was startled when she didn’t hear you enter. Which leads me to the next change in behavior…
Barking more than usual – As your dog gets older and his hearing starts to go you may also notice an increase barking. Because your dog does not hear as well as he used to, he is more likely to be easily startled, especially if you come up behind him and he doesn’t hear you approaching. It can be scary to have someone suddenly appear behind you when you didn’t expect it! Your dog is going to be more easily startled out of a sound sleep as well. So, if you notice an increase in your dog’s barking, consider his age and whether or not his hearing is the issue.
There are plenty of other behavior changes that you should be aware of as your dog starts to age. Talk to your veterinarian about what to expect and what health issues commonly accompany older dogs.
Here are some great websites and articles for more info:
Caring for Senior Pets
How long pets live and why it matters anyway
Senior Dogs: Common Behavior Changes
Adopted Cats and Dogs: To rename or not?
I think what always surprised me was when people would rename a dog or cat after they adopted them. I’ve always believed that I should let my newly adopted dog or cat keep its given name (especially when the dog or cat came from another home) because it seemed less confusing for them. Since they were already adjusting to a new home and a new owner, the last thing I wanted to do was make them adjust to a new name too. Thus, my cats,Nick and Sebastian, kept their names as did Indy, Aspen and Daisy. Jasper (and his sister, Jasmine) I named myself because they had come from a pet store and were never given names.
But, I know that my opinion is only that, mine. I’d be interested in hearing what others think. Did you change your dog or cat’s name after you adopted him or her? If so, why? What name did you change it to? Is there a story behind your dog or cat’s new name? I’d love to hear it!
As a side note, MSNBC recently published the Most Popular cat and dog names of 2009. They also published the Most Unusual dog and cat names. Pretty interesting stuff. Check it out!
2013年9月22日星期日
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“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.
2013年9月19日星期四
Pet Friendly Rentals » Blog Archive » Potential short term pet accomodation in Brusselton WA
Pet Friendly Rentals Blog
Potential short term pet accomodation in Brusselton WA
April 15, 2009 – 12:17 pm
Jan Newcombe, a very generous and kind hearted soul from Brusselton Western Australia has made her house available to accomodate a dog for a short term stay if needed.
This is from Jan in an email.
I live in Abbey a suburb of Busselton West Australia. I am an avid dog lover with a large backyard and the added advantage of living a block from the beautiful Geographe Bay, which is a dog friendly beach. I have previously had much loved dogs at my home, so consequently my backyard is “dog friendly†and very secure. If I can help out with a short term stay to assist someone getting a rental, I am happy to do so.
Kind regards
Jan Newcombe
If you’re having a problem finding a rental and simply need a bit more time, then you can send an email to Jan at newcombe@westnet.com.au
Thanks again Jan for your generous offer!
Pet Friendly Rentals » Blog Archive » Real Estate.com.au now has pet friendly search feature!
Pet Friendly Rentals Blog
Real Estate.com.au now has pet friendly search feature!
April 14, 2010 – 7:35 am
The day has finally arrived! The new Real Estate.com.au website has been completely revamped and includes a pet friendly search feature!
How it works is you:
- Choose your basic search criteria (location, property type, bedrooms etc)
- Once the first page of search results load, choose the Refine Search By form to select “Pets allowedâ€
Is this the be all and end all solution for renting pet owners?
Unfortunately it isn’t as our research shows that many properties that would accept an application from a pet owner are not identified as “pet friendlyâ€. Therefore the ability to do a normal search that brings back all properties but highlighting “pet friendly†properties (as our search tool does) is still the best and most comprehensive way to search.
This means I’ll be working hard to get our Pet Friendly Search Tool working again ASAP.
The Pet Friendly Rentals search tool will now be free to download
As Domain.com.au and Real Estate.com.au now have a pet friendly search feature, the downloading of the search tool will be free from this point on. While the search tool still provides value, it is won’t be essential in all cases and now is more of an additional feature when searching for pet friendly rentals.
Cheers,
Ryan
2013年9月17日星期二
Good Dog Podcast Blog » Blog Archive » Pet Friendly Restaurants
Pet Friendly Restaurants
Ever wonder why it’s OK to bring your dog to dinner in Paris but not in any American city? Hear all about pet-friendly restaurants in this episode of the “Good Dog†podcast with Josh Clark and Chuck Bryant and hosts of the podcast “Stuff You Should Know†and writers/editors at HowStuffWorks.com.
Tags: bad dog, dog behavior, dog friendly restaurants, dog podcast, jo anne green, joan green, pet food, restaurants with dogs
2013年9月13日星期五
January | 2009 | Nellie Monster"s Blog
Deerfield Lodge: Lady with her Humans at dog-friendly Lake Tahoe Ski Resort
My cousin Lady (the yellow lab above) just sent me pictures from her vacay in Lake Tahoe! She stayed at the Deerfield Lodge at Heavenly – where she saw snow! OH – I know I’m just a dog and I’ve gone to some cool dog-friendly places – but I’ve never seen snow… and it sounds amazing!
Anyway, Lady had a great time. When her humans were skiing, she was allowed full-roam of the hotel room – though she spent most of her time relaxing on a comfy blanket-covered leather couch! And a nice girl would come and take her for a walk while everyone was at the slopes! Lady says she didn’t mind being left alone during the day because she knew the dog walker would visit and even call her humans on their cell phone thingies if anything super important came up.
There were also the doggie amenities! Dog treats upon check in along with a coupon to the onsite doggie boutique store! Convenient doggie poop stations! Lady also got to hang out in the lobby during happy hour – which featured wine and snacks for the humans every afternoon!
All the rooms on the ground level floor were dog friendly – which was great because Lady said her bedroom door led right into the open courtyard! Many dogs were allowed to run around offleash, but I’m sure Lady stayed onleash – she’s notorious for giving chase to anything that moves!
Dog friendly hotel: Lady lounges slopeside at pet-friendly lodge in Lake Tahoe
View From the Top of Dog-Friendly Douglas Preserve
Being a dog in the great outdoors is great. And being an off-leash dog in the great outdoors is even better!
That’s why I love going dog friendly hikes on the Wilcox Trail, which leads up to the Douglas Preserve. This wide open 70-acre park hugs the cliffs above the dog friendly beach at Hendry’s and has spectacular panoramic views. Not to mention, dogs can roam around the trails off leash! Did I mention how much I love being off leash?
There’s tons of interesting wilderness to sniff and explore. And when you get to the top of the coastal bluffs, there’s a doggie water fountain ready to quench your thirst! The walks loops around for about 1 mile and you can enjoy dramatic views from many points along the hike!
Enjoying an Off Leash Hike with My New Friend!
Directions: From U.S. 101 in Santa Barbara, exit on Las Positas Road and follow it 1.5 miles south (toward the ocean) to its terminus at Cliff Drive. Turn right and turn into parking lot of adjacent Arroyo Burro Beach County Park.
You can also follow Cliff Drive east (down-coast) to Mesa Lane and turn right. Just before the lane reaches its end at the Mesa Lane coastal access way, turn right onto Borton. Turn left onto Linda. Street parking is available.
Douglas Preserve: The Great Outdoors is Dog Friendly Again!
Neliie Monster says Take a Hike!
Off Leash at Dog Friendly Hendry’s Beach
One of the best places in the world to be a dog is Hendry’s Beach (also known as Arroyo Burro Beach)! That’s because we rule the place and can legally frolic off leash there! Well, at least east of the slough. (Dogs must be on-leash west of the slough.) It’s this magical place where my humans can’t cramp my style!
Imagine a doggie paradise where the sun, sand, surf, smelly seaweed all come together in perfect harmony! Some dogs love chasing the birds but I prefer looking out for dolphins and abandoned picnics! And best of all, Emilia and Nick can do their own thing while I run free.
It can get pretty busy when the weather is nice – which is most days in Santa Barara. I know, I’m a lucky dog.
Also, there’s what looks like a pretty nice restaurant there (not dog friendly) and free parking right off Cliff Drive.
I know Emilia somestimes sneaks off to Hendry’s without me to go to the Boathouse restaurant – she comes home smelling like sunset and Rum Punch.
Dogs rule the beach!