Miko on Heat

Miko had her first menstruation last week. We are so excited as she is finally a grown up gal. I do notice she is more tired and wanted more attention than usual. We are not prepare with any menstruation panty so my sister-in-law introduces some impromptu wear for her. She got an "iPad" for Christmas; we put a panty liner over a face mask and wear it between her tummy and tail.

















I also manage to get a liner to overlay her princess bed to prevent any staining. You can actually get it from the Daiso. I shower her twice a week as she is tend to smell a bit "fishy"

















Managed to get the following 10 Most Asked Questions when a Dog in Heat.
1. What is heat?
Heat is more properly called the estrous cycle. During this cycle, female dogs may get pregnant. It's equivalent to human menstruation.
2. What are the symptoms?
Females bleed from the vagina sometimes with swelling of the vulva and increased urination. Don't expect bleeding comparable to a human female.For small dogs, it's usually not much and you may need to pay close attention to your puppy to identify her first cycle. Other than the bleeding, the most noticeable symptom may be male dogs hanging around your house.
3. When does a dog come into heat?
The average female dog has her first cycle about six months of age. A few dogs start earlier and few dogs later, even as late as 14-months.If you have a new female puppy, you should watch her and note when she has her first cycle. If she's 14-months old and still hasn't been in heat, you should take her to a veterinarian.
4. How long does the heat cycle last?
The average is three weeks or 21-days. In some dogs, it lasts only two weeks while others go four weeks.
5. How often will she be in heat?
Most female dogs have regular cycles usually every six to eight months. It's quite typical to be in heat twice a year.
6. When can she get pregnant?
She can get pregnant only when in heat. Some breeders test for progesterone levels to identify the most fertile days but the rule-of-thumb is that the most fertile days are 11-15 of her cycle. Note - when she's in heat, the average dog will permit any male dog to mount her. Few females, however, will accept a male when they're not in heat.
7. Can she get pregnant her first cycle?
Yes. However, responsible breeders generally would not breed a dog that early. For one thing, you need to do genetic testing and some serious problems such as hip conditions do not show up until a dog is approximately 2-years of age.
8. Can I take her on walks during this cycle?
Yes with care. She has no problem with the exercise but she's a walking magnet for male dogs. Even the best trained and behaved female dog will succumb to hormones. You can't trust her off a leash or out of your control. Never let her outside by herself even in a fenced yard if there is any possibility of male dogs nearby. For walks, if there are male dogs in your neighborhood, it's a good idea to take your dog in your car and drive to a remote area. Take her for the walk there and drive back home. Otherwise, the scent of her urine and vaginal discharge will blaze a trail to your home.
9. When I can have her spayed?
People used to be told to let their dog go through at least one cycle or let them have one litter. Today, veterinarians are doing it much earlier. Some vets spay as early as 6-weeks of age! Talk to your veterinarian about your dog and the vet's preferences. The state of veterinary medicine also is much improved over the past 25-years.
10. If I don't have her spayed, will she go through menopause?
No. Her fertility may decline but she will not go through menopause comparable to a human's. She won't lose her ability to become pregnant even as a senior so if you don't want to her to have any (or more) litters, she must be spayed.

How did you spend your Christmas?

I had a long Christmas break this year. I was off from work from 24-Dec-10 to 27-Dec-10. Thanks to the new company policy. Attended 3 Christmas gatherings.
1. A group friends checked in to the hotel and spend a wonderful Christmas count down. We ordered Tim Sum.. See that Nor Mi Kai (replace Turkey)
Manage to spot me? I have a new Mui Mui bag...

2. Followed by family gathering at my brother's cozy house. Its a perfect pot luck and spontaneous games played by everyone.
We have curry, spaghetti, kong ba bao, chicken wing, salad, sushi and Wine

3. Had a 5 hours non-stop singing at the karaoke with my sisters cum colleagues.

December Craze

I will be organizing two Christmas gatherings this year and have yet to buy a single Christmas present for gift exchange. This year I am telling myself not to get present for my friends as they have want they need. I intent to donate to the needy instead.

If you have no idea what to buy here are some tips for you:
* Bake some cookies and pack them in nice bottle
* Nice diaries for 2011
* Moisture for feet
* Nice coffee cup
* Small FM radio to put in the office
OMG these are all what I need.. Wahaha

Have you start planning your 2011 goals?
I have done my refection of what I have done for this whole year in 3 hours run last weekend. Told myself this would be the last run. No more running for an old woman like me. I better concentrate on practicing Bikram Yoga; which I have did it for the last 2 years. I have set my goal for next year. Just sign up a Yoga club and it's for LIFE.. Yes I am going to do yoga for life. If you haven't tried doing one please do so.
I have also plan up some courses to attend to improve my grooming skill. Hope to learn some creative grooming soon. There will be more promotion from Miss Groomer too. Stayed Tune!

There are so many things to do in December.. But not forgetting saying a big THANK YOU for your friendship and invaluable support. May the season bring you Joy, Good Health and Prosperity.

Its Miko's Birthday


Miko is finally one. We invited some friends to our place and had a wonderful Birthday celebration. The theme is: Bring a Dog. All guest must bring a dog and dress up to get the "Red Carpet Award"

Here are the Doggie friends.. Milkie and FiFi
I think the cake is really yummy

Its soooo hard to get every one look at the Camera
We have Miko the birthday gal, Milkie, Fifi, Lala and Honda

Eye Opener at SKC

Another round of help up for Action for Dog at Singapore Expo during SKC competition


This Great Dane attract big crowd

Haven't figure out what breed is this...??



Saluki


I will try this continental clip on Miko one day..


If I have a big house I want to a Afghan Hound.. So graceful

Think Positive

Positive training is far more effective than using punishment or negative techniques, which can lead to behaviour suppression and welfare issues. Your pup will be much happier for it and see you as a source of security rather than fear and worry.

Using punishment and other negative techniques, such as physically restraining your pup or even ignoring him for long periods of time can result in him suppressing his nature behaviors and becoming fearful, frustrated and confused. He may develop a feeling of depression and helplessness, where he gives up on ever getting anything right and eventually lead to unpredictably aggressive behavior. This is obviously not what you want for your kid.

How positive training work.
There are four simple steps to successful
1. When your pup does something good for example, toilet at the right place - reward him with praise and perhaps a food treat to encourage him to repeat the behaviour in the future. This is known as positive experience (praise and a treat) to 'reinforce' the desired behaviour.
2. When your pup displays unwanted behaviour, don't punish him or tell him off. Such negative action doesn't help and will simply upset him. It can also encourage him to repeat the unwanted behaviour, by drawing attention to it. If you ignore his mistake, the behaviour is more likely to fade over time.
3. Avoid situations where unwanted behaviour is likely to occur; for example, take your pup outside regularly to toilet so that he is likely to feel the need to do so in the house
4. Encourage him in a behaviour you do want rather than preventing one you don't - take your pup outside at frequent intervals rather than shouting at him if he tries to toilet in your house

Using these techniques to reward wanted behaviours and discourage unwanted ones will help you develop a trusting relationship with your puppy and increase his sense of security and well-being when he is with you.

Earthlings - Make the Connection


A night of self reflection. Went for a screening organization by Petopia to celebrate the World Vegan Day with my best sisters.
It reflects the interconnectedness between nature, animals and humans. After the show we will go for salads for the time being. The pain that those animals have to gone thru to provide we human being with food, entertainment, companion and clothing are a painful process. Let's remember we reap what you sow!





Games with your pup

I was planning for Miko’s Birthday party and here are some fun ideas that I found that you can play with your pup. Just because it rains it doesn't mean that your dog has to spend his whole day sleeping. Dogs always want to play, so you should try playing these games and later try inventing a few more for the sake of yourself and your dog.

Playing hide and seek:
Dogs can find toy, food and people inside the house very well. Playing hide and seek is just as easy to play with people as to play with things that your dog especially likes. Ask your dog to wait for you in a room while you hide a toy or dog cookie (or even yourself) in another. Try not to make it very difficult to find in the beginning and encourage him to find it, and act totally surprised when he finds it. You can start making it harder for him every time as he goes getting better. For example, teaching him to find different things. There are dogs that can find up to a grain of rice if trained too.

Earning their food:
Wild canines hunt for their food, but for house dog eating is much more boring, since all they have to do is come to their bowl and gobble down what ever we serve them. If you want eating to be a little more exiting for your dog, you can make him work a bit for his food if he eats dry fodder for example you can spread them around the house and make him have to chase them or even look for them in order to eat them. You'll see how the more he learns the game the more he'll be grateful for food and wag his tail a lot more. If he eats canned food, you can also play this game like this: divide his food in extremely small rations and locate them all around the house in small bowls. Some dogs can even be trained to return the bowls to the kitchen after he finds them.

The candy and the mug
Place an old plastic cup or mug facing down covering an especially delicious candy. Your puppy knows where it is, and all he has to do is find a way to get the candy from under the mug with out your help. Some dogs move the mug with their legs, some with their muzzle; some even pick it up using their teeth. Any method used is allowed as long as it's done without your help.

Trace a scent:
Training a dog to trace a scent like a hound is extremely fun for the both of you. Any dog can track something, because they have that natural born instinct to smell and chase those scents that are all around us. In order to teach your dog to track you got to make it easy at the beginning. One day, at the crack of dawn when your dog can't see you go outside to the garden and prepare the 1st exercise. The best thing is to walk all over the grass, because it will be easier for your dog to follow your scent trail over the stomped grass. Walk 10 steps in a straight line and leave him a treat in the floor. Wait 10 min before letting your dog out, although on the leash to take him to the starting point. Let your dog take you to the prize and then let him eat it or just praise him for getting there. In the beginning, most dogs will look for the prize visually instead of using their sense of smell. So you'll have to orient him by keeping his head down and so he will actually use his nose to find it. When he finally gets the rules of the game you can start making the trail a lot longer. There will come a time when he will have no other choice than to use his sense of smell since he won't be able to see it. When he finds his treasure you must let him eat it, and praise him for his feat.

** Serious!! We have to stop cutting down trees

I got this email.. and this is really funny

Bones for dogs



At time people will share what they eat to their pets. Bones are the popular one. Same goes for my dad; he will gave Gigi (my previous dog some bones) after he finished up the meat may it be Bak Kut or drum sticks. There was once we have to rush Gigi to the vet after some serious vomit and diarrhea of bloody stuff. We then realized that some broken bones were stuck in her stomach. We didn’t know that bones are unsafe no matter what their size. Giving your dog a bone may make your pet a candidate for a trip to the veterinarian later, possible emergency surgery or even death.
We all think it is natural for dogs to chew on bones. However, it’s a dangerous practice and can cause serious injury to our furry friend.
Here are where the bones may go:
1. Broken teeth
2. Mouth or tongue injuries
3. Lower jaw
4. Esophagus (the tube that food travels through to reach the stomach)
5. Windpipe (Accidentally inhales small piece of bone)
6. Stomach
Find other alternative such as apple or other bone like products made with materials that are safe for dogs to chew on.

5 Tips to improve pet photography


1. Change angles

Most pet photos are taken from the perspective of a human being looking sown while the pet looks up. Try something different and get down at their level or if they’re moving, pan with the, as you take the shot.

2. Stick with natural light.

Turn off the camera flash camera flashes are evil. They flatten everything out, cast harsh shadows and are the source of the infamous glowing green pet eyes. If you have to use a flash go with an off-camera one and bounce the light off a ceiling or wall (sound very chim)

3. Stay out of direct sun and shoot in the morning or late afternoon

Contrary to popular belief, bright sunlight is not a photographer’s friend. It wreaks havoc with your exposure and you typically end up with lots of nasty shadows in places you don’t want them. Avoid photographing subjects outside in direct light except first thing in the morning or in the late afternoon before sunset when the light is angled low.

4. Don’t wait for the perfect moment and don’t afraid to take lots of shots

Most of us are shooting digital these days so you can essentially take as many pictures as you want. With pets, unpredictability is the rule of law. You never know how a shoot is going to go. All you can do is be there and hope you catch the moment. This requires taking a lot of shorts in quick sequence and culling through them later for the best one.

5. Make sure you edit yourself

Some of the most important work happens after you shoot. It sounds cliché but less is more. Limit what you show people to only the very best.

From Mark Rogers; a San Francisco-based professional pet photographer.

Farm Day

We went to a colleague's dog farm for some gathering and
here are some lovely pictures that Xian Xian and Nana took..

Samoyed

I groomed a Samoyed-Shadow last weekend. It brought me sleepless night as my muscle ache so badly that I have to take pain killer to make me to sleep. I spend about 4 hours to remove the under coat, shower, remove some ticks and blow dried the dog.
Shadow has solid, muscular frame covered in a thick white double coat. Its broad, wedge-shaped head has a tapered muzzle and erect, triangular ears. Its eyes, lips and nose are black. Its strong neck leads down to a deep chest, short back and a well-plumed tail that curls over the back.
Samoyed can live as long as 16 years. Common health issues include hip problem, skin allergies and an eye problem. The Samoyed’s fluffy coat, which tends to shed heavily, does require some attention. Brush it daily and give it the occasional bath. The Samoyed needs a daily walk to stay healthy, but go easy on hot days: This dog is better suited for cooler climates. With a mostly gentle indoor manner, it will be perfectly happy in an apartment. They tend to bond with its master, but it loves everyone in the family—especially children. In fact, the Samoyed loves everyone it meets. For this reason, it might not make the best watchdog. Don’t leave this canine alone for too long: It might get bored and start to chew things.

Welsh Corgi

The Welsh corgi originated in Wales. Two distinct breeds are recognized: the Pembroke Welsh corgi and Cardigan Welsh corgi, with the Pembroke being the more common.
There are two breeds of Welsh corgis, the Cardigan and the Pembroke, each named for the counties in Wales where they originated. The only difference to those unfamiliar with the breed often appears to be that the Cardigan Welsh corgi has a tail, while the Pembroke does not. However, closer examination of the two breeds reveals differences in bone structure, body length, and overall size that indicate separate origins.

Cardigans are the larger of the two breeds, with large rounded ears and a foxy, flowing tail of moderate length set in line with the body. Though it is allowed more colors than the Pembroke, white should not predominate the coat. The Cardigan is a double-coated dog. The outer coat is dense, slightly harsh in texture, and of medium length. The dog's undercoat is short, soft, and thick. The breed stands about 12" at the shoulder and weighs in at approximately 30 lbs. The Cardigan is sturdy, tough, mobile, alert, active, intelligent, steady, and neither shy nor aggressive.



















The Pembroke’s head is fox-like and the tail short, which can be accomplished through breeding or docking. Historically, the Pembroke was a breed with a natural bob tail (a very short tail), and today, if the Pembroke has a tail at all, it is usually curly. Due to the advent of tail docking in dogs, the bob tail was not aggressively pursued, with breeders focusing instead on other characteristics, and the tail artificially shortened if need be. Given that some countries now ban docking, breeders are again attempting to select dogs with the genes for natural bob tails. Pembrokes stand 10 to 12 inches and weigh approximately 28 lbs.

Great Event At WCP

It was pouring heavily in the morning. There are still dog lovers carrying their lovely ones to the event. Everywhere was muddy.. I guess the dogs will enjoy their mud spa, games and goodies.
I was there to help up the Action for Dog Singapore(ASDS). All the sales will go to the shelter for abundant dogs. They do need a lot of volunteers. Do check it out it their website.

National Dog Walk 2010



Dear Doggie Lovers
Bring your families and doggies to this National Event on 5 Sep 2010 at West Coast Park, Grand Lawn (the park where McDonalds is) from 9am to 7pm. Participate in the Fun Events and Competitive Games for you and your doggies. Play games at the game stalls, rides for your kids, food, drinks, candy floss, swimming pool for your furkids.
Last weekend for Pre-registrations on 28 Aug 2010 from 11am to 8pm at Lot 1 (outside McDonalds) and City Square Mall (outside Pet Lovers Centre). Only Pre-Registrants will be entitled to Lucky Draws, T-Shirt and Goodie Coupons. Additional Lucky Draw if you purchased the Carnival Coupon at $10 at the Pre-registration booths, all redeemable at the Carnival. Free shuttle bus service from/to Pasir Panjang Wholesale market bus-stop / West Coast Park, Grand Lawn on 5 Sep 2010 from 11am to 6pm for ALL (dogs allowed on the bus) who come in the National Dog Walk & Carnival 2010 T-Shirt.
On-line Registration for the 5 Sep 2010 Event (not entitled to Lukcy Draw) and Competitive Games IS NOW OPEN !
Visit www.nationaldogwalk.sg for more details.

My Record- Six in a Roll

My highest record is to groom 6 dogs in a day. Started at 11.00 hrs and end at 17.30 hrs
That’s my biggest achievement; I have groomed one Toy Poodle, one Shih Tzu, one Westie, one Maltese and one Schnauzer.

“Awful” things that happened

Should it be awful or awesome?

1. This morning I was stuck in the train for 20 minutes (the door just not closing) and miss my transport to work. My cab fare ends up being $23. Heart Pain!!

2. We have some “separation exercise” in the company on Tuesday. Some 27 colleagues are asked to leave within 2 hours. My direct boss is leaving today and his boss is leaving end of the month. Some mixed feeling. New organization will be announced today and we have some small celebration. My friend was asking “You mean Tuesday there was Retrenchment and Thursday you have Celebration?”

3. Have been enjoying good food for these 2 weeks.
Last Friday farewell lunch - Buffet
Tuesday farewell lunch at – Thai Buffet, birthday celebration dinner- Crab feast
Thursday birthday celebration dinner – Seafood
Friday farewell dinner – Seafood Buffet
And next week Sawadeka! Oh dear my cholesterol’s going to shoot up again.

4. Shooter Shooter!! Have been playing the mahjong shooter game lately and oh god I am hook. I have been winning lately.. Smiling

5 Things that make me smile

1. It’s been a long time we have our family reunion. My sister staying in US was back to visit us and to celebrate my dad’s birthday. We have not seen her for half a year. The really good thing is she is 6 months pregnant and I am going to have a nephew in a few months time. My mum cooked good food and herb and we are lucky to have some of her share.

2. I spend the last two weekends finished watching a “Chinese” series show. The man that introduce the DVD said this is a good movies which I will not regard watching. After watching chapter 15, I skip every chapter. It’s a sad ending though.

3. After Sunday class, we went to an ex-colleague house warming at Marine Parade. Have been wandering where the properties there are always expensive.. Maybe the wind is different.. (Hai Feng). I brought Miko along and she is really a Super Star. She was really well-liked by everyone. Performing her usual tricks and her act cute face made those guests hugged and curdled her so much.

4. It was a tiring a week. I did yoga on Tuesday, jogged on Thursday and swam on Friday. I groomed 3 dogs yesterday. I can feel my body really aching. (Pasted those pain relief patches all over my back) Soon after the grooming, I rushed home, shower and head to my usual massage center. Thanks Sam.. It’s really a good one.

5. Managed to buy 2 pairs of shoes last week. It’s been 3 months since I bought my last pair of shoe. Women are always bags and Shoes, bags and Shoes. I have not been able to get a nice pair of shoe lately. My philosophy is throw one and get three. When I enter a shoe shop, I will scan through and I really have the “mood” I can get one or two in that shop. It will make my day, but when I head home I will have to scratch my head where to store them.

Do you have tImE?

I have this habit of reading something while doing “business” Usually I will bring along newspaper, emails or SOP into that cubical and enjoying the section. I read an article this morning on “Pet lovers learn art of animal speaks” People are learning to communicate with their pooch thru a 2 to 5 days workshop and it cost about $450 to $2000. Learning their body language and understand their behavior. How often do you spend time with your furry kid? Do you really need to spend money learning their language and shouldn’t they be learning our language instead?
If you do spend time with them, you will definitely understand them better. I do spend about 2 hours a day with Miko. I will talk to her by asking how she spends her day; showing my love and concern by massaging, playing or walking her around the neighborhood. She will have her “bed time story”; training before going to bed.
I have learnt to know her better from our daily connection. I know her timing for toilet and her restless face will tell me she is tired after a long day and she will sleep before me. Share with them more of your time and not regret one day.

Heard about the new on the student kicking and hitting the teacher? I got an inside news from a friend who is teaching in that school. The girl is a normal secondary 2 student, who need attention. She is not mad but need special attention. She used to stand on chair and “meow” to get attention from friends and teacher. There are instructions from the principal to ignore and leave that girl alone. Will it worsen when we leave them alone?
Is it really that difficult to educate a child compare from our days? We get cane when we do something wrong but I don’t think now the parent know when the kid are in the wrong. Teacher can no longer cane the kid unless it is public caning for serious mistake. Is it the children or parents’ fault? Coming back to the time issue! This could be the price and cost of fighting for every dollar in exchange for a stressful life.

Plan B

Woke up and saw lighting flashing outside the window this morning. OMG another wet day. The recent accident that killed the 32 yrs old man had made people feeling insecure to drive during rainy day. With the floods and jams making the public transport more preferable. If it is raining cats and dogs you might want to consider leaving your car at home for a rest and take train to work.

Weather broadcast the rain will continue for another 4 more days. We have to start executing plan B. People starts pointing fingers here and there on what causes those floods to happen more frequent than before. Have we starts thinking about what we have done to our mother earth? The pollution that we have produce and dump is making her really sick.
Dog lovers like you and me, remember to pick up the poo that your doggy had made. This is just a little bit of help that we can give.

Ballet Ballet

Ballet under the stars

Oh we are watch this Sunday and will sneak Miko into our picnic basket.

How are you Miko?

Miko is going 8months soon. I have started to plan how we should celebrate her 1st birthday. I am thinking of inviting some of her friends and my friends to a picnic party in the park. Making some cookies and foods for the friends and fury kids. My friends are very sporting as they have already plan what to wear on that day..
Basically Miko has a good temperament. We have not heard her really bark except she sees some “unfriendly stuff”. She is well-liked by friends and neighbours. She is a good companion when I was resting at home. She picks up quite a few tricks such as; sit, up, high five, down, bang (dead)and shake hand. She started attending obedience class at AMK. Every Sunday morning we look forward to her class as she will have lots of yummy treats when she does it correctly. The only worries I have in that class is her getting ticks easily. I tend to check on her body and legs more often.
Initially she was feed on dry mix with canned food and refuse to eat after few months and her weight maintain at 1.3kg. I have to cook her some special meal; (Brown rice + broccoli + carrot + pork + cheese) and it tastes quite alike the bake rice that we eat at Swenson. I weight her today and she is 1.7kg.
She walked about 3 times a week for about half an hour around the neighbourhood. She has made quite a few friends and one of them is a Hachi the Husky. I notice most of the big dogs will give in to her. They would walk side by side during their walk (its very sweet!!) will take down some pictures the next time.
This is one of the video taken on her 2nd day of class. We shall see whether there are improvements at the last lesson then.

What is the possibility??

It’s been quite a while since the last update of my blog. Sorry to my "zhong shi" readers. I am very lost lately.
I had a minor surgery in May10 to remove a dermoid cyst in my ovary. Cyst is very common to female. I have few colleagues who have been to such surgery and have been giving tips to get me prepared. Rested for a month; quite torturing initially as I can't really do much thing except reading, watching movies and some stock transaction at home. After the 3rd week of MC, I went shopping, high tea, Mani Pedi, attending seminar on weekday (like a “Tai Tai).
I am fully charged when I am back at work.
Sad to say.. My energy was used up after my 3rd week of work. I get very sick with my work. Well the company organization chart will be out in August. Somehow we already know how we will end up. Our boss will be going off with the good package offered.
I feel aimless (not because of my boss definitely) with my work and passion. My friends suggest that I should go for holiday or back to my usual exercise.
I have missed my 21km Sundown Run in May due to the surgery. I am going for 10km Shape Run in July and 21km Stand Chart Run in Dec. I used to jog 2-3 times a week and attend hot yoga classes twice a week. See I am super active right!!
I have started my first run this week and will be training for my 21km soon after the Shape Run. I will be back on my yoga mat in Aug10. Hopefully my mind will be back to track soon. Oh not forgetting a get away trip in Aug10.

I love Rain

Its been raining almost every day lately. I do enjoy Rain + Work + Coffee + Music.
I love rain when I am working. Maybe when the sky is dark, the lights in the office actually brighten up the place making it a nice environment. Hopefully it will stop before 5pm.

Summer Time


Weather is getting Hot Hot and Hot!!! Personally I can’t stand this weather. Putting sunscreen is a Must Have. Same goes for your pet. Make sure they have enough water and sunscreen. . Protect sensitive skin while you jog, bike, run or go to the dog park with our pet sunscreen. Any time your dog is exposed to more than 30 minutes of sun, he or she could be at risk of sunburn. Even though dogs have coats, pale-skinned dogs and those with short coats can be exposed to the sun. Even shelties, collies and other dogs with minimal skin in their noses can be at risk.

Like humans, pets should have sun block applied to sun-sensitive areas such as tips of ears, nose the belly and groin areas that typically have sparse hair coverage and thinner skin. Additionally, many people get "summer cuts" for their cats and dogs to reduce matting and keep the pets comfortable in the summer heat. .
What products are safe to use for pets? It should be remembered that dogs and especially cats are adept at licking off topical lotions, sprays and creams. These substances can be toxic for dogs and especially for cats. It was once recommended that anything safe for human babies would be OK to use on pets with supervision (let the lotion soak in before licking can occur), and that is still true, but with the following considerations in mind. Please consult with your veterinarian prior to using any human products or medications on your pet. It is very important to read all instructions and directions before applying any product to your pet.

Useful Tip to share- Apple Cider Vinegar for Dogs

I have read about this article written by Wendy Volhard.
Helps on dogs or cats that have itchy skin, hot spot, smelly ears, or is picky about his food. The application of Apple Cider Vinegar may change things around.

1. For poor appetite, use it in the food - 1 tablespoon, two times a day for a 50 lb. dog. For itchy skin or beginning hot spots, put ACV into a spray bottle, part the hair and spray on. Any skin eruption will dry up in 24 hours and will save you having to shave the dog. If the skin is already broken, dilute ACV with an equal amount of water and spray on.
Taken internally, ACV is credited with maintaining the acid/alkaline balance of the digestive tract. To check your dog's pH balance, pick up some pH strips at the pharmacy and first thing in the morning test the dog's urine. If it reads anywhere from 6.2 - 6.5, your dog's system is exactly where it should be. If it is 7.5 or higher, the diet you are feeding is too alkaline, and ACV will re-establish the correct balance.

2. If you have a dog that has clear, watery discharge from the eyes, a runny nose, or coughs with a liquid sound, use ACV in his or her food. One teaspoon twice a day for a 50 lb. dog will do the job.

3. After your weekly grooming sessions, use a few drops in his or her ears after cleaning them to avoid ear infections. Other uses for ACV are the prevention of muscle weakness, cramps, feeling the cold, calluses on elbows and hock joints, constipation, bruising too easily, pimples on skin surfaces, twitching of facial muscles, sore joints, arthritis and pus in the urine. There are also reports that it is useful in the prevention of bladder and kidney stones.

4. Fleas, flies, ticks and bacteria, external parasites, ring worm, fungus, staphylococcus, streptococcus, pneumococcus, mange, etc., are unlikely to inhabit a dog whose system is acidic inside and out. Should you ever experience any of these with your dog, bathe with a nice gentle herbal shampoo -- one that you would use on your own hair -- rinse thoroughly, and then sponge on ACV diluted with equal amounts of warm water. Allow your dog to drip dry. It is not necessary to use harsh chemicals for minor flea infestations. All fleas drown in soapy water and the ACV rinse makes the skin too acidic for a re-infestation. If you are worried about picking up fleas when you take your dog away from home, keep some ACV in a spray bottle, and spray your dog before you leave home, and when you get back.

ACV normalizes the pH levels of the skin, makes your dog unpalatable to even the nastiest of bacteria and you have a dog that smells like a salad, a small price to pay!

Why does Dogs eat their poop?


Have you seen dogs eating their own poop? It’s because the dog is lacking certain digestive enzymes. When this occurs, the dog will eat his own stool, to conserve those much needed enzymes. Studies have shown that insufficient vitamin B1 can cause stool eating. So its time for you to change its diet.

Other reason maybe your dog is left alone all day, with little very human contact, and very little to do; their only choice for self-entertainment may be to play with and eat their own poop. Imagine if you were cooped up in the house all day with nothing to do; you would go a bit crazy as well. Try giving them some toys that they can self entertain them while nobody is around.

I have customers who will turn their TV or radio on to keep their dogs company when they are not around. (One day your dog maybe able to sing that "Lady Gage’s song after listening for many times" LOL)
Bored dogs will often develop behavioural issues and cause significant property damage. It is important to walk your dog regularly (preferably every day) and to provide interesting toys and activities to keep his mind sharp and engaged.
My dogs work for her food, either by performing dog obedience commands, or through interactive toys. If you provide a lot of alternative activities for your dog, he will be less likely to find unacceptable entertainment on his own, including eating his poop.

Anal Glands


Every dog has two anal glands or sacs, near the rectum. These sacs are sometimes called scent glands, and may be a way dogs identify each other. Hence, the tendency for nose-to-rear sniffing. The secretion that comes out is liquid and brownish. Anal sacs can also be emptied as the result of sudden contraction of the anal sphincter-when the dog is frightened or upset for example. Soft stools are a primary cause of malfunctioning glands. When the sacs do not empty normally, they can become impacted and infected. Your pooch may be giving you a clue that she is having anal gland trouble if she scoots on her rear, or bites her tail, rump, or rear as though in pain. Over-full glands can be relieved by a quick expression of the fluid by hand; infected glands will require antibiotic therapy. Your furry kid will normally get their anal glands expressed at every grooming so check with your groomer on this.

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The Power of Giving

I have this habit of buying a book from the airport whenever I went on holiday. The last trip to Hainan Island with my parent, I bought a book called “The power of giving by Azim Jamal & Harvey McKinnon"

It’s an inspirational book that give valuable advice. “Giving does more than just improve the lives of others; it affects our own lives. When most of us think of giving, we usually think only in terms of time and money, things we would like to share but have barely enough of for ourselves.” This book guides us through the benefits and importance of giving kindness, ideas, advice, attention, skills, time, and hope to others. Personally I find it quite useful.
There is an interesting story in this book that I like to share:
“An elderly carpenter who was ready to retire. The carpenter told his employer of his plans to leave the house-building business and live a more leisurely life with his wife, enjoying his extended family. The employer was sorry to see his employee go and asked if he would build just one more house as a person favour to him. The carpenter reluctantly agreed. He did sloppy work and he used inferior materials. It was an unfortunate way to end a dedicated career.
When the carpenter finished his work, the employer came to inspect the house. Then he handed the front-door key to the carpenter. "This is your house," he said. "It’s my retirement gift to you" The carpenter was shocked. If he had only known he was building his own house, he would have done it all so differently.
Treat others in the way you wish to be treated, you will build the house with love and care... Always do your best because the choices you make today build your future.

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