Monday, August 30, 2010

Information to Know about Owning a Labrador Retriever

Information to Know about Owning a Labrador Retriever.

Guest Post by Kelly Marshall

Having a dog as part of the family is a rewarding experience. Parents and kids enjoy the companionship of a pet like this. Certain breeds of dogs are more suited to the family environment than others. The Labrador retriever is one such breed that is great with kids and adults alike. In fact, this breed is among the most popular breeds.

Labrador puppies can be challenging when you first bring them home like any puppies are. These puppies grow into beautiful bright dogs which are a joy to own. They also have a pleasant nature and like to please their owners. Labrador retrievers enjoy playing and love to go into the water.

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Friday, August 27, 2010

Free Sample of PlaqClnz Pet Bad Breath Gel

"Pet bad breath is often overlooked, but it’s actually one of the first signs of oral disease.

PlaqClnz is an anesthesia-free alternative to expensive, painful, and sometimes risky pet dental cleaning. And, unlike messy tooth brushing, the easy-to-use PlaqClnz dispenser bottle encourages regular use to improve and maintain your pets’ oral health.

• All natural ingredients including Zinc complex
• Taste-free formula - pets accept it easily
• Ease of use encourages regular preventive care, reducing the risk of more serious pet oral and health problems."

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Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Crate Training Basics

All kids want a space of their own - somewhere they can get away from the activity, somewhere they can chill - even our furry kids. It can often be an advantage to be able to send the kids to their rooms, to get them out of our hair - even our furry kids. And just like our two-legged kids, the other kind will appreciate their own space more if it has some fun toys for them, and it isn't a place of punishment and "time out".

The ideal space for a Labrador Retriever is a dog crate, because a Lab's personal needs are relatively simple; a bowl of clean water and a comfortable bed are the only things that are needed to make a crate a safe and comfortable place for your Labrador Retriever.

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Sunday, August 22, 2010

The Need for Pet Insurance with your Labrador Retriever

Thanks goes out to Mark Martin for this guest article on the need for pet insurance with your Labrador Retriever.

As hard as it is to believe, a recent report by the RSPCA claimed that in 2008 the number of animals being abandoned by their owners rose by 57% compared to previous years. It can’t be a coincidence that this coincided with the credit crunch and reduced disposable incomes for many families. From first hand experience, I know the expense that can come with vet bills for dogs and therefore can understand why people have had to take this drastic step, no matter how unthinkable it may seem.

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Thursday, August 19, 2010

Free sample of Wyson Epigen Pet Food

We had Wyson Epigen Pet Food samples before on the All About Labradors blog. Here is a new link to request your free sample.

Information from Wysong: Unique Epigen™ features:

• The first extruded dry diet/kibble pet food (patent pending) that is Starch Free™ (Epigen™ does what “Grain Free” pet foods only pretend to do)

• More closely resembles the food your pet is designed to eat

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Tuesday, August 17, 2010

My 84-year-old Labrador Retriever

Kelev, my almost 12-year-old (84 human years!) Chocolate Labrador retriever, really struggled on our walk today. I had to bribe her with treats to encourage her to make an effort. My husband and I have always believed that “motion is lotion” – when we give up trying, we might as well curl up under a rock. So we keep taking Kelev out even if it’s only for 5 minutes.

The extreme heat this summer is particularly hard for dogs to manage and Kelev is very ill with cancer and arthritis. But her tail is constantly wagging and her appetite is voracious! Of course, if she were in obvious pain, I wouldn’t force her. My husband and I would also make the decision to put her down because we don’t want her quality of life to suffer.

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Saturday, August 14, 2010

Merrick Extends Recall: Beef Filet Squares and Texas Hold’ems

Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Texas, has extended its recall (Merrick Pet Care Recalls Texas Hold'ems 10 oz. Bag) to include all lots of its 10 oz "Beef Filet Squares" for dogs and "Texas Hold’ems" pet treats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Merrick Pet Care Recall

08.13.2010

Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is recalling all lots of its 10 oz “Beef Filet Squares” for dogs and “Texas Hold’ems” pet treats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling the treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products. Consumers should dispose of these products in a safe manner by securing them in a covered trash receptacle.

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Friday, August 13, 2010

FREE Pegetables Dog Treats

Dog Days of Summer Dog Treats Days.

On August 14-15, 2010 from 10 am - 2 pm you can stop by your local Petco store with your lovable dog for the Dog Treats Day. While there, you can get a free Pegetables Dog Treat while supplies last.

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Thursday, August 12, 2010

The American Kennel Club® Offers Tips on How to Assemble a Disaster Preparedness Kit for Your Dog

A surge of wildfires, floods, and record-breaking tornados this year have proved that hurricane season isn’t the only time you should be prepared for the worst. If you own pets, the likelihood that you and your animals will survive a natural disaster depends largely on being prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice. TheAmerican Kennel Club® (AKC)offers the following tips on how to assemble a pet disaster preparedness kit.

Food and water. Keep at least three days of food in an airtight, waterproof container and at least three days of water specifically for your pets in addition to water you need for yourself and your family.

Medicines and medical records. Keep an extra supply of medicines your pet takes on a regular basis in a waterproof container.

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Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Choosing Dog Food Brands Without Long-term Health Risks

I do not advocate for commercially prepared dried pet food diet even if it is premium quality. From the pet food recall incident, we know that dogs today get sick from cancer, diabetes, liver and kidney diseases at a young age and most died suffering from the onset of the illness. The pet food recall event has confirmed my thoughts that a pet diet does contribute and play a major role in their health condition today.

Today, we cannot ignore the fact that commercially prepared food is a cause of these recent pet health issues. Cooking for your pet seems like the best choice today with the pet food recall incident. If you are unable to provide for homemade dog food, here are my suggestions on selecting a commercially prepared dog food and doing the best you can with choices you can make in minimizing long term health risks.

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Saturday, August 07, 2010

Labrador Retrievers - Are You Really Prepared? The Pros and Cons of Owning a Lab

Pros

Great Family Dogs: Your Lab will love your entire family and they are great companions for responsible children. Many breeds can turn out to be a one-person dog which makes it miserable for the rest of the family.

Good Natured and They Love People: They are very easygoing, friendly and have a good temperament. This breed is also accepting to strangers. The only down side to this is that he won't bark if you have an intruder. Instead of pinning him in a corner, your Lab might show him where the cookie jar is.

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Wednesday, August 04, 2010

Flint River Ranch Dog Food Sample

A free dog food (and/or cat food) sample from Flint River Ranch.

Information from FRR Independent Distributor #353K:

Flint River Ranch Food Offers:

* All Natural, Human Grade Ingredients

* Shipped Fresh to Your Door FREE

* Oven-Baked for Easy Nutrient Absorption

* Flint River Ranch Food Has No Chemical Preservatives or Unhealthy Fillers

* Flint River Food Has No Animal By-Products

No fillers or by-products means you feed less, yet your pet receives superior nutrition!

Flint River Ranch Dog Food and FRR Cat Food. Quite simply the best dog food and cat food available, according to veterinarians, kennels, and top breeders.


The free Flint River Ranch Dog Food sample is available in the USA only and you can order both the dog and the cat food.

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Merrick Pet Care Recalls Texas Hold'ems 10 oz. Bag - Possible Salmonella Health Risk

08.03.2010

Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is extending its July 2, 2010 recall of 10oz “Beef Filet Squares for Dogs (Texas Hold’Ems)” pet treat (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10084TL7 BEST BY MARCH 24, 2012) to also include 83 cases of “Texas Hold’ems” (ITEM # 60016 LOT # 10127 BEST BY MAY 6, 2012) because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals and there is risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products. People handling the treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products. Consumers should dispose of these products in a safe manner by securing them in a covered trash receptacle.

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Monday, August 02, 2010

P&G Expands Voluntary Limited Recall of Specialized Dry Pet Foods Due to Possible Health Risk

CINCINNATI, July 30 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ --The Procter & Gamble Company (P&G) (NYSE: PG) is voluntarily expanding its recall to include veterinary and some specialized dry pet food as a precautionary measure because it has the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. No salmonella-related illnesses have been reported.

The following dry pet food products are included:

P&G Pet Food Recall

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Sunday, August 01, 2010

Home Remedies for your Labrador Retrievers Itching

Here's a good video by Dr. James R. Talbott, a staff veterinarian at Belle Forest Animal Hospital and Kennel in Nashville, who explains about some home remedies for dog itching.



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