February 27, 2009
Hi Karen,
I got to use my newly learned skills today in Grenada and wanted to thank you.
A dog I helped raise last year as a pup was run over today - she still doesn't trust many people. But she remembered me, so I went to help get her in the car and take her to the vets. She came right to me, but almost bit the owner, then ran-hobbled away again. So I made a muzzle from the one you gave me, got a leash and a blanket, and we carried her to the car and I sat with her on the 30 minute ride to the Vets. Poor thing was so afraid. Anyway-she has a spiral fracture of the tibia and will be splinted and have to have that changed every 2 days at the vets, and be kept quiet for 6 wks. I was going to keep her here, but thought it a good time for the owner to bond better with her. Hope he can! She is wild.
Just wanted to thank you and let you know I was using some of the skills, although wish I didn't have to.
Diane
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Karen,
We really enjoyed your program. And all the information you provided us about your sweet dog Tia.
I hope you had a pleasant and safe drive home. Thank you again...................
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Hi Karen,
I just took your course with the Keystone Bichon Frise Club and thought that it was excellent. Having taken the course before, I do believe I learned more this time than before.
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February is National Pet Dental Health Month. Just like us, our pets are susceptible to periodontal disease (aka gum disease), which is caused by tartar build up. In fact, the American Veterinary Dental Society estimates that more than 80% of dogs and 70% of cats develop periodontal disease by the time they are only three years old. That's like you not seeing the dentist or brushing your teeth for the first 20 years of your life! Now what would your mouth smell like and what shape would your teeth be in?
And it's not just teeth that can be affected by poor dental health. Kidney, heart, and liver disease have all been linked to oral health issues.
Signs of problems in your pet's mouth include bad breath, red and swollen gums, yellow teeth, and tartar build up along the gum line. If your cat or dog has any of these signs, your veterinarian should see him as soon as possible.
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