My AKC Texas Diva Chihuahuas

Saturday, June 2, 2007

Chihuahua Poison 101

Poison 101: What You Need to Know

May 31, 2007

If you suspect your pet has been exposed to a poisonous substance, get help immediately, even if you don't notice symptoms such as vomiting, excessive salivating, rapid breathing, or loss of consciousness. You can call your vet or the ASPCA's Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435. The call is free, but the consult fee is $55. Be ready to report what your pet ate -- or what you think he ate -- and when. Provide your pet's vitals (age, weight, sex, chronic medical conditions) and symptoms, and have a pen and paper ready so you can write down any instructions you are given.

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Thursday, May 17, 2007

Chihuahua Bite Defense May 17, 2007

Bite Defense

May 17, 2007

May 20-26 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week. Do you know how to prevent your dog from being on the giving end of a bite?

Each year, 4.7 million Americans suffer a dog bite. To reduce the likelihood that your pet will bite -- even just a nip -- take these precautions:

•	Have your dog spayed or neutered to lower the risk of roaming and getting into fights with other dogs. Beware: Owners who intervene are sometimes bitten.
•	From the time your dog is a pup, familiarize him with different people, places, and situations so he'll remain calm among strangers and in a variety of environments.
•	Play gently with your dog: Aggressive play encourages aggressive behavior.
•	If your dog often snarls or growls, seek help from your veterinarian or an animal behaviorist.


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Friday, May 4, 2007

My Chihuahuas Birthday!

Let Them Eat Cake

May 3, 2007

Why not bake your dog a birthday cake? To make it safe as well as nutritious, skip the chocolate and sugar and make a mix of ground or finely chopped turkey, beef, lamb, or chicken (not pork) and broccoli, carrots, peas. Recipes on the Internet are plentiful (search "cake for dogs"). Or try this vegetarian delight from Real Food for Dogs. In a large bowl, blend 3 cups of water, two shredded carrots, one egg, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla, and 2 tablespoons of honey. Mix in two mashed bananas. In a separate bowl, combine 4 cups of whole-wheat flour, 1 teaspoon each of baking powder, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Combine the flour and carrot mixtures and blend well. Spray a cupcake pan with nonstick spray. Fill each cup three-quarters full and bake at 350 F for about an hour. Cool before serving. Makes 24 cupcakes, so your pet can invite his friends.

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Thursday, March 15, 2007

AKC Champion Quality Tiny Chihuahuas Watauga, Texas 76148

AKC Champion Quality Tiny Chihuahuas Watauga, Texas 76148

Please e-mail me with any inquires you might have.

marcuccino@aol.com

I've always been a dog lover, especially the little ones. I've been breeding toy dogs for over 18 years. I live in beautiful Watauga, Texas.

I raise happy, healthy, quality babies for you to love and become members of your family. All of my adult dogs meet the standard for the breed & are in good health. My facilities are clean and my dogs are well cared for and loved, I never have a problem with showing anyone around, there are no closed doors here.

I do not sell to pet stores or wholesale my puppies. I also do not sell to breeders that I have not checked="checked" out and approve of.

I work very hard to raise these little babies that I'm responsible for bringing into this world, I owe them the best possible homes. I want you to be happy with your new friend, but above all, I want the pup to be happy and safe in their new home.

I don't think a breeders part should stop when you leave with your puppy, I'll be there if you have any questions.

I will be happy to provide you with references.

Again, thank you for visiting and I look forward to speaking with you.

Sincerely,

Bianca

817-503-0008 Home

817-905-5127 Cell

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Saturday, March 3, 2007

Playing It Safe for your Chihuahua

Playing It Safe

March 1, 2007

Picking out some new toys for your pooch? Give 'em the toddler test: If you'd give the toy to a 2-year-old, it's probably safe for your pet, too.

Dogs are just as curious as young children. In addition, they have sharp teeth that can tear into almost anything. To spare yourself an emergency trip to the vet, ask these four questions before you buy:

Does the toy have a squeaker? Unless you intend to always watch your dog at play, put it back on the shelf. Dogs are experts at liberating -- and eating -- the squeaker.
Is the toy small enough to be swallowed? Look for something that doesn't quite fit into your pet's mouth.
Is it sturdy? Polystyrene beads and other fillers are not digestible, so the toy should be made of a material strong enough to prevent access to stuffing.
Are there any removable parts -- buttons, ribbons, snaps, rubber or plastic bits -- that could be chewed off and swallowed? If so, skip it.

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Thursday, February 1, 2007

Mouths Wide Open February 1, 2007

Mouths Wide Open

When was the last time you peeked inside your dog's mouth? Not just a quick look, but a close inspection of the palate, gums, and all those soft, pink surfaces.

If you're thinking, "I never even thought of doing that," consider the fact that about 1 in 20 dogs with oral tumors gets lesions in his mouth first. And these often go unnoticed, because people rarely look for early signs such as discolorations and tiny bumps and lumps. Delays in detection make oral tumors difficult to treat, so be sure to do a spot check whenever you brush your pet's teeth.

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