Winter-Proof Your Pooch

POOCH NEWS Edition 08 / 2012 1.866.933.5111 www.ThePoochMobile.us Winter-Proof Your Pooch Ice Melt When dogs go outside they can pick up rock salt, ice, and chemical ice melt in the pads of Winter can be Medicated shampoos and other treatments can their feet. Wipe their feet and check their legs such a beautiful alleviate some itching while also helping to treat and belly to ensure it is ice and chemical free. time of year infections. Supplements rich in Omega 3 fatty Dry them off when they come inside. They will and a fun acids may also help to maintain a dog’s healthy quickly get used to this routine and it will also time to spend skin. keep your house cleaner. with the entire family, both Humidifiers can be especially helpful in homes Senior Pets indoors and with ducted or fan forced heaters that tend to Senior pets need some extra TLC during the out. However be especially drying to a dog’s skin. cold weather days. Their joints may become the winter can Talk with your Pooch Mobile operator today super sensitive and tender. Eliminate as many affect our dogs about the unique range of Pooch Mobile dog stairs as possible in your home or walk behind just as much as it can affect us, especially on shampoos. Pooch Mobile shampoos are soap them when they climb stairs or hills in case they those cold and dreary days when the outdoors free, hypoallergenic and PH balanced for dog’s slip. Keep their bedding in a warm, draft free is less than inviting for walks and playtime. skin. area. Along with the beauty winter brings, winter can Canine Cough Nutrition also be a dangerous time for our dogs, but if Canine cough is the most common infectious In winter, be sure to feed your pooch a you take a few precautions you and your dog condition in dogs. It is caused by a highly nutritious diet consisting of good quality dog will have a safe, healthy and fun filled winter contagious respiratory infection officially known food and supplements as their bodies use season. as Bordetella Bronchiseptica and is often also more energy to regulate body temperature caused by a virus called Canine Para-influenza. during the cold months. Many pet parents are Coat Care choosing a grain-free dog food. With a dog’s thicker winter coat comes the It can be best compared to the human version increased need for grooming and a coat that of a cold and is more prevalent in winter when it’s cold and immunities are at a low. Active Balance is well cared for is essential. Removal of loose A dog should stay active during the winter or he hair and matts means your dog will be able to As the Canine cough is an airborne disease, it may become bored and destructive when left maintain a warm body temperature, whereas a can be caught from contact with other dogs or at home. dirty matted coat has no insulation properties. even from a dog which has canine cough living up to 2 miles away. However there is a vaccine If it’s too cold or wet outside, set up some Did you know? The air between hairs is activities that your dog can do indoors so he called “loft” creates insulation against that can be administered by your vet that helps reduce (not prevent) symptoms by up to 80%. can stay entertained. Chews and toys are great extreme elements. The best way to maintain for keeping dogs busy. But remember, a good that loft is to keep your dog’s coat clean, The good news is that a dog will build up his balance of exercise, a warm bed and rest is the mat free and well brushed. own immunity to Bordetella and Para-influenza answer. Proper coat maintenance can be achieved after the first instance. It is very rare for dogs to by regular brushing and bathing. It is get a second bout of either for the remainder of recommended that dogs be washed every his life. 2 – 4 weeks to keep their coat in top condition. Ponds and Lakes When it is very cold shorthaired dogs and those Do not let your dog off leash around frozen IN THIS with coarse fine coats or those that have had ponds or lakes, keep them on their leashes at their hair clipped during the summer months all times. Each year we hear those very sad EDITION can feel the cold more…so you may consider news stories of dogs drowning in frozen ponds purchasing a special dog coat to keep him as they were chasing another animal or simply warm. Doing It For The Community 2 playing and are unaware of the dangers. Keep Allergies your dog safe and avoid panic situations if you 10 Reason for Winter Dog Washes 2 Dogs with indoor allergies such as those can. Ear Infections 2 allergic to dust mites, insects and other Heating allergens within your home may become If you have a fireplace or use a space heater, worse in the winter as they spend more time Holistic Hounds 3 remember that your dog may try to snuggle indoors. Dogs may manifest these allergies up to the heat and accidentally singe their by scratching or developing skin and ear Is My Dog a Service Dog 3 fur. Keep an eye out to make sure their tails, infections that need to be treated by your vet. whiskers, or fur do not come into contact with Dog Treat Calories Count 4 the flames, coils, or other hot surfaces. 1.866.933.5111 www.ThePoochMobile.us 10 Benefits of The Pooch Mobile Washing Your Dog in Winter DOING IT FOR 1. Your dog gets a warm bath 2. Your dog is fully blow dried THE COMMUNITY 3. You won’t need to use the cold garden hose There are many local community-minded businesses and The Pooch 4. Minor ailments may be picked up at a stage Mobile is no exception. that they can be treated more easily The Pooch Mobile philosophy of “We Care” not only relates to cleaning 5. Your dog will be clean and smell great and caring for dogs, it is strongly tied to caring and helping the com- 6. Your dog will love the one on one attention munity. The Pooch Mobile operators relentlessly give up their spare he receives time to work with the community and attend events to help raise money for charities. 7. Your dog’s coat will be kept in great condition As Pooch Mobile operators we are so fortunate to be doing a job we love, that we want to give back to the community while raising much 8. Ongoing advice from your local operator needed funds for our homeless animals. 9. We come to you, saving you time – year Do you have an event you would like The Pooch Mobile dog wash to round attend? We would love to hear from you - Colorado Office 303 770 5111 10. You can rest assured that your four legged Nevada Office 502 558 4699. Visit: www.ThePoochMobile.us or family member is well cared for. email: [email protected] and hot. The dog shakes his head because of the irritation Ear Infections and may start trouble further down the ear. Ear infections are a common problem especially with longer haired breeds, but all dogs can get ear infections. Signs Of Ear Problems Head shaking, rubbing the Diet ear along the ground or Diet can play a big part in reoccurring problems such as ear scratching it are usually the infections. Many dog owners have found switching their dog to first signs of ear problems a grain-free dog food has helped reduce or even eliminate ear in a dog. The more chronic infections completely. case will hold its head to one Seeds side or hold the ear flattened against the head. Any bad Country dogs often get grass seeds down the ears, causing a smell coming from the ear spells trouble. Also, any yellow head standing, mind-bursting tickle. The onset is sudden and discharge should be regarded very seriously and requires an the vet should be seen as soon as possible; grass seeds left immediate visit to the vet. Remember though in some bad ear down the ear can cause long-term chronic ear problems. cases there are no early signs so you must always do a regular Mites check. Especially with dogs that sleep in close proximity to cats, ear Putting In Ear Drops mites can be a problem. Invisible to the naked eye, these Hold the ear up vertically by the tip, this creepy-crawlies, often buried in wax, cause a tickle by doing a opens up the canal. Squeeze the drops into dance down the ear canal. the ear. Next, massage the base of the ear Hemorrhage In The Earflap where you will hear a squelching sound, This causes the ear to swell up like a balloon, and usually indicating the drops have collected in the only occurs in older dogs who have some chronic ear trouble. right place. Then let go of the ear and stand Plagued by a bad ear, they shake their heads a lot, rupturing back – you may want to consider putting one of the ear’s tiny blood vessels. Surgery is usually needed drops in ears outdoors. in such a case. The Pooch Mobile uses and recommends Nzymes Ox-E-Drops Local Allergic Reaction for ear infections.

Load more