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It’s that time of year when the mercury creeps up toward triple digits. Our canine best friends need our help to keep cool and summertime safe. First, look at Fido’s food. Being genetically similar to wolves; a healthy canine diet is a hydrating canine diet. Dry food alone can dehydrate dogs and increase their risk for heat-related stresses. Just like an automobile low on radiator fluid is prone to overheating, so is a dehydrated dog. Moist format foods, including home-made, raw, canned and refrigerated pet food as well as (reconstituted) dehydrated and freeze-dried food can better help maintain a pup’s hydration in the long haul. Another heat consideration is a dog’s body weight. The extra insulation from unnecessary body fat will not help keep Fido cool in summer, but can interfere with breathing (i.e., panting to cool himself down), and contribute to a variety of other serious health consequences. Another potential overheating contributor is a dog’s permanent fur coat. Consistent brushing and de-shedding removes excess coat. Together with regular baths, this can help keep the skin/coat healthier and keep your dog cooler. If considering shaving your dog, consult with a breed specialist or your vet as some breeds actually stay cooler with a full coat. Next, look at your dog’s overall health. Are they conditioned well enough for summer activities? If your dog is brachycephalic (short-nosed) use caution; these breeds have a lower exercise and heat tolerance. Nowadays, plenty of summeroriented puppy paraphernalia can help keep Fido comfortably cool and safe. Sunscreen for noses and light-skinned dogs can extend the quantity of time outdoors. Booties, visors, sunglasses, cooling-collars and evaporative-cooling vests can all add to the intensity of summertime fun.
To escape the hottest temperatures, restrict activities to early morning or late evening. Shade is a must, along with frequent dog-wetting opportunities. Many dogs enjoy a hose-down or a dip in a kiddie pool. Keep in mind, it is not recommended to leave dogs unattended near a pool or body of water, regardless of how skilled they might be at swimming. Each time you venture out into the heat; bring water enough for both of you. Frequent, small drinks can help keep you both hydrated. Also, try drinking prior to your adventure; the majority of dogs enjoy chilled chicken broth or goat’s milk as an adventure appetizer. Once outside, avoid hot surfaces, like concrete and asphalt, which can seriously burn a dog’s feet. When traveling, it is not recommended to transport loose dogs in the open-air back of a truck, (it’s actually illegal in many cities, including Albuquerque.) Perhaps, most importantly, a dog should never be left in a vehicle at any time while the ambient temperature ventures above 60 degrees. Learn the symptoms of heat stroke and work to prevent it. Heavy panting, drooling, weakness, vomiting, diarrhea and seizures can indicate a potentially dangerous problem from over-heating. By knowing your dog’s normal body temperature (approximately 101), you can take quick action if it deviates a bit above normal. Offering chilled treats, like dog-appropriate frozen yogurt and cool water can help reduce their internal temperature. Wetting their fur with cooler water, applying ice packs to their groin, or applying isopropyl alcohol to their paw pads can help cool them externally. Always be ready to rush them to the vet if their symptoms don’t improve or if their temperature stays high. In sum, when you educate yourself about the potential dangers of heat, take the necessary heat-related precautions and apply pet-parenting common sense, you can more safely enjoy a plethora of outdoor summer exploits with your favorite canine companions. What are you waiting for…let’s get out there! @yourpetnm
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called permethrin. These work by causing distress to insects when they land or climb onto your pet. The chemical is thought to cause a burning sensation, which causes the insect to leave your pet alone. You can find lotions, shampoos, sprays, and collars made with permethrin. Natural repellents are typically essential oils that insects find unappealing, including citronella, cedar oil, peppermint oil, and others. These are often used in combination as active ingredients, and can also be found in lotions, shampoos, sprays, collars, and spot treatments. Natural repellents work by encouraging insects to never land on your pet in the first place.
The second major type of insect control products are insecticides. These include some of the most popular spot treatments, flea collars, and prescription tablets in use today. The most common active ingredients include fipronil, deltamethrin, dinotefuran, imidacloprid, indoxacarb, permethrin, pyriproxifen, and selamectin. These toxic chemicals are also often used in insect sprays and roach baits. For example, fipronil is one of the most common ingredients used in roach baits. These treatments work by killing insects, which is great when you are dealing with an There are two major type of insect control products available to pet infestation and need a quick solution. However, the downside is that parents: repellents and insecticides. Repellents work by keeping in order to get the active ingredient into the insect, it has to bite your bugs from ever biting your pet in the first place. There are several pet. This is not an effective way to stop the spread of insect-borne types of repellents. Chemical repellents use an active ingredient diseases, since diseases can still be spread with a single bite. Continued on page 11
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by Monica poMpeo hen I walked thru the door into Desert Reef and Exotics, I left behind daylight, humdrum, and dehydration. I literally entered another realm: a wild, watery world populated by feathery, finned, and furry creatures of unusual persuasion. In spite of the fact that each is living in decidedly separate ecosystems, there was, nevertheless, a sense of unison that gave the place a very high vibe, indeed. A dark-green mural filled with entwining vegetation covers the walls; simultaneously conjuring the mystery of the sea, as well as the spirit of a river, its bank alit with twinkling fireflies. After I accepted shop-owner, J.T.’s invitation of a guided tour, we embarked upon a journey as he casually, yet ceremoniously, introduced me to what can only be described as a labor of love. An enormous, convex salt-water aquarium commands the center of the shop. Within the glass walls of this miniature ocean, a variety of fantastical fish, some striped, others polka-dotted, and even a queen (Angel Fish) wearing a tiara, all thrive in harmony. And
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when, like a maestro, J.T. signaled that it was feeding time, the entire zany school swam to the precise point where he delivered miniscule, reddish flakes which were instantly devoured. When I inquired as to why there were separate living quarters for King Kamfa Flowerhorns and Convict Cichlids, I was assured that it had nothing to do with conflicting social status, but rather it was because all Kings would make a certain meal of any Convict caught swimming in royal territory. Nearby, another smaller salt-water tank housed gorgeous, vertical, multi-colored living reef that swayed gently in the water, rhythmically dancing to oceanic music. Along the way there were sightings of whimsical Seahorses, a Tarantula, one beautiful and very yellow Banana Snake, as well as a luxurious Chinchilla, whom I christened, Chanelle. A couple of sweet Chameleons were hanging-ten in a mini jungle that included an automatic water mister. While the light rain did appear divine, it’s more about survival than comfort. Chameleons cannot sense any water that is standing still. They also absorb droplets of water aimed in their direction via a hand-held spray bottle. A small, delicate, and somewhat trans-
parent egg that encased a shark embryo was brought to my attention. It’s something that anyone with a keen interest can take home in order to oversee the eventual hatching of a baby shark (within a properly prepared salt-water tank, of course). In one corner of the shop, J.T. stopped in front of a pen that housed several lovely rabbits; he bent down over the siding and lifted, not a bunny, but rather, a sleek, dark-winged duck named Daphne. After he spent a few minutes fawning over her, which she seemed to relish, he placed her back down among her furry friends. Assistant manager, Gayle waited on a variety of customers while my tour continued. I caught a glimpse of Gayle boxing up (separately) not only a long, gray snake, but also a slithering Iguana for regular customer, Jynisis, who purchased both to use for her at-home, reptile-breeding business. Gayle is clearly devoted to all tenants of the shop; and, not so coincidentally, she has quite the penchant and skill for nursing ailing creatures back to health. Be it bearded dragon or tiny mouse, Gayle keeps he or she with her 24/7 until it has fully recovered.
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t’s that magical time of the year. The flowers and trees are in bloom, the grass is turning green and allergies are in full force. Unfortunately, allergies can attack our beloved dogs and leave us feeling quite helpless. There are several factors that may contribute to your dog’s allergy problems. The cause may be environmental, food allergies or dermatitis which is causes by fleas. Whatever the cause, it can be very frustrating to figure out what is actually the culprit of your dog’s allergies. Although any breed of dog can suffer from allergies, terriers, flat faced breeds such as pugs, bulldogs, and Boston Terriers seem to be more susceptible. By paying attention to several factors, there may be several things that you can do to fight the symptom of allergies. Does your dog become itchy after taking a walk? Do you notice if your dog has digestive issues after eating (i.e. vomiting or diarrhea) or if you have a
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flea issue does your dog itch to the point of making himself bleed? The environment can have a huge factor on allergies. If your dog seems instantly affected by a walk or coming in from outside consider wiping him off with a damp cotton cloth or a hypoallergenic wipe. You may also want to rinse his feet off with a mild soap or vinegar to reduce any allergens he may have picked up on his feet while outside. Also a bath with a mild or hypoallergenic shampoo may help. Always use caution with frequent baths as it may dry the skin. Figuring out if you dog has food allergies can be somewhat challenging. If you are noticing his stomach seems to be in distress after eating than your dog could possibly have food allergies. Food allergies can also manifest themselves in conditions such as skin irritations or chronic ear infections. If you suspect your dog may have
a food allergy, try switching the protein of their food. For example, if they are eating a food with a main ingredient such as chicken, try a beef, duck or fish ingredient. It may take a bit, but by eliminating possible allergic proteins, you may find a more agreeable diet for your dog. Prevention is the best treatment for allergies caused by fleas. Stat by talking to your vet about a good flea control program. Remember it can take as little as one flea to give your dog dermatitis. Also one dog can transfer fleas to another dog so checking periodically for fleas is important. In any of these cases it is best to check with your veterinarian to see what course of action should be taken. In some cases your veterinarian may be able to prescribe medications to alleviate your dog’s allergies. Best wishes for a happy and healthy spring and summer season.
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