Thursday, September 30, 2010

Pups for Adoption Pune

Hello Friends,

Currently i am fostering 18 pups ( 6 males and 12 females) and am looking out for people to look beyond breeds and come forward and adopt these angels of god...

All the pups are dewormed and are being medicated by me...!!!

Age Group: 1 - 1.5 month old

ONLY GENUINE ANIMAL LOVERS FOR WHOM BREEDS DON'T MATTER TO CONTACT ME AT 9766264758

Would love to add that both gurls and boys are very healthy and playful....

PLEASE DONT BREED AND BUY WHEN MILLIONS OF HOMELESS STRAYS DIE...!!!














Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Immediate First Aid for Injured Animals

This is ONLY useful in case the wounds and problem is not very Severe... In severe cases PLEASE TAKE THE ANIMAL TO THE NEAREST QUALIFIED VET AND DO IT IMMEDIATELY, TRY NOT TO WASTE TIME it will cost their life!!!!
1.       
     Skin Diseases in Dogs:

MANGE:


Mange is a catch-all term for various skin conditions that include scabies or sarcoptic mange in dogs (known as notoedric mange in cats), demodectic or "red" mange, cheyletiella mange, and ear mite infections. They are each caused by a different mite.
There are two types of common mange that you should keep an eye out for. The first is Sarcoptic mange, and usually starts with the head and ears. It will then spread to the tail and work its way under the front legs. The skin will look like it has small burns or red spots all over the affected area and can be treated with medication and shampoos.
The second type of mange is Demodectic mange and is the result of mites most commonly found on puppies. These mites will attack the hair follicles and you will notice a rash and loss of hair. If this type of mange is not treated right away, the mites will cause it to grow faster as they continue to reproduce. If they are left untreated, these mites can infect the whole of your dog’s body and cause it much unneeded and unwanted pain. On top of this, the constant scratching will cause an unpleasant musty odor and infection can set in.
Mange is a serious skin disease caused by mites. Such parasites will attack in big numbers and cause severe damages to the ears, face, and limbs of dogs. There are many signs indicating that a dog is suffering from mange.
Here are the most common ones:
    * Excessive itching: Dogs itch and scratch a lot. For most pets, that's normal. However, if they scratch too hard and too often, causing red sores on their skins, then the problem is not a simple skin disease. Mange may be causing this behavior.
    * Hair loss: When mites attack, the body parts where they burrow themselves into get affected. Hair loss is the most common sign. If in some parts the hair of your dog seems a little thin, the skin shows red blisters and sores, chances are your pet is suffering from mange. It is best that you take it to the vet right away before the problem gets any worse.
    * Dry, crusty and thickened skin: The moment the skin of your dog becomes exposed due to hair loss, check it thoroughly. Hair loss can be caused by a lot of diseases and mange is just one of them. Your dog has mange if their skin is extremely dry and wrinkled. These are the signs that parasites have invaded the skin of your dog and are continuing to damage it.
    * Strong, foul odor: As mites invade the skin area, they will reproduce massively. In this case, a dog will experience severe itching. Your dog will scratch its skin all day. As your dog scratches different body parts, the mites will start to spread. When mites increase in number, the odor of your dog changes. Dogs with mange develop odor similar to that of a strong cheese or like athlete's foot.
    * Sores and blisters: As with most skin disorders, the presence of sores, reddening, and blisters on the skin are expected. You know the problem is worse when there's blood, open wounds, or severe inflammation on the affected areas. At such point, it is best that you take your dog to the veterinarian for first aid and for continual medication.
Treatment:
In both the types of Mange it is essential to take the dog to the vet because the vet would thoroughly examine the dog and prescribe necessary medicines depending upon the severity of the skin disease.
Usually along with skin disease, bacterial and fungal infections also take place so it is necessary for the dog to undergo a full anti-biotic course as prescribed by the vet.
2.       
  AAllergic skin reactions:

Insect bite and plants:
Symptoms:
a.       On the underside of belly: redness, swelling of eyes, swelling of the snout and sometimes vomiting.
Treatment:
Consult a vet, who would examine the dog and prescribe a course of medicines. 
Till the dog is transported to the vet, a tablet of Avil can be given, which we usually have in our first aid boxes.  Intra venous Fluid therapy in necessary to dilute and excrete the toxin.
3.       
     Ticks/Fleas/Lice:
Symptoms:
a.       Visible parasites on skin surface.
b.      Fleas may not be visible by naked eye but can be detected through the excreta on the roots of the dog’s hair causing itching.
c.       Ticks are mustard size insects with legs. These are blood suckers and can suck up to 0.1 ml of blood causing problems like anemia in puppies as well as adult dogs.
d.      Lice are similar to human lice and are generally very fast moving.

Treatment for Ticks/Fleas/Lice:
a.       RIDD- A liquid suspension added to bath water.
b.      Bayticol-pour-on solution or spray
c.       Frontline- Expensive but effective up to 3 months.
d.      Neomec Tablets for treating both Internal and External Parasites.
Manufacturer’s instructions must be strictly followed as these contain toxic compounds if ingested and are harmful to dogs.
4.       
      Wounds and Cuts on dogs
Treatment:
a.       It is necessary to cut the hair around the wound.
b.      Clean the wound with any diluted disinfectant like Dettol or Betadine.
c.       Application of ointment like Betadine for larger wounds and Neosporin ointment for small wounds. Note: If the wounds are very large then please take the dog to the vet immediately as suturing may be required.
d.      Dusting Powder: Nebasulf Powder can be used.
e.       After applying the powder and ointment, one could use cotton and gauze to prevent the infection.

5.      Dog Bite Wounds:
Treatment:
a.       Wounds must be thoroughly washed with soap and water, if it is a dog bite wound.
b.      Use Iodine or any alcohol based liquid for cleaning the wound.
c.       Powders such as Nebasulf Powder and Neosporin ointment can be used on the wound.
d.      NEVER bandage dog bite wounds.

6.      Maggot Wounds
Maggots are worm-like larvae which eat up the flesh of the dog. It is very dangerous and needs immediate treatment. If left untreated the maggot multiply and slowly eat away the flesh of the animal’s body.
Treatment:
a.       Use of Eucalyptus oil, neem oil, powdered camphor.
b.      Give the dog Neomec tablets.
c.       Remove the Maggots manually and don’t let the dead maggots remain on the body surface.
d.      In case the number of maggots is more then take the dog to the vet for further treatment.
e.       After the maggots are removed routine treatment to given as in the case of wounds and cuts in dogs.

7.      Fractures:
There are two types of Fractures:
a.       Closed Fractures
b.      Open Fractures

a.      Closed Fractures:
Symptoms to identify a closed fracture:
a.      No external damage to the skin.
b.      Swelling/Reddish/Bluish coloration of skin.
c.       On feeling the skin, broken bones can be felt and usually dogs would not allow the person to touch the area.
d.      Dog would usually limp if there is a fracture in the leg or would not get up in case of hip bone fracture.

b.      Open Fractures:
Symptoms to identify an open fracture:
a.      Visible wound/ bone emerging from the wound on the dog.
b.      Severe bleeding and pain.
c.       As in the case of closed fracture, due to pain the dog would not walk properly or not place the leg on the ground.
Treatment for Open and Closed fractures:
a.       Take a huge ice-pack and place it on the area till transported to the vet.
b.      In case of open fracture, immediate care is essential.
c.       Tie a rope or tourniquet to prevent any further bleeding in front of the wound to reduce blood supply to the area. A clean bandage cloth to be wrapped around the wound. A stick or a wooden plank to be tied along to give support to the fractured portion.

Food poisoning in dogs
Causes:
a.       Insecticides
b.      Rat Poison
c.       Rotten food materials

Signs:

Vomiting, Diarrhea, excess saliva drooling, staggering/weakness, tremors, etc.
If you are aware of the source of poisoning and the duration since the poisoning took place, then hydrogen peroxide/ saturated salt water must be given to the dog to induce vomiting, if the poison is just consumed-within 30 mins or less.  If more than 30 mins have passed after consumption of poison, then give the dog egg white or mashed potatoes till transported to the vet.
9.       
     Gastro in dogs:
Symptoms:
a.       Vomiting more than 3 times
b.      Diarrhea
c.       Weakness
d.      Dehydration
Treatment:
a.       Electral/Glucose or ORS can be given to the dog
b.      For excessive vomiting- ice cubes or cold water can be given
c.       To treat Diarrhea- dog can be given Lomofen tablets till taken to the vet.
It is essential that the dog is taken to the vet as soon as possible because gastro leads to excessive loss of body fluids which is harmful and fatal.


Male v/s Female pups as Pets

During adoptions many of us come across future owners facing a dilemma of whether to go in for a male or a female dog. Thus, deciding between a male or female pet is often an important decision for future dog owners. A common problem noticed by me is that a lot of people prefer only males and do not opt for females. This happens solely because most of them are not aware of facts or are rather biased about females. Thus, I decided to write down pros and cons of both males and females as pet so that people can open up and come forward to adopt females as well. One important point to consider is that any pet that is kept simply as a pet, and not for breeding purposes, should be spayed or neutered. In addition to population control, spaying and neutering your pets greatly decreases their chances for various types of cancers while improving certain undesirable behaviors such as territorial marking and humping. In the long run, spayed and neutered pets live longer and healthier lives.
It is important to note that while some behaviors are more well-known in one gender or the other, both males and females will exhibit the same behaviors at some point in their lives. However, I choose to tell people about some general ideas that people use as guidelines when choosing between a male and a female.
Female dogs are not as likely to mark their territory, which often makes them easier to house-train. They are also less likely to show dominance through humping people or objects, and tend to be less aggressive than male dogs. Also, remember that female pets that have not been spayed can go into heat every six months. This means messes to clean up around the house and keeping the pet confined so that other males in the neighborhood do not impregnate her. So it is best to spay your female pet as soon as she matures.
Dogs which are spayed do not experience heat cycles. When a female dog comes into heat, she will bleed from her vagina or vulva and will attract large numbers of male dogs. In either case, there is inconvenience and sometimes frustration for the pet owner. Spayed female dogs will not come into heat. Many studies have proved the benefits of spaying your female dog and some of them are:
  •  Spaying a female dog or cat removes the possibility of unwanted litters of puppies or kittens.
  • Spaying a female dog or cat will lead to NO messy heat periods.
  • A spayed female dog or cat cannot experience dystocia or a difficult birth because it cannot become pregnant.
  •  When spayed at a young age, female dogs and cats experience a greatly reduced chance of mammary or breast tumors as they age.
  • Spaying a female dog or cat removes the possibility of deadly uterine infections known as pyometras.
Hospitals such as BlueCross at Mundhwa do these operations at minimum costs and also use advanced technology which does not require any kind of post care as it was needed earlier in traditional neutering and spaying. A hardly 20 mins operation and needs no post care accept oral medication for five days to enhance the healing process, as they use  stitches which get absorbed by the body within 2-3 days. Even the top vets in Pune are following this method to reduce the pain and suffering of the pets post operation. After Spaying a female is as good as a male though more docile and affectionate.
Males are more prone to marking and aggressive behavior, but neutering can greatly reduce these behaviors. Males also have a reputation for humping people, objects, and other dogs. Most of the time this is a show of dominance that can be corrected with training; however, neutering will help eliminate this behavior as well. Un-neutered males have tendency to roam if there is a female in heat nearby.
Choosing between a male or female dog is really just a matter of preference but it is necessary to educate people about the pros and cons on both males and females.  Generalizations can be made about each, but like humans, every animal is different. They all have their own personalities, and while some exhibit typical behaviors, others do not. Choose the animal that is right for you and not based on narrow-minded opinions and judgments about females, but be ready to invest the time in training it to ensure a good relationship with your pet.  

Come forward and shed all those inhibitions about males or females and go ahead adopting the pet you really want to have and not limit yourself to just males!!!!


Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Pups for Adoption- Pune

Hello Friends,

Currently i am fostering 18 pups ( 6 males and 12 females) and am looking out for people to look beyond breeds and come forward and adopt these angels of god...

All the pups are dewormed and are being medicated by me...!!!

Age Group: 1 - 1.5 month old

ONLY GENUINE ANIMAL LOVERS FOR WHOM BREEDS DON'T MATTER TO CONTACT ME AT 9766264758

Would love to add that both gurls and boys are very healthy and playful....

PLEASE DONT BREED AND BUY WHEN MILLIONS OF HOMELESS STRAYS DIE...!!!









Adopted :))))

Thanks to Kavita and Domnic :)

They adopted this cute gurl and named her Pixiee !!!!

M sure she will bring loads of happiness and joy in your lives....

Thanks for adopting and giving her a family....

Adopted :))

A heartfelt thank you to Trupti and her family to have adopted a pup :))

Her new name is Maggieee :)))))

God bless her and her family ....

ADOPTED :)))

A big thank you to Paresh, Ajit, Karyn and Vineet to have come forward a saved lives of these wonderful angels.....


3 gurls and 1 guy get adopted... YAY!!!!!


Guys come forward an adopt a STRAY!!!! 


“If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous, he will not bite you. This is the principal difference between a dog and a man..”

 Bring home these cute companions who will protect you, care for you and love you unconditionally...!!!!

They choose to save a life!!! Will you too ???

These furry friends got their families... many more are waiting.. will you come forward??
 

SCOOBY ADOPTED :)

A big Thank You to Nitin, Sudhir and Prasheel to have come forward and adopted this little angel :)))

His name is Scooby :))

Am sure he will not just be happy but also be a great source of happiness for his loving family :))

Mixed Breed 3 month old Maggie for adoption-Pune

Maggy, a very cute 3 month old rescued puppy is urgently looking for a
home. She has already been dewormed and vaccinated. 
For anyone interested, please contact, Devna on 9096661029, or email devnakarora@gmail.com

 


NO BREEDERS WILL BE ENTERTAINED!!!

ONLY GENUINE ANIMAL LOVERS CAN CONTACT!!! 

Thank you :o)

Furry pups for adoption- Pune

Hello,

Pups for adoption-Pune

6 chubby pups ( 5 Females and 1 Male) are available for adoption with foster parent Avinash Singh Rajput. Call 9822501234 or contact me at 09766264758 for further details on the puppies and any queries regarding the adoption of pups.

All the pups have been dewormed and are of the age group 1.5 to 2.5 months.

Looking for Only Genuine Animal Lovers to come forward.







Thank You

Adopt A Stray.. A Stray Animal's prayer

As i start this blog, I would like all of you to read this prayer of a stray, I hope and pray that through this effort a lot of the Stray animals including dogs and cats get adopted and lead a happy life rather than being abused and hurt on streets....


A Stray’s Prayers
Dear God, please send me someone who'll care;
I'm tired of running, I'm sick with despair;
My body is aching; it's so racked with pain.
And, dear God, I pray as I run in the rain;
That someone will love me and give me a home,
A warm cozy bed and a big juicy bone.
My last owner tied me all day in the yard;
Sometimes with no water; and, God, that was hard!
So I chewed my leash, God; and I ran away,
To rummage in garbage; and live as a stray.
But now, God, I'm tired; and hungry and cold
And I'm, Oh, so afraid; that I'll never grow old.
They've chased me with sticks, hit me with stones,
While I run the streets; just looking for bones.
I'm not really bad, God, please help if you can
For I have become just another; "victim of man!"
I'm wormy, dear God; and I'm ridden with fleas
And all I ever wanted was an owner to please.
If you find one for me, God, I'll try to be good;
I won’t chew their shoes; and I'll do as I should.
I'll love them, protect them, and try to obey
When they tell me to sit; to lie down or to stay!
I don't think I'll make it, too long on my own
Cause I'm getting so weak; and I'm, Oh, so alone.
Each night, as I sleep in the bushes, I cry
Cause I'm so afraid, God, that I'm gonna die.
I've got so much love and devotion to give
That I should be given a new chance to live.
So, dear God, please, oh please, answer my prayer;
And send me to somebody who will really care.