A Love For Dogs

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Contents Choosing Your

Perfect Puppy:

Page 1

Guide Dogs Per

Australian

State:

Page 3

The Labrador:

Page 5

The German

shepherd:

Page 7

The Beagle:

Pages 9-10

K9:

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Choosing your perfect puppy Choosing your perfect puppy should have no real effort gone into it. When choosing it should be an instant connection and once you’ve found your friend you’ll be friends for life. Follow these easy steps to find that perfect friend. Material/what you need: • A sense of responsibility • Background info on dog breeds and what they need • Ability to look after your dog responsibly • Time for bonding with your friend • Toys to prevent destructive behaviour • Financial stability

Steps • Using your background knowledge on dog breeds select

what breed suits you the best. • Find breeder or adopt from lost dogs home or the pound. • Setup your dogs living area and toys, introduce dog to

house. Tips • Training your dog is recommended. • Introduce your dog to other animals and humans that

will see your dog frequently. Have fun with your new friend.  

 

 

Number Of Guide Dogs Per Australian

State

“Guide Dogs Australia is a brand that represents Australia's state based

Guide Dog organizations. Together, as the nation's

leading providers of orientation and mobility services, including Guide Dogs, we assist people who are blind or have a vision

 

 

Labrador

Once known as St John’s dog the Labrador is native to Newfoundland where it worked with fishermen catching fish that came loose from the line and trained to jump into the icy water and help bring up nets.

Labradors come into two different types the English and American Labrador.

They come in black, yellow and chocolate.

An adult Labrador is extremely powerful and should be taught as a pup not to barge though doors or gates before the owner.

Labradors are watchdogs but have been known to guard.

They are superb with children and equally as good with other animals.

They are not fussy eaters but love a soft warm space to sleep or rest.

They love to socialize with humans and other animals but may become destructive is human is not pack leader.

Male Labradors weigh around 25-35 kgs and are around 60cm tall while female labs are around 25-30 kgs and are around 55cm tall.

Because of the labs origin they excel in hunting, tracking, retrieving, watchdog, police work, narcotics detection, guide for the blind, search and rescue, agility work and sledding they are also highly trainable.

 

 

 

 

The German shepherd

The German shepherd is of German origin and was crossbreed from cattle dogs by a man called Max von Stephanitz.

Max von Stephanitz and other dedicated breeders created the responsive, obedient and handsome German shepherd.

German shepherds require strenuous activity and love a good mental or physical exercise.

They need long daily walks, lack of exercise might lead to restless or destructive behavior.

Most shepherds love to play ball or Frisbee as well as run along side you while you jog or bicycle.

Often used as police dogs the German shepherd has a strong protective instinct.

German shepherds will only bark if they fell it necessary.

 

 

 

 

The Beagle    

 

The Beagle is a hound that dates back to the 1500’s.

English hunters would take packs of these small hounds out hunting for small animals such as Pheasant, rabbits, hare ect…

The Beagle has a small sturdy squarely shaped body with a long slightly domed skull.

Its large eyes are brown or hazel and are well set apart,

It has wide pendant shaped ears and black broad nostrils.

The Beagles tail is set high but never curled over the back,

It’s coat is of medium length and is easy to care for.

The Beagle is a curious dog that will often follow its own nose, It is a great breed to have as a family pet.

They should not be trusted with other small no-canine pets because of the breeds hunting instinct.

 

 

Care

Male Beagles weigh about 10-11 kg and are about 14-16 inches tall.

Female Beagles weigh about 9-10 kg and are about 13-15 inches tall.

Some beagle family lines are prone to hear disease, epilepsy and dwarfism.

Beagles are an energetic breed and will do ok in a small apartment as long as they get plenty of chance for long walks.

The Beagle should always be walked on leads unless you absolutely trust your dog otherwise you could find you self on the end of a wild goose chase.

 

 

Bad news foods

“It feels good to treat your pet to human food every once in a while. Those puppy-dog eyes are hard to resist as they watch you eat and try to convince you that they are starving! It makes you want to give them a taste of everything you eat. But beware: Giving in to those eyes and giving dogs human foods can actually harm them.

In 2007, the ASPCA's Animal Poison Control Center received more than 130,000 calls. Common human foods and household items caused most cases of animal poisoning.

Many foods we enjoy can be dangerous to animals. It's best to stick to pet food and a diet recommended by your vet. Here are a few of the most toxic foods that can harm your pet:

Bad news foods

Avocados They contain a toxic component called persin, which can damage heart, lung and other tissue in many animals. This fruit is very toxic to dogs, cats and most animals.

Beer Alcoholic beverages can cause the same damage to an animal's liver and brain as they cause in humans. But the effects can be deadly on animals since they are much smaller than us. The smaller the animal, the more deadly the effects can be. Even a small amount of alcohol may cause vomiting and damage the liver and brain.

 

 

Nuts Walnuts and macadamia nuts are especially toxic. Effects can be anything from vomiting to paralysis to death. Within 12 hours of eating the nuts, pets start to develop symptoms such as an inability to stand or walk, vomiting, hyperthermia (elevated body temperature), weakness, and an elevated heart rate. These symptoms can be even worse if your dog eats some chocolate with the nuts. The effect can cause kidney failure, often leading to death.

Chocolate Chocolate contains Theo bromine, which can kill your pet if eaten in large quantities. Dark and unsweetened baking chocolates are especially dangerous. Giving your pup a piece of chocolate cake or even letting him lick the chocolate icing on the cake could cause him to become ill. Theo bromine can also cause a dog or cat's heart to beat very rapidly or irregularly, which could result in death if the pet is exercising or overly active.

Candy Candy or anything-containing Xylitol (a common sweetener found in some diet products) can cause a sudden drop in an animal's blood sugar, loss of coordination and seizures. If left untreated, the animal could die.

 

 

Caffeine Coffee, tea or any product that contains caffeine stimulates an animal's central nervous and cardiac systems. This can lead to restlessness, heart palpitations and death, depending on how much the animal consumes.

Grapes and raisins Grapes and raisins can lead to kidney failure in dogs. As little as a single serving of raisins can kill them. And the effects are cumulative, which means that even if a dog eats just one or two grapes or raisins regularly, the toxin that builds in his system will eventually kill him.

Onions Onions are another common food that can be highly toxic to pets. They can destroy an animal's red blood cells and lead to anemia, weakness and breathing difficulties. Their effects are also cumulative over time.

Medicine Hide medicine from your pets just like you would from your children. The most common cause of pet poisoning is from animals ingesting a medicine or drug normally prescribed for humans.

And this is not just because furry pals are getting into their pet parent's medicine cabinets. In many cases, pet owners give their feline and canine friends an over-the-counter medication to ease an animal's pain. But acetaminophen and ibuprofen, the active ingredients in many common pain relievers, are extremely toxic to dogs and cats. They can cause gastric ulcers, liver damage, kidney failure and sometimes death.

 

 

Good news foods

There are a few things that you CAN give to your furry pal. However, you should always consult a veterinarian before introducing a new food item to your pet.

Although these foods are normally harmless, some animals have sensitive gastrointestinal tracts. So even these healthy treats should be avoided if they cause gastrointestinal upset for your pet. Keep in mind that these and other "extras" should not make up more than 5 to 10 percent of the pet's daily caloric intake.

Lean meats Any cooked lean meat should be fine for most dogs. High-fat meats, chicken skin and fat from steaks or roasts are not recommended. Ingestion may lead to gastrointestinal upset or even pancreatitis. This can be a very painful condition for dogs. In addition, most companion animals do not need extra fat in their diets. Never give your pet meat with the bone in it. Animals can choke on the bones, and they can splinter as well.

Vegetables Carrot sticks, green beans, cucumber slices and zucchini slices are all OK.

Fruit Apple slices, orange slices, bananas and watermelon are all OK. Make sure the seeds have been taken out; seeds are not good for your pet!

Baked potatoes Plain baked potatoes are fine, but make sure they are cooked — no unripe potatoes or potato plants.

 

 

Bread Plain cooked bread is fine; just make sure there are no nuts or raisins added.

Rice and pasta Plain, cooked pasta and white rice are OK. Often veterinarians recommend plain rice with some boiled chicken when gastrointestinal upset is present.

In  case  of  emergency    Despite  all  the  precautions  you  take  to  keep  your  pet  pals  safe,  accidents  do  happen.  That's  why  the  ASPCA,  Humane  Society  and  animal  advocates  advise  pet  owners  to  keep  the  telephone  numbers  of  their  local  veterinarian  and  the  ASPCA  Animal  Poison  Control  Center  —  (888)  426-­‐4435  —  in  a  prominent  location.  

 

Common  signs  of  poisoning  include  muscle  tremors  or  seizures;  vomiting  and  diarrhea;  drooling;  redness  of  skin,  ears  and  eyes;  and  swelling  and  bleeding.  

If  you  suspect  your  pet  has  consumed,  inhaled  or  come  in  contact  with  a  toxic  substance,  stay  calm  and  call  for  help  immediately.  If  you  see  your  pet  consuming  anything  you  think  might  be  toxic,  seek  emergency  help  immediately  even  if  she  or  he  is  not  exhibiting  any  symptoms.  

Looking  for  a  new  pet?  Adopt  an  animal-­‐in-­‐need  from  Animal  Care  and  Control  of  NYC.  For  more  tips  and”  

 

 

All  information  was  taken  from  this  website  I  did  not  write  this.  

http://today.msnbc.msn.com/id/24544541/ns/today-­‐today_pets_and_animals/t/people-­‐foods-­‐can-­‐kill-­‐your-­‐pet/#.T-­‐elbmY4SjU  

 

 

 

K9      

Detection dogs are animals that protect Australians from drugs fruit, firearms and explosives ect…

K9 detection dogs are used throughout the world in various scenarios.

Governments around the world use dogs that are specifically trained.

These breeds of dogs include Beagles that are used for detecting firearms and explosives,

Labrador’s aka labs are used for fruit and drugs and German Shepherds mainly as police assistance dogs ect…

Law enforcement dogs are mainly used at the entrance of countries, drug raids, bomb sweeps and festival drug searches.

Law enforcement dogs that detect drugs, bombs, firearms ect… have extremely sensitive noses.

A normal dog has twenty-five times more smell receptors than humans.

A dogs nose is so sensitive that they can detect a drop of blood in five quarts of water.