Article #5 Dogs and Safety |
Warm temperatures have arrived. It's great to get outdoors and enjoy the sun on your face and get Fido outside in some fresh air before it gets too hot for his walk, if at all possible. There's a couple of reminders in todays article as summer approaches. Complaints are on the rise and have been made recently during May 2019 animals are in distress due to heat from being left inside hot vehicles. A gentle reminder to leave Fido at home 'now' unless there are two or more riding in the vehicle. That way, someone can let Fido out and hopefully wait in the shade, if you have a quick errand to run. I said 'now' since 40% drivers love taking Fido with them to run errands. Temperatures can rise inside cars in no time at all, even when the outside temperature is mild. According to the SPCA, ten minutes is all that's needed for the inside of a car to reach 102 degrees on an 85 degree day. In thirty minutes, the car will be around 120 degrees. This leads to Fido being in distress, whether its dehydration or heat stroke just to identify a couple of risks and the worst one being he dies from exposure, if not relieved from the heat immediately. BC S.P.C.A. contact number to report animals in distress is 1-800-622-7722. When walking, it's suggested walk Fido early in the morning or evening if there isn't shade to walk in, during the afternoon. Dogs feel the heat on their paw pads and can overheat quickly. Avoid peak periods outside in the afternoon when temperatures sore and the heat from the asphalt or pavement can become sizzling hot. The safety tip to practice is if you place the back of your hand on the pavement and you have to remove it before 5 seconds have passed-postpone and delay the walk-it's too hot and best not take Fido out now, except if its a quick bathroom break. If you have access to a big field, grass is always best-However, be aware of bee or wasp stings if your pet suddenly starts limping, favors a paw, or begins excessively licking his paw. Plus, a walk or hike on a shady trail or run at the sandy beach can be great alternatives to the walking on the roadway or sidewalks. If you’re used to letting your dog accompany you on errands, lose the guilt. Leaving him behind on hot summer days, Fido will be much happier, and safer, at home, with shade and plenty of fresh cool water, until you can take him out safely on his next adventure. | |
Find the latest story here, for further information.
https://www.campbellrivermirror.com/news/campbell-river-rcmp-respond-to-complaints-of-animals-in-hot-vehicles-or-needing-water/
BC SPCA Animals in Distress 1 800 622 7722
https://www.youtube.com/c/MakingTracksDogHikingAllDogsWelcome
veterinaryclinic.com/car-temp-pet-safety-chart.html
Article #3 Pets & Safety
Bringing Awareness into all of our inner dog circles.
Today's article is a quick request in case you haven't heard or if you could share a gentle reminder with children who may have forgotten, that when you see a yellow ribbon, bandana or similar tie on a leash, harness or dog it might mean a dog is being walked that is recovering (post op), it could be a solo hike for a female in heat, a senior dog that is just old and tired; but happy to be on an outing, another dog could be working through anxiety, a young pup in training, or finally a dog that would just prefer to be left alone, to name a few examples of when dogs where yellow ribbons. Yellow, alerting everyone-please be aware and I need space. Do not approach. Give us space....
This is not a warning that there is a dangerous or aggressive dog being walked. An aggressive dog with a dangerous dog designation is going to be muzzled. Most likely on a solo walk or hike. However, with the right trainer the dog can be rehabilitated. It's referred to as a rehabilitation hike/walk.
This program is NOT about or for aggressive dogs. Dogs that bite must wear a muzzle.You Can Not REPLACE A MUZZLE FOR A YELLOW RIBBON, BANDANA, TIE OR SIGN ON A DOG THAT BITES, whether you want to use the yellow signs, or not. There are unfortunately provinces, municipalities, and countries that have very unfair laws which require some breeds to wear muzzles all the time when outside because of their breeding. This article is is show the difference between the two.
It's about spreading awareness, not fear in a language everyone can understand for our pets safety, as well as, ours. A Big Thank you in advance from both 2 legs and 4.
To learn more about the program see the original post here at the link below.
http://gulahund.se/english/
Today's article is a quick request in case you haven't heard or if you could share a gentle reminder with children who may have forgotten, that when you see a yellow ribbon, bandana or similar tie on a leash, harness or dog it might mean a dog is being walked that is recovering (post op), it could be a solo hike for a female in heat, a senior dog that is just old and tired; but happy to be on an outing, another dog could be working through anxiety, a young pup in training, or finally a dog that would just prefer to be left alone, to name a few examples of when dogs where yellow ribbons. Yellow, alerting everyone-please be aware and I need space. Do not approach. Give us space....
This is not a warning that there is a dangerous or aggressive dog being walked. An aggressive dog with a dangerous dog designation is going to be muzzled. Most likely on a solo walk or hike. However, with the right trainer the dog can be rehabilitated. It's referred to as a rehabilitation hike/walk.
This program is NOT about or for aggressive dogs. Dogs that bite must wear a muzzle.You Can Not REPLACE A MUZZLE FOR A YELLOW RIBBON, BANDANA, TIE OR SIGN ON A DOG THAT BITES, whether you want to use the yellow signs, or not. There are unfortunately provinces, municipalities, and countries that have very unfair laws which require some breeds to wear muzzles all the time when outside because of their breeding. This article is is show the difference between the two.
It's about spreading awareness, not fear in a language everyone can understand for our pets safety, as well as, ours. A Big Thank you in advance from both 2 legs and 4.
To learn more about the program see the original post here at the link below.
http://gulahund.se/english/
Article #2 Is Your Dog Secure in the back seat or At Risk of Injury or Death?
Bringing awareness into all our inner dog circles
Bringing awareness into all our inner dog circles
Is your dog secure in the car or not? Stats report 60% of dog owners have driven while distracted by their pets as passengers. 52% of dog owners have petted their dog while driving. 17% percent of drivers allowed their dog to sit in their lap while driving. 43% take dogs to work and 40% take dogs on errands.
The safest way for your dog to be traveling in the car is secured in a crate, installing a pet barrier partition or secure your pet with a dog seat belt and harness combination. No matter the method you use, your dog shouldn't sit in the front seat under any circumstances-when securing them in the cargo area or backseat behind the front seat is safer.
This is not a product review, but I did want to show a few pics of the harness/seat belt combo I picked out for Piper a long time ago. Both rugged and secure. I know if anything happens in the car she is as safe as possible-short of using the crate method.
However, I do make the recommendation to bring along a light weight stretch harness as well, for afterwards. I prefer the heavy duty safety harness & seat belt combo for when we are traveling only.
However, I do make the recommendation to bring along a light weight stretch harness as well, for afterwards. I prefer the heavy duty safety harness & seat belt combo for when we are traveling only.
These are a couple of seat belt leads I use, as well. They simply pop into the seat belt buckle and secure the clip onto the dogs harness. It is not to be attached to a dog's collar-since this will cause a dog injury possibly resulting in serious injury or even death. This is about prevention and intervention and spreading awareness.
In conclusion, the stats are a little bit alarming. Similar to the drivers distracted by the phones and texting. If you are at risk of being distracted by your pet-pull over and address the issue at hand. Since the most alarming stat is unrestrained pets cause 30,000 auto accidents each year each year. I don't one of them to be you or yours. Please, look into securing your dog(s) if you haven't done so all ready. Many thanks in advance.
Until next time-
Paws Crossed
Lori & Piper
As always, for further information stats available on google or your search engine of choice and look into safety gear at your favorite local pet store.
Until next time-
Paws Crossed
Lori & Piper
As always, for further information stats available on google or your search engine of choice and look into safety gear at your favorite local pet store.
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Hi, my name is Lori and I want to personally welcome you to Making Tracks Dog Hiking Blog. This is where I will begin blogging posts about current adventures in the outback as well as, important topics regarding our furry companion(s), as Making Tracks leaves paw prints all over the web and I hope your heart and mine.
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