Words to Live By – Dog Related Quotes
Best Dog Quotes
Dogs are our link to paradise. They don’t know evil or jealousy or discontent. To sit with a dog on a hillside on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing nothing was not boring—it was peace.
—Milan Kundera
Acquiring a dog may be the only time a person gets to choose a relative.
—Mordecai Siegal
There is nothing truer in this world than the love of a good dog.
—Mira Grant
Histories are more full of examples of the fidelity of dogs than of friends.
—Alexander Pope
You really have to be some kind of a creep for a dog to reject you.
—Joe Garagiola
The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him and not only will he not scold you, but he will make a fool of himself too.
—Samuel Butler
Thorns may hurt you, men desert you, sunlight turn to fog;
but you’re never friendless ever, if you have a dog.
—Douglas Mallock
You call to a dog and a dog will break its neck to get to you. Dogs just want to please. Call to a cat and its attitude is, ‘What’s in it for me?’
—Lewis Grizzard
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Human Allergies and Dogs Part 4: Allergy Proof Your Home
If you live with a pet, specifically a small breed, you know that they probably get into into everything from your bed to your laundry. In this series of posts on Human Allergies and Dogs, we have been discussing managing your allergies while living with a pet. In part 1, we focused on allergy symptoms. In part 2, we focused on seeking medical attention for your allergies and in part 3, we discussed medication and treatment options. In the final post in this series, we will discuss how to avoid or mitigate certain allergy triggers in your home.
Many people choose not to or cannot afford to seek medical attention. Over-the-counter medications such as antihistamines can be expensive or perhaps you are just seeking a more natural way to manage your allergies without the doctors and drugs Whether you choose to seek medical treatment for your allergies or not, there are things that you should do to allergy proof your home in order to alleviate your symptoms. Here are some suggestions:
Track your triggers
The first thing you need to do is to track your symptoms. Allergy sufferers know very well that warm weather brings, pollens and molds that float in the air. However, just because the weather is cool that doesn’t mean that you are in the clear. Always, check your local pollen forecast in case you need to limit your outdoor time on high-count days.
Clean Floors and Carpets
I know from personal experience that most of the allergens that are found inside my home are tracked in from outside. I happen to live in a carpeted home so I vacuum religiously. You should also clean floors with a damp mop. Keep in mind that, sweeping tends to stir up rather than get rid of allergens. Consider replacing rugs and carpets, which trap and hold allergens, with hardwood, tile, or other flooring materials that are easier to clean. Choose blinds instead of curtains, which is more fabric that can trap pet dander and other allergens.
Clean Heating Ducts and Filters
Dust and dust mites thrive because of your heating system. Professional cleaners can give your ducts a clean bill of health. Change heat system filters at least once a month.
Wash Fido and Fluffy
If pet dander is an issue, bathe your pets every week. I also like to keep a water bottle that I can spritz my little yapper with before she jumps into bed with me at night. I do this on the nights that I don’t feel like giving her a bath.
Air purifiers are great for allergies.
Consider investing in air purifiers for your home.
These are devices which remove allergens such as dust, pollen, pet dander and mold spurs from the air in a room. I keep one in my living area and in my bedroom and I can testify that it makes a big difference.
Protect your bed.
You spend a third to half your life in your bedroom, so make sure allergens like dust mites don’t live there too! If you’ve had your pillow and mattress for several years, replace them. Encase new ones in allergen-proof covers that zip closed.
We want you to be a happy, healthy pet owner and enjoy all of the time you can with your little yapper. If you suffer from allergies don’t let that be a barrier to a loving relationship with your dog.
The Best Gift You Can Give Your Pet
Looking for the perfect gift for your little Yapper this holiday season, how about microchipping them? The good people at Petstablished want our readers to know the extreme importance of registering your pet for microchipping.
What is a microchip and how does it work?
It is not a tracking device. It can only be “turned on” for a few seconds at a time by a handheld microchip scanner that is passed over the area the microchip is implanted to read the microchip’s unique ID number. Veterinarians, shelters and Animal Welfare Organizations (AWOs) have these scanners and use them to help lost pets all of the time. Pets that are microchipped are up to 20 times more likely to be reunited with their owners. A microchip is placed between your dog’s or cat’s shoulder blades under a veterinarian’s supervision. Implantation is quick, easy and virtually painless – similar to a vaccine injection – and can be performed during a regular clinic visit.
Here at YapTalk, we believe in safety and preparedness. This is why microchipping your little Yapper and registering their microchip is such a near and dear subject to our hearts. Petstablished want to ensure that if the worse happens and your 4-legged friend is lost or stolen, you will be reunited as quickly as possible. They also want to use microchip registration to help get as many lost pets reconnected with their owners in the event of accidental separation. This is why Petstablished is much more than a microchip company.
Petstablished also provides software management to Animal Welfare Organizations commonly known as AWOs, are non-profit organizations that depend on their local governments, grants, and private donations to exist and function. These can be your local SPCA or rescue group. Petstablished’s mission is to assist these organizations with managing their day-to-day operations so that they may spend more of their time connecting pets with their future families rather than on administrative tasks. Petstablished is a one stop shop that helps shelters and rescues better manage those administrative tasks, and helps AWOs gain more exposure for their adoptable animals. With Petstablished, your adoptable pets get high visibility, and with its features, automation and ease of use, helps shelters and rescues adopt out more pets.
What’s the good of a microchip if it’s not registered and/or if the owner information isn’t accurate or up-to-date? Petstablished wants to stress that while microchipping is important, there are also two other essential things that all pet owners MUST DO…they MUST register their pet’s microchip AND keep their own records up to date.
Human Allergies and Dogs Part 3: Treatment Options
We love our pets and there isn’t anything that most of us would not do for our little Yappers. Owners of small breed dogs especially, know that you spend a lot of time with them. Many small breeds are indoor pets which means that they always under foot-on your furniture, in your face, on your bed… However, as responsible pet parents, we also have to take our own health and well-being into consideration so that we can remain healthy and happy for them.
I had to recently seek the medical treatment of an allergist. After interviewing me about my history with allergies, she did what is known as a skin prick test; also called a puncture or scratch test. This test checks for immediate allergic reactions to as many as 40 different substances at once. This test is usually done to identify allergies to pollen, mold, pet dander, dust mites, etc. If you are allergic to one of the substances tested, you’ll develop a raised, red, itchy bump that may look like a mosquito bite. As you will see from the photo below, My prick test identified that I was allergic to several substances.
Treatment Options
- Control your exposure. The first thing to do is to avoid your allergy triggers. Stay indoors when pollen counts are highest, usually in mid-morning and early evening. Close the windows and run the air conditioner (window fans can draw in pollen and mold spores). When you go out, wear eyeglasses or big sunglasses to block pollen from your eyes. Driving? Keep the windows closed and run the air conditioner.
- OTC Medicines. There are many over the counter medicines, called antihistamines that are great for treating allergy symptoms. OTC drugs like Claritin or Benadryl often stop allergy symptoms in their tracks! Beware though, one of the major side-effects of some of these drugs are drowsiness but there are many non-drowsy formulas as well. Your doctor may also prescribe prescription strength drugs like Chlorpheniramine or nasal sprays like Nasonex.
- Allergy Shots: Allergy shots help your body get used to allergens, the things that trigger an allergic reaction. They aren’t a cure, but in time, your symptoms will get better and you may not have symptoms as often.You may want to consider allergy shots — also called ” immunotherapy” — if you have symptoms more than 3 months a year and medicines don’t give you enough relief. These are administered by your allergist.
In the next and final part of this series of posts. We discuss things that you can do in your home to reduce your exposure to allergens.
10 More Awesome Quotes About Dogs
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—Judy Desmond
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—Edward Abbey
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—Unknown
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—Cynthia Heimel
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—Margot Kaufman
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—Charles de Gaulle
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—Charles M. Schulz
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—James Thurber
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—Mark Twain
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—Will Rogers
Travel Easy With Your Dog
With the holidays right around the corner, many of us will be packing up our pets and hoomans to visit loved ones. Whether you are traveling by plane, train or automobile… for some, traveling with a pet can be a nerve wrecking experience.
This post from the good folks at BarkPost.com, lists 5 myths about traveling with your pooch that will dispel some of the bad information that you may have been operating on for years. We hope that after reading this you will have the peace of mind that will make the trip more enjoyable for you and your dog.
http://thebark.com/content/how-do-dogs-know-we-are-coming-home
Petstablished – Beyond Microchipping
Here at YapTalk we believe in safety and preparedness. This is why microchipping your little Yapper is such a near and dear subject to our hearts. The good folks at Petstablished wants to ensure that if the worse happens and your 4-legged friend is lost or stolen, you will be reunited as quickly as possible. They also want to use microchipping to get as many pets as possible into their furever homes. This is why Petstablished is much more than a microchip company.
Petstablished also provides software management to Animal Welfare Organizations commonly known as AWOs, are non-profit organizations that depend on their local governments, grants, and private donations to exist and function. These can be your local SPCA or rescue group. Petstablished’s mission is to assist these organizations with managing their day-to-day operations so that they may spend more of their time connecting pets with their future families rather than on administrative tasks. The goal is to get the most exposure for the pets. Petstablished is a one stop shop that serves as a bridge between your lost dog and everyone else. With Petstablished, your pet get high visibility and it also gives homeless dogs a higher likelihood of getting adopted.
Petstablished also wants to stress that while microchipping is important, there is also one other essential thing that all pet owners MUST DO…keep their own records up to date. After all, what’s the good of a microchip if the owner information isn’t accurate or up-to-date?
www.petstablished.com
Check out this example of many of testimonials from very satisfied Petstablished clients…
…I’ve worked with rescues all over the country since 1989, and this is the best thing I’ve ever seen. “This is a Godsend!
PENNSYLVANIA RESCUE ORG.10/23/15
If you are interested in using Petstablished to microchip your pet or you work with one of the many great Animal Welfare Organizations throughout the country, please consider this company for your needs. Petstablished makes life easier for pets and people who love them.
Small Dog, Big Hero: The Story of Smoky, WWII Veteran
Small dog, BIG heart
We here at YapTalk, know very well that big things can come is tiny packages. Even so, when you think about war heroes, I seriously doubt that any one in their wildest imagination would expect a 4 pound Yorkie to have been one of our nation’s heroes. We’d like to share with you, the story of a little Yapper that served our country valiantly during WWII.
As we honor the brave, men, women and canines who have served and continue to serve in the United States Armed Forces. Yes, you read that correctly…many of our brothers and sisters in arms are also of the canine persuasion and there have been a few who are small breed dogs.
A few of years ago, I had the great pleasure of connecting with the folks of the Cedar Hill Texas Pet Memorial Project , through this organization I learned about a little Teacup Terrier named Smoky who is credited with being the tiniest four-footed soldier to serve in WWII.
“Smoky, a 4-pound female Yorkshire terrier, was found in the jungle of New Guinea and purchased by American soldier Bill Wynne. During WWII, Smoky earned honors for bravery after she warned Wynne of incoming fire on a transport ship.”
-BarkPost post, 05/22/2015: From Yorkies to Pitties: 20 of the Bravest Military Dogs in History]. During the war
Fortunately, Smoky did not lose her life in service. Bill and Smoky’s story did not end after the war. For the next 10 years after WWII, the two friends continued to tour the United States in the entertainment field where Smoky demonstrated her remarkable skills, which included walking a tightrope while blindfolded.
On Veterans Day, November 11, 2005, a bronze life-size sculpture of Smoky sitting in a GI helmet, atop a two-ton blue granite base, was unveiled. It is placed above the very spot that Smoky was laid at her final resting place. This monument is dedicated to “Smoky, the Yorkie Doodle Dandy, and the Dogs of All Wars”
Happy Veterans Day to all of the canines and humans who have and continue to serve our country. YapTalk salutes you!
For more details on the remarkable story of Smoky and the man who loved her, pick up a copy of Yorkie Doodle Dandy from Amazon.com.
10 Great Dog Quotes
With the recent election regardles of which candidate you voted for, the world has seemed like a lonely and negative place and we need some inspiration. So, here are 10 great quotes about our little friends that will make you either laugh or smile. Enjoy…
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Dogs never bite me. Just humans.
—Marilyn Monroe
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There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face.
—Ben Williams
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I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me, they are the role model for being alive.
—Gilda Radner
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Only my dogs will not betray me.
—Maria Callas
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Dogs laugh, but they laugh with their tails.
—Max Eastman
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When you feel lousy, puppy therapy is indicated.
—Sara Paretsky
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Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.
—Roger Caras
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The more boys I meet, the more I love my dog.
—Carrie Underwood
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It’s no coincidence that man’s best friend cannot talk.
—Unknown
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One reason a dog can be such a comfort when you’re feeling blue is that he doesn’t try to find out why.
—Unknown