Tuesday, June 24, 2008

It's been a long night!


Well, the long awaited moment arrived and Aleutia had her pups last night. The first one, (which we lost,) arrived at 11:30 PM on the 23rd, all of the rest were born on 6/24. The last one was born this morning at 8:30, so as you can imagine, it was a long night for mama dog and me!


Here is a picture of the pups less than 12 hours old. The pups are eating and doing well.

Saturday, June 21, 2008

Heeeeerrrrrrrrrre's Chloe


We are so happy to be adding this little cutie to our Windtalker's pack. She is the Daugher of Little Diesel, who of course is all grown up now. Diesel's main squeeze is Sassy (Sister of Zoi.) I am so thrilled to be able to continue both Diesel's and Sassy's bloodlines.


Her name is Chloe. Look at those big beautiful baby blues. She is absolutely gorgeous and a little sweetie. She will be coming home after Aleutia has her pups and they get a bit older. I don't want to take any chances on Aleutia hurting her. The mama doggies are so protective of their youngsters until the pups eyes are open.


I will post more pics of her once she arrives.


And...... we are still waiting for Aleutia to have those babies. I am hoping any day now. I will post pics of them too as soon as they are born.


If you have any questions please feel free to email us.


Tuesday, June 17, 2008

Warning! Cocoa Bean Shell Mulch Toxic to Dogs

COCOA BEAN SHELL MULCH IS TOXIC TO DOGS

The A.S.P.C.A. has determined that dogs consuming cocoa bean shell mulch are exhibiting signs similar to those seen with chocolate intoxication. These signs include increased heart rate, trembling, vomiting, panting, and muscle tremors. The A.S.P.C.A. recommends that fertilizers and mulch be checked for cocoa been ingredients and that these products not be placed with dogs. Cocoa been shells are a by-product of chocolate production and are commonly sold to landscapers and homeowners. If a dog ingests this product, contact a veterinarian or the A.S.P.C.A. Animal Poison Control Center at (888-426-4435).

Kathleen Stryeski, DVM

True information about the mulch can be found here - ASPCA This site gives the following information: Cocoa Mulch, which is sold by Home Depot, Foreman's Garden Supply and other Garden supply stores, contains a lethal ingredient called "Theobromine". It is lethal to dogs and cats. It smells like chocolate and it really attracts dogs. They will ingest this stuff and die. Several deaths already occurred in the last 2-3 weeks. Just a word of caution ---check what you are using in your gardens and be aware of what your gardeners are using in your gardens. Theobromine is the ingredient that is used to make all chocolate ,especially dark or baker's chocolate which is toxic to dogs. Cocoa bean shells contain potentially toxic quantities of theobromine, a xanthine compound similar in effects to caffeine and theophylline. A dog that ingested a lethal quantity of garden mulch made from cacao bean shells developed severe convulsions and died 17 hours later. Analysis of the stomach contents and the ingested cacao bean shells revealed the presence of lethal amounts of theobromine.

Please email the manufacturer at http://michellemessick@hersheys.com and request that accurate information about this product be posted on the packaging to avoid further tragedy.