Fun Fact Friday: Why do dogs 🐕 love to sniff on walks

Fun Fact Friday: Why do dogs 🐕 love to sniff on walks?

●Dogs love to sniff on walks because their sense of smell is incredibly powerful, allowing them to gather detailed information about their environment through scent, essentially "reading" the world around them like we read a book with our eyes; this includes learning about other dogs who have been there, what they ate, and even their mood, all through tiny scent particles left behind - making sniffing a highly stimulating mental exercise that can be as tiring as physical activity; it's like a dog's version of social media!. 

● Dogs have a superpower nose and have up to 300 million scent receptors compared to our 6 million, making their sense of smell significantly more sensitive. 

● By sniffing, dogs can learn about other animals that have been in an area, their gender, and even their emotional state. 

● The process of analyzing smells is a big brain workout for dogs, helping them feel mentally satisfied. 

● Sniffing can release dopamine, a feel-good chemical, contributing to a happier dog. 

● Dogs can use scents to create mental maps of their surroundings, helping them find their way home, especially when they decide to go on an outdoor adventure on their own.

I know a few people, while walking their dog, won't allow the dog to sniff anything. They basically yank up the collar, forcing their dog's head up. This can lead to depression for the dog, as the dog is getting no stimulation in the brain workout. 

So, next time you're out walking your dog, allow your dog to sniff anything and everything, which will stimulate the 🧠 making one happy dog 🐕 

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Horse Wormer is toxic to your pets

Horse Wormer is toxic to your pets

I bet you never gave it any thought that when you went out to worm your horses, with your dogs tagging along, that the wormer that you’re giving a 800-1,200 horse is actually deadly to your dogs that are running around watching you.

There are two ingredients in equine wormers that are toxic. Moxidectin and Ivermectin. I personally have used wormers that carried both of these ingredients and one day, years ago, when I was getting ready to use it on my horse, Hazi, I was told by my friend to make sure that she completely swallowed the dose and to not allow it to hit the ground since her dogs were around. At first I was a little perplexed about this and then she explained that all it takes is a dog to swallow a small drop of this stuff, which the dog will immediately shows signs and symptoms of toxic poisoning. After taking several Equine classes, including Equine First Aid and Equine Anatomy and Physiology, I now educate my equine clients of this fact. 

Also, even though it’s very rare, a dog that eats horse manure can actually ingest toxic amounts by eating the manure of horses that have recently been dewormed. But, again, it is very rare.

Signs/Symptoms:

● Drooling

● Dilated Pupils

● Ataxia (think of an animal losing balance or acting like it's drunk)

● Trembling

● Seizures

 ● Coma

Death will occur unless you rush your dog/cat to the veterinarian immediately. Do not hesitate at all when dealing with equine worming poisoning. Equine Worming Medication also will poison your barn cats,

How to stay safe:

When deworming your horse, make sure your dogs are out of the pasture, or you make sure that your horse completely swallows the dose. I have seen some horses actually hold it in their mouth until you look away and then spit it out. To ensure that the dose is swallowed, you need to insert the syringe as far back in the mouth as you can, push the plunger, and then stroke the horse’s neck/throat area to ensure that it is completely swallowed. You can also hold the head up to ensure that the dose is swallowed. After dosing, hang out with your horse to make sure he/she isn’t pulling a fast one on you, so he/she will spit it out the moment you walk away.

Be diligent and be safe.

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The benefits of neutering your dog

Neutering a male dog can have many benefits, including a reduced risk of cancer, fewer unwanted behaviors, and a longer life. 

Health benefits:

● Prevents testicular cancer: Neutering eliminates the risk of testicular cancer. 

●Reduces prostate disease: Neutering reduces the risk of prostate problems like Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH). 

●Longer life: Neutering can contribute to a longer and healthier life for your dog. 

Behavior benefits:

●Reduces roaming: Neutering reduces the urge to roam away from home. 

●Reduces unwanted urination: Neutering reduces the urge to mark or spray, especially inside the home. 

●Reduces aggression: Neutering reduces the chance of behaviors such as humping and other undesirable male behaviors. 

Other benefits:

●Prevents unwanted puppies: Neutering eliminates the risk of unwanted puppies. 

●Helps with pet overpopulation: Neutering helps prevent unwanted litters that result in millions of dogs and cats being euthanized each year. 

Fact: When a dog is intact, he is driven by the instinct to mate and breed. He will want to find female dogs in heat, and if he senses one in the area, he will do everything he can to escape from your home or yard and roam. He may run away from home for a long time if this happens.

Most male dogs that end up in the shelter are intact!

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My name is Teri Ann, and I offer Human * Equine * Pet CPR & First Aid Training. I am a former EMT; WEMT & attended the EAMT Academy. I have been teaching for over 13 years.

Learn lifesaving skills by becoming the First Responder for humans and animals...you just may save a life!

We are looking for individuals or businesses to host our classes throughout AZ, or you can attend at one of our locations.

PM us your email address & we'll send you our 2025 Course Catalog offering 24+ classes

602-753-6734

Human:

http://www.heartsandwounds.com

Equine & Pet:

http://www.comfypetsofaz.com