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Quick tips to reduce the allergens associated with your pets! Breathe easier!
Party Marty, here to shed some light on pets and allergies, most specifically related to dogs and cats. Hey! We know you love your pets, so don’t let those nasty allergens ruin the attraction you have to us!
If you suffer from allergies related to pets, here are some helpful tips from our friends at everydayhealth.com:
*When vacuuming, be sure to use a vacuum cleaner model that has a HEPA filter that can help to control the amount of pet dander in your home. Without this filter, the dander is just spread around, actually making things worse.
*Keep pets off the furniture, too, as they can spread their saliva and hair into the texture of the fabric.
*To minimize any allergic reactions you might have, consider giving your dog a weekly bath using a special shampoo designed to reduce allergens.
*Cats tend to cause more allergens than dogs, as their dander is light and sticky and travels everywhere. If someone in your home is not troubled by pet allergies, have that person brush the cat daily and then thoroughly clean the brush. Get in the habit of wiping the cat down daily with a damp washcloth. You can even inquire of your pet for a special pet diet/food that will minimize dander.
Finally, the biggest tip of all comes straight from the lips of yours truly:
*Consider getting rid of the dog. (Oops! Jessie just walked into the room! Gotta go! You did not see me here at all! I am off! Dang…hope she does not look in my browser for recent online activity!)
Is Mother’s Day Deadly to Cats? It Can Be….
Party Marty with an important warning about Mother’s Day! My buddy Bolt, the Yorkie-Poo, just called me to let me know that one of the humans in his house bought the other human some stargazer lilies for Mother’s Day. The clerk at the store asked the person, “Do you have cats?” He asked why and the clerk emphasized that stargazer lilies are highly toxic to cats.
If you have a human who adores these aromatic flowers and likes to have them at home, be careful if you own a cat! If a cat eats them, she can go into kidney failure.
Symptoms off stargazer lily ingestion include vomiting, loss of appetite, overall lethargy, depression, inability to urinate due to kidney failure, and death.
If you suspect your cat has ingested any part of a stargazer lily, take action IMMEDIATELY! Hydrogen peroxide should be administered to the cat to induce vomiting so that the stomach can be emptied and no further absorption of the toxin can take effect. Take the cat to the nearest veterinarian clinic where a 24-hour fluid can be administered for diuresis to allow for the cat’s kidneys to continue functioning as they should. Other medication may also need to be administered.
On the other hand, if your mom likes flowers, go for the artificial ones! Or…how about some made out of cat nip? Yeah…that sounds like a great idea! Catnip flowers! Genius! I may have to check into getting a patent on that grand idea!
Happy Mother’s Day to all of the incredible Moms out there!
Thanks to pawsdogdaycare.com for this helpful information.
Funny Pet Video of the Week
In this video, two cats are struggling to get the hang of patty-cake. Enjoy!
Exercises that are “ABs”-olutely Great for You and Your Cat!
Party Marty, the suave and sophisticated cat, checking out his profile in the mirror: Not bad. Not bad at all. Those winter months were not too hard on this bod! However, I bet there are some fat cats out there who could stand a bit of old-fashioned exercise before swim suit season is in full swing! (And their humans, too!) Here’s a fun exercise activity to do with your cat from which both of you will benefit:
Looking for a tummy toner that helps you and gets your cat moving at the same time? Do sit ups while holding a mini flashlight in each hand. When you are at the top position, tighten your ab muscles while simultaneously waivng the flashlight beams back and forth on the wall. Watch your cat chase them. Repeat. Again. More! Work it! Feel the burn! I’m done!
Thanks to prevention.com for this cool tip!
Smokey Has A Record Making Purr
Smokey is a pretty kitty with the loudest purr around. Check her out……..
In My Humble Opinion, Cats Are Better than Dogs Because…
The Spirit of Bo, the dearly-departed but never forgotten cat: You know, I read the post the other day about why dogs are better than men. Well, I’d like to stretch that a bit and express my thoughts as to why cats are better than dogs which essentially makes them better than men…..you know how we are….sophisticated, intellectual and well-versed in all things! While I bring these to your attention in simple fun, there may be some hint of truth to them, depending upon your perspective! Thanks to therealowner.com for sharing these with us.
Cats are better than dogs because they use a litter box. (With dogs, you have to go outdoors into the elements!)
Cats are better than dogs because they are independent. (With dogs, you leave the house and sometimes worry as to what mess you might discover upon coming home!)
Cats are better than dogs because they are quieter. (Sure, we meow and hiss and all, but I bet you won’t be awakened at 3 a.m. with barking, growling and so on just because the wind moved a chair on the back deck.)
Cats are better than dogs because, well, let’s face it…we look sleek, regal and ultra-sophisticated…always camera ready. (We don’t drool!)
Cats are better than dogs because we don’t beg. (We won’t stare at you while you eat and continue to whine.)
Cats are better than dogs because we can spend most of our lives indoors. (We are low-maintenance. You don’t have to take us out several times a day or take us on walks.)
Cats are better than dogs because we show our love and affection with a gentle rub to your leg. (We don’t jump, pounce, and nearly push you over to greet you!)
Sure, dogs are great! I love them! Excellent servants! HA! However, as a cat myself, I do have to toot my own horn on occasion….even from Heaven, for as you know, all dogs go to heaven, too! It’s crowded up here!
Funny Pet Video of the Week
Beware the Ninja kitty……..
Help Your Pet Reduce His Carbon Pawprint
With Earth Day coming up tomorrow, there is a lot of focus on taking care of the environment. Here are some ways you and your pet can help:
- Disposing of pet waste. It’s estimated dogs in the US produce 10 million tons of waste, cats 2 million. For dog waste, plastic bags do not decompose in landfills. Using biodegradable bags, which are often flushable, is an ecologically sound alternative. For cat waste, choosing a biodegradable litter is a good choice. Biodegradable litter is made of ingredients like wheat, corn, wheat or old newspapers. Odor control and absorption is often equal to the traditional clumping clay-based litter. Introduce the new litter gradually to minimize litter box avoidance issues.
- Spay/Neuter. Pet reproduction rates for dogs and cats account for 12-20 offspring per year, contributing to the 6-8 million homeless pets in the US. Many area animal shelters provide low cost spay/neuter services. If adopting a shelter pet, spay/neuter has already happened if the pet is of age.
- Sustainable Pet Supplies. A growing number of collars, leashes and pet toys are made with products such as cork, bamboo and hemp. Hemp is anti-fungal and breathable, making it a good choice for pets prone to allergies. It is also very sturdy, resistance to the elements is much higher than cotton. Hemp, cork and bamboo are highly renewable, making them a good ecological choice. Due to governmental regulations, hemp farming is not legal in the US. The majority of hemp used for products is imported from Canada, making the cost of hemp products higher.
Estate Planning and Your Pet
If you died unexpectedly, do you have a plan in place for care of your pets?
More pet owners are making provisions in their estate planning for their pet’s care. Most states allow pet owners to establish a trust for their pet. With a trust, property can be set aside for your pet’s care and a trustee named to manage the property.
A new owner for your pet can be named either in your will or irrevocable trust. If you don’t name a new owner, most state laws give ownership to your next of kin. In the will, you can also set aside funds to be given to the new owner for your pet’s care.
Have you planned for your pet’s care?
Info for this post from Whole Dog Journal, March 2012
A Lean, Mean Running Machine
Obesity is becoming a real problem for pets like it is for us, but Road Runner the cat is taking steps to stay in shape. Check this out……
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