Pets, Your 12/31/2010 FTLTD Blog Digest

Friday, December 31, 2010
 

 

Devoted to you and your canine companion as well as all dogs, you'll find current dog news, canine advocacy, health, welfare, food & nutrition, wonderful writings and poetry, videos and even dog humor.

The Latest in the Search for Nala
 2010-12-30 17:44:57-05

Alisa Miller is currently in Atlanta searching for Nala with Ann States, a local individual who has been helping Alisa look for her lost pet – and faithfully providing us with updates.  They are currently following up on leads of Nala Sightings.  It has been a long and tough time for them.  Fortunately, the media [...]

Read more...
 


 
   About

Deanna Raeke

Deanna Raeke
Dog Lover & Proud Pet Parent

I am passionate when it comes to my canine companions as well as dogs everywhere. It is my mission to raise awareness of any issues that affect them, from their health, food and nutrition and training to their welfare. Canine advocacy is something that everyone who cares about dogs needs to be aware of and we all need to share that and raise our voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

For the Love of the Dog is my small effort to do that.
Please, won't you help me!
 
 
 


4590 138th Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, USA

  This message is intended for Pets who subscribed on {!signdate ss} using the email address blogworldofpets@gmail.com from the IP 201.45.166.230.  If this is not you or you no longer wish to receive the email updates, please use the Unsubscribe link below.

 

 



To unsubscribe or change subscriber options visit:
http://www.aweber.com/z/r/?HAwcrJyMtKyMbKxsrJxstEa0HGwcLMwsHA==

Pets, Your 12/29/2010 FTLTD Blog Digest

Wednesday, December 29, 2010
 

 

Devoted to you and your canine companion as well as all dogs, you'll find current dog news, canine advocacy, health, welfare, food & nutrition, wonderful writings and poetry, videos and even dog humor.

Help Find Nala!
 2010-12-28 18:03:40-05

The search is on!  But your help is still needed.  Alisa is flying to Atlanta today to search for her dog.  She is being assisted by a local Atlanta advocate, Ann States, who is being Alisa's right-hand in the networking and search for Nala.   They need volunteers to help hand out flyers and actively search [...]

Read more...
 


 
   About

Deanna Raeke

Deanna Raeke
Dog Lover & Proud Pet Parent

I am passionate when it comes to my canine companions as well as dogs everywhere. It is my mission to raise awareness of any issues that affect them, from their health, food and nutrition and training to their welfare. Canine advocacy is something that everyone who cares about dogs needs to be aware of and we all need to share that and raise our voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

For the Love of the Dog is my small effort to do that.
Please, won't you help me!
 
 
 


4590 138th Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, USA

  This message is intended for Pets who subscribed on {!signdate ss} using the email address blogworldofpets@gmail.com from the IP 201.45.166.230.  If this is not you or you no longer wish to receive the email updates, please use the Unsubscribe link below.

 

 



To unsubscribe or change subscriber options visit:
http://www.aweber.com/z/r/?HAwcrJyMtKyMbKxsrJxstEa0HGxs7Ozs7A==

Pets, Your 12/25/2010 FTLTD Blog Digest

Saturday, December 25, 2010
 

 

Devoted to you and your canine companion as well as all dogs, you'll find current dog news, canine advocacy, health, welfare, food & nutrition, wonderful writings and poetry, videos and even dog humor.

An image of Peace, Love, and Comfort
 2010-12-25 09:49:14-05

Isn't this a sweet picture?  This has been floating around Facebook and the internet.  The only story I can find is this little homeless dog was found snuggled in baby Jesus' manger in a Nativity display in Criciuma, Santa Catarina, Brazil.   Parishioners were so touched by this scene that they didn't have the [...]

Read more...
 


 
   About

Deanna Raeke

Deanna Raeke
Dog Lover & Proud Pet Parent

I am passionate when it comes to my canine companions as well as dogs everywhere. It is my mission to raise awareness of any issues that affect them, from their health, food and nutrition and training to their welfare. Canine advocacy is something that everyone who cares about dogs needs to be aware of and we all need to share that and raise our voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

For the Love of the Dog is my small effort to do that.
Please, won't you help me!
 
 
 


4590 138th Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, USA

  This message is intended for Pets who subscribed on {!signdate ss} using the email address blogworldofpets@gmail.com from the IP 201.45.166.230.  If this is not you or you no longer wish to receive the email updates, please use the Unsubscribe link below.

 

 



To unsubscribe or change subscriber options visit:
http://www.aweber.com/z/r/?HAwcrJyMtKyMbKxsrJxstEa0HGwszBzsbA==

Pets, Your 12/24/2010 FTLTD Blog Digest

Friday, December 24, 2010
 

 

Devoted to you and your canine companion as well as all dogs, you'll find current dog news, canine advocacy, health, welfare, food & nutrition, wonderful writings and poetry, videos and even dog humor.

Another Delta Airlines Failure
 2010-12-23 20:40:37-05

Delta Airlines is responsible for another heartbroken owner.  And this new lost dog report comes from none other than The Consumerist. 

Alisa and her husband are moving to Germany and taking their two dogs, Nala a German Shepherd mix, and a Beagle named Princess.  The dogs were booked on Delta Airlines from San Diego to Atlanta, [...]

Read more...
 


 
   About

Deanna Raeke

Deanna Raeke
Dog Lover & Proud Pet Parent

I am passionate when it comes to my canine companions as well as dogs everywhere. It is my mission to raise awareness of any issues that affect them, from their health, food and nutrition and training to their welfare. Canine advocacy is something that everyone who cares about dogs needs to be aware of and we all need to share that and raise our voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

For the Love of the Dog is my small effort to do that.
Please, won't you help me!
 
 
 


4590 138th Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, USA

  This message is intended for Pets who subscribed on {!signdate ss} using the email address blogworldofpets@gmail.com from the IP 201.45.166.230.  If this is not you or you no longer wish to receive the email updates, please use the Unsubscribe link below.

 

 



To unsubscribe or change subscriber options visit:
http://www.aweber.com/z/r/?HAwcrJyMtKyMbKxsrJxstEa0HGzMHOxMHA==

What are blogworldofpets.blogspot.com's most shared pages on Facebook?

Thursday, December 23, 2010
Go here to find out:
http://likebutton.me/?url=blogworldofpets.blogspot.com

Search the most shared pages on the internet here:
http://allthingsnow.com

Merry Christmas,
John Peterson
All Things Now, Inc.

Website: http://allthingsnow.com/
Email: allthingsnowinc@gmail.com

Your Blog Featured at bestdogfoods.org.uk.

Hello, This is Shiela from bestdogfoods.org.uk. We stumbled on your blog while searching for Best Dog Foods related information. We operate the largest Best Dog Foods website featuring more than 30,000+ blogs. Our site averages 200,000+ uniques visitors per month. Based on your blog's popularity and other factors, we have featured your blog at http://bestdogfoods.org.uk/blog_awards/index.php?id=44289 We would be grateful if you could add the following details to your blogs main page. <a href='http://bestdogfoods.org.uk/'>Best Dog Foods</a> Looking forward for your confirmation. Thanks Shiela bestdogfoods.org.uk. P.S. If You Have More Quality Blog We Can Feature Those.

Unpaid Beneficiary $5.8million is ready to be paid..

Unpaid-Beneficiary
It is obvious that you have not received your fund which is to the tune of5.8million dollars for more info contact
director of payment rev.Larry smith with your information wish is Age,Sex,Name,occupation,tel,send all info to this mail
address giving to you wish is rev.larrysmith_office1@yahoo.com.hk
Yours.
Mr. Boateng Johnson
CC: Federal Bureau of Investigation
CC: National Central Bureau of Interpol

Pets, Your 12/22/2010 FTLTD Blog Digest

Wednesday, December 22, 2010
 

 

Devoted to you and your canine companion as well as all dogs, you'll find current dog news, canine advocacy, health, welfare, food & nutrition, wonderful writings and poetry, videos and even dog humor.

Justice Round-Up 12/21/10
 2010-12-22 00:23:28-05

It is quite obvious that we've been very silent here on this website for awhile.  When you check through the news for articles of interest on dogs every day, one thing always makes its way to the top – cruelty.  Always cruelty.  Every day a new list of crimes against animals.  Beatings, burnings, starvation, dog [...]

Read more...
 


 
   About

Deanna Raeke

Deanna Raeke
Dog Lover & Proud Pet Parent

I am passionate when it comes to my canine companions as well as dogs everywhere. It is my mission to raise awareness of any issues that affect them, from their health, food and nutrition and training to their welfare. Canine advocacy is something that everyone who cares about dogs needs to be aware of and we all need to share that and raise our voice for those who cannot speak for themselves.

For the Love of the Dog is my small effort to do that.
Please, won't you help me!
 
 
 


4590 138th Street, Chippewa Falls, WI 54729, USA

  This message is intended for Pets who subscribed on {!signdate ss} using the email address blogworldofpets@gmail.com from the IP 201.45.166.230.  If this is not you or you no longer wish to receive the email updates, please use the Unsubscribe link below.

 

 



To unsubscribe or change subscriber options visit:
http://www.aweber.com/z/r/?HAwcrJyMtKyMbKxsrJxstEa0HGxMjJwc7A==

Cats Resource

Wednesday, December 15, 2010

Cats Resource


Cats - Domesticated varieties

Posted: 14 Dec 2010 09:35 PM PST


The concept of a cat breed appeared in Britain during the late 19th century. The current list of cat breeds is quite large: with the Cat Fanciers' Association recognizing 41 breeds, of which 16 are "natural breeds" that probably emerged before humans began breeding pedigree cats, while the others were developed over the latter half of the 20th century. The owners and breeders of show cats compete to see whose animal bears the closest resemblance to the "ideal" definition and standard of the breed (see selective breeding). Because of common crossbreeding in populated areas, many cats are simply identified as belonging to the homogeneous breeds of domestic longhair and domestic shorthair, depending on their type of fur. In the United Kingdom and Australasia, non-purebred cats are referred in slang as moggies (derived from "Maggie", short for Margaret, reputed to have been a common name for cows and calves in 18th century England and latter applied to housecats during the Victorian era). In the United States, a non-purebred cat is sometimes referred to in slang as a barn or alley cat, even if it is not a stray.
Cats come in a variety of colors and patterns. These are physical properties and should not be confused with a breed of cat. Furthermore, cats may show the color and/or pattern particular to a certain breed without actually being of that breed. For example, cats may have seal point coloration, but not be Siamese.
Some original cat breeds that have a distinct phenotype that is the main type occurring naturally as the dominant domesticated cat type in their region of origin are sometimes considered as subspecies and also have received names as such in nomenclature, although this is not supported by feline biologists. Some of these cat breeds are:
  • F. catus anura – the Manx – The Manx is a stocky, solid cat with a dense double coat (long or short), a compact body, very short back, hind legs that are visibly longer than the front legs, big bones, a wide chest, and greater depth of flank (sides of the cat nearest the rear) than other cats. A female Manx would not weigh more than 10 pounds and a male does not weigh over 12 pounds. Specific to this breed is the way their ears appear as a "cradle" when looked at from behind. A Manx cat is mainly recognized by its appearance as it does not have a tail. Although some of them may have a small tail, most Manx cats are tailless. Because of the genetic deformation of these cats they are susceptible of developing what is called Manx Syndrome, a condition that could be fatal for a kitten. Although the gene normally affects only the tail, there is the risk of causing damage to the spine such as fused vertebrae.
  • F. catus siamensis – the Siamese – Siamese cats are amongst the firstly recognized Oriental cats, a type of cat with a long body but an elegant posture. The length is the main characteristic based on which these cats are distinguished. Their body, legs and tail are all long and still Siamese cats are known for their grace. Also, they are famous because of their blue almond eyes and they are also called "people cats" because of the affection they show to their owners.
  • F. catus cartusenensis – the Chartreux – The Chartreux is a natural French breed, which is easily recognized by its size, grayish color and double coat. These cats are also famous because of the paradox coming from the combination between a massively build body and smiling expression and sweet voice.
  • F. catus angorensis – the Turkish Angora


Cats Resource

Tuesday, December 14, 2010

Cats Resource


Cat Diseases

Posted: 14 Dec 2010 06:05 AM PST




Infectious disease
An infectious disease is caused by the presence of organisms such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, or parasites (either animalian or protozoan). Most of these diseases can spread from cat to cat via airborne pathogens or through direct or indirect contact. Certain infectious diseases are a concern from a public health standpoint because they are zoonoses (transmittable to humans).




Viral
Viral respiratory diseases in cats can be serious, especially in catteries and kennels. Causing one-half of the respiratory diseases in cats. Timely vaccination can reduce the risk and severity of an infection. Feline viral rhinotracheitis is the most important of these diseases and is found worldwide. The other important cause of feline respiratory disease is the feline calicivirus.
Feline viral rhinotracheitis (FVR) is an upper respiratory infection of cats caused by feline herpesvirus 1 (FHV-1), of the family Herpesviridae. It is also known as feline influenza. FVR is very contagious and can cause severe disease, including death from pneumonia in young kittens. All members of the Felidae family are susceptible to FVR,
Feline calicivirus (FCV)
Chlamydophila felis
Feline panleukopenia (FPV) more commonly known as feline distemper is caused by the feline parvovirus, a close relative of canine parvovirus. It is not related to canine distemper. Panleukopenia is primarily spread through contact with an infected cat's bodily fluids, feces, or fleas.
Feline leukemia virus (FeLV) is a retrovirus transmitted between infected cats when the transfer of saliva or nasal secretions is involved, for example when sharing a feeding dish. If not defeated by the animal's immune system, the virus can be lethal. The disease is a virus, not a cancer. The name stems from the fact that the first disease associated with the virus was a form of leukemia. By the time it was discovered that the virus was not the same as leukemia, the misnomer had already found its way into the vocabulary of pet owners.
Feline immunodeficiency virus (FIV), commonly known as Feline AIDS is a lentivirus that affects domesticated house cats worldwide. FeLV and FIV are in the same biological family, and are sometimes mistaken for one another. However, the viruses differ in many ways. Although many of the diseases caused by FeLV and FIV are similar, the specific ways in which they are caused also differs.


Feline infectious peritonitis (FIP)' is a fatal, incurable disease caused by Feline Infectious Peritonitis Virus (FIPV), which is a mutation of Feline Enteric Coronavirus (FECV/FeCoV). The mutated virus has the ability to invade and grow in certain white blood cells, namely macrophages. The immune system's response causes an intense inflammatory reaction in the containing tissues. This disease is generally fatal. However its incidence rate is roughly 1 in 5000 for households with one or two cats.
Rabies in cats is a fatal disease transmitted by the bite of an infected mammal, such as a dog, raccoon, bat, or another cat. Animals with rabies suffer deterioration of the brain and tend to behave bizarrely and often aggressively, increasing the chances that they will bite another animal or a person and transmit the disease. Rabies is rare in many developed countries with more than 99% of all human deaths from rabies occurring in Africa, Asia and South America which report thirty thousand deaths annually. In the United States, cats make up 4.6% of reported cases of rabies infected animals.
H5N1. See: Global spread of H5N1#Felidae (cats)
Vaccination
Main article: Feline vaccination
Fungal
Ringworm
Parasites
Cytauxzoonosis is a mostly fatal tick-borne disease in domestic cats. It is identified as the blood parasite Cytauxzoon felis.
Ear mites are mites that live in the ears of animals.
Flea
Heartworm
Roundworm
Tick
Toxoplasmosis
Genetic disease




A cat displaying heterochromia
Familial renal disease is inherited in Abyssinians and Persians
Feline hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Heart valve dysplasia
Heterochromia
Luxating patella
Portosystemic shunt. Found in Persians and Himalayans.
Skin disorder
Further information: Cat skin disorders
Cat skin disorders are among the most common health problems in cats. Skin disorders in cats have many causes, and many of the common skin disorders that afflict people have a counterpart in cats. The condition of a cat's skin and coat can also be an important indicator of its general health. Skin disorders of cats vary from acute, self-limiting problems to chronic or long-lasting problems requiring life-time treatment.
Cheyletiella is a mild dermatitis caused by mites of the genus Cheyletiella. It is also known as walking dandruff due to skin scales being carried by the mites. Cheyletiella live on the skin surface of dogs, cats, rabbits, and humans.
Feline acne
Feline eosinophilic granuloma
Flea allergy dermatitis
Hyperthyroidism
Miliary dermatitis (feline eczema)
Mange
Tumors and cancer
Bladder cancer
Bone cancer
Intestinal cancer
Liver cancer
Lymphoma in animals
Mammary tumor
Mast cell tumor
Nose cancer
Skin cancer
Soft tissue sarcoma
Stomach cancer
Other diseases
Cerebellar hypoplasia is a disorder found in cats and dogs in which the cerebellum is not completely mature at birth. Cerebellar hypoplasia causes jerky movements, tremors and generally uncoordinated motion. The animal often falls down and has trouble walking. Tremors increase when the animal is excited and subside when at ease.
A corneal ulcer is an inflammatory condition of the cornea involving loss of its outer layer. It is very common in dogs and is sometimes seen in cats.
Diabetes
Epilepsy is characterized by recurrent unprovoked seizures. Epilepsy in cats is rare likely because there is no hereditary component to epilepsy in cats.
Feline asthma
Feline Hepatic Lipidosis also known as Feline Fatty Liver Syndrome, is one of the most common forms of liver disease of cats. The disease begins when the cat stops eating from a loss of appetite, forcing the liver to convert body fat into usable energy.
Feline lower urinary tract disease is a term that is used to cover many problems of the feline urinary tract, including stones and cystitis. The term feline urologic syndrome is an older term which is still sometimes used for this condition. It is a common disease in adult cats, though it can strike in young cats too. It may present as any of a variety of urinary tract problems, and can lead to a complete blockage of the urinary system, which if left untreated is fatal.
Feline odontoclastic resorptive lesion
Feline spongiform encephalopathy
Polyneuropathy
Pyometra
Uterine unicornis a condition in which the female cat is missing a uterine horn. A rare discovery by veterinarians, the condition can be detected by x-ray or ultrasound prior to spaying if the patient has a family history of the medical condition. There is no known scientific study to prove that uterine unicornis is a hereditary genetic disorder. In some cases, the patient may also be missing a kidney on the same side as its missing uterine horn. This phenomenon is also called unilateral renal agenesis.
Detection and disease prevalence
Feline diseases such as FeLV, FIV, and feline heartworm can be detected during a routine visit to a veterinarian. A variety of tests exist that can detect feline illnesses, and with early detection most diseases can be managed effectively.
Zoonosis
Researchers at the University of Cornell Feline Health Center believe that "most zoonotic diseases pose minimal threat" to humans. However some humans are particularly at risk. These are people "with immature or weakened immune systems" (infants, the elderly, people undergoing cancer therapy, and individuals with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).
Some common and preventable forms of zoonosis are as follows:
Toxoplasmosis
Giardia
Cat-scratch disease
Rabies
Ringworm


Keep your cat safe in cold weather

Posted: 14 Dec 2010 01:20 AM PST




Winter has arrived in Central New York, and it has settled in for the long haul. It is important to take special care of pets of all species, and there are some specific steps we can take to make sure our pet cats - as well as stray and feral cats - stay safe during these cold months.

Keep your cat(s) inside. Some people think this is cruel to keep cats indoors, but the threats from vehicles, disease, other animals and twisted humans are far worse. As long as you keep up with cleaning and make sure your cat has plenty of toys and attention, she will live a fulfilling feline life.
Cats that are outdoors - be they stray, feral or owned - will seek warm shelter in this weather. Too often, that shelter is under the hood of a vehicle. Many an unsuspecting driver has turned their ignition and seriously injured a cat that has sought comfort. Before starting your vehicle, knock on the hood a couple of times to rouse any animal that might have sought shelter there and give it a chance to escape.
Beware of salt an other ice melting substances and antifreeze. Clean up spills immediately and thoroughly, and clean off your shoes well. These substances are toxic to our feline friends and can, at best, cause illness and, at worst, cause death.
If you look after feral or very skittish stray cats, you can build or purchase winter shelters for them. As the weather gets warmer, keep Spring Farm CARES feral trap/neuter/vaccinate/return program in mind.
Pets left in cars get the most attention during the warmer months, but remember that vehicles quickly become frigid in these temperatures so never leave cats - or any other pet - unattended in a motor vehicle.
When celebrating the winter holidays, be sure that kitty does not get in trouble with candles, plants or the Christmas tree. Also, be wary of giving your cat treats of "people food." Foods such as chocolate and alcohol can be dangerous, while milk and garlic can cause great discomfort.
With our cats, the adage "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" certainly rings true. Common sense and attention to details will help you keep your cat happy and healthy year round.


Purina ONE Gives 25,000 Samples of Newest Product; Deadline for donation is approaching

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

 

This holiday season, Purina ONE® is taking small steps to help make a difference for pets and the world we share, starting with just one kibble. As a valuable member of our inner-circle, we have two exciting pieces of news to share with you:

 

  1. Beginning on December 10, Purina ONE® is kicking-off a special Facebook promotion that will offer 25,000 consumers the opportunity to try Purina ONE® beyOnd™ brand dog or cat food, before it hits shelves! 

On a first come first serve basis, Purina ONE® beyOnd™ is offering the opportunity for consumers who “Like” Purina ONE® on Facebook to receive a free 3.5 lb. bag of beyOnd™ brand dog food or 1 lb. carton of beyOnd ™brand cat food. Simply click on the Beyond tab and fill out the form directing Purina ONE® where to send the sample (limit of one sample per person).

 

Both of these natural pet food recipes are made from ingredients like real meat, whole grains and accents of fruits and vegetables.  The Purina ONE® beyOnd™ packaging also goes above and beyond to make a difference, using at least 92 percent renewable materials. We encourage you to share this opportunity with your readers and community before supplies run out*!

 

  1. By watching documentaries about our newest brand Purina ONE® beyOnd™, you’ve prompted us to donate more than $300,000 to help homeless pets in need.  Purina ONE® has increased the maximum donation to a total of $500,000. By December 10, we ask that you please encourage your followers to view the documentaries at youtube.com/PurinaONE. Every view of the documentaries will trigger an additional $1 donation, up to $500,000.

 

We believe that goodness can go beyond the bowl, and we are taking steps to make a positive difference in the world you, your readers and your pets share. For more information about how we are spreading goodness, please visit PurinaOnebeyOnd.com or check us out on Facebook, facebook.com/purinaone.

 

Thanks for your time and consideration. We hope you will take advantage of these offers and join us on our journey. We look forward to continuing to work with you.

 

Best,
Kaitlyn

 

*Just a reminder, if you received a product sample, FTC guidelines require that you disclose you received free product from NestlĂ© Purina PetCare Company in any posts about Purina ONE® beyOndTM.

 

 

Kaitlyn Coakley
Assistant Account Executive

Cone
855 Boylston Street | Boston MA 02116 | www.coneinc.com
direct: 617.939.8471 main: 617.227.2111  fax: 617.523.3955
kcoakley@coneinc.com

 



This e-mail is intended only for the person or entity to which it is addressed and may contain information that is privileged, confidential or otherwise protected from disclosure. Dissemination, distribution or copying of this e-mail or the information herein by anyone other than the intended recipient, or an employee or agent responsible for delivering the message to the intended recipient, is prohibited. If you have received this e-mail in error, please immediately notify the sender. Thank you for your cooperation.

--- Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail ---

WP Free Link Building Plugin - Review Copy Included.

Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Hello,

My name is Saurabh, and I am here to offer you a unique wordpress plugin which will get you 100's of backlinks like crazy.

The plugin is 100% free and I can also offer installation help.

http://solutionsforlife.in/


Why backlinks are important for getting traffic.
http://solutionsforlife.in/

This is how the plugin works
http://solutionsforlife.in/

Thanks