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​We love sharing information – sometimes it’s small tidbits and other times its big juicy chunks of info, and every now and again it might be something as simple as a meme to make your smile. We hope you enjoy our blog – which is mostly dog focused but can occasionally be distracted.​

5 Hot Tips For Keeping Your Dog Cool!

25/11/2024

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When it's not an option to have your dog inside with the cooler on during the hot weather, keep these tips in mind on how to keep your doggy cool at the temperature rises. 

ONE

Plan your daily walks early in the morning, before or as close to sunrise as possible. This way the ground outside is cool on your dogs pads and the temperature is not too hot. Reduce your walk time if need be. 

TWO

Ensure your dog has shade ALL DAY! Remember that the sun will move throughout the day and one space that may provide shelter in the morning, could be covered in sun by the afternoon. Ensure to use a material that won't cause more heat once the sun reaches it, ie: metal or tin. 

THREE

Offer a method of cooling for your dog that they will use. A small child's pool full of water, placed in the shade is great for water loving dogs. Cooling matts, placed in the fridge the night prior offer a great, cool space for a dog to lay on and allow them to regulate their body temperature. 

Cooling matts are available for purchase in both of our offices, at Baxter and Pearcedale.

FOUR

Leave your pooch frozen treat toys to enjoy during the day. The day prior, fill a plastic container with treats your dog enjoys and place in the freezer. You can make multiples of these to hide around your yard in shady spots for your dog to find and enjoy during the day. Also offering another way to stay hydrated. 

FIVE

Ensure multiple sources of water are left for your dog. Dogs sweat through their pads on their feet and can dig at their water bowls to cool down. This could leave your dog with no water. They will also drink an increased amount of water during the heat. Having multiple options of bowls of water out will ensure your dog doesn't run out in the heat, which can quickly lead to heat stroke. 
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Therapy Dog Thursday - Australian Lions Hearing Dogs

15/11/2024

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​Throughout Australia, there are many wonderful groups that work tirelessly to train and raise dog's to assist those in need.
A fantastic group we are excited to share with you is 'Australian Lions Hearing Dogs' who are also branching into raising, training and pairing Medical Alert Dogs too for people living with complex and chronic illnesses. 
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Meet Airlie

​Airlie is the first Interstate Diabetic Alert Dog to be placed in their home by ALHD. Her new home is now in Melbourne where she has settled in straight away.
Airlie does amazing work, she is trained detect naturally occurring low and high blood glucose level events in her human. She is scent and saliva trained on her human too. How incredible is that?!
Airlie is also trained to retrieve a medical kit to help treat a low or high blood glucose event, get assistance from another member in the household if needed or pressing an emergency button to alert emergency contacts in case her human falls when home alone and becomes unresponsive.
Along with the other amazing medical alert dogs, Airlie could not only save the life of her owner but will also drastically improve their quality of life. 


Want to learn more? Visit the Australian Lions Hearing Dogs website HERE for more information?

How can you help? The training and placement cost of ALHD  is just under $40,000. There is no cost to their human for this, so donations are greatly appreciated. All donations of $2.00 or more are tax-deductible and will receive a receipt in return for your donation. Click here if you would like to make a life changing donation. 
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Rare Breeds of the World - New Guinea Singing Dog

12/11/2024

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Photo Credit: San Diego Zoo Wildlife Explorers

New Guinea Singing Dog

  • An ancient breed of dog, originating in New Guinea, they are a close relative of the Australian Dingo.  They are considered a wild dog and not domesticated. 
  • As their name might give away, the New Guinea Singing Dog uses a range of high pitch howls, barks and whines to communicate between one another. 
  • There had been no verified sightings of the NGSD in New Guinea between the 1970's until mid 2012. There is estimated to now only be between 200 - 300 of them left in the world, earning them their spot on the rare list.
  • They have very cat like characteristics and an amazing ability to jump and climb .  
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The Basenji

8/11/2024

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Origin:
It is unknown when or where the Basenji originated, they are considered one of the oldest breeds of dogs. Drawings of the Basenji have been found in ancient depictions all over the world including Egyptian tombs. Back in 1937, when they were known as the ‘Congo Dog’, the Basenji was first introduced to England, it was from here that they were bred and exported around the world.     
 
Purpose:
The earliest recording of the working Basenji indicates they were used in Africa. Natives would use the dog when hunting in the forest as the Basenji was a great warning dog, alerting them to any approaching dangers. They would also assist in driving small game into catching nets and retrieving the game. 

Coat care:
The Basenji is the perfect dog for anyone wanting no coat maintenance and any allergy sufferers as they shed almost no hair all year round and require no grooming. They don’t even require to be bathed as they will clean themselves as a cat would.

Health & Temperament:
The Basenji is a happy, alert and curious breed of dog. When handled well from a young age and raised around other animals, children and people, they make a fantastic pet. Great for families or individuals.
Unlike other dogs, they have a different shaped larynx which prevents them from being able to bark. They can vocalise by howling or growling but it is uncommon for them to make noise.
The breed is not a fan of wet weather, so needs lots of stimulation indoors during the wet months. They have plenty of mental and physical energy to burn so daily walks are a must. The Basenji thrives best with consistent rules and good exposure to new situations.
They are prone to kidney, eye and intestinal problems which can be well managed if addressed at the first sign of symptoms. 
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