Which vaccine does my puppy need ?

      Rabies, Canine distemper and Canine Parvoviral Enteritis are some of the most common diseases seen in dogs in Nigeria.

     It is paramount that you vaccinate your puppies against these common diseases. Vaccination provides the immunity your dog needs to help fight against diseases.Studies have shown that vaccinated dogs have a very low risk of coming down with diseases for which they were vaccinated against.

     The main vaccines your dog will be given are DHLPP and ARV.
DHLPP is a combination vaccine i.e it is a vaccine that is prepared from several antigenic types within a particular specie.
DHLPP vaccine protects your puppy against the following diseases;
Canine Distemper
Hepatitis
Leptospirosis
Parainfluenza and
Parvovirus.
Three doses of the vaccine are administered. The first dose of DHLPP is administered when your puppy is about 6 - 8 weeks old.
The second dose is given when he is 10 - 12 weeks old while the third dose is given at about 14 -16 weeks of your puppy's age. Depending on when the 1st dose is given , your local veterinarian will schedule the date for the 2nd and 3rd dose of DHLPP. The interval between doses is usually 3 - 4 weeks.

The other main vaccine is the ARV; which is the Anti - rabies vaccine.
Only one dose of ARV is administered, when your puppy is about 12 -24 weeks of age.
Your local veterinarian will decide the exact date for your puppy's vaccination and will schedule accordingly.

Note that the DHLPP and ARV are to be repeated once every year for the rest of your puppy's life.

The wonders of a dog's nose.

German Shepherd

Image source: Flickr /Magnus Brath

Bloodhound.

Image source :Flickr/sally9258

There's a reason why dogs can sniff out various scents.They can sniff out cancer,diseases, drugs,escaped convicts, bombs, carcasses, and so many other things.
As such , they are engaged in various services such as search and rescue , bomb sniffing, drug detection, cancer detection etc. The sense of smell of a human is not anywhere as strong as that of our little furry baby.No matter the size of his nose, your cute ball of fur can sniff out thousands of scents. The ability to sniff out scents varies according to the breed.Some breeds have more smell receptor cells than others. Research has shown that long nosed breeds are better sniffers than short nosed breeds. The bloodhound breed with over 300 million olfactory receptors,(compared to our 5 million olfactory receptors) tops the list of best sniffer dogs.
Lynn Hayner wrote an article on Dogchannel about our cute doggy's nose.According to Hayner, "Scientists guess the dog’s sense of smell is somewhere between 10,000 to 100,000 times more acute than ours.... While all dog breeds smell better than humans (love that double entendre!), the dog breeds with short noses, such the Pug, have less space for scent detecting cells. For example, the Dachshund has around 125 million smell receptor cells, while a Fox terrier has 147 million and the German Shepherd has about 225 million. "

Click on this link to read the full article.

Download this pdf to learn more about the anatomy and physiology of the dog.

Cuteness is a four-legged word.

So cute. Two babies having a nice chat. Cuteness is truly a four-legged word. Good morning everyone. Have a lovely day. Watch the video and say Awww.

Nietzsche the heroic labrador.

A very touching story. Kisses to all the wonderful pets in the world. Thanks for making our lives better.

Nietzsche the black Labrador, was nominated for this year's hero dog awards. Kristen Beitzel who was diagnosed with Lupus in 2009, has been saved so many times by this little black Labrador. Lupus is a chronic inflammatory disease that occurs when the body's immune system attacks its own tissues and organs. Read the touching story after the cut.

"In 2005, this little black Labrador came into my life. I didn’t know it at the time, but I was suffering PTSD. Naturally, every time I had a panic attack she would react by body slamming me, licking me excessively, or even bringing someone to me. She could instinctually sense my panic attacks before I even knew what a panic attack was. I was in a pretty dark place with flash backs, cutting, and suicidal thoughts. Eventually, I was diagnosed and my doctor was amazed when I told her how Nietzsche responded. After some proper obedience training and legal licensing matters; Nietzsche was certified by the state of California at the age of 2. She has helped alert me in public giving me the opportunity to focus, subdue my anxiety, or if necessary, leave the area completely. Not only has Nietzsche proven herself as PSD, she has morphed into a mobility dog. In 2009, I was diagnosed with Lupus which is sometimes a debilitating auto-immune disease. I can tell by how she won’t let me out of her sight that my immune system is in the process of going haywire. She “braces” for me, helps me with stairs, and will even pick up items when needed. I truly believe I would not be here today if this miracle hadn’t come into my life. This petite Labrador has saved me in more ways than one! We also advocate that not all disabilities are visible. She is a natural hero! "

Image source : Instagram/ @squeakz5
The little Labrador has been nominated for this year's Hero Dog Award. Follow this link to vote for Nietzsche.

The world's angriest cat.

       MEET THE WORLD'S ANGRIEST CAT

Garfi !!!
Wait a minute,do you think he looks like Garfield? I think he does too.But, this isn't Garfield.

Garfi is a 9 year old Persian cat who lives with his owner Hulya Ozkok in Turkey.
He recently became an online sensation because of his constant angry appearance. *smiles* if you look closely, you'll realise that he is actually a very adorable cat.
He is so gorgeous and the camera does love him.With lots of beautiful and funny pictures on his instagram page, it's no surprise he is already a super star.
Garfi has over 12 thousand followers on instagram and still counting.
Follow him @meetgarfi for more cute pictures.

Image source : Instagram // @meetgarfi

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Lots of love from us and pets all over the world. 😚😚 Its all about the pets.Let's fall in love with them all over again.

Pegasus. A true warrior

This video brought me to tears.Its so inspiring.
Live each day at a time.
Think positively, no matter what the situation looks like.
Enjoy each moment and most of all, be happy.
Have faith.
Be grateful for NOW.

Watch the video here

What to do after bringing your puppy home.

Pomeranian puppy.
Image source : Flickr/istamps4pets

Bringing your new puppy home is always very exciting.They are always so adorable.You want to cuddle and play with them.They just seem so fragile,cute,beautiful......sweet,innocent, small and ......okay, let's not get carried away.

German Shepherd/Samoyed cross puppy.
Image source : Flickr/Christian Holmer

Puppies are very young and fragile.You are bringing them into a new home, new environment,new people, separating them from their mothers,introducing them to new experiences and so many other things.This is why you need to provide a safe environment for your pet before his arrival in his new home. But first of all, you have to pay a visit to the vet.

English bulldog puppy.
Image source: Flickr/ brykmantra

Your vet will register your puppy, and conduct a physical examination. Feel free to ask your vet questions concerning anything you may be bothered or confused about. The vet will examine your puppy and schedule for deworming ,vaccinations,neutering (if indicated) and routine check up.

It is paramount that you do not miss any appointment with your vet.The first few weeks of your puppy's life are the most delicate ones.So please ensure that adequate food,water, shelter, comfort, medical attention is provided for your new puppy whenever it is required.Your puppy must also be kept in a place that is shielded from harsh weather conditions and any form of danger.
After the vet visit you are then free to enjoy spending time with your puppy.

Have a wonderful day and remember that it's all about pets.Let's fall in love with them all over again.

Top famous cats of all time.

It's very common to hear about heroic dogs and dogs used in service. Sometimes it feels like other animals aren't so courageous.The truth is a lot of animals have proved themselves worthy to take a place in the "hall of fame". Today ,we will be talking about the most heroic cats that ever lived. Please take a minute to read through and appreciate our little furry friends.Good morning or rather "meow".Read about it here.

How service dogs are changing the lives of humans.

So many dogs are used in service today to assist the military,the visually impaired, people with hearing difficulties, the mentally ill,the diabetic, and lately even children with autism.Although, there are so many breeds that can be trained to perform as service dogs,the most common breeds are ,the German Shepherd, the Golden Retriever and the Labrador retriever. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, the origin of service dogs can be traced back to World War 1. They were used in Germany in the 1920s to help blind veterans. Since then, the use of service dogs has been on the rise and dogs are continually being trained to render both emotional and mental support to their owners.To learn more about assistance dogs,click here

Chikko the cutest.

I am Chikko.Food, play and sleep are my favourite things.Sent in by Dini from Wuluhan,  Indonesia. Thanks a lot.

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Lots of love from us and pets all over the world.Its all about pets.Let's fall in love with them all over again.

Top 10 lovable dog breeds.

We all love our dogs and we know ours is the best.They are kind, playful , understanding, loyal , and our best friends.This article is for those who are yet to decide if they want a dog.
Maybe you have a busy lifestyle or you are newly wedded or you just don't feel like a dog is right for you.
Don't be hasty in making up your mind. PetMD put together a list of top 10 dogs that you will easily fall in love with. They are caring, smart, kind, friendly and loyal.
Click on this link to find them out