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Transcript from "Dog Days of Summer"

 
June 28, 2010
Mod_Mary: Okay, so welcome, all... #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: Dog talk is an open chat about summer and your dogs... so, please join in... #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger deerflies are EVERYWHERE! awful! #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @DawgBlogger Have you tried Listerine and water for deerflies? Had a guy at the dog park swear by it. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Bolonee Are you walking ur dogs in this heat? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Bolonee it's best when one can make it early in the morning #barkoutloud We even get up at five sometimes
DaisyWunderDog: @Bolonee We have an indoor dog park here now - good in summer and winter! #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: My dogs aren't crazy about walks in the heat.. yours? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger you're my hero... get up at 5? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog Listerine? Really? No, haven't tried that yet #barkoutloud
Bolonee: Very early in the am..before work..but they miss their afternoon walk when hot #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger You got deerflies? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary LOL anything for my dogs #barkoutloud depends on hubby's schedule
Mod_Mary: RT @foster_sj: r dog is restless in this heat. Has thick coat. Gets yeast infections between her toes and on her muzzle. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog Will surely look it up and try #barkoutloud
Bolonee: I do let them play in the sprinkler sometimes...some days they like it some days they don't #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary yeah, down here and up north, both #barkoutloud Black Flies the worst though
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger blackflies, mosquitos, deer flies. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: What s a good repellant? ne1 know? #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: @DaisyWunderDog :)) #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Every year I put out a kiddie pool for the dogs. Jasper loves it, Daisy thinks it's a big water dish! #barkoutloud
Bolonee: oh..yea! Lili especially LOVES the sprinkler! I have to replace it often..lol! #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Mod_Lorie @Foster_SJ, did you get that? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog will certainly research, nothing else worked yet, just one product we can't get any more #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @Mod_Mary - our labs bite the top of the sprinkler off if not watched very closely. They get intense to "get" that water LOL #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary Hate them bugs! #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Mary #yeastinfections #WhatDrHustonSaid #Really Treat the yeast and find the underlying cause! Often allergies #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @tacrabtree Oh my! #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary at least this year no ticks (fingers crossed) #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: So, what's a good repellant? #barkoutloud
foster_sj: @Mod_Mary Got it! Thank you. : ) #barkoutloud
Bolonee: @tacrabtree I have the kind to connect to the hose... #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @DawgBlogger Here's a good start! http://curezone.com/blogs/fm.asp?i=973782 #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Finch93 yeast as a result of allergies? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: We're talkin repellants, yeast infections between the toes..water in a hose, sprinkler.. #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: River for us.RT @DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog @Bolonee getting wet = keeping cool = good stuff. We go to a lake when we can #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog thanks! #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: For heat, I actually get my dogs a haircut: http://twitpic.com/1ljdst It actually helps them. But never shave. #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @Bolonee - They'll bite the top off those too!! #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Lorie @Mod_Mary just saying that haven't found a thing that really worked and was safe. Deer fly patches work quite good #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: Careful of water in a hose on a hot summer day. Let it run to get rid of the hot water in the hose before you spray your pooch. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Mod_Hilary oh my! are those your dogs? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @Mod_Hilary That's not a shave? #barkoutloud
Bolonee: I have 4 dogs...unless someone is with me I can't handle them all at the river #barkoutloud
KelleyDenz: @Mod_Hilary so cute with their haircuts #barkoutloud
Bolonee: LOL!! RT @tacrabtree: @Bolonee - Theyll bite the top off those too!! #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger I heard deer flies are attracted to the color blue. learned it in church. #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: No, not considered a shave. The hair is an inch long. RT @DaisyWunderDog: @Mod_Hilary Thats not a shave? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Agree! RT @KelleyDenz: @Mod_Hilary so cute with their haircuts #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Really? Wow. RT @Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger I heard deer flies are attracted to the color blue. learned it in church. #barkoutloud
Bolonee: @Mod_Lorie Absolutely! #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Thanks. They're really Border Collies. RT @DaisyWunderDog: Agree! RT @KelleyDenz: @Mod_Hilary so cute with their haircuts #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: is Avon's Skin So Soft still a good repelant? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Mod_Hilary adorable! #barkoutloud
Finch93: @DawgBlogger yes-a greater probability of yeast being a problem w allergies - allergies can goof up the immune system #barkoutloud
Bolonee: RT @tacrabtree: is Avons Skin So Soft still a good repelant? #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Oh, forgot about that. RT @tacrabtree: is Avons Skin So Soft still a good repellant? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Finch93 we've discovered that @Foster_SJ pup, Kita is allergic to grain.. #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: @Mod_Hilary Yes, shaving changes the hair and leaves no protection from sunburn - agree:) #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @Mod_Hilary - They look cute, but I'ld call that a buzz cut #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: RT @Mod_Hilary: Oh, forgot about that. RT @tacrabtree: is Avons Skin So Soft still a good repellant? *wondered abt that* #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Anyone had to tell someone not to leave their dog in the car yet? #barkoutloud
foster_sj: Our dog just has a tendency for yeast infections, and the heat inspires more of it. #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: Agree also. RT @dancingdogblog: @Mod_Hilary Yes, shaving changes the hair and leaves no protection from sunburn - agree:) #barkoutloud
KelleyDenz: @tacrabtree it works good for humans not so sure it's ok for dogs #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: be right back, gotta go find my dogs... they're in the woods... #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog yeah, deer fly traps mostly blue #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: RT @DaisyWunderDog: Anyone had to tell someone not to leave their dog in the car yet? #barkoutloud
Bolonee: @DaisyWunderDog Yes I did! :-( #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: My vet said ok w/an inch. RT @dancingdogblog: @Mod_Hilary Yes, shaving changes hair and leaves no protection from sunburn - agree:) #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Finch93 that makes sense #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger you already knew this blue thing? youre a genius... #barkoutloud
Finch93: @DaisyWunderDog Not this year yet - don't think people are getting smarter, just hasn't been super hot :( #HotDogs #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: RT @DaisyWunderDog: Anyone had to tell someone not to leave their dog in the car yet? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: Don't leave your dog in a hot car. Period. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog just on Yahoo Answers #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Oh no, just hearing early fireworks! My dogs are freaking out... They'll be ok, but they need their t-shirts. #barkoutloud
Bolonee: My dog rescue Angel is recovering from Demodex mange. Has most of her hair back does she need sunscreen? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Amen! RT @Mod_Mary: Dont leave your dog in a hot car. Period. #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Mary There! Now it's been said! #GladThatsSettled #HotDogs :) #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: Not even with the windows cracked. Not safe!! RT @Mod_Mary: Dont leave your dog in a hot car. Period. #barkoutloud
Bolonee: RT @Mod_Mary: Dont leave your dog in a hot car. Period. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Hilary I'm generally against shaving #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary LOL, yeah, I must be LOL #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: RT @dancingdogblog: @Mod_Hilary Yes,thats what I asked for and did not get last year - one inch, boy was I steamed! Poor Tashi:( #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: You did? Me too! RT @Bolonee: @DaisyWunderDog Yes I did! :-( #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Hilary So is it unanimous? #YourDogsAreSuperCute #TheirHaircutsAreBothGorgeousAndProtective :D http://twitpic.com/1ljdst #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: @Mod_Hilary Did you get the thundershirt for your dogs? #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Mod_Hilary Yeah, I would think your guy should be okay with an inch. It's when they're shaved to the skin.... #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: RT @Bolonee: My dog rescue Angel is recovering from Demodex mange. Has most of her hair back does she need sunscreen? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Hilary our late girl hated fireworks. Our present guys don't care at all #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @Mod_Hilary - it grows back fast : ) #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Yes! RT @Finch93: @Mod_Hilary Unanimous? #YourDogsAreSuperCute #TheirHaircutsAreBothGorgeousAndProtective http://twitpic.com/1ljdst #barkoutloud
Bolonee: @Mod_Hilary You have the thundershirt? I just got one for Lili...she's terrified of fireworks! #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: it's unanimous. Hilary's dogs are the cutest... #barkoutloud
Finch93: @DaisyWunderDog :D #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Whew! RT @Mod_Lorie: @Mod_Hilary Yeah, I would think your guys should be okay with an inch. Its when theyre shaved to the skin.... #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @dancingdogblog I have a Thundershirt for Daisy. Has worked for every Thunderstorm so far this year. #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: NOT! Everyone's dogs are the cutest! RT @Mod_Mary: its unanimous. Hilarys dogs are the cutest... #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: *Sigh*.... what to do about thunderstorms... fireworks? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Waiting to see if Thundershirt works for fireworks #hopeso #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Yes, but have been using t-shirts. RT @Bolonee: @Mod_Hilary You have thundershirt? Igot one for Lili...shes terrified of fireworks! #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Hilary Which means of course that your dogs are TIED for cutest #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Mod_Hilary you're dogs are the cutest tonight then. #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @DaisyWunderDog - a thundershirt huh, maybe that would help my hound who is so afraid of noises #barkoutloud
Bolonee: My vet just prescribed Lili xanax for her Fireworks fear...I was shocked! #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @DaisyWunderDog Was just going to ask if anyone had tried the Thundershirt. Thanks. Anyone else? Success/failure? #barkoutloud
foster_sj: I sit with my dog and give her a treat once she's settled down. #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: I paid $25 at @NicoleWilde's seminar. RT @Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog Really? Thundershirt? How much $? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: I think I paid $30-$40 via JohanntheDogRT @Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog Really? Thundershirt? How much $? #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: You could use a tight T. RT @tacrabtree: @DaisyWunderDog - a thundershirt huh, maybe that would help my hound afraid of noises #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Bolonee Really? Why... #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: Thundershirts are worth it? #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Lorie Where's @lookwhatlabs? She has had good experience with #Thundershirts! #barkoutloud
Bolonee: T-shirt has been a god-send for Lili! She is a very fearful dog! #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @DaisyWunderDog - would a T-shirt that fit tight work? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @tacrabtree I use Thundershirt for situations where I know Daisy will be more nervous than usual #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Bolonee Actually a common phobia drug for short term use in situations like T-storms and fireworks. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: How scared do they have to be b/f you put a thundershirt on em? #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: Thanks! RT @Finch93: @Mod_Lorie Wheres @lookwhatlabs? She has had good experience with #Thundershirts! #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: The old method of not petting dogs during noise fear has transformed into yes, petting is ok, reassuring fine. McConnell/Wilde. #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @Bolonee I'll try that w/mine. My T-shirt might not fit him, have to get man sized LOL #barkoutloud
Bolonee: @Mod_Mary she is very fearful of a lot of things...even submissive peed at the vet. Xanax to clm her, but I will try t-shirt first #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Mary I'd think before the craziness starts would be ideal... #Thundershirts #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: I just put one on when storm coming &July 4. RT @Mod_Mary: How scared do they have to be b/f you put a thundershirt on em? #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: Yes, me too. RT @Finch93: @Mod_Mary Id think before the craziness starts would be ideal... #Thundershirts #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: RT @Mod_Hilary: The old method of not petting dogs during noise fear has changed into yes, petting is ok, reassuring fine. #barkoutloud
Kyba: RT @Mod_Mary: How scared do they have to be b/f you put a thundershirt on em? #barkoutloud ///thundershirt???!!!!!! @JustAnotherTrnd
Mod_Hilary: It shld be tight, then rubberband on side. RT @tacrabtree: @Bolonee Ill try that w/mine. My T-shirt might not fit him #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @tacrabtree Probably. Same concept as used with Autistic Children. Here's my blog post http://tinyurl.com/36hnr5n #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Bolonee Can try DAP also. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Finch93 I mean, how do you know if you're dog's anxiety warrants a thundershirt? #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @Mod_Lorie @Finch93 @Mod_Mary - I'll try that & let you guys know if it works for Sammy #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Mod_Mary Any anxiety probably warrants some type of control, whether it be a Thundershirt, DAP or some other device/tactic. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog So, pacing could indicate... #barkoutloud
Finch93: @tacrabtree K! #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: there are dog videos that include desensitation track Stanley Coren made some #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Maybe use spandex, tighter fit. RT @Bolonee but I will try t-shirt first #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: @Mod_Hilary I've been counter conditioning during the storms with some limited success, but what happens if I'm not home--ThndrShrt #barkoutloud
Bolonee: @Mod_Lorie DAP?? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @Bolonee I started off just trying shirt in winter (daisy can be jumpy)-she is much, much less jumpy now. #barkoutloud
DFApothecary: Wow RT @Bolonee: My vet just prescribed Lili xanax for her Fireworks fear...I was shocked! #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: I had a major break thru w/Sammy this week. He got scared when asleep in his bed when my shower rod broke & shampoo etc crashed #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: they have relaxing sounds with fireworks, thunder, gunshots mixed in http://bit.ly/caS00h #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Yes, plus cc! RT @Mod_Lorie: @Mod_Mary Any anxiety probably warrants some type of control, Thundershirt, DAP or some other tactic. #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: DAP=Dog appeasing pheromone. Calming. Available in a collar, spray or diffuser. Great for mild anxietyRT @Bolonee: @Mod_Lorie DAP?? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @tacrabtree Tell us, tell us... #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Oh no! RT @tacrabtree: I had a major break thru w/Sammy this wk. He got scared when my shower rod broke & shampoo etc crashed #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: to the shower floor while he was sleeping in his bed in the middle of the night. Then wouldn't lay in his bed again cause it could #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger gunshots are not okay around here...that means no walk. #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Bolonee DAP is also very safe. No drugs or chemicals, just the pheromone, which is actually produced by mother dogs to calm pups. #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Also that recording from @throughadogsear. RT @DawgBlogger:sounds with fireworks, thunder, gunshots mixed in http://bit.ly/caS00h #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @tacrabtree Can so relate. Been there. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: Jasmine gets spooked only when thunder really close and loud when outside, no after effect though #barkoutloud
Bolonee: @Mod_Lorie I tried "Contenum" last year..didn't work. She has a very strong fear :-( #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Lorie Do ya like them? I have heard good things but have no first hand experience #DAP some with kitties #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary well, it's meant for hunting dogs I guess, wouldn't go out when gunshots either :-) #barkoutloud
Bolonee: @Mod_Lorie Where can I find this DAP? #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Bolonee Not familiar with Contenum..sorry it didn't work for you though. #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: Well the treat thing wasn't working, wouldn't lay down so I started having the lab lay in his bed, over & over, he kept watchin her #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: @tacrabtree Yeah, you mentioned how hard it was. How did you get him to relax after that? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @tacrabtree Aww... poor pup... #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Lorie yeah, heard of that pheromone #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Petsmart/Petco has it. RT @Bolonee: @Mod_Lorie Where can I find this DAP? #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: Gd Idea RT @Mod_Lorie: @Bolonee DAP also v.safe. No drugs, chemicals, just pheromone actually produced by mother dogs to calm pups. #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: This morning he reclaimed his bed & laid in it the whole time I got ready for work, treat after treat, so major break thru - #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Finch93 Love em. Have several clients & some staff members using them with great success. Use Feliway (kitty version) for my cats #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: DAP sprayed around before group class helps calm the dogs considerably! Lot less anxiety, barking, etc. #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: @tacrabtree Congratulations! That's great! #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @tacrabtree So, where are you with your pup at this point? Things getting better? #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @tacrabtree Oh, good news. So glad to hear it. #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Mary Oh! #AnxietyWarrentingAThundershirt I would think ANY signs of anxiety would be worth treating-drooling, pacing, wideeyed #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Yes Congrats! Feels good no? RT @Keeping_Awake: @tacrabtree Congratulations! Thats great! #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Yes, wonderful! Congrats! RT @Mod_Lorie: @tacrabtree Oh, good news. So glad to hear it. #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @Mod_Mary - Sammy was jealous of the lab in HIS bed - ha ha that worked for now! #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Hilary using DAP in the class? Very cool! #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Mary no downside to Thundershirt or DAP, go for big guns if anxiety is severe or first things don't work! #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: of course there is always the 'super puppy' program that makes dogs resiliant to such things #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Seems to work! Learned at a training seminar w/other trainers. RT @DawgBlogger: @Mod_Hilary using DAP in the class? Very cool! #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: Agree! RT @Finch93: @Mod_Mary no downside to Thundershirt or DAP, go for big guns if anxiety is severe or first things dont work! #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Finch93 Okay, we've got none of that... just a general follow mom around the house. And when there's thunder, gunshots, e.. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @jaennutter just doing 'super puppy' program with the litter she's getting a pup from #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Sorry tweets flying fast tonight! Missed yours! RT @Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog So, pacing could indicate... #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Finch93 She goes to her comfortable place, her bed beside our bed... #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Mary Awesome! That means she has learned to cope with her fear and treat it herself #PetParentWin #barkoutloud
LindaVining: Will go looking for DAP asap. I have three dogs who are anguished during thunderstorms. Tired of sharing my bed. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Hilary didn't need it yet, but like to know such things just in case #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Finch93 Guess so... Katrina dog. Prolly wondering when that next big one's gonna hit... #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @LindaVining aww, I love sharing my bed #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Good for blog! RT @DawgBlogger: @Mod_Hilary didnt need it yet, but like to know such things just in case #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Makes sense. RT @Mod_Mary: @Finch93 Guess so... Katrina dog. Prolly wondering when that next big ones gonna hit... #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: Agree! RT @DaisyWunderDog: @Finch93 Im beginning to think that Finch is rivaling @SuSiempre in #s! #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @Mod_Mary Daisy only paces when she's excited (toy in mouth) or when really nervous (no toy) #barkoutloud
CosmoHavanese: @DaisyWunderDog @Mod_Hilary @Mod_Mary @Mod_Lorie Thanks guys. You talking about thunderstorms? Anxiety? #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: @LindaVining Be aware that DAP isn't always magic--sometimes doesn't work. But plug-ins next to crates helpful, too! Try spray &see #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: @CosmoHavanese Noise anxiety in general, but thunder would certainly count! #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Mary Poor baby! I am glad she is in a safe place now #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: NE1 got a good porcupine story? Skunk story? #barkoutloud
foster_sj: You've worked hard at building her sense of trust. RT @Mod_Mary: @Finch93 Guess so... Katrina dog. Prolly wondering when . . . #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Me too! RT @Finch93: @Mod_Mary Poor baby! I am glad she is in a safe place now #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: Anyone doing anything special for the fireworks so the dogs stay calm? #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: I have skunk story, but same as everyone's! Shock to me! RT @Mod_Mary: NE1 got a good porcupine story? Skunk story? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: nothing works for every dog the same way. DAP good option though #barkoutloud
CosmoHavanese: @Mod_Lorie No noise anxiety at all.. we're lucky. A little of the separation variety tho. #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Air on and Thundershirt this yr RT @Keeping_Awake: Anyone doing anything special for the fireworks so the dogs stay calm? #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @CosmoHavanese - yes anxiety, barely room on the bed for me when the T-boomers start. Going to try a tight Tshirt on the hound #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: We did talk T-shirts, Thundershirts, DAP.RT @Keeping_Awake: Anyone doing anything special for the fireworks so the dogs stay calm? #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: Every dog is different, you're right. RT @DawgBlogger: nothing works for every dog the same way. DAP good option though #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary Jasmine tried to get a skunk to play with her - twice - never got sprayed #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @CosmoHavanese Can you not leave when you know there's going to be storms, etc? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: skunk didn't look too impressed, but didn't spray, that's how much charm my girl has LOL #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger Jasmine is a rascal..! #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Oh my! Lucky! RT @DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary Jasmine tried to get a skunk to play with her - twice - never got sprayed #barkoutloud
foster_sj: Kita sniffed around in a pile of old porky remains and managed to get a quill in her nose. #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Seriously? Amazing! RT @DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary Jasmine tried to get a skunk to play with her - twice - never got sprayed #barkoutloud
CosmoHavanese: @tacrabtree We're lucky there's no thunderboomer anxiety in our house. #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: @Mod_Mary skunk chased me down the aisle at the horsebarn, caused mischief in stalls, must have been pet as never "shot" any of us #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: Very lucky :-) RT @DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary Jasmine tried to get a skunk to play with her - twice - never got sprayed #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: Jasmine was running around a bush and barking, I go look - see white, see black ... OOOOH, so got her out of there, but not harmed #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Ouch! What did you do? RT @foster_sj: Kita sniffed around in a pile of old porky remains and managed to get a quill in her nose. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: No skunks here. A $600 vet bill for porcupines though.. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog yeah, seriously, and twice (not sure if the same skunk or not) #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Yikes! No porcupines here. TG RT @Mod_Mary: No skunks here. A $600 vet bill for porcupines though.. #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Maybe soulmates :) RT @DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog yeah, seriously, and twice (not sure if the same skunk or not) #barkoutloud
CosmoHavanese: @Mod_Mary Leaving's not a problem with storms or noise. It's just leaving in general, but we've come along way. Much better now. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary rascal, but with charm LOL #barkoutloud
Finch93: http://rileyandjames.com/blog/2009/07/04/scared-on-the-fourth-of-july/ #AddYourWisdom #Please #GreatLinkToThunderphobiaByEricG #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @tacrabtree Awww! That sounds great! #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Whoops, got the wrong RT! It was @dancingdogblog who had the skunk chasing her in horsebarn! #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: The raccoons are freaking me out. Too many of them around here! Tigi almost got a possum the other night too #barkoutloud
foster_sj: @Mod_Hilary It was a rather harmless quill - kinda deteriorated, so hub was able to remove it. Whew! #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Keeping_Awake Those possums be mean critters! #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog animals don't seem to be afraid of Jasmine, not even rabbits ... #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @DaisyWunderDog - neighbor's dog got sprayed with skunk, we emptied the grocery of tomato juice & V-8 & it worked #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Whew is right! RT @foster_sj: @Mod_Hilary It was a rather harmless quill - kinda deteriorated, so hub was able to remove it. Whew! #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: @Mod_Hilary Must have been looking for a mom--hair must have needed touch up ;-D #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: We got Fisher....in the woods. Who has those? #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Keeping_Awake We have skunks, raccoons and possums. Don't see porcupines here tho, at least not in the city (that I know of) #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @DawgBlogger What kind of dog is Jasmine? She sounds very special. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @tacrabtree It really does work, yes? #barkoutloud
foster_sj: She must exude good intentions! RT @DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog animals dont seem to be afraid of Jasmine, not even rabbits ... #barkoutloud
LindaVining: Best dog I EVER owned came to me as a runaway on 4th of July. Never found her original owner. She taught my babies to walk. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog I know! I know! She's a .... a.... #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: @Mod_Mary Oh God my Mom does. Got the cat. RIP cat. :( #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: You mean Fisher Cats? I've been told we have them but never saw one. RT @Mod_Mary: We got Fisher....in the woods. Who has those? #barkoutloud
LindaVining: @dancingdogblog Or a baby skunk. Under a certain age, they can't spray. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Keeping_Awake don't like racoons, to much rabies risk, and they do fight #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Wow! Runaway to best home! RT @LindaVining: Best dog I EVER owned came to me as a runaway on July 4. Never found original owner. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Keeping_Awake Oh no! Yes... they do get cats.. #barkoutloud
LindaVining: @DawgBlogger No fun to share the bed when they're slobbering in fear! Otherwise they're entirely welcome. :) #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: @DawgBlogger that's my worry as well-the rabies is too common in raccoons #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger Yup... Fisher cats... #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @tacrabtree it was on Mythbusters that tomato juice works great for skunk spray #barkoutloud
foster_sj: The GLOBE ran a pic of one on a bird feeder in Durham, NH. We definitely have fox, too. I seen 'em!! #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Mod_Mary We have coyote and fox too. Neighbors dog came face to face with coyote last week. #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Lorie In CO I had a patient come in five times in four years with a quilled muzzle :( #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger And did they prove or bust?? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Lorie yeah, no porcupines here either #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Hilary yeah, don't like racoons #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: Another skunk antidote: 1 qt hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda, 1 tsp dish soap. #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Lorie #HarleyThePyrenees #TriedorcupineToBefriendThePorcupine #Again #HeyHarley #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Finch93 Oohh...Poor guy. Never learned his lesson, huh? #barkoutloud
CosmoHavanese: @Mod_Lorie Yikes! Coyotes are very scary. Seen them in my city too. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @foster_sj she's got great heart #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: Don't store that one though-the container will explode! Have to make it up as needed and then discard #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @Keeping_Awake - that would have been alot easier LOL #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: De-stinker solution for dogs sprayed by skunks http://bit.ly/9G1dLM #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: @tacrabtree Tomato juice never worked for me. The Dawn, peroxide mixture did. It's on web. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Keeping_Awake and they do fight and won't stop (raccoons) #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Beat me to it! RT @Keeping_Awake: Another skunk antidote: 1 qt hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda, 1 tsp dish soap. #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: @LindaVining There's a thought - seemed normal size, but then it's hard to determine by panicky cursory looks:) #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary They proved it #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Yes, that's the one! RT @Keeping_Awake: skunk antidote: 1 qt hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda, 1 tsp dish soap. #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary they tried commercial products and bunch of things, tomato juice works great #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @Mod_Hilary - maybe it was the V-8 ha ha #barkoutloud
LindaVining: Baby possums are adorable, near-sighted, easy to handle. Love grapes, cat food - keep eating while u pick them up if you move slow #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: who the heck keeps a quart of peroxide? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary they also have dog special (mythbusters) it was very cool #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Lorie Harley was not my brightest patient. He was super cute and super sweet tho! #ThatLooksPainfulHarley *tailwags* #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: No you! LOL! RT @Mod_Mary: who the heck keeps a quart of peroxide? #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: Ooooo, not good! RT @Mod_Lorie: @Mod_Mary We have coyote and fox too. Neighbors dog came face to face with coyote last week. #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: @Mod_Mary I keep it to induce vomiting if needed. Part of dog first aid kit #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: I keep many quarts now! That recipe works for skunk! RT @Mod_Mary: who the heck keeps a quart of peroxide? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Wish I'd seen it. RT @DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary they also have dog special (mythbusters) it was very cool #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: RT @Mod_Mary: who the heck keeps a quart of peroxide? A: anyone who might have skunks in yard to spray the dogs! #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog I think you can find it on internet #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: LOL..but might be worth the drive to a 24 hr pharmacy if sprayed...LOL RT @Mod_Mary: who the heck keeps a quart of peroxide? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @tacrabtree Right on, sistah! #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: That, too! RT @Keeping_Awake: @Mod_Mary I keep it to induce vomiting if needed. Part of dog first aid kit #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Yikes! RT @Mod_Lorie: @Mod_Mary We have coyote and fox too. Neighbors dog came face to face with coyote last week. #barkoutloud #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: We have coyotes in Eagan -got pics of them outside dog park-they kept their distance #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: So glad we do not have coyotes here, or many snakes. Both of those would have me quite worried! #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: So, I'm assuming that it's not okay to remove fresh porky quills... should have vet do that, docs? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Yep! Here. http://bit.ly/9G1dLM RT @DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog I think you can find it on internet #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: We do have bears though! #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @DaisyWunderDog Fortunately, dog was on leash and owner pulled him away. Coyote didn't follow. #barkoutloud
Kyba: RT @Mod_Hilary: skunk antidote: 1 qt hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda, 1 tsp dish soap. #barkoutloud // NOTE: do not mix before needed!!!
foster_sj: @DawgBlogger I'd like to meet that amazing dog! #barkoutloud
LindaVining: Hydrogen peroxide is unstable anyway, so no use keeping it. Just run to the store and buy as many pints as you need. #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: @PushUpsnPaws You must have a lot of skunks and wild animals around. And horses! Any dogs tangling with horses? #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @DaisyWunderDog - my hound being so big saved my lab when puppy ~10 wks old from coyote in my driveway when I took her out to pee #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog we even have a bear on our property up North Yikes #barkoutloud
nonochalant: ??????? RT @Keeping_Awake: skunk antidote: 1 qt hydrogen peroxide, 1/4 cup baking soda, 1 tsp dish soap. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Keeping_Awake We've got those bears... AND moose... #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @tacrabtree Holy cow!!!! #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: Coyote was big & bold, but his size scared it off PTL #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Mary Its ok to remove quills, but may be easier with sedation - pain killers - depending on how many! #BetweenOneAndHarley #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Where d'yall live? RT @Mod_Mary: @Keeping_Awake Weve got those bears... AND moose... #barkoutloud
jaennutter: sadly enough, did you know 20 bottles of vinegar douche also works as a skunk anti-smellerizer? NO ONE has 20 bottles of that. #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: I'm in NJ. Mom's in Western MA. #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Mountains? deep in the woods?RT @Mod_Mary: @Keeping_Awake Weve got those bears... AND moose... #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Lorie we have coyotes around here too, not too worried about those with our dogs and my demeanor LOL #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Finch93 We removed a couple, but it was so painful, we took her to emergency vet... #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: Agree. RT @Finch93: @Mod_Mary Its ok to remove quills, but may be easier with sedation - pain killers - depending on how many! #barkoutloud
foster_sj: Yeah, no good. Hub was two hours from civilization so he hadda do it. RT @Mod_Mary: So, Im assuming that_not okay to remove fresh. #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: @DaisyWunderDog the bears come right into yards if you're near the woods at all. NJ has crazy zoning so you see bears in spring #barkoutloud
LindaVining: Some dogs are naturals w horses, others not. Always remember, donkeys and llamas consider all canids The Enemy. Stomp em flat #barkoutloud
Finch93: @Mod_Mary yeah, that's probably best! @Mod_Lorie #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Hilary our dogs go to friend's horse farm, all get along swimmingly, sometimes try playing #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @foster_sj yes... that was different situation... I meant in general... #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Ha! RT @jaennutter: did you know 20 bottles of vinegar douche also works as skunk anti-smellerizer? NO ONE has 20 bottles of that. #barkoutloud
foster_sj: @Mod_Mary Makes sense! Scary situation, huh?!! #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @jaennutter LOL what size bottles? #barkoutloud we got a large container when I was trying for stain removal
DaisyWunderDog: That is crazy. RT @Keeping_Awake: bears in yard #barkoutloud
PushUpsnPaws: @Mod_Hilary #barkoutloud horses off limits to dogs - no naughty nipping - but we do have lots of critters rangin from coyotes, shunks, rabbits
Mod_Mary: In NH we have coyotes mating with.... wolves? Did I just hear that on NPR? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: LOL! RT @jaennutter: did u know 20 bttles vinegar douche also works as skunk anti-smellerizer? NO ONE has 20 bottles of that. #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: @PushUpsnPaws So how do you keep your dogs from tangling with all those critters? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @PushUpsnPaws no nipping with our guys, just nose sniffing and running along the fence and trying to play :-) #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: @DaisyWunderDog A few yrs ago a cat treed a bear! It was on the news and very funny. Lucky cat! #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog hmmmm.... let me go check my cupboard....brb. #barkoutloud
dancingdogblog: What? RT @Mod_Mary: In NH we have coyotes mating with.... wolves? Did I just hear that on NPR? #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Figures! RT @Keeping_Awake: @DaisyWunderDog A few yrs ago a cat treed a bear! It was on the news and very funny. Lucky cat! #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: I didn't think they would! Diff creatures. RT @Mod_Mary: In NH we have coyotes mating with.... wolves? Did I just hear that on NPR? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog Nope, Daisy. Not 20 bottles... #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: I've hrd that too RT @dancingdogblog: What? RT @Mod_Mary: In NH we hav coyotes mating with.... wolves? Did I just hear that on NPR? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary which suggest crossbreeding of wolves with dogs also #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Mod_Hilary I'll have to check that... @dancingdogblog #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @ladiesofpeanut She might if she still has areas of hairloss, but I'd check with her vet to be sure :-) #barkoutloud
LindaVining: Our Australian Terrier is totally cool w horse, and they w her (especially our stallion). Coonhound mix is scared to death. #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Really happening? RT @DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary which suggest crossbreeding of wolves with dogs also #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @dancingdogblog Read about it online when researching coyotes. May also hav been on NPR #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @dancingdogblog the only genetically 'clean' seemed to have been the Siberian Foxes, meaning all else tainted by cross-breeding #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Hilary Doesn't strike me as that odd, but yes, the wanted untainted DNA, that was the only animal they found it in #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: LMAO! RT @Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog Nope, Daisy. Not 20 bottles... #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @gbfboxer we got Rotties, they kind of grew up visiting the farm with the horses though #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: Okay, so what does all this have to do with dogs? I guesss, be abit more careful in the summer? #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: Doing the same (LMAO) RT @DaisyWunderDog: LMAO! RT @Mod_Mary: @DaisyWunderDog Nope, Daisy. Not 20 bottles... #barkoutloud
LindaVining: @DawgBlogger Rotties usually do great w/ horses. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger That's right.... Rotties... #barkoutloud
Keeping_Awake: Did we already talk about heatstroke? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary watch out for heat and predators big or small #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: No, great topic! Please do! RT @Keeping_Awake: Did we already talk about heatstroke? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @Keeping_Awake No. let's talk heat stroke. #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: So one quick veer off topic. Neighbor informs me 1 of 4 pups (she got the other 3) had Parvo. She's fostering. Concern? #barkoutloud
PushUpsnPaws: @Mod_Hilary #barkoutloud monitor nite outings - learned Ellie chasing a fox around backyard at 3AM & wondering if I was going to have new stole
DaisyWunderDog: @Mod_Lorie Pups. Daisy and Jasper have vaccinations up-to-date, but her neighbor's dog does not have rt vaccination #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @DawgBlogger Great topic as well... even just pond water... #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Yes. Big concern here. RT @DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary one more thing probably is stale nasty water and blue algae #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: Have any of you had a dog that puts his paw in water before drinking, hound does. I figure it is to test if cool enough to drink, ? #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: I close my doggie door at night. RT @tacrabtree @pushupsnpaws #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog well, depends on immune system and vaccination ... did they have all their vaccinations? #barkoutloud http://bit.ly/boj0Lo
Mod_Hilary: @tacrabtree Do you have a doggie pool? Maybe used to putting paws in pool, so transferred behavior? #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: @tacrabtree hmmmm... #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Not sure on pups. RT @DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog did they have all their vaccinations? #barkoutloud http://bit.ly/boj0Lo #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: What are gurgles? RT @foster_sj: I heard that dogs can get the "gurgles" ... #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @DawgBlogger Pups just transported up here from south last night with Mom and 3 Shelties #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @Mod_Hilary - no pool, but change watr everytime I pass by the bowls #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @DawgBlogger I should have known you'd have a good blog post about it. Will read. #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: So, when should we be concerned w heat stroke? Symptoms? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog parvo is widely spread in the environment, most adult dogs have at least SOME developed immunity #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @foster_sj Never heard it referred to as gurgles but a water or food dish that isn't cleaned regularly can definitely cause disease. #barkoutloud
foster_sj: @Mod_Hilary Gurgles is a stomach ache and is accompanied by total lack of appetite. You can hear the churning in our 110 pound pup. #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: Good! RT @DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog parvo is widely spread in environment, most adult dogs have at least SOME developed immunity #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @DawgBlogger 1 puppy had it. Concerned for other pups and other neighbor dogs #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @DaisyWunderDog it has couple good external links also ;-) #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @DaisyWunderDog I would be concerned for other pups and possibly neighborhood dogs, esp the young ones. #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @DawgBlogger - you have so much good info on your blogs, thank you! #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @Mod_Mary weakness, dizziness, shock, coma = late signs #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: Thanks! RT @foster_sj: @Mod_Hilary Gurgles is stomach ache accompanied by lack of appetite. Hear the churning in our 110 pound pup. #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @Mod_Lorie That's what I was thinking too. Esp since she said 1 of the pups w/her ate grass and threw up today #barkoutloud
Mod_Hilary: So since it's late and we can't talk about heatstroke, what blogs/links do you recommend to read about it? #barkoutloud
DawgBlogger: @tacrabtree Thank you, glad it's useful! Most articles vet fact-checked also #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: Can assure you that @Foster_SJ pup's water bowl is cleaned very well... #barkoutloud
tacrabtree: @DawgBlogger - that's good to know #barkoutloud
DaisyWunderDog: @DawgBlogger Warned neighbor abt distict smell too. I have a little exp w/it at the shelter, but still concerned #barkoutloud
Mod_Lorie: @Mod_Hilary One of my blog posts on heat stroke: http://ow.ly/24uMz #barkoutloud
Mod_Mary: Heck... it's almost 10:30... gotta close for tonight! #barkoutloud