AUTUMNAL MUSTS
It's
hard to believe that here we are already
at the beginning of October and already
there is that distinct chill in the air.
Last year we published this page on our
site and the information provided is
equally valid this year, so please have a
read...
The
arrival of autumn and onset of winter is
always a daunting thought especially
after such a dreadful summer but we just
thought that a few 'tips' for your
greyhound or indeed any dog may be of
help.
Many
of you may now have to start walking your
dog in the dark so in order to be seen,
both you and your pooch should wear some
form of reflective clothing to avoid
accidents. Donna of Kitsch Collars has
safety wear on offer. Below you can see
an example of her fluorescent coats which
are made to measure, high viz leads and
the very nifty high viz sleeves which
just slip over your existing leads - an
inexpensive item to keep you and your
hound safe.
 
Click
on any of the images to visit to visit
the Kitsch Collars website.
As
the damp sets in many older dogs are
prone to stiffness so a mac or coat could
make life easier and more comfortable for
them.
Remember UNLIKE US, GREYHOUNDS HAVE VERY
LITTLE BODY FAT so they really do need to
wear a mac in the rain and a coat when
the temperature begins to drop. As a
rule, we suggest to coat your dog when
the temperature drops below 10
degrees. Most of our greyhounds
here in Jersey will have this attire but
if anyone would like to purchase a mac,
indoor fleece or out door coat then we
recommend:
www.kitschcollars.co.uk
www.jansgifts.co.uk
Just
because you don't want to go out in the
cold that is no excuse not to take your
dog out. Remember even the stiffer
older dogs need to keep their joints
moving so get yourselves and your canine
pal rugged up and get out there you know
you will feel better for it.
Watch
out for the autumnal fruit, our guys are
often tempted to munch on fallen acorns,
conkers or similar but these can be
harmful so are best avoided.
Finally that awful day November
5th. Most dogs sense the fireworks
even before you can hear the bangs so
there is not a lot you can do.
Drawing the curtains and turning the
telly or radio up are really the only
distractions available. If your dog
is exceptionally bad then veterinary
advice can be sought and maybe a sedative
administered . The problem is that
this can go on for days and you can't
keep giving your dog medication. I
hate this day more than any and even find
myself glad that a couple of my oldies
are now deaf and don't have to be
subjected to the anxiety.
The
DAP diffuser is readily available. It is
not something we have tried but it is
supposedly effective in the management of
stress related behaviour by releasing a
pacifying pheromone. Also did you know
that Rescue Remedy available from the
chemist can also be administered to your
dog? Remember, always check with your vet
first.
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