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Cat & bunny – best friends

Daniela Caride — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 15:42:37 +0000

Here’s a super cute video of a cat and a rabbit who love each other very much.

This very affectionate cat reminds me so much of my little brother Mishimi, whom I rescued from the streets of Rio last April. Take a look at a picture of Mishimi now, spoiled rotten at my parents’ home.

Click here to view the embedded video.

"Do you think I'm cute?" (Aníbal Caride photo)

Cat costumes – are they OK?

Daniela Caride — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 02:33:05 +0000

This Cat Fashion Show didn’t seem like a good idea to me. I know only one cat who enjoys being dressed up — Lorenzo. All other cats I’ve met would rather have a root canal than attend an event of this kind.

The blog where I found these pictures stated that photographer Katie Sokoler thought some cats were nervous because the audience was popping camera flashes in their faces and screaming to the cats in baby talk.

Even though the outfits are cute, all the cats seem uncomfortable or stressed. Am I delusional? Or do you feel the same way?

Hartz Mountain treats recall

Daniela Caride — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 23:02:38 +0000

Hartz Mountain Corporation is recalling 8-oz bags of Hartz Naturals Real Beef Treats for Dogs, lot code BZ0969101E, UPC number 32700-11519, imported by Hartz from Brazilian supplier Bertin S.A. The treats were distributed to a number of customers in the United States. Random sample testing conducted by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) indicated the presence of Salmonella. Hartz is investigating the source of the problem.

If you purchased this product, check the lot code on the bag. If the code is not visible or if the bag has lot code BZ0969101E imprinted thereon, discard it immediately.

Salmonella can affect both humans and animals. You can become infected by simply handling the treats, especially if you have not thoroughly washed your hands after having contact with the treats or any surfaces exposed to the products.

Healthy people infected with Salmonella may experience…

nausea

vomiting

diarrhea or bloody diarrhea

abdominal cramping

fever

Although rare, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including…

arterial infections

endocarditis (inflammation of the lining of the heart)

arthritis

muscle pain

eye irritation

urinary tract symptoms

If you have any of these signs after having contact with this product, contact your doctor immediately.

Pets with Salmonella infections may show…

lethargy

diarrhea or bloody diarrhea

fever

vomiting

Some pets may only experience a decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has had any of the affected products or is experiencing any of these symptoms, contact your veterinarian immediately.

Consumers can contact Hartz at 1-800-275-1414 at any time with any questions they may have and for information on how to obtain reimbursement for purchased product.

Contact:

Hartz Consumer Affairs

(800) 275-1414

Dog dances merengue

Daniela Caride — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 12:43:23 +0000

Carrie the Golden Retriever is again on the spotlight, this time dancing merengue on the street. In 2009, a video of her dancing merengue with his owner at “Don Francisco Presents” TV show at Univision also went viral.

At that time, I thought she was dancing salsa. You live, you learn.

:-)

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Kila swimming at Lake Tahoe. (Pjoto courtesy of Cglovesdogs on Flickr)

My Dog Tulip – movie trailer

Daniela Caride — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:30:58 +0000

I’m so looking forward to watching ‘My Dog Tulip.’ Christopher Plummer and Isabella Rossellini voice the animation — a story of friendship between an an elderly bachelor and his German Shepherd, now in the theaters.

It’s based on the memoir by British author J.R. Ackerley, illustrated by the husband-and-wife team of Paul and Sandra Fierlinger.

Watch the trailer…

Click here to view the embedded video.

Ricochet helps 2yo get therapy

Daniela Caride — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 23:48:13 +0000

Surf Dog Ricochet, who has won several surf dog contests to raise awareness and funds for human and animal causes, teamed up with Endless Pools to make a brain-injured two year old’s dream come true.

Ricochet catching some waves. (Photo courtesy of Ricochet)

A $11,000 therapy pool will be delivered to Finnley in the next couple of weeks as part of Ricochet’s fund raiser for her.

Finnley was born with brain damage because oxygen was cut off to her brain during delivery. She was expected to live up to 72 hours, but 2 years later she is still here, willing to go on. Her brain damage caused cerebral palsy, seizures and vision impairment. She can’t walk or talk. But she appreciates live very much. She is even fond of classical music.

Her cerebral palsy tightens her muscles, but when in a pool, she’s able to move her arms and legs. Her parents have been saving to purchase a therapeutic swimming pool, so Finnley can get the daily therapy she needs, but who knows how long it would take for them to raise $ 11,000.

When Ricochet heard about their situation, she started fundraising for Finnley right away. Ricochet came up with the idea of calling Endless Pools to see if the company would be willing to help her make Finnley’s dream come true even sooner.

The company offered a 60% discount. The funds Ricochet raised, coupled with the discount meant the family only had to come up with $2560, which they had in an account from previous fundraising they’ve done.

Finnley’s mom, Care, was in tears when she heard the news. And even though Finnley doesn’t talk, she broke out into a huge smile. Thank you, Ricochet and Endless Pools for being so compassionate!

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Iams cat food recall

Daniela Caride — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 22:26:50 +0000

A bit more information on the recent Iams cat food recall. Procter & Gamble is voluntarily recalling bags from a specific lot of one of its dry cat food products due to potential salmonella exposure.

No illnesses have been reported. Here is the information on the food affected by this announcement:

Product Name	Version	Code Date	UPC Code
Iams Indoor Weight Control with Hairball Care dry cat food	6.8 lb bag	02304173 (B1-B6)	1901403921

The company traced and retrieved nearly all affected products and estimates that fewer than 60 bags from this production run may have been purchased.

This production run was sold through a single retailer in the following states: Illinois, New Mexico, Texas, Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Kansas, Wisconsin, South Dakota, North Dakota, Montana, Wyoming and Colorado.

If you have purchased one of these few bags with the specific code date listed above, discard it immediately. For a product replacement or refund, call P&G toll-free at 1-800-862-3332 (Monday – Friday, 9a.m. to 6 p.m. EST).

Healthy people infected with Salmonella may experience…

nausea

vomiting

diarrhea or bloody diarrhea

abdominal cramping

fever

Although rare, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments including…

arterial infections

endocarditis (inflammation of the lining of the heart)

arthritis

muscle pain

eye irritation

urinary tract symptoms

If you have any of these signs after having contact with this product, contact your doctor immediately.

Pets with Salmonella infections may show…

lethargy

diarrhea or bloody diarrhea

fever

vomiting

Parrot wants kiss from cockatiel

Daniela Caride — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 12:44:42 +0000

Marnie, a blue Indian Ringneck parrot, talks to a cockatiel on this super cute video. (It’s a pity it’s a bit out of focus.)

Marnie says “hello”, and “You’re so, you’re so cute!” several times. Later he demands the cockatiel to give him a kiss. He leans in for a kiss, makes kiss sounds and then delivers a big “Wheeee!”.

If you like this video, bookmark Marnie’s official web site. Soon it will carry other videos.

Click here to view the embedded video.

Place cat food away from water

Daniela Caride — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 16:57:59 +0000

I know it would be just easier to place your cat’s food dish beside the water bowl. That’s what I did for the longest time. But your cat won’t appreciate it.

The cat food bowls here at home are separated from the water.

I’ve learned from cat behaviorist Pam Johnson-Bennet that we should keep food and water separate for our kitties.

Apparently cats don’t like to come drink water and smell food nearby. If they don’t feel like drinking water because it’s not been a great experience, they might get dehydrated in the long run – and most cats already drink less water than they should.

Also, if you place the bowl side by side, the food can end up in the water bowl and vice versa — not a good thing either. Water in the food bowl may spoil the food faster and even make it less palatable. Food in the water bowl may contaminate the water – the perfect environment for bacteria growth.

This means that double dishes are not a good idea. And, by the way, most of them are made of plastic, which is not the most recommended material for a pet bowl anyway. Metal bowls are the safest ones, since they don’t break or gather bacteria so easily. Read a review on the food bowls we use at home.

Dogs socializing lions?

Daniela Caride — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 15:37:15 +0000

When I recently posted the story of Christian the pet lion cub, who received a visit of his former owners in the African wild and treated them with great affection, I didn’t know I would soon see this amazing video, below.

These lion cubs residing at The Wild Animal Sanctuary, near Keenesburg, CO, have been coached by dogs to learn how to behave in a pack before they are introduced to the wild with adult lions. By simulating fights during play time with the dogs, the cubs — just like dogs and domestic cats — learn social rules.

Take a look at this super cute Bulldog teaching the cubs a lesson!

The Wild Animal Sanctuary is the oldest and largest nonprofit sanctuary in the U.S. dedicated exclusively to rescuing captive exotic and endangered large carnivores. If you’re interested in visiting the organization, you are very welcome.

The place is open for visitors year round, daily, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., except major holidays and bad weather. During summer, from Memorial Day to Labor Day, the sanctuary extends hours from 9 a.m. till sunset.

Thanks, Neil, for posting this wonderful video on Life with Dogs!

PS: I was so happy to see the cubs also had a tiger ball, just like Geppetto’s! Click to watch my Berner reviewing his tiger ball on video!

Lion at the sanctuary. (Photo courtesy of the Wild Animal Sanctuary)