Articles of Interest

Acupressure For Pets
Animals have a vital life force and a connection to universal energies. There are channels of energy that move throughout the physical body and interact with external energies. Next time you groom your dog or cat, try gentle, circular massage directly to the points your pet will love the attention and there will be a positive energy exchange between the two of you.  Click to see a chart of the Acupressure Points.

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Cocoa Mulch Warning: Common Household Item Toxic to Dogs
Cocoa Mulch, which is sold by Home Depot, Foreman’s Garden Supply and other Garden supply stores, Contains a lethal ingredient called “Theobromine.” Read more about this dangerous product.

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Massaging your Dog Benefits Both You and Your Dog
By Kimberly & Bruno(Boonie) CGC, NJC & 1/3 AD. GardenGrove, CA

Many people hardly ever touch their dogs any more than just petting or an occasional brushing. I believe dogs feel love and affection and need to be touched by their loved ones just like humans do. Take 5 minutes a day and massage your dog on almost every part of it's body from his head to his toes and you will not only get to know your dog better, but your touch will also stimulate something in your dog that will make your dog respond to you in ways I cannot explain. I guarantee you will notice the change in your dog's attitude within as little as 2 - 3 days!  Click to see the instructions for Massaging Your Dog.

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Emergency Evacuation Check-off List For Your Pet
You've been tuning into the news for the latest updates. This time it's confirmed - the watch has been upgraded to a warning for your area. You and your family begin preparing for evacuation to safer ground. Everything on your emergency list is packed in the car -everything except, maybe, your pet's survival kit. You never considered leaving your four-legged companion behind (and, indeed, shouldn't), but did you consider what you should have with you to care for your pet in an evacuation situation?  Click to learn what you should do in an Emergency Evacuation.

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The History of the Hungarian Vizsla
Reprinted from the South Coast Vizsla Club as received from an excerpt from the Hungarian Vizsla Club book Dora Lonyai received from Hungary

The origin of the Hungarian Vizsla most likely goes back to the conquering Hungarian tribes. These tribes brought with them their hunting dogs, which were crossed with those hound-like dogs already living in the Carpathian basin, thereby creating the ancestors of the current population.  Click here to learn more about the History of the Hungarian Vizsla.

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Poisonous Plant Guide
Reprinted from the Canine Health Foundation American Kennel Club "Poisonous Plant Guide"