Itchin' for Spring?

With three feet of snow still on the ground in Southern Maine, it's hard to believe that Spring is here. Though the daffodils aren't popping up quite yet, there is still one sure sign that warmer weather is on the way...just ask your dog....it's flea and tick season!

Fleas and tics have been patiently waiting to reacquaint themselves with your digging pup. They won't wait for your garden to be planted or for the salt to be washed off your car to act! So, just a friendly reminder, if you haven't been doing so all winter, to protect your dog against these nasty little signs of Spring.

We're recommending Bi-Spoto as a great flea and tic preventative medicine. Similar to "Frontline" in the way it's used, BioSpot is often less expensive and works just as great. You can find BioSpot at most Agway stores here locally, or purchase it on-line without a prescription.

No matter which flea treatment you use, remember to read the label carefully to protect your pet, and then get out there and enjoy the great outdoors!

Nail Care

Hello Fellow Dog lovers,
The above is a photo of a nail that is much to long.

I just wanted to give some helpful advice to all of you.

Nails need to be clipped on a regular basis. Not clipping your pets nails is like you wearing a pair of shoes a size to small and Christmas shopping at the mall :(

It causes pain to your pet and could cause damage to the nail itself if it breaks to far down. The nail could get infected, or break off completely which usually means a trip to the vets. Even worse, your pets nails could curl and grow into the pads of the paw especially if your pet has du-claws (thumbs). If your pet is biting at their feet constantly it is a signal to you that their feet need attention. This is very important to their health and comfort. It is also cheaper in the long run. Prevention is the best protection for your pet and your wallet.

Here at Care's Clippers we offer nail care for a fee of 10.00. You can also purchase a pair of nail clippers or a dremel tool (used to file nails instead of cutting) at your local pet supply store and do it yourself. You want to cut the nail just above the quick (blood vessel)that runs along the center of the nail. If you do cut the quick it will bleed profusely and the pet may yelp. You will want to put stypic powder on it to stop the bleeding. If you do not have stypic powder a bar of ivory soap rubbed across it will also stop the bleeding. Do not be alarmed by the amount of blood. It is scary but in most cases these heal right up. Just keep an eye on your pet for a few days to watch for any signs of infection.

For pets who walk on pavement regularly their nails usual file down. If your pet does not walk on pavement regularly then you will want to have their nails clipped every 8 weeks or so.

We hope you and your pets have a safe and Bow Wow day

Sincerely

Carrie

Care's Clippers