Help stop animal abuse in movies

I  received this and think is worth sharing and there is a link at the bottom to the article on the net.    Everyone can form their own conclusions, tho I feel there is some truth to this.    If you agree, please keep forwarding.

 PLEASE – READ BELOW … and then … DO NOT SUPPORT THESE MOVIES … OR ANYONE ASSOCIATED WITH THEM! Why should they ‘get rich’ on the backs of suffering animals????!!

Additionally, please spread the word … all over the country.  Remember, a committed group CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE – although, sadly, not for these animals.

One of the dirty little secrets is the abuse of animals in movies.  Patch reports that on Wednesday, activists protested the premiere over animal abuse allegations. Tweet, the giraffe, collapsed and died after wrapping his 'Zookeeper' scenes. According to PETA, "Tweet spent the last few months of his life confined to a 20-foot-by-20-foot stall, which was barely large enough for the 18-foot-tall giraffe to lie down in. In their natural habitat, giraffes live in vast home ranges of up to 400 square miles. Earlier this year, reports surfaced that an elephant named Tai was abused by trainers. Video footage showed Tai and other elephants being beaten with bull hooks and receiving electric shocks, screaming out in pain. The animal was featured in the film "WATER  FOR ELEPHANTS" and is reportedly in "Zookeeper" as well. Tai's abuse outraged viewers and animal rights activists, prompting a lawsuit against the training team and a reward offered for reporting abusive trainers. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/07/09/zookeeper-premiere-picket-peta_n_893996.html Carol Johnson"Think occasionally of the suffering of which you spare yourself the sight." ~ Albert Schweitzer Don't buy while they die!

Veterinary Clinic now accepting "exotic" and "pocket" Pets

Pine Ridge Veterinary Clinic
483 Ontario St., Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 3C1
905-372-2721 prvet@eagle.ca www.pineridgevet.com

Attention exotic & pocket pet owners!

We are happy to inform you that Dr. Karen McKenzie is now accepting “exotic” and “pocket” pets as patients such as hamsters, gerbils, ferrets, budgies, cockatiels, parrots, snakes, lizards etc.! Dr. McKenzie has several years experience treating & handling exotic pets in the Toronto area before coming to the Northumberland County area, including Cobourg and Port Hope Ontario. Currently we are accepting appointments for exotic pets on most Friday afternoons & Saturdays. So, if you have a small mammal, reptile or avian friend give us a call to book your appointment to see Dr. McKenzie!

Still got that itchy, scratchy feeling??
It could be allergies!
With the summer weather now on us we have been seeing an increasing number of pets with seasonal allergies! If you've noticed your pet itching more than usual, or they have unusual pimples, or you have noticed a reddening of their skin,
give us a call for an appointment so we can determine what’s bugging your pet

TODAY I RESCUED A PERSON! picture copyright Kim Malonie 2010 picture copyright Kim Malonie 2010 My eyes met hers as she walked down the hall looking into the kennels. I knew instantly she needed help and I had to help her. I wagged my tail excitedly so she would notice me. When she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from the little "accident" I had at the back of my cage, I didn't want her to know the shelters helpers were far too busy and I hadn't been out of my kennel today, they do the best they can.... As she was reading my kennel card I hoped she wouldn't feel sad about my past, I have the future to look forward to and I want to make a difference in someone's life! She got on her knees and made loving and soothing sounds to me so I put my shoulder and side of my head against the bars to help comfort her. She gently caressed my neck. I knew she desperately needed my companionship, a tear rolled down her cheek as I raised my paw to tell her that everything would be alright. Soon my kennel door opened and her eyes and smile were so loving and bright I instantly jumped right into hers arms! I promised her I would keep her safe and I promised to always be with her as long as she needed me. I promised her I would do everything I could to see that loving beautiful smile and sparkle in her eyes.   I was so lucky that she came to the shelter today, there are so many more people out there who haven't walked down the hall, so many more to be saved. At least I could save one person. TODAY, I RESCUED A PERSON!

HEATSTROKE!

picture copyright of Kim Malonie 2009

Heat stroke!

Temperatures in cars can heat up to dangerous levels within a few short minutes! (even with windows cracked open!)

 Did you know it can take between 10 to 60 days for pets to acclimatize to summer temperatures? If higher temperatures are forecast, plan ahead for your pets! Keep plenty of water available, and if your pets go outdoors, make sure there is a cooler/shaded area they can reach so they can escape the heat.  

You can even have a doggy swimming pool for them to cool themselves (a gentle hosing off can work well too!) Keep exercise and vigorous play at a limited level during the day; try to exercise them during the cooler morning or evening hours. If you must exercise during the daytime, stop frequently for water breaks.

On a hot day be mindful of heatstroke; some of its early signs include: lethargy, panting, lack of appetite, stiff gait, vomiting or diarrhea after exercise and/or heat exposure. If your pet is showing any of these sign put cold wet cloths under their "arm pits" and on their bellies and around their necks, and if this doesn't seem to help them take to a vet asap. 

Jerky Treats

Do you feed your dog jerky treats?

 

There have been several cases noted across Ontario of dogs that have been showing signs similar to a kidney disease known as Fanconi syndrome. It was found that in all cases, the dogs had been fed chicken jerky treats that were manufactured in China.

Until more information is available, we ask that you check where your pet's chicken jerky treats were manufactured, and for a time, avoid feeding them.

If you have fed your dog chicken jerky treats and have noticed any of the following symptoms, please call the clinic to book your pet in to see a doctor for a checkup: decreased appetite or activity, vomiting and increased water consumption and/or increased urination.

Note: Hill's Pet Nutrition does not have a recall on their “Science Diet Treat Jerky Strips with Real Chicken” (or any other products in their line).

OUR REWARD

 

"OUR REWARD"

Treat us with respect, teach us your rules gently and train us and teach us 
with patience 
Let us know what pleases you
for if you don't, our unbridled enthusiasm may place unnecessary and stressful demands on you.

There is not an animal on the planet that could offer you the same unconditional love and devotion that we can, 
if you show us the path to your heart. 

though we may test you, 
but only because we are not knowing of your ways. Please persist in helping us for we will remember your structure as we spend time together.

Do not take advantage of us and think we are like machines, we are living breathing souls who need and welcome friendship, love and compassion.

Though we have needs, we cannot physically speak, please make sure we have access to enough water to drink and nourishing food to eat, as well as shelter to keep us safe from harm and the elements

Be our leader, our keeper, friend, companion, protector and our voice, this we ask for all animals and for this we thank you.

Copyright of Kim Malonie 2010

Dog days of summer

picture copyright Kim Malonie 2010

"waiting for the water for his pool"

Remember these are the "dog days" of summer

pets feel the heat just like we do but are not able to tell us when they are overheating,

a nice small pool with a couple of inches of water for dogs to lie in and drink from is a great way to cool down and feel refreshed.

Do not leave your pet in a vehicle even with the windows roll down even for a very short period of time as the inside temperature can reach over 150 degrees, this can cause heat stroke and possible death. 

If you think your pet is overheated (some signs are: rapid breathing, drooling, being very tired) get them cold water to drink and put some of the cold water with your hand on their head and on the bottom of their paws, this will cool them down a little bit, then take them to the nearest vet asap!

 if you see an animal in somebodys car in distress from the heat call the police you could save an animals life! and cruelty to animal charges have been know to be made to the owner of the vehicle.

Hot dogs belong in hot dog buns not in cars!