Will a dog fit into Your Lifestyle?
Some people feel that their families aren't complete without a dog. Others are
single and believer a dog can give them the companionship they crave at
home. Dogs do make wonderful family members but there are things you
should consider before rushing out and bringing a puppy home.
Once you bring home a dog, you are responsible for him for the rest of his
life. He will look to you for his needs. They need daily attention.
Dogs make wonderful companions. They listen to your troubles without
making sarcastic comments. They offer love and understanding. They are
playmates for you or your child.
To be fair to the dog and yourself , you should consider carefully whether or
not he would fit into your lifestyle. Questions follow:
1. Do you live in an apartment or own your own home?
Malamutes are not the breed for an apartment, not a condo. They get very
restless and destructive if not able to be outside.
2. Are you away from home a lot?
3. Do you enjoy going for daily walks or runs?
4. Do you have small children in the home? Malamute puppies can be from
40 lbs at 6 months of age to 90lbs. They are still pups but can be clumsy
and knock down adults, children even easier. They get nosy when the
child is crying or screaming. Will get in their face. Also the floor is their play area so what is on the floor is there for the dog to play with, even small
children.
5. Can you afford to buy food and the vet care?
What is good about the breed. Great deterrents to burglar's. They will not bit
them but can scare someone. They are great for people that like to be
outside. They are a working dog so they need to be worked. At least running.
The will dig up your yard. And although they can be know to killing small
animals like cats, small dogs they have no problem with killing mice, snakes,
rats, raccoon's.
They are :
Powerful. Intelligent, proud, graceful, elegant, and independent.
Although very protective of their family and home, Malamutes are very
gentile with Children. They will follow small children everywhere and make
great playmates as long as the child is not really small, under 2 years old.
They are know barkers. But they love to talk. Some owners swear that their
dog say" I love you" or "Mama".
They are also know for their work ethics. Alaskan Malamutes are able to pull
the heaviest loads and can travel long distances with very little food. They
are great sled dogs, fishing, hunting, weight pulling, and make the best
friends a person could have.
Pet Care Tips:
Heartworm Disease:
Transmitted by mosquitoes and can be fatal to dogs or cats. Ask your vet about preventive medication and testing.
Fleas:
Preventive is always suggested but should be talked over with a vet. A lot of the other the counter medications and usually not as effective and run a higher risk of side effect, such as seizures and hot spots, just to name a few. If your pet has been infested with fleas it maybe also suggested that he or she be treated for tape worm.
Ticks:
Also should be discussed with veterinarian. Ticks can care lyme disease and you should be sure your animal is vaccinated against that as well. Most flea preventives also cover ticks as well.
Tapeworms:
Dogs can come in contact with tapeworms from infested soil or fleas. Stronger in hunting dogs that kill and eat wild game. Signs of tapeworms are vomiting, hunger or weight loss and irruption or rubbing of the rear. A stool sample should be taking to the veterinarian and examined. Generic dog wormer do not usually help, medication should be obtained through a vet.
POISONUS PLANT LIST:
Aloe( Aloe species)
.Vomiting, depression, tremors
Amaryllis(Amaryllis species)
.. Vomiting, depression, diarrhea, stomach pain, in appetence, tremors.
Azalea( Rhododendron species)
Similar acting plant species-Andromeda Japonica, and Rhododendrons
..Vomiting, diarrhea, central nervous system collapse, cardiovascular collapse, coma, hypotension, weakness, death.
Autumn Crocus( Colchicum species)
.. Bloody vomiting and diarrhea, shock, kidney failure, liver failure, bone marrow suppression.
Bittersweet, American ( Solanum species)
. Plants that cause similar problems include European Bittersweet, Deadly Night
.. Weakness, convulsions's, vomiting, diarrhea, decrease heart rate.
Buckeye ( Aesculus species)
.. Sever gastroenteritis, central nervous system depression or hyperirritability, coma
Castor Bean ( Ricinus specie)
.. Usually a lag period of 48 hours before signs appear
Highly toxic! Two to Four beans can be lethal to an adult human!
.. Severe gastroenteritis, oral pain and irritation, increase in thirst, kidney failure convulsions, death
Christmas Rose ( Hellerborus species)
.. Abdominal pain, convulsions, delirium, vomiting, and bloody diarrhea.
Cinerarian ( Senicio species)
. Plans that could cause similar problems include German Ivy and Ragwort.
.. Liver damage, depression, weakness, gastrointestinal upset.
Corn Plant ( Dracaena species.
. Similar plans included: Baby Doll Ti, China Doll, Gold Plant Dracaena, Madagascar Dragon Tree, ribbon plan, Corn Stock plan, Florida Beauty, And Hawaiian Ti.
.. Vomiting, occasionally blood, depression, inappetence, incorrdination, and weakness.
Cycads ( Cycad species)
Common name Sago Palm
. Very toxic plant.. a few seeds can cause problems.
.. Liver failure, bloody gastroenteritis, blood clotting problems, death.
Daffodil ( Narcissus species)
Bulbs are the most toxic part
.. Severe gastrointestinal upset, convulsions, tremors, hypo tension, weakness, cardiac arrhythmia.
English Ivy( Hedera Species)
. Gastrointestinal upset, hyperactivity, breathing difficulties, coma muscular weakness, incorrdiantion.
Foxglove ( Digitalis species)
.. Live treating card ic arrhythmias, caddice failure, weakness, gastrointestinal upset
Heavenly Bamboo ( Nandina species)
.. Intense vomiting and diarrhea, depression
Hyacinth ( Hydrangea species)
. Gastrointestinal disturbances, increased rate of breathing, depression, and increased body temperature.
Iris ( Iris species)
. Abdominal pain, drooling, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting.
Lily of the Valley ( Convararlia species
. In coordination, vomiting, cardiac arrhythmia's.
Marijuana( Cannabis species)
. Prolonged depression, respiratory depression, in coordination, coma.
Mistletoe( Monstera species)
. Gastrointestinal upset, cardiovascular collapse, breathing difficulties, hallucinogenic behavior
Rhubarb ( Rheum species)
. Kidney damage
Tobacco ( Nicotiana species)
. Can cause hyperexcitabiltiy, tremors, convulsions, increased heart rate, death, respiratory depression
Tomatoes
. Leaves an steams contains toxic principles
Severe gastric upset, depression, weakness, decrease in heart rate.
Tulip ( Tulip species)
. Intense vomiting, depression, diarrhea, drooling, and in appetence
