Q. Which airlines have the best record? How can you prepare the dog to handle the confined space & the long journey? Can anyone give me any tips? My dog is a 12 year old labrador.
A. I also advise you check re any quarantine requirements by Singapore and perhaps any further health certificates , tattooing or microchipping or further vaccinactions your dog may need , also check with the airline re their requiements of what they consider is a safe crate for travel - check with your vet re health of your dog - what he may advise for long travel also as he is an dog older check to see he is fit enough for long travel and any stay in quarantine that may be required - It cost me quite a bit to take my dog and lots of preparation but it went well and my dog fared pretty well - I hope this may be the same for you .
I used an external water bottle attacthed to the crate for Hydration during a long voyage with electrolytes in the water - I have a safe toy -blankets and dry bed liner in the crate for the comfort of your dog -so
get in touch with the airlines get all details.
get in touch with Singapore re their quantine requirements and health certificates .
get in touch with your vet.
I contacted my quarantine department where I live and they gave me details of what was required by other countries and gave me contact numbers of overseas departments . you could try this too .
I think you will find that Singapore has a huge dog lovers contingent and a huge show interest -they have many many dog lovers that spend so much money on their dogs and spoil and care for their dogs so well and their pets are loved family members - do not be put off by some reports that your dog will be eaten - there are some places in asia that this happens and its so horrible - but its not all over the place- its not rampant they dont go stealing your pets off airline terminals for food !!
your dog is travelling with you and under the care of the airline they do not give your dog away for food - there a huge number of great shops that cater for pets over there and I think you will find what you need there in regards to food - health and welfare of your dog and tons of accessories .
Good Luck I hope all goes well .
I used an external water bottle attacthed to the crate for Hydration during a long voyage with electrolytes in the water - I have a safe toy -blankets and dry bed liner in the crate for the comfort of your dog -so
get in touch with the airlines get all details.
get in touch with Singapore re their quantine requirements and health certificates .
get in touch with your vet.
I contacted my quarantine department where I live and they gave me details of what was required by other countries and gave me contact numbers of overseas departments . you could try this too .
I think you will find that Singapore has a huge dog lovers contingent and a huge show interest -they have many many dog lovers that spend so much money on their dogs and spoil and care for their dogs so well and their pets are loved family members - do not be put off by some reports that your dog will be eaten - there are some places in asia that this happens and its so horrible - but its not all over the place- its not rampant they dont go stealing your pets off airline terminals for food !!
your dog is travelling with you and under the care of the airline they do not give your dog away for food - there a huge number of great shops that cater for pets over there and I think you will find what you need there in regards to food - health and welfare of your dog and tons of accessories .
Good Luck I hope all goes well .
Are you suppose to tip a dog groomer?
Q. I think thats 30.00 is too much to groom,but i was just wondering if your suppose to tip a dog groomer?
A. I work in a grooming salon and tips are always appreciated. Unless a groomer owns their own shop they only get a percentage of the money from each dog they groom, usually roughly 50%. So tips are important for their paycheck. Also if you are a regular typically you will get preferential treatment when booking appointments. If a groomer has a full day but knows you are a good tipper they are more likely to try to work you in.
Also, unless you just have a little short haired dog like a Chihuahua with no trimming involved and only a bath than $30 is reasonable. Most of the bigger bath dogs are around $30. If you're getting any trimming down or even a haircut then you really aren't paying that much. A lot of people try to argue with us about prices, saying their dog is only a little dog. But little hairy dogs like Poodles, Yorkies, Shih Tzus, ect often require the most effort. Its difficult to work on an especially small dog and make it look good.
Also, unless you just have a little short haired dog like a Chihuahua with no trimming involved and only a bath than $30 is reasonable. Most of the bigger bath dogs are around $30. If you're getting any trimming down or even a haircut then you really aren't paying that much. A lot of people try to argue with us about prices, saying their dog is only a little dog. But little hairy dogs like Poodles, Yorkies, Shih Tzus, ect often require the most effort. Its difficult to work on an especially small dog and make it look good.
What's the best/easiest way to keep a dog's ears clean?
Q. I'm considering making giant Q-Tips for dogs but the upfront cost for the mass production equipment is enormous.
Is the product a good idea? bad idea?...any other ideas?
Thanks in advance.
Is the product a good idea? bad idea?...any other ideas?
Thanks in advance.
A. qtips are not good unless you know how to use them as they are more likely to just push the wax down further...cotton balls are better...get an ear wash from petsmart or your vet clinic, and fill the ear canal with it, massage a little bit, and then let your dog shake it's head...then either put the cotton ball in the ear and massage again or you can just wipe with a kleenex around your finger...don't be afraid to stick like a quarter of your finger in, a dog's ear is shaped like a "j" kind of, and you will not hurt the eardrum. do this once a week or when you bathe your dog...if your doing this at least once a week or once every 2 weeks, and the ears are still consistently dirty, get your dog checked for an ear infection at your vet clinic.
What is the best dog food for a 12 yr old lab mix?
Q. He's getting older now and I want him to last as long as possible. Any tips for dog food?
A. Canidea all life stages is a great dog food. If his liver and kidney's are healthy I would also recommend Wellness, Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover's Soul etc. Possibly look at an old age formula. Stay away from brands like pedigree, beneful, alpo, Ol Roy and dog foods found at wal-mart. They're loaded with corn, other filler and by-products.
I would recommend Canidea though.
I would recommend Canidea though.
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