 Fatty Acids May Improve Mobility In Osteoarthritic Dogs A series of recently published scientific papers have indicated that diets rich in fatty acids may reduce symptoms of osteoarthritis in dogs. Three papers published in the January and March editions of the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association investigated the effects of feeding a diet supplemented with fish oil omega-3 fatty acids on dogs with osteoarthritis, and all three papers concluded that the results were positive. In a paper titled "A multicenter study of the effect of dietary supplementation with fish oil omega-3 fatty acids on carprofen dosage in dogs with osteoarthritis", a team from Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc's Pet Nutrition Center studied whether dogs with supplementation ended up receiving less of the anti-inflammatory drug carprofen. The dosage of carpofen was decided based on investigators' assessments of 5 clinical signs and owner assessments of 15 signs of osteoarthritis. In dogs with supplemented diets, the dosage of carprofen they received decreased significantly faster over the 12-week study period that in the control group. The team concluded that where dogs are receiving carprofen to reduce pain, a diet with increased omega-3 fatty acids will decrease the carprofen dosage required for alleviation of symptoms. In another paper, titled "Multicenter veterinary practice assessment of the effects of omega-3 fatty acids on osteoarthritis in dogs" and supported by Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc, researchers investigated the effect of food containing high concentrations of fish oil omega-3 fatty acids and a low omega-6–omega-3 fatty acid ratio on the clinical signs of osteoarthritis in dogs. According to the owners of dogs on a supplemented diet, their dogs had a significantly improved ability to rise from a resting position and play at 6 weeks and improved ability to walk at 12 and 24 weeks after starting feeding. In the third paper, titled "Evaluation of the effects of dietary supplementation with fish oil omega-3 fatty acids on weight bearing in dogs with osteoarthritis", also supported by Hill's Pet Nutrition Inc, researchers investigated the effects of a food supplemented with fish oil omega-3 fatty acids on weight bearing in dogs with osteoarthritis. The team concluded that dogs eating the supplemented food had improved weight bearing. All three papers appear to show that diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids can bring a range of benefits, at least in the short-term, to dogs suffering from osteoarthritis. Dog owners can expect to see increased mobility, weight-bearing and more playful behavior in a relatively short period after beginning to feed a diet rich in fish oil omega-3 fatty acids. View the latest World Pet News every week at PetPeoplesPlace.com. Original Source: http://www.petpeoplesplace.com/resources/news/dogs/fatty-acids-improve-mobility-in-osteoarthritic-dogs.htm Family Catch Up, Time. :-) 03/10/2010
 We are staying with mum and dad’s youngest daughter and her family, for a few days, the caravan tyre was damaged and needed replacing so we are relaxing here with family catching up on the family news. Mum’s daughter comes off her P plates this year and the eldest grand child, will be old enough to go for his learner plates. WOW!, how fast families grow up. They are beginning to look at car prices, it won’t be long before the grandson will be driving his own car. Mum is heading out to buy the family dinner tonight and they pick up the caravan tyre, late tomorrow, sleep over another night then head off to the Grampians, Victoria, on Saturday. We will stay at Grampians Gardens Tourist Park.  Leona Helmsley left her dog Trouble $12 million dollars in her will. Eccentric wills, involving Dogs and Ferrari parts. 1. Leona Helmsley The notoriously egomaniacal hotelier famously left $12 million to her Maltese, Trouble, while entirely cutting two of her grandchildren out of her will (for "reasons which are known to them"). Her other two grandchildren didn't get off the hook entirely; their inheritances were contingent upon their regularly making visits to their father's grave, where they would have to sign a registration book to prove they had shown up. 2. Carlotta Liebenstein Don't think Trouble Helmsley is the richest pooch on the block. When Liebenstein, a German countess, died in 1991, she left her entire $80-million estate to her dog, Gunther. 4. Sandra West West, a California socialite and oil heiress, died when she was just 37 years old and requested that she be buried "in my lace nightgown ... in my Ferrari, with the seat slanted comfortably." Her family buried West in her powder-blue 1964 Ferrari 330 America, then covered the car with cement to deter car thieves. Happy Birthday. 03/10/2010
 It is my fifth Birthday today. It’ is my birthday and we returned to the family home, three generations of family members here to celebrate. I got to play ball with the whole family.  My mum’s daughter thought it should be a black tie occasion so she went through the mens ties and found me a special one to wear for the occasion of my birthday photo.  Then the birthday cake arrived, candle lit and it sure looked good....  .....and tasted even better.  My dad blew out the candle for me and I ate it with joy It was the first dessert I have ever been allowed.   I won these Dog Wisdom cards and guidebooks on EBay in the Hope from the Ashes, Charity on line auctions, to raise funds to help the victims of the Toodyay bush fires in WA. The only other times I have bought books on line, has been through Amazon books. I also won a gift voucher from Lady Raven’s Clothing and Giftware and she will be posting my dog gift cards and dog wisdom book to me this week along with a lovely pair of black slacks from her store. Jo the owner of Lady Raven is a good friend of ours, we have often stayed on her block of land at Toodyay, Western Australia. Our poodle Indigo loves it there and Reg and I love catching up with our friends and love the area too. J That is one huge advantage to owning a poodle; I can wear black clothes and not be concerned about getting dog hairs on them. Doggie Joy, Lamb Shanks For Dinner. 03/05/2010
 Nodding off, after a good dinner. We left Tarra Valley yesterday and arrived at Maffra, to visit family. Today the groceries were unpacked and I tried to play with the receipt from the tm-t88iv printer, but they took it off me. I was given, liver treats instead, that was a great exchange. I decided then that I like this idea off travelling and visiting ‘family'. Then today, OMG, it was ‘doggie joy’, lamb shank stew was on the menu and I got all the gorgeous cooked and luscious gristly bits the humans left behind. Fantastic! Now I am settling into my Aunty Yvonne’s own armchair and taking an after dinner nap so I’ll share a picture of a more active me in another day with you as I have a ‘full belly, and a do not disturb look', on my face right now, I am dreaming of lamb shanks, my new favourite dinner. Peridontal Disease in Dogs 03/04/2010
 Top 10 Dog Breeds Affected By Periodontal Disease To coincide with February's Pet Dental Month, new findings have been released which reveal the extent of dental problems in the dog population. Banfield's Applied Research and Knowledge (BARK) team has released new findings to help Pet owners maintain and improve the health of their dogs' teeth. Banfield's BARK team conducts ongoing research in the field of veterinary medicine based upon the data from the nearly 115,000 office visits to Banfield hospitals every week. The findings show that periodontal disease is the most common disorder affecting cats and dogs worldwide, and informal estimates put it's prevalence as high as 85%. Classified by the degree of deviation from healthy teeth and gums, the severity of dental disease is labeled by six stages, which is also supported by BARK findings. These stages range from mild plaque and gingivitis, to gingival recession and degradation of the periodontal ligament, to significant inflammation and loss of teeth. According to their latest findings, certain breeds are more predisposed to periodontal disease than others. The 10 breeds most predisposed to periodontal disease are as follows:
"All breeds need regular professional cleanings, but with regard to the top breeds at risk, professional dental cleanings and compliance with at-home care of the health of teeth and gums is especially crucial," said Jeffrey Klausner, DVM, MS, DACVIM, senior vice president and chief medical officer for Banfield. "Although dental disease can occur rapidly at any age, risk factors for developing periodontal disease in dogs can include increasing age, small breed size and neutering. Periodontal disease has also been associated with changes in a pets' kidneys, liver and cardiac functions - in short, unhealthy teeth can lead to an unhealthy pet in ways pet owners can't imagine." Banfield recommend that proper at-home preventive dental care should include feeding your pet a firm, kibbled food specially formulated to reduce tartar accumulation, use of specially-formulated hygiene chews and dental specific water additives. View the latest World Pet News every week at PetPeoplesPlace.com. Original Source: http://www.petpeoplesplace.com/resources/news/dogs/top-10-dog-breeds-affected-by-periodontal-disease.htm Beach Fun With A Dog. 02/27/2010
 Just sharing some pictures of other dogs we have enjoyed watching having fun with their owners at the beach. :-).     Freedom! 02/26/2010
Off the leash beach, at the end of Craydens Road, Phillip Island. 1 Dec till 30 April, 7am-10am and 5pm-8pm 1 May- 30 November, anytime.  Pure Bliss! 02/25/2010
 What more is there to say? |  Kathy, Reg and Indigo will be staying at the Grampians Gardens Tourist Park from Saturday 13th till Friday 20th March 2010. Click on image to view information about this lovely caravan park.
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