NO ICE WATER FOR DOGS…PLEASE READ ASAP

This is not my dog nor situation but with all the attention this article has gotten and the impression that this information is False because of Snopes.com and other Veterinarians is not entirely True either. What they claim False is this particular story and the fact ice water or an ice cube in moderation is not an issue or an issue on relaxed, cooled dogs. But they do go onto state that the amount of any kind of water can cause an issue or vigorous drinking. 

I will put parts of the article in bold print to show that the dog wasn’t cooled down and before the ice in water was given, the dog had already drank the bucket of water and a bit later symptoms were noticed.

I will also add a link to how to treat a dog over heating. Within that part of the article.

Per AKC Canine Health Foundation comment down below, they had stated….

AKC Canine Health Foundation

We at the Canine Health Foundation have noticed a lot of internet activity involving this article alerting dog owners to the alleged dangers of giving ice or ice water to dogs. The exact cause of bloat is not understood and to date only risk factors have been identified. It is clear that large-breed and/or deep chested dogs are at higher risk, and it is consensus opinion that these anatomical features may predispose certain breeds to disease. Beyond anatomical features, genetics, feeding practices, exercise, gut motility and stress have been proposed to be associated with development of bloat, but definitive studies are lacking. There have been no studies involving ice or ice water. To better understand bloat, CHF launched a major initiative funding two research teams that aim to identify the underlying mechanisms of the disease.

What Every Dog Owner Needs to Know About Bloat, a free webinar: http://www.akcchf.org/news-events/multimedia/video/bloat.html

While adding an ice cube to the dog’s water is not by itself a risky situation, a mistake dog owners may be guilty of, is giving cold, icy water to dogs that are over heated or after extensive exercise. Dog owners may feel compelled to quickly cool their dog down and their first thought is often to give them access to cold, icy water. However, this is not the optimal approach.

Rather, it is preferable to offer small amounts of water that is cool, not cold, explains veterinarian William Grant in his Dog Heat Stroke Survival Guide . However, when dealing with a heatstroke case, cooling down the dog with cool water is the top priority, whereas hydration is the next.

So, is it good to give your dog ice water? The answer is that by itself, the practice is not harmful, but the outcome really depends on the circumstances for every individual dog. Per https://suite.io/adrienne-farricelli/61qq2q5

The letter below as follows in Italic:

I had received this some time ago but was just talking to someone about how not to allow ice cold water or ice cubes in the water in extreme heat/humidity like we’ve been having or an over hot dog after running when they are panting heavily. They had never heard of this. So with that I thought it would be a good idea to post this as a warning and precaution in hopes this will be valuable advice to someone.

CROSS POSTING OK

Hello Everyone,

I am writing this in hopes that some may learn from what I just went through. We were having a good weekend till Saturday. On Saturday I showed my Baran and left the ring. He was looking good and at the top of his game. He had a chance at no
less then one of the two AOM’s.

It did not work out that way. After showing we went back to our site/setup and got the dogs in their crates to cool off. After being back about 30 min. I noticed Baran was low on water. https://suite.io/adrienne-farricelli/61qq2q5  I took a hand full of ice from my cooler and put it in his bucket with more water. We then started to get all the dogs Ex’ed and food ready for them.

I had Baran in his 48″ crate in the van because this is the place he loves to be. He loves to be able to see everyone and everything. After checking him and thinking he was cooled off enough, we fed him. We walked around and one of my friends stated that Baran seamed like he was choking. I went over and checked on him. He was dry heaving and drooling. I got him out of the crate to check him over and noticed he had not eaten. He was in some distress. I checked him over from head to toe and did not notice anything. I walked him around for about a minute when I noticed that he was starting to bloat. I did everything I was taught to do in this case. I was not able to get him to burp, and we gave him Phasezime.

We rushed Baran to a vet clinic. We called ahead and let them know we were on our way. They were set up and waiting for us. They got Baran stabilized very quickly. After Baran was stable and out of distress we transported him to AVREC where he went into surgery to make sure no damage was done to any of his vital organs. I am very happy to say Baran is doing great, there was no damage to any vital organs, and he still loves his food.
In surgery the vet found that Baran’s stomach was in its normal anatomic position. We went over what had happened. When I told the vet about the ice water, he asked why I gave him ice water. I said that I have always done this. I told him my history behind this practice and his reply was, “I have been very lucky.” The ice water I gave Baran caused violent muscle spasms in his stomach which caused the bloating. Even though I figured his temperature was down enough to feed, and gave him this ice water, I was wrong. His internal temperature was still high. The vet stated that giving a dog ice to chew or ice water is a big NO, NO! There is no reason for a dog to have ice/ice water. Normal water at room temperature, or cooling with cold towels on the inner thigh, is the best way to help cool a dog.  http://goldenretrieverrescueofsouthernmaryland.org/2011/heat-stroke-in-dogs/comment-page-1/   The vet explained it to me like this: If you, as a person, fall into a frozen lake what happens to your muscles? They cramp. This is the same as a dog’s stomach.

I felt the need to share this with everyone, in the hopes that some may learn from what I went through, I do not wish this on anyone. Baran is home now doing fine. So please, if you do use ice and ice water, beware of what could happen.

Responsible dog owners understand the importance of making sure their canine companion always has fresh, clean water to drink. But what a surprising number of pet owners don’t realize is that it’s actually possible for a dog to ingest too much water.

Water intoxication, which results in life threatening hyponatremia (excessively low sodium levels), is a relatively rare but frequently fatal condition in dogs. At highest risk are dogs that enjoying playing in the water for long stretches. But believe it or not, even a lawn sprinkler or hose can pose a hazard for pets that love to snap at or “catch” spraying water. To learn more click following link http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2013/10/28/water-intoxification.aspx

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Grassroots Anti-Federal “PUPS” Bill Initiative….THE “PERFECT STORM” FOR AN HSUS “SNEAK ATTACK”

Dear friends,

I am suggesting that we urge all club members, forward to other clubs, including performance people, grooming shops, veterinarians and anyone else that has a vested interest in dogs, to contact their federal Congressmen/Senators, giving the reasons we are opposed to the recently introduced “PUPS” bill.  In addition to the information in Frank’s note, below, here is additional copy/paste material:  http://www.saova.org/PUPS.html.

Frank’s IRS initiative is ongoing; several congressmen have taken up the cause, personally asking the director of the IRS to investigate the HSUS;  now, Frank is asking us to ban together to stop this (HSUS) PUPS bill, which, contrary to another organization’s opinion that we should “let it be” (hoping it would die in committee) is definitely gaining momentum.

In addition, there is a huge strategic importance to the issuance of “public condemnation of substandard kennels” (see Frank’s note below).  I would like to see parent clubs join the list of organizations that have made such statements.  The more organizations that do this, the more fighting power we have against bills such as the PUPS bill.  Please have your clubs issue a statement, and note it on their public website.  If you will, send it to me, so I can make Frank aware.  He is going to use the sheer numbers in his “arguments” for future dialogs with various “powers”.

I know this is rather long, but each and every one of us MUST understand what is going on and what needs to be done; so I am providing you with the information;  all you need to do is copy, paste and SEND to your federal legislators.
PLEASE DO THIS, FOR THE SAKE OF OUR ANIMALS.

Written by Frank Losey:   PUPS – – THE “PERFECT STORM” FOR AN HSUS “SNEAK ATTACK”

Based on my 20 years of Lobbying Experience in Washington DC , I believe that the HSUS is methodically executing a “Behind-the-Scenes Strategy,” with the help of several Members of Congress, to ensure that the PUPS Bill is enacted this year for the following reasons:

1.       The number of co-sponsors of the PUPS Bill (H.R. 5434) in the House of Representatives continues to grow each week.   As of July 23, 2010 the number of sponsors and co-sponsors in the House of Representatives is 83.

2.       HSUS is “beating the drum,” behind the scenes, to Congressional Members and their respective  Staffs about the scathing USDA IG Report with regards to APHIS Inspection Procedures, and is citing that Report as a reason for House Congressional Members to co-sponsor the PUPS Bill.

3.       HSUS has ballyhooed the Animal Crush Video Bill (H.R 5566), which passed the House on July 21, 2010 by a vote of 416 to only three votes in opposition.  Significantly, nearly 300 House Members had co-sponsored this Bill.  That is why House Rules on voting for this Bill were suspended.  The horrific images used to gather Congressional support for this Animal Crush Video Bill will consciously and subliminally carry over in the minds of many Members of Congress and their respective staffs.

4. HSUS is masterful with its use of subliminal messages and resonating, horrific images that have framed the Public’s “misperceptions” about all breeders.

5.       HSUS has spent millions of dollars on advertising on the FOX Network.  These ads on FOX raise the following question:  Why would HSUS not run the same ads on other major networks, unless there was an ulterior motive? Unquestionably, HSUS is seeking donations as part of its “Factory Fundraising” efforts.  However, a secondary and major subliminal purpose of using the FOX Network is to reach out to conservative Republicans, who historically have not scored well on the HSUS Congressional Scorecard.  HSUS is politically streetwise and savvy, and it knows that Conservative Republicans are more apt to watch FOX, and “coincidentally” see the HSUS ads, which contain gut-wrenching” images of dogs and puppies.  This is done not only to try and gather support for more co-sponsors on the PUPS Bill, but more importantly, to reduce and mute opposition to the inevitable efforts of the HSUS to orchestrate a “Sneak Attack” amendment to a “Must Pass Bill,” such as an Appropriations Bill for funding the USDA.

6.       “Sneak Attacks” are by their very nature sneaky and designed to use the element of surprise to one’s advantage.  In short, you do not publicly tell your potential opposition of your plan of attack against responsible breeders until it is too late to stop the orchestrated “attack!!!!”

7. Why would the HSUS use a “Sneak Attack” for the PUPS Bill????????? In March of 2009, during a Workshop sponsored by the Georgetown Law School and the HSUS, Congressman Moran from VA, who was a Congressional Panelist at the Workshop, was asked the following question:  “Why is it so hard for us to amend the Animal Welfare Act, and how can we do it? His response was chilling, and the gist of what he said is as follows:  The best way to overcome opposition is to wait until the eleventh hour and add a late night, last minute amendment to a “Must Pass Bill,” such as an Appropriations Bill, so that there will be no time for opposition to kill the amendment. Significantly, Congressman Moran is on the Appropriations Committee!

8. I respectfully submit that the reason why HSUS recently has been eerily “silent” on the PUPS Bill, and has not been repeatedly and publicly urging its “11 Million Members” to contact their respective Members of Congress and ask them to support the PUPS Bill is because the HSUS is executing a “Sneak Attack” in the following sequence:

• Continue to work behind-the-scenes, and “under the radar” to gather co-sponsors for the PUPS Bill by following up with the nearly 300 U.S. Representatives who co-sponsored the Animal Crush Video Bill, and literally “take a license” with these unsuspecting Members of Congress by simply implying that their support is needed for the same reason as was their support for the Animal Crush Video Bill.
• HSUS will continue to “recruit” more Representatives to co-sponsor the PUPS Bill, and once the number crosses the 100 threshold, HSUS will employ the “herd mentality” approach to persuade more and more Representatives to jump on the bandwagon.  HSUS will claim that this will “protect those dogs and puppies that need your help.”
• When the USDA Appropriations Bill comes up for a vote, as Members of Congress are  scrambling to wrap up outstanding issues in a hurry so that they may return to their States and Districts to run for re-election, the PUPS Bill will be added, “at the last minute,” and the justification for “expediency” will be that since the PUPS Bill has well in excess of 100 co-sponsors, it “obviously” is not a controversial amendment, and it will become part of a “Must Pass Bill,” and there will be no time to mount opposition to it.

9. Why is this suggested “Sneak Attack” Scenario not only feasible, but likely, you ask?

• The Congressman who suggested a “Sneak Attack” Approach is Congressman Moran.
• Congressman Moran co-founded and is the Co-Chair of the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus in the House of Representatives.  This Caucus has 84 Members.
• The Website for the Congressional Animal Protection Caucus lists 40 different animal related Bills “currently under consideration by Congress.” Conspicuous by its absence is the PUPS Bill, which currently is being sponsored and co-sponsored by 83 Members of the House – – that is nearly 20% of the House of Representatives.  Could that “omission” be yet another tell-tale indication that a coordinated “Sneak Attack” is on-going, especially since Congressman Moran is the Co-Chair of this Caucus?!?!?!?!?!?
• Congressman Moran has introduced and sponsored Bills championed by the HSUS.
• Congressman Moran has been a featured speaker at HSUS Events.
• Congressman Moran is a Member of the House Appropriations Committee which will be considering the Appropriations Bill for the USDA.
• And in the Senate, which must also pass the Appropriations Bill for USDA, you have Senator Durbin, who could smooth the way for Senate passage of the PUPS Bill as an Amendment to the USDA Appropriations Bill in the Senate because:

o        Senator Durbin is in a Democrat Leadership Position in the Senate.

o        Senator Durbin introduced an identical version of the PUPS Bill in the Senate.

o        Senator Durbin is on the Senate Appropriations Committee.

• The HSUS Annual Lobbying Event in Washington DC (Taking Action for Animals) concluded on July 26, 2010 with a Major Lobby Day Campaign, which was totally scripted by the HSUS, and resulted in hundreds of HSUS supporters descending upon the U.S. Capitol to personally tell their respective Members of Congress to support every Bill that HSUS wishes to have Congress enact – – this includes the PUPS Bill!

For all of the reasons set out above, I believe the “Perfect Storm” exists for the HSUS to successfully orchestrate the enactment of the PUPS Bill.

WHAT CAN BE DONE?

Follow the HSUS Lobbying Play Book, and send E-Mails to your respective Members of Congress that politely ask that they suspend judgment and action on the PUPS Bill (H.R. 5434 and S. 3424) until the following questions are fully vetted in a Committee Hearing:

1.       Is the “perceived problem” and “need” for the PUPS Bill caused by the so-called internet sales “loophole,” or by simply an inability of APHIS to enforce existing laws and regulations?  In short, would the “perceived problem” and “need” be best addressed by more strictly enforcing the existing laws and regulations, rather than adding new laws and regulations onto the existing laws and regulations that may not have been strictly enforced?

2.       Is it the intent of Congress to mandate that if someone has as few as one intact female dog that is capable of being used for breeding, then that person may be subject to the expanded coverage of the PUPS Bill?

3.       Is it appropriate for Congress to define a four-month-old puppy to be an adult dog?

4.       Would the existing language in the PUPS Bill have the unintended consequence of dramatically reducing the number of available dogs that are specifically bred and trained for use by special needs organizations that support the handicapped and the blind?

5.       Would the existing language in the PUPS Bill have the unintended consequence of dramatically reducing the number of available dogs that that are specifically bred and trained for use by law enforcement throughout the U.S. , the Department of Homeland Security, and the Department of Defense, such as bomb sniffing dogs?

6.       Why has the Humane Society of the U.S. , for the last three years, repeatedly refused to tell the American Public and the U.S. Congress that major Pet Breeder Organizations in 10 States have publicly condemned substandard kennels?  Significantly, over 85% of all Federally licensed and inspected kennels are located in those 10 States.

• If you live in Arkansas , Colorado , Indiana , Iowa , Kansas , Missouri , Ohio , Oklahoma , Pennsylvania or South Dakota , you may wish to add the following sentence.  “Our State is one of the 10 States.”

If enough breeders send E-Mails to their respective Members of Congress, such a collective effort may derail and stop the HSUS PUPS Bill Freight Train that is picking up steam.  Lets mimic the IRS effort and bombard Congress with another 5K letters!!!!  THANK YOU

Frank Losey

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Somewhere in Time..Go Beyond Boundaries walking the ‘Lain’ of History (via Wendt Worth Corgi’s Weblog)

Misty Ridges Wendt Worth Honey Lark "Sian": 1 Reserve Winners, 2 Winners and 2 BOS.  Her pedigree is exceptional including 10 ROMX, 5 ROM w/ #1 All Time Top Ten Sire, # 4 Time Top Ten Sire & #8 All Time Top Ten Dam CH Larklain Rogers Magic Marker "Marker": His pedigree is stunning, with Honeyfox, Cinonnie, Magnum of Vennwoods and of course, Larklain featured prominently. "Marker" is from one of the very last litters bred by Carol together wit … Read More

via Wendt Worth Corgi's Weblog

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Two Litters That Are A Joint Venture

RedFox Kennels and Cefin Corgis

Micki

Crusher

We are also expecting a litter out of Misty Ridge Spot of Gold “Micki” and Misty Ridge Ruff N Rowdy at Red Fox “Crusher”

Micki has amazing structure and comes from an exceptional pedigree.

Crusher has had limited showing however his second time out has taken BOW both days.  He is also by the famous BISS BIS Ch Triple H Mid Knight Rumble “Rowdy”

Rowdy was #1 in AKC Breed and All Breed in 2006.  He went BOB at Westminster in 2007.  Eukanuba BOB 2006 & 2006, and in 2007 also took a Herding Group 3 at Eukanuba.  He was also a Specialty BOB winner at the Palmetto Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club & Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of the Rockies.

Again these two have an outstanding pedigree.

Crusher: 11 ROMX, 5 ROM w/ #1 All Time Top Ten Sire & 4 All Time Top Ten Sire

Micki:10 ROMX, 5 ROM w/ #1 All Time Top Ten Sire, # 4 Time Top Ten Sire & #8 All Time Top Ten Dam

Please click here to view pedigrees

If you are interested in a puppy please click here to contact Cefin Corgis

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We
are also expecting a litter out of Misty Ridge Spot of Gold “Micki” and
Misty Ridge Ruff N Rowdy at Red Fox “Crusher”

Micki has amazing
structure and comes from an exceptional pedigree.

Crusher has had limited
showing however his second time out has taken BOW both days.  He is also
by the famous BISS BIS Ch Triple H Mid Knight Rumble “Rowdy”

Rowdy was #1 in AKC Breed
and All Breed in 2006.  He went BOB at Westminster in 2007.  Eukanuba
BOB 2006 & 2006, and in 2007 also took a Herding Group 3 at
Eukanuba.  He was also a Specialty BOB winner at the Palmetto Pembroke
Welsh Corgi Club & Pembroke Welsh Corgi Club of the Rockies.

Again these two have an
outstanding pedigree.

Crusher: 11 ROMX, 5 ROM w/
#1 All Time Top Ten Sire & 4 All Time Top Ten Sire

Micki:10
ROMX, 5 ROM w/ #1 All Time Top Ten Sire, # 4 Time Top Ten Sire & #8
All Time Top Ten Dam

Please
click here to view pedigrees

If you are interested in a puppy please click here to contact Cefin Corgis

We are expecting a
litter out of Redfox & Misty Ridge Nautical But Nice “Flirt” and by
Ch Misty Ridge Sammys Honey Gramm “Rufus” at the end of July 2010.Flirt has nine points and one major along
with a puppy Herding Group 1, three BOS and a BOW.

Both have an outstanding pedigree, between
them:

Rufus: 10 ROMX, 5 ROM w/ #1
All Time Top Ten Sire, # 4 Time Top Ten Sire & #8 All Time Top Ten
Dam

Flirt:
4 ROMX, 3 ROM w/ #8 All Time Top Ten Dam

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Somewhere in Time..Go Beyond Boundaries walking the ‘Lain’ of History

Misty Ridges Wendt Worth Honey Lark “Sian”: 1 Reserve Winners, 2 Winners and 2 BOS.  Her pedigree is exceptional including 10 ROMX, 5 ROM w/ #1 All Time Top Ten Sire, # 4 Time Top Ten Sire & #8 All Time Top Ten Dam

CH Larklain Rogers Magic Marker “Marker”: His pedigree is stunning, with Honeyfox, Cinonnie, Magnum of Vennwoods and of course, Larklain featured prominently. “Marker” is from one of the very last litters bred by Carol together with her mother Elaine Erganbright.

The Larklain kennel name is a chunk of PWC history, started many years ago by the noted breeder Elaine Erganbright, who bred over 200 champion Pembroke Welsh Corgis. She established a line that was noted for its superb temperament and willing disposition as well as conformation that won time and again. Even after her passing, Elaine is still today one of the top Corgi breeders in the USA. He finished his championship in 2003 with 18 points and 2 majors.  

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Two Major Pet Food Recalls announced July 2, 2010..including Supplements!!

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/blogs/pets/detail?entry_id=67302&tsp=1

Two major pet food recalls were announced on Friday, July 2 involving
Merrick Beef Filet Squares made by Merrick Pet Care and a variety of
nutritional supplements made by the United Pet Group and sold under
the Nature’s Miracle, Excel, Petco, DDS, Drs. Foster & Smith and
Pro-Pet brands:

1. Merrick Pet Care, Inc. of Amarillo, Texas is recalling 86 cases of
its 10-ounce “Beef Filet Squares for Dogs” pet treats (marked “Item
#60016 Lot #10084TL7 Best by March 24, 2012”) because they have the
potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Pet owners who touch the
treats can become infected with Salmonella if they have not thoroughly
washed their hands or all surfaces exposed to this product immediately
afterward. If you have purchased “Beef Filet Squares for Dogs,” you
are urged to seal the unused portion in a bag or other receptacle and
return it to the place of purchase for a full refund. More details
about the recall can be found here. If you have additional questions,
you may call the company directly Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
CST at at 1-800-664-7387.

2. United Pet Group has recalled a number of nutritional supplements
for dogs and powdered-form products for dogs and cats after laboratory
testing revealed that some lots of some of these products may be
contaminated with Salmonella. These products are sold under a variety
of different names, including Nature’s Miracle, Excel, Pro-Pet, Petco,
DDS and Drs. Foster & Smith, with expiration dates between 01/2013 and
06/2013. Products with expiration dates earlier than 01/2013 or later
than 06/2013 are not included in this recall. (The expiration date can
be found imprinted vertically on the right side of the product label.)
For a complete list of the affected pet products, click here.

Pets with Salmonella infections may become lethargic and exhibit
diarrhea, fever and vomiting. Some animals will have only decreased
appetite, fever and abdominal pain. It’s important to note that
infected but otherwise outwardly healthy pets can be carriers and
infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed any amount of
the recalled products and has these symptoms, please contact your
veterinarian immediately.

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