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He is not a pet. He is a baby. amusement; they have feelings, they are very loyal
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Pets are not pets. In this day and age, they are not pet adoption from the animal shelters.
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pet parents learn the best ways to train their dogs. In Ask The Vet, resident Bow & Joy Ann Cardeño
Wow veterinarians shed light on questions asked by our readers. In Pet Parent Profile, circulation manager
popular celebrity Joey Mead tells us the joys of pet parenting. Of course, we have
great articles to help you raise your babies best, including a feature on top mistakes Tennie Hung
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only be given as a reward for good behaviour or after performing
Parenting a pet is a major commitment that should never be a trick. Lastly, a simple solution would be to feed all-natural food
decided on a mere whim. Far too many people get caught into that does not contain any bulk-fillers, such as Merrick or Natural
the trap of being blinded by cuteness at a pet store or breeder, Balance. Pets are proven to eat less natural food than commercial
or being overcome by pity at an animal shelter. Before buying variants because nutrient-dense foods help pets feel more satiated
or adopting a pet, several factors must be considered, such as: and let them consume only what they need to maintain healthy
needs of the pet versus the lifestyle of the family, breed-specific energy levels and normal bodily functions.
behaviour, health care, time and financial commitment, among
others. Doing the research (and math!) before making the big No Exercise or Play Time
decision to become a pet parent will give both you and your
pet a lifetime of happiness. Yes, admittedly most of us humans are lazy couch potatoes who
would rather laze around doing nothing, but that doesn’t mean we
Overfeeding should drag our dogs and cats into our lazy habits! As pet parents,
it is our responsibility to keep our babies healthy, so regular exercise
An enthusiastic wag of the tail, a hungry-looking flick of the and stimulating activities goes without saying. As a general rule,
tongue, and irresistible puppy-kitty eyes are all it takes to get our dogs should get at least 15 to 20 minutes of exercise daily, and cats
hearts to melt and reach for a treat, or worse, human snacks for should get at least two 10-minute play times each day.
our dogs and cats. Another common problem is worrying that
our pets might still be hungry or that they haven’t eaten the The optimal amount of exercise will vary depending on breed,
recommended amount of food indicated on the feeding guide size, age, and energy levels. Best to check with your veterinarian to
of the pet food. determine exactly how much exercise your breed requires. If, like
me, you have an indoor dog and are hesitant to bring your baby
Despite our good parent intentions, too much food or snacks outdoors daily due to harmful pests and potential environment
is detrimental to our baby’s health and well-being in the long run. hazards, a quick fix would be to have adequate play time inside the
Overfeeding results to weight gain and obesity, and eventually house, such as an engaging game of fetch or running up and down
leads to other more serious health concerns such as diabetes, the stairs. For cats, plenty of stimulating toys should do the trick.
digestive disorders, organ failure, musculoskeletal problems such Most behavioural trainers stress on the importance of adequate
as back ailments or hip dysplasia, breathing difficulties, and more. exercise to release energy levels, fight boredom, and provide mental
Most pets are food driven and will eat just about anything even stimulation,ultimatelypreventingthemfromdevelopingbehavioural
if they are not hungry, so they usually won’t stop eating until we problems such as chewing, aggression, separation anxiety, and
stop feeding them. Also, feeding guides on dog food are more more.
often than not overstated.
Lack of Training & Discipline
The solution? First, take your baby to the vet for a weight
assessment. If overweight, immediately ask your vet to As much as we love our pets and want to give the world to
recommend a weight loss program, cut back on meal portions, them, our role as pet parents is to make sure they grow up to
increase exercise, and feed light snacks or special “diet” variants be disciplined and well-mannered members of society. A spoiled
for obese dogs such as those available in Bow & Wow. If not child is not a pretty sight, and neither is a spoiled pet! Pets don’t
overweight, strive to maintain the weight by feeding only the right know human etiquette, so it’s up to pet parents to espouse proper
amount of food. Never over-snack them, and ideally treats should petiquette.
No one wants to see a misbehaving dog who begs constantly, and other dogs. One of the cardinal sins most pet owners make
barks uncontrollably, shows aggression, or refuses to socialize with is neglecting their dogs for too long, eventually distressing and
people and other pets. Neither does anyone want to see a cat depressing them due to lack of interaction. Humans like us may be
who doesn’t know how to keep off the counter, practices bad pressed with work and social engagements, but that’s absolutely
litterbox habits, or is hostile toward humans. no excuse to leave our pets behind! Ideally, a caretaker should
be present with the pet throughout the day; it is never advisable
For our furry babies, consistency is key. Training and discipline to leave a pet in the house alone for hours on end (four hours
is an ongoing and permanent process, so it must be established alone is the absolute maximum limit). Alone time only leads to
constantly without fail. Never confuse your baby by prohibiting destructive behaviour and anxiety issues, or worse, kidney or
him to do something one day and allowing him to do the opposite bladder problems due to housetrained pets not being able to
the next day. Moreover, have a routine – and stick to it! This is relieve themselves while the pet parent is away.
especially true when it comes to eating, drinking, sleeping, exercise,
and toilet breaks. Clear routines and setting boundaries work Neglecting to socialize your baby, especially at an early age,
well especially for dogs because it alleviates their stress as they can make normal activities such as walking or visits to the vet a
become accustomed to certain activities, and also helps the pet living nightmare. A dog not used to being around other people
parent quickly spot illnesses or problems when routines change or pets tends to become very protective or territorial, and worse,
suddenly. Last, but not the least, never ever punish your pet or aggressive. On weekends, try to take your pet out as much as
use aversion to correct bad behaviour when disciplining, as this possible, even for simple errands. The exposure to other humans
ultimately damages their spirit and your relationship with them. and other pets will do your baby a great deal of good, making for
(Formoreinformationonpropertraining,readElsieAraneta’scolumn, a more satisfied and sociable pet. Plus, the car ride or brisk walk
Canine Conversations, on Page 20.) will definitely be the highlight of your baby’s day!
They might be tiny, but they’re tough, hardy, and persistent. If 2. Supplements
you share your life with a dog or cat, fleas and ticks are often
a fact of life especially during the warm weather months. In The great thing about flea and tick repelling
worst case scenarios, they can make your furry baby wretched, supplements is that they’re also good for overall
causing intense itching and inflammation, anemia and lowered health. Salmon, cod liver, or flaxseed oils are full of
immunity, or worse, dreaded illnesses such as ehrlichiosis and essential fatty acids that promote healthy hair and
Lyme disease. skin. Try the supplements from Iceland Pure for a
healthy boost of Omega-3 from fish oils. Another
But as resilient as fleas and ticks are, you don’t have to put good alternative to help build immunity is the Yeast
up with them, or resort to fumigating your pet and home with & Garlic supplement from PetGuard.
toxicchemicals.Implementingaholistically-designedprevention
and control program is the best way to go, and the following 3. Grooming
suggestions can help your baby get through flea free.
Frequently brushing your
dog or cat removes the dead
Start with prevention hair, mats, and tangles that
provideaperfecthidingplace
Don’t wait till fleas and ticks make their appearance before for fleas and ticks. Ideally,
doing something about them. Taking preventive steps help your your pet should be brushed
dog or cat repel any fleas or ticks, and greatly minimize the daily. Invest in a flea comb: this fine-toothed grooming tool is
chances of an infestation. The two keys to prevention are a designed to snag adult fleas, such as the JW grip soft flea comb. Be
healthy immune system and good hygiene. sure to get the comb as close to the skin as possible and pay special
attention to areas where fleas and ticks congregate: under the legs,
1. Diet around the head and tail, and the belly area.
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Make Fleas Flee!
pet care
3. The Root of the Matter - Learn the causes for dog humping.
Keep in mind that dog humping and mounting is not always sexual
in nature but can also be a way for them to display dominance or
admiration. Other times, humping may have nothing to do with
sex or dominance, but rather it may simply be a form of play. Dogs
aged 6 months to 2 years are the ones most likely to hump. If
they get into the humping habit at that age, it will be much harder
to break later on.
Pampering your pets begins by One of the best ways to ensure your pets are healthy is by
providingthemoptimalhealthand giving them the shots and all anti-parasitics (including anti-worms,
medical attention. Your vet should anti-ticks, anti-fleas, etc.) they need as they grow up, pretty much
be able to give you information on similar to those given to human babies. A lot of diseases can be
what vaccines to give and when to prevented by giving these prophylactic medicines.
give them, what to feed your pet,
how to groom them, and what A doctor from our practice came back to work today bearing
medicines to give to prevent, or bad news – one of her dogs died due to complications after
if affected, how to treat certain contracting blood infection from ticks. Her pets, some months
diseases. ago, had a bout of tick infestation. She lost a lot of blood, was
very weak, and eventually passed away.
There are two general ways of approaching the health of your
beloved pets, either by conventional or alternative means. The This incident is just one of the many that have recently been on
Conventional type is the more“scientific”approach to it – man being the rise due to a type of rickettsia called Ehrlichia that causes blood
able to create or invent medicines and protocols that would help destruction. Ehrlichia is transferred from one dog to another by
prevent, control, or treat disease conditions. The Alternative type ticks. Where there is severe tick infestation, Ehrlichiosis, or blood
is more reliant on the naturally-sourced medicines and therapy. parasitism, can occur.
In both ways, the correct diagnosis of a condition is important.
Either way works, more so when combined, the important factor Caring for your pets is essentially the same as you would for
being that it should put off or alleviate pain and suffering of your yourself and your family – make available a nurturing home, all-
pets. natural food and lots of love and affection. Provide them also a
good veterinarian who would give them the complete medical
When a pet is sick, one of the best ways to ensure that they attention they need, and guide you as pet parents the facts you
recover fast and well is to allow the owners to spend time with need to know so your pets can live a full life.
them even, or more appropriately, especially when they are cage-
confined in a hospital where IV lines need to be attached, or That is pampering at its best.
injectable medicines are to be given. A few minutes of TLC will
go a long way. Your pet will not feel abandoned, and the owner’s
presence can give them assurance that they are well taken care of.
Besides, having an owner visit their confined pet regularly allows
the vet to assess the responses of the patient in their presence.
Having the owners around can also provide the attending vet
tips that, despite how quirky or simple they may be, will allow the
vet to see if the patient is becoming his or her old self again. These
are usually the time and where exactly their pets poo or pee, the
type of food or treats they like or the manner which they like to
be approached or touched or carried.
Dr. Lester with one of his babies, Patch ( a 7-year old Shih Tzu)
Ask the et
By: Ma. Mylene L. Maranan, DVM
Bow & Wow resident Veterinarian
Our competent resident veterinarians and pet consultants shed Q: How can I get rid of the nasty smell on
light on various topics about pet parenting. Send in your questions my dog’s coat?
toinfo@bowandwow.com.phorpostaquestiononwww.bowandwow.
A:
com.ph and they’ll be more than happy to answer you! The problem might be in the type of shampoo used.
We recommend shampoos containing orange peel
Q: How can I boost my pet’s immune system? since this de-greases the coat to remove dirt and grime
as well as alleviate the stench. Shampoos containing
A:
The key to having a healthy pet is to have a healthy pet rosemary essences also work well as this herb is a proven natural
from the inside out. Always ensure that you provide deodorizer. Try Earthbath Orange Peel or Buddy Wash Lavender
your baby with all the things that would ensure that & Mint shampoos.
they are healthy – food, water, shelter, activity and play, proper
veterinary care, and lots of love. Good quality all-natural food Another reason for the nasty smell might be coat and skin
is best for your baby. Food high in protein is a good source of related problems. This can be remedied by altering the diet. Some
the needed amino acid building block for antibody production. pet food contains the ingredient, yucca shidigera, which can help
Antibodies fight the harmful elements that make a pet weak and improve the coat as well as the smell of the pet’s droppings. Some
sick. The added vitamins and minerals in food also improve the products we can suggest are Merrick and Canidae dry kibbles.
function of the anti bodies in the body. Our premium pet food Remember to introduce new food slowly into the existing diet as
brands in Bow & Wow are all carefully selected to ensure that it abrupt changes can cause digestive upsets. If the condition does
is the best possible food you can feed your baby. not improve after altering the grooming products and diet, we
recommend that you seek veterinary advice.
If owners are not sure of the quality of food they are buying for
their pets, or if the pet is a picky or small eater, supplementation Bow & Wow recommends Vets In Practice Animal Hospital for the best veterinary care
is necessary to balance out the nutrients lacking in the food they and services. For inquiries and appointments, contact them at (02) 531-1581.
eat. Supplements especially designed for pets are best as they have
been formulated to meet the requirements needed by the pet.
Pet parents should follow the suggested amount on the labels and
adjust according to the age, activity level, and reproductive stage
the pets are in at the moment they are giving the supplements.
We have a great range of supplements available in the store.
for large breed puppies. Protein content that is too high could lead
to the puppies growing too quickly for their bones to support, so
we will wait until she is about a year old to start her on Taste of
the Wild. Merrick’s puppy food comes in a nice re-sealable bag
so it’s really convenient. Plus, it’s so great because when water is
added to the Merrick kibble, it turns into a savory gravy sauce
blend Txacoli absolutely loves.
Besides all-natural food, we also get a few other things for them
from Bow & Wow:
Earth Bath Ear Wipes come in handy for regular ear cleaning.
Cross Over:
Adding Fun and Kindness to Canine Training
By: Elsie Louise Pfleider Araneta
Director, PAWS Animal Behavioral Training Program
Here’s a heads up. You are your dog’s primary educator, even if at
some point you feel you may need professional guidance. I strongly
recommend dog-friendly and rewards-based training methods.
They are effective, humane, and loads of fun for you and your dog.
You might fumble but you can laugh about it and no one gets hurt.
If patience is a virtue you have been praying for, you will certainly
learn it this way and the good Lord’s pay off through your dog will
be amazing!
Elsie is photographed with Sheba Braheheart Aspin of Owls Perch, who was adopted
from the PAWS Shelter when she was a 10-week old puppy. Sheba is now 1 year & Traditional Institutions
6 months old.
Professional help is good if you find the right one. Many of us
The Modern Dog Owner who sought it have walked the path of trial and error. A dear friend
wanted her pretty aspin to be educated and well mannered. So she
As modern conscientious owners we bring our dogs to the called in the local trainer. To her horror, he started jerking Papi around
vet, groom them, choose their food carefully, and make sure they on a choke chain and at one point slammed the gate on the poor
always have clean water. We play with them and make them part creature’s head. The trainer was immediately thrown out. All he
of the family. A growing number of us want our dogs to receive an could say was, “that’s how we teach them who is boss.” Thankfully,
education and we ask, “What kind of education do I want for my a year later Papi is still running circles around her St. Bernard sister.
dog? What is my role in the process?” As with children, basic canine
manners and politeness are first taught at home. I too hired such a trainer almost 20 years ago. He would arrive on
a noisy motorbike and take my Boomer Beagle around the corner
My Dog Knows ... for an hour. He insisted he had to do this himself. Six weeks later
he loudly announced, “He’ll sit when you say sit. And if he doesn’t,
Dogs learn, whether actively trained or not. Some of their learnings you yank his choke chain like so and push his backside down.”I was
will be acceptable and useful. My dogs associate rustling plastic with aghast at my own damn stupidity. We were supposed to be having
the magical emergence of food. We use this to gather them up fun together. The misery written all over Boomer was not part
quickly without force or intimidation. Sometimes dogs inadvertently of the deal. No wonder he was aggressive towards the trainer. He
learnthingswecanfindbothersome.Myyoungestlikestoscufflewith knew the man was a threat to his life. Till the day he died, Boomer
the other dogs after dinner, like a child fighting sleep. I usually find it would bark and rage every time he heard a motorbike. How could I
amusing and have allowed it in my bedroom. After one particularly have allowed my darling Boomer Beagle to go through that? Because
difficult day at work though I wish I never had. I was about to throw back then I knew no better.
a fit when I realized she was just doing what I had always said was
acceptable. The next day I had to start teaching them to settle on A colleague from work decided on a more upscale alternative, a
cue. board and train school. He was asked to drop off his young golden
retriever, Beauty, for a fairly expensive four-week camp. “Sir, no
There is a more organized approach, of course. You can list what peeking. You’ll see how well trained she is at graduation.”After they
you want your dog to know and do, and what you do not want her got her back he swore he would never do it again. Something about
to do. For example, “I want my dog to jump for the Frisbee when I her lovely spirit had been broken in those four weeks.
throw it. But I do not want her to jump on my guests.” How many
on your list align with reality? That gives you a rough idea of where The Alternatives
to begin your dog’s education, and what to aim for. Now that you
know what your own expectations are, you should give your dog This is not say all special tutors, home schooling, or boarding
enough information about them, and sufficient motivation to live schools are sure paths to dog hell. The key is to know what methods
happily according to those expectations.
the trainers use, and to be comfortable with them1. Some veterinary to the fruit and cheese board. That is negative punishment where
clinics and pet hotels2 offer training programs. Ask about their absence of delight results in no more java brownies. I used it to
methods. extinguish Sheba’s jumping for my mouth to greet me. Whenever
she did it, I simply straightened up, went still, and looked away from
The Science of Dog Training her. As soon as she sat, I began petting her again. Two weeks later
we were still very excited to greet each other but the behavior of
In the early 1900s, Ivan Pavlov proved that dogs can associate the jumping at my mouth had disappeared. I did not have to hurt her.
ringing of a bell with the appearance of food. They would eventually No knees punches to her chest, no pinching of the paws, no scruff
drool when the bell rang, whether food appeared or not. That is shakes. Just a simple, clean withdrawal of attention.
classical conditioning. It happened when my dogs equated rustling
plastic with food. It happened when Boomer equated the trainer Thepotentiallymostunfairtypeofoperantconditioningisnegative
and the sound of motorbikes with pain. Boomer feared pain, and his reinforcement.Imagineyourselfstillinthirdgrade.Yourteacherwants
response was aggression directed towards the source of his pain - the you to recite the multiplication tables very fast. What if she uses
trainer and motorbike sounds. That is why we should avoid inflicting the human equivalent of the traditional aversive“yank and release”
fear and pain on our dogs. We do not want to be our dog’s bogey method but this time using the “hand-on-hot-stove” technique? It
man and have his aggression turned on us. You can train your dog would be pretty horrible. By the third try you will be spitting out
to associate two completely unrelated things and thereby elicit a those tables so fast she would not even have time to lay her hands
behavior. It is up to you to creatively select the associations so that on you. You will almost certainly learn the required behavior, but at
your dog learns happily, and without fear or pain. what cost?
Some years after Pavlov’s experiments, B. F. Skinner proved that I would avoid using aversives. It can potentially damage or
mammals learn from the consequences of their acts. They repeat traumatize the animal, as it did Boomer. Under no circumstance
behavior that is rewarded, and avoid what is punished. That is operant should any of the following be used - inflicting pain or fear,
conditioning. I used one type to teach Sheba to run up and down asphyxiation,“hanging”or “helicoptering,”or inappropriate restraint
the seesaw. I can now say “teeter” and she will run up the 12-inch like prolonged social isolation prior to training3. The way a dog is
wide 10-foot long plank, tip it over with a bang, run down, and settle trained affects not only his obedience skills, but the way he reacts to
at the end. How did I teach her to love it so much it has become a things. It will definitely affect his relationship with you and the rest of
prize for doing other things? Rewards!! Positive reinforcement!! Every the world. Choose wisely. Opt for training with your brain, creatively,
step of the way she was allowed to take her time, kindly encouraged kindly, and with fun.
to take another step, and grandly rewarded for every advance. At
the end, she got a nice juicy piece of chicken liver. I never forced
her. I never let her get hurt. Can you imagine the amount of trust
that was built up in the process? Now she does it even without the
treat, and just for the fun of it. For me, it was pure joy to train her
with my brain and heart.
1 For guidance on choosing trainers visit Association of Pet DogTrainers, Australia at - http://www.apdt.com.au/trainers-directory/choosing-a-trainer.html. I would only add that whatever institution you go to,
you should be training your dog. A good trainer will teach you how to do it.
2 VIP Pet Hotel, #63 Maysilo Circle, Mandaluyong City and Bow and Wow Pet Shop, Greenbelt 5, Makati City.
3 Taken from “Professional Standards for Dog Trainers: Effective, Humane Principles.” Delta Society. 2001. p. 36.
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pet health
causes include obstruction in the windpipe, bronchitis, pneumonia, auditory (sound), visual (sight), or tactile (touch) stimuli. Lethargy
heartworm disease, lung tumors, heart failure, and kennel cough. of more than a day’s duration should not be ignored, and should
Never ignore a dog or cat that is coughing, panting more than be addressed, especially if it persists.
normal, fatigues easily or suddenly has loud or noisy breathing.
Jaundice
Bloody Urine, Vomit, or Diarrhea
Jaundice describes the yellow color taken on by the tissues
Any of these should be evaluated by your veterinarian as soon throughout the body due to elevated levels of bilirubin, a substance
as possible. Some may be the result of minor ailments, while that comes from the breakdown of red blood cells. Regardless of
others could be severe or even life threatening. Hematuria is the the numerous causes, jaundice is considered abnormal and serious
presence of red blood cells in the urine, due to several possible in dogs and cats.
causes including bacterial infections, cancer, and stones in the
urinary tract. Bloody vomit or diarrhea usually signals infections Pale Gums
such as bleeding ulcers, intestinal parasites, foreign objects, and
more. Pale gums or mucous membranes can indicate blood loss or
“shock”. The possible causes for either blood loss or shock are
Seizure, Collapsing, or Fainting life-threatening and thus should be evaluated immediately.
Red Eye
A “red eye” is a non-specific sign of inflammation or infection.
It may be seen with several different diseases including those
involving different parts of the eye. It may also occur with
inflammation of the structures inside the eye, with glaucoma (high
pressure within the eye) or with certain diseases of the eye socket.
Either one or both eyes can become red, depending upon the
cause of the problem. Some of the possible causes can be serious
and ultimately cause blindness.
Lethargy or Weakness Important Disclaimer: If your baby is showing any signs of distress or any of the
symptoms mentioned above, SEEK VETERINARY ATTENTION immediately!
Lethargy is a state of drowsiness, inactivity, or indifference in Bow & Wow recommends Vets In Practice Animal Hospital for the best veterinary care and services.
which there are delayed responses to external stimuli such as For inquiries and appointments, contact them at (02) 531-1581.
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pet parent profile
Noah is our brown sugar Prince and is now ‘Kuya” to Halle our
mini poodle, Felix & Shadow our adopted native cats, and Betty
our grey and white bunny of joy. That’s not all! My boyfriend
operates a mini aquaponic aquarium in our guest room and we
also have in the back of our home a pair of unmatched lovebirds.
Unmatched for both are different classes but have found love,
proving it doesn’t matter what color or class breed you are. Love
prevails.