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Thursday, June 30, 2016

Puppies Attack!

All so hungry in a cramped cellar. Cute puppies. Manage to feed them some treats in between them terrorizing my hands.

Thursday, June 23, 2016

Volunteer Day: PAWS Animal Shelter, Remembering Pokie & Nook

I'm sorry... R.I.P. (CDV & CPV 19 June 2016).

Saturday, June 11, 2016

The KONG WOBBLER! For Korra & Leyna

That uber expensive toy I expect to help distract the girls from destroying. Of course, it is ONLY TO BE GIVEN WHEN NO ONE IS AROUND. It works like a rewarding terms when they distract themselves from distroying stuff at home.

I got this from the exhibition yesterday at MYR112.57. Normal retail price at MYR118. It comes with some free gifts. 😂

I hope this will work.

Volunteer Day: PAWS Animal Shelter, Remembering Fluff & Buff

They're the two beautiful puppies.. who deserve a better chance.. but it's just so unfortunate... (CPV 11 June 2016).

Friday, June 10, 2016

Volunteer Day: PAWS Animal Shelter With Poe

Last weekend, I went into the resricted area where all quarantined dogs are held and found Poe there. Poe is a lively little pup. I couldn't find Poe's record at the time.. I'm not sure Poe's gender. Nope, Poe is not ready for adoption yet.. I just want to show off my little friend here because.. Look at those smiles. Hahahaha! We notice them from far. Cutest pup in there.

From Poe's colour coat, we know that Poe is a mix.. but of what, we're not sure. Also, I think Poe is about 3 months old. Pretty sure those ears are going to stand up. Poe reminds us of Ray, the cute pup we saw and was immediately adopted upon release. Hopefully, Poe has the same luck as Ray once release.

Wednesday, May 25, 2016

Note: Canine Viral Disease Test Kit Procedures

I had the chance to run tests on quarantined dogs last weekend. There I learn the various ways to get the samples from dogs whom we suspect of the two famous viral disease: Canine Distemper Virus (CDV) and Canine Parvovirus (CPV)

Canine Distemper Virus (CDV ) Samples

From eyes and nose

Canine Parvovirus (CPV) Samples
From fecal discharge or directly from the dog's anus

Note: Parvovirus - Fecal Transplant

Canine Parvovirus (CPV)

A highly contagious viral disease that affect dogs, mostly puppies. The virus came in 2 forms. The common form, which known as intestinal form, is characterised by vomiting, diarrhoea, weight loss and loss of appetite. While the less common one is called cardiac form, attacks the heart muscles of young puppies. This often leads to death.

Symptoms

Severe Bloody Diarrhoea
Lethargy
Anorexia
Fever
Vomiting
Severe Weight Loss

Common CPV (Intestinal Form) Symptoms

Affects the body to absorb nutrients
Dehydration
Weakness from lack of protein and fluid absorption
Eyes may become noticeably red
Heart beats faster than usual
Abdominal pain and discomfort
Low body temperature (hypothermia)

Causes

Direct or indirect contact to infected dog's feces (fecal-oral route)
By objects that have come in contact with infected dog's feces
An evidence shown that the virus can live up to one year in the soil and are resistant to most cleaning products/ weather changes
Improper vaccination Protocol
Drug therapies that suppress the immune system

A friend of mine, who runs a rescue... is currently having a serious environment contamination. While seeing your beloved family crossing the rainbow bridge one after the other and the increasing vet bills when trying to save them but failure strikes in the end. It breaks your heart to not know of ways to save your pals without spending thousands of money. So, I went through a series of research... if there are any other ways as a last resort. Then I found this one very unlikely report about sick dog eating healthy dog poop and recovered from serious illness. It's unbelievable but I do think, it's worth trying. Here are some of my findings;

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Friday, May 20, 2016

Korra's Behaviour Update: Eating Slower than Usual

My bro took the liberty to train the girls to wait until green light.. 😀

So.. I was told that Korra is eating more slower than usual these days. I'm guessing teething? Her weight seems okay (Korra 8.7kg while Leyna is 10.1kg). Her activities has no changes as well. No fever. Hydration level okay. Checked her gums are quite healthy. In fact, her teeth seems more fully developed than Leyna. So, what is it that's slowing her down if it's not teething? Could it be she felt content knowing that she have her own happy share?

Monday, May 16, 2016

Volunteering Day: PAWS Animal Shelter with Some Pups

If you happened to stop by, dont forget to bring some puppy or kitten milk. Some of the kids there need them. I don't think the shelter has any.. so far, I only see food and water.

Sunday, May 15, 2016

Volunteering Day: PAWS Animal Shelter with Grover

Meet Grover! I've made the introduction on my Instagram earlier today. Well, we found Grover in the cellar next to Old Boy (Yes, Old Boy is still there). I'm not sure why Grover is in PAWS. He's a very sweet and calm boy. If you ask me.. Grover might not have any chances in that shelter.. because he is already 11 years old. Though he still acts like a puppy and still loves to run. In addition to that, most people only cares about adopting puppies rather than old dogs. I'd say.. old dogs are cool because they already know the basics of manners. Plus, Grover is healthy!

The Asshole said that.. Grover might have seen better days because of his playful and calm attitude. He said that because.. Grover got excited after his bath when he sees towel. It's like he's ready to play.. He immediately lay down when you wipe him.. he actually thought it's play time.

I don't know.. I just dont understand how people could just give up their companion or family. Your pets are family too.. it's the same when you got tired of your parents, you decide to put them in an old folks home but Grover has the opposite. This is not old folks home.. it's like you just send him to his death. If you're a good child, you won't even send your parents to old folks home. You would love them and care for them as much as they do when they investment in your growth. Having a pet is like being a parent. Only the best part is... pets are more chill than kids. Kids rebel.. pets are faithful.

Grover before we gave him his bath..

Grover is open for adoption. Grover is a small dog breed. With his chill and all.. he is the best pet companion you could have ever wished for. Adopt Grover.. I reckoned he won't have much time over there.

Sunday, April 17, 2016

Volunteering Day: Paws Animal Shelter with Kapten

Kapten's kennel cage is located just beside Blob's cage. I'm not really sure why are they isolated. Probably because these are the dogs they categorise as pedigree breeds. I'm not even sure what Kapten's breed.. What I know is that, Kapten is quite pretty. Maybe, he's one of those shepherd dog breeds. Maybe, his previous owner abandoned him and now he is here sitting in his kennel cage looking all miserable. Kapten is up for adoption too.. I hope he gets into a good family that will not abandon him.

Volunteering Day: Paws Animal Shelter with Blob

This is Blob. Blob is greedy. Blob is up for adoption too! Blob loves treats. If you don't have any... He wouldn't even bother with you. Have treats to make Blob happy.. Adopt Blob!

Volunteering Day: Paws Animal Shelter with Ray

I decided to volunteer at one of the animal shelter very near where I live in KL. The reason behind all this is because, I wanted to study veterinarian nurse and vet tech. So, I needed a place where I can work with animals. On day one, I was just planning to submit the volunteering form to the office.. But apparently I ended up staying and playing with some of the dogs. At the same time.. Fell in love with one particular puppy which we named Ray (sun Ray). Ray is a beautiful mongrel with the coat that looks almost like Leyna. She just went through an operation to remove her womb and are currently very much afraid of people. Ray still has her stitches on when we saw her that day. Here's Ray;

Ray was so scared... She was being very submissive. It makes you feel so bad, letting a pup go through spaying and neutering experience all because of our irresponsible attitude for not controlling our pets. Ray would stopped any movements with her tail in between her legs upon touching her.. but she is so sweet. We pray that she finds a good family once she is release from quarantine. Dogs in this shelter don't have much time. I really hope people understand the need to control breeding in dogs. Be it you decided to spay/ neuter or just leave them as they are without doing so.