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Purebred pros

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More predictable

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Purebred cons

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More genetic issues

More $ to maintain

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Mutt pros

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Often healthier
Cost less
Readily available

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Mutt cons

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Less predictable (appearance and personality)

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How many recognized breeds

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170 breeds recognized by CKC (Canadian Kennel Club)
And
AKC (American Kennel Club)

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Designer breeds

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Deliberate crosses
Not bred long enough to truly be predictable
Ex: Labradoodle , Golden Doodle

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7 groups of dogs recognized by the AKC/CKC

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1) herding
2) hounds
3) sporting
4) terriers
5) toy breeds
6) working dogs
7) non sporting

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Herding

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Like to herd, high energy, loyal

Ex: border collies, shepards (German)

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Hounds

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Used for hunting, good sense of smell, vocal, smart

Ex: blood hound, grey hound, Basset Hound

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Sporting dogs

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Active, playful, intelligent

Retrievers (golden, labs), spaniels

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Terriers

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Smart/stubborn, high energy, bred for hunting vermin

Jack Russel , west highland white, cairn terrier

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Toy breeds

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Small, vocal, fragile

King Charles spaniel, chihuahua, shih tzu

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Working dogs

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High activity, often need space, bred to have a job

Saint Bernard, Newfoundland, great Danes

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Non sporting

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Hard to categorize, not many similarities

Dalmatian, American Eskimo, chow chow

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Choosing a dog - what resources are available to owners

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1) CKC/AKC websites (purebred info, breeders, dog care)
2) websites
3) veterinarian
4) breeders
Make sure comfortable with contract
Research good breeders
Registered with CKC?
Knowledgable
Do they interview you
Genetic screening
5) Calgary humane society
6) pet stores

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Importance of booking a veterinary consult before buying a puppy

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Discuss getting a pet, what to get, from where?

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Human-pet bond

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In general, a great thing
Good company
Keeps owners active, engaged
Keeps people independent for longer

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If human - animal bind excessive

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Dog too bonded - seperation anxiety

Owner too bonded - can become unable to function if pet sick/dies

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Dog travelling restraint

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Car? Seat belt? Carrier strapped in?

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Travelling in air plane

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Approved carrier
Get pet sized to carrier / restrained before long trip
No sedation allowed?

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Motion sickness

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See drooling, vomit, anxiety

Anti-emetics

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Desensitization with travelling

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Get used to car, short rides

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Anxiety

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Desensitization + counter conditioning 
Get used to car rides first; give treats, toys 
Pheromone spray (DAP) 
Thundershirt 
Calming agents (zylkene, rescue remedy) 
If really bad: sedatives/tranquilizers
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Travel

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Geographical diseases 
Certain infections in some areas 
Vaccinations (leptospirosis,Lyme) 
Deworming (hw prevention ) 
Ask vet
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International
``` Check country regulations Need IhC (international health certificate) Passports? Special vaccines? Deworming? ```
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Hotels
Pet friendly? Any special requirements? Can't leave pet alone? Need crate?
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What to do when you lose a pet
``` Make sure pets have tattoos/microchips Have collar/harness with tags Posters/pictures Call/visit local shelter Leave out articles of clothing (with scent), litter box ```
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Activities to do with dogs
1) dog shows 2) obedience training 3) agility 4) tracking 5) herding
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Dog shows
Pure bred dogs (usually in tact)
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Obedience training
Sit, stay, come (all dogs should have)
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Agility
Good for high energy dogs "obstacle course"
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Tracking
Great for dogs with good nose - hound trials
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Herding
Great to increase exercise for mental stimulation
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Different forms of exercise
1) running: active, healthy dogs Make sure to train gradually 2) swimming : low impact Cautions within water itself - cleanliness? Temperature? Salt water? 3) walking, hiking: low impact to higher impact
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Off leash park pros
Good socialization, mental stimulation | Good exercise
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Cons of off leash parks
``` Badly trained dogs Issue with dog fights Disease risk: parasites, KC, unvaccinated dogs Someone might steal your dog Pet poisoning ```
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Dental care
``` Tooth brushing Dental diet Dental treats Water additives Sprays, gels, wipes ```
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NT
Once monthly for average dog
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Grooming
How often ? Varies by dog Coat type/length Lifestyle (hiking, swimming)
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Tools
Softer brushes for short hair | Double coat: need stronger brush to get through layers
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Bathing
How often Varies by dog Avoid over bathing (can dry out coat, make more oily) Wash every 6-8 weeks , avoid dog shampoo Avoid eye contact with eyes, ears, mouth/nose
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Clicker training
Train pet that a "click" equals something good (food)
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Dog adolescence
Puberty: 6 months Become fertile, start showing sexual behaviours Spay/neuter should be done around this time
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Seperation anxiety
Try to use pheromones (DAp, adaptil) Thundershirt Calming supplements (zylkene, rescue remedy) Increase exercise (make sure physically/mentally tired
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Desensitization to counter condition
``` Act like leaving then don't Leave and come right back Gradually increase stimulus Try to change mindset Gets special treat/toy when gone Radio/tv Scavenger hunts See behaviouralist or vet ```
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Adult dog emergencies
Insurance or money set aside | Know where emergency clinics located
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Insurance
Do asap before any pre existing issue Research plans, find best fit Follow preventative care instructions, or void
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Vacation pet sitter
In home or not Reliable? Does pet know person
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Vacation kennel
Reputable? Expensive Pet familiar with
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Socialization
Start at 5 weeks Expose to as much as possible by 12 weeks Fear aggression stems from lack of socialization
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Senior pet
Typically considered at 7 depends on breed | 5 extra large dogs, 9 small dogs
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Common clinical signs as aging
``` Lethargy Anorexia Pu/pd Behaviour change Walking into things Coat chang ```
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Euthanasia
Consider if concern for qol | Terminal illness
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Evaluating qol
Good vs bad days How bad are bad days Able to control pain? What does pet enjoy to do
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Genetic issues
Screen before breeding
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Brachycephalic
Respiratory issues Obesity Joint is
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Giant breeds
Joint issues GDV Eye issues
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Cavalier King Charles spaniel
Mitral valve insufficiency Eye issues Joint issues
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Doberman pinscher
Heart issues | Clotting issues
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Boxer
Allergies Cancer Digestive issues
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Chihuahua
Brain skull issues | Eye issues
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MDR1
Multi drug resistance gene Collies, shelties Problem with brain barrier- drugs (anesthetics ) can enter brain and cause issues
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Test for hip dysplasia
X-rays
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Test for eye defects
Done by veterinary ophthalmologist | CeRf canine eye registry foundation
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MDR-1 defect
Check swab or come in to clinic and get blood test done
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Breeding proesteous
Body getting ready for heat Last few days to 2 weeks May see behaviour change, vulva swelling , blood
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Estrus
``` Heat Bitch allows mating Behaviour change, enlarged vulva Fertile stage Few days to a few weeks ```
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Diestrus
Body prepares for pregnancy or inactivity Vulva returns to normal Lasts 60 days to 2 months
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Anestrus
Sexual inactivity | Few to several months
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How many cycles do small dogs have
3-4
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How many cycles do large dogs have
1-2
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When to send bitch to make
During proestrus
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Artificial insemination
Start hormone testing to test when should be bred
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How often to mate in estrus
Daily or every other day
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Tie
Normal Bulbs glands swells and keeps the tie Leave alone and do not pull apart Half an hour normal
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Pseudo pregnancy
False pregnancy Body thinks pregnant but not Can occur if mated or no mated
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C/s of pseudo pregnancy
Mammary gland enlargement with no milk production Behaviour changes Increased appetite Weight gain
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Diagnoses of pseudo pregnancy
``` Ultrasound after 16 days Will show pregnancy Blood testing (relaxin) at 28 days Palpation at 20-30 days X-ray at 45 days ```
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Gestation
Period of time of pregnancy to whelping | 63 days
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Do dogs have menopause
No can get pregnant at any age
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Unwanted pregnancy
Let pregnancy happen, let bitch have pups, spay after Surgical abortion- spay Chemical abortion-
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Prevent pregnancy
Best to spay (most effective) Don't let around in tact males Birth control drugs, but are risky
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Do dogs have pregnancy tests
No, because hormones are different
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Prenatal exams
Examine bitch and stud before breeding (confirm healthy, genetic tests)
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Whelping
``` Prepare box 2 weeks before due In quiet, warm area Bitch able to get in/out, pups can't Will need to heat area after whelping Start feeding bitch in area/get comfortable Towels /pee pads on top Check temp ```
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Whelping stage number 1
May see restlessness Bitch may vomit Behavioural changes 24 hours after contractions start
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Whelping stage 2
Contractions. See weak contractions (off/on) when active contractions
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Whelping stage 3
Expel placenta. Should have 1 placenta per pup
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Signs of dystocia
``` 4 hours between pups 2 hours weak contractions 30 minute active contractions See puppy in canal and not born within 10 minutes Green discharge before first pup Hemorrhage Bitch in distress ```
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Does it matter if pups come out head or tail first
No
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Normal post parrum care
Bitch should clean pups and bite umbilical cords Owner needs to if pet doesn't do so Make sure pups can breathe Clean face first (hold upside down or use syringe/baster to suck out fluid) Tie off umbilical cord Weigh pets Keep pets warm
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Post pardum problem.s
Maternal neglect | Lack of milk production
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When to deworming uppies
2 weeks Puppies born with roundworms at 2 weeks , worms start reproduction If wait to 7-8 weeks to deworming, already bad infection
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Start eating solid food
3-4 weeks Take bitch away for 2 hours so puppies are hungry Offer food 3-4 times daily
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If wet food while getting used to real
1 part food to 2 parts water If dry: 1 part food to 3 parts water Warm up food to body temperature , test on wrist
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Hand raising
``` Feed in sternal recumancy Feed 4-6 times daily if healthy Feed 6-8 times if unhealthy/thin Warm up and test on wrist If puppy too cold, can't digest Stimulate genitals afterwards with warm clothes Can't go on own until 4 weeks ```
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Puppy packs
Clinics make up package for new puppy Includes info and resources May include small gifts, toys, coupons

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