Would You Know What To Do If...

Today I'd like to point out how important it is to know how to help your dog in an emergency. Everyone should definitely know how to perform CPR on a person in order to save a life, however, few pet owners ever take the time to learn how to perform CPR on their best friends. Below you'll find two excellent videos that will show you what to do in case of an emergency and a third that shows you how important that knowledge can be. Make sure that all members of your family see these videos, especially children so they have a better understanding of emergency procedures and how easily their pet can get hurt.


How to perform CPR on your dog!



How to perform First Aid on your dog!



A heart-warming story of how a Policeman saved a Dalmation with CPR!

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My Rat Terrier Sonny and His Best Friend Ziggy

Today, my Rat Terrier Sonny has been pining for his best friend, Ziggy. Ziggy is a miniature Schnauzer that lives next door. He's a wonderful little dog with the sweetest face and a calm, relaxed attitude - until he sees Sonny.

The moment Sonny spots Ziggy, he's off like a shot. In fact, the only time he ever moves that fast it's to get to food. Ziggy, too, will perk his ears up and stare at Sonny but if he's on his leash, he won't drag his poor owners down the street towards us. He leaves that to Sonny! My little 33 pound hound will literally drag me forcibly to meet his buddy.

Once together, we quickly let them off their leashes (if we are in our front yards) and let them transform into a whirl of fur as they wrestle, roll and generally cavort. Considering the fact that Sonny is very picky about who he plays with, his obsession with Ziggy is astounding. The funny thing is, Ziggy seems to feel the same way about Sonny. It breaks my heart to take away these moments of ecstasy when I'm in a hurry because they seem to infuse him with contentment for quite a few hours afterwards.

Today, Sonny is hinky because he hasn't seen Ziggy in a few days. He keeps asking to be let out although I know he doesn't need to go and as soon as I take him out, he dashes over to the neighbor's front door and sits waiting for Ziggy to come out and play. I let him wait for a few minutes but then I start leading him home and his dejected look of disappointment rips my heart out. Once inside the house, he pretends to be conforted and appeased with a small treat and a huge hug but we both know the truth. Maybe tomorrow.

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My Rat Terrier Sonny: Are Animals Intelligent?

I read an article in Parade Magazine today as I was browsing through the Sunday paper in search of coupons and the elusive bit of good news that posed the question, "How much do animals really know?" Having always been stunned by the scientific community's reluctance to accept intelligence in animals, I found the article to be very encouraging. It seems that "scientists are seeing evidence of higher mental abilities in a wider range of animals than previously imagined. They've also observed unexpected traits and skills, like empathy and the ability to fashion weapons."

The article also gave some amazing examples of animals not only showing self-awareness but displaying astonishing abilities such as dogs dialing 911 (on speed dial) when an owner was in distress or limping to a vet's office after being hit with a car, chimps helping other chimps, dolphins saving people who were drowning and even elephants supporting injured herd mates.

Empathy, the article states, relies on self-awareness and dolphins, great apes and even elephants have proven they are self-aware by recognizing themselves in a mirror . I'm not a big fan of that test as we're not sure how certain animals really view the world so who's to say they recognize themselves in other ways.

All I'm saying is that anyone who doubts empathy in animals did not witness the support, affection and constant concern that my Rat Terrier Sonny and my tabby Boris showed my beloved black cat Sasha during the final week of his life last Christmas. Every time Sasha moved, Sonny and Boris were up and watching to make sure he didn't fall and if he did, they would hover around him calling me until I could come and help. When Sasha curled up on the sofa, Boris would watch over him on the backrest and Sonny would lie next to him as if keeping him warm. Sonny always made sure that he was actually touching Sasha without hurting the fragile cat.

On New Year's Eve as the whole world celebrated, the four of us huddled together on the sofa and then on the bed while Sonny, Boris and I bade our final farewells to our beautiful 15 year old companion. Immediately after Sasha's final breath, Sonny and Boris crowded in on me - one on either side - and started nuzzling me and licking away my copious tears. They did not leave my side for the next few days which helped me to get past the grief that I felt so keenly. They were quiet, obedient and didn't even beg for food which they always do one way or another. It was almost as if they were mourning too. I may be personifying them to some extent but seeing how lively and communicative they usually are, it's very difficult to believe that they didn't feel empathy for Sasha and for me. There are many more examples of intelligence in these stupendous animals but that was a big one for me.

Hopefully, one day, everyone will feel the same respect and awe for these intelligent creatures that many of us feel already. For now, if you'd like to read the full article, you will find it right here.

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Rat Terriers in Motion

Today, I thought I'd share a few videos of Rat Terriers that I found interesting.

The first one is of a Rat Terrier (Lilly) and a Miniature Pinscher (Louie) having a bath. First, I've always loved the song and second, there's nothing like the forlorn look of a cute, obedient dog who has resigned himself to a dreaded bath. This is "Splish Splash v. 2":



Once you see this video, you'll understand why I fell in love with it. Not only does it remind me of Sonny when we first brought him home but it makes me want to go out and get as many Rat Terrier puppies as I can find to be Sonny's playmates. Of course, I come to my senses fairly quickly as soon as Sonny starts chasing his cat-brother, Boris, around the house. This is "Breakfast":



Lilly seems to be a very popular name for Rat Terrier females. Sonny even had a sister named Lilly. This Lilly is captured here with her very young puppies. Nursing puppies are always adorable but we also get to see the puppies close up in the second half. This is "Lilly's Puppies":



I love this video because it really shows the personality of the Rat Terrier even as a puppy; energetic, playful, loving, gorgeous and funny! This is "Zoie":

And, last, but most definitely not least, we have two videos of rescued Rat Terriers from Ratbone Rescues.

Ratbone Rescues has dogs in foster homes all over the United States and also in Canada. You can find them at http:/www.ratbonerescues.com/. Please, please pay them a visit to show your support.

Now, if you're like me, you may need a tissue for this one because the idea of these beautiful dogs being abused, mistreated or simply needing a home and a little love destroys me. This is "Foster Dogs":

Okay, and if you needed a tissue for the previous video get ready to reach for the box on this one. This video is by a foster "mom" named Jacki who not only has cared for, loved and given back the lives of many Rat Terriers but included a poem that reflects her giving nature and huge heart. This is "Poem For My Foster Dog"



After that, I can only say, to see what love really is, just look at your pet!


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