Holiday Ideas! November 28, 2009

Well, it’s Ho-Ho-Holiday time again!  Wondering where all that Christmas Spirit went as you get pushed, pulled and prodded through the lines at the cash register?  I have no idea where it went and it’s sure disappointing.  Christmas time is supposed to be a time of giving from the heart – not a time of [...]

Happy Turkey Day! November 20, 2009

Well, it’s here again. That day that we all stuff ourselves with turkey, jello, stuffing, potatoes, bread, pudding, pies and other assorted items.  But what about the critters?  Don’t THEY deserve some giblets and dessert?  NOOOOOOOO!!!!!
I know, I know – the urge is there.  Slip Fido a bit of turkey under the table.  Kitty needs [...]

Old Dogs November 14, 2009

Dear Liz;  We’ve been thinking of getting  a puppy as our current dog is getting on in years but we’ve been told this might not be a great idea.  What are your thoughts?

Signed,

Puppy Love in Plymouth

Dear Puppy Love;

I get this question a lot, actually, and my opinion is the same every [...]

Heartworm In Pets October 31, 2009

Dear Liz;
A few weeks ago you were talking about a dog your rescue was helping who had heartworm. Can you please explain what heartworm is?
Signed, Curious in Canton
Dear Curious:
Heartworm is a blood parasite (worm) that lives in the heart of dogs and cats and can be deadly if not treated.
The parasite enters the [...]

Halloween Hazards October 23, 2009

Dear Liz,
Every Halloween I hear the warning about giving chocolate to dogs. Is the warning a myth or fact? Can a little chocolate be ok for fido?
Signed, Coco
Dear Coco (or should I call you Punkin!): NO, NO, NO!!! Chocolate (or any caffeinated item) can be VERY dangerous to your dog OR cat! [...]

Bad Rescues October 10, 2009

Dear Liz:  I adopted a dog from a local rescue and found out that she has heartworm.  We were told she tested negative for this before we got her.  What recourse do we have?

Signed, Heartbroken in Hebron
Dear Heartbroken:
Well, this is a tough one.  I’m not sure what recourse you’d have except to file complaints with [...]

Domestic Abuse And Pets October 2, 2009

Dear Liz.  I am thinking of leaving an abusive relationship but I am afraid that if I leave my dog behind, my ex will harm him.  What can I do?
Signed, Trapped in Tolland.
Dear Trapped:
It has long been known that there is a connection between domestic violence and animal cruelty.  The abuser, in an effort [...]

Dog Flu September 4, 2009

Dear Liz,
It seems like the word flu is in every headline I see or hear.   I’m going to get my flu shot, but is there anything I can do to keep Fido healthy?
Signed,
Fido with a Fever
Dear Fido;
Well, apparently the flu season is fast approaching and everyone’s scrambling for what vaccinations to give.  The H1N1 vs [...]

Barking Dogs August 31, 2009

Dear Liz,
I know you’re a dog expert and not a marriage counselor, but my wife and I need your help.  We’re at odds about what to do over a neighbor’s dog who barks all the time… is left outside all the time, etc.  Its borderline abusive, but neither of us know how to handle and [...]

Disaster Planning August 22, 2009

Dear Liz,
The swirling graphics of hurricanes are on your weather maps more and more.   In case the big one hits CT, any advice for emergency pet planning?
Signed,
Toto

Dear Toto;  Yep, the hurricane season is upon us and it looks like Bill is making a b-line for us as well!  As with any potential disaster, [...]