Originally appeared as Ask the Vet by Dr. Shawn Ashley in Pug Talk Magazine (Pug Talk May/June/92 May/June/93)
Pugs are known to be susceptible to many skin disorders. The most common problems can be placed under the broad categories of allergic dermatitis, seborrhea complex, and parasite related conditions.
Allergic dermatitis in its uncomplicated form is simply an inflammatory response of the skin to an allergen which leads to dry, flakiness and itching. Allergies are caused by an overactive immune response to a certain stimulus.
This response releases histamine throughout the body which results in runny eyes, nose, sneezing, coughing, and/or skin rash irritation. As with people, there are many causes for allergies in Pugs; fleas, ticks, poison ivy, grasses, poliens, tobacco smoke, food, and the list goes on.
It can be difficult to distinguish between true allergies and local irritants that can cause itching. Sometimes it can be lengthy and costly to rule out the cause -- familial history, individual history, physical exam, bloodwork, bacteria/fungal skin cultures, fecal exams, dietary restrictions, skin scrapings, skin biopsies, allergy testing. When a true cause or practical avoidance of the allergen can not be arrived upon the symptoms of allergic dermatitis must be controlled. The treatments of choice are avoidance of the causative agent and/or antigen desensitization therapy (allergy testing and shots).
If these can not be done symptomatic therapy includes hypoallergenic shampoos, soothing creme rinses, fatty acid supplements (topical or oral), hypoallergenic diets, antihistamines, and occasionally corticosteroids. Corticosteroids can be helpful in short term control of an allergic response. They can be used locally in topical sprays or localized areas of superficial acute moist dermatitis (Hot Spots) or they can be given by injection or orally along with shampoos, antihistamines and fatty acid supplements to relieve itching and hasten recovery. However, corticosteroids should not be dosed indiscriminately as they are immunosuppressivc and actually can predispose to chronic skin infections.
Seborrhea complex is usually the sequela of chronic uncontrolled skin infections. It is also a syndrome seen in many older dogs. Symptoms include itching, pustules, lesions, swelling, odor. The odor is due to excessive sebum (skin oil) production, decreased exfoliation of dead skin cells, and concurrent bacterial infections. Pugs are often affected in the nasal and tail fold regions. Dogs will usually exhibit a severe external car infection, as well.
Treatment consists of skin culture and sensitivities with appropriate oral antibiotics, shampoos that have antibacterial, antipyretic, and kerolytic (promotes softening and exfoliation of dead skin cell layers), Keroplastic (promotes healthy skin growth)activities. In severe deeper causes (pyodermas), benzoyl peroxide shampoos are helpful as they are antibacterial and the peroxide component flushes out hair follicles. These shampoos must be in contact with skin for a designated amount of time and rinsed thoroughly. Corticosteroids should not be used in these cases as they will hinder the skin's ability to fight the infection.
In Pugs, next to atopy (inhaled pollen-related allergies), external parasitism is the most common cause of chronic skin problems. Flea and tick infestation if not controlled can lead to not only life threatening diseases, but also severe allergic dermatitis and skin pyoderynas. As dogs become sensitized to flea/tick saliva; the number of bugs does not matter, one bite can set the allergic reaction off. The treatment of choice is avoidance (in some parts of the nation many are now laughing!). Spray yards, kennels, fog houses, bath/dip pets. Pet sprays, collars, powders, or dermal spotons (Exspot) can be utilized between baths; however, no flealtick control program is complete without treating the immediate environment - - fleas can jump up to five feet and can spend only a small amount of time on the host.
There is a new generation of fleas every 21 days; therefore; repeat applications every 2-3 weeks until the problem is under control. It is advised to use only veterinarian approved products, as many have a low threshold of safety and cannot be mixed (ex. when using an organic phosphate dip a dursban collar should not be placed on the dog for 5 -7 days).
Also, consider the rest of the surrounding environment when choosing yard treatments -- creek run offs, etc. If using a professional exterrninatorforenvironmentaltreatmentdonotforgettotreatyour dog at the same time. This is a good time to examine your pet's skin for signs of concurrent allergic dermatitis or skin infections and contact your veterinarian to alter your treatment plan to address all problems.
There are other parasites that can cause skin disorders - - demodectic mange mites, sarcoptic mange mites, lice, ringworm and other skin fungi. These infestations, as with fleas and ticks, are often complicated with secondary bacterial infections. Each is treated differently; therefore, it is imperative that a definitive diagnosis be achieved by your veterinarian.
Finally, each time a skin infection arises does not mean it will respond to last year's remedies, it may not even be caused by the same agent -- so it is recommended to seek dermatological consultation before the skin condition is out of control.
FLEAS, TICKS, AND DISEASE
Fleas and ticks can be year round nuisance in many parts of the United States. No matter if the battle against them is a three month or twelve month war they can not just be ignored. These pests carry diseases that can prove fatal to man as well as dogs.
In the west fleas of wild rodents are bringing back the bubonic plague. It has been documented to have moved as far east as north central Texas. In the cast ticks carrying Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever are on the rise with documented cases throughout the continental United States. In the south Lyme's Disease carried by ticks is branching out, affecting man and dogs at an alarming rate. Diagnosis of these disease is complicated by the commoness of the signs. All show varying degrees of lameness and flu-like symptoms. If diagnosed in the early stages by blood titers all are treatable with modern day antibiotics, but the best treatment is preventative therapy. There are many new generation flea and tick fighting products on the market. It is recommended to discuss a complete flea and tick control program with your veterinarian prior to treating your pet and its environment.
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Many Pugs have itching outbreaks due to some sort of skin allergy. Commonly, there are three types of allergies in dogs: Food related, breathed in, and flea bite allergies. What you will see in a Pug with skin problems, is alot of scratching, sitting down and spinning on his tail trying to catch it and bite it. You may find little patches of fur missing from where they have rubbed it or bit at the area that is bothering them. Many Pugs seem to have an intolerance for fleas. They are allergic to them. The fleas not only bite them, but they cause a severe reaction on their skin. Avoid fleas by keeping them protected from them. Their are many products out there to keep fleas at bay. I suggest you use the most gentle, natural remedies you can find on your Pug. Sometimes, skin problems are due to a lack of zinc in the diet or too much fat.
Since some Pugs are allergic to pollens and certain Summer grass, this can also cause skin irritation. If your Pug is having a horrible time with scratching and itchy skin, you have the option to go to your vet and have your Pug injected with a cortisone based medicine that will relieve his discomfort, or, you can try alternative methods to relieve his pain.
An alternative method may be to give your Pug a bath and rinse him with a solution that is said to relieve skin irritations. Your Vet can recommend one for you. Oatmeal based shampoos are supposed to be soothing for pets with skin problems. After your pet is dry, you can try spraying or dipping him in solutions that are said to be a relief for skin allergies. Once again, your Vet can probably refer one to you and it is important that they do not contain alcohol.
If your Pug has dry itchy skin that is NOT flea related, try bathing him in an over-the-counter medicated dandruff shampoo. Once he is dry, dilute a quarter size of V05 hairdressing with warm water until it is semi-liquid based in your hand and rub it lightly into your Pugs coat. V05 is very thick and so you will need to dilute it and rub it into the coat evenly. Another excellent, concentrated conditioner that leaves the skin and coat soft and subtle is "Horse and Tail" conditioner. This can be found at most Wal-marts and is great for human hair to. It is a leave in conditioner.
Hot Spots are typical in Pugs because of their double coats. This is generally because the bottom coat will become dead and moist and is laying next to the skin of the Pug. What is a hot spot? It is a bloody looking sore that can pop up around their neck or back. It generally looks scaby with black specks around it. Some Hot spots should be seen by a vet if they look infected, however, if you notice the sore immediatly, you can generously apply diluted vinegar on it to heal it or apply the inside of a vitamin E gel capsule. You can also find hot spot solution at pet stores. Wash the hot spot off and get rid of the debri around it before you apply Hot spot medication.
Demodectic Mange- Unlike Scarpoctic Mange, This is not contagious to you or your other pets. You may notice hair loss on your Pug that is not accompanied with itch. It generally will look as if someone has begun to shave certain area’s from your Pug and leaving him with patchy skin. It is often times acquired from their mother, but, it can also afflict a Pug put in a stressful situation, such as getting lost, impounded, or put in a new home. Demodex mites are the culprit. Pugs are more likely to get it before the age of one and it may be seen around his eyes, lips, legs and on any given area of his back or sides. It usually takes about 3 months for the mite to run its course and up to 6 months for his hair to grow back. Treatment may include dips or topical preparations. Some Pug owners do not wish to dip their Pugs as the dip is toxic. Seek a homeopathic Vet if your Pug is afflicted with Demodex mites and if you would like a natural treatment for him. If your Pug does not get rid of the mites and his condition worsens then your Vet will probally try something different. Sometimes a cure does not happen. A more powerful dip of Mitaban may rid him of his mites, however, it also may not. Seek Vetererinarian care with any skin condition that is suspicious and stay under his care if demodex mites are found.
If your Pug has fleas, the first step will be to bathe him. Fill a tub up with lukewarm water & soak your Pug until he is wet all over. Be very careful not to get water in his eyes or nose. Lather him up in Baby Shampoo and let it sit on him for 5 minutes. I have a grooming brush that I gently scrub my Pugs with, lathering the shampoo all over. After 5 minutes, rinse and repeat.
Dry your Pug with a towel and let them run around. They love how they feel after a bath. Vets recommend products that can be applied between your Pugs shoulder blades once a month and are supposed to be safe for your pet. The small tube of substance is absorbed into your pets skin. Some Pug owners have told me their Pug suffered adverse effects from these topical treatments, such as redness and extreme irritation.
Many Pug owners want a more natural method to control fleas. Some suggestions would be to use all natural flea collars and natural flea powders that are herbal based. The least toxic flea control contains pyrethrins. You can find this ingredient in sprays, shampoos and powders. If your Pug is very sensitive, do not use any products that contain alcohol. This can add more irritation to the skin. Find products that contain Lanolin, and zero alcohol.
Skin Problems:
"Dog Owners Home Vet.Handbook":Diagnosis of Skin Disease Table 1,2 & 3 (portions)
Common Pug skin conditions
Originally appeared as Ask the Vet by Dr. Shawn Ashley in Pug Talk Magazine (Pug Talk May/June/92 May/June/93)
Pugs are known to be susceptible to many skin disorders. The most common problems can be placed under the broad categories of allergic dermatitis, seborrhea complex, and parasite related conditions.
Allergic dermatitis in its uncomplicated form is simply an inflammatory response of the skin to an allergen which leads to dry, flakiness and itching. Allergies are caused by an overactive immune response to a certain stimulus.
This response releases histamine throughout the body which results in runny eyes, nose, sneezing, coughing, and/or skin rash irritation. As with people, there are many causes for allergies in Pugs; fleas, ticks, poison ivy, grasses, poliens, tobacco smoke, food, and the list goes on.
It can be difficult to distinguish between true allergies and local irritants that can cause itching. Sometimes it can be lengthy and costly to rule out the cause -- familial history, individual history, physical exam, bloodwork, bacteria/fungal skin cultures, fecal exams, dietary restrictions, skin scrapings, skin biopsies, allergy testing. When a true cause or practical avoidance of the allergen can not be arrived upon the symptoms of allergic dermatitis must be controlled. The treatments of choice are avoidance of the causative agent and/or antigen desensitization therapy (allergy testing and shots).
If these can not be done symptomatic therapy includes hypoallergenic shampoos, soothing creme rinses, fatty acid supplements (topical or oral), hypoallergenic diets, antihistamines, and occasionally corticosteroids. Corticosteroids can be helpful in short term control of an allergic response. They can be used locally in topical sprays or localized areas of superficial acute moist dermatitis (Hot Spots) or they can be given by injection or orally along with shampoos, antihistamines and fatty acid supplements to relieve itching and hasten recovery. However, corticosteroids should not be dosed indiscriminately as they are immunosuppressivc and actually can predispose to chronic skin infections.
Seborrhea complex is usually the sequela of chronic uncontrolled skin infections. It is also a syndrome seen in many older dogs. Symptoms include itching, pustules, lesions, swelling, odor. The odor is due to excessive sebum (skin oil) production, decreased exfoliation of dead skin cells, and concurrent bacterial infections. Pugs are often affected in the nasal and tail fold regions. Dogs will usually exhibit a severe external car infection, as well.
Treatment consists of skin culture and sensitivities with appropriate oral antibiotics, shampoos that have antibacterial, antipyretic, and kerolytic (promotes softening and exfoliation of dead skin cell layers), Keroplastic (promotes healthy skin growth)activities. In severe deeper causes (pyodermas), benzoyl peroxide shampoos are helpful as they are antibacterial and the peroxide component flushes out hair follicles. These shampoos must be in contact with skin for a designated amount of time and rinsed thoroughly. Corticosteroids should not be used in these cases as they will hinder the skin's ability to fight the infection.
In Pugs, next to atopy (inhaled pollen-related allergies), external parasitism is the most common cause of chronic skin problems. Flea and tick infestation if not controlled can lead to not only life threatening diseases, but also severe allergic dermatitis and skin pyoderynas. As dogs become sensitized to flea/tick saliva; the number of bugs does not matter, one bite can set the allergic reaction off. The treatment of choice is avoidance (in some parts of the nation many are now laughing!). Spray yards, kennels, fog houses, bath/dip pets. Pet sprays, collars, powders, or dermal spotons (Exspot) can be utilized between baths; however, no flealtick control program is complete without treating the immediate environment - - fleas can jump up to five feet and can spend only a small amount of time on the host.
There is a new generation of fleas every 21 days; therefore; repeat applications every 2-3 weeks until the problem is under control. It is advised to use only veterinarian approved products, as many have a low threshold of safety and cannot be mixed (ex. when using an organic phosphate dip a dursban collar should not be placed on the dog for 5 -7 days).
Also, consider the rest of the surrounding environment when choosing yard treatments -- creek run offs, etc. If using a professional exterrninatorforenvironmentaltreatmentdonotforgettotreatyour dog at the same time. This is a good time to examine your pet's skin for signs of concurrent allergic dermatitis or skin infections and contact your veterinarian to alter your treatment plan to address all problems.
There are other parasites that can cause skin disorders - - demodectic mange mites, sarcoptic mange mites, lice, ringworm and other skin fungi. These infestations, as with fleas and ticks, are often complicated with secondary bacterial infections. Each is treated differently; therefore, it is imperative that a definitive diagnosis be achieved by your veterinarian.
Finally, each time a skin infection arises does not mean it will respond to last year's remedies, it may not even be caused by the same agent -- so it is recommended to seek dermatological consultation before the skin condition is out of control.
FLEAS, TICKS, AND DISEASE
Fleas and ticks can be year round nuisance in many parts of the United States. No matter if the battle against them is a three month or twelve month war they can not just be ignored. These pests carry diseases that can prove fatal to man as well as dogs.
In the west fleas of wild rodents are bringing back the bubonic plague. It has been documented to have moved as far east as north central Texas. In the cast ticks carrying Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever are on the rise with documented cases throughout the continental United States. In the south Lyme's Disease carried by ticks is branching out, affecting man and dogs at an alarming rate. Diagnosis of these disease is complicated by the commoness of the signs. All show varying degrees of lameness and flu-like symptoms. If diagnosed in the early stages by blood titers all are treatable with modern day antibiotics, but the best treatment is preventative therapy. There are many new generation flea and tick fighting products on the market. It is recommended to discuss a complete flea and tick control program with your veterinarian prior to treating your pet and its environment.
Since some Pugs are allergic to pollens and certain Summer grass, this can also cause skin irritation. If your Pug is having a horrible time with scratching and itchy skin, you have the option to go to your vet and have your Pug injected with a cortisone based medicine that will relieve his discomfort, or, you can try alternative methods to relieve his pain.
An alternative method may be to give your Pug a bath and rinse him with a solution that is said to relieve skin irritations. Your Vet can recommend one for you. Oatmeal based shampoos are supposed to be soothing for pets with skin problems. After your pet is dry, you can try spraying or dipping him in solutions that are said to be a relief for skin allergies. Once again, your Vet can probably refer one to you and it is important that they do not contain alcohol.
If your Pug has dry itchy skin that is NOT flea related, try bathing him in an over-the-counter medicated dandruff shampoo. Once he is dry, dilute a quarter size of V05 hairdressing with warm water until it is semi-liquid based in your hand and rub it lightly into your Pugs coat. V05 is very thick and so you will need to dilute it and rub it into the coat evenly. Another excellent, concentrated conditioner that leaves the skin and coat soft and subtle is "Horse and Tail" conditioner. This can be found at most Wal-marts and is great for human hair to. It is a leave in conditioner.
Hot Spots are typical in Pugs because of their double coats. This is generally because the bottom coat will become dead and moist and is laying next to the skin of the Pug. What is a hot spot? It is a bloody looking sore that can pop up around their neck or back. It generally looks scaby with black specks around it. Some Hot spots should be seen by a vet if they look infected, however, if you notice the sore immediatly, you can generously apply diluted vinegar on it to heal it or apply the inside of a vitamin E gel capsule. You can also find hot spot solution at pet stores. Wash the hot spot off and get rid of the debri around it before you apply Hot spot medication.
Demodectic Mange- Unlike Scarpoctic Mange, This is not contagious to you or your other pets. You may notice hair loss on your Pug that is not accompanied with itch. It generally will look as if someone has begun to shave certain area’s from your Pug and leaving him with patchy skin. It is often times acquired from their mother, but, it can also afflict a Pug put in a stressful situation, such as getting lost, impounded, or put in a new home. Demodex mites are the culprit. Pugs are more likely to get it before the age of one and it may be seen around his eyes, lips, legs and on any given area of his back or sides. It usually takes about 3 months for the mite to run its course and up to 6 months for his hair to grow back. Treatment may include dips or topical preparations. Some Pug owners do not wish to dip their Pugs as the dip is toxic. Seek a homeopathic Vet if your Pug is afflicted with Demodex mites and if you would like a natural treatment for him. If your Pug does not get rid of the mites and his condition worsens then your Vet will probally try something different. Sometimes a cure does not happen. A more powerful dip of Mitaban may rid him of his mites, however, it also may not. Seek Vetererinarian care with any skin condition that is suspicious and stay under his care if demodex mites are found.
If your Pug has fleas, the first step will be to bathe him. Fill a tub up with lukewarm water & soak your Pug until he is wet all over. Be very careful not to get water in his eyes or nose. Lather him up in Baby Shampoo and let it sit on him for 5 minutes. I have a grooming brush that I gently scrub my Pugs with, lathering the shampoo all over. After 5 minutes, rinse and repeat.
Dry your Pug with a towel and let them run around. They love how they feel after a bath. Vets recommend products that can be applied between your Pugs shoulder blades once a month and are supposed to be safe for your pet. The small tube of substance is absorbed into your pets skin. Some Pug owners have told me their Pug suffered adverse effects from these topical treatments, such as redness and extreme irritation.
Many Pug owners want a more natural method to control fleas. Some suggestions would be to use all natural flea collars and natural flea powders that are herbal based. The least toxic flea control contains pyrethrins. You can find this ingredient in sprays, shampoos and powders. If your Pug is very sensitive, do not use any products that contain alcohol. This can add more irritation to the skin. Find products that contain Lanolin, and zero alcohol.
Skin Problems:
"Dog Owners Home Vet.Handbook":Diagnosis of Skin Disease Table 1,2 & 3 (portions)
- Zinc Responsive Dermatitis: Crusty, scaly skin with hair loss overt he face, nose, elbows and hocks. Cracked feet. Caused by zinc deficiency.
- Puppy Dermatitis (Impetigo and Acne): Puppies under 12 months. Not painful. Impetigo-Pus-filled blisters or thin brown crusts on hairless skin of abdomen, then groin. Acne-Purplish red bumps (pustules) on chin and lower lip.
- Skin Wrinkle Infection: Macerated inflamed skin with a foul odor in characteristic locations: lip fold, nose fold, vulva fold, tail fold and between toes.
- Scabies (Sarcoptic Mange): The most common cause of intense itching. Small red spots like insect bites on the skin of the ears, elbows and hocks. Identify mites. Typical crusty ear tips.
- Walking Dandruff: Puppies two to twelve weeks. Dry flakes over the neck and back. Mild itching.
- Fleas: Itching and scratching along the back, around the tail and hindquarters. Fleas and or black and white gritty specks in the hair (flea feces and eggs). Fleas very mobile.
- Lice: Found in poorly kept dogs with matted coats. Not common. Look for lice or nits beneath mats. May have bald spots.
- Ticks: Large insects fasten onto the skin. Blood ticks may swell to pea-size. Cause irritation at the site of the bite. Can be difficult to remove intact. Often found beneath ear flaps and where hair is thin.
- Inhalation Allergy: Severe itching, face-rubbing and licking at paws (hay-fever type symptoms). Often begins at the same time each year. (seasonal pollens)
- Flea Allergy Dermatitis: Follows flea infestation. Pimple like rash over the head of the tail, back of rear legs and inner thighs. Scratching continues after fleas have been killed.
- Contact Dermatitis: Itching and skin irritation at the site of contact with chemical, detergent, paint, dye, ect. Usually affects the feet and hairless parts of the body.
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis: Requires repeated or continuous contact with the allergen. (i.e. flea collar) Rash may spread beyond area of contact.
- Food Allergy Dermatitis: Non-seasonal itching with reddened skin, papules, pustules and wheals. Found over the rump, abdomen and back of the legs. Skin becomes thickened and dark.
- Lick Sores- Mainly in large, short coated individuals. Starts with licking at wrist or ankles.
- Fly-bite Dermatitis: Painful bites at tips of erect ears and bent surfaces of floppy ears. Bites become scabbed, crusty-black and bleed easily.
Common Pug skin conditions
Originally appeared as Ask the Vet by Dr. Shawn Ashley in Pug Talk Magazine (Pug Talk May/June/92 May/June/93)
Pugs are known to be susceptible to many skin disorders. The most common problems can be placed under the broad categories of allergic dermatitis, seborrhea complex, and parasite related conditions.
Allergic dermatitis in its uncomplicated form is simply an inflammatory response of the skin to an allergen which leads to dry, flakiness and itching. Allergies are caused by an overactive immune response to a certain stimulus.
This response releases histamine throughout the body which results in runny eyes, nose, sneezing, coughing, and/or skin rash irritation. As with people, there are many causes for allergies in Pugs; fleas, ticks, poison ivy, grasses, poliens, tobacco smoke, food, and the list goes on.
It can be difficult to distinguish between true allergies and local irritants that can cause itching. Sometimes it can be lengthy and costly to rule out the cause -- familial history, individual history, physical exam, bloodwork, bacteria/fungal skin cultures, fecal exams, dietary restrictions, skin scrapings, skin biopsies, allergy testing. When a true cause or practical avoidance of the allergen can not be arrived upon the symptoms of allergic dermatitis must be controlled. The treatments of choice are avoidance of the causative agent and/or antigen desensitization therapy (allergy testing and shots).
If these can not be done symptomatic therapy includes hypoallergenic shampoos, soothing creme rinses, fatty acid supplements (topical or oral), hypoallergenic diets, antihistamines, and occasionally corticosteroids. Corticosteroids can be helpful in short term control of an allergic response. They can be used locally in topical sprays or localized areas of superficial acute moist dermatitis (Hot Spots) or they can be given by injection or orally along with shampoos, antihistamines and fatty acid supplements to relieve itching and hasten recovery. However, corticosteroids should not be dosed indiscriminately as they are immunosuppressivc and actually can predispose to chronic skin infections.
Seborrhea complex is usually the sequela of chronic uncontrolled skin infections. It is also a syndrome seen in many older dogs. Symptoms include itching, pustules, lesions, swelling, odor. The odor is due to excessive sebum (skin oil) production, decreased exfoliation of dead skin cells, and concurrent bacterial infections. Pugs are often affected in the nasal and tail fold regions. Dogs will usually exhibit a severe external car infection, as well.
Treatment consists of skin culture and sensitivities with appropriate oral antibiotics, shampoos that have antibacterial, antipyretic, and kerolytic (promotes softening and exfoliation of dead skin cell layers), Keroplastic (promotes healthy skin growth)activities. In severe deeper causes (pyodermas), benzoyl peroxide shampoos are helpful as they are antibacterial and the peroxide component flushes out hair follicles. These shampoos must be in contact with skin for a designated amount of time and rinsed thoroughly. Corticosteroids should not be used in these cases as they will hinder the skin's ability to fight the infection.
In Pugs, next to atopy (inhaled pollen-related allergies), external parasitism is the most common cause of chronic skin problems. Flea and tick infestation if not controlled can lead to not only life threatening diseases, but also severe allergic dermatitis and skin pyoderynas. As dogs become sensitized to flea/tick saliva; the number of bugs does not matter, one bite can set the allergic reaction off. The treatment of choice is avoidance (in some parts of the nation many are now laughing!). Spray yards, kennels, fog houses, bath/dip pets. Pet sprays, collars, powders, or dermal spotons (Exspot) can be utilized between baths; however, no flealtick control program is complete without treating the immediate environment - - fleas can jump up to five feet and can spend only a small amount of time on the host.
There is a new generation of fleas every 21 days; therefore; repeat applications every 2-3 weeks until the problem is under control. It is advised to use only veterinarian approved products, as many have a low threshold of safety and cannot be mixed (ex. when using an organic phosphate dip a dursban collar should not be placed on the dog for 5 -7 days).
Also, consider the rest of the surrounding environment when choosing yard treatments -- creek run offs, etc. If using a professional exterrninatorforenvironmentaltreatmentdonotforgettotreatyour dog at the same time. This is a good time to examine your pet's skin for signs of concurrent allergic dermatitis or skin infections and contact your veterinarian to alter your treatment plan to address all problems.
There are other parasites that can cause skin disorders - - demodectic mange mites, sarcoptic mange mites, lice, ringworm and other skin fungi. These infestations, as with fleas and ticks, are often complicated with secondary bacterial infections. Each is treated differently; therefore, it is imperative that a definitive diagnosis be achieved by your veterinarian.
Finally, each time a skin infection arises does not mean it will respond to last year's remedies, it may not even be caused by the same agent -- so it is recommended to seek dermatological consultation before the skin condition is out of control.
FLEAS, TICKS, AND DISEASE
Fleas and ticks can be year round nuisance in many parts of the United States. No matter if the battle against them is a three month or twelve month war they can not just be ignored. These pests carry diseases that can prove fatal to man as well as dogs.
In the west fleas of wild rodents are bringing back the bubonic plague. It has been documented to have moved as far east as north central Texas. In the cast ticks carrying Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever are on the rise with documented cases throughout the continental United States. In the south Lyme's Disease carried by ticks is branching out, affecting man and dogs at an alarming rate. Diagnosis of these disease is complicated by the commoness of the signs. All show varying degrees of lameness and flu-like symptoms. If diagnosed in the early stages by blood titers all are treatable with modern day antibiotics, but the best treatment is preventative therapy. There are many new generation flea and tick fighting products on the market. It is recommended to discuss a complete flea and tick control program with your veterinarian prior to treating your pet and its environment.
Pug skin conditions
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Many Pugs have itching outbreaks due to some sort of skin allergy. Commonly, there are three types of allergies in dogs: Food related, breathed in, and flea bite allergies. What you will see in a Pug with skin problems, is alot of scratching, sitting down and spinning on his tail trying to catch it and bite it. You may find little patches of fur missing from where they have rubbed it or bit at the area that is bothering them. Many Pugs seem to have an intolerance for fleas. They are allergic to them. The fleas not only bite them, but they cause a severe reaction on their skin. Avoid fleas by keeping them protected from them. Their are many products out there to keep fleas at bay. I suggest you use the most gentle, natural remedies you can find on your Pug. Sometimes, skin problems are due to a lack of zinc in the diet or too much fat. See Skin Chart for a list of skin problems
Since some Pugs are allergic to pollens and certain Summer grass, this can also cause skin irritation. If your Pug is having a horrible time with scratching and itchy skin, you have the option to go to your vet and have your Pug injected with a cortisone based medicine that will relieve his discomfort, or, you can try alternative methods to relieve his pain.
An alternative method may be to give your Pug a bath and rinse him with a solution that is said to relieve skin irritations. Your Vet can recommend one for you. Oatmeal based shampoos are supposed to be soothing for pets with skin problems. After your pet is dry, you can try spraying or dipping him in solutions that are said to be a relief for skin allergies. Once again, your Vet can probably refer one to you and it is important that they do not contain alcohol.
If your Pug has dry itchy skin that is NOT flea related, try bathing him in an over-the-counter medicated dandruff shampoo. Once he is dry, dilute a quarter size of V05 hairdressing with warm water until it is semi-liquid based in your hand and rub it lightly into your Pugs coat. V05 is very thick and so you will need to dilute it and rub it into the coat evenly. Another excellent, concentrated conditioner that leaves the skin and coat soft and subtle is "Horse and Tail" conditioner. This can be found at most Wal-marts and is great for human hair to. It is a leave in conditioner.
Hot Spots are typical in Pugs because of their double coats. This is generally because the bottom coat will become dead and moist and is laying next to the skin of the Pug. What is a hot spot? It is a bloody looking sore that can pop up around their neck or back. It generally looks scaby with black specks around it. Some Hot spots should be seen by a vet if they look infected, however, if you notice the sore immediatly, you can generously apply diluted vinegar on it to heal it or apply the inside of a vitamin E gel capsule. You can also find hot spot solution at pet stores. Wash the hot spot off and get rid of the debri around it before you apply Hot spot medication.
Demodectic Mange- Unlike Scarpoctic Mange, This is not contagious to you or your other pets. You may notice hair loss on your Pug that is not accompanied with itch. It generally will look as if someone has begun to shave certain area’s from your Pug and leaving him with patchy skin. It is often times acquired from their mother, but, it can also afflict a Pug put in a stressful situation, such as getting lost, impounded, or put in a new home. Demodex mites are the culprit. Pugs are more likely to get it before the age of one and it may be seen around his eyes, lips, legs and on any given area of his back or sides. It usually takes about 3 months for the mite to run its course and up to 6 months for his hair to grow back. Treatment may include dips or topical preparations. Some Pug owners do not wish to dip their Pugs as the dip is toxic. Seek a homeopathic Vet if your Pug is afflicted with Demodex mites and if you would like a natural treatment for him. If your Pug does not get rid of the mites and his condition worsens then your Vet will probally try something different. Sometimes a cure does not happen. A more powerful dip of Mitaban may rid him of his mites, however, it also may not. Seek Vetererinarian care with any skin condition that is suspicious and stay under his care if demodex mites are found.
If your Pug has fleas, the first step will be to bathe him. Fill a tub up with lukewarm water & soak your Pug until he is wet all over. Be very careful not to get water in his eyes or nose. Lather him up in Baby Shampoo and let it sit on him for 5 minutes. I have a grooming brush that I gently scrub my Pugs with, lathering the shampoo all over. After 5 minutes, rinse and repeat.
Dry your Pug with a towel and let them run around. They love how they feel after a bath. Vets recommend products that can be applied between your Pugs shoulder blades once a month and are supposed to be safe for your pet. The small tube of substance is absorbed into your pets skin. Some Pug owners have told me their Pug suffered adverse effects from these topical treatments, such as redness and extreme irritation.
Many Pug owners want a more natural method to control fleas. Some suggestions would be to use all natural flea collars and natural flea powders that are herbal based. The least toxic flea control contains pyrethrins. You can find this ingredient in sprays, shampoos and powders. If your Pug is very sensitive, do not use any products that contain alcohol. This can add more irritation to the skin. Find products that contain Lanolin, and zero alcohol.
Skin Problems:
"Dog Owners Home Vet.Handbook":Diagnosis of Skin Disease Table 1,2 & 3 (portions)
Common Pug skin conditions
Originally appeared as Ask the Vet by Dr. Shawn Ashley in Pug Talk Magazine (Pug Talk May/June/92 May/June/93)
Pugs are known to be susceptible to many skin disorders. The most common problems can be placed under the broad categories of allergic dermatitis, seborrhea complex, and parasite related conditions.
Allergic dermatitis in its uncomplicated form is simply an inflammatory response of the skin to an allergen which leads to dry, flakiness and itching. Allergies are caused by an overactive immune response to a certain stimulus.
This response releases histamine throughout the body which results in runny eyes, nose, sneezing, coughing, and/or skin rash irritation. As with people, there are many causes for allergies in Pugs; fleas, ticks, poison ivy, grasses, poliens, tobacco smoke, food, and the list goes on.
It can be difficult to distinguish between true allergies and local irritants that can cause itching. Sometimes it can be lengthy and costly to rule out the cause -- familial history, individual history, physical exam, bloodwork, bacteria/fungal skin cultures, fecal exams, dietary restrictions, skin scrapings, skin biopsies, allergy testing. When a true cause or practical avoidance of the allergen can not be arrived upon the symptoms of allergic dermatitis must be controlled. The treatments of choice are avoidance of the causative agent and/or antigen desensitization therapy (allergy testing and shots).
If these can not be done symptomatic therapy includes hypoallergenic shampoos, soothing creme rinses, fatty acid supplements (topical or oral), hypoallergenic diets, antihistamines, and occasionally corticosteroids. Corticosteroids can be helpful in short term control of an allergic response. They can be used locally in topical sprays or localized areas of superficial acute moist dermatitis (Hot Spots) or they can be given by injection or orally along with shampoos, antihistamines and fatty acid supplements to relieve itching and hasten recovery. However, corticosteroids should not be dosed indiscriminately as they are immunosuppressivc and actually can predispose to chronic skin infections.
Seborrhea complex is usually the sequela of chronic uncontrolled skin infections. It is also a syndrome seen in many older dogs. Symptoms include itching, pustules, lesions, swelling, odor. The odor is due to excessive sebum (skin oil) production, decreased exfoliation of dead skin cells, and concurrent bacterial infections. Pugs are often affected in the nasal and tail fold regions. Dogs will usually exhibit a severe external car infection, as well.
Treatment consists of skin culture and sensitivities with appropriate oral antibiotics, shampoos that have antibacterial, antipyretic, and kerolytic (promotes softening and exfoliation of dead skin cell layers), Keroplastic (promotes healthy skin growth)activities. In severe deeper causes (pyodermas), benzoyl peroxide shampoos are helpful as they are antibacterial and the peroxide component flushes out hair follicles. These shampoos must be in contact with skin for a designated amount of time and rinsed thoroughly. Corticosteroids should not be used in these cases as they will hinder the skin's ability to fight the infection.
In Pugs, next to atopy (inhaled pollen-related allergies), external parasitism is the most common cause of chronic skin problems. Flea and tick infestation if not controlled can lead to not only life threatening diseases, but also severe allergic dermatitis and skin pyoderynas. As dogs become sensitized to flea/tick saliva; the number of bugs does not matter, one bite can set the allergic reaction off. The treatment of choice is avoidance (in some parts of the nation many are now laughing!). Spray yards, kennels, fog houses, bath/dip pets. Pet sprays, collars, powders, or dermal spotons (Exspot) can be utilized between baths; however, no flealtick control program is complete without treating the immediate environment - - fleas can jump up to five feet and can spend only a small amount of time on the host.
There is a new generation of fleas every 21 days; therefore; repeat applications every 2-3 weeks until the problem is under control. It is advised to use only veterinarian approved products, as many have a low threshold of safety and cannot be mixed (ex. when using an organic phosphate dip a dursban collar should not be placed on the dog for 5 -7 days).
Also, consider the rest of the surrounding environment when choosing yard treatments -- creek run offs, etc. If using a professional exterrninatorforenvironmentaltreatmentdonotforgettotreatyour dog at the same time. This is a good time to examine your pet's skin for signs of concurrent allergic dermatitis or skin infections and contact your veterinarian to alter your treatment plan to address all problems.
There are other parasites that can cause skin disorders - - demodectic mange mites, sarcoptic mange mites, lice, ringworm and other skin fungi. These infestations, as with fleas and ticks, are often complicated with secondary bacterial infections. Each is treated differently; therefore, it is imperative that a definitive diagnosis be achieved by your veterinarian.
Finally, each time a skin infection arises does not mean it will respond to last year's remedies, it may not even be caused by the same agent -- so it is recommended to seek dermatological consultation before the skin condition is out of control.
FLEAS, TICKS, AND DISEASE
Fleas and ticks can be year round nuisance in many parts of the United States. No matter if the battle against them is a three month or twelve month war they can not just be ignored. These pests carry diseases that can prove fatal to man as well as dogs.
In the west fleas of wild rodents are bringing back the bubonic plague. It has been documented to have moved as far east as north central Texas. In the cast ticks carrying Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever are on the rise with documented cases throughout the continental United States. In the south Lyme's Disease carried by ticks is branching out, affecting man and dogs at an alarming rate. Diagnosis of these disease is complicated by the commoness of the signs. All show varying degrees of lameness and flu-like symptoms. If diagnosed in the early stages by blood titers all are treatable with modern day antibiotics, but the best treatment is preventative therapy. There are many new generation flea and tick fighting products on the market. It is recommended to discuss a complete flea and tick control program with your veterinarian prior to treating your pet and its environment.
Since some Pugs are allergic to pollens and certain Summer grass, this can also cause skin irritation. If your Pug is having a horrible time with scratching and itchy skin, you have the option to go to your vet and have your Pug injected with a cortisone based medicine that will relieve his discomfort, or, you can try alternative methods to relieve his pain.
An alternative method may be to give your Pug a bath and rinse him with a solution that is said to relieve skin irritations. Your Vet can recommend one for you. Oatmeal based shampoos are supposed to be soothing for pets with skin problems. After your pet is dry, you can try spraying or dipping him in solutions that are said to be a relief for skin allergies. Once again, your Vet can probably refer one to you and it is important that they do not contain alcohol.
If your Pug has dry itchy skin that is NOT flea related, try bathing him in an over-the-counter medicated dandruff shampoo. Once he is dry, dilute a quarter size of V05 hairdressing with warm water until it is semi-liquid based in your hand and rub it lightly into your Pugs coat. V05 is very thick and so you will need to dilute it and rub it into the coat evenly. Another excellent, concentrated conditioner that leaves the skin and coat soft and subtle is "Horse and Tail" conditioner. This can be found at most Wal-marts and is great for human hair to. It is a leave in conditioner.
Hot Spots are typical in Pugs because of their double coats. This is generally because the bottom coat will become dead and moist and is laying next to the skin of the Pug. What is a hot spot? It is a bloody looking sore that can pop up around their neck or back. It generally looks scaby with black specks around it. Some Hot spots should be seen by a vet if they look infected, however, if you notice the sore immediatly, you can generously apply diluted vinegar on it to heal it or apply the inside of a vitamin E gel capsule. You can also find hot spot solution at pet stores. Wash the hot spot off and get rid of the debri around it before you apply Hot spot medication.
Demodectic Mange- Unlike Scarpoctic Mange, This is not contagious to you or your other pets. You may notice hair loss on your Pug that is not accompanied with itch. It generally will look as if someone has begun to shave certain area’s from your Pug and leaving him with patchy skin. It is often times acquired from their mother, but, it can also afflict a Pug put in a stressful situation, such as getting lost, impounded, or put in a new home. Demodex mites are the culprit. Pugs are more likely to get it before the age of one and it may be seen around his eyes, lips, legs and on any given area of his back or sides. It usually takes about 3 months for the mite to run its course and up to 6 months for his hair to grow back. Treatment may include dips or topical preparations. Some Pug owners do not wish to dip their Pugs as the dip is toxic. Seek a homeopathic Vet if your Pug is afflicted with Demodex mites and if you would like a natural treatment for him. If your Pug does not get rid of the mites and his condition worsens then your Vet will probally try something different. Sometimes a cure does not happen. A more powerful dip of Mitaban may rid him of his mites, however, it also may not. Seek Vetererinarian care with any skin condition that is suspicious and stay under his care if demodex mites are found.
If your Pug has fleas, the first step will be to bathe him. Fill a tub up with lukewarm water & soak your Pug until he is wet all over. Be very careful not to get water in his eyes or nose. Lather him up in Baby Shampoo and let it sit on him for 5 minutes. I have a grooming brush that I gently scrub my Pugs with, lathering the shampoo all over. After 5 minutes, rinse and repeat.
Dry your Pug with a towel and let them run around. They love how they feel after a bath. Vets recommend products that can be applied between your Pugs shoulder blades once a month and are supposed to be safe for your pet. The small tube of substance is absorbed into your pets skin. Some Pug owners have told me their Pug suffered adverse effects from these topical treatments, such as redness and extreme irritation.
Many Pug owners want a more natural method to control fleas. Some suggestions would be to use all natural flea collars and natural flea powders that are herbal based. The least toxic flea control contains pyrethrins. You can find this ingredient in sprays, shampoos and powders. If your Pug is very sensitive, do not use any products that contain alcohol. This can add more irritation to the skin. Find products that contain Lanolin, and zero alcohol.
Skin Problems:
"Dog Owners Home Vet.Handbook":Diagnosis of Skin Disease Table 1,2 & 3 (portions)
- Zinc Responsive Dermatitis: Crusty, scaly skin with hair loss overt he face, nose, elbows and hocks. Cracked feet. Caused by zinc deficiency.
- Puppy Dermatitis (Impetigo and Acne): Puppies under 12 months. Not painful. Impetigo-Pus-filled blisters or thin brown crusts on hairless skin of abdomen, then groin. Acne-Purplish red bumps (pustules) on chin and lower lip.
- Skin Wrinkle Infection: Macerated inflamed skin with a foul odor in characteristic locations: lip fold, nose fold, vulva fold, tail fold and between toes.
- Scabies (Sarcoptic Mange): The most common cause of intense itching. Small red spots like insect bites on the skin of the ears, elbows and hocks. Identify mites. Typical crusty ear tips.
- Walking Dandruff: Puppies two to twelve weeks. Dry flakes over the neck and back. Mild itching.
- Fleas: Itching and scratching along the back, around the tail and hindquarters. Fleas and or black and white gritty specks in the hair (flea feces and eggs). Fleas very mobile.
- Lice: Found in poorly kept dogs with matted coats. Not common. Look for lice or nits beneath mats. May have bald spots.
- Ticks: Large insects fasten onto the skin. Blood ticks may swell to pea-size. Cause irritation at the site of the bite. Can be difficult to remove intact. Often found beneath ear flaps and where hair is thin.
- Inhalation Allergy: Severe itching, face-rubbing and licking at paws (hay-fever type symptoms). Often begins at the same time each year. (seasonal pollens)
- Flea Allergy Dermatitis: Follows flea infestation. Pimple like rash over the head of the tail, back of rear legs and inner thighs. Scratching continues after fleas have been killed.
- Contact Dermatitis: Itching and skin irritation at the site of contact with chemical, detergent, paint, dye, ect. Usually affects the feet and hairless parts of the body.
- Allergic Contact Dermatitis: Requires repeated or continuous contact with the allergen. (i.e. flea collar) Rash may spread beyond area of contact.
- Food Allergy Dermatitis: Non-seasonal itching with reddened skin, papules, pustules and wheals. Found over the rump, abdomen and back of the legs. Skin becomes thickened and dark.
- Lick Sores- Mainly in large, short coated individuals. Starts with licking at wrist or ankles.
- Fly-bite Dermatitis: Painful bites at tips of erect ears and bent surfaces of floppy ears. Bites become scabbed, crusty-black and bleed easily.
Common Pug skin conditions
Originally appeared as Ask the Vet by Dr. Shawn Ashley in Pug Talk Magazine (Pug Talk May/June/92 May/June/93)
Pugs are known to be susceptible to many skin disorders. The most common problems can be placed under the broad categories of allergic dermatitis, seborrhea complex, and parasite related conditions.
Allergic dermatitis in its uncomplicated form is simply an inflammatory response of the skin to an allergen which leads to dry, flakiness and itching. Allergies are caused by an overactive immune response to a certain stimulus.
This response releases histamine throughout the body which results in runny eyes, nose, sneezing, coughing, and/or skin rash irritation. As with people, there are many causes for allergies in Pugs; fleas, ticks, poison ivy, grasses, poliens, tobacco smoke, food, and the list goes on.
It can be difficult to distinguish between true allergies and local irritants that can cause itching. Sometimes it can be lengthy and costly to rule out the cause -- familial history, individual history, physical exam, bloodwork, bacteria/fungal skin cultures, fecal exams, dietary restrictions, skin scrapings, skin biopsies, allergy testing. When a true cause or practical avoidance of the allergen can not be arrived upon the symptoms of allergic dermatitis must be controlled. The treatments of choice are avoidance of the causative agent and/or antigen desensitization therapy (allergy testing and shots).
If these can not be done symptomatic therapy includes hypoallergenic shampoos, soothing creme rinses, fatty acid supplements (topical or oral), hypoallergenic diets, antihistamines, and occasionally corticosteroids. Corticosteroids can be helpful in short term control of an allergic response. They can be used locally in topical sprays or localized areas of superficial acute moist dermatitis (Hot Spots) or they can be given by injection or orally along with shampoos, antihistamines and fatty acid supplements to relieve itching and hasten recovery. However, corticosteroids should not be dosed indiscriminately as they are immunosuppressivc and actually can predispose to chronic skin infections.
Seborrhea complex is usually the sequela of chronic uncontrolled skin infections. It is also a syndrome seen in many older dogs. Symptoms include itching, pustules, lesions, swelling, odor. The odor is due to excessive sebum (skin oil) production, decreased exfoliation of dead skin cells, and concurrent bacterial infections. Pugs are often affected in the nasal and tail fold regions. Dogs will usually exhibit a severe external car infection, as well.
Treatment consists of skin culture and sensitivities with appropriate oral antibiotics, shampoos that have antibacterial, antipyretic, and kerolytic (promotes softening and exfoliation of dead skin cell layers), Keroplastic (promotes healthy skin growth)activities. In severe deeper causes (pyodermas), benzoyl peroxide shampoos are helpful as they are antibacterial and the peroxide component flushes out hair follicles. These shampoos must be in contact with skin for a designated amount of time and rinsed thoroughly. Corticosteroids should not be used in these cases as they will hinder the skin's ability to fight the infection.
In Pugs, next to atopy (inhaled pollen-related allergies), external parasitism is the most common cause of chronic skin problems. Flea and tick infestation if not controlled can lead to not only life threatening diseases, but also severe allergic dermatitis and skin pyoderynas. As dogs become sensitized to flea/tick saliva; the number of bugs does not matter, one bite can set the allergic reaction off. The treatment of choice is avoidance (in some parts of the nation many are now laughing!). Spray yards, kennels, fog houses, bath/dip pets. Pet sprays, collars, powders, or dermal spotons (Exspot) can be utilized between baths; however, no flealtick control program is complete without treating the immediate environment - - fleas can jump up to five feet and can spend only a small amount of time on the host.
There is a new generation of fleas every 21 days; therefore; repeat applications every 2-3 weeks until the problem is under control. It is advised to use only veterinarian approved products, as many have a low threshold of safety and cannot be mixed (ex. when using an organic phosphate dip a dursban collar should not be placed on the dog for 5 -7 days).
Also, consider the rest of the surrounding environment when choosing yard treatments -- creek run offs, etc. If using a professional exterrninatorforenvironmentaltreatmentdonotforgettotreatyour dog at the same time. This is a good time to examine your pet's skin for signs of concurrent allergic dermatitis or skin infections and contact your veterinarian to alter your treatment plan to address all problems.
There are other parasites that can cause skin disorders - - demodectic mange mites, sarcoptic mange mites, lice, ringworm and other skin fungi. These infestations, as with fleas and ticks, are often complicated with secondary bacterial infections. Each is treated differently; therefore, it is imperative that a definitive diagnosis be achieved by your veterinarian.
Finally, each time a skin infection arises does not mean it will respond to last year's remedies, it may not even be caused by the same agent -- so it is recommended to seek dermatological consultation before the skin condition is out of control.
FLEAS, TICKS, AND DISEASE
Fleas and ticks can be year round nuisance in many parts of the United States. No matter if the battle against them is a three month or twelve month war they can not just be ignored. These pests carry diseases that can prove fatal to man as well as dogs.
In the west fleas of wild rodents are bringing back the bubonic plague. It has been documented to have moved as far east as north central Texas. In the cast ticks carrying Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever are on the rise with documented cases throughout the continental United States. In the south Lyme's Disease carried by ticks is branching out, affecting man and dogs at an alarming rate. Diagnosis of these disease is complicated by the commoness of the signs. All show varying degrees of lameness and flu-like symptoms. If diagnosed in the early stages by blood titers all are treatable with modern day antibiotics, but the best treatment is preventative therapy. There are many new generation flea and tick fighting products on the market. It is recommended to discuss a complete flea and tick control program with your veterinarian prior to treating your pet and its environment.
Rottweiler Health Problems
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Before you take on the responsibility of a Rottweiler dog you should become as familiar as you can with potential health problems. Some Rottweiler health problems are more issues to be aware of than actual problems while others are problems that every owner should be aware of and every breeder should make owners aware of. Knowing what you are looking for before it happens can help you to properly care for your Rottweiler better and can make you aware of the warning signs so that you know what to tell the vet.
Rottweilers shed like crazy and while this is not a real health problem it is still something that every owner should be aware of. Rottweilers have short coarse hair that can get into everything and does not come out without a fight so if you do not want to take up the battle of short dog fur all over your clothes then a Rottweiler may not be for you.
Many Rottweiler health problems can be traced back to proper nutrition. A poorly fed Rottweiler will begin to display the results of their diet almost right away and it is up to you as the owner to determine what the proper diet is for your dog. One of the end results of bad diet is flatulence and a lot of it. A Rottweiler will have a lot of gas if you do not feed it properly so be certain that you are getting your dog the proper diet for your sake and for the sake of everyone else that comes within range of your dog.
A Rottweiler can also develop bone a joint conditions that can be the result of poor diet or the result of genetics. A good diet can help develop strong bones so be sure to keep your dog on the right diet. However if you notice that your dog is experience pain and difficulty while moving around then you need to get your dog to the vet immediately.
It can be a little confusing dealing with some Rottweiler health problems if you do not take the time to work with your vet and discuss these issues with them. While a good diet is extremely important to a Rottweiler so is the right amount of exercise. The problem is deciding how much exercise is the right amount for your dog. Too much exercise can cause problems for a Rottweiler and not enough exercise can lead to obesity so it is up to you to work with your dog and your vet to come up with a program that can lead to good health.
Keep an eye on your Rottweiler, as some health issues are more common with them than other breeds. A Rottweiler is more apt to get cancer than some other breeds and it is health concerns like this that you need to keep track of. Regular visits to the vet can help keep your Rottweiler alive and healthy for a very long time.
Sharon Davies has both studied and taught classes at local veterinary schools. There are many resources from which to get important information about Rottweiler care. You may want to read this article if you think you may need to get emergency care for your Rottweiler.
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Defence Colony
Defence Colony is an upscale neighborhood in South Delhi, India. It is a desirable residential location because of its leafy properties, its well-regarded market, and its proximity to other South Delhi neighborhoods.The Defence Colony is basically a residential area of well-to-do inhabitants, secured inside a surrounding wall with multiple gates restricting the entry and exit, especially at night, thus making it one of the safest locales in Delhi. Several flyovers recently constructed at the busy junctions around the colony had eased the traffic and the resulting waiting period. The colony also has several green parks, houses the prestigious Defence Club, Defence Colony market and scores of galleries and fashion design houses.
Restaurants in Defence Colony Market include Swagath; a South Indian fish restaurant; and a vegetarian branch; the Colonel Kebab's restaurant famed for its broiled meats; and Sagar, which serves quick and inexpensive dosas, idli, thalis, and other specialties. There are several bakeries, including the Defence Colony Bakery, and a number of well-stocked grocery stores. The neighborhood is home to a Baskin-Robbins icecream parlour and a Subway outlet, as well as a branch of India's Barista chain. Not to forget and discount the various other cuisine choices that are available, like Chinese at 4s, Aka-Saka and Moets. Sizzlers at Moets and Gola Sizzlers. Most of the restaurants have a bar and there are few Restro Bars, like RPM and Moets. And for a cup of coffee we have Barista, Angels in my Kitchen, an amazing bakery and Mocha, a coffee and hookah bar. Dotted along the length are a few fashion stores having at the latest trends in fashion and clothing.
The main block in the market is rectangular in shape. The most popular shops and Restaurants are at the inner side of the rectangular block. However Restaurants like MOETS, COLONELS KABABS, KENT’S and ARABIAN DELITE are located at the outer side of the Rectangular block. Most of the Restaurants and shops are located off the sidewalk and a few provide a kerb ramp to negotiate this sidewalk. Unfortunately, most of the shops have 2 to 4 steps at the entrance, making accessibility a bit dicey.
The two parking lots in the market are authorized MCD parking slots. The first parking slot, is an off-street parking near the big public park at the adjacent traffic island and one needs to cross the road to access the outer and inner side of the rectangular shopping block. The second parking slot comprises of several on street parking bays inside the rectangular block, in proximity to the restaurants and shops.
Restaurants in Defence Colony Market include Swagath; a South Indian fish restaurant; and a vegetarian branch; the Colonel Kebab's restaurant famed for its broiled meats; and Sagar, which serves quick and inexpensive dosas, idli, thalis, and other specialties. There are several bakeries, including the Defence Colony Bakery, and a number of well-stocked grocery stores. The neighborhood is home to a Baskin-Robbins icecream parlour and a Subway outlet, as well as a branch of India's Barista chain. Not to forget and discount the various other cuisine choices that are available, like Chinese at 4s, Aka-Saka and Moets. Sizzlers at Moets and Gola Sizzlers. Most of the restaurants have a bar and there are few Restro Bars, like RPM and Moets. And for a cup of coffee we have Barista, Angels in my Kitchen, an amazing bakery and Mocha, a coffee and hookah bar. Dotted along the length are a few fashion stores having at the latest trends in fashion and clothing.
The main block in the market is rectangular in shape. The most popular shops and Restaurants are at the inner side of the rectangular block. However Restaurants like MOETS, COLONELS KABABS, KENT’S and ARABIAN DELITE are located at the outer side of the Rectangular block. Most of the Restaurants and shops are located off the sidewalk and a few provide a kerb ramp to negotiate this sidewalk. Unfortunately, most of the shops have 2 to 4 steps at the entrance, making accessibility a bit dicey.
The two parking lots in the market are authorized MCD parking slots. The first parking slot, is an off-street parking near the big public park at the adjacent traffic island and one needs to cross the road to access the outer and inner side of the rectangular shopping block. The second parking slot comprises of several on street parking bays inside the rectangular block, in proximity to the restaurants and shops.
Labrador Retriever Health Problems – Eyes
Progressive Retinal Atrophy, cataracts and retinal dysplasia are the main Labrador Retriever health problems in regard to the dogs eyes.
Any Lab, but especially those to be used for breeding purposes, should have its eyes checked regularly by a vet.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
PRA is, as its full title suggests, a progressive disease which will eventually leave the Labrador blind.
The disease is a generically inherited one and poses a big problem because it will not become apparent in a Lab until the dog is 6 – 8 years old.
This means of course that the dog may have already been bred and will have already passed the disease down to its offspring.
Because PRA is progressive, the retina is destroyed over time, there is no treatment to reverse the condition. PRA usually begins with the Lab losing its vision at night (a condition known as nyltalopia) with its daylight vision becoming increasingly poor.
Labrador dogs can suffer from a particular trait of PRA called Progressive rod-cone degeneration. The usual outcome of this disease is that the Lab will be night blind between the ages of 4 and 6 and totally blind between the ages of 6 – 8.
Labradors can also suffer from another kind of PRA known as Central progressive retinal atrophy.
This condition is again inherited but the generic make up of Labradors means that the condition will not affect all those dogs that carry it.
Those Labs affected by the disease won’t show any symptoms until they are at least six years old but not all affected dogs will go blind.
Some peripheral vision will be retained for a long time and the dog’s vision will improve in low light. Although the Lab suffering from Central progressive retinal atrophy may not go totally blind it is very common for the dog to develop secondary cataracts.
Cataracts
Common Labrador Retriever health problems include cataracts. A cataract is a clouding that develops in the lens of the eye or in its envelop obstructing the passage of light.
Inherited cataracts are a big problem in Labradors but they can also be caused by injury or simply as a consequence of old age.
Retinal Dysplasia
Unlike PRA Retinal Dysplasia is a non-progressive eye disease that can be caused by viral infections, vitamin A deficiency, or genetic defects in the dog.
Retinal dysplasia can manifest itself in several different forms in a Labrador: It can be focal, multifocal or geographic. The Retinal dysplasia may also cause retinal detachment.
The focal and multifocal form of the disease appear as dots in the central retina. Geographic retinal dysplasia appears as a mixed area hyper or hyporeflectivity in the central retina.
Unfortunately retinal detachment can result from retinal dysplasia which will leave the dog blind in the affect eye. Cataracts or glaucoma can also happen at the same time as retinal dysplasia.
Any Lab, but especially those to be used for breeding purposes, should have its eyes checked regularly by a vet.
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
PRA is, as its full title suggests, a progressive disease which will eventually leave the Labrador blind.
The disease is a generically inherited one and poses a big problem because it will not become apparent in a Lab until the dog is 6 – 8 years old.
This means of course that the dog may have already been bred and will have already passed the disease down to its offspring.
Because PRA is progressive, the retina is destroyed over time, there is no treatment to reverse the condition. PRA usually begins with the Lab losing its vision at night (a condition known as nyltalopia) with its daylight vision becoming increasingly poor.
Labrador dogs can suffer from a particular trait of PRA called Progressive rod-cone degeneration. The usual outcome of this disease is that the Lab will be night blind between the ages of 4 and 6 and totally blind between the ages of 6 – 8.
Labradors can also suffer from another kind of PRA known as Central progressive retinal atrophy.
This condition is again inherited but the generic make up of Labradors means that the condition will not affect all those dogs that carry it.
Those Labs affected by the disease won’t show any symptoms until they are at least six years old but not all affected dogs will go blind.
Some peripheral vision will be retained for a long time and the dog’s vision will improve in low light. Although the Lab suffering from Central progressive retinal atrophy may not go totally blind it is very common for the dog to develop secondary cataracts.
Cataracts
Common Labrador Retriever health problems include cataracts. A cataract is a clouding that develops in the lens of the eye or in its envelop obstructing the passage of light.
Inherited cataracts are a big problem in Labradors but they can also be caused by injury or simply as a consequence of old age.
Retinal Dysplasia
Unlike PRA Retinal Dysplasia is a non-progressive eye disease that can be caused by viral infections, vitamin A deficiency, or genetic defects in the dog.
Retinal dysplasia can manifest itself in several different forms in a Labrador: It can be focal, multifocal or geographic. The Retinal dysplasia may also cause retinal detachment.
The focal and multifocal form of the disease appear as dots in the central retina. Geographic retinal dysplasia appears as a mixed area hyper or hyporeflectivity in the central retina.
Unfortunately retinal detachment can result from retinal dysplasia which will leave the dog blind in the affect eye. Cataracts or glaucoma can also happen at the same time as retinal dysplasia.
Life Expectancy Of Labrador Retrievers
The life expectancy of Labrador Retrievers can be anything between 10 and 14 years. Just as with humans, that figure can vary widely, but a good average for Labradors is 12 or 13.
Of course, good care and balanced feeding, regular exercise and plenty of mental stimulation, frequent health checks at the vets as well as freedom from disease can ensure that your lab enjoys a good long life.
It should be realised that health problems amongst labs are often inherited, so healthy parents are likely to produce Labrador puppies who will enjoy a longer than average life.
Many of the inherited health problems that can impact on the life expectancy of Labrador Retrievers are the result of over breeding.
So, when acquiring a Labrador puppy, it is important, where possible, to buy from a breeder who is able to check for inherited disorders.
And remember, your pet lab is a late developer and will have a long childhood, not reaching adulthood until he's three, a year longer than the two years associated with most breeds.
Incidences of the dread disease cancer among Labrador retrievers are rising, and that is leading to the deaths of younger dogs.
Labs are also prone to serious health problems, such as with their joints and bones, hip and elbow dysplasia and epilepsy as well as osteoarthritis which is prevalent in older dogs.
Heart disease and diabetes are illnesses associated with the breed, and of course, these illnesses can also reduce the life expectancy of Labrador Retrievers.
These ailments can be avoided by providing a good diet and regular exercise. This is very important as Labrador Retrievers are a breed renowned for having a good appetite leaving them prone to obesity which can lead to associated problems.
This is why it is vital that you ensure your lab takes plenty of exercise.
Just like people, Labrador Retrievers vary in temperament; some are placid while others are boisterous.
But, in general, they are energetic dogs who enjoy being active and require vigorous exercise.
They need a large backyard or garden where they can run around. Games of fetch and taking them long walks every day will reduce the risk of obesity and the associated risks of heart trouble and arthritis.
Taking your dog out for exercise will also do you the world of good as he walks alongside you, or gives chase as you pedal your bike.
It goes without saying, a healthy dog will increase the average life expectancy of Labrador Retrievers.
Of course, good care and balanced feeding, regular exercise and plenty of mental stimulation, frequent health checks at the vets as well as freedom from disease can ensure that your lab enjoys a good long life.
It should be realised that health problems amongst labs are often inherited, so healthy parents are likely to produce Labrador puppies who will enjoy a longer than average life.
Many of the inherited health problems that can impact on the life expectancy of Labrador Retrievers are the result of over breeding.
So, when acquiring a Labrador puppy, it is important, where possible, to buy from a breeder who is able to check for inherited disorders.
And remember, your pet lab is a late developer and will have a long childhood, not reaching adulthood until he's three, a year longer than the two years associated with most breeds.
Incidences of the dread disease cancer among Labrador retrievers are rising, and that is leading to the deaths of younger dogs.
Labs are also prone to serious health problems, such as with their joints and bones, hip and elbow dysplasia and epilepsy as well as osteoarthritis which is prevalent in older dogs.
Heart disease and diabetes are illnesses associated with the breed, and of course, these illnesses can also reduce the life expectancy of Labrador Retrievers.
These ailments can be avoided by providing a good diet and regular exercise. This is very important as Labrador Retrievers are a breed renowned for having a good appetite leaving them prone to obesity which can lead to associated problems.
This is why it is vital that you ensure your lab takes plenty of exercise.
Just like people, Labrador Retrievers vary in temperament; some are placid while others are boisterous.
But, in general, they are energetic dogs who enjoy being active and require vigorous exercise.
They need a large backyard or garden where they can run around. Games of fetch and taking them long walks every day will reduce the risk of obesity and the associated risks of heart trouble and arthritis.
Taking your dog out for exercise will also do you the world of good as he walks alongside you, or gives chase as you pedal your bike.
It goes without saying, a healthy dog will increase the average life expectancy of Labrador Retrievers.
Labrador Health
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Labrador health is something of an enigma for a breed that is renowned as both a lively and boisterous pet and a hardworking dog.
Commonplace health problems include hip and elbow dysplasia, luxating putella which leads to the leg appearing bow shaped, ear infections, eye problems such as cataracts, progressive retinal atrophy and hereditary myopathy a disease which effects the muscles.
A serious stomach problem among Labradors is gastric torsion otherwise known as bloat.
This condition appears when the stomach becomes twisted, trapping undigested food and gases. This leads to a rapid swelling in the abdomen and cause serious pain and death if not immediately treated.
Another threat to Labrador health is the dreaded disease of cancer which is an increasing problem, threatening the lives of even younger labs.
Other heath problems associated with Labradors include epilepsy, osteoarthritis - prevalent in older dogs, heart disease and diabetes. Many of these diseases are associated with the breed's propensity to put on weight.
Obesity is the cause of many Labrador health problems and can be avoided by feeding your Lab a healthy diet and allowing it plenty of regular exercise.
A Labradors constitution, good or otherwise, is often the product of the Lab's family tree.
Many problems, such as myopathy, are inherited, the product of over breeding down the years, so when acquiring a Lab, it is crucial to buy from a breeder who is able to check for inherited disorders.
Taking the time and effort to find a reputable breeder, who cares and is knowledgeable about the breed and checks his labs for genetic defects before breeding should ensure that you buy a healthy pup, and one that should be free from serious ailments throughout most of its life.
Also, it must be stressed that no Labrador puppy should be brought home until it is at least seven weeks old.
Despite concerns about the health of Labrador Retrievers don't be concerned if your puppy appears hyperactive. It is merely demonstrating the boisterousness and love of playing that is associated with the breed.
As with any breed of dog prevention is always better than cure. That means regular exercise as well as regular check ups at the vets. As well as giving a thorough examination, the vet will also immunise your Lab against heartworms and fleas.
Veterinary fees can be expensive, but prevention is better than cure in negating possible problems with your dogs health.
Source:
http://www.labrador-retriever-guide.com/labrador-health.html
Commonplace health problems include hip and elbow dysplasia, luxating putella which leads to the leg appearing bow shaped, ear infections, eye problems such as cataracts, progressive retinal atrophy and hereditary myopathy a disease which effects the muscles.
A serious stomach problem among Labradors is gastric torsion otherwise known as bloat.
This condition appears when the stomach becomes twisted, trapping undigested food and gases. This leads to a rapid swelling in the abdomen and cause serious pain and death if not immediately treated.
Another threat to Labrador health is the dreaded disease of cancer which is an increasing problem, threatening the lives of even younger labs.
Other heath problems associated with Labradors include epilepsy, osteoarthritis - prevalent in older dogs, heart disease and diabetes. Many of these diseases are associated with the breed's propensity to put on weight.
Obesity is the cause of many Labrador health problems and can be avoided by feeding your Lab a healthy diet and allowing it plenty of regular exercise.
A Labradors constitution, good or otherwise, is often the product of the Lab's family tree.
Many problems, such as myopathy, are inherited, the product of over breeding down the years, so when acquiring a Lab, it is crucial to buy from a breeder who is able to check for inherited disorders.
Taking the time and effort to find a reputable breeder, who cares and is knowledgeable about the breed and checks his labs for genetic defects before breeding should ensure that you buy a healthy pup, and one that should be free from serious ailments throughout most of its life.
Also, it must be stressed that no Labrador puppy should be brought home until it is at least seven weeks old.
Despite concerns about the health of Labrador Retrievers don't be concerned if your puppy appears hyperactive. It is merely demonstrating the boisterousness and love of playing that is associated with the breed.
As with any breed of dog prevention is always better than cure. That means regular exercise as well as regular check ups at the vets. As well as giving a thorough examination, the vet will also immunise your Lab against heartworms and fleas.
Veterinary fees can be expensive, but prevention is better than cure in negating possible problems with your dogs health.
Source:
http://www.labrador-retriever-guide.com/labrador-health.html
Labrador Skin Problems
Labrador skin problems can present themselves in several ways. Skin parasites, such as fleas, mites and lice can lead to allopecia -hair loss mainly at the sides between the front and rear legs, lick granuloma, caused by constant licking of sores, acral lick dermatitis and dandruff.
Thyroid problems can also lead to problems with hypothyroidism that can also lead to dry itchy skin and hair loss.
Parasites, ticks and mites can be a problem for all dogs and are a common cause of Labrador skin problems.
Fleas and demodex mites- which live on the skin of all dogs - demodectic mange, which usually only affect puppies but can appear on older dogs with weak or undeveloped immune systems can pose more problems for your Lab.
Sarcoptic mange, better known as scabies, is another affliction and is spread by the sarcoptic mite.
This mite is quite capable of spreading the disease between animals and from animals to humans.
In short, it can cause severe discomfort to the Labrador as well as its owner. These mites burrow into the skin, causing irritation and hair loss.
It is important that any potential skin problems are sorted out straight away as, unless dealt with promptly, they could lead to self mutilation by your dog as he gnaws away at his skin, trying to rid himself of discomfort.
Ticks and fleas remain the most common parasite likely to affect your dog and are a major cause of problems for Labs. A flea lives off the dog's blood, and is a rapid breeder.
A Labrador which has become infected with fleas will scratch constantly, especially at his ears, base of the tail and stifle. Incredibly, the irritation a Labrador receives is not from the fleas bite, but its saliva.
Labs with an allergy to saliva develop inflamed skin, a situation worsened as the dog tries to relieve the problem by gnawing away at itself..
If your Labrador skin problems are a result of fleas, it is important that you use a broad spectrum treatment that kills off both fleas and eggs.
To avoid more skin problems, it is important to look at the Lab's diet. Labrador retrievers need high quality protein and high quality fats that are easily digested.
The protein helps the Lab maintain their high energy levels, while the quality fat provide the nutrients for a healthy coast and skin.
It should always be remembered that the first step to ensuring your Labrador Retriever avoids skin problems is through a healthy diet.
Thyroid problems can also lead to problems with hypothyroidism that can also lead to dry itchy skin and hair loss.
Parasites, ticks and mites can be a problem for all dogs and are a common cause of Labrador skin problems.
Fleas and demodex mites- which live on the skin of all dogs - demodectic mange, which usually only affect puppies but can appear on older dogs with weak or undeveloped immune systems can pose more problems for your Lab.
Sarcoptic mange, better known as scabies, is another affliction and is spread by the sarcoptic mite.
This mite is quite capable of spreading the disease between animals and from animals to humans.
In short, it can cause severe discomfort to the Labrador as well as its owner. These mites burrow into the skin, causing irritation and hair loss.
It is important that any potential skin problems are sorted out straight away as, unless dealt with promptly, they could lead to self mutilation by your dog as he gnaws away at his skin, trying to rid himself of discomfort.
Ticks and fleas remain the most common parasite likely to affect your dog and are a major cause of problems for Labs. A flea lives off the dog's blood, and is a rapid breeder.
A Labrador which has become infected with fleas will scratch constantly, especially at his ears, base of the tail and stifle. Incredibly, the irritation a Labrador receives is not from the fleas bite, but its saliva.
Labs with an allergy to saliva develop inflamed skin, a situation worsened as the dog tries to relieve the problem by gnawing away at itself..
If your Labrador skin problems are a result of fleas, it is important that you use a broad spectrum treatment that kills off both fleas and eggs.
To avoid more skin problems, it is important to look at the Lab's diet. Labrador retrievers need high quality protein and high quality fats that are easily digested.
The protein helps the Lab maintain their high energy levels, while the quality fat provide the nutrients for a healthy coast and skin.
It should always be remembered that the first step to ensuring your Labrador Retriever avoids skin problems is through a healthy diet.
Labrador Hip Dysplasia
Labrador Hip dysplasia is a generic disease and one that frightens most Lab owners to death.
In it’s most severe form it can cause crippling lameness and lead to severe arthritic pain in the joints.
The disease has been exhaustively studied by vets and scientists but to date it has been impossible to eradicate the problem in Labradors.
Causes
The disease can occur in Labs that are just a few months old or it can strike later in the dogs life. I suppose it is this unpredictability that frightens most Lab owners.
There are a number of factors which will combine to cause the disease in Lab including its generic make-up, i.e., if the dogs parents and grand-parents suffered from the disease and other factors which could include diet and being over-weight.
Symptoms
Although no-one can really predict when or if the disease will strike there are some tell-tale signs which can lead an owner to suspect Labrador Hip Dysplasia in his dog.
If your Lab begins to show signs of stiffness or soreness after exercise; or if he is suddenly begins to become reluctant to run or play then these may be signs of concern.
Similarly, if your Labrador shows lameness or is unwilling to jump up or even run up stairs; these are all signs of the diseases presence.
More obvious things to look out for include visible dislocation of the hip and a reduction of muscle in the same area.
If any of these symptoms are present, or if the owner has any concerns whatsoever, please take your Lab to the vet immediately. If the disease develops without treatment the dog will be in great pain and will eventually be unable to walk.
One thing to remember is that all Labs are different. They have different temperaments, different pain thresholds and different bodies. Some Labs may be able to cope with the pain and discomfort for a long time before becoming obviously effected so owners must be constantly on their guard.
Diagnosis
Unsurprisingly x-rays are the best way to discover Labrador Hip Dysplasia in a dog but, with the disease being largely inherited, hip scoring tests should also be carried out. Certainly when you are looking to purchase a Labrador puppy you must insist on seeing the hip scores of both parents.
Don’t just look at the fathers hip score. A puppy from litter sired by a male with a perfect hip score can still develop the disease if his mother has hip problems. Don’t be caught out; any reputable breeder will show you the hip scores of both parents.
An x-ray is taken to allow the vet to evaluate the joints though any visible symptoms as noted above will also be taken into account as quite often an x-ray won’t reveal the full extent of the Labs pain. So the vet will also consider how the dog moves and evidence of lameness before making his prognosis.
It may sometimes be necessary to anaesthetise the dog prior to the x-ray as the vet may need to manipulate the hip into different positions to make diagnosis easier. This, however, is very painful for the Lab so using anaesthetics or some other form of sedation is usually required to get the best x-ray results.
Treatment
Although there is no actual cure for Labrador Hip Dysplasia treatment can make the dogs life so much better by reducing pain. Treatment is administered either by medication or surgery.
Medication
Within this medication section we will also include exercise and weight control. The common consensus of opinion is that controlling a Labs weight is the single most effective thing an owner can do to help with arthritis pain.
Together with exercise, which helps to develop cartilage growth, keeping a dogs weight under control arthritic symptoms and this, in conjunction with anti-inflammatory medication, will reduce the pain and discomfort the dog is suffering.
There are a number of different drugs available and the vet will often conduct 2-3 week tests to see which is the most effective drug to use in each different case.
Anti-inflammatory drugs are generally very safe to use for labs but it is often recommended by vets that the dog should undergo monthly blood tests to ensure he is not suffering a reaction to the medication.
In some cases a nutritional supplement (glucosamine based) can naturally help the healing process within the joints. However, vets are split on the question of how effective glucosamine really is, so don’t be surprised if your vet doesn’t recommend a nutritional supplement.
Surgery
Surgery is normally only considered in cases of Labrador Hip dysplasia if medication has failed to improve the dogs condition. Remember the object of any treatment is to provide an acceptable quality of life for the Labrador; so, unfortunately, surgery will only be considered when the vet is reasonably certain of success.
Surgical intervention will, in most cases, try to repair the damaged hip joints or even replace it.
The most successful modification surgery involves reshaping (or possibly replacing) the femur or realigning the hip socket. This procedure though is only suitable for lighter dogs which, in case of Labradors, means only the younger dogs can be treated this way.
For older and heavier dogs suffering from Labrador Hip dysplasia the best surgery is a hip replacement. This is a very expensive procedure but is highly successful as it completely replaces the effected joints. The dog becomes mobile once more and there is no chance of the disease reappearing in the replaced joint.
Source:
http://www.labrador-retriever-guide.com/labradorhipdysplasia.html
In it’s most severe form it can cause crippling lameness and lead to severe arthritic pain in the joints.
The disease has been exhaustively studied by vets and scientists but to date it has been impossible to eradicate the problem in Labradors.
Causes
The disease can occur in Labs that are just a few months old or it can strike later in the dogs life. I suppose it is this unpredictability that frightens most Lab owners.
There are a number of factors which will combine to cause the disease in Lab including its generic make-up, i.e., if the dogs parents and grand-parents suffered from the disease and other factors which could include diet and being over-weight.
Symptoms
Although no-one can really predict when or if the disease will strike there are some tell-tale signs which can lead an owner to suspect Labrador Hip Dysplasia in his dog.
If your Lab begins to show signs of stiffness or soreness after exercise; or if he is suddenly begins to become reluctant to run or play then these may be signs of concern.
Similarly, if your Labrador shows lameness or is unwilling to jump up or even run up stairs; these are all signs of the diseases presence.
More obvious things to look out for include visible dislocation of the hip and a reduction of muscle in the same area.
If any of these symptoms are present, or if the owner has any concerns whatsoever, please take your Lab to the vet immediately. If the disease develops without treatment the dog will be in great pain and will eventually be unable to walk.
One thing to remember is that all Labs are different. They have different temperaments, different pain thresholds and different bodies. Some Labs may be able to cope with the pain and discomfort for a long time before becoming obviously effected so owners must be constantly on their guard.
Diagnosis
Unsurprisingly x-rays are the best way to discover Labrador Hip Dysplasia in a dog but, with the disease being largely inherited, hip scoring tests should also be carried out. Certainly when you are looking to purchase a Labrador puppy you must insist on seeing the hip scores of both parents.
Don’t just look at the fathers hip score. A puppy from litter sired by a male with a perfect hip score can still develop the disease if his mother has hip problems. Don’t be caught out; any reputable breeder will show you the hip scores of both parents.
An x-ray is taken to allow the vet to evaluate the joints though any visible symptoms as noted above will also be taken into account as quite often an x-ray won’t reveal the full extent of the Labs pain. So the vet will also consider how the dog moves and evidence of lameness before making his prognosis.
It may sometimes be necessary to anaesthetise the dog prior to the x-ray as the vet may need to manipulate the hip into different positions to make diagnosis easier. This, however, is very painful for the Lab so using anaesthetics or some other form of sedation is usually required to get the best x-ray results.
Treatment
Although there is no actual cure for Labrador Hip Dysplasia treatment can make the dogs life so much better by reducing pain. Treatment is administered either by medication or surgery.
Medication
Within this medication section we will also include exercise and weight control. The common consensus of opinion is that controlling a Labs weight is the single most effective thing an owner can do to help with arthritis pain.
Together with exercise, which helps to develop cartilage growth, keeping a dogs weight under control arthritic symptoms and this, in conjunction with anti-inflammatory medication, will reduce the pain and discomfort the dog is suffering.
There are a number of different drugs available and the vet will often conduct 2-3 week tests to see which is the most effective drug to use in each different case.
Anti-inflammatory drugs are generally very safe to use for labs but it is often recommended by vets that the dog should undergo monthly blood tests to ensure he is not suffering a reaction to the medication.
In some cases a nutritional supplement (glucosamine based) can naturally help the healing process within the joints. However, vets are split on the question of how effective glucosamine really is, so don’t be surprised if your vet doesn’t recommend a nutritional supplement.
Surgery
Surgery is normally only considered in cases of Labrador Hip dysplasia if medication has failed to improve the dogs condition. Remember the object of any treatment is to provide an acceptable quality of life for the Labrador; so, unfortunately, surgery will only be considered when the vet is reasonably certain of success.
Surgical intervention will, in most cases, try to repair the damaged hip joints or even replace it.
The most successful modification surgery involves reshaping (or possibly replacing) the femur or realigning the hip socket. This procedure though is only suitable for lighter dogs which, in case of Labradors, means only the younger dogs can be treated this way.
For older and heavier dogs suffering from Labrador Hip dysplasia the best surgery is a hip replacement. This is a very expensive procedure but is highly successful as it completely replaces the effected joints. The dog becomes mobile once more and there is no chance of the disease reappearing in the replaced joint.
Source:
http://www.labrador-retriever-guide.com/labradorhipdysplasia.html
South Extension
South Extension is a neighborhood of South Delhi, India. Situated on Ring Road, Delhi, just east of All India Institute of Medical Sciences. It is divided into two parts - South Extension I and South Extension II . This is one of the posh market places in Delhi, promising international shopping experience. It is a good place for tourists to see locals going about their daily activities. Although the market remains closed on Mondays, they are busiest on Sundays.
South Extension is divided into two parts - South Extension I and South Extension II. The market is quite famous for priced designer stuff and branded clothes. For Delhi's cash flush teenagers, the market is a bliss.
Located on Ring Road, South Extension (known to locals as "SouthEx") is a huge neighborhood in South Delhi and is divided into two parts: South Extension I and South Extension II. South Extension is a good place for tourists to see locals going about their daily activities. As with much of Delhi, it is closed on Mondays. Its busiest day is Sunday. You will also find traditional Indian bhel puri stands and shoeshiners in aquarium . Shoppers can purchase anything from cell phones to books in this upmarket shopping area, but prices are higher than other places.
South Ex I has several stores and restaurants, including: a huge, 3-storied Benetton store, Tommy Hilfiger, Nike, Mehrasons Jewellery Store, Bengali Sweet Market Centre (a restaurant and sweet shop), Teksons Bookshop (www.teksonsbooks.com), Nalli Saris, Tanishq (exquisite jewelry store), BG's (designer fashion jewelry), Sehgal Bros. (clothing), as well as several other clothing and music stores.
South Ex II has a resto-bar (lounge), a Mehrasons Jewellery Store, and several other restaurants. Part II also has some of Delhi's people's organisations like Intercultural Resources and donors like ActionAid.
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South Extension is divided into two parts - South Extension I and South Extension II. The market is quite famous for priced designer stuff and branded clothes. For Delhi's cash flush teenagers, the market is a bliss.
Located on Ring Road, South Extension (known to locals as "SouthEx") is a huge neighborhood in South Delhi and is divided into two parts: South Extension I and South Extension II. South Extension is a good place for tourists to see locals going about their daily activities. As with much of Delhi, it is closed on Mondays. Its busiest day is Sunday. You will also find traditional Indian bhel puri stands and shoeshiners in aquarium . Shoppers can purchase anything from cell phones to books in this upmarket shopping area, but prices are higher than other places.
South Ex I has several stores and restaurants, including: a huge, 3-storied Benetton store, Tommy Hilfiger, Nike, Mehrasons Jewellery Store, Bengali Sweet Market Centre (a restaurant and sweet shop), Teksons Bookshop (www.teksonsbooks.com), Nalli Saris, Tanishq (exquisite jewelry store), BG's (designer fashion jewelry), Sehgal Bros. (clothing), as well as several other clothing and music stores.
South Ex II has a resto-bar (lounge), a Mehrasons Jewellery Store, and several other restaurants. Part II also has some of Delhi's people's organisations like Intercultural Resources and donors like ActionAid.
Areas In South Delhi
- Greater Kailash
- Kalkaji
- Lajpat Nagar
- Mehrauli
- Nehru Place
- South Extension
- Malviya Nagar
- Saket
- Sarita Vihar
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Chittaranjan Park ( C R PARK )
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Chittaranjan Park (Bengali: চিত্তরন্জন পার্ক) is a neighbourhood in South New Delhi. It was set up in the late 1960s to accommodate migrants who had fled East Pakistan in the years around the Partition of India (1947). It is sometimes referred to by its original name: EPDP Colony (EPDP = East Pakistan Displaced Persons); the name was changed in the 80s to honour the prominent freedom-fighter and lawyer Chittaranjan Das. The colony originally had 2147 plots, divided into eleven blocks A-K, but in the 1990s other pockets were added resulting in new blocks, called M, N, O, K-1, K-2, Pocket 40 (referred to as Navapalli) and Pocket 52 (referred to as Dakhinpalli ). The main thoroughfare of the colony is Bipin Chandra Pal Marg. Institutions of note are a branch of the Raisina Bengali School, Shiv Mandir (also called Kali Mandir), Bangiya Samaj and Chittaranjan Bhawan. Kali idol at Shiv Mandir, CR Park. Chittaranjan Park is bordered by Kalkaji, Greater Kailash I and II, Alaknanda and Govindpuri.
The colony was founded with plots going exclusively to migrants from East Bengal, but over time, the demographics has become a little more pan-Indian, and has also attracted other Bengalis in general. Nonetheless, is still the most important outpost of Bengali culture in the capital. The explosive growth of South Delhi property prices and the aging original land allottees is resulting in an ongoing demographic diversification.
Chittaranjan Park remains a major centre of Bengali cultural life in New Delhi,the best part is its evening life in the markets and on the steets people doing AddA - a favourite bengali pastime. The Durga Puja celebrations are renowned for their elaborate pandals and cultural functions. The major Durga Puja celebrations are B Block, Shiv Mandir, Co-operative Ground, Mela Ground, and Navapalli (Pocket 40). Chittaranjan Bhawan and Bipin Pal Bhawan regularly host performances of Bengali theatre and music, which are also occasionally held in the Shiv/Kali Mandir. The week of Durga Puja sees performances by well-known artistes and troupes from West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Chittaranjan Park is also home to one of the city's main markets for freshwater fish, an integral part of Bengali cuisine, a large Kali temple, several cultural centres,four big markets specialising in Bengali sweets and as well as numerous stalls selling Calcutta style street food - chops, cutlets, etc.
Notable residents include former Government appointed Mayor of Calcutta and Steel Secretary Of India Dr. Shivaprasad Samaddar, management guru and owner of IIPM Arindam Chaudhuri, novelist Upamanyu Chatterjee, journalist Swapan Dasgupta, sometime Member of Parliament Nitish Sengupta, renowned Kathak dancer Saswati Sen, and, in the years preceding her death, dacoit-turned-politician Phoolan Devi, renowned Theatre actor Pranshu Ghosh, Bollywood music director Shantanu Moitra, noted sculptor K. S. Radhakrishnan, artist Biren De,
The Indira Gandhi International Airport is 17 km (domestic) and 23 km (international) from Chittaranjan Park. The New Delhi railway station is 16 km, and the Nizamuddin Railway station is 9 km away. The (yet unnamed) south-east line of the Delhi Metro (expected 2010) will have a stop at Nehru Place within 1 km from B-block in Chittaranjan Park.
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Demographics
The colony was founded with plots going exclusively to migrants from East Bengal, but over time, the demographics has become a little more pan-Indian, and has also attracted other Bengalis in general. Nonetheless, is still the most important outpost of Bengali culture in the capital. The explosive growth of South Delhi property prices and the aging original land allottees is resulting in an ongoing demographic diversification.
Center of Bengali Culture in Delhi
Chittaranjan Park remains a major centre of Bengali cultural life in New Delhi,the best part is its evening life in the markets and on the steets people doing AddA - a favourite bengali pastime. The Durga Puja celebrations are renowned for their elaborate pandals and cultural functions. The major Durga Puja celebrations are B Block, Shiv Mandir, Co-operative Ground, Mela Ground, and Navapalli (Pocket 40). Chittaranjan Bhawan and Bipin Pal Bhawan regularly host performances of Bengali theatre and music, which are also occasionally held in the Shiv/Kali Mandir. The week of Durga Puja sees performances by well-known artistes and troupes from West Bengal and Bangladesh.
Chittaranjan Park is also home to one of the city's main markets for freshwater fish, an integral part of Bengali cuisine, a large Kali temple, several cultural centres,four big markets specialising in Bengali sweets and as well as numerous stalls selling Calcutta style street food - chops, cutlets, etc.
Residents
Notable residents include former Government appointed Mayor of Calcutta and Steel Secretary Of India Dr. Shivaprasad Samaddar, management guru and owner of IIPM Arindam Chaudhuri, novelist Upamanyu Chatterjee, journalist Swapan Dasgupta, sometime Member of Parliament Nitish Sengupta, renowned Kathak dancer Saswati Sen, and, in the years preceding her death, dacoit-turned-politician Phoolan Devi, renowned Theatre actor Pranshu Ghosh, Bollywood music director Shantanu Moitra, noted sculptor K. S. Radhakrishnan, artist Biren De,
Access
The Indira Gandhi International Airport is 17 km (domestic) and 23 km (international) from Chittaranjan Park. The New Delhi railway station is 16 km, and the Nizamuddin Railway station is 9 km away. The (yet unnamed) south-east line of the Delhi Metro (expected 2010) will have a stop at Nehru Place within 1 km from B-block in Chittaranjan Park.
source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chittaranjan_Park
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Train Your Dog to Stop Barking
Mostly, problem barkers bark because they are bored. Accustomed to a lot of attention, they don't know how to behave when alone. More often than not, we have set this up ourselves. We want our dogs to be happy, so we spoil them: our dogs get treats and petting whenever they wish. It is entirely normal for owners to act this way and entirely normal for dogs to complain when they feel neglected.
First of all, your dog must learn that barking for your attention doesn't work. If he is unhappy outdoors and barking eventually makes you bring him in, he learns that barking gets results. If barking makes you yell at him, well, that's better than nothing. "I'm bored. Maybe I can get them to yell at me again." Although yelling doesn't work, negative reinforcement can still be useful. Perhaps a little story will help explain:
As a veterinary student, I lived in the basement of an animal hospital. We did a lot of boarding, and there were occasionally dogs that barked at night. These dogs were warm and well-fed, with plenty of water. Their kennels were clean and dry. All they lacked was entertainment. I quickly learned that hollering "quiet" was useless. Here is what worked: I'd put a little water in a Dixie Cup and quietly stand in front of the barker, not saying a word. Within a minute or two the dog would bark again, whereupon I'd immediately dash the water in his face, turn around and go back to bed, all without saying a word. I'd usually have to do this two or three times the first night, once or twice the second night and maybe even once the night after that. Nearly always after the second or third night, peace and quiet.
"Quiet" repeated calmly and clearly once or twice in a normal voice will teach your dog to associate the word with water in the face and with not barking. Later, in situations where he would ordinarily bark but stays quiet instead, calmly praise him.
A dog that barks and growls and shows his teeth in a threatening way is getting ready to bite you. Do not squirt water up his nose. Do not threaten him. Consult with your veterinarian or dog psychologist.
Make sure you have done the basic things: See that your dog has food and water, and a comfortable place to relax where he can't see people or other pets. If necessary, bring him indoors.
More often than not, the problem barker has never learned to be alone. He is accustomed to lavish attention without having to earn it. He thinks he is the center of the world and upon finding himself abandoned he is distraught and he barks, what did you expect?
Be a good role model.
Believe it or not, the words you say mean nothing to a dog. What matters the way you say those words and the message delivered by your body language. When you overdo it by repeatedly reassuring your dog that everything is ok and you'll be back soon, you are making things worse. Excitedly greeting the dog on your return reinforces the idea that staying alone for the day really is a big deal.
Stop praising and petting your dog for doing nothing.
This won't be easy, but you've got to do it and the entire family must cooperate. For now at least, the only time you should even touch your dog is when he has responded correctly to a command. Teach him to sit. When he sits, a simple "good dog" and a pat on the head are praise enough. Slowly work up to longer sit times until your dog can be relied to sit and stay in all situations. Bonus: Your guests will appreciate this. Remember how Fido jumpes up on Aunt Emily? Many dog owners believe that since they enjoy this type of greeting, other people do too. This is seldom true.
Practice being out of touch.
Because you aren't petting and stroking and fondling him all the time, your dog should be learning now that it's ok to be "out of touch" for short periods. Get some good chew toys. Nylabones and Kongs are excellent. Let your dog become distracted with a chew toy, then calmly and quietly leave the room, closing the door behind you. Within a few minutes, preferably before your dog has become distraught about your absence, come back in and resume what you were doing. Move calmly, say nothing. When your dog rushes over to greet you, ignore him completely. Don't say anything. Don't even look at him. Your separation was completely unimportant to you, so it should be completely unimportant to your dog.
Stop saying goodbye.
You are ready now to leave your dog alone for the day. Start your morning schedule ten minutes early. Feed your dog and try to get him settled in with a chew toy. Get completely ready to walk out the door and then sit down with the newspaper. Ignore your dog completely. After several minutes of calm separation, quietly walk out the door and go to work. Do not say good bye, do not even look at your dog. You are leaving for the day. This is not a big deal. Your return home must be equally calm. Ignore your dog. No petting, no excited greeting. Change clothes or whatever. After he has settled down, acknowledge your dog by telling him to sit. Only then does he get a pat on the head and a simple "good dog". You were gone for the day. Remember, this is not a big deal.
Give your dog something to do while you are gone.
Dogs left alone during the day are in a terribly unnatural situation, isolated with nothing to do. Instead of barking and tearing up the house, your dog can keep himself busy by earning his food.
Kong chew toys are hollow and open at the ends, leaving room for food or dog treats. Try putting a dog biscuit in there at first. Later you can pack with canned food and freeze, so it takes a long time for your dog to get the food out. To keep your dog busy while you're gone, buy several Kongs and hide in various places. For this to work well, your dog must be hungry.
If your dog is picky about what he eats and it's kind of hard to find his ribs, your dog is overweight, and getting too much food.
Instead of using Kongs, you can also find adjustable feeding balls which work with dry food. To get food, your dog must roll the ball around so food falls out through the holes. When adjusted properly, getting a full meal takes a long time. You might also try leaving the television on for entertainment while you are gone.
When your dog barks, distract him.
Make something mysterious and unsettling happen. Something so puzzling that he forgets barking for a while. A short sharp unidentifiable sound is perfect. You will have to use your own ingenuity, but here is a suggestion:
Go off to work as usual, calmly ignoring your dog. Drive away, and then quietly return, approaching from downwind. When your dog barks, toss a pebble at the window or make some other sharp noise. This may need to be repeated over several days. Another idea is to hide a telephone in the attic and ask the neighbor to dial your number and let it ring, just once, when your dog barks. If you are at this point and still having difficulty, a citronella anti-barking collar is probably your best solution.
source:
http://www.placervillevet.com/training_your_dog_to_stop_barking.htm
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INDIA INTERNATIONAL PET FAIR
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The three-day India International Pet Trade Fair – IIPTF 2008 – came to a close at 19:00 hrs on 02 March. This was the second edition of the annual fair and by all accounts, a raving success.
IIPTF-2008 had 49 exhibitors including those from Singapore, Poland and China. Indian buyers from all parts of the country and 100 foreign buyers from 21 countries attended the fair.
Unlike other international pet trade fairs that are straight business-to-business (B2B), the decision was made to also include a business-to-consumer (B2C) component to the IIPTF, where Indian consumers could see what is available in the local market and book sales in advance with exhibiting retailers.
Having a B2C component attracted the crowds and gave foreign delegates the opportunity to access the enthusiasm for pet ownership in the Indian market. At least one Indian manufacturer, who until now has been only been making products for export to developed countries, has now decided to set up a manufacturing unit for the local market; this was due to the number of queries he received from Indian consumers as to where one can obtain his products locally. As IIPTF matures in the years to come, it is the plan to schedule the Friday and B2B only, and both B2C and B2B activities on the Saturday and Sunday.
When speaking to the organizer about the fair, Mr. Cameron McTavish, Chairman of Aristopet in Australia said, “This is a great show. I’ve been in the pet industry for a long long time. I’ve watched pet ownership grow in popularity across Asia, starting with Japan quite a while ago and spreading westward. Now it’s catching on in India in a big way. You’re doing the right thing at the right time by having these pet trade fairs in India. Keep it up and the sky’s the limit”. Several other foreign delegates echoed the sentiments of Mr. McTavish. Click here to read exhibitors’ comments.
IIPTF received a substantial amount of local media coverage, both electronic and print. Electronic-wise, Zee Business, Total TV, CNN, Aajtak, NDTV, Meow 104.8 FM, Star World and Loksabha TV (part of Delhi Doordarshan) carried interviews with the organizers and/or video clips of the fair. In terms of print media, the fair received coverage in the Times of India (It's going to be your pet fair!); The Financial Express (Pet industry seeks slash in import duties; and Yahoo India News (Go shopping for your pet).
India Pet Directory Launch at IIPTF 2008
The inaugural edition of an India Pet Directory was launched at the India International Pet Trade Fair (IIPTF) on 29 March 2008.
The Directory is the first ever attempt to consolidate various entities of the Indian pet industry and related service providers into one comprehensive reference guide. Annual editions will follow.
IIPTF-2008 had 49 exhibitors including those from Singapore, Poland and China. Indian buyers from all parts of the country and 100 foreign buyers from 21 countries attended the fair.
Unlike other international pet trade fairs that are straight business-to-business (B2B), the decision was made to also include a business-to-consumer (B2C) component to the IIPTF, where Indian consumers could see what is available in the local market and book sales in advance with exhibiting retailers.
Having a B2C component attracted the crowds and gave foreign delegates the opportunity to access the enthusiasm for pet ownership in the Indian market. At least one Indian manufacturer, who until now has been only been making products for export to developed countries, has now decided to set up a manufacturing unit for the local market; this was due to the number of queries he received from Indian consumers as to where one can obtain his products locally. As IIPTF matures in the years to come, it is the plan to schedule the Friday and B2B only, and both B2C and B2B activities on the Saturday and Sunday.
When speaking to the organizer about the fair, Mr. Cameron McTavish, Chairman of Aristopet in Australia said, “This is a great show. I’ve been in the pet industry for a long long time. I’ve watched pet ownership grow in popularity across Asia, starting with Japan quite a while ago and spreading westward. Now it’s catching on in India in a big way. You’re doing the right thing at the right time by having these pet trade fairs in India. Keep it up and the sky’s the limit”. Several other foreign delegates echoed the sentiments of Mr. McTavish. Click here to read exhibitors’ comments.
IIPTF received a substantial amount of local media coverage, both electronic and print. Electronic-wise, Zee Business, Total TV, CNN, Aajtak, NDTV, Meow 104.8 FM, Star World and Loksabha TV (part of Delhi Doordarshan) carried interviews with the organizers and/or video clips of the fair. In terms of print media, the fair received coverage in the Times of India (It's going to be your pet fair!); The Financial Express (Pet industry seeks slash in import duties; and Yahoo India News (Go shopping for your pet).
India Pet Directory Launch at IIPTF 2008
The inaugural edition of an India Pet Directory was launched at the India International Pet Trade Fair (IIPTF) on 29 March 2008.
The Directory is the first ever attempt to consolidate various entities of the Indian pet industry and related service providers into one comprehensive reference guide. Annual editions will follow.
Greater Kailash
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Greater Kailash (often referred as GK) is a middle class suburb of South Delhi, consisting of several residential colonies and multiple markets. Considered to be one of the most congested colonies, it is home to some of the biggest middle class households in Delhi. The best blocks in GK-1 being B, M and W. There are also several night clubs, bars, pubs and restaurants specializing in different cuisines.
Geography
Greater Kailash has two zones, Part I and Part II.
Greater Kailash Part I has M-Block market which is considered to be the most happening market in Delhi. It has a wide range of products brands and restaurants. The M-Block market has some famous brands such as Esprit, EDC, Giovani, Miss Sixty, Next, Sisley, Lee, Puma, Addidas, Reebok, Bizzare, Artileore etc.
Greater Kailash Part I was developed by the DLF in early 1970s. Its development was followed by the development of Greater Kailash Part 2 which has easy accessibility to Outer Ring Road of New Delhi.
Source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greater_Kailash
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Geography
Greater Kailash has two zones, Part I and Part II.
Greater Kailash Part I has M-Block market which is considered to be the most happening market in Delhi. It has a wide range of products brands and restaurants. The M-Block market has some famous brands such as Esprit, EDC, Giovani, Miss Sixty, Next, Sisley, Lee, Puma, Addidas, Reebok, Bizzare, Artileore etc.
Greater Kailash Part I was developed by the DLF in early 1970s. Its development was followed by the development of Greater Kailash Part 2 which has easy accessibility to Outer Ring Road of New Delhi.
Accessibility
- Domestic Airport is 17 km from Greater Kailash.
- International Airport (IGI) is 22 km from Greater Kailash.
- Nizamuddin Railway station is approximately 9 km from Greater Kailash
Source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greater_Kailash
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Vasant Vihar
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Vasant Vihar is an up market, neighborhood located in the South Delhi district of National Capital Territory of Delhi, which houses many diplomatic missions of foreign countries [1].
Not only is Vasant Vihar one of the most prestigious and exclusive residential areas in the world [2], it is also the home of what are called the most luxurious shopping malls in Asia ; the Emporio and DLF Promenade.
It was built after land acquisition from Munirka and Basant Gaon. It is located south of R. K. Puram and is relatively close to the international airport. Premier higher educational institutes like JNU, IIT and IIFT are situated in the neighbourhood of Vasant Vihar. Vasant Vihar is a relatively modern addition to Delhi as it came into existence in the late 1960s. At that time, the surrounding area was a mixture of farm lands and forest called "bani" (Dense jungle) by the farmers of Munirka.
This place is located on the northern edges of Aravali Hills so it had Natural Ground Water Reservoirs, still one or two exist in nearby Biodiversity park filled with sewage water pumped from nearby newly constructed Shopping Malls. The forest had huge population of Jackal's, Foxes, Neelguys, Monitor Lizards, Weaver Birds and Peacocks.
Vasant Vihar is now one of the most expensive neighborhoods in the city. The rate per square foot in Vasant Vihar has reached the heights of Rs.60,000, which is amongst the highest in the world, and almost double the rate asked for in the Burj Dubai Tower in Dubai.
The three main streets in Vasant-Vihar are "Munirka Marg", Poorvi Marg and Paschimi Marg, literally Eastern and Western Street, that along Palam Marg form a rough triangle that encloses much of the neighbourhood. The neighbourhood is primarily residential and when first planned consisted of six blocks named A to F, with each block having its own local market. Houses located on (Palam Marg) consist of some of the most expensive real estate in the NCR region.
The area nearby contains the residential colonies for employees of Air India, Indian Airlines, Central Bureau of Investigation, Parliament of India, CPWD, Central Government and the Reserve Bank of India. There are several secondary schools in Vasant Vihar.
Vasant Vihar (or VV as it is colloquially called) also includes the Basant Lok market which now has many multi-national chain stores, restaurants and newly-opened lounges. The market also contains the movie theater Priya. It used to be one of the two or three theaters in Delhi that used to screen English language films before the late 1990s. Vasant Continental five star hotel is a landmark in this area.
At the edge of the neighbourhood, across the Outer Ring Road lies, the Uttara Swami Malai Temple on a small hillock.
source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasant_Vihar
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Not only is Vasant Vihar one of the most prestigious and exclusive residential areas in the world [2], it is also the home of what are called the most luxurious shopping malls in Asia ; the Emporio and DLF Promenade.
It was built after land acquisition from Munirka and Basant Gaon. It is located south of R. K. Puram and is relatively close to the international airport. Premier higher educational institutes like JNU, IIT and IIFT are situated in the neighbourhood of Vasant Vihar. Vasant Vihar is a relatively modern addition to Delhi as it came into existence in the late 1960s. At that time, the surrounding area was a mixture of farm lands and forest called "bani" (Dense jungle) by the farmers of Munirka.
This place is located on the northern edges of Aravali Hills so it had Natural Ground Water Reservoirs, still one or two exist in nearby Biodiversity park filled with sewage water pumped from nearby newly constructed Shopping Malls. The forest had huge population of Jackal's, Foxes, Neelguys, Monitor Lizards, Weaver Birds and Peacocks.
Vasant Vihar is now one of the most expensive neighborhoods in the city. The rate per square foot in Vasant Vihar has reached the heights of Rs.60,000, which is amongst the highest in the world, and almost double the rate asked for in the Burj Dubai Tower in Dubai.
Overview
The three main streets in Vasant-Vihar are "Munirka Marg", Poorvi Marg and Paschimi Marg, literally Eastern and Western Street, that along Palam Marg form a rough triangle that encloses much of the neighbourhood. The neighbourhood is primarily residential and when first planned consisted of six blocks named A to F, with each block having its own local market. Houses located on (Palam Marg) consist of some of the most expensive real estate in the NCR region.
The area nearby contains the residential colonies for employees of Air India, Indian Airlines, Central Bureau of Investigation, Parliament of India, CPWD, Central Government and the Reserve Bank of India. There are several secondary schools in Vasant Vihar.
Vasant Vihar (or VV as it is colloquially called) also includes the Basant Lok market which now has many multi-national chain stores, restaurants and newly-opened lounges. The market also contains the movie theater Priya. It used to be one of the two or three theaters in Delhi that used to screen English language films before the late 1990s. Vasant Continental five star hotel is a landmark in this area.
At the edge of the neighbourhood, across the Outer Ring Road lies, the Uttara Swami Malai Temple on a small hillock.
source:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vasant_Vihar
Mr.Prateek Kashyap +91 9873677387 Nirvana kennels Dog Behaviour Specialist
nirvanakennels@gmail.com
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