Second & Third-Hand Smoke -  Risky for Pets!  (And humans too)

Information from www.mypetpleasures.com that I felt was necessary to read.
Everyone has heard of second-hand smoke, which consists of carcinogens that are inhaled when near a cigarette smoker.  Third-hand smoke is the lingering toxins found on skin, hair, clothes, carpeting, walls, etc, that are dangerous to everyone who is in proximity to the contaminated surface - including the pets…  

A recent study by Lawrence Berkeley Laboratory in Berkeley, CA, has uncovered the risks of third hand smoke.  A few years ago, researchers began paying close attention to the potential health effects of third hand smoke, which is a thin layer of toxic substances from tobacco smoke that settles on surfaces long after cigarettes have been extinguished.   The Berkeley scientists, however, are the first to find that nitrous acid, an indoor air pollutant created by gas appliances, vehicle engines and tobacco smoke, reacts with nicotine found on surfaces. 

The health hazards of tobacco smoking and second hand smoke are well known, with research associating inhalation of the smoke with elevated risk of cancer and heart disease.  Third hand smoke, however, enters the body via a different route, either through skin exposure, dust inhalation and ingestion, which poses an “unappreciated health risk”.  Children, infants and pets are of particular concern, since they have far more exposure to contaminated surfaces through absorption.
And, smoking outside does not eliminate the exposure to the carcinogens, since nicotine from smoke adheres to clothing and skin and it can be carried back inside.  Nor does opening windows or using a fan help much, since nicotine, a sticky molecule, readily clings to surfaces.

This is serious!  Consider detoxing the environment to create a healthier place to live and thrive.  Pets, children and infants require intervention / attention when it comes to the environment.  

It was fun dressing the doggies for the party.  You can find all your need

for your pets at www.mypetpleasures.com

Merry Christmas from all of us at My Pet Pleasures

Come by and see all the information

 you will need for your pets.  My Six Pack thinks

this site is great.

Having Six Shih Tzus you always want the best for them.  I am sure any pet owner makes sure their furry friend get good food and fresh water.  The water part I can help you with.  Just check out my web site for our very best product we sell, which is the Pet Water Bottle Stand.  It holds 32oz of clean fresh water.  Your pet will have a dry face after drinking his or her water and your floors will be dry also. 

Also treats and we all give our Pets treats.  I am giving you our receipe for their treats but if you do not like making them you can always get them from our site under doggie trinkets

COOKIES
1 CUP CORN MEAL
2 CUPS WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR
1/4 CUP CANOLA OIL
3/4 CUP WATER
1 EGG
PARSELEY
COMBINE AND ROLL OUT AND USE A COOKIE CUTTER FOR SHAPES.
ENJOY
Keep them in the freezer and they last and stay fresh.
  

This is a special day out with all our friends at Riley’s Place . Oh what fun.  Everyone is here jumping, running and just relaxing in the yard.  We are a good group.  Come by and see and join us at my page. Also dont forget to stop by  and see all the good stuff for your pets.

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This is a personal blog about my Pack who has helped me and is still helping me through my recovery in the past 9 months with two surgery I have been through.  Nine months ago I had a total knee replacement and just six weeks ago I had a total hip replacement. 

Usually I would walk them at least 5 times a week for exercise.  They have a doggie dog to go out and do their business so the walk is for them to exercise and socialize.

It has been amazing to me how much time they spend with me in bed as I am recovering.   At first when  I came home from the hospital I was using the walker.  They were all respectful and just walked behind me as I made my way from the bed to where ever I went.  Now I am usuing the cane and they still walk along side of me very respectful and not afraid of my helping tools.

Recovering can be lonely day after day in bed by yourself, but with the dogs by my side giving me their love it has been a great help to me mentally.  When I am feeling down I really feel they sense it and will come a snuggle and give kisses.

I just want to share with all how pround I am of my amazing Six Pack

So here you have Raven and Summer.  Yes they are family.  Two brothers John and Joe own the two beauties.  Raven, the Rottie belongs to  Joe and Summer the Bull Dog belongs to John.  Today they met for the first time at Johns house in Long Island.  They got along very well and had a great time.  Raven kept giving kisses to Summer.  A good first meeting.  Now if only the rest of the world could get along would’t that be grand.  Don’t forget to come by and see the rest of the family at www.mypetpleasures.com

Dog Grooming Tools

Information from Dogster.com

You too can have well groomed Pets.  

The following accessories will aid in the maintenance of the dog’s exterior finish.

Brush: It is important to select a brush that is suitable for your dog’s coat. The ideal tool is a soft wire brush that can remove tangles without irritating skin.

Comb: Usually made of steel and featuring both fine and coarse teeth, this tool can remove burrs and tangles and bring order to the coat of a longhaired dog.

Currycomb: Often made of rubber, this tool removes loose hair from shorthaired breeds while also massaging the skin.

Grooming Glove: Covered with nubby, hair-catching material, the glove is useful for face grooming, and for brushing dogs with extremely short hair.

Nail Clippers: There are two basic types—guillotine-style clippers and standard scissors-style clippers. Both work well.

Scissors: Excellent for removing particularly stubborn tangles or burrs.

Shedding Tool: This blade-like device with serrated edges is ideal for removing excess fur from longhaired breeds.

Styptic Powder: This blood-clotting powder (available at most retailers) will quickly stop bleeding caused by trimming a dog’s nails too closely.

Undercoat Rake: As the name implies, this tool removes loose hair from the dense undercoat of longhaired and thick-haired breeds, such as the husky and Irish setter.

I could not resist putting this picture up of her.  She is full of expression and personality.  The youngest of the Pack and always wants to be first.  When I am giving them their cookies I make them all sit in a row and then I go down the line to each one calling out their names for a cookie.  After Niki get hers she will move to the front of the line again.  Always cutting the line .  Too Funny.