Can you pass the dog "drivers permit" test?

clients at Westbury Vet Clinic

Pet rescuers usually feel that people should pass a test before getting a dog:) How well would you do? Some of the answers seem SO obvious but I have seen every one of them in my years of rescue! You might be surprised.

1-Heartworms are caused by:
   a-fleas
   b-flies
   c-mosquitoes

Mosquitos is what many of us know, but heartworm ignorance is very high in Houston. I was recently told that they are caused by spoiled canned meat.

2-Soft sided totes are great for puppies and easier to carry than plastic crates..
   a-sure
   b-no
   c-well, 1/2 of that is true

Many soft totes  have been destroyed by sharp puppy teeth, from both the inside and outside, when one is  put on the floor, ie. left within chewing range. They particularly like the zippers!

3-It doesn't matter how you travel with a dog in your vehicle, as long as they are contained.
   a-sure
   b-no

It does matter-none of us leave home expecting to get into a car wreck, but if you are side swiped or rear ended, the impact of a wire crate will crush a dog. It has a slightly better chance of surviving if a plastic crate breaks apart. A loose dog becomes a rapidly moving projectile as well. I hope this never happens to you, but it could.

4-It's fine to get a puppy before your elderly dog passes away so you are no tleft without a buddy.
   a-yes, they will probably get along just fine
   b-no-it is way too much stress on the older dog and they feel pushed aside
   c-rarely and only if done very carefully can this be done


Bubbles still looking for a permanent home

 I am of the B category,  think it is very selfish to foist a rowdy puppy on most older animals. A middle aged dog is a much better "bridge" dog. A few people are dedicated enough to keep a puppy from harrassing a senior dog.

5- Females make better pets
    a-yes, they don't "hike"
    b-no, males are actually calmer
    c-no right answer-everyone has their preferences

Many people assume that females are better just because of the hiking issue. Males are more often euthanized due to this misconception. Many males do not and some females do or show other dominant
behaviors. Once neutered, males are often calmer. Please don't automatically reject the idea of a male based on that generalization.

6-Females need to have a heat cycle before spaying and motor oil can be used on mange are both so ludicrous that they don't even warrant a separate True/False section, but they are both still believed. You don't have to admit it if you assumed either is true:) Neither is.

Do you know of other often believed (non) "truths"? Please share them in the comments and share this blog with folks who may believe some of these misconceptions.  It's a diplomatic way to educate:)

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Durango begins painful heartworm treatment with Dr Burda at Jester Plaza Vet Clinic



Tall cat tree in at Pet Stuff Resale

At 5 ft 5 in tall, this tree is in great condition. The base is 18" by 21" .
105.00 plus tax



raised food and water bowl set 7.00 plus tax



Cat, kitten items in at Pet Stuff Resale

I wish I could get more items in for cats, so happy to have a few for all of the cat lovers out there!







These large capacity litter boxes are great for several reasons. The hood keeps most dogs from snacking on the contents(gross, but it happens) as well as keeps litter from flying all over the place. The ridges on the ramp and the ramp itself also reduces the amount of litter escaping.

As are all items from Pet Stuff Resale, these have been disinfected and are 20.00 each.

EmeryBoard scratching pad, looks to be new, my cats literally pounced on it when I put one down, no sniffing around, getting used to a new thing, just POUNCE and scratch!  8.00

Ok, small dogs would like this pink bed as well, but it just looked "feline Princess" to me; inner pad is removeable. 6.00

This woven bed could also be for small dogs but I removed  a cat from it at the thrift store, so know cats would like it as well!  9.00


I will have all of these items and more  near the Greater Good, I 10 and Dairy Ashford in West Houston, Sat and Sunday-12-4. 817-480-8400-Houston cell

Janet Huey
petstuffresale.com

Dog Faces in the Crowd

It's treat time at doggy day care at Jester Plaza Vet Clinic. They had NO interest in me,.all eyes on Dovie!

Rica is a a 3 year old blonde chihuahua given up by a back yard breeder of shelties.She is my foster and looking for a home.

It's almost not fair that I have a job where I can drive around to lots of pet related places and see such neat babies:)  This is 14 year old Snort(what a great pug name!) at Kingsland Blvd Animal Clinic getting a check up. He is happier than he looks here!

This is Lacey and most of Gracie(who has  the same great face!) in their HUGE yard  in Cypress( I think).

I pass by their house every day, they have a huge patio and Kuranda beds and the life of luxury. I stopped my truck in the middle of the road to get their pictures. Their momma said she rescued them near her job. Their buddy Moose's picture did not come out.

Sweetie was spotted at the new KAAWS Clinic on 529 near Queenston. She was getting a rabies vaccine and heartworm test. Of course I chatted with her owner about getting her spayed and he said he was going to. Her temperament matches her name!

When I am not pursuing pretty dog faces I buy and sell new and used pet supplies-petstuffresale.com,
and not just dog stuff, they are just the easiest to capture on film!

This well built cage is great, but for what? :)

This is a very well made cage intended for a ferret. Unfortunately it has several aspects that are not safe for ferrets. As an avid recycler, I want it to be reused, but properly. It looks barely used.


It is in very good condition and was built in 3 sections so easier to move than it looks, as well as being on wheels. It is 22 inches deep, 40 inches wide and a whopping 80 inches tall. The whole side of the  lower section is a pull down opening.

With just a little renovation it could be used safely for small parrots. My Quaker has been watching it closely!

My reptile knowledge is limited, but think it could be used for some types of reptiles.

I would like to hear of any other uses that come to mind.

This great construction project is only 60.00 at Pet Stuff Resale

BIG BIG kennels at Pet Stuff Resale and a play yard

All eleven plastic and wire kennels fit(snugly) onto my truck yesterday, nesting and stacking nicely eventually, I missed the photo op!

Here's what I have:

The play yard is great for small dogs as the configuration is difficult for them to get their widdle paws in to climb. It is 29" tall and 12 feet long. There are no metal parts to rust so can be left outside.

50.00

This is a 48" long drop pin. Not as convenient as the folding models if it needs to be moved often, as there are multiple pieces, but if it stays stationary, the lower price vs the folding variety may be worth it. This is 65.00.

There are 2 more 48" long drop pins available, both black and have some rust. They are 55.00 each.

These two crates are 50.00 each. The one on the left is a 36" long Precision suitcase(folds down in one piece) in good shape.

The one on the right is a 42" long suitcase with some rust, the tray is not rusted thru, that is surface rust only.

In plastic crates: Furrari 550-this discontinued crate is 3 inches wider than the traditional xlarge plastic crate-30x30x40. It has plastic clamps on the sides rather than screws.

60.00

Xlarge Pet Porter-the regular tan plastic crate-27x30x40

60.00

Pictures of these are available. All kennels have been disinfected.

Thank you Cheryl Jones for facilitating the sale of the 2 Giant crates before I even got them unloaded!

I will be selling near the Greater Good this Saturday instead of BARC and  also on Easter Sunday afternoon.

Email me for my cell number to see what inventory I have each day.

12 foot wide pet gate and a 3 ft tall shoe as a pet bed?

Ok, I am exaggerating, it's only 33" tall.



This is one of the neatest finds I have ever come across in 14 years of business! It can be used for either cats or dogs.


This gate attaches to either side if a door way and can be angled to accommodate various lenghts up to 12 feet. It is 29 in tall and has a pass thru gate. Additionally, small dogs cannot climb it as it has no horizontal bars.  New these run about 150.00, at Pet Stuff Resale it is 75.00.



The shoe is strong enough for Mike, but surprisingly light and easy to carry.
Possibly the neatest thing is that the cover unzips for washing.
50.00