Archive for March, 2006
Breeding Woes
Hello Everyone..
Just the other day, I was talking to a fellow animal lover.. and the topic of discussion was about animal breeding..
He had a ‘special’ cat that he wanted to breed..
Now, bear in mind that this friend of mine LOVES animals as well.. more than himself, I sometimes think.
He is as extreme as I am.. and rescues every animal that he sees is suffering.. often discarding any worries of financial, time and emotional issues recklessly aside..
Anyway, he had this SEVEN-toed cat, a polydactyl, that he would like to see give birth to seven-toed polydactyl kittens..
So, I told him of a time when I thought of that myself.. I have a cat that I considered very special as well. He was an all white cat with two different eye colours, one blue and the other green. He was absolutely beautiful with a great temperament to boot.
I had actually considered allowing him to mate with another beautiful female cat and was excited as to how their kittens would turn out..
But after much consideration.. I figured that if I had space for more in my home, I’d like to help the ones in need out there..
It felt wrong to participate in the creation of more lives when so many out there are suffering and homeless..
I realized that I wanted the kittens for selfish personal reasons.. and for a moment, they became potential “limited editions”..
I reasoned with my friend that, even if I found new homes for those kittens.. I would have preferred for those people to adopt animals that truly needed a home..
So, people.. whatever your reason may be to breed an animal.. please realize that there are many more out there desperately in need of your help, care and attention..
Please do not allow unnecessary or unwanted breeding to go unchecked..
Please spay and neuter your household pets..
For there simply are too many stray animals out there..
And if you own even a single un-neutered pet, YOU are partially to be blamed as well..
Too many homeless animals are suffering out there.. and you have the power to do something about it..
Every bit helps..
Think about it..
Thanks, everyone..
SCCARFS Pet Connection Project
Su
Nursing And Foster Care
Since we never know when we’ll come across a kitten or puppy in need of foster care, we always have these supplies in our respective homes for such emergencies..
The most important ‘must have’ is of course, the proper milk for the orphan animal..
We at SCCARFS Pet Connection Project highly recommend Mother’s Helper Milk Replacer from Lambert Kay.
Over the years, we have tried many different brands and Mother’s Helper has the lowest rejection rate and thus the highest acceptance rate by many kittens from barely days old to couple of weeks old. It comes in a ready-to-use solution.. so no worries about the mixture being too thick or too diluted. Excellent when you’re in a panic and need to nurse an orphan animal immediately.
The vets I work with recommend Milkodog, which is in powdered form. I suppose it’s also for practical reasons since powdered milk keep better and last longer, therefore making it much more economical too.. but personally, I prefer Mother’s Helper and stock up mostly MHs for kittens under my care.
The newborn should have a chance to be nursed by their respective mums before they are separated or fed any man-made formula. This ensures the nutrition, strength and protection that only mother’s milk can provide against some diseases and for that initial spurt of growth.
Generally, very young orphan animals are fed every two to three hours and those older than three weeks every four to five hours. Formula should be at room temperature before feeding. So do remember to do the skin-test before coaxing the little one to suckle. It would be best to allow the milk to cool naturally after heating but when in a hurry, you can run tap water over the side of the milk bottle.
Bottle feed the animal for three to four weeks or until it can lap the formula from the bowl.. and then slowly wean off to soft food or kitten kibbles soaked in milk or water. There is no need to further provide milk once the kitten is able to take dry kibbles and have started drinking water on its own.
Do not feed kittens, puppies, cats and dogs made-for-human milk as such milk usually contain lactose. Lactose cannot be digested by most cats and dogs and normally upsets their stomach and causes diarrhea, and diarrhea is potentially fatal to the younger ones.
Of course, also stock up on kitten chow.. both the wet and dry sort. If the kitten is already able to take solids, wet or dry.. then you can do without the milk..
Thanks, everyone.. and Good Luck..
SCCARFS Pet Connection Project
Su
Note: Please do bear in mind that the above recommendations are based on personal preference and experience..
Political Pets
A demonstrator arrives with her pets for a protest in the Thai capital Bangkok calling for the resignation of Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra.
Photo Source: AP/David Longstreath
It takes all sorts to make the world go round..
Human Ability
If you can understand my words..
And if you have access to my writings..
You are able..
So what’s your excuse for doing so little..
How do you justify your inaction?
Warm and Fuzzy
A dromiciops gliroides, a tiny marsupial found exclusively in the southern Andes of Chile and Argentina, is fed drops in the Chilean city of Chillan, south of Santiago.
Photo Source: Reuters
Kindness around the world..
Seeing the picture gave me a warm and fuzzy feeling..
I hope the little guy survived..
E-Ching’s Puppies For Adoption
Hello Everyone..
This post is on behalf of E-Ching.. She’s currently looking for good homes for six puppies (5 males & 1 female) found at a deserted factory lot in Shah Alam.
Here are their details:
a) Names: Billy, Donny, Russell, Sarah, Specky and Teddy
b) Breed: Local
c) Age: Between two to three months old
d) Health: Healthy. Needs to be vaccinated & dewormed
You can visit the puppies at Bukit Tinggi Animal Clinic, 8 Bayu Nilam 1/B, Bukit Tinggi, 41200 Klang. Please call either Dr Muru or Dr Wee for further information at (+6) 03.3324.0757.
You may also contact E-Ching at (+6) 016.209.3155 if you need any clarification.
Thanks, everyone..
SCCARFS Pet Connection Project
Su
Astrological InFURmation
Hello Everyone..
I have just received this email from a site that apparently churns out astrology charts for your pets..
Personally, I find this rather amusing but if you’re into this.. read on..
Anything to understand your pets better, huh..
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Dear Su,
Have you ever wondered why some dogs howl at the Moon? They could have Cancer in their chart. How about those chatty kitties? Their Mercury may be in social Gemini!
Just like us, dogs and cats are also affected by their signs. They have an astrological profile packed full of “infurmation” about their personality … offering a glimpse of their inner world.
Sun going into sensitive Pisces now is a great time to tune into your favorite cat or dog’s Astrological persona. As the Pisces Sun together with a Full Moon lunar eclipse deepen our senses, let yourself be filled with compassion for all living beings – including your four-legged friends. Learn to better connect with your furry companions … and let their Astrology help.
Our brand new Cat and Dog Astrology reports will give you “cosmic insight” into your pet’s (or the pets of people you know) behavior … to help strengthen your mutual bond. Based on an approximate birth location and date, this detailed report describes your cat or dog’s inborn traits, personality quirks, and what they like to do for fun. You will learn more about their full potential … and their needs for expression and affection. The report also gives you tips for dealing with difficult behaviors … including those that can and cannot be changed.
This unique Astrology report comes in two versions – the Cat Astrology report and the Dog Astrology report. We’re offering both at an introductory sale price of just $9.95 each, for a limited time only. All you need is your cat or dog’s approximate birth location and date, and you’re set. Run a report for your pet, a friend’s pet … or imagine yourself as a cat or dog and run one on you!
If you – or someone you care about – have pets, you know how important they are to your wellbeing. The relationship you enjoy with them deserves good attention. Use the insights you gather from our special new report to enhance your inter-species bond!
Here’s to loving your pet,
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Each Cat or Dog Astrology report includes:
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Tonda And TK
Tonda, a female orangutan, with her friend TK the cat.
TK was introduced to Tonda’s island and indoor living quarters at Zooworld, Florida… after Tonda grew lonely following the death of her mate two years ago.
Photo Source: AP
Awwwwwwww…
Scum Beneath The Rocks
We found these two abandoned and uncared for.. to brave the world on their own..
What sort of a human being can treat such innocent lives as rubbish? ..to be discarded without any regards whatsoever to the little one’s wellbeing..
To call this person a human… would be an insult to us human beings..
To call this person an animal… would be an insult to the animals..
This person is lower than the scum beneath the rocks..
Team Melissa & Najah
Hello Everyone..
We at SCCARFS Pet Connection Project would like to applaud Team Melissa and Najah for their care and dedication towards improving the plight of the stray animals..
They began their animal rescue work only end of last year but they have rescued over twenty cats within that short period of time.. and that takes a great deal of sacrifice..
Their concern for the stray animals and the level of responsibility towards all in their care is truly admirable..
Melissa and Najah.. you guys are great!!
And Melissa and Najah has demonstrated that YOU can do it too.. if you care..
Thanks, everyone..
SCCARFS Pet Connection Project
Su
Words of the Buddha
Words of the Buddha
I have love for the footless,
for the bipeds too I have love;
I have love for those with four feet,
for the many-footed I have love.
Anguttara Nikaya II, 72
Lottery of Klang
Hello Everyone..
This is Lottery..
Lottery was one of those stray dogs that seems to be in perpetual hunger and thus continually scavenging for scraps..
It’s really sad but most people seem immune to such animal conditions nowadays..
The first time I saw him, he was loitering about my aunt’s neighbourhood in Klang.
It took some time for me to coax, beg and convince my aunt to take him in..
Look at Lottery now..
Look at his amazing transformation and how having a home can heal a homeless animal..
If only more people would open their hearts and their homes to those in need..
Thanks, everyone..
SCCARFS Pet Connection Project
Su
