Dec 29 2009
Wishing you and your loved ones a very happy, healthy and prosperous 2010 from Four Paws Acupuncture.
Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your dog’s health care. A special thanks to my dog patients for the kisses and tail wags.
Happy New Year!
jeanie marie kraft, MS L.Ac.
Four Paws Acupuncture will be closed from Thursday 12/31/09 afternoon through Monday 1/4/10.
Dec 21 2009
The holidays are a great time to celebrate with food and festivities. Dogs love a good holiday treat too. Here is a safe recipe to include him in the fun!
Holiday Meatballs for Dogs (and people!)
You will need:
One pound of ground free range turkey or chicken
1/4 cup of shredded carrots (optional)
3 tablespoons of fresh or dried parsley (great for dog breath)
1 teaspoon of salt
1/8 cup of parmesan cheese
1 egg
DO NOT ADD ONION! Onions are toxic for dogs.
Heat oven to 375
Line a large baking sheet with non-stick foil
Combine all the ingredients into a large bowl and mix until blended.
Form into meatballs and bake for about 20-25 minutes. Allow to cool before serving to your dog!
Dec 19 2009
The snow and ice have arrived! Walking your dog in these elements can take a toll on his paws.
Harsh ice melting chemicals and salt can burn your dog’s feet.To protect those paws apply Musher’s Secret or petroleum jelly to your dogs’s footpads. This will help reduce cracking.
Make sure to check in between your dog’s toes for ice and snow. Wipe those paws off when you return home.
Musher’s Secret is a dense, barrier wax
that forms a breathable bond with your dog’s paws.
Developed in Canada for use with sledding dogs, it provides tenacious protection even in the most extreme conditions.
Made from 100% natural waxes
Protect you dog from:
Salt and Chemicals
Ice build-up
Snowballing
Sand and sandburn
Hot pavement
Rough terrain
Available at most pet supply stores and online at:
Dec 13 2009
If you or your dog are experiencing movement problems or pain, or you are just interested in preventative health, try acupuncture!
Acupuncture is a time-tested clinically effective solution to the stresses and health problems of you and your pets in our modern times. The effects of acupuncture and herbal therapy are gentle yet very effective for a wide range of health problems, and it is a cost-effective method to regain and maintain the health of your pet.
Jeanie Marie Kraft, L.Ac. is keeping tails wagging on the North Shore of MA with K9 acupuncture house-calls. Gift certificates are available for house calls or nutritional/herbal consultations for your dog. For more information please visit
FourPawsAcupuncture.com
Dogs…does your pet human need an acupuncture treatment? Gift Certificates are now available at The Acupuncture Center of Salem for acupuncture and/or herbal therapy. Visit the website at www.MyAcuDoc.com for more information.
Wishing you and your family a Happy Holiday Season,
Dec 13 2009
The holiday season has arrived!
Help save fossil fuel and boost your town’s economy by shopping locally this year. Burn off some of those holiday calories by taking a walk with your dog to your favorite neighborhood shops. Be sure to thank all those canine friendly establishments for allowing you and your best friend to shop together!
If you live in an remote area, browse the internet for holiday gifts. Shop any time of the day or night. It’s so easy. No parking hassles. No lines at the register. Think how happy you and your dog will be curled up together at home! Below are a few of our favorite gift ideas.
Sooth the savage beast with music.
Visit your local music or book stores for more.
or www.amazon.com
Solid Gold Cinna-Bones
Wheat-free warming treats with cinnamon! Find at your local pet supply shops and online.
www.solidgoldhealth.com
The Animal Rescue Shop
Pawsitive gifts for a good cause!
www.theanimalrescuesite.com
Dec 09 2009
Four Paws Acupuncture Holiday Hours
House Call Schedule 12/21/09 – 1/04/10
* Monday 12/21/09 1:30-7:00
* Tuesday 12/22/09 1:00-7:00
* Wednesday 12/23/09 12:30-7:00
* Thursday 12/24/09 12:30-3:00
* Closed Friday 12/25/09, through Sunday 12/27/09
* Monday 12/28/09 1:30-7:00
* Tuesday 12/29/09 1:00-7:00
* Wednesday 12/30/09 12:30-7:00
* Thursday 12/31/09 12:30-2:00
* Closed Friday 1/01/10 through Monday 1/04/10
peace love and paws!
jeanie marie kraft L.Ac.
Dec 08 2009
Great Pyrenees
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
“The Great Pyrenees is a very old breed, and has been used for millennia by shepherds, including those of the Basque people, who inhabit parts of the region in and around the Pyrenees Mountains of southern France and northern Spain. More recently, the breed served as the official dog of the royal French court (whose prominence began circa the Middle Ages, and lasted until the middle of the nineteenth century). During World War II the dogs were used to haul artillery over the Pyrenean Mountain range to and from Spain and France.
Males grow to between 110–120 pounds (50–54 kg) and 27–32 inches (69–81 cm), while females reach between 80–90 pounds (36–41 kg) and 25–29 inches (63–74 cm). They live to between 10–12 years of age.
Their coats are white and can have varying shades of gray, red (rust), or tan around the face (including a full face mask), ears and sometimes on the body and tail. As Great Pyrenees mature, their coats grow thicker and the longer colored hair of the coat often fades on those dogs that were not born completely white. Sometimes a little light tan or lemon will appear later in life around the ears and face. Being a double-coated breed, the undercoat can also have color and the skin as well.
All white dogs are not preferred by top breeders for many reasons. White dogs in most breedings are less frequent. It’s not unusual that breedings that result in a high incidence of all white puppies do not have the required jet black pigment on the nose and eye rims. These breeding lines are therefore not, as a rule, desirable in well-bred stock. There are generally all white puppies in most litters. This is normal and these all white puppies can be bred successfully in the hands of a competent breeder. The rear leg bilateral double dewclaws are required.”
The Great Pyrenees sometimes suffer from hip dysplasia and arthritis because of their size. Both conditions can be managed with acupuncture, herbs and Traditional Chinese Medicine.
If you would like to adopt a Great Pyrenees visit the rescue sites:
www.petfinder.com or www.bigfluffydogs.com
Dec 07 2009
Dogs & Devotion
A Celebration of the Bond Between Dogs and Their People
by the Monks of New Skete
A great stocking stuffer for all dog lovers on your holiday gift list!
Dec 06 2009
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Thank you!
jeanie marie