Resources
Rescues:
Dachshund Underground Railroad
Almost Home Dachshund Rescue
Dachshund Rescue of North America
Dachshund Rescue Web Page
The Dachshund Club of Southwestern Ohio
Coast-to-Coast Dachshund Rescue
Central Texas Dachshund Rescue
Pet Finder
The Petwork
People Assisting Animals in Need ~ This is a wonderful site for all types of animal rescue groups
Trainers:
Bert Childs Dog Training, Panama City Beach, FL ~ 850-233-0053 ~ Bert has also written a book called “Shaping the Wolf Within Your Dog” by Nathan B. Childs and it can be found on Amazon.com.
Dog Training in Tampa Florida ~ Tampa dog trainers specializing in private in-home dog training. Serving Hillsborough County and Pasco County, FL
Web Sites, Articles, Partners, etc.:
Meet Me at the Rainbow Bridge ~ Dr. Kenneth Newman’s life story is narrated in retrospect, emphasizing the importance of the dogs that have shared his life. It is furthermore an appeal to the hearts and minds of pet owners that the legal status of pets must be elevated above the level of mere property, the status they are now granted in our legal system.
Spot Low Cost Spay/Neuter Clinic ~ Spot is dedicated to ending pet overpopulation by educating the public about the importance of spay/neuter and adoption
Wonderpuppy.net ~ Comprehensive website with information on back issues, mobility, carting and cancer in dogs.
LoveyLoaves ~ a pet advocacy and wellness non-profit group.
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Aggression:
http://www.k9aggression.com/Aggression/aggression_types.html ~ Aggressions defined
Allergies:
http://www.holistic-vet.ca/articles/The%20Allergy%20Cover-Up.htm ~ A holistic approach
http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/petallergies.htm#vinegar ~ A holistic approach
http://healthypets.mercola.
http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2011/09/15/help-your-dog-overcome-these-common-allergies.aspx
Anal gland impaction:
http://carrboroplazavet.
http://healthypets.mercola.
http://healthypets.mercola.
Autoimmune disorders:
http://www.drplechner.com/articles.php
http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_imha.html ~ Immune mediated hemolytic anemia conventional treatment
http://www.optimumchoices.com/Immune_Mediated_Hemolytic_Anemia-IMHA.htm ~ IMHA holistic treatment
Back issues:
http://users.cyberport.net/~milnerwm/fastfacts.html ~ A layman’s website with symptoms of IVDD, blown disk, costs around the country for back surgery.
http://www.dodgerslist.com/ ~ Support and information for Intertebral Disc Disease (especially for dachshunds)
Behavioral issues:
http://www.cesarsway.com/
Bloat:
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+1571&aid=402
http://www.adoptagolden.com/k9stuff/vetcorner/bloat.htm
http://docs.lib.purdue.edu/dissertations/AAI3099198/
http://www.ewg.org/pethealth/report/fluoride-in-dog-food/news-release
Cancer:
http://www.wonderpuppy.net/ ~ In addition to oncology, also offers information on downed dogs and carts, plus much more.
Congestive heart disease:
http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1939-1676.2009.0392.x/full
CHF supplement protocol:
Table 1. Nutrients for Cardiovascular Disease in Dogs
NUTRIENT DOSE MECHANISM OF ACTION
COQ10 100-400 mg daily Electron carrier in cellular
respiration and oxidative
phosphorylation; antioxidant
L-carnitine 500-2000 mg daily Transports long-chain fatty
acids to beta-oxidation sites
in the mitochondria
Taurine 500-1500 mg daily Regulates natriuresis and
diuresis; has a positive
inotropic effect on myocytes;
decreases lipid peroxidation
Omega-3 fatty acids 500-2000 mg daily Lower triglycerides; have
anti-inflammatory,
hypotensive, antiarrhythmic,
antivasopressor, and anti-
intimal thickening effects
Vitamin E 200-500 IU daily Prevents LDL oxidation and
free-radical mediated damage
to the myocardium
Cushings:
http://caninecushings.net/
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+1597&aid=416
http://www.cushingsdiseaseindogs.org/
http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2010/09/21/cushings-disease-caused-by-pet-stress.aspx
http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2010/09/23/hormone-imbalance-caused-by-spaying-or-neutering.aspx
Dachshund Breed/History:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dachshund ~ General Wiki info on the breed/history
Dachshund Colors:
http://www.dachshund.org/article_double_dapple.html
http://www.svdachshunds.com/colorspatterns.htm
http://www.anipaltimes.com/2011/06/double-dapples-the-risk/
Dental care:
www.petzlife.com
Diabetes:
http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2010/03/31/pet-diabetes-symptoms.aspx
http://www.caninediabetes.org/supportgroups.html ~ Listing of support groups
Distemper:
http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=1733
http://www.edbond.com/distemper/ODEtreatmentinthecanine09.html ~ New treatment for distemper.
Drugs and medications:
http://www.lowchensaustralia.com/health/drugs.htm
Ear infections:
http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/ahealth3.htm#ear
Epilepsy:
See “Seizure Disorders” below
Flower essences:
http://www.petsynergy.com/flower.html
http://www.rainbowcrystal.com/bach/floweran.html
http://www.bachflower.com/Pets.htm
Food:
http://www.dogaware.com/diet/index.html ~ Comprehensive site on diet options for dogs, including how to choose the best commercial foods, home-cooked, raw. Guidelines on what to look for and what to watch out for in commercial products.
http://www.bornfreeusa.org/facts.php?p=359&more=1 ~ “What’s really in pet food”
http://www.truthaboutpetfood.com/
http://www.api4animals.org/facts.php?p=359&more=1
http://catinfo.org/ ~ For households including kitties
http://www.truthaboutpetfood.com/articles/pet-food-calorie-mis-information.html ~ Pet Food Calorie Mis-Information
Gentle Heartworm treatment:
http://www.dogaware.com/health/heartworm.html
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20144506
http://en.allexperts.com/q/Alternative-Medicine-Pets-3721/indexExp_114417.htm ~ critter oil and nosodes for heartworm treatment
Heart disease:
http://healthypets.mercola.
Heat Stroke (Hot Dogs in Hot Cars):
http://mydogiscool.com/b_link.
Holistic care:
http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/index.html ~ Comprehensive source for holistic care of animals (and people).
Holistic veterinarian locator links:
www.holisticvetlist.com
http://www.tcvm.com/
http://www.vetlocator.com/ ~ Conventional and holistic vets
How to read blood tests:
http://www.sniksnak.com/cathealth/labreports.html
http://www.sniksnak.com/doghealth/values.html
Leptospirosis:
http://www.2ndchance.info/leptospirosis.htm
Lost Pet:
Lost your pet?
Lyme and other tick borne diseases:
http://www.aldf.com/RMSF.shtml
http://www.dogsandticks.com/
http://www.petsandparasites.org/
Natural flea and tick control:
http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/natural-flea-and-tick-control.aspx
www.petzlife.com
Pancreatitis:
Holistic care:
http://www.natural-dog-health-
http://www.nativeremedies.com/
http://www.thewholedog.org/artpancretitis.html
http://holisticvetpetcare.com/
Conventional care:
http://vetmedicine.about.com/
Poisons and Toxins:
1-800-222-1222 is the National Poison Control Center ~ *Free* Hotline (listed on the front inner page of all phone books, 24/7 assistance)
http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/(888) 426-4435 $65 per call, 24/7 assistance.
http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/plants/ Searchable database toxic/non-toxic plants
http://www.aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control/top-10-pet-poisons-of-the-year.aspx
http://beardie.net/hobo/advice/poisonous.htm
http://www.doctordog.com/dogbook/dogpoison.html
Doggie Emergency things to have on hand ~ Peroxide for inducing vomiting when applicable; activated charcoal for absorbing toxins when vomiting is not recommended.
SARDs (Sudden Acquired Retinal Degeneration syndrome):
http://www.sardsawareness.org/
Seizure Disorders:
http://www.canine-epilepsy-guardian-angels.com/
Canine Epilepsy Info (more)
How to Treat Dog Seizures ~ This link was submitted to FLDR from Julie, a 5th grader in Mrs. McVey’s class at Maplewood Elementary School in Indiana. Julie has a seizure disorder puppy and wanted to help others with epi dogs.
Stroke:
http://www.petwave.com/Dogs/Dog-Health-Center/Brain-Spinal-Cord-Nerve-Disorders/Stroke/Causes.aspx
http://www.suite101.com/content/what-is-canine-vestibular-syndrome-a51752
Support groups:
www.abledogs.net ~ Mainly for back issue dogs but other health problems are discussed
www.dodgerslist.com ~ Back issue dogs, mainly dachshunds
Vaccinations & Awareness:
www.rabieschallengefund.org ~ Not for profit research project studying duration of protection for commonly given vaccinations for animals.
http://www.itsfortheanimals.com/DODDS-CHG-VACC-PROTOCOLS.HTM ~ Information on titering and vaccination protocols
http://www.dogs4dogs.com/blog/2009/09/09/combination-shot-for-dogs/ ~ Information on combination shots
http://www.thedogplace.org/VACCINES/Rabies-exemption-form-exempt-states-10073.asp ~ Rabies exempt form and states that offer it (FL included)
http://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/purdue-vaccination-studies/
Good News About the Latest Canine Vaccination Guidelines
Doggie Emergency things to have on hand:
Peroxide for inducing vomiting when applicable; activated charcoal for absorbing toxins when vomiting is not recommended.
****Florida Dachshund Rescue is not qualified to and does not offer medical advice nor does it endorse any specific products, techniques, or external links. You should always seek the advice of your veterinarian in considering anything that will impact your pet’s health. These links, articles, and any opinions expressed by FLDR or any member of FLDR are for informational purposes only. FLDR presents this information only as starting point for research that pet parents may wish to pursue on behalf of their furry companions and is not responsible for content on any of these independent links. Each pet parent must decide what they think will benefit their own animals and is responsible for any consequences of their decisions or actions.******