Pet trapped in hot car beeps horn until he is saved

A smart dog knew he needed to get out of the car during the recent heat wave. We've been writing posts and putting up photos about how to keep dogs cool and also advising people to never leave dogs or cats in cars in the heat (or cold), but this is a first time we've ever written up this kind of a story.
Last week, we wrote about the Maltese that died in a van when its owner went swimming. Max is an exception to that sad story, according to television station WFMZ.
Donna Gardner of Allentown, Pa., was running errands recently. She says she doesn't know what made her forget Max was with her but when she went home, she left him in the car. She didn't know it until an hour later when she heard the car horn. Max was thumping it. At first she didn't see anything in the car, and went back to cleaning.
Then the horn honked again, and she looked outside and saw Max sitting in the driver's seat. She took him out of the car, cooled him down with wet rags, gave him water and called the vet. Max, an 11-year-old chocolate Labrador, is fine. His family is lucky.
If you have an active dog who doesn't want to slow down in the summer, check out this story about vests and collars you can buy for your pet to help keep them cool.

By USA Today


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Dog’s heat death prompts warning

Animal welfare agents issue tips to keep pets
cool as temperatures soar into the high 90s.

After a dog died this week of heat exhaustion in what animal welfare officials are calling the first such call of the season, the Butler County Dog Warden and Animal Friends Humane Society are urging people to protect their pets from the heat.

As temperatures soared into the high 90s, animal welfare agents have issued tips to keep dogs and other pets, especially those kept outside, safe.

Most importantly, they say, do not leave dogs in hot cars.

“Even in the shade, with windows cracked, temperatures inside a vehicle can easily top out over 100 degrees,” said Dog Warden Chief Julie Holmes. “These tragedies are easily prevented.”

Other tips include:

• All animals should have access to shade and fresh water.

• Water should be changed frequently so that it does not become too hot to drink.

• Water bowls should be secured so that they do not get knocked over.

• Dog houses should be moved to well shaded areas and off concrete pads, as concrete can hold in heat making it harder for dogs to cool themselves down.

• Make sure chains and cables are not tangled or hooked or could become hooked on debris, keeping the dog from getting to shade or shelter.

• Make sure dogs are not confined in hot garages or porches and have adequate ventilation.

• When possible, bring dogs or smaller animals inside to a cooled area, especially older dogs and puppies that have a tough time in extreme heat conditions.

“If you think your animal is victim to heat exhaustion immediately remove them from direct sun and stop all activity,” said Meg Stephenson, executive director of Animal Friends Humane Society. “Use cool water on the head, pads of feet and groin area to reduce body temperature to a normal state. Offer small amounts of water and contact your veterinarian for further care.”

By Josh Sweigart

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The American Eskimo - The Dog With 3 Names

Trick question - What is the difference between the German Spitz, American Spitz And American Eskimo?

Straight answer - Only their names!

The beloved American Eskimo comes from a family of dogs known as the "Spitz". They originally originated somewhere around Scandinavia and Russia. Now a Spitz is known for its many wolf-like characteristics. Such as the erect pointed ears, double coating and moderation in body proportion. And odds are, it may have just been one hundreds of thousands of years earlier. Or at least, lived with wolves.

Spitz migrated to various parts of Europe and Asia and when humans finally adopted them - they put them into subgroups. And subgroups were distinguished and called by region they were found in. Such as the Sweedish Spitz, Japanese Spitz, Russian Spitz, Japanese Spitz and German Spitz.

And if you look at all the various spitz subgroups out there, you'll find that your Eskie, tends to look a lot like their Spitz cousins! Sometimes - they're almost look-alikes. Like the Japanese Spitz!

Our American Eskimo originally came from Germany. So they called it a German Spitz over a hundred years ago. But German immigrants brought their beloved Spitz over to America. And since its now in America - they called it the American Spitz.

However, during and after WW1 - there was a lot of Anti-German sentiment running around. So the Eskies name was changed from the American Spitz, to the American Eskimo. It was considered more patriotic than calling it a Spitz. Its sort of the same thing as Congress attempted to rename French Fries to Freedom Fries. And in retaliation, the French renamed American Cheese to Idiot Cheese.

Ah History! So hopefully this clears up any misunderstandings about the actual name of the breed. Today, its known as the American Eskimo. And lets hope it stays that way for another couple hundred years!


By Erik Vasender

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