Nylon chew toys are dangerous for dogs!! #2
The toys that Piper had were the Hartz Chew & Clean brand.
These are similar to other chew toys on the market that are of
nylon/polyurethane blend. If your dog enjoys these, just make
sure that there are no broken pieces, and as soon as it starts to
show wear, throw it away. If any of the pieces are ingested, it can
pose serious problems.
Nylon chew toys are dangerous for dogs!!!
Our puppy Piper has been at the vet for 6 days now, and is currently
in very bad condition. She became ill about 4am last Wednesday and
couldn’t eat, and threw up a lot. She spent Thursday at the vet getting
fluids and medication for her nausea because x-rays showed there was
something stuck in her stomach and intestines. Friday afternoon she
underwent surgery and the vet removed some material (which we think
she ate in an attempt to throw up) and pieces of a nylon chew toy. The
chew toy was similar to the Nylabones, with nubs on it. I will be posting
the exact brand as soon as I verify it. There were a couple of large shards
as well as multiple smaller pieces. Today, she took a turn for the worse
and had to have a second surgery, and is now in critical condition. The
reason I am posting this is because after a little investigation, there seems
to be a problem with these types of chew toys, and many dogs have become
ill and some have died because chunks of the nylon/plastic material cuts
up their intestines. The packaging on the toys claims that they are safe, but
I caution against using them. I never would have given them to my dog if I
thought they were unsafe. I am not sure what to do next, but the public
needs to be aware that these toys are not safe.
Dogfighting is for sissies
If someone really needs to feel the adrenaline rush of
gnashing teeth, blood, and possible death, then I propose he or she start
a bar fight with a bunch of drunk men who live meaningless lives and jump
on any opportunity to display their manliness with violence.
Dogfighting is cruel. Given that animals cannot speak for themselves, it is
up to humans to provide for them, and keep them safe. Even if the dog has
a propensity to attack, it does not mean that greedy people should exploit
that trait and let these dogs live lives of pain and suffering.
Dogfighting is big business. I was shocked to find out how prevalent it really
is, and how much money is made in this morbid source of entertainment. I
say..get a damn life and leave the puppies alone.
Dogfighting gives pit bulls a bad name. I own a pit bull, and she is a goofy,
lovable dog. She wasn’t born trying to gnaw off someone’s leg. She does not
attack my other two dogs. She is loved, and trained how to behave, and she
responds just like any normal dog. Contrary to popular belief, they are not
monsters. They are just animals. If they turn in to monsters it is because
some misguided owner has supported that behavior. Yes, I agree that there
are dogs who become aggressive through no fault of their owner. Just like in
humans, there are dogs who may suffer from neurological disorders or genetic
deficiencies. This happens with every breed of dog, and in my experience, a
few cats as well. It comes down to owner responsibility.
I suggest doing some background on animal breeds before making snap decisions
about them. I am not ignorant to instincts and breeding. I understand the argument.
I was once almost attacked by a poodle.
To err is human. To forgive, canine.
I love my dogs. They add so much to my life. The puppy is 10 months
old and she is full of puppy energy. This includes chewing baseboards
and table legs, and digging up Tiger Lilies in the back yard. She has a
great personality and is funny as hell. Middle girl is 3 years old. She is
aloof and distant. The best part is that she looks like she is smiling
all the time. It’s pretty great. I thought she was retarded for awhile, but
now I am convinced that she is in on some great life secret and refuses
to tell. Boy dog is the oldest. He is going to be 8 yrs. old in April, and he
was our first dog. He is loyal and extremely sweet. His patience
is never ending, and he has always been kind to other animals big and
small. Boy dog is sick. It breaks my heart. He has a horrible skin problem
that makes him lifeless and sad-looking. The vet can only offer prednisone
which is toxic, and every food change I have tried has not worked. After
hours of research, I am convinced that his skin problems have everything
to do with being over-vaccinated, and not getting proper nutrients from
the food he ate as a young dog.
Our state requires yearly rabies shots, which recent studies have shown to be
unnecessary and harmful to the dog, (Vaccinations are not good for humans either,
but that is another post) and there are a bunch of other shots they have to have to
be boarded, or just to be treated in some cases. I took him regularly and also
doused him with noxious flea and tick killer, and gave him his monthly toxic
cube to keep the heartworms away.
I fed him “good” dry dog food when he was younger. I never skimped, and
bought the stuff that claimed it was superior to most other dog foods. I read
labels, and from my estimates, it was good stuff. Then, one day he broke out
in a strange rash and it has been downhill ever since. He has had to endure
this for 3 years now, and I know he has to be miserable. One look into
his brown eyes will tell you he just does not feel good. So. I started educating
myself on dogs and their needs. And what they don’t need. The results were
mind-blowing.
The stuff that these companies put in dog food is ridiculous.
Some of the ingredients are not even foodstuff. It is disgusting. Needless to
say, I started cooking their food and using whole ingredients. Unfortunately,
I think his immune system has already been so compromised, that there will
not ever be a full recovery. He is better, and without medications, but has flare-ups that
cannot be easily controlled.
I know now that if he hadn’t of been given approximately 18 shots of toxic
soups such as: distemper, parvovirus, corona virus, hepatitis, giardia
parainfluenza, leptospirosis …his immune system would
be functioning properly. Dogs are resistant to many things, and all
of these shots are worthless, money-making gimmicks that humans
have been convinced are necessary. Bullshit. Many studies have shown
that a rabies shot in a dog is effective for 3 years, possibly longer. Why
then do most states require annual rabies shots? Money. They pay
about 90 cents per shot. We pay $18. Good profit.
Anyway. Like other things I will talk, whine, bitch, or scream about- I
only mean to provoke thought. I do what is best for me, you do what
is best for you. But do it with both eyes open, and armed with the facts.
