I'm sure every pet lover has had something happen at one time or another to their beloved pet. You know the one where they're in pain and you don't know what to do.
The last time Annabelle had an emergency trip to the vet I had no idea what was wrong with her. Her belly was round and hard, she wouldn't eat or take a treat, when I was finally able to get her to go outside she just sat there and wouldn't move.
After a number of hours had gone by, thinking that it would pass, it was still the same so I took her in to see her vet. A couple of hundred dollars out of pocket, x-rays taken and three medicine prescriptions later she was diagnosed with back pain and released to go home. Prednisone, a muscle relaxant and an antibiotic for three weeks and in time she was back to being herself.
On the eve of this new year Annabelle and her best friend, Chloe, decided to duke it out. I have no idea what their fight was about, I don't even think they knew. After almost knocking down the Christmas trees, glass balls shattering around them, the fight ended and all was quiet and back to normal. The next day, however, was a different story.
She woke up moving slow. Wouldn't eat or take a treat. Couldn't go through the doggie door or down the back steps out to the grass. When I did get her out finally I had to carry her back in as she just stood out in the cold not wanting to move.
Being a holiday I waited the day out to see if she'd improve. The next day was more of the same so I called the vet's office and they were able to refill one of the previous medications she had had before without me having to bring her in to be examined. I started her on the meds and then heard from a friend that her co-worker's dad was an animal chiropractor and could possibly help Annabelle. The downside was that he was about an hours drive away.
In the meantime, my friend sent me another email telling me of an animal chiropractor in the Charlotte area and I gave them a call. A little while later I had an appointment with Dr. Darcey.
Wow, what a miracle!
A 15-minute adjustment and Annabelle was like a new dog. Once we got home and she got out of the car, she was running, eating, happy and back to her usual loving self. And all without putting her through unnecessary x-rays or having to take any more medicine. It was less stressful on her and the results were almost instantaneous.
Both myself and Annabelle are very thankful for Dr. Darcey and her wonderful care! She's a miracle worker and Annabelle's newest best friend.
(For more about Dr. Darcey take a look at her website Omni Animal Chiropractic.)
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Miracle for Annabelle!
Thursday, December 31, 2009
Barkley Paws is Expanding!
Barkley Paws Pet Boutique has just added a new Dog & Cat Toys section!
The dog toys we've started with are for those of our friends, like my dog Annabelle, who are hard on their toys. Survivor Tire Trax and Tuff Balls made by PetSport USA are the perfect toys that will provide hours of entertainment. Tire Trax come in three sizes and are great for your dog's teeth too!
For our cats we have some great toys with catnip that will be sure to entertain them for hours, as well as laser chase toys that provide entertainment for everyone.
Check out these and other great products at Barkley Paws Pet Boutique!
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Time to Bundle Up
The weather is turning colder and it's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! Barkley Paws has been adding some stylish cold-weather coats that are perfect for any dog.
New to Barkley Paws are the WeatherBlock XT double face fleece Towncoat and Hooded coat from Animal Wrappers. They are made from the best comfortable and long-wearing easy-care fabrics that stand up to any weather. All Animal Wrappers use easy-open Velcro closures and reflective trim for added visibility and safety and are easy-on-easy-Off.
Not only are these coats reversible, but they come in multiple sizes. Check out these coats and the many others recently added to Barkley Paws Pet Boutique.
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Smile for the Camera!
It's the season of family, friends, food...and the always present camera!
Time for a bath and a hair cut, and make sure those pearly whites get shined up too! Check out all the grooming products at Barkley Paws Pet Boutique as you get your pet ready for the holidays.
New to Barkley Paws is Cain and Able's KissAble Toothbrush and Toothpaste. They can be purchased individually or as a combo pack.
According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, more than 80% of dogs suffer from periodontal disease by the age of two. Help your dog ward of bad breath, gum disease, multiple infections, and heart disease by consistently brushing your dog’s teeth. The unique design of the KissAble toothbrush makes it easy to clean all three sides of the tooth with one stroke. The soft bristles massage the gums while the firmer bristles clean teeth. The vanilla flavored toothpaste is All Natural and is great for dogs and their people!
Buy yours today and check out the other great deals at Barkley Paws!
Saturday, November 21, 2009
For Our Tiniest Friends
Especially for our tiniest friends, a special heated bed that's not too big, and not too small, but just the right size! Check out the newly added Thermo Pet Bed at Barkley Paws Pet Boutique!
This Thermo-Pet Mat™ by K& H Marketing is the ultimate in affordable, portable pet comfort for any small dog.
Its convenient size, 14" x 28", fits almost anywhere, providing a dual thermostatically controlled 102 degrees when in use. The Thermo-Pet Mat is available in 2 colors (sage and cream or mocha and cream) and comes with a removable washable cover.
This bed is recommended for year round indoor use and comes with a one year limited warranty.
And there are plenty more heated beds for bigger dogs too. Check out all the sizes and styles today at Barkley Paws! If you don't see what you're looking for let us know and we'll see what we can do to either get it ourselves or help you find it.
Saturday, November 14, 2009
Time to Snuggle Up and Keep Warm
The weather is changing and it's time to get ready for winter. And to help you get ready Barkley Paws has recently added some wonderful heated beds for large and small dogs. These wonderful beds have an advanced heat dispersion heater that only warm up when the pet is in its bed! They have internal dual thermostats that keep the temperature at a comfortable 102° when in use. When not in use the surface of the bed will remain 12° to 15° above ambient air (room) temperature. They come with a removable heater for washing and they plug into a regular household electrical outlet with a 5 1/2 foot cord. These beds are UL Listed to assure safe operation for you and your pet, are recommended for year-round indoor use and come with a limited one-year warranty. Check out all the beds at Barkley Paws today!
These wonderful Thermo-beds and Ortho Thermo-beds from K&H Manufacturing combine the upscale look of an attractive poly-fiber filled washable bed with the benefit of body temperature heat.
Monday, November 9, 2009
Lectro-Soft™ Outdoor Heated Bed
Barkley Paws introduces the Lectro-Soft™ Outdoor Heated Bed.
I'm proud to offer this wonderful bed. It's the first soft, outdoor heated bed on the market!
This amazing bed comes in 3 sizes and is extremely low wattage. It's perfect for doghouses, basements, garages, barns, sheds, porches or any other outdoor shelter. It is a soft, orthopedic bed and is unique in that it will still provide soft, comfortable warmth even in sub-zero weather!
Super soft PVC is used on the exterior to ensure the bed doesn't absorb water and stay wet like a fabric bed would.
This bed is for Indoor or Outdoor use and comes with a 1-year limited warranty.
Check it out today at Barkley Paws Pet Boutique!
