EllenEveBaz

Way to go, Cougs! How did the first accupuncture go?

Just leaving windows open hadn't helped. In fact, the moths evidently put out a call that the car was Party Central and wild moth orgies and associated larval binging on my headliner resulted. Last night I tried a combination safe-for-greys flea spray and open windows. Today, just a few moths and unhappy-looking larvae. I felt it was safe to put the greys in the car this evening.

My car has an infestation of moths or some other small (about 1/3" long) flying insect. I kid you not. I've tried swatting and daily vacuuming, but we're on the second generation. What could I use as a deterrent that won't hurt me or the greys, who ride in the car pretty frequently? I've read that moth balls or crystals have naphthalene, which can be dangerous when inhaled or ingested. I'm a little nervous about putting some in the car even when we aren't in it. Any suggestions?

Why are meat by-products such a major downgrade in this system? My understanding is that they are organs, blood, etc., not hair or hooves. Many by-products such as green tripe and chicken feet are highly sought after by raw feeders. As long as the by-products have a specific source listed -- chicken, beef, whatever -- why wouldn't they be okay? Are there some bad possibilities in the by-product mix?

I'm glad she's doing well and that you've figured out the mystery. It made me think of Mason Williams's "Them Poems," which has one about toad sucking. Williams wrote and recorded the late 60's instrumental hit, "Classical Gas," with acoustic guitar and sweeping violins. He also had poems that he'd chant on the nightclub circuit, and this one seems just perfect for Lulu: Them Toad Suckers How about Them Toad Suckers, Ain't they clods? Sittin' there suckin' Them green toady-frogs. Suckin' them hop-toads, Suckin' them chunkers, Suckin' them leapy types, Suckin' them plunkers. Look at Them Toad Suckers, Ain't they snappy? Suckin' them bog-frogs Sure makes'em happy. Them huggermugger Toad Suckers, Way down south, Stickin' them sucky-toads In they mouth. How to be a Toad Sucker? No way to duck it. Gittchyself a toad, Rare back and suck it!

My Scout had an amputated inside toe on a rear foot when he came to me. I don't know why the toe was amputated. Most of the time it was no problem. However, he did have a mysterious recurrent limp for years on that leg, and one theory was that the additional stress on the other toes might have been a minor contributor. Certainly not a reason not to amputate the toe in your dog's case, but just something to think about.

Way to go, Conner!

They lasted roughly an hour or more. She gives the dog time to check her out, then checks out the dog, asks you a lot of questions, feeds the dog biscuits while placing the needles. ... When the needles go in, they stay in for 10-15 minutes? Both Baz and Scout got so relaxed that they often just dozed while we were waiting. She uses a laser (other people have posted about that in GT) in areas where she thinks the dog may be too sensitive to want somebody messing around with needles. Although those are soft and flexible needles that don't hurt (yes, you know I had to try one). Not like her to take too much time replying. However, if she's traveling (which seems to be frequently), she generally leaves a message saying so on the answering machine.

Wishing Timber and you many extra licks of frozen yogurt.

My secret crush is revealed! Hugs to Cougiebaby. DeVore hours -- She's come to my house at 5 or 5:30, but our location would be on her way home from Greensboro. I prefer contacting her at the High Point number listed in the online directory, just because I think she does the accupuncture work on her own, not in association with Greensboro Veterinary Hospital. The High Point number is a separate line at her house, I think. Scout's home visit costs were around $120 for a standard visit, but more for the first one. Besides the accupuncture, she served as a valuable source of veterinary research and holistic health suggestions for his many exotic ailments and dietary needs. I think she's the main reason he made it through his last 9-10 months. Next time, I won't wait as long to contact her.

We have used the accupuncture vet in High Point -- probably the same one as Saharasmom. You can contact the vet through Greensboro Veterinary Hospital on High Point Road, or directly at her number in High Point (the one in the directory that Macoduck listed). Vet's name is Katharine DeVore. House calls were helpful first for Baz and then for Scout. Sending good wishes for Cougar.

Sending best wishes.

What a girl!

All paws crossed here for Mrs. T.

Sending gentle hugs to you and your girl. I hope the Deramaxx lets her (and you) rest tonight.

Life must just be one culinary adventure after another with Chase. I hope everything is okay this time, too. What were the skewers made out of?

The pictures of her running are simply wonderful. In humans, natural healing after a stroke seems to occur for at least six months afterward. (And beyond, with therapy.) I hope Gracie continues to make even more greyt strides.

Love, meatloaf, sunshine, and painkillers. A greyt combination. I hope every day sees him better.

Good thoughts from here, too.

Sending best wishes.

I am so sorry for you and Soldi on the loss of your wonderful Ivy. May I ask how you are acting around Soldi? If she hears, "Poor, poor baby" from you in a sorrowful voice, this may make her feel even more sad. If you always act like she is the best, happiest, luckiest dog in the world: "Come, Soldi baby! It's your favorite -- time for the beach!," talking to her in a very excited, happy tone, it may help a little over time. Of course it is not a magic cure for grief. Eating. Diane Burpdog taught me that under certain circumstances, just give them what they will eat and don't try to push anything else, until they're eating more regularly. What has gotten several animals of mine to eat was lightly cooked beef or chicken. Sending happy, upbeat cyberhugs to Soldi and gentle ones to you.

Sending a bunch of bright, hopeful wishes.

If your dogs ever do manage to get a turkey neck down their trachea, you could publish one heck of an article. It would kind of be like the George Carlin routine about the kid who snorted an entire cheese sandwich out his nose -- "It's a miracle!" Hoping Minerva's continuing to do well.

Sending good thoughts.