Huskies Extraordinaire of Cafitachiqui

I had an individual ask me a question recently on MySpace about getting a new puppy and how that would work in with an older established Siberian Husky.  She had said she could not find this particular info covered on any website so I decided to address this concern on our website. 

Yes you can have a puppy with an older sibe.  Either sex is fine as they will train the new puppy.  However, there are various things to know.  You would either need to get a puppy older than 8-12 weeks or keep close to the new puppy for a week or two while the older dog becomes adjusted.  A female dog might initially kill a young pup and is more likely to do so than a male dog. She will grab its head in her mouth and shake it and that can break the dog's neck in several places.  That along with the punctures from her teeth can and will kill the puppy. Females, especially those in cycle, pregnant or nursing a litter see the puppy as a threat.  However, they can be good at taking the new one under their care and tutelage for the most part after the pups reach a certain age. 

Males are not as likely to hurt a puppy. If you have had your sibe a while it should also listen and be attentive to you when you provide instruction in bringing in the new puppy.  An older dog often can fit in better but in this case it would be advised to introduce a female companion, not a male as there would be control issues between two older males.

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Cafitachiqui Kennels practices natural techniques as much as possible in the care of our siberian husky family pack.  However there are times when standard veterinary medicine is needed.  One of the most important of these is to provide the necessary vaccinations at the appropriate times in their lives with only the most important vaccines and in different dosage cycles then that practiced by most breeders and vets. Our sibes receive their DHPP and rabies shots at 8-12 weeks. The Siberian Husky is one of the healthiest breeds and many vaccines are often given to canines that the canines simply do not need and that can in some instances even make your new canine companioin ill.  The multiple combo vaccines that are widely available are overkill in most instances. 

Huskies Extraordinaire of Cafitachiqui utilizes the services of two vets in the state of South Carolina.  One is PetMed Mobile which serves the state of South Carolina with a mobile source for standard veterinary vaccinations for your pets.  This service was begun by Dr. Stan Grist.  The standard DHPP is $7.00 and the rabies vaccine is $5.00.  Click the PetMed link to go to their website to learn more about their statewide program.

Our regular vet is Dr. Faulkener of Faulkener Animal Hospital on the Hwy 9 Bypass; 739 Lancaster Bypass East, Lancaster, SC 29720 next to La Chalupa.  Dr. Faulkener has provided quality veterinary care for most of our other needs pertaining to the health and well-being of our canine family. Their office number is 803-286-8131.

You are the caregivier for your canine famly member. You are the one responsible for their health and well-being.  Be certain that you are making the right choices with your family pet because their lives are in your hands.  Vaccinations may be habitually given way too often and in some cases given unnecessarily. In an article written by Jennifer Fiala, new studies suggest that "Veterinarians must promote the value of the exam and move away from their dependence on vaccine income. Emphasize communication, customization and learning the lifestyle of clients to attract patients to the practice."   Go to the link provided here to learn more about some of the controversial issues regarding vaccination practices American Veterinary Medical Association and vaccine use.

Your canine can be given Pepto Bismol but not with tetracycline.

Your canine can be given Milk of Magnesia but not with tetracycline.

You can give your canine Benadryl but only in a particular dosage amount by weight.  The recommended dosage would be 10 mg for a canine under 30 lbs, 25 mg for canines 30-50 lbs and 50 mg for canines over 50 lbs. However, I would recommended you check with your personal vet prior to administering any type of medications whether OTC or prescription.

Neosporin Ointment can be used on small wounds but not for deep or puncture wounds. The best thing for open wounds is to keep them clean and dry and prevent your pet from licking the wounds.  Their licking may cause the onset of painful and quick spreading Hot Spots. 

What are Hot Spots? Called by various terms such as Pyoderma, Acute Moist Dermatitis or Moist Eczema these Hot Spots can start off small and spread very quickly in the hot and especially humid climates.  Hot Spots can occur from a small flea or other insect bite or wound and grow into large wet or oozing sore spots on your pets' skin. These can also be the result of staph infections or even allergies. A Hot Spot can start as a result an irritant, itching or soomething which causes inflammation on your canines's skin.  Usually the canine will rub, lick, scratch or chew at the site whcih exacerbates the problem.  In a very short time, as little as one to two hours, sores can develop into more serious problems.  Hot Spots are very tender and painful to your pet.