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With winter comes snow, mud and dirty dogs! Take care of your pet’s skin and coat with the following winter care tips from the American Humane Association:
1. All dogs (except for the truly hairless breeds) require frequent brushing regardless of coat type. Brushing is very important to your dog’s health and happiness. Brushing stimulates the skin by removing dead skin flakes, encourages natural oil production, removes irritating debris and encourages blood flow to the skin. It also uncovers skin and coat troubles, such as dandruff, parasites or dry or brittle fur, which may indicate an illness. Failing to brush your dog regularly may result in mats, which breed bacteria and infections and can be very painful for your dog.
2. Dogs should be bathed regularly. Brushing before a bath is recommended, as it breaks down dirt, grime and debris so the shampoo will clean more effectively (and it might also relax the dog). Don’t wash dogs outside; the frigid water from a garden hose is extremely uncomfortable and can make them sick.
3. Treat your dog to a visit with a professional groomer periodically. Dogs with coats that need regular trimming — such as poodles and Shih Tzus — can be professionally groomed every four to six weeks. Many mixed-breed dogs and those with multi-length coats — such as golden retrievers, many spaniels and sheep dogs — can get a professional grooming every six to 12 weeks. Dogs with uniform-length coats — such as Labs, and beagles — can visit a professional every 12 to 16 weeks, but can get by with home brushings. A professional can identify and remove mats safely. In addition, nail clipping, ear-hair removal and anal-sac expression are safer when performed by a trained professional. Professional groomers also have the tools and experience to safely cut and style your dog’s coat.
4. Inspect your dog’s ears frequently. Clean inside the ear only when you see dirt, wax or debris. Use an unexpired canine ear-wash solution and cotton balls to clean the ear (do not use cotton swabs). Squirt the solution into the dog’s ear canal and massage the base of the ear canal for 20 seconds. Then use cotton balls to remove the wax, but only as far down as you can see. Stop immediately if your dog cries, bites or exhibits any sign of pain.
5. Perform inspections of your dog’s skin and coat. Because your dog is covered in fur that can hide medical and grooming problems, you should inspect every inch of the skin and coat with your eyes and fingers. Regular brushing will make the inspection easier because dirt, mats and tangles won’t get in your way. Look for any changes or abnormalities, such as bites, parasites, injuries, lumps or changes in the skin’s color or texture.
6. Remember, it’s cold outside! Dogs with short hair and dogs that get cold easily should wear coats or sweaters while on a walk to keep them warm. You can also cover their feet with booties to protect their pads from salt or chemical de-icers. Wipe off any salt that might get on their stomach to keep them from licking it off.
Some of the information in this press release was taken from “Happy Dog: Caring for Your Dog’s Body, Mind and Spirit” by Billy Rafferty and Jill Cahr. For every copy sold at www.happydogland.com or www.barkerandmeowsky.com, $1 will be donated to American Humane. For more information about the book, you can also visit http://www.americanhumane.org/protecting-animals/happy-dog.html.
For more information about American Humane, go to www.americanhumane.org. Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/americanhumane, on MySpace on http://www.myspace.com/americanhumane and on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/AmericanHumane. The information contained in this release can be reused and posted with proper credit given to the American Humane Association.
About American Humane
Founded in 1877, the American Humane Association is the only national organization dedicated to protecting both children and animals. Through a network of child and animal protection agencies and individuals, American Humane develops policies, legislation, curricula and training programs to protect children and animals from abuse, neglect and exploitation. The nonprofit organization, headquartered in Denver, raises awareness about The Link(R) between violence to people and violence to animals, as well as the benefits derived from the human-animal bond. American Humane’s office in Los Angeles is the authority behind the “No Animals Were Harmed”(R) end-credit disclaimer on film and TV productions, and American Humane’s office in Washington, D.C., is an advocate for child and animal protection at the federal and state levels. The American Humane(R) Certified farm animal program is the nation’s original independent certification and labeling program for humanely raised food. American Humane meets the strong, comprehensive standards of the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance, has been awarded the Independent Charities of America’s “Best in America” Seal of Approval, has met the stringent standards for financial efficiency and accountability required by the American Institute of Philanthropy to qualify as a Top-Rated Charity, and has received a 3-star rating from Charity Navigator, America’s premier independent charity evaluator. Visit www.americanhumane.org to learn more.
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Beyond the traditional diet and exercise New Year’s resolutions, RealSelf.com found that this year Americans are surprisingly open to a number of quick cosmetic makeovers. If money wasn’t an issue, what would you do to improve your appearance?
According to a recent survey of 2,227 adults by Harris Interactive(1) on behalf of RealSelf.com, more than half of all U.S. adults (54%) would choose cosmetic work if money wasn’t a concern, and of those who would have work done, the majority (52%) would choose teeth whitening, starting the New Year off with new-found confidence in their smile. However, just 6% indicated a desire to get Botox to treat wrinkles. Not surprisingly, a majority of women (67%), as well as 40% of men said they would also have cosmetic work done.
While attaining a whiter smile topped the list, both men and women are open to getting more significant work done. Tummy tuck surgery (29%) and liposuction (29%) round out the top three most desired procedures. Interest in other treatments includes:
Procedure* % of Total % of Women % of Men
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Teeth whitening 52 51 55
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Tummy tuck 29 39 13
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Liposuction 29 34 19
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Hair removal 25 31 16
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Face lift 14 18 6
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Laser skin treatment 13 16 7
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Cellulite treatment 12 18 1
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Hair replacement 11 5 20
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Breast implants 10 15 1
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Botox 6 3 8
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* Note: Findings in the chart are based out of adults who
would get cosmetic work done if money were not an issue.
“The New Year is an opportunity for renewal, and many use the occasion to consider changes to their image. We found it interesting that so many are open to a significant cosmetic surgery procedure like Tummy Tuck, in contrast to a minimally invasive Botox injection,” said Tom Seery, president, RealSelf.com. “While cost is a major factor, cosmetic surgery requires a much deeper set of considerations around safety and knowledge of what to expect. To this end, at RealSelf.com you can get first-hand, anonymous feedback and ratings from others who have gotten work done.”
Male Preferences
While the aesthetics industry focuses on and caters to female patients, 40% of men noted they would get cosmetic work if money wasn’t an issue. For those men who would have work done, the specific procedures they showed interest in include:
– Teeth whitening : 55% noted they would choose this treatment
– 69% among those ages 18-34
– Hair Replacement: 20% would want hair replacement
– 30% among those ages 45-54
– Hair Removal: 21% of those 18-24 want a clean look, compared to
men ages 35-44 (11%)
– Breast Reduction: Giving new meaning to the “Manssiere,” 4% of
men aged 55+ would want a breast reduction
While undoubtedly popular among Generation X, wrinkle fillers and other face treatments did not rank high on the list when money was taken out of the equation. Only six percent of adults who would have work done say they would choose Botox if money wasn’t an issue, although the rate among women aged 35-44 is more than twice the level (15%). Laser skin treatments rank slightly higher — 13% of those who would get cosmetic work noted they would choose this treatment, and one-fifth (20%) of adults in the West would use lasers to improve their skin. According to RealSelf.com data from actual patients, the average cost of Botox is less than one-fifth the cost of laser face treatments $450 vs. $2,200.
Contrary to what might be expected, baby boomers are OK with looking their age and are less likely than younger counterparts to elect cosmetic treatments even if cost wasn’t a factor. More than half (54%) of baby boomers 55+ (70% of men; 41% of women) report they would not have any cosmetic procedures, regardless of cost, compared to just 40% among those 18-34. Among the baby boomers who would choose the cosmetic route, facelifts are the procedure of choice for those 55+ (33% of women; 13% of men).
High Interest Doesn’t Always Mean High Satisfaction
The RealSelf Worth It Index [http://www.realself.com/was-it-worth-it] indicates high satisfaction with tummy tuck surgery, but mixed results for teeth whitening, which puts an emphasis on the benefit of doing research in advance. The Worth It Index, which determines levels of satisfaction with procedures from actual patients, tummy tuck, facelift and breast implants are among the highest rated treatments, even with higher associated costs and potential pain/recovery time.
RealSelf Worth It
Procedure Index Average Cost
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Teeth whitening 46 $ 417
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Tummy tuck 84 $ 8,592
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Liposuction 58 $ 5,753
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Hair removal 69 $ 1,539
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Facelift 54 $ 10,520
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Laser skin treatment 51 $ 2,240
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Cellulite treatment 32 $ 2,314
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Hair replacement 44 $ 11,420
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Breast implants 78 $ 6,631
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Botox 60 $ 461
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RealSelf.com is a free community of consumers and board-certified doctors that offers first-hand accounts and information on nearly 300 elective cosmetic treatments. For more details on the survey, please visit RealSelf.com’s blog: www.RealSelf.com/blog.
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What are Shin Splints? /Shin Splints Definition:-
Shin splints are a very common ailment that affects athletes but can also occur in the non-athletic individual. It is an inflammatory condition occurring either in the front of the lower leg or in the back. The cause for each is different.
Shin Splints Symptoms Signs:-
Shin splints are typically brought on by the impact forces of exercise. Shin splints are a common, often seasonal injury that usually occurs when you start to run after a long layoff. They can also result from playing a sport (such as tennis) on a hard surface, changing your style of workout shoes, dramatically increasing workouts, or gaining a substantial amount of weight and then exercising.
Anterior shin splint is due to a muscle or tendon injury and results in pain and tenderness on the front outside of the leg. Posterior pain is typically caused by stressed muscles that help support and stabilize the arch of the foot. Stress fractures should be taken seriously, so if you suspect you have one, you should consult a physician before continuing to engage in any exercise or activity.
Shin Splints Causes Risk Factors:-
Running after a soccer ball, jogging around the neighborhood park or training for a marathon, you’re at risk of running-related injuries. One of the most common injuries is shin splints.
Shin splints is a common term used for a half a dozen lower leg problems ranging from nerve irritations to tendonitis to stress fractures. The most common type that is experienced involves the tearing away of the muscle tissue that attaches to the front of the lower leg.
Shin Splints Treatments Home Remedies:-
Vary the surfaces you run on - roads are built for cars to run on, not humans.
Never increase your speed and mileage at the same time - one or the other, and not by more than 10% in one go.
Check your footwear regularly and replace running shoes every 6 months or so.
Have running shoes fitted properly in a store that specializes.
Always warm up for at least 5 minutes.
Stretch afterwards, rather than before. You may just want to get in the shower, but this is the best 5 minutes you’ll ever spend.
Rest and ice shin splints.
Cycle or row to take some of the strain off your shins.
See a physio and get treatment.
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This girl is!
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“Want more specific help on how candy can fit into your lifestyle?“
These are exact words from the National Confectioners Association (NCA) website. I am deeply moved that someone cares enough about my sweet tooth to offer help on how to fit candy back into my life. It’s exactly what I need.
After reading and scrutinizing the links and information on the NCA website, I decided to share with all of you:
Click here for the Science and Nutrition web page (This page has pictures of vegetables and candy. How nice.)
Click here for the Health Professionals web page
For a really hilarious read, go the the Food Insight web page and click on “The Truth About Sugars” PDF. I found this link through the NCA website.
It absolutely blows my mind that the sugar people are getting away with trying to make a real case for sugar. That they say sugar is not linked to obesity, heart disease or cavities is truly the icing on the cake.
One last thing…..apparently candy is not associated with ill health. Oh goody gumdrops!
“New Study Finds Candy Consumption Not Associated with Negative Health Outcomes As part of a balanced diet and active lifestyle, moderate amounts of candy and confections provide enjoyment.” Read more, sweet things!
