Setting the Standard of Breeding Excellence!
A Safety Tip for the “Dog Days” of Summer
Something to always keep in mind during the hot summer months!
Checking Your Dog’s Mouth For Ticks!
Everyone knows to check their dogs for ticks, frequently....but did you know that you should also check in their mouths?
Chocolate Poisoning in Puppies
Chocolate poisoning is common around the holidays—Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Valentine’s Day, and Easter—when lots of candy is available. Puppies get into chocolate most often because of their curious nature. All dogs are at risk for chocolate poisoning, but...
Poison Warning
Sago Palms are very popular as indoor and outdoor ornamentals. THEY ARE VERY POISONOUS TO DOGS. The leaves, bark and seeds are all highly toxic and can kill a dog very quickly. If they eat any part, immediate treatment is necessary. Please be...
Dewclaws, Running and Arthritis….Is there a link?
Dewclaws are the fifth toe which dogs almost always have on the inside of the front legs and occasionally also on the hind legs. There has been much debate regarding dewclaws. It can be a breeders practice to remove this “extra” toe just after birth. We at...
The Truth About Heartworms
For the past several years, veterinarians and pharmaceutical companies have teamed up in a marketing campaign to frighten pet guardians into giving year-round heartworm preventatives to both dogs and cats. The campaign has really ramped up this year. They say they’re...
Caring for Your Senior Pet
NOTE: Because there can be gaps in nutrition and exposure to toxins in our environment, disease and free radicals can cause your aging pet to develop some problems as they grow older. I’ve had several friends over the years with older dogs such as Golden’s, Labs,...
Top 10 Toxins and Poisons for Dogs
1. Chocolates 2. Insect bait stations 3. Rodenticides (mouse and rat poison) 4. Fertilizers 5. Xylitol-containing products such as sugar-free gums and candies 6. Ibuprofen 7. Acetaminophen 8. Silica gel packs 9. Amphetamines,...
Did You Know?
Dogs have been called “Man’s Best Friend” for hundreds of years. In the United States and all over the world, dogs are the most popular pet to have. More than 1 in 3 American families own a dog. Not only do we love our dogs as pets, but we love...
Getting Your Cavachon Puppy Accustomed to a Collar and Leash
Harness or Collar…..that is the question We at Cavachons by Design always recommend our new puppy owners start off training their new puppy with a body harness. If you desire to graduate to a collar when your little one is older, that is perfectly fine. A proper...
Four Important Commands to Teach Your Cavachon
Do you want to train your puppy/dog the fun way? Try positive reinforcement training! What’s not fun about treats, attention, and best of all your company! First, you want to teach him to COME. Start by using a long leash on your dog in a small fenced in area or a...
Beware of Giving Your Cavachon Rawhide Chews
Did you know that bully sticks, cow trachea, cow hooves and other natural dog chews are much healthier than rawhide chews? *Rawhide chews are hard to digest and can cause gas and stomach upset in your Cavachon. *Rawhide chews can be a choking hazard if your...
Do You Know The Importance Of A Good Supplement?
At Cavachons by Design, we work so very hard to provide you with the healthiest puppy possible! We spend a lot of time caring for your puppy before he/she goes home to live with you. Not only do we breed the best possible parents but we also we provide the best...