Welcome to Koratonk
Welcome to Klahz Cattery, an ACFA ,CCAandCFA registered cattery, located in the rustic beauty of North Western Ontario’s Sunset Country. Here at Klahz, we lovingly share our home with two breeds of pet quality and show potential kittens, making some available to carefully selected homes on occasion. We breed Korats and Tonkinese, which are both short-haired cats, from oriental origins, albeit with very different personalities and looks.
We are affiliated with three major associations, as we mentioned above, but also with other catteries, breeders and clubs, so even if we don’t have what you’re looking for, we might be able to help you find it! Also, if you are interested in purchasing a cat, you will definitely want to check out the kitten page, to see who is currently available and our contract/sales agreement so you know what you’re getting into. Remember, the kittens are cute, but owning an animal is a lifetime proposition (at least for the animal’s lifetime…).
Having a cat is a wonderful experience! So, if you do like the ones you see, contact us and we will be happy to find one of ours that suits you. Feel free to follow all the links on the page and download any pictures or text that you like. If you have any questions that the page doesn’t answer, just e-mail us and we will get back to you as soon as possible.
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On a Dogdate – Introducing A New Baby To Your Dog
Having a baby can be a real challenge for anyone, and it’s no less for the dog. While it’s natural to want to give your dog as much attention as you can while you’re pregnant, things sometimes become more complicated once you have a baby. In fact, there are a number of ways to prepare your dog for baby and family. Here are a few tips on how to prepare your dog for your new addition.
First, if you’ve never had a baby before it’s a good idea to take a week or two off. While you probably are not a same-sex couple, the idea of having a baby is so new that your dog might need some time to adjust to it. A little extra preparation will make your dog’s transition to parenthood easier and happier.
If you find that your dog is overly anxious while you’re pregnant (actually, if your dog is anxious in general you might want to stop reading now — it’s making some pretty bad Precious snobbery, unnecessary.) you can start with this simple activity: You will want to put your dog on a leash or secure him in some way where he can’t get away from you. This will prevent him from making an elimination mistake when you’re not around. When you return to your daily routine, continue to put the leash on and let your dog drag it around, making sure it doesn’t become a toy. This will help the dog become accustomed to dragging the leash around as they expect ownership of the leash to follow the arrival of a new baby. This is similar to what you would do if you were expecting the child of a new baby as there would be changes in your routine.
If you decide to allow your dog to have some freedom when you’re going to introduce the baby, you’ll want to start out with short trips. If your dog is prone to anxiety, and you feel the need to ease him or her gently through these types of setbacks, allow your dog to do the majority of the early training with him or her in a calm setting. This allows you to train in a manner that is much easier for both of you.
Carrying the new baby can change your dog’s feelings toward you and toward the baby, as it’s very common for your dog to feel like he has to be protective when there’s a baby in the house, but there won’t be any need to start pawing at you once the baby arrives — and you should never count on this happening. It’s entirely possible that your dog will simply get over his over-consolation. But if you are allowing him to maintain his over-attachment to you regardless, be sure to help him do so in a way that shows him that there is nothing to worry or be upset about.
Young children can sometimes be a real challenge for dogs. Sometimes a dog simply doesn’t realize that they are being unbalanced and may hurt a child when they want to engage in rough play. So to prevent injuries, you may want to train your dog to avoid engaging in these types of behaviors at all. Tug of war, for example, is a game that some dogs absolutely adore, but that can actually give your child the upper paw in a tug of war situation. Another game that is often favored for children and dogs is hidden and seek. If you hide a treat or toy behind a couch or on a shelf, your dog will be able to hunt it out and get it without ever taking his eyes off the treat. This is a game that teaches trust and that while your dog has all these wonderful things to keep him busy, you need to trust him to do it on his own.
If there is one game that is by far my favorite for kids and dogs, it fetches. While I’m not a huge amateur who doesn’t mind throwing a stick or two for my dog, I teach my dog extremely well when it comes to avoiding my hands, and retrieving things for me. This is not so easy, but my dog can learn to give me that special look — the one with the ears back, teeth bared, and tongue out, ready to meet me wherever it takes me.
My son has made it clear that he expects me to buy all the toys he has, and thus far, he’s met that goal with two rabbits and a guinea pig. If he meets my requirements, he gets a Kong filled with peanut butter — he thinks this is a wonderful treat because, like the Kong, it’s hard to get. However, if I tell him to go get it, and it’s not within his expectation, then I give him a simple “outside” command as I point to the doorway, and point to his fluffy, wiggling self as I say “drop it”.
First Aid – Safely Transporting an Injured Dog
If a dog has been injured and needs to be moved to assure its and your safety you will need to follow a few pointers to help make the transition easier for both you and the dog. You will need to first assess the injured dog’s injuries; is it likely to walk or bite or will it just be conscious and make it easier to handle.
Ask yourself a few questions to cover all possible circumstances.
Is the dog likely to be walking or biting?
If the dog is conscious you will need to section off an area at the site of the injury and make sure that this area is safe for the dog. This will need to be done with a few pieces of newspaper as any Spiked or Thick coat clothing will at best become a rope between you and your dog.
Ask yourself the following:
· Whether any open wounds are visible or bleeding· Whether the dog is stable· Whether it is cold or hot· whether there are external parasites (fleas)· Whether skin or fur is missing· Whether external parasites (fleas) are present· Whether the eye has been injured· Whether mouth painful or sensitive· Whether the dog has exhausted all its recovery options· Whether beyond the point of being able to do so
The muzzle may also help in assessing the injured dog if it is a remote dog, especially if this has been nipped or bitten. Kit the dog with a towel or coat if this is likely to be the case, as in the case of a minor injury. A kit would make a useful first aid kit for transporting the dog or for treating the injured dog in the vehicle or on the ground.
Check the airways and ensure that the nostrils are clear, and if possible, keeper the head elevated. If there is any sign of inflammation or greater than normal redness on the nose this should be viewed as a potential emergency, and the dog should be transported as quickly as possible to the nearest veterinarian or urgent pet clinic.
If bleeding from bites is present, apply a muzzle or other salve as quickly as possible. If you have time, clip the dogs’ foot pads to reinforce the injury and get to a vet as soon as possible for further treatment. If you must drag the dog on the ground, do so with care, and be sure to keep the dog as calm as possible.
Blowwell For Dogs
Blowwell For Dogs has been designed especially for dogs after several years of study and research. This device is easy to use and apply, and once fitted correctly will really help to reduce the strain placed on the dogs’ windpipe and abdomen. Usinguzzle options for dogs is extremely safe, especially for those that have deep veins in their hair, and indeed this style of muzzle can also be an aid to Welfare legislation, as it can be an invaluable aid to the dog’s ability to breathe properly in a car or on a plane. Amongst other benefits, Blowwell For Dogscomes is adjustable, making it possible to limit the dog’s breathing range, and also combining a facetiously claimed noise with attractive design and benefits.
Using Blowwell For Dogs
Clip the dogs’ lead to the appropriate length.
If using the system with a dog that can wear a harness, leave the lead on after clipping as the harness will still offer some protection.
To fit the Blowwell, measure from the dog’s nose to the base of the head ( Pensyl). The top of the head (top of the head) should be measured to ensure that the clip will not catch on the top of the head.
With the lead either held loosely in one hand or tugged on with the other, follow the lead with the dog facing it.
As the dog moves, the clip should follow its recorded movement. If the clip turns either to the left or to the right, then stop and turn the lead in the opposite direction.
The dog may twist its head around and then snap its head back into position. Follow the clear Kennel Association guidelines for the correction of any movements resulting in an incorrect movement of the lead.
It is important to run several sessions of practice sessions until both the dog and you are comfortable with the connection that occurs when the clip pulls the dog forward. A special training collar is not required.
Blowwells are also recommended by Briard from rights Dog Training initially. “I put my mark in all the right places, so I don’t get sidetracked. I use it every day with both my 70-pound lab and my 8-month-old pup and have it on nearly every outing.”
What Diet Does Your Dog Need?
When choosing your dog’s diet it is important to consider the fact that dogs are carnivores. Your dog’s diet should be based on this fact. So in order to be an ideal diet, you need to be looking at feeding your dog only meat. Putting your dog’s diet on a vegetarian diet is not healthy for your pet and may not be suitable for long-term consultation. So if you do decide to put your dogs on a meat diet ensure that it is only in the form of meat.
Traditionally speaking if you buy meat as a special treat for your dog then you are butchering your dog’s food. Homemade food is a more natural option for dogs than store-bought, but then again it is a more expensive option. There are some people who argue that store-bought dog food has only become popular because of the famous commercial brands. But do they really? I have never fed my dogs any of the commercial dog food that I see advertised. The reason I do not is that each one is filled with preservatives and rubbish the dog can do with.
All dogs are meat eaters as long as it is being given the correct nutrition. Dogs are also scavengers and will eat the odd dead animal if the need arises. Certain types of meat do not agree with dogs too. They do not thrive on lamb and will not eat it. These foods are available on the supermarket shelves but you need to know which ones are better for your dog. Generally, you are better off giving your dog a good quality meat product.
If you want to make sure your dog is eating the best possible food then you should seek the advice of a vet. The vet will examine the diet your choosing for you. They will check for any deficiencies and other missing nutrients. Another option is to make your own packs. This can be expensive but you will know exactly what your dog is eating and it is cheaper than shop-bought.
So you dog is eating the correct food but is it the right one? It’s no good thinking he is eating the right food because the advertising will suggest the opposite. Also, most veterinarians suggest that dog owners give their dogs a home-cooked diet. It may be more difficult to idle a dog on a home-cooked diet, but it will be sure of providing the correct nutrients that are being eaten.
So you think you have educated yourself enough! Next, up is where do you get some good quality meat for your dog? You can actually go online and find some excellent sites where you can click on the results to buy the meat. Sometimes there are some antibacterial cultures or pet foods with vitamins and minerals included. These are great ideas.
Now you have some fantastic news -You do not have to buy expensive cuts or grades. Your local butcher will have a wide selection of good-quality cuts that are great for your dog to eat. Sometimes the cuts are for tiny dogs so when you get them together they make the best of what is available. Even the boneless chicken parts from the butcher are of exceptional quality. These can include skin, chicken, necks, and any other part you might want.
A cut of meat will come in brown, black, or gray and will be perfectly digestible by your dog. There are many reasons why you should choose to cook for your dog. He will have a better smell, be healthier, and live longer. Many pet food companies are advertising healthy dog food, but they are not. Most have low-grade ingredients and fillers. There are hundreds of brands on the market but you will only get what you pay for.
Your dog actually prefers variety in his diet and will be willing to eat different foods. It is very important when cooking for your dog that you avoid too many salts, spices, and seasonings. seasonings can be bad for your dog’s health and only add to his weight. Your dog is a carnivore, not an omnivore, he does not need to eat all those processed dog foods that are full of corn and other ingredients you can’t pronounce. Also, avoid giving your dog too many table scraps. There is nothing right about begging your dog for scraps and he will quickly lose his appetite and become finicky.
You can create some wonderful dishes yourself, and it is much healthier. It is also fun and surprising. You are going to save a lot of money when you prepare your dog’s food himself.
If you need some help you can become a skilled airtight container cleaner, and just remember, the cleaner the better it is for your pet, don’t trust it with yours.
And don’t underestimate the power of prevention. Start feeding your dog before he has a crisis, don’t wait until he is sick and irritated before you feed him.