Celebrating World Rabies Day
Monday, September 28, 2009, celebrate World Rabies Day. This annual event began in 2006 as a way to unite people all across the globe against rabies and to raise awareness about the seriousness of the disease in humans and animals. Though it is relatively uncommon in the US, over 50,000 humans, and perhaps even more animals, die from rabies each year - especially in Asia and Africa. The worst part is that the disease is so easily prevented. According to the World Rabies Day initiative, "the tools and technology for human rabies prevention and dog rabies elimination are available." We just need to work together to fight the disease.
Have you done your part to prevent rabies? It may seem like small potatoes compared to worldwide rabies issues, but simply vaccinating our dogs, keeping them healthy, and reporting animals that are suspicious for rabies you are helping to keep the world that much safer. Rabies vaccination is absolutely essential, and fortunately certain vaccines can be given every three years. So, if you are concerned about over-vaccinating your dog, this is a great option. Plus, if your dog is ever bitten by a rabies suspect, you should not have to worry about mandatory euthanasia (which is required in most areas when not vaccinated animals are bitten).
Image courtesy of www.worldrabiesday.org
Monday, September 28, 2009, celebrate World Rabies Day. This annual event began in 2006 as a way to unite people all across the globe against rabies and to raise awareness about the seriousness of the disease in humans and animals. Though it is relatively uncommon in the US, over 50,000 humans, and perhaps even more animals, die from rabies each year - especially in Asia and Africa. The worst part is that the disease is so easily prevented. According to the World Rabies Day initiative, "the tools and technology for human rabies prevention and dog rabies elimination are available." We just need to work together to fight the disease.
Have you done your part to prevent rabies? It may seem like small potatoes compared to worldwide rabies issues, but simply vaccinating our dogs, keeping them healthy, and reporting animals that are suspicious for rabies you are helping to keep the world that much safer. Rabies vaccination is absolutely essential, and fortunately certain vaccines can be given every three years. So, if you are concerned about over-vaccinating your dog, this is a great option. Plus, if your dog is ever bitten by a rabies suspect, you should not have to worry about mandatory euthanasia (which is required in most areas when not vaccinated animals are bitten).
Image courtesy of www.worldrabiesday.org
Seeing a Dalmatian, the first thing that comes into one’s mind would likely to say lovely spots, firehouse mascots or Disney's 101 Dalmatians. The latter resulted in a rise of demand for the breed among families with children. Ironically, because of the breed’s highly active nature, it is not necessarily ideal for smaller kids. However, proper training and socialization can make a huge difference. Dalmatians are often wrongly labeled as daffy, hyperactive and uncontrollable. This behavior, if seen, is probably due to lack of fitting exercise or training. Make no mistake, owning a Dalmatian takes dedication. When raised well, the breed makes an admirably noble and devoted sidekick.
Interested in this breed? Learn more about Dalmatians and decide if this spotted beauty is the one for you. Are you already head over heels for the Dalmatian? Tell others all about these unique, talented dogs and send in your favorite photos.
Interested in this breed? Learn more about Dalmatians and decide if this spotted beauty is the one for you. Are you already head over heels for the Dalmatian? Tell others all about these unique, talented dogs and send in your favorite photos.
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