0 Don’t Underestimate The Exercise You Get From Dog Walking

Walking your dog regularly? Don’t underestimate the exercise you get from dog walking!

Many say that when you get a dog, you’ll exercise more. Why? Because it’s a requirement for most, if not all dog breeds to have them walk at least 30 minutes a day. Although this time may vary depending on the type of dog, considering that sporting dogs will always require more exercise & stimulation.

But this saying does beg the question, do you really get any exercise from walking your dog? And if you technically do, does this exercise have any actual value to your health?

Answer is, Yes! For one thing, your dog is not the only one that’s moving; you’re also moving! Any sort of bodily movement – even if it’s as simple as walking – makes great exercise.

You’re outside, breathing the fresh air while enjoying the companionship of your furry friend. It’s a lot more stimulating compared to normal exercise, which you might find to be boring.

And another thing – even if dog walking only lasts, probably 20 or 30 minutes it’s still consistent.

Unlike with normal exercise, you can’t just suddenly stop walking your dog*. It’s one of their most important needs. With exercise, consistency is always the key!

*granted, this is the average dog. Some dogs may have health issues, or are disabled. Although those are the exceptions; not the standard. 

Dog Owners, if you need guidance on your dog’s health management do not hesitate to bring your pet to Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Message us here on our Facebook or Instagram account or call to book your appointment 0908-896-7113 (Viber too!) | 8896-6386 | 8896-2860 or email us for further information at makatidogandcathospital@gmail.com.

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

0 Cat Lover: Why You Should Get A Cat

Are you a cat lover? Then read on to find out why you should get a cat!

Cats. Everybody always talks about how great dogs are, but what about cats?

Dog owners often like to say that cats are aloof and less affectionate. However, I’d argue that they’re just more independent and have a different method of showing affection. They’re just meant for a different type of character.

Now don’t take this as me turning this discourse into putting cats and dogs at odds with each other. I love both! It’s just, this time I want to express my appreciation for cats. So here are reasons why I think you’d love to have a cat:

Cat Lover: They’re independent

A cat’s independence makes them a lot more low maintenance! Perfect if you’re a busy student. They can be left alone for several hours, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t bond with them! It just means they know how to enjoy solitary time.

Subtle Affection

Many dog owners express their distaste for cats being “less affectionate.” But honestly, like dogs, cats are different from one another! Some cats can be as affectionate as a dog, licking their humans out of affection. But most often, cats show their affection through purring, grooming, or rolling around you! Cats also do this thing called “bunting” where they rub their head on you- it’s their way of showing trust.

Pest Control

In the olden days, cats were used to kill vermin. Despite their domestication, cats still have that killer instinct to kill pests. Cats are a great way of getting rid of roaches and rats without having to do the work yourself.

Calming Presence

Call me biassed, but I do genuinely feel calm when there’s a cat by my side. There’s just something so..serene and peaceful as they tuck their arms underneath themselves, close their eyes, and sway their tails.

Are you convinced? Then why not get a cat? Of course, there are considerations before you could just, impulsively decide to get a cat. Nonetheless, they are pets that are worth your time.

Pet Owners, if you need guidance on your cat’s health management do not hesitate to bring your pet to Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Message us here on our Facebook or Instagram account or call to book your appointment 0908-896-7113 (Viber too!) | 8896-6386 | 8896-2860 or email us for further information at makatidogandcathospital@gmail.com.

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Pet Happiness Expert
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

0 Dog Adoption: Will You Be My Fur Mommy?

Dog Adoption: Will You Be My Fur Mommy? 

Thoughts From A Dog Living In A Rescue Shelter

Dear Future Fur Mommy,

I’m writing to you from our rescue shelter tonight. 

From the corner, I can see Bruno, an Aspin just a year older, sleeping in a cage he is sharing with 3 others. 

Our rescue shelter is full. 

Every space is taken. 

I don’t always know how we make room for all these dogs, but by the grace of God, tonight we found a way again. 

Bruno came to us tonight, exhausted, his eyelids barely able to stay open. 

He’d been trying to sleep near the subdivision gate, in the tricycle station, near the school. 

He’d rested his head on a neighborhood sari-sari store where 3 men are drowning their sadness in Red Horse.  Finishing the last kropek pulutan, they were eyeing Bruno in a queer way. 

One sneaks behind Bruno while another rushes to hold his paws and punch him in the head.  Bruno’s loud yelps and cries woke up a neighbor who begged the drunkards to let the poor dog go.

It was the kind-hearted neighbor who fed Bruno and brought him to our shelter.

We made space for him in the kennel, offered him some food, and licked the bruises he had on his paws. 

Bruno is now asleep, too tired and traumatized from the experience. 

Bruno is safe tonight because of people like you who care about rescue dogs.

For the rest of us who have been living in the shelter for quite some time, we have not lost hope.

I for one know for sure, that somewhere out there is my Fur Mommy and she is looking for me.

As long as there are people like you, I know that I will find my forever home who will treat me like family.

For now, I will be here waiting for that day when you come and take me home.

I hope it will be soon …

Waiting for you,

Snowy

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If you are interested in giving a fur baby a forever home, call (Viber) 0908-8967-113 or email us at MakatiDogAndCatHospital@gmail.com.

We’ll connect you with people who can help you adopt a pet!

0 What People Do To Save Money To Have Pets

So, you finally decided to become a fur parent!

I want to tell you that it entails A LOT of responsibility.

Getting a puppy is a risky proposition.

• You need to spend a lot on vaccinations and dog food.

• You have to train your pet, so they don’t become destructive.

• It would help if you socialized them with other puppies and people, so they become friendly.

All of that takes a lot of work!

What if I tell you there’s a way to make it easy for you.

It’s through PET ADOPTION.

There are animal-loving groups that rescue abandoned dogs from the streets.

They spend money on their vaccinations, food, and parasite control.

They even take care of their neutering/spaying.

All of those will cost a lot of money!

They even care for them, so they become friends with people and other dogs.

Where do you come in?

You have to promise to give them a good home.

It would help if you could give them a comfortable life.

Of course, you have to love them!

No need to spend for all of what I mentioned above.

You save tons of money.

You give a fur baby a new home.

You get lots of love in return.

If you are interested in giving a fur baby a forever home, call (Viber) 0908-8967-113 or email us at MakatiDogAndCatHospital@gmail.com.

We’ll connect you with people who can help you adopt a pet!

0 From First Time To Adopt A Pet To Surviving The First 30 Days With A Clean Home And A Happy Rescue

One look and one lick, I already know that we are taking our first rescue home.  

His name is Snoopy.

Our fur family excitedly welcomes this adorable 5-month-old rescue … But after 30 days, we are looking for a new home for Snoopy.

What happened?

Weeks before, my sister and I were like giggly teenagers ordering online dog beds, puppy clothes, and cute chew toys preparing for our new puppy. Just want to make sure that Snoopy feels welcome.

That same week, I read an online discussion on pet adoption horror stories. But I brushed these off thinking that they will never happen to us.

I thought I am made of sturdier stuff, that I can easily adopt a new puppy and live happily ever after.

I was wrong!

While preparing to welcome our new puppy, I keep asking this question: “How can I prepare Snoopy to make his stay with us fun and long-lasting?”

… Little did I realize that it was the wrong question.

Based on my 30-day “adventure” with Snoopy, these are the 3 questions that you should be asking YOURSELF so you will survive the first 30 days with your rescue:

1. Am I ready for the responsibility?

Having a new fur family member is an added responsibility. Are you prepared to give the full attention that a playful and active puppy needs?

2. Can my lifestyle accommodate an active rescue?

A 5-month-old puppy is like a child. Snoopy is an active puppy and needs attention. He loves going on walks and extended playtime.

If you have a regular day job, can you give the attention that a puppy craves?  Perhaps a year-old rescue would be better for you.

3. Is my home ready for a playful rescue?

Again, it’s like having a curious child in your home. “Accidents” will frequently happen so toilet training is the first order of the day. Know how to train a pet to keep your home clean and odor-free.

To a young pup, your home is a playground! Everything is a toy! This I learned too late. You see, despite having chew toys, Snoppy loved playing with our slippers, brooms, and chairs. Even our wallpaper is not spared 🙂

Giving him his own space is a great step towards this.

 So you see, pet adoption requires preparation.

It includes preparation for you, your family, and your home. After all, you will be welcoming a new member of the family. So all parties must be prepared.

As you prepare, it is also best that you contact your Vet so you will have a partner in caring for your rescue.  

We will be happy to be your partner at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital.  Send us a message on our Facebook Page.

Call us and have these 3 questions in mind so you will be fully ready and emerge stress-free, happy, and survive the first 30 days with your rescue!

0 If You Are Someone Who Is Planning To Get A Pet: READ THIS FIRST!

Are you someone who is planning to get a pet?

Well,  I want to tell you that it entails a lot of responsibility.

Getting a puppy is a risky proposition.

You need to spend a lot on vaccinations and dog food.

You have to train your pet, so they don’t become destructive.

You need to socialize them with other puppies and people, so they become friendly.

All of those take a lot of work!

What if I tell you there’s a way to make it easy for you.

It’s through pet adoption.

There are animal-loving groups that rescue abandoned dogs from the streets.

They spend money on their vaccinations, food, and parasite control.

They even take care of their neutering/spaying.

All of those will cost a lot of money!

They even care for them, so they become friends with people and other dogs.

Where do you come in?

You have to promise to give them a good home.

No need to spend for all of what I mentioned above.

You save tons of money.

You give a fur baby a new home.

You get love in return.

If you are interested in giving a fur baby a forever home, call (Viber) 0908-8967-113 or send us a message in our FB Page Makati Dog And Cat Hospital.

—-

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS, Diplomate PCCP

Makati Dog and Cat Hospital

0 A Proven And Easy Way To Get Healthy While Improving Your Relationship With Your Pet

Life has become so busy nowadays.

People are doing too many things, and everybody needs to remember what’s important in life.

An important example of this is health.

With all the things you need to do, you forget that you must keep yourself healthy.

Not only for yourself but also for your family, work and pets.

One of the essential factors to getting healthy is getting enough exercise.

The problem is, do you have the time?

Going to the gym takes a lot of effort and investment.

You have to pay monthly fees.

If possible,  you also need a trainer to ensure you exercise correctly and safely.

Another thing is, do you have the time?

Going to the gym and coming home will eat a lot of hours.

And that is time away from your fur baby.

What should you do?

Just accept that you’ll never be healthy?

A simple solution is walking with your dog!

Walking has a lot of benefits for both of you.

It will:

• Lower Blood pressure.
• Enhance your cardiovascular fitness.
• Improve your muscles.
• Give you stronger bones.
• Stimulate you mentally.
• Increase the bond between you and your pet.
• Walking takes a little time.

All you need is to start with a daily 15-minute walk.

You can extend this to longer walks as you get fitter and if you have more time to do it.

It’s also flexible; you can do it anytime during the day.

Just make sure it’s not too hot or too cold to walk.

Choose a safe path.

Use a comfortable collar or harness.

You also need to bring water when they get thirsty.

Of course, it’s best to have your fur baby fully vaccinated.

It would be best if you have preventives against parasites.

These are ticks and fleas that they may get from the environment.

Call us at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital.

We’ll give you the protection your fur baby needs when you walk with them!

0 Are You Scared Of Vampires?

Twilight.

Interview With The Vampire.

Buffy.

Vampire Diaries

All the different stories about the legend of Dracula.

A lot of stories have been written about vampires.

People are obsessed with them.

Just check all the books, comics, movies, and TV shows that tell us stories about these bloodsuckers.

There are even documentaries about them.

But did you know that the mythology of vampires may have come from a real-world menace?

This threat to society comes from a virus-caused disease which is Rabies!

If you think about it, many of the peculiarities of vampires in legends are signs caused by rabid animals or people.

Signs like:

• Sensitivity to light
• Biting others
• Hydrophobia or an extreme fear of water

Rabies is a hazardous disease that is present in more than 150 countries!

It can virtually affect all warm-blooded animals, including humans.

Once any susceptible organism gets infected, it is most likely fatal.

According to the WHO, it kills at least 59,000 persons a year.

However, it is believed that this is an underestimation.

As veterinarians, we always think of the possibility of rabies infection on the animals that we handle.

Rabies: Should It Be Given Annually?

Especially in the Philippines, where we are considered a high-risk country for the disease.

We get regular vaccinations against Rabies to protect ourselves.

What about our pets?

Dogs comprise about 98% of the animals infected with Rabies in the Philippines.

Next in line are cats.

If they get infected with the Rabies virus, they will suffer horribly before they die.

In addition, they become dangerous for people and other animals.

That is why you must get ALL of your fur babies vaccinated against this disease.

Not only will you be protecting your pets, but you are also protecting yourself and your family from this horrible threat.

Rabies Prevention Tips: What To Do To Lower The Risk

Call us now at 0908-896-7113/  8896-6386 / 8896-2860 for an appointment so we can give you the protection your pet needs against RABIES!

Be social! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram. Share your cute pet photos on our social media accounts and get featured!

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS, Diplomate PCCP
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

0 I Hate Amputations!

I had to perform a hindleg amputation on a rescued dog.

Let’s call him “Hope.”

We saw that one of his hindlegs was terribly mangled, which had a terrible infection.

There was pus everywhere … and there was no other way to save the leg.

We decided to do an amputation from the hip down for the patient to survive.

I hate amputations!

Maybe it’s because I picture myself going through this.

Imagine what it would be like to lose a limb.

How does it feel like and what would life be after?

It’s even worse for animals because they have no idea why this happened to them.

They just wake up with lots of pain AND THEN miss a leg.

But it had to be done.

Think about it.

There are groups of people who check on homeless dogs.

If they see they’re not okay, they rescue the fur babies and make sure they get proper treatment.

Like Hope.

There are just too many stray animals in Metro Manila.

You can say there’s overpopulation.

Why is that?

It’s mainly because a lot of people do not have their pets spayed or neutered.

If left alone, dogs and cats would reproduce to unmanageable numbers.

Then they’re given away or left to fend for themselves.

Just like Hope.

He had it bad and needed to have an amputation.

Luckily someone saw him so he could get proper medical care.

Let’s all do our part to have fewer stray animals on the streets.

If you have a pet dog or cat, you can call us at our Hotlines: 0908-896-7113/  8896-6386 / 8896-2860.  Ask us how we can have them spayed or neutered.

Remember, if we all pitch in and do our part, there will be fewer fur babies suffering in the world!

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS, Diplomate PCCP
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC

Be social! Connect with us on Facebook and Instagram. Share your cute pet photos on our social media accounts and get featured!

0 Steph and Sophie

I’ve met so many animal lovers through the decades.

All of them have this passion for animals.

They can’t bear witnessing a fur baby suffering.

Let me introduce to you a mother-and-daughter team.

I met Steph decades ago.

She is the daughter of Dr. Ed de la Cruz (a good friend and a colleague of my father),  one of the most prominent vets of the Philippines based in Cebu.

Steph didn’t follow her dad’s footsteps as a veterinarian, but she inherited his love and compassion for animals.

For several years, she has been rescuing both Cats and Dogs in Metro Manila and Metro Cebu.

She’s been active in several animal rescue groups,  mainly Cat Crusaders for decades.

She would bring her rescues at Makati Dog and Cat Hospital and make sure that they recover and become healthy.

All of this from her own pocket!

Tagging alongside her is her daughter Sophie.

She has been helping her mom rescue cats (and also dogs), nurturing them back to health.

Sophie plans to study Veterinary Medicine in the US soon.

She is continuing the legacy of her granddad and mom.

Her mom will also be accompanying her in the US with.

Too bad.

The Philippines will be missing their compassion and kindness real soon.

Enjoy peace of mind,

Dr. Sixto Carlos, DVM, MS
Makati Dog and Cat Hospital
Serving Pet Parents near Mandaluyong, Makati, and BGC