Long and hot summer days can be a mixed blessing for dogs. Usually summer means more fun times outside with people and other dogs, but it can also bring on problems like getting over-heated, goat heads stuck in paws, bee stings, maybe even not so nice encounters with cats who are tougher than they look, raccoons, or poisonous plants. Dogs being dogs, things can happen - and you may find yourself having to do some first aid or rushing your dog off to the vet in an emergency.

We carry a large assortment of books, DVDs, and products relating to health care for dogs, many of which specifically deal with first aid and emergencies - click here for some suggestions. The Safe Dog Handbook and the Pet Emergency Pocket Guide are two of the more recently published first aid oriented books, but there are many more to choose from as well.

Rushing off to the vet brings up another subject. Most of us humans have learned to be advocates for ourselves when we deal with doctors. We know our bodies; we have a pretty good idea of the kinds of treatments we are willing to accept. Our book of the week, Speaking for Spot, encourages all dog owners to take the time to become an informed advocate for our dogs vis-a-vis vets. Don't wait for an emergency visit to the vet, become more educated so that you can make sure your dog gets the best care. Speaking for Spot by Dr. Nancy Kay has had very positive reviews and is on sale this week at a 25% discount, only $14.96. If this subject intrigues you, consider Vet Confidential by Louise Murray DVM as well.

Thanks from all of us at Dogwise - and stay healthy during the dog days of summer!

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