Chatham-Kent K9 First Aid

09/09/2026

Subject: OLD DOG


An old German Shepherd starts chasing rabbits and before long, discovers
that he's lost. Wandering about, he notices a panther heading rapidly in his
direction with the intention of having lunch.

The old German Shepherd thinks, "Oh, oh! I'm in deep s**t now!"

Noticing some bones on the ground close by, he immediately settles down to chew on the bones with his back to the approaching cat. Just as the panther is about to leap, the old German Shepherd exclaims loudly,

"Boy, that was one delicious panther! I wonder, if there are any more around here?"

Hearing this, the young panther halts his attack in mid-strike, a look of terror comes over him and he slinks away into the trees.
"Whew!," says the panther, "That was close! That old German Shepherd nearly had me!"

Meanwhile, a squirrel who had been watching the whole scene from a nearby tree, figures he can put this knowledge to good use and trade it for protection from the panther. So, off he goes.

The squirrel soon catches up with the panther, spills the beans and strikes a deal for himself with the panther.
The young panther is furious at being made a fool of and says, "Here, squirrel, hop on my back and see what's going to happen to that conniving canine!"

Now, the old German Shepherd sees the panther coming with the squirrel on his back and thinks, "What am I going to do now?," but instead of running, the dog sits down with his back to his attackers, pretending he hasn't seen them yet, and just when they get close enough to hear, the old German Shepherd says...

"Where's that squirrel? I sent him off an hour ago to bring me another panther!"

Moral of this story...

Don't mess with the old dogs..

Age and skill will always overcome youth and treachery!

Bull S**t and brilliance only come with age and experience.

09/01/2026

🐾 Third time’s a charm! ❤️

Huge thank you to Nicole & John at Pynie’s Paws for inviting me back to teach Canine Health Canada - Canine Health & Emergency First Aid to their team!

It’s always a pleasure spending the day with people who understand just how important it is to be prepared when our dogs need us most and always striving to provide the best service to their customers/pack. 🐶🩹

Thank you for continuing to support Chatham-Kent K9 First Aid and for trusting me to help prepare another group of canine first responders! ❤️🐾

Until next time, Pynie’s Paws! 😉

08/28/2026

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08/08/2026

We are happy to announce our final Wellness Clinic of the year in partnership with Bright's Grove Animal Hospital!
Location to be announced, stay tuned for updates.
**if you know a pet owner who can benefit from this clinic, please share**

08/01/2026

Grapes, raisins, and even currants can be more dangerous to dogs than most pet parents realize. Even only a few grapes have been linked to sudden kidney failure that may not show up for days, and homegrown or organic grapes carry the same risk.

Veterinary medicine hasn't pinpointed why some dogs react and others don't, or confirmed what makes grapes so toxic, which is exactly why any known ingestion is treated as a potential emergency, not just the large ones.

If your dog gets into grapes, raisins, currants, or anything made with them, call or chat with our veterinary professionals at 800-213-6680.

07/30/2026

Thank you to everyone who has supported Chatham-Kent K9 First Aid over the years. Your encouragement means more than you know.

If you've found value in my classes or simply believe in the importance of canine first aid education in our community, I would be incredibly grateful if you would take a moment to vote for Chatham-Kent K9 First Aid in the First Aid Courses category of CommunityVotes.

Every vote helps support a small local business dedicated to giving dog owners the knowledge and confidence to help their pets in an emergency.

🗳️ Vote here:

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07/28/2026

In Chatham-Kent, emergency veterinary care can mean a long drive to Windsor or London when every minute counts.

Your dog needs you to know what to do & who to call.

Learn how to recognize emergencies, provide immediate first-aid, & transport your dog safely & confidently.

Reserve your seat today: Chatham-Kentk9firstaid.ca

07/19/2026

This 60 second check could save you a trip to the vet $$

A great walk can end with an unexpected emergency...

Not because of heat or animal attack —but because of a tiny grass seed.

Grass awns (also called foxtails or spear grass) are sharp seeds that can work their way into a dog's body. Once they're in, they don't back out—they keep moving forward, causing pain, infection, and sometimes surgery.

After every hike, trail walk, or romp through tall grass, take just one minute to check your dog.

👀 Look closely at:

🐾 Between the toes and paw pads
🐾 Inside and around the ears
🐾 Around the nose and nostrils
🐾 Around the eyes
🐾 Under the armpits and groin

Also do extra checks in areas with long fur and feathering

If your dog suddenly starts shaking their head, sneezing repeatedly, limping, or obsessively licking one spot after being outdoors, don't assume it's nothing.

Early removal is much easier than treating a grass awn that's migrated deeper into the body.

A quick check after every adventure can save your dog a lot of discomfort—and potentially an expensive emergency trip to the veterinarian.

🌿 Do you always check your dog after hikes?

Shared from Canine Health Canada