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The sound of a dog coughing sends alarm bells ringing in most dog owners’ heads. Is your dog sick? Is he choking? Should you call your veterinarian? A dog cough can have many causes, some of which are potentially dangerous. Here is what you need to know about the causes of coughing in dogs and what you can do about it. Why Do Dogs Cough? Dogs explore the world with their nose—and occasionally their mouth. Your dog comes into contact with all kinds of things, including dust, germs, and the occasional grass stem. All of these things can cause coughing, which makes it hard to determine if your d

What’s that? A few white hairs in your dog’s muzzle? Come to think of it, your BCF (Best Canine Friend) catches more zzz’s than usual, and unlike the puppy years, doesn’t fly into a frenzy every time the doorbell rings. Your senior dog is slowing down. Now might be a good time to make a bucket list of all the things you wanted to do with your dog but kept putting them off. Making Every Day Count On a Friday in 2013, that’s precisely what Heather Stevenson of Thousand Oaks, California, did. After learning Wasabi, her 10-year-old Samoyed, CH. Oakbrook Hot N Spicy, CGC, TDI, WS, TDIA, WSX, THD,

Ditto to all the above.

Kathryn, I always think he is looking chunky until he is stripped. Because I only get it done twice a year it is pretty drastic! Down to the underwear this time.

Please stay, Sanford!

A teenager! Glad he seems to love his cuddles -- the humans at that age don't seem to! And he seems quite trim, so I hope he gets his fill of yummy treats. Happy birthday, Gus!

Looking good Gus. Enjoy the day

Just like their owners, dogs are susceptible to minor injuries and are not immune to getting cuts, scrapes, or burns. But can you use Neosporin® on dogs? The answer isn’t completely straightforward. In some instances, applying the topical, antibiotic ointment can help heal your dog’s wound, but there are situations when it is not advisable or necessary to use it on your canine companion. Since most people immediately reach for some type of ointment when an incident occurs, it’s not unusual that your first instinct might be to do the same for your dog. But before you go ahead and start applyin

Happy Birthday Gus! nice haircut.

We would miss your experience and your love and understanding of cairn terriers if you left. I think at the right time a cairn who is waiting and wondering somewhere will find you and you him/her.

of course you must stay here. you know what makes this community work, it is love of cairns and experience with cairns, all of which you have in abundance. we are just so sorry that you and Ruffy parted so suddenly.

Seconded, with emphasis.

Sanford perhaps in time you will find another sweet soul like Ruffy. We would miss you if you left this forum.Just like I miss others like Dempsey’s mum Lori and many more.

Thank you all for your kind and thoughtful replies. Your consolation and support are deeply appreciated at this sad time. This forum has been such a valuable part of my life for so long -- I would like to continue to participate, even though Ruffy is gone. Maintaining contact with the wonderful folks on this site would mean a great deal to me.

I am so sorry, It is so sad. Thank you for sharing him with us. Thoughts are with you. Death leaves a heartache that no none can heal, Love leaves a memory that no one can steal.

oh my, this hits hard. i know he wanted to be with you till such a moment. i have lost a dog very suddenly, it is so hard, especially with a grand man like this. he is so important to you, he wants you to look after yourself. he is with you. yes, you gave him the best life.

Oh no! Such hard news to hear, and I am sure you are grieving for him. You did give him a wonderful life as he gave his best to you. All of us here will miss hearing about his antics and your city adventures. I remember fondly those great photos of Ruffy you posted so often -- in his costume, on his balcony. I had always thought that you and Ruffy should have gotten together with Lori and Dempsey to create a book called "City Dog, Country Dog," as a little take-off on City Mouse, Country Mouse. It could have been a best seller -- on CairnTalk, at least. My thoughts are with you.

I’m so sorry. What a sad loss. Ruffy was lucky to have you, as you were to have him.

oh sanford so sad to hear this news. We felt we knew Ruffy too. You and he seemed just right for one another. For us country folk tales of city life were a wonder and delight.

Oh Stanford I am so sorry. What a lovely boy he was. I always enjoyed all the tales about Ruffy. What a shock for you..my thoughts are with you .

So sorry to hear this, Sanford. Loved hearing about Ruffy living the high (rise) life in Manhattan. Thinking of you & Ruffy tonight with tears and smiles.

I am so sorry sanford. I am so grateful you shared Ruffy with us. I could not agree with you any more strongly -- you and Ruffy really have each given each other the best life. Even our lives have been better for knowing the two of you. Dogspeed Ruffy.

He apparently had a heart attack and collapsed in the lobby of my building and died in my arms as we were preparing to go for a walk. It was not unexpected -- he had been ailing with a worsening heart condition for some time now and I'm thankful that it was quick and that he didn't suffer. I gave Ruffy the best life!...And Ruffy did the same for me!

Mazel tov! Being the best boy, doing the good work. Way to be, Gus. I adore your Cairnlick. Very sporty.

Happy Birthday.....What a handsome boy! You look fabulous from your trip to the spa.