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2011 A Cavalier Year in Review!

November is here and 2011 is heading off into the sunset!  That means it's time for our Cavalier Corner 2012 Calendar contest.  Check out our gorgeous entries so far!

Submissions will be accepted through November 12. Voting will begin shortly after.   For complete details on entering and voting, check here:  http://www.cavaliercorner.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=1283

We hope you enjoy this lovely slideshow of gorgeous dogs.

Adorable Cavalier Book - With Proceeds to Rescue!

Karen Schoen wrote this fun and freespirited book based on the every day lives of her dogs, Meg and Snapper. Karen's humor and wit really compliment her beautiful photography. This is a fun read! Karen gives Meg and Snapper the voice to impart, upon the reader, the wisdom that every dog possesses! If you are a dog lover, you know how much you can learn from your dog. If nothing else, pure love. 

A Little Book of Cavalier Wisdom by Karen Schoen 
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A Little Book Of Cavalier Wisdom by Karen and Roy Schoen | Make Your Own Book

Cavaliers at Westminster

ENJOY!

Cavalier Corner Calendar Contest - Year in Review!

The votes are tallied on our 2011 Cavalier Corner Calendar.  The result is a gorgeous display of beautiful cavaliers from our forum and Facebook followers.  

July and December are designed for each person to personalize with special photos of their own dogs.  We've put together a nice collage on each month for those who may prefer just to order the calendar without personalizing.  

We hope you enjoy the calendar.  Shutterfly is running some nice specials on calendars over the next few days.  Whether you order or not, please feel free to check out the calendar and our beautiful winners.

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A Mill Dog's Happy Dance

Here's a cute little cartoon we are including as a special tribute to all of the Lucky Star Cavalier Rescues and all the English Toy Spaniel Rescues.  I am sure they all did a happy dance when they tasted freedom and continue to savor it every day!  

Dogs Decoded

This is a an EXCELLENT video on the evolution of dogs. It's one of the best I've seen. It's a full hour long show, so pop up some popcorn and enjoy. There are lots of gorgeous Cavalier to enjoy.

Watch the full episode. See more NOVA.

Cavalier Corner Calendar Contest - Year in Review!

We are currently accepting entries for the 2011 Cavalier Corner Calendar contest!

The way the calendar works is that we have voting for 10 months of the calendar. We decided October with the Halloween contest.  July and December will include collages of various entries, but are intended to be personalized with each person's favorite summer and holiday photos of their dogs.  Everyone's dog will get a special place in their own personal copy of the calendar!

After the voting, the calendar will be assembled on Shutterfly and we will post a shared link. This will allow everyone to include their own special pictures, as well as personalize it with their own special birth dates, anniversaries, etc.

We hope you enjoy the slideshow.  If you have a Photobucket account, feel free to login as yourself and then click the "view all" message at the bottom of the slideshow and upload your own!

How to Remove a Tick

It's a little late in the season, but apparently ticks don't seem to know this!

This is a great video from Fosters and Smith on how to remove a tick.  Hopefully, it's a task you'll never have to do.  Yuck!

Happy Halloween!!!

Halloween is upon us and that means it's COSTUME time!  Check out these Cavalier cuties!  We are hosting a autumn Cavalier photo contest featuring our Cavaliers (and Charlies) in costume on in autumn themed backdrops.  The winner will take the October slot in our calendar and will receive a Cavalier cookie cutter.  It's perfect for holiday baking!

Feel free to upload your photos as well.  The slideshow will automatically update with your autumn pics.  Just go to the link below and upload photos.  You'll need to be signed in through photobucket to do the upload.  Good luck!

http://photobucket.com/CavCornerHalloween2010

A Dog's Diary (Humor)

Excerpt from a Dog's Diary...

8:00 am - Dog food! My favorite thing!

9:30 am - A car ride! My favorite thing!

9:40 am - A walk in the park! My favorite thing!

10:30 am - Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!

12:00 PM - Lunch! My favorite thing!

1:00 PM - Played in the yard! My favorite thing!

3:00 PM - Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!

5:00 PM - Milk Bones! My favorite thing!

7:00 PM - Got to play ball! My favorite thing!

8:00 PM - Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!

11:00 PM - Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!

Excerpt from a Cat's Diary...

Day 983 of my captivity....

My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects. They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets.

Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.

The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape.

Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates what I am capable of. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a 'good little hunter' I am. Bastards.

There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of 'allergies.' I must learn what this means and how to use it to my advantage.

Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow -- but at the top of the stairs.
I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released - and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.

The bird has got to be an informant. I observe him communicating with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now.

AKC Meet the Breeds

This weekend is the AKC Meet the Breeds in New York City. There are 160 breeds of dogs represented and you get to meet each and every one of them. It's a fabulous day. If you ever get an opportunity to go, it is definately worth it.

Below is a slideshow of some really great dogs from the event. There is a Charlie, but sorry, no Cavalier. It was need to meet some really cool, less common breeds. The breeders were really great and the dogs were so well behaved after many hours of being pettted and photographed.

Online Pet Pharmacies

If your Cavalier is on long-term medication, perhaps you've considered buying your medications online. Purchasing online can be a bit risky. You may be particularly hesitant when dealing with your pets health. The savings, however, can be great.

The FDA recommends that you find an online pharmacy that is accredited by the National Association of Pharmacies. This is a voluntary program and the applicants must meet certain criteria. Only a few businesses have gone through the process. The list is slim, but they are companies you can feel comfortable trusting.

Please reference the links below for the FDA article on pet pharamacies, followed by the (short) list of NABP accredited pet pharmacies.

FDA recommendations
http://www.fda.gov/animalveterinary/resourcesforyou/AnimalHealthLiteracy/ucm203000.htm

List of NABP certified pet pharmacies:
http://www.nabp.net/programs/accreditation/vet-vipps/find-a-vet-vipps-online-pharmacy/

Check out this little love. Little Chloe is a small black Cavalier mix recently rescued from a SC shelter. Chloe was high heartworm positive and is being treated through a program called the Heartworm Project. She was set to be euthanized if an adoption was not found, so a loving soul rescued her and is currently fostering her through her treatment and her spay. All of these should be complete in December.

Chloe is a little skiddish, but friendly and gets along well with other dogs. She will be a wonderful pet for the right home.

Here's a video and photos of this precious little girl. You can read her whole story and how to go about adopting her at http://www.cavaliercorner.net/forum/viewtopic.php?f=23&t=793&sid=4597fefb92c64d61336efef58987d540

They really don't come much cuter than this.

Dog Logic

A collection of some really great quotes. There's widsom in them there words!

The reason a dog has so many friends is that
he wags his tail instead of his tongue.
LOVE THIS ONE!
-Anonymous

There is no psychiatrist in the world
like a puppy licking your face.

-Ben Williams

A dog is the only thing on earth
that loves you more than he loves himself.

-Josh Billings

The average dog is a nicer person
than the average person.

-Andy Rooney

Anybody who doesn't know what soap tastes like
never washed a dog.

- Franklin P. Jones

If your dog is fat,
you aren't getting enough exercise.


-Unknown

If you pick up a starving dog and make him prosperous,
he will not bite you;
that is the principal difference between a dog and a man.

-Mark Twain

Dogs are not our whole life,
but they make our lives whole.

-Roger Caras

If you think dogs can't count,
try putting three dog biscuits in your pocket
and then give him only two of them.

-Phil Pastoret

Cavalier Cousins

This weeks puzzle is of Lucky and Sparky, two adorable, loving ruby Cavaliers, and their cousin, Gemma. Gemma is an English Toy Spaniels. Gemma and the boys are "cousins" and live near each other. Cavaliers are also very closely related to English Toy Spaniels and share a common history. In this photo, Gemma, Lucky and Sparky are fresh from the groomer. We thought it might be fun to showcase the two together this week.

Enjoy. (If you are impatient to complete the puzzle, just click "auto-solve" and the computer will do the work for you!)

A Dog Named Beau

This is not about a Cavalier, but is a very sweet and moving poem from one of the legends of Hollywood. In this four-minute clip, Jimmy reads a poem he wrote about his dog beau. Yes, a Cavalier would never go after the mailman, but there are so many things to relate to in this poem. If you have ever loved-and lost-a beloved dog, this poem will make you smile and maybe shed a tear or two in remembrance of your own sweet dog.






He never came to see me when I would call- 
Unless I had a tennis ball.
But mostly he didn't come at all.
When he was young, he never learned to heel or sit or stay,
He did things his own way.
Discipline was not his bag.
But when you were with him, things sure didn't drag.

He'd dig up a rosebush to spite me,
And when I'd grab him, he'd bite me.
He bit lots of folks from day to day,
The delivery boy was his favorite prey.

The gas man wouldn't read our meter,
He said we owned a real man-eater.
He set the house on fire,
but the story is too long to tell,
Suffice to say, he survived,
and the house survived as well.

On evening walks, and Gloria took him,
He was always first out the door.
The old one and I brought up the rear
because our bones were sore.
He'd charge up the street with Mom hanging on -
What a beautiful pair they were!
And if it was still light and the tourists were out,
They created a bit of a stir.

But every once in a while he'd stop in his tracks,
With a frown on his face, and look around.
It was just to make sure the old one was there
To follow him where he was bound.

We're early bedders at our house,
I guess the first to retire,
And as I would leave the room,
He'd look at me from his place by the fire.

He knew where the tennis balls were upstairs.
I'd give him one for a while.
He'd push it under the bed with his nose,
And I'd push it out with a smile.
Before very long, he tire of the ball
And he would be asleep in his corner in no time at all.
And there were nights when I'd feel him climb up on the bed
And lie between us and I'd pat his head.

There were nights when I'd feel him stare.
And I'd wake up and he'd be sitting there.
I'd reach out to stroke his fur And sometimes I'd feel him sigh.
I think I know the reason why.
He'd wake up at night and he would have this fear
Of the dark, of life, of lots of things
And he'd be glad to have me near.

And now he's dead, and there are nights
when I think I feel him climb upon our bed.
And be between us, and I'd pat his head.
And there are nights when I think I feel that stare
And I reach out my hand to stroke his hair And he's not there.
Oh, how I wish that wasn't so -
I'll always love a dog named Beau.

Syringomyelia (SM) Diagnosis and Treatment in Cavaliers

Most owners of Cavaliers are aware that Syringomyelia (SM) is a very persvasive problem in our Cavaliers.  It's a very serious and debilitating disease that is much more common in Cavaliers than in most other breeds.  There is a wealth of information online about SM and every Cavalier owner (and prospective owner) owes it to their self and to their dog, to understand this condition, it's symptoms and the treatment and prognosis for SM.

Simply speaking, SM is a condition where the Cavalier's skull is too small to accommodate all of the brain's cerebellum.  This creates a lot of pain for the dog and is characterized by sensitivity in the neck area, including an urge to scratch at the neck and shoulders.  As the disease progresses, there is increasing pain around the head, neck, and shoulders.  It's is an extremely painful disease.

A few dogs on our forum (http://www.cavaliercorner.net) are living with SM.  It's an extremely painful disease for the dog.  Some members are finding some help by using Lyrica to manage the pain when traditional medications are no longer effective. Some dogs also undergo decompression surgery to attempt to alleviate the problem by relieving the pressure of the brain inside the skull.

This short video provides some basic information on SM, what it is, and how it's treated.  It's a good starting point for understanding the disease.  We urge you to also check out Cavalierhealth.com to further educate yourself on this horrible disease afflicting our Cavaliers.





* Please consult your veterinarian if you think your dog may suffer from SM.  The information on this video and this blog is not intended to replace the expertise of your veterinarian and is merely a starting point for learning more about this disease.

SNOODS!

If you feed raw or wet food, a snoods a MUST. Snoods help keep your dog's ears clean and dry when eatting. Your dog might resist them at first, but, once they realize the snood means yummy FOOD, they quickly

Tiabellas
http://www.tiabellas.com/boutique/snoodsclick-more-choices-p-507.html
Tiabellas has some gorgeous fabrics.  The site is easy to navigate and it's easy to see the available inventory.

Spanielbowls.com
http://www.spanielbowls.com/
(Click on "Available Now". You'll also get to view Cindy's gorgeous spaniel bowls, which work perfectly for keeping your Cavaliers ears ears dry!).
Cindy takes payment via Pay Pal and offers a higher degree of customized service. Cindy is very responsive.

Do you any other sources you love for snoods? Let us know!

Playing Dead

Not a Cavalier, but totally worth a view. It's guaranteed to bring a smile to your face!