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You have just picked up perfect puppy. After hours

Name This Puppy

on the Internet, you found the right breed for you and your family. Through the newspapers, your Dog Boarding Kennel Mount Pleasant SC, several publications, breeders, humane society, SPCA, meeting and greeting pups, you find just the right match.

Now what? You need to pick out a name! You want to be thrilled with it and impress friends, neighbors and your favorite Pet Keepers Mount Pleasant Doggy Daycare home away from home.

You will use your dog’s name more than 35,000 times over the course of his life. Be sure you’re picking a name you will adore throughout the years.

Picking the perfect puppy name is at your fingertips with these few steps:

- You may think it’s an honor to name your pup after you’re favorite Uncle, Percivile. Naming a child after him may keep you in the will, but probably not your new hound.
- Dogs understand short commands. Easy names with two or fewer syllables work well.
- You will be using your dog’s name in public. “Smelly” may be cute among your close friends, but it will not go over well at all locations. “AulBeeBack” may ring of Arnold’s movies, but may not be the way you want to go.
- The name should not sound like any commands. “Stacy” sounds too much like “stay” and this will only confuse your dog.
- Let the kids dive in and help. Kids like to keep it simple too. If calling your Golden Retriever “Bubbles” works for them, consider keeping the high test name strictly for AKC purposes.
- If you’re bringing home an older dog, ideally, stick with his existing name. If “Farley” was the first boy who broke your heart, stick with similar sounds when choosing a new dog name. Example: “Barney”.
- Try out the new name for a few days. You’ll know right away whether it’s a keeper. If not, move on quickly to one of the many other names you have on your list.

Everywhere you are, you’ll find a variety of terrific ideas on what to name your pooch. Just look around. A few things will stand out about your new puppy. Enjoy her for a couple days and take these into consideration.

- Personality. Given a couple of days, your new dog’s personality will probably come right out. Examples: “Puddles” works for the pooch who can’t seem to find outdoors fast enough.
- Appearance. What does your dog look like (color, size, coat, eyes)? You may call a cream colored cock-a-poo “Buffy” and “Stubbs” would be a great name for a dachshund pup.

If you want to go beyond the basics, many famous dog names or foreign dog names can fit the bill. Consider these favorite puppy names when making your decision.

- Celebrity puppy names. Today, dogs have more celebrity following than their famous owners. Chew on “Lola,” a name used by both Hilary Duff and the Osbournes.
- TV dogs. “Scooby” and “Astro” come to mind if you want to honor a famous TV pup.
- Movie dogs. Cool movies and cool dog names seem to go hand in hand. Cool Hand Luke’s “Blue” would be a fitting label for a variety of dogs.
- Comic dogs. Think “Snoopy”, “Daisy” and “Odie.”
- German dog names. What do you think of “Fritz” or “Kaiser.”
- Irish dog names. “Finn” fits well for any pup, as does “Murphy,” which just happens to mean “hound of the sea.”
- French puppy names. “Pierre” and “Gigi” are top contenders for any dog, especially those with a little oo-la-la in their genes.
- Kennel names. “PK”, “Keepers”, “Wendy’s Girl”. Sorry, just joking, but thought we would throw a plug our way.

The choices are endless. We have seen many thousands of dog names at our Mount Pleasant SC Veterinary Clinics over the years. You know what? Seems like just about every name fits perfectly.

Anne Blythe wrote a great article recently that was in the Post and Courier. See the whole article at: http://www.postandcourier.com/news/2011/jul/31/31dogstorm

NC State researchers have been looking into phobias and anxieties exhibited by dogs for years now and have found that around 40 percent families studied reported some sort of anxiety for at least one of their dogs.

The article was really more about a device designed by Phil Blizzard, the Thundershirt, but we just want to pass along to you that your dogs’ negative reactions to thunderstorms in certainly not unusual.

Dogs and Thunder Mt Pleasant SC

1. Dog bathing and cat bathing prices reduced! There are not many things better in life than cuddling up to a freshly bathed and brushed dog or cat. We have reduced our bathing prices across the board roughly five dollars. The gentle massage of our HydroSurge Bathing System, quality shampoos and brush out provides comfort for your pet and your cuddling.

2. We now accept both the one-year and three-year distemper vaccinations for visitors. We recommend a maximum of one year from the last distemper vaccination when boarding due to the higher risk scenario, however that decision is now left to the owner.

Enough with the history; now as you drive by the closed premiere doggy day care facility, you will see CHANGE.

Remember the dilapidated house between Pet Keepers II on Highway 17 and Lowes?  It is now in small pieces and maybe even hauled away by the time you read this. That whole lot is being graded to get ready a new business, Raising Cane’s Chicken Fingers. 

Check out the demolition photos below. There will be more to follow as the back half of old Pet Keepers II will also fall prey to the jaws of the huge back hoe.

Not to be outdone, Shuler Veterinary Clinic put a fresh coat of paint on their building and will soon be doing some landscaping to blend in with the new business.

Watch the progress as you drive by on Highway 17. It seems as though Mount Pleasant Town Center is almost including Shuler Veterinary Clinic.

Doggie Daycare Mt Pleasant SC Hwy 17 Demo

Doggie Day Care Mt Pleasant SC Demolition

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Dog Daycare
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or any of these using “Day Care” instead of “Daycare”.

Kitty day care, kitten day care and cat daycare are implied when using the dog daycare phrase.

We get many inquires from new and old customers asking if we at Pet Keepers provide that service. YES, we certainly do! We love day boarders. 

Doggy Daycare Mt Pleasant SC

Our doggy daycare service may be needed if you are remodeling, have out-of-town guest with their own finicky pets, letting the maid have free run of your house, etc.  It is also great for you to let your pet have a special vacation as a treat now and then, frisking in our play yard during the day instead of just laying around until you get home from work.

Vacationers from out-of-town find doggie day care very beneficial when they want to do some sight seeing around the area and don’t want to leave their pet in the motel room for most of the day alone.

Give us a call today and arrange a special treat for your puppy or kitty!

Kitty Day Care Mt Pleasant SC

Want a tip?  Bring your pet(s) in for a bath and get daycare for FREE! Drop off anytime before noon and pick up before we close.   843-849-8866

The health and wellbeing of your pets is important to you and your family. It is also important to keep down the cost of Mt Pleasant SC veterinarian bills! You need to carefully consider the food that you give your pets. People sometimes just pick the first dog food bag they see at the store. It is easy to overlook the importance of dog food but it is essential to pick the right one for your dog.

To keep your dog or cat healthy, plenty of fresh water and good quality food.

How do you maintain the health and wellbeing of your pets and keep down the cost of veterinary bills? Carefully think about the food that you provide. Do not just grab the first dog or cat food bag you find at the store. It is very important to pick the right food for your pets.

Fresh water and good quality dog food in proper amounts to meet energy requirements are the key. Follow the instructions on the food package to feed the correct amount.

How do you pick the correct pet food?  Select one that has overall quality. What we have learned is that you will pay a similar amount per nutrition unit. For example: Compare the cheapest bag you can find with Royal Canin from Mount Pleasant Animal Hospital. You will find that you will feed less with the high quality food, provide better nutrition and come close in cost per value.

A phrase you will hear about dog food is human grade, which means that the food is good enough for humans to consume. Many commercial dog foods are made from materials unusable or less desirable for human consumption. Often the meat that is used in dog food is of a quality considered unfit for humans.

Major dog food companies try to provide balanced proportions of vitamins and minerals for maximum benefit. Reputable dog food companies provide an explanation for each supplement and how it benefits your dog, simply provide rough labeling.

Check the proteins, vitamins and minerals provided. Meat-based protein rather than flour, corn gluten meal, or corn is best. Studies indicate dogs reap a healthier coat, fewer digestive problems and firmer stools with quality food. Pet nutrition experts agree that the best dog food is made from human grade ingredients like meat, whole grains and vegetables.

Ask  Shuler Veterinary Clinic or Mount Pleasant Animal Hospital before selecting your dog food. The health of your pet is also our concern. 

Just a quick note to let everyone know that we are taking reservations at Pet Keepers Mount Pleasant Boarding Kennel for the Easter period. For your planning purposes, we plan on not opening the office on Easter, April 4th.  Call or use our contact form to make your reservation as soon as your travel plans are firm.

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There is a great article in the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine 2007-2008 Report to Donors.

The article talks about how memorial contributions to honor pets are not only being made by owners, but also by the pets’ veterinarians.  The story tells of how Dr. Kevin Shuler made a memorial gift in honor of a customer’s springer spaniel that had died.  The owner was so moved that he contributed $25,000 to the New Teaching Hospital Building Fund.

When interviewed, he told of how Dr. Kevin Shuler was a wonderful sincere caregiver, and that he and his father, Dr. K.C. Shuler, had taken care of his pets all of their lives. He further stated that the Shulers were more than just business owners to him and his wife, they were like family doctors.

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Mt Pleasant SC Vet Recommends Pet Dental Cleaning

Mt Pleasant SC Vet Clinics recommend periodic dog and cat dental cleaning procedures. We hope that the below information helps you evaluate your pet’s needs. You can call Shuler Veterinary Clinic or Mount Pleasant Animal Hospital for more information.

80% of dogs and 70% of cats develop gum disease by the age of three.  Periodontal disease is the most common dental condition and can cause bacteria and toxins to enter the bloodstream and potentially affect internal organs.

Routine dental cleanings include ultrasonic scaling and sub-gingival scaling and polishing. This procedure is always done under anesthesia.  The overall health of your pet outweighs the anesthetic risk.

If your pet presents any of the following, call our office to schedule a dental:

· Bad Breath or Mouth Odor
· Tartar Accumulation
· Oral Discomfort (Pawing at Mouth or Rubbing Mouth Along Ground)
· Trouble Chewing
· Red or Bleeding Gums
· Dropping Food While Trying to Eat
· Not Eating Well or Cries When Trying to Eat

Once your pet has received his/her dental cleaning, one of our Mt Pleasant SC Vet Clinic technicians will discuss at-home care for your pet.  There are many oral hygiene products to get your pet’s at-home dental care started.

Want to have a real blast this weekend? Get your grass mowed, do a minor garage cleaning, tell your group you will golf another day, then pack up the family and dog. Get over to a dog agility course. It is not only great exercise for your dog, but also for you. An agility course is truly a Dog Amusement Park.

Pet Keepers Mt Pleasant SC Kennel Fun

(UPDATE: The agility obstacles have been removed due to objection from one person or a few. The fenced area still exists.) We have a real bonus here in town. Just a few miles from Pet Keepers Mount Pleasant SC Boarding Kennel there is a county park that has a fenced in agility course. The name of the park is Palmetto Islands County Park and the address is 444 Needlerush Parkway, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464. You can google directions, or you can just get on Long Point Road, enter the Long Point subdivision and keep driving to the end of the road.

There you will find the park entrance gate. Pass over a few bucks, stay to the right, and drive right up to the “dog amusement park”. Do not worry about parking. The course is surrounded by acres of grass. Distractions are few since the agility course is at the boundary of the county park, away from other attractions, and not on the major route through the park. The four-foot chain link fence surrounding the course lets you take off the lead and romp without worry. Cost? Completely free other than the few dollars you already paid to get through the entrance gate.

For those not so fortunate to live near an agility course, lobby for your county park to build one. The only substantial cost to the county would be about 300 feet of chain link fencing and some inexpensive obstacles. All of these obstacles are easily built by anyone somewhat handy with a saw, hammer and PVC piping. You could make the tunnel by cutting off the ends off fifty-five gallon barrels and joining them.

This course is not exactly what you see on TV for the competitions. It is scaled down somewhat and has a smaller perimeter, but still a terrific short course. There is no standard sequence of obstacles for real competitions because the judge sets it up how he wants each time. Competition dog agility is where a handler directs a dog through an obstacle course in a race for both time and accuracy. Dogs run off-leash with no food or toys as incentives. The handler cannot touch the dog or obstacles. You will not be this rigorous because you will be having family fun!

Obstacles at our neighborhood agility course include:
- A teeter board
- Tunnel
- Standard adjustable jumps
- Tire jump
- Weave poles
- Pause table
- Dog walk
- A-frame

Once you get good and worn out, cool down with a leisurely stroll with your around the park. There are walkways all over including some over marsh, a look out tower, slides and a playground. Talk about some great scents for your hound to investigate! This author has even taken the family Christmas photo at this site and always travels with a picnic lunch, including dog lunch. You can leave Splash Island for another day in the summer.

After you take advantage of this adventure, you will want to go back repeatedly to let your pooch show off. It may make sense to buy a season pass. Please let us know at Pet Keepers Mount Pleasant SC Boarding Kennel how it went for you. No need to tell us what the stopwatch said unless you really want to.