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Welcome to this week’s issue of Mighty Mutts! Hope you’re enjoying this midler weather – for now anyway. Winter’s not over yet, and Mother Nature has a way of surprising us when we least expect it. Spring is just around the corner, though!
In keeping with the Olympics theme, we’ve got some games that you can play with your dog while you’re stuck indoors. Is your dog’s fur coming out in clumps? The Mokken animal clinic in Illinois has some info on what could be causing it and what you can do about it.
Our recipe this week is a treat so tasty and healthy you can eat it too! And we have a fun video to determine who runs faster – a cheetah or a greyhound!
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Pablo’s Ponderings
Hello my furry friends! Hope you are enjoying the nicer weather and the sunshine! My hooman, Brandon and I have been going on more walks, and I’m loving being outside more! And isn’t it nice to have longer days? Mom says in less than a month we’ll be putting the clocks ahead – whatever that means.
I had a great day yesterday, all of my favourite hoomans were home for Family Day. We watched the Olympics, and of course the women’s hockey game! Our girls won! Mom likes watching curling and skating too, but it’s not as exciting as hockey. Go CANADA GO!!! Have you been watching the Olympics? What’s your favourite sport to watch?
Winning Gold for Being the Cutest!
That’s it for this week friends, don’t forget to send me a pic of you and your hooman! Just replay to this email 😊
Olympic Games to Play With Your Dog
With the 2026 Winter Olympic games in full swing, why not play some of your own games with your dog, in between hockey games, moguls, or speed skating races? Here are a few fun ways to keep both you and fido entertained:
1. Obstacle Course: Great for high energy dogs, and can be done outside or inside. Grab some items such as a hula hoop, cushions, chairs or swimming noodles, and let your dog jump, climb weave and crawl through the obstacles.
2. Find the Treats: Hide treats under cushions, beds (without them seeing, of course). Wait for your dog to sniff and find each treat. With their strong sense of smell it won’t take them long!
3. Recall race: This incorporates exercise, training and fun all in one game. Stand a short distance away from your dog, then call ‘come’ so they run to you. Then, command them to ‘sit’ in front of you. A great outdoor activity on a sunny winter’s day.
4. Frisbee: Definitely an outdoor game, unless you want to redecorate with new lamps and vases.
5. Sprints: Have more than one dog?
6. Dog “Push ups”: A little more complicated but great for mental stimulation. Ultimately, you’re teaching your dog to move from sitting to lying down and then back to sitting. This is equivalent to one doggie push up.
Really, your dog just wants to spend time with you! Even going for a brisk walk, jog or snuggling on the couch together is good enough to say, “I love you”.
Why is My Dog Losing Hair in Clumps?
You must know the common causes of your pet losing hair in clumps or generally. It would be best if you tried to understand the cause of the hair loss before you call a veterinarian. When your pet gets a healthy diet, has a good quality of life, and enjoys the environment, it will have a healthy, glossy coat. When one or all of these are lacking, it could affect the quality of the coat. It can be pretty alarming to see your pet losing hair, and more so if the cause eludes you.
Signs of Hair Loss in Your Pet
One of the signs of hair loss on your pet can include the hair feeling dry or brittle. Your pet might be shedding hair more than usual. It might also develop some bald spots in the coat, which can be irregular or circular.
Sometimes, the hair loss on your pet appears in one area of the body. Other times, it could be general hair loss over the whole body. Each of these scenarios can be caused by different phenomena. Here are some reasons why your pet might be losing hair in clumps
Parasite Infestation
Parasite infestation is a common reason for hair loss on your pet. In particular, lice, fleas, or mites can cause hair loss. The most common places that fleas can attack are around the tail and the neck.
Fleas can cause a lot of hair loss in these areas. These parasites can quickly infest your pet and irritate the skin. The irritation of the skin causes your pet to scratch a lot, which in turn causes hair loss.
Skin Conditions
If your pet has a preexisting skin condition such as dandruff or eczema, it will be prone to hair loss. Skin conditions on your pet can cause them discomfort and distress. When they are uncomfortable because of their skin, they will scratch or lick the offending areas to try and alleviate their distress. As specific areas of their skin become weak, they pull on their coat, causing hair loss.
Nutritional Deficiencies
Nutritional deficiencies can cause hair loss in your pet. A good nutritional diet ensures that your pet's coat is healthy and thick. It supports the development of good skin and healthy hair growth. One of the core components of hair, keratin, needs amino acids and sulfur for correct synthesis.
Another essential component of hair and healthy skin is biotin. A poor diet will mean that these nutrients are missing in the body. It will lead to slow hair growth, and the hair will become brittle. Consequently, they will suffer from hair loss.
Ovarian or Testicular Tumors
Tumors are a complex problem that can cause hair loss in your pet, especially dogs. Tumors are prevalent in older dogs, and they can cause hair loss in localized areas. Usually, the tumor secretes a hormone that interrupts the growth of healthy hair and the natural sexual cycle. Eventually, tumors can cause localized hair loss in dogs.
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Recipe of the Week: Golden Dog Treats
A healthy dog treat that will keep for ages and not leave your fingers smelling like dog food. Imagine lying on the sofa with your dog watching your favorite show and sharing a tin of treats. Now that is a romantic Valentine's day.
Ingredients
· 1 1/4 cup wholewheat flour
· 1 cup sweet potato
· 4 tbsp flax seed
· 1/2 cup peanutbutter
· 3 tablespoons maple syrup
· 1 tsp vanilla extract
· 6 tbsp aquafaba*
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
1. Cube and steam sweet potato.
2. Mash sweet potato well and mix with the rest of the ingredients.
3. Knead dough 2 minutes adding more flour if necessary.
4. Take half the dough and roll out to 1/4 inch thickness on lightly floured parchment paper. Cut into desired shapes.
5. Bake for 20 minutes. They will further crisp once out of the oven.
6. Cool and store in tin.
Greyhound vs. Cheetah – Who’s Faster?
We all know cheetahs and greyhounds are fast, but which one is faster? BBC posted a video showing each one running side by side (not really side by side, that would be weird). The similarities are amazing! And the winner is….. you’ll have to watch the video to find out when you watch the video 😊
That’s it for this week. Feel free to send me ideas for what you’d like to see in upcoming issues. And as always, we love receiving pics of your mighty mutt!
Here’s to Gold for the Canadian Olympic hockey team - men and women!!!!
—the Mighty Mutts team
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