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Understanding Food Sensitivities and Allergies in Doodles and Poodles
Understanding Food Sensitivities and Allergies in Doodles and Poodles

Stokeshire, renowned for its affectionate Doodles and Poodles, has seen a 12.5% rise in food allergies and a 30.7% increase in environmental allergies in the past decade among these breeds. Symptoms of food allergies include vomiting, diarrhea, skin issues, and behavioral changes, often appearing by 6 months of age. Environmental allergies, or atopy, typically manifest between 1 and 3 years and can stem from food allergies. Doodles and Poodles aren't inherently more prone to food allergies, but genetics play a role. Diagnosing these allergies involves an elimination diet. Treatment may include corticosteroids, antihistamines, or antibiotics. Early intervention is crucial to prevent complications. Allergy Test My Pet® is recommended for identifying sensitivities. Breeders are committed to their dogs' health and participate in research to improve genetics and develop specialized dog food.

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HealthJames StokesAllergy
Giardia in Puppies: Understanding the Risks and Ensuring Safe Outdoor Play
Giardia in Puppies: Understanding the Risks and Ensuring Safe Outdoor Play

Discover the importance of outdoor play and sanitization in raising healthy and happy puppies at Stokeshire Designer Doodles. Learn about Giardia risks, proactive deworming measures, and how our Empowered Bad Ass Breeder protocols ensure a safe and enriching environment. Explore the Puppy Culture curriculum, fostering socialization and mental stimulation. Trust our dedicated team's commitment to your puppy's well-being. Visit us today to provide the best start in life for your furry companion.

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Education, HealthJames StokesGiardia
The Importance of Timely Vaccinations: Creating a Schedule for Your Dog's Health
The Importance of Timely Vaccinations: Creating a Schedule for Your Dog's Health

This article highlights the significance of timely dog vaccinations and the importance of vaccination schedules for pets. It covers the benefits of vaccinations, core and non-core vaccines, factors to consider in scheduling, working with veterinarians, common misconceptions, consequences of not following schedules, and maintaining vaccination records.

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Education, HealthJames StokesStokeshire Designer DoodlesVaccines, Education
Giving Back: Pawsitism Inc.
Giving Back: Pawsitism Inc.

Pawsitism Inc. is a new nonprofit in the Sheboygan area that is training Autism Assistance Service Dogs for children with autism. We are able to do this by partnering with the client’s family to train, educate, and fundraise money to help provide a dog to help with their child needs. Each family is asked to fundraise money to put back into the program before receiving their service dog and the rest of the money comes from our generous donors.

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HealthJames StokesASD, Autism
Best Dogs for Anxiety and Depression for Veterans: Emotional Support Animals
Best Dogs for Anxiety and Depression for Veterans: Emotional Support Animals

In summary, a Poodle, Bernedoodle, Goldendoodle, or Golden Mountain Doodle (GMD) can make a great emotional support animal for veterans with PTSD or other mental health conditions. However, it's important to understand the responsibilities that come with pet ownership and to work with a mental health professional to determine if an emotional support animal is an appropriate treatment option. It's important to understand the responsibilities that come with being a pet owner. This includes providing proper care and attention, training the animal to behave appropriately in public, and ensuring that the animal is healthy and up-to-date on vaccinations. We help get you off on the right foot with CVIs, dewormings, and Doodle School!

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Health, TherapyJames StokesAnxiety, Depression, Emotional Support, ESA, Veterans