Re: [Chihuahuas] Cushing's Disease

2012-07-11 Thread Mark Strassler
loved.  I will keep an update on Gracie, after testing in end of June. Thanks again for sharing your experience with me.                        Sincerely,                         Becky Sent from Becky's iPhone  On Apr 22, 2012, at 5:42 PM, Mark Strassler coloradobe...@yahoo.com wrote:   Hello

Re: [Chihuahuas] How is everyone doing with the heat wave??

2012-07-10 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Healing prayers toward you. mark From: Raven iceponygodd...@gmail.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sunday, July 8, 2012 9:31 AM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] How is everyone doing with the heat wave??   It was in the 90's to 100's ...for ten

Re: [Chihuahuas]

2012-06-28 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Happy Birthday ! mark From: ann banks ann.80.j...@gmail.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com; all_chihuah...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, June 28, 2012 10:00 AM Subject: [Chihuahuas] [2 Attachments]   [Attachment(s) from ann banks included

[Chihuahuas] Colorado Fires

2012-06-28 Thread Mark Strassler
those nasty fires. Hey, try the rain dance, LOL!   Stay safe and be well. Peggy The Girls         ---Original Message---   From: Mark Strassler Date: 6/27/2012 12:58:03 AM To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Fla Minister displays humor for Debby    Hello: We can use

Re: [Chihuahuas] Fla Minister displays humor for Debby

2012-06-26 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: We can use the rain in Colorado. 12+ wild fires, over 180 structures loss, tonight in the waldo canyon area, 32,000 people in the USAF, Colorado Springs, Manatue Springs evacuated. The fires in the Colorado Springs area are just amazing to watch on TV, it is just a huge red glow like

Re: [Chihuahuas] I found Jane-Jane's remains this evening.

2012-05-27 Thread Mark Strassler
Robert: I am very sadden for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are you you. mark From: r.scott rss71...@yahoo.com To: chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, May 26, 2012 7:33 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] I found Jane-Jane's remains this evening.   I

[Chihuahuas] amanda's pekeapug

2012-05-27 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Amanda: I am sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you. mark From: amanda christopher angel_charm_b...@yahoo.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, May 26, 2012 10:59 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] I

Re: [Chihuahuas] JANE-JANE IS MISSING!!!

2012-05-24 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello:I am praying that you find her real quick and all is well with her.MarkFrom: r.scott rss71...@yahoo.com To: chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, May 23, 2012 10:48 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] JANE-JANE IS MISSING!!! She was last seen eating around 11AM Wednesday May

Re: [Chihuahuas] Zero has gone to the Rainbow Bridge

2012-05-04 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Sorry to hear about your loss. Mark From: flopo floridapos...@gmail.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Friday, May 4, 2012 7:46 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Zero has gone to the Rainbow Bridge     Our beloved and loyal Zero, departed us

Re: [Chihuahuas] Cushing's Disease

2012-04-25 Thread Mark Strassler
's Disease So cute! What did she order? ---Original Message--- From: Mark Strassler Date: 4/24/2012 3:46:41 PM To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Cushing's Disease [1 Attachment] Hello Becky: How is Gracie water intake

Re: [Chihuahuas] RIP Fajita

2012-04-24 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Carey: I am very sorry for your loss. My thought and prayers are with you and your family. mark From: Carey Smith workin...@gmail.com To: chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com; chihua...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, April 23, 2012 9:17 AM Subject: [Chihuahuas]

Re: [Chihuahuas] Cushing's Disease

2012-04-24 Thread Mark Strassler
, in case I wasn't aware of your loss of Choxi last May, please except my sympathies. She sounds like she was a very special little lady. I know how they can always leave a hole in our hearts...    Peggy The Girls         ---Original Message---   From: Mark Strassler Date: 4/22/2012 5:42:51

Re: [Chihuahuas] Cushing's Disease [1 Attachment]

2012-04-24 Thread Mark Strassler
,                         Becky Sent from Becky's iPhone  On Apr 22, 2012, at 5:42 PM, Mark Strassler coloradobe...@yahoo.com wrote:   Hello Becky: I got through a few weeks of e-mail faster than I thought. A pet can live with Cushings with the help of medications.  My Choxi had Cushings

Re: [Chihuahuas] Cushing's Disease

2012-04-22 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Becky: Yes, I had a chi with Cushings.  I will write more later tonight or tomorrow but first please join the Yahoo group for Cushings. Canine Cushings Autoimmune carecaninecushings-autoimmunec...@yahoogroups.com Mark From: stewartgang

Re: [Chihuahuas] Cushing's Disease

2012-04-22 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Becky: I got through a few weeks of e-mail faster than I thought. A pet can live with Cushings with the help of medications.  My Choxi had Cushings and we treated her for two years before we lost her last May, she was one of our first rescues and was around 12 years old.  This is still

Re: [Chihuahuas] Jane-Jane's birthday is today April 7th she's 18 years old.

2012-04-07 Thread Mark Strassler
Happy B-Day Jane-JaneFrom: r.scott rss71...@yahoo.com To: chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Saturday, April 7, 2012 12:22 AM Subject: [Chihuahuas] Jane-Jane's birthday is today April 7th she's 18 years old. Jane-Jane has made it to her 18th birthday. she's outlived all her family

Re: [Chihuahuas] Nyala passed away last night

2012-03-29 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Eileen: Sorry for your loss mark From: Eileen Bradley missny...@yahoo.com To: chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, March 29, 2012 2:24 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] Nyala passed away last night [1 Attachment]  

Re: [Chihuahuas] Tomorrow

2012-03-21 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Judy: Do you have some type of laptop or smart phone that can access hot spots during your trip ? mark From: Judy Moon judym...@cableone.net To: All4Budgies@yahoogroups. com all4budg...@yahoogroups.com; budg...@yahoogroups.com;

Re: [Chihuahuas] URGENT--TINY CHI!!-- Garland TX Animal Services

2012-02-22 Thread Mark Strassler
The Girls phr...@optimum.net To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 8:48 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] URGENT--TINY CHI!!-- Garland TX Animal Services No, why? ---Original Message--- From: Mark Strassler Date: 2

Re: [Chihuahuas] URGENT--TINY CHI!!-- Garland TX Animal Services

2012-02-21 Thread Mark Strassler
Peggy: Are you from e Garland area ? mark From: Peggy The Girls phr...@optimum.net To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tuesday, February 21, 2012 5:47 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] URGENT--TINY CHI!!-- Garland TX Animal Services   ANOTHER TINY ONE!! This is

Re: [Chihuahuas] Sweetie's gone

2012-02-16 Thread Mark Strassler
Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and many prayers are going your way. From: Sharon Norman preciou...@roadrunner.com To: all_chihuah...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, February 16, 2012 5:57 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] Sweetie's gone   It’s over...Sweetie has

Re: [Chihuahuas] lousy day

2012-02-15 Thread Mark Strassler
Thought and prayers are with you. From: Sharon Norman preciou...@roadrunner.com To: all_chihuah...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, February 15, 2012 4:40 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] lousy day   What a lousy day this has turned out to be...first of

Re: [Chihuahuas] How do I celebrate the one year death of my son? OT

2012-02-08 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: I believe what your son who is a Deacon in the Church is referring to is the following: Leviticus 19:28 which says, Ye shall not make any cuttings in your flesh for the dead, nor print any marks upon you: I am the Lord. I know my son-in-law has lots including one for him mom. mark

Re: [Chihuahuas] What to feed my little guy?

2012-02-03 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Aaron: I feed my Chi's Blue Buffalo, there are some on this site that feed raw, they will tell you how to mix it correctly for the best results. But, I think there is an issue with your Chi and you should see a vet. Mine get at the most 1/2 cup a day food. 1/4 cup at a time

Re: [Chihuahuas] My dog is dying THANK YOU ALL

2012-02-03 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Will  Koby grieve, yes, Koby will walk around looking for Joe for a few days. I've seen this too often with pets. When my Choxi passed, Timmi the Chi we adopted at the same time looked for her everyday for a few days in her crate but he did know she was gone, but kept looking for her.

Re: [Chihuahuas] My dog is dying

2012-02-02 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Carolyn, My heart and thoughts go out to you in your time of need. This is a very hard time in your life. Most of us have been through what you are going through now. It is very hard to think clear on what is the best to do for our pets in this time of need. I have seen pets slow down on

Re: [Chihuahuas] protecting dogs outside [1 Attachment]

2012-01-29 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Randi: I know I posted this a few years ago about my outside pen but I will re-post. The pen is a Magnum Pen from Behlen Mfg. out of Nebraska. For all you Nebraskans, yes, this is one of the reasons I bought the pen. I first heard of them when reading through Craig List looking for

Re: [Chihuahuas] Question on food

2012-01-24 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Evelyn: Yes, people eat bear. I have a friend who bow hunts black bear in Colorado every year. I would assume Chi's or all dogs would eat bear. I do know a Chi will go after a bear. Last year in Colorado one owner was waken at night by her Chi who was barking at a bear the entered her

Re: [Chihuahuas] Re: Getting acquainted

2012-01-23 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: I am a few days and about 500 e-mails behind. Congratulations on your new Chihuahua. Myself live in Westminster, CO but have adopted two chi's from the Springs area.  As for the cold, yes it can get cold, I have one Chi who hates it when it is below 70, I have one who could care less

Re: [Chihuahuas] Dolly

2012-01-05 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Very happy to hear that Dolly is doing well.  You now need to get rest please. Take Care mark From: Joan Croft joan_cr...@hotmail.com To: Joan Croft joan_cr...@hotmail.com Sent: Thursday, January 5, 2012 9:28 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] Dolly   Hi

Re: [Chihuahuas] My first post

2011-12-12 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: #2 five times is allot. I am just guessing the little guy is moving out all of the stuff he has been eating off the streets. I would look in the stools to make sure there are no worms. You may want to take a sample to the vet.  Thanks for rescuing the little guy, I currently have three

Re: [Chihuahuas] Re: Fw: classy1r...@yahoo.com has shared: NeighborHound Watch: Chicken jerky treats made in China may be linked to kidney disease in dogs » DogHeirs | Improving Canine Health and Saf

2011-11-23 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: One item you need to watch for is lots of your jerky treats are made with formaldehyde. When you are checking, make sure your treats does not contain any formaldehyde.  From: classy1r...@yahoo.com classy1r...@yahoo.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com

Re: [Chihuahuas] Daisy

2011-11-02 Thread Mark Strassler
Could your ISP or anti-virus software be removing attachments ? From: Judy Moon judym...@cableone.net To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, November 2, 2011 9:59 AM Subject: RE: [Chihuahuas] Daisy   No picture came thru.  When I clicked on the

Re: [Chihuahuas] Smidgen has taken a turn for the worst

2011-09-13 Thread Mark Strassler
I am very sorry for your loss. I will be praying lots for you and your family. mark From: classy1r...@yahoo.com classy1r...@yahoo.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Monday, September 12, 2011 9:24 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Smidgen has taken a turn

Re: [Chihuahuas] Nyala will be passing away soon

2011-09-07 Thread Mark Strassler
thoughts and prayers are with you. mark From: Eileen Bradley missny...@yahoo.com To: chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 7, 2011 2:54 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] Nyala will be passing away soon   Hi all,   Nyala

Re: [Chihuahuas] Fireworks

2011-07-03 Thread Mark Strassler
If I keep the door close it is OK. They just ended the show at 6th Kipling, but that is way south of me. Most of what I hear are in the neighborhood, which is actually illegal in the city. I am surprise to hear that they are even allowing any in Texas with all of the wild fires. Colorado

Re: [Chihuahuas] My B.B passed away this morning

2011-07-03 Thread Mark Strassler
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. I will let you know if I find anything that may give you more information. Mark From: greatful_n_happiness sober...@earthlink.net To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sun, July 3, 2011 10:15:36 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas]

Re: [Chihuahuas] My B.B passed away this morning

2011-07-03 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Portia: According to the Oregon Vet medical association: http://oregonvma.org/care-health/spay-or-neuter-your-pet * As long as they are healthy enough for surgery, there is generally no upper age limit for pets to be spayed or neutered and, in fact, older pets can benefit

Re: [Chihuahuas] Thunder Fireworks

2011-07-01 Thread Mark Strassler
Sandy - up here in Westminster it is not as bad as in the past years yet. I do have one Chi (Cheddar) that will hide, he is also afraid of dark. Timmi really just does not care. I do not know about Mocha, and my daughter is moved on with her Chi mix (Blue). I do not think anything

Re: [Chihuahuas] My sister, Barbara

2011-06-01 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Joan: I am very sorry to hear about your sister. My thoughts and prayers are with you and her family. Mark From: Joan Croft joan_cr...@hotmail.com To: Joan Croft joan_cr...@hotmail.com Sent: Wed, June 1, 2011 2:12:38 AM Subject: [Chihuahuas] My

Re: [Chihuahuas] Red, White, Blue/Gloria

2011-05-31 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Try the following to see the trailer of the movie. http://www.hulu.com/search?query=Hachitost=1fs= From: Liz Bickel Irv Weinberg brites...@kc.rr.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, May 31, 2011 2:44:45 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Red,

Re: [Chihuahuas] Choxi

2011-05-29 Thread Mark Strassler
Choxi. Run free little, Choxi! Gloria -Original Message- From: Mark Strassler coloradobe...@yahoo.com To: Chihuahuas Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wed, May 25, 2011 10:22 pm Subject: [Chihuahuas] Choxi [1 Attachment] [Attachment(s) from Mark Strassler included below] Hello

Re: [Chihuahuas] My sister's dog

2011-05-29 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Sorry to hear about Bingo. I also hope you are doing well after your surgery. mark From: Joan Croft joan_cr...@hotmail.com To: all_chihuah...@yahoogroups.com; Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sat, May 28, 2011 4:33:39 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] My

[Chihuahuas] Choxi [1 Attachment]

2011-05-25 Thread Mark Strassler
*[Attachment(s) from Mark Strassler included below] Hello Group: It is with great sadness I have to say that Theresa and I lost our little girl Choxi today.She was are first puppy mill rescue. We believe she was about 12 years old. Choxi was diagnosed with Cushings about two years ago

Re: [Chihuahuas] Re-homing is official - Los Angeles/Antelope Valley

2011-05-24 Thread Mark Strassler
Hope This Helps... Hope This Helped... From: Joan Croft joan_cr...@hotmail.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, May 24, 2011 12:26:35 AM Subject: RE: [Chihuahuas] Re-homing is official - Los Angeles/Antelope Valley What does HTH mean? I never was

Re: [Chihuahuas] Re: Princess Needs Help!

2011-05-20 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Never heard the one about Brewer's Yeast -- but what are you calling Brewer's Yeast ? I worked in a brewery for 10+ years and we used different yeast for different beers. We recycled lots of the yeast and the stuff we did toss stunk . As for garlic power, i have heard different

[Chihuahuas] Unapproved Pet Shampoo Product

2011-05-15 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: I just read the following on the CCAC group I follow: I guess we all should watch what pet shampoos we use. Click here: CVM Updates FDA Issues Caution to Pet Owners with the Use of an Unapproved Pet Shampoo Product FDA Issues Caution to Pet Owners with the Use of an Unapproved Pet

Re: [Chihuahuas] Desi Visits the Vet AGAIN

2011-05-14 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: This looks allot nicer than the traditional e-collars It looks like the Chi could even sleep better with this type of collar. I have seen my Chi's lick each wounds before. I have two that likes to licks eyes. When my oldest had/has an eye issue and we put the meds in the eys, we do

Re: [Chihuahuas] at last! a membership/Mieke

2011-05-14 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: I also love old buildings/houses (also like new modern houses). I grew up in a home built in 1908. I just loved the pictures of your house you grew up in, I like the laced style of the trim. It is a pain to keep painted and maintained but look neat. I have a brother that is in charge

Re: [Chihuahuas] Fwd: Me

2011-05-10 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: My prayers and thoughts are with her, you, and your family. mark From: Joan Croft joan_cr...@hotmail.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, May 10, 2011 9:49:09 PM Subject: RE: [Chihuahuas] Fwd: Me Thank you. My oldest sister is dying of

Re: [Chihuahuas] Gloria-TX Fires

2011-04-21 Thread Mark Strassler
: twope...@aol.com twope...@aol.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thu, April 21, 2011 8:40:19 AM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Gloria-TX Fires I was born in Galveston, so I know the area but have been gone from there more than 47 years. Gloria -Original Message- From: Mark

Re: [Chihuahuas] Gloria-TX Fires

2011-04-20 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Glad to hear that you are ok Gloria. Is there anyone from this group that is from the Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown metropolitan area orMAGNOLIA PLACE FT BEND COUNTY area ? Mark From: twope...@aol.com twope...@aol.com To:

Re: [Chihuahuas] My Trip to South Texas

2011-04-11 Thread Mark Strassler
that's cool looking From: twope...@aol.com twope...@aol.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Mon, April 11, 2011 7:12:48 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] My Trip to South Texas [1 Attachment] [Attachment(s) from twope...@aol.com included below] I got to

Re: [Chihuahuas] Re: Mia, 13 year throwing up not eating.....

2011-04-09 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Sorry to hear about Mia. My thoughts and prays are with you and your family. From: Aerobat007 aerowis...@yahoo.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Sat, April 9, 2011 12:34:56 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] Re: Mia, 13 year throwing up not eating.

Re: [Chihuahuas] April 7th 2011 Jane-Jane's 17th birthday

2011-04-07 Thread Mark Strassler
Happy B-Day Jane-Jane. May you have many moreTimmi, Choxi, Cheddar, and Mochaand daddy markFrom: r.scott rss71...@yahoo.comTo: chihuahuas@yahoogroups.comSent: Wed, April 6, 2011 10:46:44 PMSubject: [Chihuahuas] April 7th 2011 Jane-Jane's 17th birthday Jane-Jane is celebrating her 17th birthday.

Re: [Chihuahuas] sick puppy

2011-03-24 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: I am very sadden to hear about Dusty. My thoughts are with you. Where did you hear about the breeder. From what I read, Dusty came from the breeder with Parvo. Is there anyway you can contact others that bought pups from the breeder and find out if they are also having issues ? Can

Re: [Chihuahuas] Hi all you Chi lovers out there!!!

2011-03-12 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Justrosebud cookie: Here is the second Chi (Smalldog) meetgroup in Colorado. I still do not have the time to attend but one of these days .. Search meetgroups for more info. http://www.meetup.com/denversmalldogs/events/16004561/?a=me1p_yesrv=me1p Small Dogs Monthly Meetup will

Re: [Chihuahuas] Hi all you Chi lovers out there!!!

2011-03-03 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Here is one of the Denver area group -- I think this is Lynn's in Brighton == THE DENVER CHIHUAHUA MEETUP GROUP Forum: The Denver Chihuahua Meetup Group Discussion Forum Celebrate Spring Meet Up

Re: [Chihuahuas] Hi all you Chi lovers out there!!!

2011-03-02 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: There are two meetup groups for Chi's in Colorado. One in the Brighton area and one in Central Denver area. Because of my work schedule and dealing with issues with the kids/grandkids it seems myself or my wife can make it. I do not have the group names handy right now but I will look

Re: [Chihuahuas] What do I do for my dog since she has diarrhea?

2011-02-27 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: One other group I do belong to is one dealing with Cushings in dogs. They do promote the use of Pepto. I did a quick search -- please look at this web site and see what you think. http://www.vetinfo.com/dog-pepto-bismol.html From: Peggy The Girls

Re: [Chihuahuas] Vacuum Cleaners

2011-02-26 Thread Mark Strassler
I have an Oreck, it seems to clog allot. Even a small piece of paper will clog the Vac. It does a good job at dirt, as for hair, I am up in the air about that. Depending on what model of Oreck you buy, they include xx # number of years of free cleaning of the vac.

Re: [Chihuahuas] heavy doggie doors

2011-02-16 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Annette: I use a Solo pet door. I have four Chi's and none of them have any issues. They do cost allot, but built very well. It is electronic and has a heavy metal frame. Comes in many sizes. If you call the company directly you will talk with Hank Solo the owner. At first I wanted to

Re: [Chihuahuas] oppinion?

2011-02-11 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: I would just offer her a chance for the next 48 hours for a return and refund. You were honest up front on the conditions. I had a friend who was a breeder of Malamutes and always offered to refund the price of purchase if the dog ever got hip dysplasia, they just needed to provide

Re: [Chihuahuas] Bladder problem ?

2011-01-31 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: What is the Chi water intake ? Any hair loss ? Any hair that will not grow back ? Random peeing or lots of peeing that seems to be out of control at times may point to Cushings. If you Chi is drinking lots of water and just likes to pee at random and seems to not be able to hold it in,

Re: [Chihuahuas] Need a vet to care for my little Chi in Denver area, Colorado

2011-01-13 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Lafayette companion animal hospital. 720-214-0270 I take my four Chi's to them. They are the best, they take great care of the little guys mark From: justrosebud_rose imdr...@yahoo.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thu, January 13, 2011

Re: [Chihuahuas] Christmas Doggie Veranda

2010-12-11 Thread Mark Strassler
From: Mark Strassler coloradobe...@yahoo.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, December 10, 2010 8:37:53 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Christmas Doggie Veranda Hello Deanna: Where did you get the fake fire hydrant

Re: [Chihuahuas] harness

2010-12-11 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: I would try a Gentle Leader Harness. Your pup will never pull. I know I liked them. One of my Chi's did not mind it but the other just hated it the harness. You do have control over the Chi or any size dog. I always liked using them but my wife does not so we do use another type of

Re: [Chihuahuas] Re: Princess and santa!! Can anyone graphicly add my birds ...

2010-12-10 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Gloria:What utility company do you have ? SPS/Xcel ? From: "twope...@aol.com" twope...@aol.comTo: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.comSent: Fri, December 10, 2010 11:55:00 AMSubject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Re: Princess and santa!! Can anyone graphicly add my birds ... It is estimated the colony now

Re: [Chihuahuas] Christmas Doggie Veranda

2010-12-10 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Deanna: Where did you get the fake fire hydrant ? From: Nancy Lucky nancy.lu...@sbcglobal.net To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Fri, December 10, 2010 9:33:06 PM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] Christmas Doggie Veranda I love your house Deanna it is

Re: [Chihuahuas] update on Nema with Rescue I am done for sure now!

2010-12-05 Thread Mark Strassler
Ellen: I know how you feel. My wife and I were turned down for adaption from a rescue unit in Colorado. We had already adapted two other Chi's from a different unit and were looking for one more. They would never give us a reason why we were turned down but we do know during the interview they

Re: [Chihuahuas] help with girlie yorkie names!!

2010-11-23 Thread Mark Strassler
My black Chi with a little cream color around the mouth is called Mocha. From: C.M. carolynminerth...@yahoo.com To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, November 23, 2010 11:45:37 AM Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] help with girlie yorkie names!! Meeka Mitsi

[Chihuahuas] Snuggle bags

2010-11-12 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello All: I would like a pattern for a Snuggle Bag. My wife would like to make a few for our Chi's. From what I have been reading from all the posts it is best to make them out of Polar fleece and the idea that Deanna has for including a pocket that holds a Buckwheat pillow sound great. They

Re: [Chihuahuas] Eye question [2 Attachments]

2010-11-10 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Christy: Our oldest chi Choxi has starched her eye a few weeks ago. She could not even open it. The vet did a florescent stain to see the damage. They eye now only looks glassy but is taking a long time to heal due to her cushings. Your pictures look allot different from the damage in my

[Chihuahuas] Chihuhhua-Poms in Queensland's

2010-11-07 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Just wanted to pass along an article what one of my friends in Montana (USA) sent me. I hope we never see this in the States. http://www.news.com.au/national/chihuahua-pomeranian-on-queenslands-top-100-dangerous-dogs-list/story-e6frfkvr-1225948875890 Chihuahua, pomeranian on

Re: [Chihuahuas] Chihuhhua-Poms in Queensland's [1 Attachment]

2010-11-07 Thread Mark Strassler
careful they can enjoy the little ones. Nancy and the girls --- On Sun, 11/7/10, Mark Strassler coloradobe...@yahoo.com wrote: From: Mark Strassler coloradobe...@yahoo.com Subject: [Chihuahuas] Chihuhhua-Poms in Queensland's To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Date: Sunday, November 7, 2010, 5:14

Re: [Chihuahuas] Just wanted to share

2010-11-05 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello:This was great. This happened sometime around mid August 2006 according to Snopes. http://www.snopes.com/glurge/abbey.aspFrom: Barbara Blackburn auntiebab...@yahoo.comTo: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.comSent: Thu, November 4, 2010 10:13:59 AMSubject: [Chihuahuas] Just wanted to share YOU WILL

Re: [Chihuahuas] Update on Paco

2010-11-05 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: I believe we are talking about Interceptor or Heartgaurd that prevents heart worms. Yes, you need to have your pets tested before giving the meds. If the pet is positive for heartworm, it is a different treatment to get rid of the worms. If the pet is negative for heartworm, then

Re: [Chihuahuas] OT: My husband passed away last night

2010-10-28 Thread Mark Strassler
Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. mark From: Eileen Bradley missny...@yahoo.com To: chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thu, October 28, 2010 5:08:14 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] OT: My husband passed away last night I got home

Re: [Chihuahuas] New to grp =)

2010-10-17 Thread Mark Strassler
@yahoogroups.com [mailto:chihuah...@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Mark Strassler Sent: Saturday, October 16, 2010 7:31 PM To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [Chihuahuas] New to grp =) Hello Mybug: For inside to get rid of flees, it sound like you sre on the right track. You might

Re: [Chihuahuas] New to grp =)

2010-10-16 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello Mybug: For inside to get rid of flees, it sound like you sre on the right track. You might want to try using 20 mule team on the carpets and couches. I would recommend putting your pet someone where they will not have access to the rooms you are treating. Cover the carpet, floors,

Re: [Chihuahuas] Dog costumes

2010-10-01 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Finally found some time to read some of the posts, weeding through 100 +. As for dying you babies with approved hair dye for pets or even using beet juice, I do not feet it will hurt your pets. But, you may need to check with your local laws on dyeing of animals. Boulder CO, has the

[Chihuahuas] upcoming pet events in Colorado

2010-09-26 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello All: Normally I do not post events like the following but some in Colorado may have some time to kill in the next few weeks. For the people who live in and around the Metro area in Colorado, there are a few upcoming events for your Chi's and other pets. On Sat Oct 2, 2010 - Holy

Re: [Chihuahuas] recipes

2010-09-04 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: I will send a few cookies recipes in the next few days. I use a product called cute pdf to help package lots of word or text documents together. It puts everything int a pdf document. And it is FREE. I do not have the link to the website but just search for cutepdf.

Re: [Chihuahuas] Doggie Patio

2010-07-27 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: The plastic boards or composite decking are sold under the name of Trex. I built most of my deck using Trex. The only issue I have with Trex that it is very slippery when wet. Do a google on Trex, their web page will show many different colors for the decking. They also make 2X4.

Re: [Chihuahuas] Doggie Patio [2 Attachments]

2010-07-27 Thread Mark Strassler
I will try again, I will also try to send directly to you if needed. Attachment may be at the bottom of the post. Remember, the picture is before I finished the pen. From: dasha dash...@hughes.net To: Chihuahuas@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, July 27, 2010

Re: [Chihuahuas] Doggie Patio

2010-07-27 Thread Mark Strassler
sturdy.. On Tue, Jul 27, 2010 at 10:44 AM, Mark Strassler coloradobeers@ yahoo.com wrote: Hello: The plastic boards or composite decking are sold under the name of Trex. I built most of my deck using Trex. The only issue I have with Trex that it is very slippery when wet. Do a google

Re: [Chihuahuas] Website Updated

2010-07-27 Thread Mark Strassler
I do hope all is well with the ER. From: Joyce mccarthy irishhea...@gmail.com To: chihuahuaparad...@yahoogroups.com Sent: Tue, July 27, 2010 9:20:35 PM Subject: [Chihuahuas] Website Updated Ok I think I did it...I finally got to update most of my site..My

Re: [Chihuahuas] Doggie Patio [1 Attachment]

2010-07-26 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: Pavers would work great. What I used was PolyMax Poultry/Kennel Flooring -- part of the add is at the bottom. I found the flooring at at teksupply. They use to have it as a part of a kennel shot setup.

Re: [Chihuahuas] How many dogs is too many

2010-07-22 Thread Mark Strassler
I know where I live the city try's to limit you to 5 pets total, which three can be dogs. The county license the dogs, not the city so I do not know how they regulate. I do not know the rules for breeders in the city and how many dogs they can have.

Re: [Chihuahuas] I am having trouble with my chihuahua puppy

2010-07-20 Thread Mark Strassler
and the tethering for the housebreaking. Just don't use the crate as punishment. It should be a place the dog wants to go. From: chihuah...@yahoogro ups.com [mailto:Chihuahuas@ yahoogroups. com] On Behalf Of Mark Strassler Sent: Tuesday, July 20, 2010 12:49

Re: [Chihuahuas] I am having trouble with my chihuahua puppy

2010-07-19 Thread Mark Strassler
Hello: I would start by working with your parents in finding a good dog trainer in your area. Petsmart's and Petco will offer very basic classes. You should ask your vet of a name of a good trainer. You and your parents are going to spend $500.00 + for a good trainer. See if there is a