People often get the wrong end of the stick when it comes to understanding stress and depression. There are a startlingly high number of people who are hit by clinical depression in the world each year. and very few illnesses are as misread by the common man as depression. It is important to know the real depression symptoms to avoid misinterpreting it.

People might be going through a major episode of depression, but we should know that those who suffer from depression are not clearly gloomy or feeble. although grief is a prominent depression cause, grief is a lot apposite and healthy, and is not a certain pointer of clinical depression. moreover, grief is not simply about the blow of the demise of a friend or family member. a lot of people lament when they lose pets, go through separation, get fired etc. the various forms of depression and symptoms of stress are very unique; nevertheless they all have a general set of symptoms. Usually, the diagnosis is based on the number of symptoms present and how severe they are.

Sometimes, stressful events may pave the way to depression. when people go through chronic stress, they learn a sense of incapacity. this helplessness is strengthened when a person believes there is no control over the situation. Depresses people usually have negative beliefs about their capacity to manage their lives based on perceived malfunctions in the past. Visualize an entry level employee working in an office with a verbally abusive boss who tells him that he is brainless and can’t do anything correct. Eventually the employee may believe the boss and come to suspect his abilities. he might start feeling helpless and think that everything is beyond his control. this helplessness may well make him susceptible to clinical depression.

Symptoms of Stress and Depression

Some of the common symptoms or the effects of stress and clinical depression include irritability, sadness, lack of energy, feelings of worthlessness, suicidal thoughts, pessimism about life, severe self-criticism, mood swings, feelings of shame or guilt, hyper behavior, rage and excessive sleep.

Not all depression and stress sufferers go through all of the above symptoms but if you experience most you should see a physician as quickly as possible. some depression sufferers portray the feeling as a total lack of joy, even lacking the pleasure they used to get from certain preferred activities. Most often a strong sense of despair and vulnerability is also experienced.

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SANTA FE the new Mexico Department of Health and the new Mexico Livestock Board advise families to avoid potential exposure to salmonella by not giving baby chicks and ducklings to children as Easter gifts.

In the last five years, new Mexico has had 15 salmonella cases related to baby chicks. Many of the cases were in young children.

This year several other states are investigating salmonella cases related to baby chicks. Many chicks and young birds carry Salmonella in their droppings, and it is difficult to know if animals are carrying salmonella because they will not usually show signs of illness.

“While there are many good reasons to purchase baby chicks, we are asking feed stores around the state to strongly discourage people from buying baby chicks as pets, especially if they have young children,” said Department of Health Cabinet Secretary Dr. Catherine Torres.

Early symptoms of salmonella in people include fever, diarrhea and abdominal pain. These symptoms develop within one to three days after exposure to baby chicks and their droppings. other symptoms might be nausea, chills or headaches.

“Children have become infected with salmonella when parents keep the baby birds inside the house and allow their small children to handle and snuggle with them,” said Dr. Paul Ettestad, state public health veterinarian at the Department of Health. “In other cases, parents did not wash their hands properly after handling the birds and gave the infection to their children indirectly.”

The Department of Health also recommends the following preventive measures:

• Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water immediately after touching live baby poultry or anything in the area where they live and roam. use hand sanitizer if soap and water are not readily available.

• Adults should supervise hand washing for young children.

• Don’t snuggle or kiss the birds, touch your mouth, or eat or drink around live baby poultry.

• Do not let live baby poultry inside the house or in areas where food or drink is prepared, served, or stored, such as kitchens, pantries, or outdoor patios.

• Do not clean any equipment or materials associated with raising or caring for live poultry, such as cages or feed or water containers, in the house.

• Do not let children younger than 5 touch chicks, ducklings, or other live poultry.

• Visit your physician if you experience abdominal pain, fever and/or diarrhea.

To learn more about salmonella infection from live baby poultry, visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention website at: cdc.gov/Features/SalmonellaBabyBirds/.

My dog has been vomiting a lot lately and im afraid it may be from the recalled pet foods that killed those pets. he vomits brown stuff

take him to a vet as soon as possible. he needs to have its stomach "washed" by the vet.

well all the dog food i noe of is brown. and theyve ben poisonin dog food so take him to the vet. theyll take some samples/ give him something to stop the vomiting and take tests to c if its true. dont wait, or it may b 2 late…

Is he or was he eating the recalled foods??

menufoods.com/recall

Should see the vet.. He'll tell you what's wrong. if he is vomiting brown, then it's likely blood.. Could he have gotten into something else?

Yeah, vomitting is one of the symtoms! Get your dog to the vet asap to get him checked out! good luck!

no energy
drinking a lot of water
peeing a lot
vomiting

Vet asap

i'd take him to the vet as soon as possible, and as you probaly already know, dont keep feeding him the same food. ask your vet what you should feed him. he might give you a list of brands.

Ever wanted to ask a vet how to tell if your cat is sick? Online Vet Reviews Sick Cat Symptoms

Our feline friends are not as easy to read as dogs, and cats are much less likely to complain when they are ill. As a veterinarian, all too often my cat owning clients bring their pets to me when their cats are far more ill than they realized. some studies have shown that cats will act perfectly normal when their people are around, but then show symptoms of illness, such as licking a wound or limping when they are alone.

What does this mean to you? As a responsible pet owner, you should educate yourself on how to do a basic pet owner physical exam on a weekly basis and be aware of the common indicators that your feline friend is under the weather.

After all, you know your cat better than anyone, and learning his or her “normals” could mean the matter in life or death.

Let’s review the basics of sick cat symptoms.

Is your cat sneezing more or having nasal discharge? is your cat pawing at his nose? is there swelling at the nose or a red crusty scab? Use common sense; a sneeze or even four in a row is not reason to rush to the veterinarian. perhaps you are cooking with a spicy ingredient or the dog has brought a new pollen in on their paws that is triggering your cat to sneeze. If it continues or is accompanied by green thick discharge, you should ask a vet.

Eyes should be clear, bright, and free of redness or discharge. When a cat starts squinting their eye, indicating pain, this is NOT something to wait around and keep an eye on. It may mean a scratch on their eye, called a corneal ulcer, which needs immediate medical attention.

Ears should be clean, without copious wax or discharge, and not a major source of itching. If you cat has large amounts of black ear discharge and is scratching at their ears frequently, this is a sign of an ear infection which warrants a vet visit.

A cat’s mouth should be free of odor, red gum-lines, tartar and plaque build up. If your cat is drooling excessively, it very likely is the result of oral pain, such as an infected tooth with associated nerve pain. If your cat has blueish gums or abnormal swellings in their mouth, this is a cause for concern.

If your cat is gasping for air or open-mouth breathing, please, don’t wait to see if it improves. Get to the vet ASAP. If your cat is just breathing a little harder after a long game of catch the laser, this is likely not of medical concern (except to spend more time enticing your cat to exercise). Does your cat have attacks of wheezing? Cats frequently get asthma, and this is nothing to blow off.

Your cat’s coat should be smooth and soft to the touch. Their skin should be free of sores, scabs, or lumps, masses, bald spots, and rashes. Does your normally well-groomed cat now have mats and spend less time grooming? This is likely an indication of a sick cat.

Body Condition (Weight):

You should be able to feel your cats ribs (subtly, not pronounced) when you rub your hands over your cat’s ribcage. Can’t find them? Over 50% of these cats are overweight or obese. It may be time to place Tigger on a diet. Sudden weight loss or gain is dangerous in cats and can indicate an underly disease such as diabetes, kidney failure, or hyperthyroidism.

Gastrointestinal system:

Ever wonder why cats vomit? Cats have hairballs, and depending on the cat, some are regular occasional vomiters. nonetheless, if your cat’s vomiting increases, loose stools become a repeat visitor, or if your cat’s stool has blood in it, a trip to the vet is definitely in order.

Ahhh…my personal least favorite cat illness, and unfortunately a very frequent one, if not the most frequent. has your cat started going outside the box? If it is accompanied by an increased amount of urine, blood in the urine, straining while urinating, a trip to the emergency vet is in order. also, if your male cat has stopped urinating, is straining in unusual places and crying loudly, RUN RUN RUN to the vet. This can be a sign of urinary blockage which is life-threatening. If your cat urinates in unusual locations, you may be stuck with a more complex problem to deal with. If this problem is recurring, your vet can work with your to find out if this is a behavioral or medical problem.

Attitude/Appetite/Energy:

Changes in any of the above can signal an underlying disease. A formerly nice cat that has turned aggressive may be in pain, such as arthritis or even a tumor affecting their behavior. has your cat’s energy and activity decreased? is your cat eating less? These are all signs that something more serious may be dangerously lurking. Get to the veterinarian and provide as detailed of a history and symptoms as possible.

Is your cat just not acting right? Follow your instincts. you know your cat better than anyone, and oftentimes those subtle hunches picked up by you the owner can help us as the veterinarian arrive at an accurate and speedy diagnosis. want to find out if your hunches warrant a vet visit? Ask a vet online 24/7 for a small fraction of the cost of inconvenience of an in-person vet visit.

It’s your cat’s health! Educate yourself, and protect your loved one

Laci Schaible, DVM is a veterinarian and writer for numerous pet publications. She works in Pennsylvania with her husband Jed, also a veterinarian.

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1. mutt_buffer says: December 23rd, 2010 at 2:36 am

   This site tells you exactly what the symptoms are:

   lyme.org/otherdis/ld_pets.html

   Best of Luck at the Vet’s …. I hope your pooch will be alright!

2. Sharon T says: December 23rd, 2010 at 3:27 am

   For a nymph to transmit B. burgdorferi, it must be attached to the host for at least 24-48 hours. if a tick dies or is removed within this 1-2 day period, transmission of the bacteria will not occur. even if a tick is a carrier of B. burgdorferi and it attaches to the dog for more than 48 hours, the dog may not contract the disease. In fact, studies show that only around 10% of dogs that are exposed will contract the disease. there is no evidence to suggest that infected dogs pose a risk to other members of the household except as a reservoir of infected ticks. Once a tick has had a full meal, it will detach and not bite another mammal. the risk comes from ticks that have not gotten a complete meal and are detached. they could possibly seek out a human and bite them causing infection. Other types of ticks and insects have been shown to be infected with B. burgdorferi, but they are considered insignificant spreaders of the disease.

   Clinical illness usually occurs 2 to 5 months after initial exposure and the likelihood of disease and the severity of the disease seems to vary with the animal’s age and immune status. Cats can develop Lyme disease, but it occurs rarely in them, even in endemic areas. Other domestic animals such as horses have contracted Lyme disease, but it does not appear to be a significant problem. Dogs show several different forms of the disease, but by far, the most common symptoms are a fever of between 103 and 105°, shifting leg lameness, swelling in the joints, lethargy, inappetence, and maybe most importantly, response to appropriate antibiotics.

   Arthritis may be a result of both short- and long-term infections. Most dogs that are promptly diagnosed and treated do not appear to develop arthritis, but a few dogs who do not respond completely to treatment or were not treated will develop progressive degeneration of the infected joints.

   A few dogs have developed severe progressive renal disease as sequelae to Lyme disease. this severe kidney failure is non-responsive to treatment and death is often the outcome. Fortunately, this form appears to be rare.

   Usually, dogs will not develop any rash or the circular area of redness around the bite (erythema migrans) which is seen in people.

   Ten years ago, Lyme disease was often under-diagnosed, but today, the opposite is true. because of the lack of sensitivity of the blood test, many dogs show positive test results, but are not actually infected with the disease. the standard blood test detects antibodies made by the dog in response to infection with B. burgdorferi. the problem is that many animals are exposed to the organism, but fight the infection off on their own. these animals will have antibodies to B. burgdorferi but not have the disease. As we mentioned earlier, only around 10% of the exposed dogs actually contract the infection. at the same time the antibody test cannot distinguish between a dog that has been vaccinated or naturally exposed to Borrelia. therefore, in endemic areas, the test alone is not an accurate way to get a diagnosis. However, the test can be used with several other criteria to gain a positive diagnosis. Suspected animals should have a history of tick exposure, compatible clinical signs, and have a rapid response to antibiotic therapy. In fact, clinical signs and rapid response to doxycycline antibiotic therapy is how I make a diagnosis of Lyme disease. a practitioner in a Lyme endemic area will often be able to diagnose the disease on physical exam. Practitioners in areas that have fewer Lyme cases may have to resort to using the blood test and treatment to confirm the diagnosis. if an animal that is suspected of having Lyme disease does not clinically improve within 48 hours of starting antibiotic therapy, assume that it is not Lyme disease and begin to do other diagnostic tests to find the source of the problem.

   Treatment for Lyme disease is very straightforward and consists of using either a tetracycline or penicillin-based antibiotic. the two most commonly used are oral Doxycycline or Amoxicillin. a recent study showed that both antibiotics worked equally well. the antibiotics must be given a minimum of 14 days, but 30 days is recommended. However, some preliminary studies show that some animals may not even clear the organism after 30 days and will relapse once the antibiotic is discontinued. In these cases, the animal may have to be on the antibiotic for much longer. it appears that some animals may never completely rid themselves of B. burgdorferi despite aggressive treatment. these animals may suffer from increased degenerative changes in the joints leading to premature arthritis. Despite the fact that some animals may develop chronic infections, the vast majority of infected dogs respond rapidly and satisfactorily to doxycycline treatment. In some animals with severe arthritis, pain killers such as buffered aspirin (Do NOT give your cat aspirin unless prescribed by your veterinarian.) can also be used in addition to antibiotics. the use of steroids in this disease is definitely contraindicated

3. cin_ann_43 says: December 23rd, 2010 at 3:31 am

   The most common visible symptoms of the disease in dogs include recurrent arthritis or lameness that lasts for several days accompanied by a loss of appetite and a sense of depression. Additional signs can include swollen joints, a painful gait, fever, fatigue and swollen lymph nodes. Symptoms can appear and disappear over a period of time, shift in their intensity and often are not apparent until several months after the dog is infected. many of these symptoms are shared by other health problems, which further adds to the confusion about identifying the diseaseFortunately, there are tests that can rapidly diagnose canine Lyme disease, yielding immediate results during a pet’s annual check-up visit. some of these tests also can identify other diseases caused by parasites, such as heartworm disease and ehrlichiosis. the American Lyme Disease Foundation recommends routine checks for dogs living in high-exposure areas, in order to catch problems early. these screenings can be a part of a dog’s annual or semi-annual check-up.

4. cayusecrazy says: December 23rd, 2010 at 3:36 am

   The most common symptom is no symptoms–it is a strange disease.

Finding out the causes and symptoms of diabetes in dogs is a humane thing to do for those who really love their pets. for a dog to suffer with a disease such as diabetes can be just as dangerous as it is for a human.

Here in this informative article on the causes and symptoms of diabetes in dogs, we will take a look at the facts that will help you to learn what causes diabetes in dogs and how to recognize its symptoms. this can help you give your pet a longer, happier life.

The cause of diabetes in dogs is similar to the cause of diabetes in humans in that the pancreas, the organ that produces insulin for the body, becomes damaged. Insulin is small protein and a hormone used in the body of your dog to regulate metabolism. the cells in the pancreas of the dog are destroyed by a problem with the immune system and when that happens, the vital insulin production can be decreased or terminated altogether.

This means that the body of your dog can no longer use the food that it eats. when glucose can not be processed in the body, the energy from the food you give your pet is not used. Insulin is the ingredient that allows the body of your dog to use the glucose produced by the digestion of food. when insulin is not present, this more than likely will become a cause of diabetes in dogs. Problems with the pancreas are the main cause of diabetes in dogs and one to keep a watchful eye on.

Some lesser causes of diabetes in dogs are; a reaction to drugs, genetic problems, and Pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas). Dogs that are middle aged dogs are the likely target for diabetes. Middle aged is considered six to nine years. Younger dogs can also have problems with diabetes. do not look at any certain age-limit as an automatic risk factor for when your dog may develop the symptoms of diabetes. Young or old, your dog has the possibility of developing diabetes.

The breeds that may be subject to diabetes at an earlier age are Golden Retrievers and Keeshonds. other possible causes of diabetes in dogs are lethargic lifestyles and obesity.

Taking a look at the symptoms of diabetes in dogs, we find that the symptoms in dogs are similar to humans. your dog can maintain a strong appetite and even overeat and still be a dog with diabetes. a list of the symptoms are: being overly thirsty, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss or weight gain, blurred vision, increased infections, sores that heal too slowly, and vomiting.

The more common and less noticeable symptoms of diabetes in dogs, such as being very thirsty and frequent urination can be overlooked easily. they are not a sure sign by themselves that your dog has diabetes, but it is wise to be vigilant as they can be the first sign of diabetes.

If the symptoms of diabetes in dogs are allowed to progress and grow, partial blindness or blindness can result. Cataracts can form in the eyes of your dog as diabetes works its silent way into the life of your pet. the cataracts form in the eyes as sugar in the bloodstream is collected there. These cataracts will not go away without special surgery even after your dog is diagnosed and then treated for diabetes. Some good news about diabetes-induced cataracts is that some of those cataracts will not grow or change. this can mean that if the symptoms of diabetes in your dog are caught early, the eyes can be spared more damage.

Now that you know the causes and symptoms of diabetes in dogs, taking an active interest in the health of your dog will allow your pet to live longer and have a more productive life without the effects of diabetes.

It is crucial that you get care when getting ready foods and keep away from carrying out particular issues when pregnant. It is on account of your baby’s immune method not being sufficiently developed to battle any infection you could pass to it whilst inside the womb. It is thought that a female’s immune method may not function at its peak in the course of pregnancy so it truly is crucial that each one needed precautions are used

It truly is crucial that when you have a pet that every time you come into contact with them you wash your palms completely afterwards.Pets can pass on dangerous bacteria that may be current of their faeces. you might inadvertently grow to be contaminated with this by touching your mouth or other portion in the physique and this may in flip infect your unborn youngster.

Cats are of particular importance on account of toxoplasmosis found inside their faeces. in case you have a cat that makes use of a litter tray it truly is vital that an individual else carries out this task or if this is not probable then you need to wear rubber gloves plus a encounter mask to stop any bacteria being handed. this also applies to gardening where faecal matter could be found in the soil. Once again, wear gloves and wash your palms as soon as probable after finishing.

Toxoplasmosis is attributable to a parasite. It could possibly go unnoticed in a very wholesome adult or even an unborn baby. as soon as you have this infection you will not grow to be re-infected and will be immune for lifestyle.

This is a bacteria which develops into an illness known as listeriosis. the signs or symptoms of this are gentle flu, aches and pains, sore throat and excessive temperatures. Within the extra really serious of situations this can trigger septicaemia and meningitis in unborn infants. this is the worst circumstance situation. in some situations many individuals aren’t conscious they’ve caught the bacteria as they usually do not indicate any in the previously mentioned signs or symptoms. during pregnancy, mothers need to be conscious of particular foods where this bacteria may be prevalent.

It is accurate for after pregnancy aswell especially if you’re nursing your youngster.the signs or symptoms ordinarily acquire from two to 30 days after consuming contaminated food.

Meals to Keep away from

Not all cheeses contain the bacteria but there are actually some which could be potentially dangerous to a pregnant mom.Keep away from each pasteurised and unpasteurised gentle cheeses which ordinarily have a surface mould or rind like Brie, Camembert and Danish Blue. also keep away from cheeses coated in wax like Gouda, Publish Salut. It is very best to stay distinct in the majority of blue cheeses like Stilton, Gorgonzola and Roquefort. Tough Cheeses like Cheddar, Parmesan, and Red Leicester fall to the protected category as do softer cheeses produced from pasteurised milk like Cottage cheese, mozzarella, ricotta, processed cheese and cheese spreads. if doubtful play protected and keep away from consuming it.

The salmonella bacteria are most generally found in eggs. It is very best to keep away from any foods produced with raw or partly cooked eggs like home made mayonnaise, meringues, cheesecakes, sorbets or mousses. Eggs are only protected if they’ve been cooked long enough so that their yolks are difficult.Shop-bought mayonnaises are ordinarily protected so long as they’ve been produced with pasteurised eggs. Constantly verify the label if doubtful.

Keep away from all goods which have not been pasteurised.All pasteurised goods are protected to make use of all via pregnancy and beyond.

Usually do not consume raw or beneath cooked meat or poultry. also keep away from meats which are preserved in nitrates like salami, frankfurters and luncheon meat. Constantly cook meat so the juices run distinct and there is no ‘pinkness’ or blood inside. when touching raw meat and poultry continually wash your palms completely just before touching any other foods. Liver comprises vitamin a in the form of retinol which if used by a pregnant ladies can raiseher levels way previously mentioned the suggested each day degree and grow to be damaging on the baby. Liver need to be averted aswell as goods containing liver like pate and liver sausage.

Oysters and any raw or uncooked fish need to be averted. also shelled seafood like crab, prawns, and langoustines need to be averted until they’ve been completely cooked and are sizzling. Most seafood bought from a fishmonger or grocery store need to be protected. Fresh new tuna need to only be eaten as soon as a month on account of the potential levels of mercury found inside. It is also accurate for swordfish and shark. Tinned tuna comprises decrease levels so it is protected to consume every week.

All pre pared shop bought salads are very best to become averted. So also are dressed salads like coleslaw, potato salad and Florida salad. It is very best to make your own and ensure that each one leaves are completely washed no cost from soils as well as other deposits found on the leaves.

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It’s not just hot and nasty out there, it’s dangerously hot, according to the National Weather Service in St. Louis.

The National Weather Service has issued an excessive heat warning that went into effect at noon and will remain in effect until Thursday evening for the entire St. Louis metropolitan area. Although the excessive heat warning is in effect until Thursday, meteorologists predict dangerous heat and humidity to persist beyond Thursday.

High temperatures are expected to reach 100 with heat indices soaring from 105 to 114 in the afternoon and early evening.

Because of the extended length of the expected dangerous heat indices, the elderly, children and pets are especially vulnerable to heat-related illnesses. those who live in homes or apartments without air conditioning and those who work outside are also at a greater risk for heat-related illnesses.

The United way of Greater St. Louis is reminding people that the temperature inside vehicles rises to fatal temperatures in a matter of minutes, and children or pets should never be left unattended in a car for any reason.

Information on cooling centers in the metropolitan St. Louis and Southwestern Illinois regions is available by calling United way at 2-1-1 on a landline or online at 211missouri.org. Cooling center information and information for senior citizens worried about not being able to pay for air-conditioning is also available at 800-427-4626. All calls are free and confidential and available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days per year.

Here’s some tips on keeping cool and safe during dangerous temperatures from Operation Weather Survival:

* Stay out of the direct sun and heat — Spend as many hours as possible in a cool place. Minimize physical activity. Take cool baths or showers; use cool towels. Wear lightweight, light-colored, loose fitting clothing.

* Drink plenty of water or natural juices — Cool drinks help to replenish fluid losses because of increased perspiration in high temperature. Drink at least six to eight glasses of fluids every day. Avoid alcohol and caffeine as they cause your body to lose more water. keep a few bottles of water in your freezer — if the power goes out, move them to your refrigerator and keep the doors shut.

* Eat regularly — Prepare easy, cool, light items. Fresh vegetable salads, tuna and meat salads, fresh fruit mixtures, whole grain products and cheeses can all contribute to cool nutritious summer meals. Hot soups and casseroles and other products served hot can make you warmer at meal-time. Avoid using ovens.

* Develop a buddy system with family, friends, or neighbors — Develop a personal support network of people who will check in with you at least twice a day throughout warm weather periods, and plan how you will help each other in an emergency. Watch for signs of heat stroke and/or heat exhaustion. call for help when needed.

* plan ahead — Ask your doctor about any prescription medicine you keep refrigerated. Most medicine will be fine to leave in a closed refrigerator for at least 3 hours. make plans for any animals and pets. keep a battery-operated radio on hand to hear news reports and a flashlight handy for lighting. Remember extra batteries. Do not use candles; they are fire hazards. Cordless phones might not operate during power outages so keep a corded phone handy or plugged in to another jack.

* keep cool — Close your curtains and windows in the morning to keep the sun and heat out of your home. Open windows and doors at night to cool inside temperatures. keep electric lights off or turned down. If you don’t have air conditioning, leave your home and go to a cool, safe place.

* call 911 if you or anyone you know needs medical attention.

* Heat exhaustion — caused by the loss of normal fluids and salts in the body as a result of exposure to heat. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include: Cool, clammy skin; a body temperature of up to 103 degrees; weak, rapid pulse; shallow and quiet breaths and muscles that may be tense or contracted. Treatment includes keeping the person quiet and resting in a cool place an increasing the intake of cool, non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated fluids. Consult a doctor immediately if the person is elderly.

* Heat stroke — a more serious illness resulting for direct exposure to high temperatures or the sun. Symptoms include: dizziness, weakness, nausea; seeing spots, ringing in the ears, bright red, dry skin, rapid, strong pulse and a body temperature of more than 103 degrees. Treatment includes rapidly cooling off the person and taking the person to an emergency room.

The pets thing is weird but as to stuff, yes it is about control. it has to do with not being able to do what you want with specific items at a given time whether due to illness, money, other priorities at the time or even other people. The other people one is the most troublesome as less than optimal conditions at a given time leads some to believe that gives them free rein to completely take over someone’s life to “save them”. this is usually in the form harassing the individual physically and mentally with the aim being total control over this other person’s living environment, and afterwards the person is supposed to be grateful for being saved from what the OTHER person found distasteful. Personally I’ve made money selling antiques and collector’s items, a decent amount with little invested. They ebb and flow like the tide as sets get assembled, objects repaired or restored and proper selling forum to get good prices for the specific items are found. I ended up acquiring one of THOSE people in my life, and things began accumulating. I think that there are people with hoarding problems, but I also know for certain that those issues can be created in people through constant pressure, demeaning comments and the like. Now that that person has less influence in my life the great orderly liquidation is starting, though it probably would have been a lot better had it been earlier, before the economy went.

Saw the question about laws against animal hoarding. maybe not in those exact words, but certainly there are. too many animals can cause health problems for the owner and the pets. Keeping too many animals would also be covered under animal cruelty laws too.

I’ve always wondered about the psychology at work for those who hoard children. and why they usually get huge rounds of applause from people for their behavior.

Hoarding animalsI am sorry but it makes me think of women that want to have many children. Angelina Jolie recently said that she is tired of raisin her kids. How many she has and can handle? I am sure she has maids to look after her kids but she is tired? can you see a regular living person with the same preocupation? Children lovers ,Animals lovers shoe lovers hoarders in general belong to the same pack . I f you ask a person why do you have so many animals in their home the answer is” I love animals.”. Do your pets get alone ”yes they love each other” this pets have no other choice than to tolerate each other. Some of this pet owners pet’s look mal nourished, dirty, sad. sometimes because of the crowding conditions these pets live in an enviroment of competion even to get their owners love.I wish we could asked a pet how he feels about living with other pets?

Sha, I noticed your blog this morning and I totally understand your sitution. I have 5 dogs, breeding pair of pekinese which I now have 5 sweet peke pups. Two blue heelers(Sadie is 15) and held her at 5 weeks. I also have a beautiful tri-colored colliie named Missy, 4 companion horses and 2 sweet cats. Would I be a hoarder. They are my family. No human kidos so they all make me happy.

As much as I love animals, and have several acres of land thet can handle say 10 dogs & cats,there is the great responsability of loving & caring all those animals,as well as dealing with health issues & required vactionations that along with nutritional needs can get expensive. having 2 dogs ,I can understand why someone would be tempted to hoard animals,these people think they are doing the animals a great service when in fact causing them great harm,& should be considered people who need a bit of compession help & understanding.

If you’re going to feature and article write the whole story. an occasional link is expected but when all the important information are linked to other sites, you’ve lost me

I think the term “hoarder” is wrong, I would rather use theword collector. The number of animals a person has is not the issue. Some people can have one animal and not be able or willing to care for it, while others may have 10 or 15 and have the time, money and space to properly care for them. Myself, I’m retired have an above adverage income, and have 5 dogs and 2 cats, does that make me a hoarder?

HOARDING IS CONSIDERED a BAD THING WHEN IT IS NEEDED MOST, AS IN TIMES OF SHORTAGES AND RATIONING, YOU’LL SEE GOVERNMENTS SUCH AS LOCAL, STATE AND FEDERAL COME OUT AGAINST PEOPLE STOCKING UP ON WATER, FOODSTUFFS, FUEL ETC.. WERE ABOUT TO HAVE FORCED RATIONING HERE IN AMERICA SIMPLY BECAUSE OF THE FAILED SOCIALIST POLICIES BY OUR FASCIST ADMINISTRATION. HOW ABOUT THE MAYOR OF NEWARK, N.J., HE JUST CAME OUT WITH BRING YOUR OWN TOILET PAPER TO WORK DUE TO CUTBACKS. IT’S STARTING FOLKS, SO START HOARDING, ER NOT PETS BUT ESSENTIALS AND BE PREPARED TO BE MADE AN OUTCAST BY YOUR OWN GOVERNMENT FOR DOING SO.

Who is to judge how many animals is too many? That number is not the same for everybody. I know people I wouldn’t trust with ONE animal…and I know others who could take care of MANY. I currently have 9 dogs, 2 cats, a parrot, and a cockatoo…AND I want more animals. I won’t get them right now, because I don’t have the space. BUT, we bought 20 acres in W. Texas, and when we get moved there we will have farm animals and start trying to rescue some birds and a few other animals as well. only you can determine how many is too many…just be realistic about your abilities (financial, physical, and emotional), have a plan in case something happens to you, and LOVE whatever animal/s you have.

I work as a volunteer at a local animal shelter. Several months ago we received 70 dogs from a hoarding situation in Mississippi. The dogs were in terrible shape, scarcoptic mange, heart worm, behavior problems to mention a few.Sadly not all the dogs could be saved. these dogs might have had chance had the person taken them to a local shelter rather than hoarding them in the most unimaginable filthy conditions.

Horder’s are also known as pack rats too. Hanging onto just about everything and collecting things they really don’t need. My mother is such a person, as well as my husband. and yes, both of them seem to have control issues. but I think it’s a form of insecurity. As for me having less is best, less to keep up with. I can’t imagine having more than one or two pets, and at times that seems to be a bit much. what ceases to amaze me are those out there who can’t afford to feed themselves, living off of the government, but yet they can afford to have pets? this is an issue that needs to be addressed.

I have 12 cats-I started with 4, but people kept dropping them off at my home, and I will not take them to the pound, to be killed. I have had them all spade or neutered, they are too well fed, and shots are up to date. They are indoor/outdoor cats, and my home is clean as well as the cats. When our no-kill shelter opens I shall take the “poor little drop offs” there, again costing me 100′s of $$ that I can not afford. So watch who you are calling a “hoarder”, some of us just can not live with having innocent animals killed.

I got 8 cats and one found out side all the time with no found and no water so i brought her into my home and they 3 that the mother died and left they when they where kittens so i brought them in to my home too because i can’t see them out side all winter long eighter