Here is a collection of important articles regarding recent vaccination discoveries and health topics. Feel free to post more articles in the comments below.


The Rabies Vaccine
http://drjeandoddspethealthresource.tumblr.com/post/123835271561/rabies-vaccine-law#.Vb59p5NVhBf

Lifelong Immunity- The Truth About Vaccinations Immunity
http://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/lifelong-immunity-vets/

3 Puppy Vaccination Mistakes: Too Early, Too Often, Too Much
http://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/3-puppy-vaccination-mistakes-too-early-too-often-too-much/

Three Critical Problems With The Kennel Cough Vaccine
http://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/three-critical-problems-kennel-cough-vaccine/

Dr. Jean Dodd's Virus and Vaccine Related Articles
http://drjeandoddspethealthresource.tumblr.com/dodds-vaccines#.VoMjuZMrKX0

Fecal Transplant: An Amazing Cure You've Probably Never Heard Of
http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2015/12/13/fecal-transplants.aspx

New Eye Drops Can Dissolve Cataracts:
http://www.iflscience.com/health-and-medicine/these-eye-drops-shrunk-cataracts-dogs

Stem Cell Therapy for Dogs:
http://healthypets.mercola.com/sites/healthypets/archive/2015/06/24/stem-cell-therapy-for-dogs.aspx

Mi-Ki Puppy for Sale

Rare Gem Mi-Kis invites you to watch a short and sweet video of our available Deliah, her mama & litter-mates!

Here at Rare Gem Mi-Kis we utilize holistic & energy healing practices on all of our dogs. 

The chart below is a useful guide to reflexology points in the paw. We have used this multiple times and have seen incredible results. Our Mi-Kis just love their massages. 

There's A Dog App For That!

Mi-Ki lovers, check this out! With only a click away on your cell phone or tablet you can explore useful possibilities for you and your puppy.   Pet First Aid App By        American Red Cross  Provides in depth veterinary advise for   both simple and complicated pet  emergencies, step by step  instructions, videos and much more. PetMD Pet Symptom Checker This apps allows you to easily access over 2,000 health articles based on the symptoms your dog is exhibiting.  Pet Tech - CPR, First Aid &  Care for Your Pets  Instant access to information  regarding your dog's health and  safety. Dog Buddy- First Aid App Dog Buddy Free is a great app. You can write your dogs’ diaries, record the milestones of your dog and add the picture as souvenir, track your dogs’ weight, save your dog pictures, and track your dog’s veterinary, medications, vaccinations, allergies and other information relevant with your dogs.   Pet Tag Scan App   Scan Pet Tag's to get information on  the pet and return to it's owner if it's  lost.

Rover.com App Great app that gives you access to directory of pet sitters in your area.  Bring Fido App- Pet Friendly  Hotels  A directory of all the  hotels, restaurants park and more  where pets are welcomed.  DogVaccay App Find the perfect dog sitter in your area. All reservations include FREE pet insurance, 24/7 emergency support, and daily photo updates of your pooch enjoying a "Vacay" of his own All apps are available for download through the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store. Most apps are free. Let us know if you find this post interesting. We love your feedback to better serve you!

Mi-Ki Breeder Checklist

We at Rare Gem Mi-Kis want to know: “What’s the first thing you want to know when you call a breeder about an available Mi-Ki puppy?” 

We have compiled a list of frequently asked questions to us at Rare Gem Mi-Kis and questions we ask and want to be asked regarding a Mi-Ki. Please let us know if you have any additional questions you would like to ask when searching for a new Mi-Ki addition to your family. Looking forward to your responses! 

• Can you come visit the puppies?

• Are the Parents health tested & cleared?

• Does the breeder offer a guarantee against genetic health problems?

• Can you see pictures of the parents?

• Who are the parents registered with? Is it an all pet or a Mi-Ki only registry?

• Can you see a 4-generation pedigree?

• What are the grooming needs for this breed?

• Is this breed good with children? 

• What are the exercise needs?

• What are common ailments or illnesses associated with this breed?

• What is the price for a Mi-Ki puppy?

• Does the breeder have any references? 

• What is the delivery cost if necessary, and method of delivery?

• What state is the breeder located in? 

• Can you view videos of the puppy? 

• What is the puppy’s character? 

• What are the personality traits of the breed?

• What is the average lifespan?

• What is the average size of puppies the breeder is producing? Average size for the breed?

• How long will the puppy stay with the breeder? Until 12 weeks of age and fully vaccinated?

The Art of Feeding a Mi-Ki

Attention Mi-Ki Lovers near and far! We hope you find this an interesting read. Full articles are footnoted and linked. Any additions or suggestions are welcomed! Introducing the new version of "The Art of Feeding a Mi-Ki". Bon Apetit! Woof!

https://drive.google.com/open?id=0Bwlld4AyNqsFODNueVh0cWtTd0U&authuser=0

We wanted to share this message from the OFA- The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals. 

The decision to breed dogs brings with it a host of responsibilities. Responsible dog breeders properly house, feed, and care for their dogs.

They provide proper socialization for their puppies, and go to great lengths to screen perspective buyers, and place their puppies in good homes. 

Responsible dog breeders do not allow their dogs to end up in rescue organizations, they maintain a lifelong commitment to the animal. The list goes on, these are but a few of the responsibilities that separate the serious, responsible dog breeder from "backyard" breeders and commercial operations.

Another area of responsibility assumed by the dedicated breeder is a commitment to health issues. This commitment to overall canine health goes beyond providing puppies with their first shots. It goes beyond a concern of keeping the puppy well until the warranty after the sale has expired. While no one, commercial breeders included, wants to produce puppies that are deaf, go blind, seize, or are lame,the actions taken up front to minimize inherited diseases help define what makes a person a serious, dedicated, and responsible breeder.

Conformation traits, working ability, and temperament are routinely factored into the selection criteria leading to a particular breeding. Health concerns need to play a similar role in these decisions. The prioritization and balance of these selection criteria contribute to making dog breeding an art, not a science. However, even as an art form, there is a scientific component. Often, the most successful breeders are those who have been working with a long line of particular dogs. They have personal knowledge of generations of dogs within the pedigree. They have experienced first hand the dominant traits, both positive and negative, which certain dogs carry. In short, they have data; information, which allows them to make more informed breeding decisions.