Hi, My Name is Kada

Hi my name is Kada. I was left behind by my family possibly because of a divorce. My owners left me in the backyard and I had no food or water for a few days. My nice neighbors saw me in the backyard and they fed me, gave me water, and brought me inside. They called Midwest Mastiff Rescue to come get me. The neighbors said the owner was going to drive me to the country and drop me off. I can't imagine why since I have been with them since I was a baby. There must have been a mistake.

A volunteer with Midwest Mastiff Rescue picked me up and took me to his house. I got a much needed bath and I feel wonderful! My ears are infected but they are being worked on. They feel better now that the gunk is being cleaned out of them. I'm a very happy beautiful girl. I don't ask for much from anyone. I like to have my belly rubbed if at all possible. I tend to snort when you do this. I like to be around everyone but I am content having a roof over my head. I don't tear things up and I am a good girl. I am a mature woman so I won't tell you my age. Actually I don't know my age but I will have an idea after I go to the vet. One of the neighbors believes that I am 5. I LOVE riding around and I LOVE the wind in my face, mouth and the flapping of my tongue. If someone says "let's go" then I'm ready! I am good with puppies and I am adjusting to the other women (4 legged) here. The foster family was told that I'm good with cats. I do talk a lot just so you know. My foster family says that I am a no maintenance dog. I am potty trained and just happy being near you. Please consider adopting a mature gal like me.

XOXO

Kada

Lookout! Flea & Tick Season is Among Us!

Fleas are external parasites, living off the blood of mammals. Although fleas can be a problem for your pets all year, flea populations typically explode about 5 or 6 weeks after the weather starts to warm up.



Warning Signs that you dog or cat may have fleas!!
*Sratching/biting at their skin. Fleas bite-they hurt-your pet wants them off!

*If infested with fleas, your pet can become very nervous and annoyed.

*Black Specks on your pet's skin or in your dog's or cat's bed may be "flea dirt"--the fecal matter from adult fleas. This can be usually seen more easily on a pets back or belly area.


Ticks are blood feeding external parasites of mammals, birds, and reptiles throughout the world. Ticks prefer to live in woods, tall grass, weeds and brush. They climb onto low vegetation and attach to suitable hosts which pass by, including pets and people. When they detect vibrations and chemical cues such as host odors or exhaled carbon dioxide, ticks will fall from their perch or stretch out (holding on to their perch with only 2 or 4 of their rear legs) and hope to snag or attach onto a passing host. Ticks are also capable of detecting shadows cast by a passing host.


Be careful! Ticks can be dangerous to both pets and humans. Many ticks carry bacteria and disease such as: Lyme Disease, Ehrlichiosis and/or Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever.

Prevention:
Help prevent your pet from having problems with fleas & ticks by using preventative products which can be pruchased from your vet, or local pet stores, such as: Frontline, Advantage, K9 Advantix, Bio-Spot. Ask your vet which is right for your pet.

If your pet already has fleas/ticks: Many of these same products are also used to treat flea infestations. You also need to treat your home, pet's bedding and living area, along with your car (esp. if you transport your pet with fleas).

For a more natural remedy, Shear Paradise offers ALL-NATURAL, NON-TOXIC flea and tick baths too. (no dips or pesticides)
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Cash

Cash is 18 months old and he was rescued from a pound in Indiana. After a little digging we determined Cash was hit by a car and dumped by his owner. He has permanent damage to the left side of his body but he is not letting this put him down. Cash has a beautiful spirit and is planning on enjoying life. Cash was recently neutered and in June he will have surgery on his leg. Midwest Mastiff Rescue received a donation to help offset a lot of the medical expenses for Cash.

There are so many wonderful people out there willing to donate money to help with medical and living expenses. We are so grateful for all the help we receive. If you would like more information regarding volunteer opportunities please check out our website and complete a volunteer application.