Winter Safety for New York Pets
Sadly, it was not so long ago that a young doctoral student, Jodie Lane, was killed on a NYC street while doing something as mundane as walking her dog on a wet city street. Jodie stepped onto a metal plate with her dogs and was electrified by an underground cable. The dogs survived, but Jodie who fell on the plate, did not have the protection that a rubber soled shoe might have provided. Pedestrians are generally safe from the voltage hazards that New York has faced from plates, manhole covers and streetlights because of their rubber soled sneakers and shoes.
However, our bare pawed pets have been more susceptible to these stray currents - until now.
Many New York pet owners who sport rubber soles on wet city streets as a matter of precaution, can now deck their pets out in their own rubber soled dog shoes. G-Boots and Hound Hikers, are two brands of dog boots taking dog owners by storm, so to speak. They are probably the only boots for dogs that are made with rubber soles. More than great accessories that come in a variety of colors and sizes for small and large breeds, they are made from 100% fused rubber soles unlike other dog boot styles made with vinyl or plastic soles.This rubber sole protection has New Yorkers purchasing G-Boots and Hound Hikers in droves as they seek to take back the streets and make walking the dog one of New York's safer activities again.????Even on drier days sidewalk grates form a willing receptacle for shoe heels and puppy paws. Sturdy boots like G-boots or Hound Hikers offer great paw protection.
Other sidewalk hazards for pets include the rock salt, antifreeze and other chemicals used to melt the piles of snow that can mount in just a day of New York winter weather. These dangers can also be minimized by a pair of good dog boots.
Dogs love the smell and taste of antifreeze and if they don't lick it directly, they pick it up on their paws and can come into contact with these poisons at a later time. Boots aren't the only wardrobe necessity that owners should provide their pets. Short haired breeds and small dogs are particularly prone to frostbite in cold weather regardless of their coats.
Most of the breeds that have become popular among pet owners are simply not conditioned to cope with cold winter temperatures. A dog sweater or a dog coat is not simply a fashion statement, it's a must.
They can be as luxurious as hand knitted cashmere or as basic as a simple cable knit sweater.
Paw wax, short walks and some common sense are the finishing touches to brace your pet for any cold season.HandsNpaws products have been featured on ABC's "The View", MSNBC and the New York Daily News. The store offers a complete line of pet clothing and travel gear for small and larger breed dogs including Hound Hikers?, G-Boots?, Dog Sweaters, Dog Coats and Mushers Secret Paw Wax.
The company's products are available online at http://www.HandsNpaws.com..
Baby Clothing
Even though it is meant for the same purpose as for the adults, baby clothing has attained different dimensions in the recent years. These days, baby clothing is not only used to cover babies, but it also serves an aesthetic and safety-related purpose.
The best baby clothing is supposed to have very soft texture and should aim at protecting the child's fragile body. Cotton, polyester, fleece, spandex, and nylon are some of the fibers that are used to make baby clothing.
Ranges of baby clothing starts from infant clothing for babies between 0-1 months called a bodysuit. A bodysuit?also known as a babygrow, sleepsuit, or stretchsuit?is a one-piece, long-sleeved outfit with zippers down the front and the legs. Because most babies dislike having anything pulled over their heads, one should look for garments that are easy to put on and take off.
When purchasing a dress for babies or toddlers to wear on a daily basis, it is good to avoid buying...
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Winter Safety for New York Pets
Sadly, it was not so long ago that a young doctoral student, Jodie Lane, was killed on a NYC street while doing something as mundane as walking her dog on a wet city street. Jodie stepped onto a metal plate with her dogs and was electrified by an underground cable. The dogs survived, but Jodie who fell on the plate, did not have the protection that a rubber soled shoe might have provided. Pedestrians are generally safe from the voltage hazards that New York has faced from plates, manhole covers and streetlights because of their rubber soled sneakers and shoes.
However, our bare pawed pets have been more susceptible to these stray currents - until now.
Many New York pet owners who sport rubber soles on wet city streets as a matter of precaution, can now deck their pets out in their own rubber soled dog shoes. G-Boots and Hound Hikers, are two brands of dog boots taking dog owners by storm, so to speak. They are probably the only boots for dogs that are made with rubber...
Winter Safety for New York Pets
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Medical Uniforms
The importance of wearing medical uniforms was established when Florence Nightingale, a pioneer in the medical field, saw the need to provide maximum comfort to medical professionals and guarantee the highest level of performance when working long hours at hospitals. Her actions strongly influenced hospitals, and, medical uniforms are part of the dress code in medical facilities throughout the world.
There are many examples of medical uniforms. These include doctors' scrubs, lab coats and dental scrubs. Medical professionals wear these uniforms according to their field in order to provide comfort and more mobility while at work.
Doctors who perform surgery or work in emergency rooms use doctors' scrubs. Operations can be exhausting and very stressful for doctors, not to mention the smell of anesthesia, the blood and all the other chemicals that can ruin every day clothing.
Wearing scrubs may not relieve the stress and pressure but can certainly provide...
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Looking After Leather
With a little care, you can keep leather clothing looking its best for years, according to an expert on leater from The Olde Hide House in Acton, Ontario.- Leather naturally repels water but, for additonal protection, look for an environmentally friendly repellent product to help prevent absorption of water and body oils. It's best to avoid silicone-based repellents which retard leather's ability to "breathe."- Let wet leather garments dry in well-ventilated areas, away from heat. The leather may stiffen slightly but should soften again after wearing.- Hang leather coats and jackets on thick or padded hangers to keep the shoulders in shape. Don't load pockets with heavy or bulky items, which could tear seams.- Plastic bags tend to dry out or discolor leather. Use a cotton garment bag for off-season storage, or hang coats as usual, draping a tea-towel over the shoulders to deter dust.- Avoid pressure-sensitive labels (the stick-on type)as the gummy residue left behind by these labels...
Looking After Leather
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