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1. Which one of the following chemicals does the body
generate during regular exercise?
A. Adrenaline C. Endorphins
B. Sodium chloride D. Estrogen

2. Which one of the following choices would indicate that a
person has entered the exhaustion stage of stress?
A. A cold that doesn’t seem to go away
B. Crying at a sad movie
C. Visiting with friends
D. Exercising more than usual

3. How does visualization promote relaxation and stress reduction?
A. It encourages your friends and family to stay away.
B. It enables you to make the world “go away” for awhile.
C. It produces helpful chemicals in your muscles.
D. It reminds you of other tasks you need to complete.

4. The first step in handling stress is
A. removing all stressors from your environment.
B. becoming aware of your own reaction to it.
C. trying to relax through meditation techniques.
D. catching up on missed sleep.

5. What is the purpose of breathing exercises?
A. To release endorphins
B. To release adrenaline
C. To settle the body and mind
D. To decrease your sense of awareness

6. Which one of the following choices is a mental symptom of distress?
A. Sleep disorders C. Memory loss
B. Hallucinations D. High self-esteem

7. What does the acronym HALT stand for?
A. Hungry, angry, lonely, tired
B. High-strung, anxious, labored, tense
C. Healthy, active, lean, toned
D. Help, avoid, learn, talk

8. Eustress is a form of
A. estrogen. C. positive stress.
B. negative stress. D. endorphin.

9. How often should you use deep, relaxing breathing techniques?
A. Every day
B. Only during periods of stress
C. No more than twice a day
D. Only when you’ve gotten enough sleep

10. Which one of the following symptoms indicates that a person is in the alarm stage
of stress?
A. High level of concentration C. Blurred vision
B. Hyperventilation D. Racing heartbeat

11. What is the purpose of the mantra during meditation?
A. It lets everyone know you’re meditating.
B. It allows you to concentrate on one peaceful sound.
C. It helps to relax the muscles.
D. It helps to release endorphins.

12. Which one of the following choices best represents a potential stressor?
A. A surprise gift C. A long-awaited salary raise
B. An unexpected visit D. A decrease in gas prices

13. How can doing something for someone else help to relieve stress?
A. It helps you to sleep better.
B. It helps you become numb to social issues.
C. It can get you time off from work or school.
D. It gets your mind off your own troubles.

14. How can you reduce the stress of completing a project?
A. Put off the project until the last minute.
B. Work on the project well into the night.
C. Take a break from the project when you need it.
D. Devote at least eight hours a day to the project.

15. Which of the following physiological symptoms are signs of stress?
A. Arthritis and carpal tunnel syndrome
B. Hearing and vision loss
C. Dental cavities and bone loss
D. Headaches and elevated blood pressure

16. When should you suggest a client use progressive muscle relaxation?
A. Before the client begins an intense exercise routine
B. When the client is stressed while driving
C. After the client eats a large meal
D. When the client is having trouble relaxing

17. How does regular exercise improve cardiovascular function during times of stress?
A. It increases oxygen supplies and lowers triglyceride levels.
B. It reduces the amount of endorphins released in the body.
C. It reduces carbon dioxide supplies and raises triglyceride levels.
D. It increases the level of hormones circulating in the body.

18. Distress is a form of
A. disease. C. positive stress.
B. negative stress. D. expected stress.

19. Which one of the following choices might be an appropriate image for visualization?
A. The pet you had as a child
B. A picture of a favorite relative from the past
C. A car driven very fast
D. A beach at low tide

20. What nutritional supplement is recommended for helping the body handle stress?
A. Iron
B. Zinc
C. Vitamin C
D. No supplements are recommended for stress management.

really? wow!
go on google and search it, stop being so lazy.
its not even that hard :p geez!

United Pet Group Voluntarily Expands Recall of Nutritional Supplements For Dogs to Include Additional Tablet and Powdered-Form Products for Dogs and Cats Because of Possible Salmonella Health Risk

Consumers Contact:
(877) 399-5226

Media Contact:
Carey Phelps (770) 360-5292

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – July 2, 2010 – United Pet Group, Cincinnati, Ohio is voluntarily expanding its recent recall of its Pro-Pet Adult Daily Vitamin Supplement tablets for Dogs to include additional pet nutritional supplement products for dogs and cats due to possible Salmonella contamination. The list of recalled products is provided below. The Food and Drug Administration is aware of this recall.

The recalled products are sold nationally at various retailers. The products include various United Pet Group Pro-Pet and Excel branded products for dogs and cats, and certain other private label brands of the same products. All of the affected products are in tablet and powdered form. These products are being removed from retail stores and consumers should immediately stop feeding these supplements to their pets. The affected products are those with expiration dates that include and are between "01/2013" and "06/2013." Products with expiration dates earlier than 01/2013 or later than 06/2013 are not included in this recall. The expiration date can be found imprinted vertically on the right side of the product label.

Laboratory testing has revealed that some lots of some of these products may be contaminated with Salmonella. The company is recalling the additional products out of an abundance of caution.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

People who handle these products can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with them or any surfaces exposed to these products. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with the product should contact their healthcare providers.

Consumers who have purchased the affected products are urged to contact United Pet Group or the place of purchase for further direction. Consumers may contact United Pet Group at 1-877-399-5226, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST.
Additional Details
**ALSO – This is not the site I got the recall info from, but it does have a table of all the recalled products. I was using one of the products up until now so thank god I saw this. http://www.fda.gov/Safety/Recalls/ucm217999.htm

Thanks for the info. Luckily, I don’t give my cat any of the listed products.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE –- June 22, 2010 – United Pet Group, Cincinnati, Ohio is voluntarily recalling all unexpired lots of its PRO-PET ADULT DAILY VITAMIN Supplement tablets for Dogs due to possible Salmonella contamination. The Food and Drug Administration is aware of this recall.

The product was sold nationally at various retailers. The product comes in 100-count white plastic bottles with a light blue label, and UPC code 26851-01800. These products are being removed from retail stores and consumers should immediately stop feeding these supplements to their pets. The affected products are those with expiration dates on or before "06/13". The expiration date can be found imprinted vertically on the right side of the product label.

Laboratory testing has revealed that one Lot of this vitamin product was contaminated with Salmonella. The company is recalling all unexpired Lots of the product out of an abundance of caution.

Pets with Salmonella infections may be lethargic and have diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, and vomiting. Some pets will have only decreased appetite, fever and abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans. If your pet has consumed the recalled product and has these symptoms, please contact your veterinarian.

People who handle dry pet food and/or treats can become infected with Salmonella, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the chews or any surfaces exposed to these products. Healthy people infected with Salmonella should monitor themselves for some or all of the following symptoms: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramping and fever. Rarely, Salmonella can result in more serious ailments, including arterial infections, endocarditis, arthritis, muscle pain, eye irritation, and urinary tract symptoms. Consumers exhibiting these signs after having contact with this product should contact their healthcare providers.

Consumers who have purchased the product are urged to contact United Pet Group or the place of purchase for further direction. Consumers may contact United Pet Group at 1-800-645-5154 ext. 3, Monday through Friday, from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm EST.
Legit ~ Do you keep a collar on your dog, why or why not?
Oops sorry haha, I don’t use this brand so I didn’t read the whole thing, just skimmed it, didn’t realize it was a vitamin!

No problem. ANY recall is good to know about!

Legit: Collars with tags on 24/7 and microchipped. There is no guarantee a dog will not get out of a fenced yard (only out when someone is home) or out of a house. Sh*t happens. I want my dogs back quickly!!

My cat is about 9 years old. I recently noticed that she has little bumps on the top of her head, under her chin, and her upper neck. They feel crusty and it doesn’t seem to bother her when I touch them. I have no idea what this could be.

Also, when I pet her in certain places such as her stomach and her sides (especially near her tail) she meows kind of angrily and attempts to bite me! She never used to do that. I try not to touch her "sensitive spots" but it worries me that she might be in pain in those areas. I have no idea why…could it be like cat arthritis or something?
Anyways, when I pet her everywhere else, though, she loves it and purrs like usual.

She is a very sweet cat, and it is very unlike her to even attempt to bite me. Something must be wrong, but I don’t know what!

Are these symptoms of some kind of illness or something? Should I take her to see the vet?
I wouldn’t say her behavior changed really…it’s more like she’s trying to say "Don’t touch there! It hurts!" and warns me with a light nip.

As for the bumps, they don’t look to me like bug bites, but I could be wrong.

It’s impossible to tell what might be going on with your cat just from reading your question. The bumps could just be acne or scabs of some sort, but a vet will need to examine your cat to check if something is wrong with her abdomen or hips.

I have a wonderful 13 year old female beagle/cocker mix-spayed. Only pet in house. Pampered.
Over the past 2 months I noticed she was gaining some weight, panting more and the breathing through her nose became noisy – almost pig like.

Vet put her on Prednisone and also said she had Kennel Cough (no sneezing or coughing) since palpating her throat elicited something. Doxycycline got rid of the Kennel Cough. Prednisone has run its course, but nasal breathing issues still exist.

I suspected Cushings (I am not a vet) or perhaps Stenotic nares (narrowing of nasal passage). Vet ran some blood and one value was 5000 instead of below 500. This blood test was run while she was on prednisone, therefore another blood test will be run in a week to test for Cushings and then further tests for Cushings via blood and injection if that blood test warrants it.

This vet practice has 29 people there and about 9 vets so I am confident of their abilities. I still am concerned about her breathing through the nose being somewhat noisy and labored.
They can take an xray of Sadie and can scope her throat looking for excess skin and such that may cause the nasal noise.

They do not have the tools to scope her nose and to do so would require me taking her to a more highly specialized animal hospital, getting a CT scan and so on. Sure this may cost me over $2k but I am trying to first rule out Cushings and other things.

There is no nasal discharge from her nose and she does not sneeze.

I assume the structure of a dogs nose has 2 passage ways like ours. So I covered one nostril with my finger and she still could breathe although a little restricted. Covered other nostril and she pulled away from me (tried a few times) and I believe this other nostril is more restricted (just like me-her father).

I know this dog has had allergies (just like me) in the past, no changes to environment except some food changes I tried as I was on RX food and vet said it was unnecessary so I switched-but I really see no pattern to this breathing issue.

Sure she drinks more water and pees more due to the prednisone and the breathing. She is more tired but also has gained more weight even b4 prednisone. But she is 13 and tires out easily. She has gained about 3-4 pounds over the past year. Her weight was about 27 and is now 31lbs.

Sounds like Cushings by Google reading but I am nt a vet and this will not be tested. Am more concerned about the pig like sounds during her inhale of breathing through her nose

She never was a dog to breathe through her mouth except to pant.

There is n loss of hair (Cushings symptom)..

So I am doing my best to try to get to the bottom of this. Next vet appt 8/29 to test for Cushings (we are waiting a week for prednisone to get out of her system completely. And if next values indicate possible Cushings, then more specific tests will be run. But not sure the Cushings would cause the noisy nasal breathing issue as opposed to an obstruction, narrowing of nasal passage, etc..

I am at a loss and need some advice….

She has been on Rimadyl for years due to arthritis.

Thanks so much for input. Apologize for the long message. Wanted a complete history.

Sincerely
Peter
Charlotte NC

Sorry to hear about your dog. But you might want to post this on the dog section, there are people more experienced with dogs and may be able to help you. Good luck.

I was wondering if anyone else has run into a vet like the one I recently met. I live in a pretty nice little town where a lot of people are very well off. Our local vet is very overpriced so I usually bring my dogs a couple towns away to an older, more expeirenced though less "lavish" vet. Anyway, my dog- Chloe is a BC mix that I got from a shelter in NC, she’s a great dog but is obviously from a very poor breeder as she has a lot of health problems and is obviously not the product of careful breeding. I knew this when I adopted her 5 years ago and I have no problem keeping up with her many health issues-including severe alleries, early onset arthritis and dental issues to name a few. Since she has been with me her teeth have greatly improved, her allergies have been relatively under control(still working on it w her primary vet) and she has had surgery to fix a torn acl. I feel that I have given her proper medical care and done my job as her owner but a few months ago I had to bring her into the expensive vet bc I couldn’t get an appointment fast enough with her main vet. She needed more frontline and steriods/anntibiotics for her flee allergies. She did not miss a dose of her flee preventitive but we had just made a trip down south and her allergies were really acting up- I brought her to the vet expecting to be able to explain this and hopefully have him give her the med. she usually takes the help ease the symptoms- instead I was borderline yelled at by this vet-he told me that there was "more required out of me as an owner then just loving my dog" I was speechless. My life revolves around my dogs- at any given time I have at least one rescue pit bull, I have them treated by my main vet, work with them to be able to go into a good home and then find homes for them with no adoption fee-obviously this vet has no idea what I do in dog rescue but I was horribly offended by the way he talked to me. It made me wonder how many well-meaning pet owners have been turned off of bringing pets to vets because of things like this. I don’t know what I would do if he were the only vet around, I can’t even imagine what he would say if I brought one of the skinny, chewed up rescue dogs in there-he’d probably call the cops on me!
Has anyone else been unrightfully critizised by their dogs vet? Or do you think he was right and I am being irresponsible with my dogs health? I’m 22 so I’m sure he sees bad college owners all the time but I was shocked by how he acted towards me.
Thank you all for your input- I greatly appriciate it. I think I might make comment on his judgemental tactics to my rescue contacts. I don’t think he’s a bad vet- just too quick to jump to conclutions.
As for our resident PI "Bobbie" just what do you think I left out? I gave a 2 page explanation on what happened- he jumped to conclutions because she has a missing K9 tooth and had chewed herself raw from exposure to fleas, what exactly do you think I’m hiding? And thanks for the spelling lesson…

I think some vets forget that the CUSTOMER is their EMPLOYER.
WE are the ones who pay THEM to treat our animals.

If they are rude and careless we can just take our dogs elsewhere.
My vet is pretty straightforward, he doesn’t do much idle chit chat, but he does explain in detail the treatments and problems.

Like all animals, as dogs age they tend to develop health problems unique to older dogs. Many dog owners have a difficult time accepting this fact and think that their lively pooch is not an older dog and will not have health problems.

Dogs can, however, show signs of aging as early as seven years old. Older dog health problems generally affect larger breeds earlier than small breeds that tend to show signs of aging around 10 to 12 years of age. The fact is that senior dog health problems will eventually be a concern for every dog owner.

Common Health Problems Facing Older Dogs

All dogs are different and, depending on their size, breed and activity level, will exhibit health problems differently. However, there are common health issues that may manifest in all senior dogs including the following:

Joint and bone problems
-An overall reduction in their metabolism
-Difficulty with their eyes and ears
-Liver and kidney dysfunctions
-Skin becomes thin and less pliable while the coat becomes mottled and patchy
-Problems with teeth and gums

Unlike a little puppy who has an endless supply of energy, an older dog will tend to slow down and take longer to lay down or stand up. Instead of bounding up the stairs your senior dog might take each stair one at a time.

Your dog may develop arthritis, an inflammation of the joints causing pain and discomfort, which is generally the cause of this slowing down. There are a host of anti-inflammatory drugs that your veterinarian can suggest to reduce the discomfort caused by arthritis.

In many cases, an older dog will have problems with their eyes as they develop cataracts or even glaucoma. A cataract will become obvious to the owner as the eyes have a cloudy appearance and tend to reflect light. Senior dogs may also develop glaucoma, an increased amount of pressure on the eyes, and can cause more serious problems if left untreated.

The entire circulation system and many of the major organs are taxed in older dogs. The heart, lungs, liver and kidneys all become less efficient and the immune systems can become weak and vulnerable to viruses and bacteria.

Serious health problems may develop in your senior dog as some of the symptoms develop gradually. It is your responsibility to maintain your older dog’s health and remain informed of the possible senior dog health problems that commonly arise.

Helping Your Older Dog Overcome Health Problems

As an aging dog inevitably develops health problems, you can help alleviate many of the symptoms and keep your pet comfortable. The most basic thing you can do is simply pay more attention to your senior dog making sure you’re aware of the changes taking place. Brush your dog’s coat daily and ask your vet if there are special shampoos to help with her skin and coat. Spend time rubbing your hands on his coat feeling for bumps or lesions.

Be patient when your dog needs a little extra time walking up the stairs or jumping up into the car. Make sure you make regular visits to your vet and stay current on vaccinations. Brush your senior dog’s teeth regularly and have them professionally cleaned occasionally. Provide regular exercise while also making adjustments needed for your dog as she ages.

As your older dog slows down, you might have to adjust her diet to help compensate for the reduction of energy for both her weight as well as her coat and her circulation system.

Not only must the overall calorie intake be reduced, but you can also feed your senior dog specially formulated foods made to fit their particular needs. Try to purchase the most expensive, best quality food you can afford and avoid greasy table scraps.

It’s an inevitable fact that dogs age, but you can make a difference in helping your older dog overcome health problems. Keep in mind that in the last eighty years or so the average lifespan of dogs has increased from 7 years to 12. Expanding your knowledge and paying attention to your dogs health will help ensure your dog lives a long and comfortable life.

John Hinkle
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/older-dog-health-problems-common-health-problems-facing-senior-dogs-78854.html

Is your dog one of your best friends? If so, you’re especially motivated to want to take care of his health. As I’m sure you’re aware, your pet’s health is a very important part of your responsibilities as an owner.

There are a number of health issues that can affect your special pet.

For example, if your dog gets worms, you need to make sure that you take him to the vet if you can’t get rid of the worms by yourself. Worms come in several different varieties, such as roundworms, tapeworms and heart worms. It’s critical that you get rid of his worms as soon as possible before really serious health conditions arise because of these parasites.

You’ve also got to keep a close watch on fleas because they can really cause problems. You certainly don’t want your dog to suffer needlessly.

Make sure you keep your pet current with his innoculations and take him to the vet for periodic checkups.

If you can keep tartar from growing around your dog’s teeth, that would be best. However, if you’re not prepared to do that, be sure his gums aren’t infected with tartar that has gotten out of control. You’ll need to take him to the vet for teeth cleaning if you aren’t prepared to keep his teeth free of tartar deposits by regularly brushing them.

Brush your dog’s hair on a regular basis, especially if he is one of the long-haired varieties — like collies or shelties. While you’re brushing his coat, be on the lookout for skin growths or rashes that need medical care. The time you spend brushing his coat can be a special time of closeness between you and your dog.

Be careful not to give your canine buddy chicken bones which can easily splinter and get caught in his throat. In fact, don’t give small bones to him at all because of the danger of splintering with resulting internal cuts.

Be sure that your dog always has a fresh full bowl of water — especially during the hot summer months.

Choose a good brand of nourishing dog food instead of inferior brands. Don’t let him become overweight because that is a health hazard — just like in humans.

Be on the alert for symptoms that may show that your dog is in pain. If your dog refuses to eat, you need to take him to a vetinarian to see what’s the matter.

Older dogs often develop arthritis and there are special supplements that can be given to them that can help. Be sure to check with your vetinarian to see what treatment option would be best.

Be aware of where 24-hour emergency care is located. That way you’ll be prepared in case your dog needs immediate medical attention on a weekend or evening when the vet has gone home.

The suggestions in this article can help you to be a more informed dog owner, but there are a lot more topics relating to dog health that you need to research to help your dog be as healthy as possible.

Knowing that your buddy is healthy and happy will be your reward for being an informed owner.

Patricia Wagner
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/simple-health-tips-to-help-you-take-better-care-of-your-dog-79171.html

My 14-1/2 year old cat has had IBD for about a year. Her only symptom was chronic vomiting, controlled by prednisolone. 6 or 7 weeks ago, I started adding Oxyfresh pet oral hygiene solution to my cats’ pet fountain to help fight periodontal disease. Her vomiting stopped. For the first time in nearly a year, I was able to drop her pred dosage to 2-1/2 mg every other day. Now, I have dropped it to 2-1/2 mg every third day, still with no symptoms.

I understand that periodontal disease is sometimes related to inflammation elsewhere in the body, such as the heart or arthritis. My latest best guess is that by killing the bacteria that caused her bad breath, the Oxyfresh is treating a periodontal condition and thereby reducing the digestive inflammation.

Does anybody have a better explanation? Or actually know?

Thanks.
I have discussed this with 2 good veterinarians. We still have no real explanation. I am especially interested in hearing from any veterinarian who may read the question, any cat owner who may have had a similar experience, or anyone with knowledge about biology or even human health.

The chemical in Oxyfresh is stabilized chlorine dioxide. That is not the same thing as chlorine. It is approved for use as a disinfectant in drinking water and is safe for pets.

This sounds like something to discuss with the vet. I’d think the bacteria is the key thing here, but you don’t want to be causing a side problem that’ll show up next week by assuming something.

Getting to know your dog starts by getting to know its breed, and that includes getting a better idea about its appearance, personality, and health requirements. Here’s what you need to know about the Yorkshire Terrier:

Often called a “Yorkie,” the Yorkshire Terrier is a smart dog with a beautiful coat. As with other terrier breeds the Yorkie has a lot of energy but it is also a very devoted attitude toward its family. While some controversy exists as to the origin of this breed, most people believe it is the result of breeding both English and Scottish terriers. Interestingly, the first name given to this breed was the “Broken Haired Scotch Terrier.” This particular dog was around 13 pounds and had wiry hair. The entire purpose of the development of the Yorkie was to help keep rats and other small critters out of small places within the home.

It was not until the late 19th century when the official name “Yorkshire Terrier” was given, a name representing Yorkshire England. Another fascinating aspect of this breed is that it is believed the father Yorkie that started this breed was actually an accident. However, from this accident, it was discovered the dog had good energy, was highly intelligent, very devoted, and beautiful. Today, the Yorkshire Terrier ranks as the third most popular dog according to the American Kennel Club.

Physical Appearance

This small breed of dog usually weighs between five and seven pounds, although it looks bigger due to the long, flowing hair. What you typically notice first about the Yorkie is its tall and proud stance. Without doubt, the Yorkie is a self-confident breed, one with curiosity, cleverness, and spirit.

The coloring for the Yorkie is a steel blue and tan although you might also see some with black or silver/gray in the coats. The face and legs are tan, and while most have a straight coat, there are some dogs with a slight wave. Keep in mind that if you plan to show your Yorkshire Terrier, wavy hair is not acceptable. The hair of the Yorkie has to be brushed daily and clipped. In fact, for show dogs, the care of this dog’s hair is quite complicated. For instance, pet owners will apply oil to the hair, followed by wrapping it in rice paper to keep the ends of the hair strong and shiny. In addition, the American Kennel Club would look for the nose, lips, rims around the eyes, and paw pads to have dark pigmentation.

Temperament and Personality

While a wonderful breed, the Yorkshire Terrier is not for everyone. This breed does have a high level of energy and if not properly trained, can be somewhat strong-headed. However, this independence and intelligence is also an attraction. Since this dog gets along well with children and other pets within the home, it makes a great family addition. The one downside is that the Yorkie can become injured if not handled properly. Therefore, it is generally not a breed recommended for households with real small children.

It is important to provide the Yorkie with outside time to help burn off some of the energy. We also strongly recommend training for this breed. Again, carrying the terrier traits means being strong-willed and determined. Therefore, you want to start while the puppy is young, teaching him or her that its place within the home.

Health

For the most part, the Yorkie is a strong, healthy breed of dog. Unfortunately, as the dog ages, the development of cataracts is common. Other possible health problems include arthritis and a collapsed trachea. To keep the trachea from collapsing, you want to use a harness rather than a collar around the neck. This way, when or if the Yorkie were to pull, direct force would not be placed on the neck.

Other potential health problems, although not as common, include various genetic disorders. For instance, the liver shunt, known as Portosystemic Shunt, occurs when a part of the dog’s blood bypasses the liver. The result of this is the blood not being cleaned of dangerous toxins. Spotting this problem can be a challenge in that symptoms might involve changes in behavior, poor muscle development, seizures, and so on. If you have any concerns whatsoever, you should have your Yorkshire Terrier checked by a reputable veterinarian.

Dan Stevens
http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/getting-to-know-the-yorkshire-terrier-92405.html