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Keep Your Dog Calm and Safe During Fireworks

6/30/2019

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With the upcoming 4th of July Holiday, I thought, I share these tips for keeping your pet calm and safe during fireworks.

For many pets the loud noises and the smell of fireworks are very frightening and statistically there is a huge increase in lost pets during this time of year. Even pets that usually won't run from home can get so panicked that they run away.

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Helping Jaeger Across the Rainbow Bridge - Our Story of Choosing At-Home Euthanasia

6/9/2019

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A few months back we had to say good-bye to our beloved friend Jaeger.
Jaeger was one of the kindest souls I have ever met. He helped us with so many foster dogs and in our dog training. But most of all, he brought so much joy and happiness into our daily lives. He was my companion for 13 years. Words cannot express what he meant to me and my husband. He will be forever missed.
Having to say good-bye is never easy, and deciding on whether or not to help your pet across the Rainbow Bridge is a hard and very difficult decision to make. I chose to share our experience with At-Home Euthanasia with you, in the hopes that it may offer some help, when the time comes for your pet to cross the Rainbow Bridge.

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Traveling with Dogs - Canine Travel Experts Share Their Travel Tips

5/31/2019

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With summer vacations and travel season starting again, I decided to interview five Canine Travel Experts and find out what they want you to know about traveling with dogs.

 I've asked them to tell me about their main reason for traveling with their furry friends and what they feel is essential to take with them on their journey. They also shared some helpful online resources they use and what they find most challenging during their travels with pets. Lastly, they share some tips on skills they feel are important to teach dogs to make them good travelers. 
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Must-Have Summer Fun Items for Dog Lovers

5/13/2019

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Summer is here in Arizona and it's time to prepare for the hot days. So how do you keep your pooches entertained in the hot summer weather? In this article, I want to share my favorite summer items with you. They make the hot days fun and help exercise your dog, so he doesn't develop any unwanted behaviors.  We take our dogs out to the lakes or on creek hikes.

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Help! My dog pees when meeting strangers - how to fix submissive urination in dogs

1/16/2019

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Recently one of my friends ask if they could teach their dog not to pee every time a stranger comes into the home. Since submissive urination is a fearful behavior, I told my friend he needed to recondition the dog so that the dog would associate strangers coming to his home as a positive experience.
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A dog that pees when she gets attention is likely a shy dog, that gets excited and/or intimidated when people come into her space. Most of the time people that love dogs want to pet them immediately and give them lots of verbal attention, like: “Oh, you are so cute. Come over here. You don’t have to be afraid, I like dogs!” They keep going after the dog, trying to pet her. Since the dog is in a submissive state and likely excited for all the attention, she will crouch down and squeeze her body to make herself smaller and in the process might pee a little, or even a lot. Now there will likely be some verbal exclamation from either the dog owner or the guest: “Oh no, she peed on the floor!” and some excited hustle about cleaning it up quickly. The dog senses that she has done something wrong and associates this greeting ritual with a state of anxiety and confusion.


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Pups on Piste – Dog-Friendly Ski Vacation in the Italian Alps

1/6/2019

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Guest Blog by Jackie Lambert

Hi, we are ‘that couple with four dogs,’ otherwise known as Jackie and Mark. We took early retirement to travel when we were made redundant in our early 50s. Once we were no longer slaves to long hours, we decided to get a dog, but ended up with four; our cuddly Cavapoos Kai, Rosie, Ruby and Lani.Our pooches are our constant companions and since one of our passions is skiing, we take our pups on piste; that is, they accompany us for our snowy seasons in Monte Rosa, a hidden gem in the Italian Alps.
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Adventure Dog - Unique Activities for People +Dogs

12/16/2018

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We love our dogs and take them with us wherever we go, whenever possible. I am always looking for more dog-friendly adventures, so you can imagine my excitement, when I saw some pictures of Melissa  rock-climbing with her dog, Hero. I just had to find out more about them!

Melissa embodies the term "if I can't bring my dog, I'm not going." She has found dog-friendly activities that are not only unique but also challenging. Melissa horseback rides, paddle boards and rock-climbs with her dog and both participate in dog events like dog survivals and canicross.

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Chocolate safe for dogs to eat? Carob is the chocolate substitute dogs can indulge on!

11/29/2018

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Apollo is super excited to get these "Chocolate" covered dog biscuits I just made. Of course, they are not dipped in real chocolate, because dogs can't have chocolate. It's one of those forbitten foods for dogs. These homemade dog biscuits are made with carob, a naturally sweet chocolate substitute that is safe for dogs to eat.


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DIY Thanksgiving Treats for Your Dog

11/15/2018

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Want to make some special treats for your dogs this Thanksgiving? Here is my Thanksgiving treat recipe.
Homemade dog treats

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Winter Blankets for Shelter Dogs - How One Arizona Businessman is Making a Difference

11/9/2018

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Mike Casten is organizing his Poodini Pals Toy Drive

With winter approaching, it is critical that the shelters have an ample supply of blankets and bedding to keep the dogs warm. Mike Casten, owner of Poodini Pet Waste Removal, is organizing his Poodini Pals Toy Drive in November to focus on getting winter supplies for homeless Valley Shelter Dogs.

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Teach Your Dog to Love Traveling by Car

11/2/2018

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When we first got our new puppy Apollo he did not like car rides. He would sit there scared, whining and drooling, and after a few minutes he would start chucking up his food. Does your dog love the car? Or is he restless like Apollo? Is he unsettled and whines or drools? Does he get car sick? If your dog does not do well during car rides, the underlying issue is fear. This article will give you a few ways to help your dog get comfortable with the car, help you eliminate his fears, and get him to love traveling by car.
 

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October 25 is Pit Bull Awareness Day!

10/23/2018

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I already wrote an article on Pit Bull Awareness this month, as October is officially Pit Bull Awareness month. But I cannot resist sharing the beautiful pictures of Pit Bulls that were sent to me in response to my recent blog post.  You can read the article here.
So in honor of Pit Bull Awareness day, please enjoy these lovely faces and darling pets.

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Teach Your Dog to Run Next to Your Bicycle in 3 Easy Steps

10/14/2018

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Take your dog with you on bicycle rides, it's a lot of fun and can be a great way to provide exercise for both of you.
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Here are 3 easy steps to get your dog used to running next to your bicycle.


Before you start the exercise, decide on what side of the bicycle you want your dog to run. I like my dog on the right side of the bicycle. This way he is out of traffic when I ride down the road. Some folks like the dog on the left side of the bicycle, because this is the side they walk their dogs in a heel position. Either side is fine, the important thing is to remain consistent.

Choose an area that is safe to practice in the beginning. It is best to have no traffic and little distractions. I started in our driveway and at a nearby park. 

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From Mascot to Monster - October is Pit Bull Awareness Month

10/9/2018

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Vinny (Photo: Jeni Meyers)


October is American Pit Bull Awareness month, which is a good thing, as the Pit Bull is one of the most misunderstood dog breeds in the world today. No other breed has dealt with this many misconceptions and breed specific legislation. On the other hand, there is a large percentage of dog lovers that are strong advocates for the breed.

The Pit Bull is actually not a breed, but four distinct breeds. The American Pit Bull Terrier, the American Staffordshire Terrier, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier and the American Bully. In addition, there are lots of mix breed dogs that are deemed pit bull mixes.

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3 Reasons to Teach Your Dog to Potty on Command

10/4/2018

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When people ask me about skills that I deem important for traveling dogs, I always start with “Potty on Command.” Many people look at me in disbelieve. Really? Why would teaching your dog to do his business on command be such a big deal? But I insist, teaching your dog to potty on command is one of the most needed skills if you like to take your dog with you on day-trips or vacations. Here are my 3 reasons why you should teach your dog to potty on command.
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Blue Oatmeal Cookies - DYI Dog Treats

10/3/2018

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These healthy dog treats are made with organic blueberries, yogurt, oats and fax seed.
Prep Time: 10 Min
Cook Time: 30 Min

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Please Don't Pet Me - The Story of a Service Dog

10/1/2018

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Developing a service/handler relationship with my German Shepherd Dog, Sailor has been a journey of self-discovery, discipline, patience, awareness, and challenge. Having her at my side has been life changing. It isn’t like having a fluffy pet as a companion everywhere I go, I can trust and rely on her. Sailor isn’t just my emotional support, she is my lifeline and the reason I can function at a higher level each day. Training Sailor with the support of a service dog organization has required a lot of me as a person with a disability, managing post-traumatic stress, traumatic brain injuries and amnesia. We have had to learn who we are as a team because we are together for the same purpose in service to each other.

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Should You Dress-up Your Dog for Halloween?

9/26/2018

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While out shopping today, I noticed that the stores are already selling Halloween costumes everywhere. This reminded me to write a post on dressing up your dogs.
There are lots of people who want to make their pets part of the Halloween festivities. I remember as a child I had a small dog that I would dress up in my doll's clothes. The dog didn't mind too much. However, not every dog is as good-natured with playing dress-up as that little dog of my youth.
Here are some things you might want to consider, before you buy that Halloween costume for your dog:
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Helping Dogs with Separation Anxiety

9/21/2018

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You leave your house and your dog is barking and howling and won’t stop all day. You come home after work and your dog has destroyed the blinds on your living room windows or chewed up your furniture. You put your dog in his crate and he digs at the gate, frantically trying to get out. These are some canine behaviors signaling your dog may suffer from stress and behavior problems when left alone.
Sadly, such behavior problems are one of the most common reasons why owners get rid of their dogs. This is unfortunate because these kind of behavior problems can be treated by implementing a few simple strategies.
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Spinach and Rice Homemade Dog Treats

9/18/2018

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I love making my own dog treats and my dogs love to eat them!

Here is a recipe from my canine recipe book "Chew On This - Homemade Dog Treat Recipes" using spinach and rice as the main ingredients.
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