Have you ever been utterly embarrassed by your out of control dog as he continues pulling on leash and ignores your every command? Now is not the time to give up! Your dog is ignoring you for a reason, and it is something you can change in a relatively short amount of time! Why Does My Dog Ignore Me? Simply put, your dog has no positive emotions that he finds more reinforcing than whatever it is that he is doing while he ignores you. Don’t feel bad, though! It is not that your dog doesn’t love you, he just doesn’t know what else to do when you are trying to get his attention. Instead of giving up, it is time to give him a reason to pay attention to you! Dogs that have been rescues or gone through trauma are especially prone to ignoring their humans. This is because they...
Continue reading » BehaviorNo Comment We all know that sharing food from our plates can create unwanted begging from our dogs, but there are some foods that you may want to include in your pup’s daily diet. Some people foods can provide a highly nutritious snacks that your dog may not even get from his kibble or canned meals! Photo Credit: HerDogBlog Blueberries For Dogs In muffins, cereals, and pies blueberries complete delicious meals for us humans. Dogs can benefit from the high antioxidant content from the yummy berry as well! If your dog has an adventurous palate, give him a raw blueberry by itself as a treat, or mix a few in with his daily meals. Here is a good article on blueberries and dogs by HerDogBlog. Bananas For Dogs It is common knowledge that bananas are high in potassium and are wonderful for muscle health, but they also can help to stimulate healthy...
Continue reading » Food/TreatsNo Comment It is often seen as a cruel piece of equipment seen on dogs, but you can’t help but wonder if it is something that you and your dog should use. A metal, wide collar made up of links that include 2 prongs each that find their way through your dog’s fur and to his skin. It looks as though it could be quite painful, yet effective to end leash pulling. Is this something you could benefit from? Busting the Prong Myth The big question and debated hot topic when it comes to prong collars is whether or not they are painful to the dog. The short answer is that yes, they are painful. This is how they work. However, you can make something painful or uncomfortable without totally damaging your dog’s sensitive throat and this is what some dog trainers and owners use the prong for. Instead of relying on...
Continue reading » Dog Product Reviews, Dog ProductsNo Comment Let’s face it, dog toys can be expensive! If your dog is always shredding his newest plushy to get to the squeaker and chewing through your money in the hope that the next toy lasts a little longer then it’s time you face the best free dog toys you at make at home, right now! The Poor Dog’s Noise Maker Dogs love toys that make noise – lots of noise! Most toys that make your dog’s ears prick up with delight are costly and are torn to bits pretty quickly. You can make your dog happy and keep your wallet safe with the Poor Dog’s Noise Maker. It’s just a water bottle. If you have a large breed dog you can use a 2 liter soda bottle once you have drank the liquid and rinsed it out well. Don’t forget to take away the tops and plastic rings to make...
Continue reading » Dog ToysNo Comment If you are all out of rainy day money to take your pup on vacation or want something that you can just get up and do right now with no special equipment, transportation or money then you will want to keep on reading! Many free activities exist that can occupy your dog’s time, mind and use up any excess energy he may have. Take A Walk The good, old fashion walk around the block can do so much for you and your dog. Just put his lead on and go! Walking does more than just give you two exercise, it also provides mental stimulation for your pet as he is able to sniff and interact with other things he normally wouldn’t, including other people, dogs or even simply sniffing the roses! Play Fetch with Anything! While typical dog toys, tennis balls or rope toys make up the majority of things...
Continue reading » Dog HealthNo Comment The pressure on dog owners is getting heavy as more and more pet food manufacturers are getting into hot water over inferior ingredients and bacteria infested kibbles. How can you trust any dog treat to be safe and healthy for your favorite canine unless you watched them make it? You can’t! However, you can make your very own single ingredient dog snacks at home with an oven or dehydrator! Beef Liver Jerky Beef liver is a must for any raw fed dog and most certainly carries the majority nutrients every dog needs. Vitamins, minerals, oils and protein as packed into every single bite of pure beef liver. Making it even more beautiful is the dog’s craving for this super healthy superfood. You can make your very own beef liver jerky bites, snacks or strips at home and less than 5 bucks! What do you need? Beef liver and either an...
Continue reading » Food/TreatsNo Comment Wooden dog kennels are a great option for those looking for a place for your dog to stay when you are out for the day or for the night when there are guests over. Why would you purchase a wire dog kennel? They look horrible and it makes your dog look like it is in a prison for hamsters. Not only that, the wire dog kennels tend to be built more cheaply. There are multiple options for you on the internet that will fit dogs of a variety of sizes. Mr. Herzher’s Pet Residence in Brown Mr. Herzher’s Pet Residence is a dog kennel that your dogs will like but will also look appealing to humans. The crate is built mostly out of wicker with small metal windows on both sides and a metal front door. The crate comes in four different sizes from small to extra-large. The small is...
Continue reading » Dog Product Reviews, Dog ProductsNo Comment Are you looking for an attractive way to crate your dog at night? Well then your best solution will probably be to buy a dog crate end table. These end tables fit at the end of your couch or other furniture and function just like a normal end table with one exception, the inside of the table is a dog crate with a door that can be closed. Most guests won’t look twice at the table unless your furry friend is hiding out in it. Brookstone’s Pet Crate End Table Brookstone is a company that is famous for selling a wide variety of luxury goods. Now they bring to you a dog crate end table. This end table is made out of solid wood and comes in two different sizes, one for small dogs and one for large dogs. The bottom half of the sides is comprise of a wooden...
Continue reading » Dog Product Reviews, Dog ProductsNo Comment Most dog owners absolutely love their dogs but are at a loss at where to have them stay the night when they are camping in a tent. Tents that are made for humans usually end up being too crowded to include a dog and when it’s raining and storming who wants a wet and muddy dog in the tent where you sleep and keep your clothes. We love our dogs and if we had some other solution for camping with them we would take it. Now we do. Dog tents are the latest innovation in camping with your pets. Dog tents are similar to the tents designed for humans but they are at a reduced size. Like with human tents dog tents have metal poles that hold them up and have a zip up or otherwise securable front door. In the back side there is a whole so that you...
Continue reading » Dog ProductsNo Comment Are you looking for the best dog bed for your precious partner? Coolaroo makes some of the best dog beds available today. They are innovatively designed to make your dog more comfortable. Best of all they are designed to last. All Coolaroo dog beds are lifted off the ground to allow the air to blow underneath your dog and to get them off the cold or hot floor. Because of the special fabric combination that Coolaroo uses for their covers it is breathable and eliminates hot spots. That means that your dog is cool even during the hottest of weather. The fabric is even flea and mite resistant so that your dog won’t spread any bugs to the bed and vice versa. Additionally, it is mold and mildew resistant so that you can leave it out on a covered porch. The bed itself is weatherproof but not waterproof so don’t...
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