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In many ways, dogs are just like human children. They require mental stimulation, quality time with a “parent,” and can be destructive when bored. Interactive dog toys, which force a dog to solve a puzzle in order to earn a reward, can provide all of the above mentioned needs. Interactive dog toys come in many sizes, shapes, and difficulty levels. Perhaps the first and most well known interactive toy is the KONG, which forces dogs to figure out how to get all of the cheese, peanut butter, or kibble out of the rubberized toy. A more difficult toy may hide treats in compartments that the dog must figure out how to open in order to find the tasty reward. No matter your dog’s skill level, there is sure to be a toy that fits his or her needs. Mental Stimulation Dogs require mental stimulation throughout their day in order to...
Continue reading » BehaviorNo Comment When I adopted my first dog, I was ecstatic to find that he was free to a good home. He was being given away to anyone who could give him the exercise and training he needed as well as care for him on a daily basis. No problem, I thought. Two meals a day, a bowl of water and a collar and leash and he would be just fine and dandy! How hard could it be to keep up with his care? I learned the hard way. Like us on Facebook and let everyone know, I Heart Dogs! Even if your dog is free initially, there are costs that will very shortly follow your decision to adopt him. Vet care needs to be provided within 3 days of bringing home a new puppy. This includes a fecal exam to check for parasites, worming medication, vaccinations, flea and tick prevention, heartworm prevention...
Continue reading » PlanningNo Comment Does your dog sleep in your bed or take your spot when you get up in the middle of the night? Some people do not mind their dog sleeping in bed with them, others hate it but can’t keep them off. In our case, we do not mind Rosco sleeping with us but like him down by our feet. A 100+ pound dog doesn’t belong between us! No matter if you mind it or not, I suggest training your dog so that he knows that your bed is not always his bed. When not trained, a dog looks at your bed as your den, the place you all cuddle and sleep. For my wife and I, it is also the place where our dog thought he had the right to take anyplace on the bed he wanted which usually ended up being the warm spot we got up from to...
Continue reading » TrainingNo Comment As a dog owner, I look back to my childhood in horror and cannot believe what awful dog owners my parents were. I know that sounds harsh, but the level of pet-parenting dogs receive today is vastly different than it was 20 – 30 years ago. Today I am what might be called an over-protective pet parent, but I am probably this way due to years of learning from my parents’ mistakes. Here are my top do’s and don’ts for dog owners, gathered from my own experiences growing up. Don’t Assume All Dog Breeds are the Same Before I was born, my parents had only ever owned purebred cocker spaniels. Until I had a spaniel of my own, I never understood why my parents thought dogs didn’t need training or exercise [note: I do not recommend not training or not exercising a spaniel; rather, some dog breeds just happen to...
Continue reading » PlanningNo Comment Leash pulling, harness escaping, and fears of your dog’s leash becoming detached from the collar or harness are all common problems. Here, the Harness Lead will be reviewed, which overcomes many of these issues. The Harness Lead is an intuitively designed product made from a single piece of exceptionally strong, woven nylon that can withstand up to 37,000 lbs of pressure. This product is designed to wrap around the dog’s chest in order to eliminate choking and gagging that occur when pressure is applied to the trachea, such as with traditional no-pull products. The Harness Lead applies pressure based on your dog’s movements, ensuring you never have to violently correct your dog. Additionally, since the Harness Lead is comprised of one single piece of rope, you never have to worry again about a leash malfunction. The Harness Lead is a great product for anyone whose dog pulls. Best yet, the...
Continue reading » Dog Product ReviewsNo Comment Dogs and bones seemingly go together like peanut butter and jelly; but, are bones really a healthy snack for our dogs? A growing number of veterinarians are warning pet owners to avoid giving their pets bones as treats due to the potentially harmful implications they have for sensitive digestive tracts. Listed below are the many types of bones available to dogs and whether or not they are safe. Cooked Bones Cooked bones, particularly poultry bones, are never recommended for a dog because they become brittle during the cooking process, leading to an increased chance of splintering. Bone fragments cause numerous issues for dogs, including abrasions in the mouth and throat, vomiting, intestinal obstruction, constipation, diarrhea, and perforations in the intestinal tract, which can be deadly. Rawhide Bones A common treat for a dog is the rawhide bone, which can be purchased at any pet store and is comprised of...
Continue reading » Food/TreatsNo Comment Discomforts and unwanted pains that biting pests like ticks and fleas inflict on dogs cannot be overemphasized. In severe cases, when some ticks bite, it can lead to serious illness such as Lyme disease, and also are fleas a carrier of tapeworm. It requires little or no effort to protect your dog, but then, how do you determine the type of repellent that works best for your dog? With varieties of options, like Revolution for dogs and Comfortis, it can be pretty difficult in discerning which medication is just perfect for your dog. It is recommended to use a proven brand when it come to this type of medication. Some can harm your dog more than others. You’ve probably come across few people who recommended either Advantix or Frontline Plus to you, or even heard about both of them. Depending on what pests your pooch is exposed to, her lifestyle,...
Continue reading » Dog Health, Dog ProductsNo Comment Imagine this scenario: a first time dog owner is about to buy all the things his new puppy will need. He gets a doggy bed, a leash and a collar, some toys, a bag of dog food, a water bowl and… a food bowl. This is the very first mistake people do. We don’t need food bowls and we certainly shouldn’t be using them. If your dog is eating from one of these horrible objects, throw it away! Confused? Let me explain. The dog’s ancestor spent most of his day scavenging and searching for food. When we look at animals in their natural habitat, we see that food-related activities tend to occupy a considerable amount of their time. When it comes to dogs, they’re not so different. According to some studies, when given the opportunity, most dogs will choose to work for their food instead of getting it all for...
Continue reading » Dog Products, Dog Toys, Food/TreatsNo Comment Fashion is something that we tend to only think about when it comes to people, but what about our dogs? Many of us think of our furry friends as family members, so it’s natural that we’d want them to be warm, comfortable, and stylish when they’re out and about with us. It’s also a fact that many of our doggie friends need some extra insulation when it comes to keeping warm. Short haired breeds like Pinschers or Bulldogs certainly may need the warmth and coziness that a sweater provides, but senior dogs or those with health conditions like Cushing’s disease, hypothyroidism or allergic dermatitis might have issues with thinning hair too, making an extra layer a necessity for warmth and comfort. So how do you go about finding the perfect pullover for your pup? The two main things to consider are fit and fabric. A good sweater should fit your...
Continue reading » Dog SweatersNo Comment TaoTronics Dog Training Collar Product Overview The latest Tao Tronics Company dog training product in the market is this dynamic product branded TT-PT08 Dog Training Collar. This collar is technologically invented to assist owners change their dog pet behaviors, which are hard to change in natural training. TT-PT08 product will assist dogs change their barking, jumping on people, digging anywhere, wanting to chew everything and running errand without control. The collar is lightweight and allows up to 600 yard distance control with a rechargeable battery operated from remote. The collar is worn around the neck and is comfortable for any dog weighing 10-100 pounds. How does TT-PT10 Dog Training Collar works? TT-PT10 Dog Training Collar is a shock inducing gadget. When activated through a remote control, it produces 7 level static corrections and 1 level vibration. The receiver of signals is the main the collar and the remote acts as...
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