Archives for May, 2008
Chloe died tonight. Earlier in the day we had all the dogs in the house because it was so hot outside. I had bathed all of them yesterday and today, now that they were dry, I brushed them. As they lay on the cool ceramic tile floor they languished in the treat of being let into the house and groaning with pleasure with each stroke of the comb. Chloe, my Shetland Sheepdog, kept coming up to me and my husband for a pat on the head or a snag of her nose. She loved this. It made her bark in exaltation for the special attention. For dinner I had cooked some chicken meat and added some beef drippings to the mix; this I poured over their dog food as an extra treat. Chloe was especially excited because it was her favorite treat.
This evening, after dark, I commented to my husband that it was unusually quiet outside. Chloe was the one dog that we leave out of the fenced in backyard. She never strayed from the yard and was always on guard. She kept us and every other dog in the neighborhood apprised of any danger or unusual appearances on the street. Chloe was our barker in times of trouble, so it was unusually quiet, no barking at all.
I stepped out my back door to go put the trash out for pickup in the morning and that was when I saw Chloe laying near the back door. I called her name and she did not move. I called again. I saw the tell tale sign of death as I looked at the glazed over eyes and feces on the patio. She had died alone and did not make a whimper to let us know of her passing. I like to think that her body just wore out and it was her time. Chloe was ten years old in body but still a puppy at heart.
I shall never forget how introverted and shy she was around people she did not know. She was playful, happy and curious around everything in her life. She lived and slept with cats who were good friends and she mourned the death of her sister, Duchess, six months ago. Chloe was fiercely courageous when necessary and devoted to her whole family. We shall all miss her terribly.
We love you Chloe and will remember you always.
May 29, 2008 | | Dog Blog
Excel Dental Dog Biscuits contain calcium, sodium, and chlorophyll for natural breath freshening. Veterinarians formulated Excel Dental Dog Biscuits to control tartar delivering outstanding dental care. This good-tasting treat is crunchy and leaves breath fresh. Vanilla flavored Excel Dog Biscuits will have your dog begging to a treat.
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May 29, 2008 | | Dog Dental, Dog Treats
Do you get telephone calls from your neighbors about your dog’s barking? It’s no fun and doesn’t help with neighbor relations. You need to teach your dog, in a harmless way, that excessive barking will not be tolerated. As much as you love your dog, training is
essential.
The PetSafe PBC-102 No-Bark Collar is a nylon collar with a lightweight receiver operated by a 6-volt battery. When your dog barks, the collar senses the vibrations in your dog’s throat and emits a mild static shock and a warning beep. The collar is designed to train your dog, not punish him, so the collar will shut off for a period of 3 minutes if your dog barks 15 times in less than 50 seconds.
According to a Tuskegee University study, the shocks are not harmful and have no long-term effects. The PetSafe No-Bark Collar works with dogs weighting from 15 to 120 pounds, is water resistant and is not affected by rain or snow conditions.
Following is a testimonial from a satisfied customer who rated this collar 5 STARS.
“This is a must have if you live within the city limits, have fussy or close neighbors in proximity to your yard, or have a strict home owners association that prohibits excessive dog barking. I am a lab breeder and own 3 of these units. I am very pleased with the performance and function of this product because it stops “nuisance barking” by administering a minimal buzz that gradually gets stronger the longer the dog barks the lowest setting delivers your common “prankster hand buzzer” volt. “
Train you dog to control his barking and make your neighbors happy.
CLICK HERE to buy a PetSafe PBC-102 No-Bark Collar today.
May 27, 2008 | | Dog Accessories, Dog Training
I didn’t know Great Danes like water, but it wasn’t long before I found out different. Titan liked to go into the pond, but only in the shallow water up to his chest and stand in the cool water; he wouldn’t swim. Onyx would go all the way into the pond and swim, especially on hot summer days. I enjoyed watching both of them cool off.
The girls, Duchess and Chloe my Shetland Sheepdogs, would herd the geese from their pen to the pond for a swim every afternoon and post guard, one on the island and one on the bank. Any time the geese would try to get out of the pond, the girls were there to bark and chase them right back in the water.
One day the girls had just put the geese into the pond and Onyx decided he would go for a swim. This was the first time that both the geese and Onyx had been in the pond at the same time. Onyx is deaf, so he couldn’t hear all the honking going on or the barking from the bank. He could see the geese in the middle of the pond and they looked very interesting. He had to check them out. Every time he would get close to the geese, they would turn and go to the opposite bank to get away from him. When the geese got close to the bank, Duchess or Chloe would bark at them and turn them around back into the water. The geese were caught between a rock and hard place. On one side was this barking dog that would chase them back into the water, and on the other side was a behemoth trying to get to them. They were going back and forth. When the geese went to the left, Onyx would swim left. When the geese went right, Onyx would swim to the right. Onyx was stuck in the middle of the pond going around in circles. It wasn’t long before my 168 pound baby was getting tired. The dilemma was that he was in the middle of the pond and was too far away to see the hand signal I was giving him to come to me. Because he was deaf, I couldn’t call him.
Onyx started sinking and I was about to dive in when Titan came to the rescue. Titan swam out to Onyx. Once Onyx saw Titan, he followed him in to the bank. Both Great Danes were safe and pooped. I was proud that Titan showed his true colors by swimming into the “deep end” in order to save his friend despite his fear of the deep. Onyx never followed the geese again and never, ever went swimming to the middle of the pond. Titan stands in the shallow area with the water up to his chest, but he keeps an eye on Onyx just to make sure that doesn’t get himself in trouble.
Thank you Titan for coming to the rescue, once again.
May 27, 2008 | | Dog Blog
The Premier Busy Buddy Tug-a-Jug appeals to all five senses of your pup. He can see, touch and smell the treats in side the Tug-a-Jug while he is at play. He can hear
the treats as he tries to get them out and when he gets them out he can taste his tasty reward. The Tug-a-Jug is an interactive toy made of non-toxic bullet-proof material and very durable. It comes in small, medium and large to accommodate any size dog. Does your pup like to chew? The textured rubber wrap can be chewed and helps clean teeth in the process. The Tug-a-Jug can be used for obedience training or just for fun!!
Following is a testimonial from a very satisfied customer:
“My dog gives this one TWO paws up! I was worried it might be too big for my little Maltese, but he LOVES this toy! I especially use it when I’m going to be gone for a couple hours because I know it will keep him entertained and happy. If we’re going out for dinner, I put the dog’s dinner portion of dry food (very small morsels) into the jug so he can play and eat while we’re away. I had been using empty bottles from bottled water for him, but they begin to splinter and break up after a couple of days and I worried about him swallowing broken bits of plastic (NOT good for the tummy!). I don’t have to worry about that with this VERY durable bottle. It seems by looking at it that it would be impossible for the dog to get treats out of it, but my guy figured out within a day how to get out every last one. A truly super item!”
Keep your pup busy with this truly superb dog toy that will challenge him and entertain at the same time. CLICK HERE to buy a Premier Busy Buddy Tug-a-Jug for your pup.
Customers who have bought the Premier Busy Buddy Tug-a-Jug also bought Every Flavor Treats to go inside the dog toy. Every Flavor Teats are soft bite sized treats that come in a variety of flavors dogs love: chicken, liver, beef and vanilla cookie.
The treats are scored in the middle so they can be broken in half to meet any size dog’s need. They can be used in the Tug-a-Jug or other Premier treat dog toys, but they can also be used as treats when training your pup.
Give your pup the royal treatment and buy the Every Flavor Treats with a Tug-a-Jug. CLICK HERE to buy a bag of Every Flavor Treats.
May 26, 2008 | | Dog Toys, Dog Treats
Let your pup take a walk on the wild side with Skins Plush Bones Dog Toys. These “animal skin” print bones are extra plush and have a strong squeaker inside. These Skins Plush Bones are a real bargain for the money. They bring out the “animal” in your pup and he will have a wild party playing with them.
Below is a testimonial from a satisfied customer who rated the Skins Plush Bones Dog Toys 5 STARS.
“My german shepherd loves this toy. In fact this is the only toy she plays with. She won’t let her sister anywhere near it either. It is the one toy we stock up on because she is sad with out it. She sleeps with it and plays with it all day. When she is not playing with it, she will hide it so no one else can play with it. The only must have dog toy i can think of.”
Let your pup take a fling on the wild side and CLICK HERE to buy Skins Plush Bones Dog Toys.
Receive a free WholeMeals sample & $2 coupon with your order! See details.
May 23, 2008 | | Dog Toys
KONG dog toys are made of tough rubber that lasts and lasts. The KONG Stuff-A-Ball is designed to dispense food or treats that will keep your dog busy for hours. The Stuff-A-Ball will also challenge your pup to figure out how to get the treats out. The
irregular shape of the KONG Stuff-A-Ball will enhance your pups play time because he will not know where it will bounce. Puppy toothpaste can be put in the grooves to help with dental hygiene.
The KONG Stuff-A-Ball comes in small, medium, large and extra large sizes to meet any dog’s need.
When you order a Stuff-A-Ball you will receive a free WholeMeals sample & $2 coupon with your order! See details.
Below is a testimonial from a customer that gave the KONG Stuff-A-Ball 5STARS.
“Our three dogs have loads of toys and balls. They play with them a little and get tired of them. But this kong stuff-n-ball is awesome. They chew and toss and play with it for ours, even when it doesn’t have any food on or in it. It’s a perennial favorite always. They just LOVE it and it lasts forever.”
Make your pup’s play time fun and challenging. CLICK HERE to buy a KONG Stuff-A-Ball. Remember you will receive a free WholeMeals sample & $2 coupon with your order!
May 23, 2008 | | Dog Toys
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May 23, 2008 | | Dog Accessories, Dog Toys
One year my husband and I gave each other registered Shetland Sheepdogs. The girls were litter mates and all most identical. When we got them they were small enough to fit in the palm of our hands, but it wasn’t long before Duchess Lanae Dakota and Chloe Blaze were big enough to go down the steps of our house to take care of business.
There was so much business to take care of, they had to guard the house, make sure that nothing was out of place, that the cats and kittens were not being too mischievous and most importantly that the geese and chickens were in their pen. The last of these duties
was their favorite. As you know, Shelties are herding dogs and as such just love to be in charge. When we would let the geese out of the pen to swim in the pond, the girls would herd them to the pond and ensure that they stayed in the water. There was an island in the middle of the pond with a bridge. Chloe would cross the bridge and man the island while Duchess would run around on the outside to hustle the runaway geese back into the water. You never heard such a ruckus as all the barking, honking and hissing that went on. The girls loved it and the geese tolerated it. When the swimming was over Duchess and Chloe, with a little help from us, would herd the geese back to the pen.
Also in the pen were our chickens. Duchess and Chloe would go with me every day to collect the eggs. They were my rear guard should the geese mount and rear offensive. The hens had unusual nests to lay in. When I would cross an old toilet that was no longer being used and still in good shape, I would abscond with it, stuff hay in it and eureka, a perfect nest for laying eggs. All the toilets were lined up in a row under a roof so rain wasn’t a problem, snakes never were a problem, and Duchess and Chloe couldn’t get the eggs out of the toilets. It was a perfect solution to many possible problems.
Duchess and Chloe took their duties very seriously and were on call 24 hours a day. One morning it became obvious that something was amiss when a pile of feathers was in the front yard. Apparently something had gotten one of the chickens and eaten everything but a few of the feathers. Duchess and Chloe had let us down and were no where to be found. At first I was worried that in their eagerness to defend their territory they were lured away by coyotes or some other animal, but after walking the regular path to the chicken pen I found the girls licking their chops and finishing up what was left of the chicken. The veterinarian and all books I’ve read said DO NOT GIVE DOGS CHICKEN BONES. What about a whole chicken? Obviously Duchess and Chloe were not aware that they had done a bad thing, because they didn’t try to hide the fact that they did it. Now a big problem existed. They found out they liked fowl and anything outside of the pen was fair game.
Let’s see, we started out with about 20 chickens and ended with about 10. It didn’t take Duchess and Chloe long to wipe out fifty percent of my stock. The geese could fend for themselves so they were in no danger, but something had to be done about the chickens. Since chickens can’t guard your house nor sit on your lap to snuggle the chickens were sold and the girls stayed. The geese gave Duchess and Chloe enough exercise and distraction from their daily ordinary duties and kept them happy.
Who would have thought that the Duchess and her sister would go to the birds.
May 22, 2008 | | Dog Blog
Pet Stages is known for their colorful and crinkly dog toys. The Pet Stages Cool Teething Stick can be frozen to relieve chewing urges that young pups have. It is better to have
them chewing on a teething stick than your furniture or pillows. The teething stick is not just for young pups, but can be used by any age dog. It makes a crinkling noise that dogs love.
Below is a testimonial from one of our customers.
“My 16 weeks old Yorkie loves this chew toy. When she begins chewing things she shouldn’t chew, I give her this chew stick. It’s something about the little flags and the crinkling noise they make when she chews. I can always depend upon it to distract her from other things. I have never used it frozen, so I don’t know how that works, but I recommend it for small dog owners. I own a few more of the toys made by this same company, and she really likes them all. She’s crazy to play fetch with the ring with the balls hanging from the bottom. She definitely prefers these toys over more traditional nylabone, squeaky toys and stuffed animal toys.I like that they are so cool looking.”
Let your pup chew on something that is really “cool.” CLICK HERE to buy a Pet Stages Cool Teething Stick. Other Pet Stages dog toys are available.
May 22, 2008 | | Dog Toys