Archive for February, 2009

 

4 Fun Dog Facts

February 28th, 2009

Here are some examples from my book,   “365 Fun Dog Facts ”
Smoking:  Did you know that your pet could develop skin allergies and asthma from breathing second-hand smoke, just like humans? If you smoke, go outside to smoke and dispose of your cigarette butts in a proper container.    Cigarette butts can be fatal to [...]

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Aggressive Dogs

February 28th, 2009

If you should ever encounter an aggressive dog, do you know what to do? Listed below are some examples of what to do to avoid any potential problems and how to protect yourself in an attack.
• Don’t run or scream when you are confronted with a threatening dog; rather stand and hold your ground. [...]

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When Approaching A Dog - 4 Things To Remember

February 23rd, 2009

This is good advice for children especially with dogs they don’t know.
1. Ask permission – Always ask permission to pet a dog. Once it is given, don’t just reach out fast to pet the dogs head, rather let the dog sniff the back of your hand first so you don’t startle the dog and [...]

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Veggie Dog Biscuits

February 21st, 2009

Another recipe from my book,   “Howling Good Dog Cookies”

½    Cup   Shredded Mild Cheddar Cheese
½    Cup   Butter
¼    Cup   Carrots  (cooked)
¼    Cup   Peas  (cooked)
1     Cup   Whole Wheat Flour
Milk
Combine the cheese and margarine. Mix in the carrot, peas and flour. Add enough milk to form for a stiff dough ball. Chill dough for 1 hour.   Roll dough out [...]

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Puppy teething

February 19th, 2009

Puppies Teeth
The first baby teeth to come in are the canine teeth. These are the longer teeth on each side in the front of their mouth, which erupt around 3 or 4 weeks of age.  The incisors, (tiny teeth in front) and the premolars, (larger side teeth), start coming in about 4 -6 weeks of [...]

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My dog hates to have his feet touched

February 12th, 2009

How many times have your heard that one? It is especially hard to cut toenails if you can’t even hold his paw long enough.
To gain his trust
Start touching and rubbing the dogs feet at a very young age. This way he will be accustom to having his feet touch and you won’t have that problem. [...]

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Frozen Banana Yogurt Cubes

February 3rd, 2009

2   Med.   Bananas  (ripe but not rotten)
4   Cup     Plain Yogurt
2   tsp       Honey
Slice banana, place in blender.  Add yogurt and honey.   Blend smooth & freeze in plastic ice cube tray or small paper cups.
Since this recipe is made with ingredients that is also good for us, you and your dog can sit down and share [...]

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