Archive for the ‘dogs’ Category

 

4 Fun Dog Facts

April 15th, 2009

Here are 4 more fun dog facts for you out of my book:  365 Fun Dog Facts Enjoy!
Eating Grass: If Rover likes to eat grass, you can alleviate this problem by offering him vegetables. Offer him Fresh raw vegetables, such as carrots, broccoli and cauliflower, (in moderation). Stay away from potatoes and onions. [...]

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Buying A Dog – 14 Quick Tips For “Before and After”

March 17th, 2009

Once you decided on what breed of dog you want, you’ll need to know what is needed before you bring the dog home. I have listed 14 quick tips on what to do “before and after,” when bringing your new puppy or adult dog home.
Before you bring the dog home
1.  Make Time – Make sure [...]

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Things Aren’t So Bad If You Have A Friend

March 7th, 2009

Things are so bad when you have a friend…even if the friend is just your dog.
Dogs play an important part as kids are growing up. If parents are capable of taking care of a dog, I believe that all kids should have at least one dog as they grow up.
Having a dog teaches the child some [...]

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Have Fun With Your Dog

March 5th, 2009

You can have fun with your dog everyday and without even having to work hard at it, exercise your dog and yourself at the same time.
1.   The Park – Take your dog for a walk in the park.
2.    Jogging – Take your dog jogging with you when you go.
3.    Skateboarding – When my kids were [...]

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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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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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