Archive for the ‘Dog Products’ Category
Secure Exercise Space
As much as I’d like to cater to my dog’s every whim, I just don’t have the time. Sometimes he needs to go outside when I won’t be able to directly supervise him. Rather than just let him run wherever he pleases, I put him in an outdoor dog pen.
Outdoor dog pens are a great resource. Your dog can run around outside and you get the peace of mind that they’re not going to hurt themselves or the neighbors. Outdoor dog pens should not be used as a means of replacing supervised outdoor play time and walks altogether.
No more sharing the bed
Who doesn’t love cuddling with an adorable puppy? When I was little I tried to convince my mother that our puppy didn’t need his own bed. His bed could be my bed! Didn’t my mother want me to share? My mother was having none of that and insisted that the puppy get his own bed.
Though you too may want to snuggle up with your dog at night, it’s important for your dog to have his or her own sleeping space. Today, stores offer a wide variety of plush, soft dog beds. A truly soft dog bed is typically made with a soft outer cloth cover and filled with foam to give your dog a soft cushion while they sleep. As your pet ages, you may even consider purchasing a heated dog bed. It’s just as soft as a typical dog bed, but has a heating component built in to keep your dog cozy when you’re not able to snuggle him or her close.
Pet Friends
Do you have that someone special that you need to buy a present for this Christmas? I know I do. As time goes buy I never fail to remember the precious friends of mine. You know the ones. They love you unconditionally, they forgive you when you get mad, or get them a different kind of food, forget to bring their snack. In the past my horse family members have received new halters, leads and blankets. My dog family members have received new coats, collars, and toys.
No matter what color I give them they don’t seem to mind. There is no such thing as re-gifting. They are appreciative of all that is done for them. Can you believe that they even liked the polka dot horse halter and matching lead as well as the purple heart covered dog collar and leash? Well, I have to admit that the color choice was more for my pleasure. 
Warm Pups in Winter Months
Just as people need to put on extra layers of clothing when going outside in the winter, sometimes a dog’s natural fur coat just isn’t enough to combat the cold. Particularly for small, shorthaired dogs, significant drops in temperature can be a cause of serious discomfort. However, longhaired dogs can be just as vulnerable in extreme cold.
Dog sweaters come in styles as various as clothing labels, and keep your dog warm when walking in the winter months. Sweaters also offer protection from the various forms of precipitation and from some of the notorious ‘wet dog’ smell. With a variety of choices in sweater design, your dog won’y only be protected from the elements but also be a fashion statement for itself or its owner.
Dog and Horse Halloween Costumes
I had the pleasure of being sent the pictures of some dog and horses in costume this year. What a wonderful sight to see. I also saw so many taking their dogs out for halloween in costume.
I hope all your pets enjoyed the holiday as well. Remember no chocolate allowed! I stood outside this year and made sure to have buscuits available for the puppies and candy for the children. Everyone laughed when I brought a biscuit out of my pocket after giving the children their treat. Smiles all around.
Jack actually won First Place for his costume. You go Jack!!
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Back with a Vengeance This Halloween
Last Halloween, I was away on business and unable to attend any of my friends’ parties. Since it’s my favorite holiday of the year, I swore that this year would be different. I’m planning to go all out this time around. In order to maximize my Halloween fun, I’ve already sketched out a foolproof costume idea that incorporates my dachshund Ernie into the act.
I’ll be dressing up as a hot dog vendor, complete with miniature cart and paper hat. But it’s Ernie’s costume that should put the look over the top. When searching for dog costumes online, I found the perfect hot dog outfit – complete with an oversized bun for each flank and a swirl of fake mustard for his back. I’m hoping to enter our costume into a contest at one of the parties — there’s no way we won’t win.
Cute Dog Outfits for All Occasions!
When it comes to dressing your dog, it’s important to have an outfit for every occasion. Whether it’s a dinner party, family brunch, or a holiday, it’s important for our dogs to be included in the festivities. For a dinner party, consider elegant dog dresses or dog formal wear. For more family oriented activities, dog t-shirts might be more practical for the event. Holidays are the best times for dog costumes. Dressing your dog in cute dog outfits will make them the center of attention. Spoiled dogs should have an entire wardrobe suited for all kinds of occasions.
Be sure to choose lots of dog accessories to complement their outfits. Just like people, dogs should have enough choices to make any outfit stunning. Just be sure that the outfits come off now and then, because with all that hair, some outfits can become uncomfortable if worn too often!
She Loves Her Dog Coat
Now that I live in an area that can get very cold during the winter I find myself looking for a really good dog coat to fit Baby. Don’t let the name fool you, Baby is a 13 year old 90lb lapdog. She is also the type of “puppy “ that doesn’t like to get wet. Hmm… how many others like her are out there? I am guessing a lot. Dog coats vary in cost and style, so you’ll have to find your dogs.
Anyway, she is in love with her dog coat that is light and waterproof. She also has it in a few different colors so she can look good in any type of weather. No she is not spoiled…but do you know of another dog that totally avoids puddles, jumping them when necessary?
Importance of Dog Identification
Whether you’ve just adopted a pet from a shelter, or have just purchased a new puppy, it’s important to get dog collars and an identification tag for them right away. It’s a horrible thought that your dog could become lost, but it can happen to any owner. With a dog ID tag, if your pup is found by another person, or even the dog catcher, you won’t have to worry about them not knowing who the dog belongs to. Dogs without ID tags are often never found because there are so many animal shelters, and dogs can wander for significant distances. You also never know if a kind passerby will pick them up and take them to an animal shelter on the other side of town, or even in a different town.
It’s important to get an ID tag for your dog right away whenever you’re welcoming a new dog into your family. After all, you wouldn’t want to lose your new family member just because they couldn’t tell someone their name.
Keeping Your Dog Warm in the Winter
Dogs get cold too. People who say that dogs have “their own coats” are simply uneducated. Many dogs, especially toy breeds, aren’t hearty enough to stand up to cold winter temperatures for extended time periods. Older dogs and short-haired dogs also get cold more easily. Humans understand just how uncomfortable it can be to go outside without a jacket during the winter, so why would they want to put their canine companions through the same torture.
Consider buying dog coats for your furry companion. Dogs may take a while to get used to wearing a coat, but they will eventually recognize that the covering is protecting them from the cold. Making a nice, warm bed can help keep your elderly dog warm during the night.
One of the worst things you can do is leave your dog chained to a fence. Dogs that are chained to fences aren’t able to move around enough to promote the blood circulation that would otherwise keep them warm. And many dogs die of hypothermia each year chained to fences. This is also animal cruelty and can result in hefty fines and arrests.