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Tips for a Safe and Happy Holiday Season with Your Dog

no@spam.com (Dan Barton) — Tue, 27 Nov 2007 07:47:59 MST

As you prepare to celebrate Christmas this year with your family and pets, a few safety precautions will help keep everyone safe and jolly. While you're spoiling your family with delicious, fresh baked Christmas cookies (and your dog is munching on gourmet dog cookies), keep in mind that certain holiday decorations and food can put your dog in danger - the makings of a Christmas disaster.

The following is a list of potentially harmful holiday items and ways to keep your dog out of danger.

Thanksgiving Weekend Road Trip with your Dog!

no@spam.com (Dan Barton) — Fri, 02 Nov 2007 06:37:33 MST

Thanksgiving weekend is one of the most highly traveled holidays of the year. Many families pack up the car and plan long road trips to visit distant relatives and friends around the holidays. If you are planning to bring your dog with you this year, here are some pointers and suggested supplies to help make your holiday road trip as successful as possible.

Make Halloweensafe for everyone including your dog!

no@spam.com (Dan Barton) — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 16:40:08 MST

Costumes, candy, and trick-or-treating make Halloween one of the most enjoyable holidays of the year. However, if you are a pet owner, Halloween revelry can pose a number of risks to your dog. Keep reading to ensure that this Halloween is spooky and safe for everyone involved, including your dog!

Make Halloweensafe for everyone including your dog!

no@spam.com (Dan Barton) — Sat, 13 Oct 2007 16:40:08 MST

Welcome to the Family: Mixed-Breed Dogs

no@spam.com (Dan Barton) — Thu, 12 Jul 2007 04:27:16 MST

If you're considering adopting a new dog, there are a number of great reasons why you should choose a mixed-breed shelter dog. For starters, you'd be saving a life. In addition, mixed-breed dogs can be incredibly loving and loyal.

However, before adopting any pet, here are some things you should think about:

Create a Safe Home Environment for Your Kids and Your Dog

no@spam.com (Dan Barton) — Wed, 11 Jul 2007 13:53:09 MST

If you have children, bringing a dog into the family can be a wonderful and rewarding learning experience. Owning a dog teaches children compassion, responsibility, and respect for other living creatures. However, children don’t always know how to behave around a dog, so you’ll want to teach them the basics about dealing with animals. After all, a dog will react on his animal instinct; if he feels threatened or intimidated by your children, you could have a potentially dangerous situation on your hands.

By now, you have probably learned that training a dog involves a great deal of patience, positive praise, and an arsenal of dog biscuits. Teaching your kids to be gentle and respect your family pet is a similar process. With the following suggestions, you can foster a loving relationship between your children and your dog without fear of harm.

How to Travel by Plane with Your Dog

no@spam.com (Dan Barton) — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 03:08:20 MST

For dog owners who love to travel or need to travel frequently for business, the safety and ease of air travel for pets has cut down on the need for dog sitters and boarding. However, not every dog will adapt well to airplane travel. If you’re considering taking your dog on your next vacation or business trip, you’ll want to have

Help Your Dog Achieve a Healthy Weight

no@spam.com (Dan Barton) — Fri, 29 Jun 2007 16:06:59 MST

Exercise and a nutritional diet – these are the key components to a healthy lifestyle, for people and dogs alike. You may not have considered implementing an exercise and diet regimen for your pooch, but promoting your dog’s good health will ensure that he lives a long, happy life. This article gives you some suggestions on how to maintain your dog’s healthy weight through exercise and incorporating nutritional food, such as low fat dog treats and organic dog biscuits, into his day-to-day routine.