Doggy Goods!

Today's Doggy Goods product is the AKC Potty Patch! This unique design is a place for a dog to relieve itself on a patch of grass. In the cold days it might even remind them of the warm grass outside. If you're gone for long days at work this is the perfect product for your dog! At the end of the day, just empty out the liquid and set it back down again to reuse over and over again!

Pic from: http://www.lasplash.com/uploads/gift_guide/roundup_0000000000010284_image_01.jpg

Dogstumes!

Today's dogstume is the Halloween Dog Costume Hot Diggity Dog Hotdog with Ketchup!

"Turn any dog into a hot dog with Casual Canine Hot Diggity Dog Hotdog costumes. Two plump, plush poppy seed buns surround the dog, with a zig-zag of Ketchup along the back. Adjustable, elasticized Velcro straps make these adorable costumes easy to put on and take off, for a secure and comfortable fit on any dog.

Small fits 8"-12"
Medium 12"-16"
Large fits 16"-20"
Price: $14.95"

Info and Pic from: http://www.jakesdoghouse.com/Seasonal/Halloween/Halloween-Dog-Costume-p2541604.html

Tuesday Tricks!

Today's Tuesday Trick is "heel!"

"Your dog is your best friend. He comforts you when you are sad and is your playmate when you're happy. But you have responsibilities to your dog, including teaching him basic obedience. Using a leash and jerking your dog's neck is not necessary to train him to heel. Tasty treats and an abundance of praise will usually do the trick."

Step 1. Have your dog on your left side, facing the same direction as you.
Step 2. In your left hand hold food in front of your dog's nose.
Step 3. Give the command "Heel" and begin taking steps while keeping the treat in front of your left hip.
Step 4. Note that it may take several attempts to keep your dog focused on the food.
Step 5. Say the word "Good" at the exact time your dog walks as you walk.
Step 6. Give your dog the food along with an abundance of praise for even the slightest show of understanding.
Step 7. Train in short, 5-minute intervals throughout the day.
Step 8. Be very patient and positive, and have fun.

Info and Pic from: http://www.ehow.com/how_66_train-dog-heeltrain-dog-heel.html

Crazy Dawgs!

"I forgot to practice my ballet!"

Pic from: http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2121/2390067501_5874af15a7.jpg

Doggy Goods!

Today's Doggy Goods product is the Fleece Crate Dog Bed!

Fleece Crate Dog Bed:

"Keeping your dog comfy in the crate or living room, the Fleece Crate Dog Bed is a versatile bed at a great price. These cozy beds boast thick fleece and a bolstered edge that provides cushioning for snuggle hounds and support for dogs with an injury.

Perfect for use in wire crates, carriers, dog houses, vehicles or alone, the bed will keep your dog cool in summer, yet warm in winter. Best of all, the polyester fleece is completely machine washable so it’s perfect for accident-prone dogs."

Features:

* Soft, thick fleece keeps dogs at a comfortable temperature
* Bolster adds extra cushioning and support
* Sized to fit all crates and kennels
* Great value
* Can be used in crates, cars, or as a stand alone bed
* Machine washable
Info and pic from: http://www.dog.com/item/fleece-crate-dog-bed-mushroom/020447/

Doggystars!

Today's movie that features today's doggystars is Firehouse Dog! This touching movie is about a boy and his dog that go around saving people in fires! I haven't seen the movie yet but I've heard it's great! Come check it out!

Pic from: http://mural.uv.es/gitoro/FirehouseDog.jpg

Tuesday Tricks!

Today's Tuesday Trick is "roll over."


Use a food lure to teach your dog to lie down. As he sits, hold the snack in front of his nose and quickly move it down to his paws, saying "Down!" as you do so. Repeat until he lies down on command.

Next, teach your pooch to roll on to his back. While he's lying down, hold a snack in front of his nose with your right hand and move it in an 8-inch clockwise rotation. This will cause the dog's head and upper body to twist around. At the same time, gently push on his upper belly with your left hand. "Most of the time, the dog will immediately roll over and throw his legs up so you can scratch his belly," notes Wayne Hunthausen, DVM, the owner of Animal Behavior Consultations in Westwood, Kansas. As the dog rolls over, say "Roll over!" Repeat until it has it down.

Info from: http://www.iams.com/iams/pet-health/dog-training.jsp?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Dog+Care+(Iams)&utm_term=how+to+get+your+dog+to+roll+over&gclid=CNaiouypsJ8CFRyfnAodK1401A
Pic from: http://www.baltimorestyle.com/images/pawprint/Dog_on_Back.jpg

Book Buddies!

Today's book that features today's Book Buddies is A Dog's Life by Ann M. Martin, the autobiography of a stray.

Squirrel is not like most dogs. At first she had companions on her journey --- her mother and her brother, Bone. But when they're separated, Squirrel must experience the world in a different way. As a stray, she must make her own way, facing busy highways, changing seasons, and humans who can both friendly and cruel. It's a hard life for a dog... until Squirrel makes two friends that will change her life forever.

This is Squirrel's story, told in her own words. It is a story no reader will ever forget.

Info about book from: back of book
Pic from: http://mtsu32.mtsu.edu:11398/Vsba/dog.jpg

Doggy Goods!

Today's Doggy Goods product is the Snowball!

"Like no other snowball, this one won't melt, it tastes good, it floats, and it bounces! Dogs love the sculpted shapes. "

This Snowball can stay indoors without melting and can keep your dog comfortable throughout the other seasons!

Product info and Pic from: http://www.gooddoggoods.com/shop_Toys.asp

Doggystats!

Today's doggystar is featured in the movie Chitty Chitty Bang Bang! This movie has so many wonderful parts but I'm going to focus on one that has our doggystar in it. This doggystar is named Edison! In this part the dad and the two kids are at a candy factory trying to sell their newest invention... TOOT SWEETS! This invention is a long roll of candy that is sort of like a recorder. You can play music on it! While making their attempt Edison hears the music and barges into the factory wishing to hear more. A long with him come basically all the other dogs in the town. They discover that it makes a perfect dog whistle! This hilarious, classical movie is sure to make this dog pop out!

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang DVD pic from: http://www.chatorr.ca/DVD/Posters/129.jpg

Tuesday Tricks!

Today's Tuesday Trick is "lie down". This is another one of the basic tricks and shouldn't cause any trouble.

#1. Get your dog to "sit" and then reward him or her.
#2. Slowly take a treat in your hand and from the sitting position guide your dog down to the floor with the treat still in your hand.
#3. If the dog likes the treat, he or she will slowly start to lie down on the floor,"
#4. This is where you say "lie down."
#5. Then give your dog the treat!

Pic of dog lying down from: http://www.coolpettraining.com/images/Dogs%20-%20Yellow%20Lab%20-%20Laying%20Down.jpg

Book Buddies!

Walter the Farting Dog is today's Book Buddies featured book. This hilarious but stinky book is all about a dog with a couple of gassy problems! Walter is a dog that farts for no simple reason. The owners take him to the vet and the vet says to feed him these special treats that will make him stop farting. The next morning Walter is incredibly fat! He had gotten into the dog treats and ate all of them! Did the farting stop? NO! The owners are very cross about this and give no gratitude to poor Walter. Then, while Walter is sleeping on the couch one night two robbers break into the house! Since everyone else is asleep and don't hear a thing, Walter starts to bark. The robbers, then, tie a rope around his yapper. Helplessly, Walter lies on the couch holding in a fart so that the owners won't be angry. But just as the robbers are packing up all the stuff on the bottom floor, Walter lets it out! A big fart cloud circles around the robbers and it's so intense, they drop everything and run out the door! This amazing story is sure to make you shriek with laughter but I hope it doesn't make you a little gassy!

Pic of Walter the Farting Dog book pic from: http://bfgb.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/walter.jpg

Ask Annabel ~ German Pinschers!

Today's Ask Annabel featured dog is the German Pinscher!

#1. "The German Pinscher, also called the Standard Pinscher, is a medium-sized, tall terrier."
#2. "The head is shaped like a blunt wedge and the nose and lips are black."
#3. "The oval eyes are medium in shape."
#4. "The symmetrical ears are either cropped or kept natural. When they're cropped they stand erect."
#5. "The strong, smooth, glossy coat comes in red fawn, black and tan, and dark brown with yellow markings. Black with tan markings is the most common."
#6. "The German Pinscher can be an ideal companion dog."
#7. "This rare breed is brave, not squeamish, sober, and had considerable stamina."
#8. "It is lovely but not docile, quite versatile, and a vocal guard dog."
#9. "It responds to obedience training."
#10. "If they sense the humans around them are meek or passive they will become bull headed and stubborn."
#11. "They need to clearly know who's boss."
#12. "This breed only barks when it feels it is necessary, which may be often. Visitors will be announced with loud barking but then things usually calm down quickly. If the dog does not stop barking owners need to tell the dog that enough is enough and to quiet down."
#13. "If thy think their humans are in trouble they will instinctively protect and will bite first without thinking about it."
#14. "German Pinschers are loyal and protective."
#15. "They will defend their territory, handler, and the family to the end against those intent upon harm."
#16. "They are ratters and when outdoors they will chase a cat, possibly hurting it."
#17. "Height: 16-19 inches (41-48 cm.)"
#18. "Weight: 25-35 pounds (11-16 kg.)"
#19. "The German Pinscher will do okay in an apartment if it is sufficiently exercised. They should have a tight fenced in yard. This breed will run off chasing anything that moves quickly."
#20. "Life Expectancy: About 12-14 years."

Info from: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/germanpinscher.htm
Pic of German Pinscher from: http://static.gotpetsonline.com/pictures-gallery/dog-pictures-breeders-puppies-rescue/german-pinscher-pictures-breeders-puppies-rescue/pictures/german-pinscher-0009.jpg

Doggy Goods!

Today's Doggy Goods item is The Save a Life Adopt a Dog car sticker. This touching sticker will inspire people to care more for dogs and even maybe give one a loving home.

Product pic from: http://www.cafepress.com/+adopt_a_dog_sticker_oval,19173293

Doggystars!

The movie today that features our doggystar is Underdog! This touching movie is a story about a beagle with special powers. It all starts when this beagle is on the streets. He doesn't have an owner and he's all alone. Then, an evil scientist's helper snatches the beagle up and snaps him into a cage. After that, he take him to the evil scientist's lab. There, the evil scientist analyzes the beagles DNA and then starts to try his new invention on the beagle. Just in time the beagle escapes but knocks down all of the evil scientist's potions (Note: Might I tell you that the beagle's name is Underdog). All the potions that splattered and broke on him gave him special powers to be 100 times stronger than a human and faster than a cheetah. It also gave him the ability to talk. As soon as Underdog escapes, he's on the streets again when a nice cop comes along and takes him home with him. This cop has a son and the son and Underdog soon become great friends. As soon as the son, though, finds out Underdog has special powers, he thinks of a brilliant plan. Underdog could be a hero! Underdog starts doing a ton of heroic deeds until one day the evil scientist comes back! As soon as Polly (Underdog's dog girlfriend) and her owner find out that they've returned, they go to the top of the building that the evil scientist is planning to strike at (to blow up). While they're up there the evil scientist's partner ties a bomb around Polly's owner's hands and straps it to a pole on the top of the building. Quick as a flash, Underdog unties Polly and her owner and digs as fast as he can under the ground, the bomb. There, he buries it and at lightning speed comes back up while the bomb is exploding. Will Underdog make it? Or, will he perish? Find out by watch this F.F.F.F.F!

Underdog DVD pic from: http://www.st-sm.com/02TVD/images/dvd_underdog.jpg

Today's Tuesday Trick is "sit". For this command try holding a treat above your dog's head about 1 foot into the air so he or she can't reach it. Your dog will start to beg and soon it will get tired of begging and sit down still looking up at the treat. This is when you say "sit". Then, give your dog the treat. This is probably one of the easiest dog tricks so you shouldn't have trouble with it!

Pic from: http://www.cs.rutgers.edu/~pxk/images/lg-daisy.jpg