Extreme K9s 101!

Today's extreme K9 is Tip!

"December 12th, 1953, Tip and her master, Joseph Tagg, an eighty-one year-old retired gamekeeper from Bamford, England, had been out on one of their long walks on the Howden (high Derbyshire) moors when the old man passed away.

For fifteen weeks search parties failed, and were set back due to severe frost and snow storms. The man and dog were presumed dead, when, a couple of men rounding up stray sheep in early spring came across the body of Tip’s master, with a starving and sickly Tip on guard beside it. She had waited for over three months, through the worst of winter, for help to come for the one she loved.

Tip spent her last year with a niece of Joseph Tagg, were she was awarded the highest order of canine chivalry. A year after her death, a memorial shrine was unveiled along the banks of Derwent Dam, in Derbyshire."

Article from: http://rulingcatsanddogs.com/pet-stories-dog-englands-loyal-sheepdog.htm

Pic from: http://www.royalcanin.ca/index.php/Resource-Library/Breed-Encyclopedias/Dog-Encyclopedia?breedid=896282863

Bark out the Facts!

Today's awesome fact is...

"Dalmatian puppies are born completely white."

Fact from: http://www.animalsneedhelp.com/2008/04/20/102-interesting-facts-about-dogs/

Pic from: http://www.moveoneinc.com/blog/europe/enbreed-month-croatian-dalmatian-dog/

Bone Appetit!

Today's awesome dog recipe is Sheltie Scones!

"Ingredients:

2 ½ cups of self-raising flour

¼ tspn salt

1 cup chopped liver (if you don't have chopped liver, use small dog biscuits)

½ water (you can add chicken stock for extra taste)

½ milk

30g butter (or margarine)

(Chopped Liver: Just boil the liver until it is grey and a rubbery consistency. Or if you have a microwave, cook it on high for about 8 mins. Chop it up into small pieces and when cool put the pieces into a number of airtight bags and store in the fridge. Use liver pieces as treats when training)

Directions:

Sift flour and salt into a bowl, rub in butter. Add chopped liver. Use a knife to stir in milk and enough water to mix to a sticky dough. Turn dough onto lightly floured surface, knead quickly and lightly until dough is smooth. Press dough out evenly to about 2 cm and cut into rounds. Place on prepared tray and bake in very hot over for 15 minutes. Makes about 16-18."

Recipe from: http://www.thepoop.com/pooppantry/sheltiescones.asp

Pic from: http://montyandrosie.blogspot.com/2009/07/charlotte-sheltie-and-sybil-greyhound.html

Crazy Dawgs!

"All aboard! We have to go quick before the owners come back!"

Pic from: http://critteristic.com/dogs-and-puppies/shelby-is-pretty-in-pink/

Extreme K9s 101!

Today's extreme K9 is Villa!

"Villa, a black Newfoundland, was from Villas, New Jersey. Villa was a half grown puppy when during a severe blizzard, she started to bark from her dogrun. After several minutes she leapt over the five foot fence and ran across to the neighbors yard. The snow was so thick, that visibility was zero, and the winds were howling at 60 miles per hour. The neighbors 11 year old girl, Andrea Anderson, was out looking at the storm when the wind blew her across the yard. Unable to see, she had become stuck in a drift, and was unable to free herself. Villa heard her cries for help, escaped her cage, and Andrea. Villa had to circle the child several times before she could manage to free herself from the drift. Villa, then led Andrea safely to her home."

Article from: http://rulingcatsanddogs.com/pet-stories-dog-kenel-ration-hero-1985.htm

Pic from: http://www.google.com/imgres?q=villa+black+newfoundland&hl=en&client=safari&sa=X&rls=en&biw=1246&bih=680&tbm=isch&prmd=imvnsb&tbnid=fPINFT1CF6FaBM:&imgrefurl=http://andrewebdesign.com/demos/pamperedpets/stories.aspx&docid=s_MXBfhjLxxyiM&imgurl=http://andrewebdesign.com/demos/pamperedpets/images/newfoundland.jpg&w=250&h=375&ei=jYhFT-LCBYXo0QGm8rzqAw&zoom=1&iact=hc&vpx=122&vpy=121&dur=556&hovh=275&hovw=183&tx=59&ty=146&sig=111119550751586255556&page=1&tbnh=159&tbnw=106&start=0&ndsp=18&ved=0CEUQrQMwAA

Bark out the Facts!

Today's cool fact is...

"Bloodhounds are prized their ability to single out and identify a number of scents simultaneously."

Fact from: http://www.animalsneedhelp.com/2008/04/20/102-interesting-facts-about-dogs/

Pic from: http://www.yourpurebredpuppy.com/reviews/bloodhounds.html

Bone Appetit!

Today's awesome dog recipe is Crunchy Wheat Treats!

"Ingredients:

2 1/2C all purpose flour

2C whole wheat flour

1C rolled oats

1/2C wheat germ (I use honey nut wheat germ)

1/2C corn meal

14 1/2oz can beef or chicken broth (or make your own)

1/2C non-fat dry milk

1 tsp salt

1 pkg dry yeast

1/4C warm water

1 Tblsp milk

1 beaten egg

Directions:

Dissolve yeast in 1/4C warm water and let proof. Warm the broth to about 110°. In large bowl, mix 2 flours, oats, wheat germ, corn meal, dry milk and salt. Stir in broth and yeast mixture. Knead by hand for at least 3 minutes. Don't skimp on the kneading time! Roll into a 1/2" thick sheet and cut with cookie cutter, or roll into a log shape and slice to desired size. Mix the egg and milk and brush on before baking. Bake at 300° for about 40 minutes ( a little longer if they're big). Turn off oven and leave in overnight. (the longer you leave them in the warm oven, the crunchier they get.) Haven't met a dog in the park yet who doesn't love these all natural healthy treats!"

Recipe from: http://www.thepoop.com/pooppantry/wheattreats.asp

Pic from: http://theliverlady.com/Treats_Crunchy.html

Crazy Dawgs!

"The invitation said BYOB! Bring your own boa!"

Pic from: http://critteristic.com/dogs-and-puppies/and-dont-forget-your-feathered-boas/

Extreme K9s 101!

Today's extreme K9 is Woodie!

"Woodie, was a mixed breed collie, owned by Rae Anne Knitter of Cleveland, Ohio, USA One day, Rae and her boyfriend Ray, were out together on a hike with Woodie. Ray went out to the ledge of an eighty foot shale cliff to get a picture, when he slipped over the edge. Woodie leapt down after him. When rescuers arrived at the bottom, Woodie was beside Ray nudging his head out from the water of the stream bed they landed in. Woodie had also broken both of his hips in the leap. Both did survive the ordeal."

Article from: http://rulingcatsanddogs.com/pet-stories-dog-kenel-ration-hero-1980.htm

Bark out the Facts!

Today's awesome fact is...

"The earliest dog fossil dates back to nearly 10,000 B.C."

Fact from: http://www.animalsneedhelp.com/2008/04/20/102-interesting-facts-about-dogs/

Pic from: http://archaeologynewsnetwork.blogspot.com/2010_06_27_archive.html

Bone Appetit!

Today's awesome dog recipe is Pug Pops!

"Ingredients:

1 Quart fruit juice

1 banana, mashed

1/2 cup yogurt

Directions:

Mix ingredients together thoroughly, then freeze. This can be eaten by people too."

Recipe from: http://www.thepoop.com/pooppantry/pugspops.asp

Pic from: http://ilovepugs.tumblr.com/post/6805266914/submission-from-modelhomemix-pug-popsicle

Crazy Dawgs!

"This totally beats Dad's card."

Pic from: http://critteristic.com/dogs-and-puppies/happy-birthday-from-the-dogs/

Extreme K9s 101!

Today's extreme K9s are very pampered pooches that go to... the Atlanta Dog Spa!

"Atlanta Dog Spa is the city's premiere canine center offering individual plans for all canine clients. Our professional, knowledgeable & friendly staff will treat your canine like its our own.

We pride ourselves on cage free daycare, boarding, bathing, grooming, training and birthday parties. Our grassy play yards offer comfortable terrain for your pooch to romp. Our climate controlled play rooms are perfect for hot, cold or inclement weather. For those dogs who just want to come and relax at the dog spa, we offer a canine living room complete with couches, chairs and dog friendly movies for all day viewing. Stop by for a tour to see why Atlanta Dog Spa is voted "Best of The City."

Here is a typical day...

• Your canine companion checks in and puts any personal items such as treats and leash in his/her own locker.

• One of our staff will escort your dog to either one of our grassy play yards or our indoor playrooms where he/she will run and play with other dogs of his/her size & temperament. Your dog will play until lunchtime. You can view your pooch 24/7 on our doggie cams.

• Our play groups are very small and intimate to ensure attention to your dog's needs. A certified caninie handler will lavish each group of dogs with lots of love and attention.

• Around noon all dogs will come into the spa lodging areas and watch a dog friendly movie, eat a snack/lunch and nap until 1:00pm. Then right back to play with friends until pick-up.

• Dogs entering the spa after 10:00am are not required the one hour break.

• During inclement or hot weather your canine will play and watch movies in one of our indoor playrooms.

Included:

• Over 10,000 square feet of indoor & outdoor play space

• Separate play yards and rooms for mini, small/medium, and large dogs

• Doggie Living Room, Lounge, Doggywood and Romper Room with Furniture, TVS and Movies

• Canine Movie Collection

• Comfy condos and suites to rest in

• Many safe and fun toys

• Doggie pools and other play structures

• Web Cameras for our human friends to peek in."

Info and pic from: http://www.atlantadogspa.com/

Bark out the Facts!

Today's awesome fact is...

"Humans can detect sounds at 20,000 times per second, while dogs can sense frequencies of 30,000 times per second."

Fact from: http://www.animalsneedhelp.com/2008/04/20/102-interesting-facts-about-dogs/

Bone Appetit!

Today's awesome dog recipe is 15 Minute Liver Treats!

"Ingredients:

1 lb chicken livers

1 cup flour

1 cup corn meal

1 Tablespoon garlic powder

1 Egg

Directions:

Place chicken livers and liquid in blender, liquify. Add egg, mix a minute more. Pour into bowl. Add flour, corn meal and garlic powder. Mix. Spray jelly roll pan with pam. Pour mixture into pan. Bake 15 minutes in 400 degree hot oven. Cut into small squares while still warm. Keep in freezer to prevent spoilage. Some dogs love it frozen."

Recipe from: http://www.thepoop.com/pooppantry/minutelivertreats.asp

Pic from: http://www.food.com/recipe/15-minute-liver-treats-dog-treat-250946

Crazy Dawgs!

"Bro! We're soul-mates."

Pic from: http://abundancesecrets.com/inspirationalquotes/inspirational/dogs-love-babies/

Podencos!

Andalusian Podenco Dogs are so cool so why don't you have a look at some facts about them!

#1. "Looks tend to vary somewhat because in the past they were bred for their hunting skills rather then there looks."

#2. "Today there are several varieties, small, medium and large, and coat types longhaired, wire-haired, and shorthaired. Coat colors include cinnamon and white, shades of white, and shades of cinnamon."

#3. "Small game hunting dog. Intelligent, affection and loyal with this owners."

Comes in three sizes.

#4. "Height:

Small ~ 12-17 inches (30-43 cm.)

Medium ~ 16-21 inches (40-53 cm.)

Large ~ 20-25 inches (50-63 cm.)"

#5. "Weight:

Small ~ 11-24 pounds (5-11 kg.)

Medium ~ 22-40 pounds (10-18 kg.)

Large ~ 46-73 pounds (20-33 kg.)"

#6. "This breed needs to be taken on a daily walk. In addition, they will also enjoy good run in a safe, open field each day."

#7. "The Andalusian Podenco originated in Spain. It is one of the Mediterranean sighthounds directly descended from the early Egyptian dogs."

Info from: http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/a/andalusianpodenco.htm

Pic from: http://www.letocar.com/en/podenco-andaluz/

Extreme K9s 101!

Today's extreme K9 is Sergeant Stubby!

"While training for combat on the fields of Yale University in 1917, Private J. Robert Conroy found a brindle American Pit Bull Terrier mix puppy with a short tail. He named him "Stubby", and soon the dog became the mascot of the 102nd Infantry, 26th Yankee Division. He learned the bugle calls, the drills, and even a modified dog salute as he put his right paw on his right eyebrow when a salute was executed by his fellow soldiers. Stubby had a positive effect on morale, and was allowed to remain in the camp, even though animals were forbidden.

Stubby served with the 102nd Infantry, 26th (Yankee) Division in the trenches in France for 18 months and participated in four offensives and 17 battles. He entered combat on February 5, 1918 at Chemin des Dames, north of Soissons, and was under constant fire, day and night for over a month. In April 1918, during a raid to take Seicheprey (Meurthe-et-Moselle), Stubby was wounded in the foreleg by the retreating Germans throwing hand grenades. He was sent to the rear for convalescence and, as he had done on the front, was able to improve morale. When he recovered from his wounds, Stubby returned to the trenches. After being gassed himself, Stubby learned to warn his unit of poison gas attacks, located wounded soldiers in no man's land, and — since he could hear the whine of incoming artillery shells before humans could — became very adept at letting his unit know when to duck for cover. He was solely responsible for capturing a German spy in the Argonne. Following the retaking of Château-Thierry by the US, the thankful women of the town made Stubby a chamois coat on which were pinned his many medals. There is also a legend that while in Paris with Corporal Conroy, Stubby saved a young girl from being hit by a car. At the end of the war, Conroy smuggled Stubby home.

After returning home, Stubby became a celebrity and marched in, and normally led, many parades across the country. He met Presidents Woodrow Wilson, Warren G. Harding and Calvin Coolidge. Starting in 1921, he followed Conroy to Georgetown University Law Center, and became the Georgetown Hoyas' team mascot. He would be given the football at halftime and would nudge the ball around the field to the amusement of the fans.

In 1926, Stubby died in Conroy's arms. His remains are featured in The Price of Freedom: Americans at War exhibit at the Smithsonian. Stubby was honored with a brick in the Walk of Honor at the United States World War I monument, Liberty Memorial, in Kansas City at a ceremony held on Armistice Day, November 11, 2006."

Article and pics from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sergeant_Stubby