Have you noticed that your dog seems to be more unruly than ever? It is common to see him pacing the hallway, counter surfing and dropping toys at your feet. This is a common time of year that has people picking up the phone, to make that inevitable call to their trainer. It starts with the same lament, "my dog used to be so good, and recently all his training has gone out the window".
Sunday, December 5, 2010
Survey - Who do you trust for dog care advice? (Blog)
Who do you trust for dog care advice? Tell and you could win a $50 voucher for Global Pet Foods. Toronto start-up is developing a new table-grade food with no synthetic supplements but needs your help.
Saturday, December 4, 2010
Toronto's First Dog Podcast - The Dog Cast (Blog)
TorontoBarks.com is excited to announce the launch of Toronto's first audio podcast for dog owners - The Dog Cast.
We have already started recording our first few interviews and will be posting our first podcast show in the coming weeks. The Dog Podcast will be available via our web site as a free download and available via subscription through iTunes.
Beagle Dog Breed Jewelry and Christmas Ornaments Make Great Gifts
At for Love of a Dog Jewelry and Gifts we love dogs. All dogs. At this point we carry jewelry and gift items in over 70 dog breeds, plus mixed breed dogs and animal rescue advocacy jewelry. However, since I grew up with my beloved Snoopy Sam, beagles are one of my favorite dog breeds.
Our Beagle dog breed jewelry includes necklaces, bracelets, earrings pins, and pendants. Plus we have our pretty fabulous Beagle sculptured Christmas ornaments.
The Beagle dog earrings shown here will fetch compliments and start barking good conversations about your beloved Beagle dog. Beautiful Beagle dog charms are not flat cut outs, but rather little dog art sculptures. Handmade of hand cast resin in a hand sculpted mold, then carefully painted. True to AKC dog breed standards, highly detailed and absolutely beautiful.
I've combined these Beagle dog charms with beautiful Black Onyx gemstone beads and sterling silver. The color really shows off the Beagle dog charms. These handcrafted dog earrings are perfect jewelry for anyone who loves a Beagle dog or might be involved in Beagle dog breed rescue work.
Our Beagle dog breed Christmas tree ornament is molded from an original design clay sculpture and hand cast in resin. It is then carefully hand painted and /or airbrushed and hand detailed. Sprayed with a clear protective coating to preserve the finish for years to come. The back is flat and it is signed and dated and comes with a tassled cord for hanging. A perfect addition to your Christmas tree or to display year round.
Fetch these dog lover gift items from For Love of a Dog Jewelry & Gifts. Our items are unique and handmade the old fashioned way: one by one. Quantities are limited. Shop now for best selection in your favorite dog breed. Gift box packaging and free shipping with every purchase.
Our Beagle dog breed jewelry includes necklaces, bracelets, earrings pins, and pendants. Plus we have our pretty fabulous Beagle sculptured Christmas ornaments.
The Beagle dog earrings shown here will fetch compliments and start barking good conversations about your beloved Beagle dog. Beautiful Beagle dog charms are not flat cut outs, but rather little dog art sculptures. Handmade of hand cast resin in a hand sculpted mold, then carefully painted. True to AKC dog breed standards, highly detailed and absolutely beautiful.
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| Beagle Dog Breed Earrings from For Love of a Dog Jewelry & Gifts |
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| Beagle Dog Breed Christmas Tree Ornament from For Love of a Dog Jewelry & Gifts |
Fetch these dog lover gift items from For Love of a Dog Jewelry & Gifts. Our items are unique and handmade the old fashioned way: one by one. Quantities are limited. Shop now for best selection in your favorite dog breed. Gift box packaging and free shipping with every purchase.
Halloween Dog Bite Prevention Tips (Article)
Halloween is lots of fun for kids, but many dogs will be confused or upset by kids in strange costumes and by lots of people coming to the door, but never being invited in. Doggone Safe offers the following tips for dog owners, kids and parents...
Puppies So Much to Know so Little Time! Seminar (Blog)
This is a must attend seminar for anyone who has a puppy, is thinking about acquiring a puppy or any dog professional who works with puppies! This one day workshop will enlighten and enhance your understanding of puppy behaviour, health and training and give you the information and skills you need to effectively identify and comprehend all aspects of puppyhood.
Friday, December 3, 2010
Don't Miss "Dog Mental Stimulation" at Dogtipper
by Carrie Boyko, CEB
Dogtipper is hosting our guest post today, featuring a mentally stimulating toy. It's game on for Tanner vs. the Jolly Ball, and Tanner loses. The ball is just too tough for him to beat! Don't miss the cute slideshow and learn more about this great toy. Want one for your dog? You can order it right here:
Happy holidays to you and your furry companions. Don't miss Tanner's take on this ball over at 5 Minutes for Fido, where he's moping over the score.
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Happy holidays to you and your furry companions. Don't miss Tanner's take on this ball over at 5 Minutes for Fido, where he's moping over the score.
GREAT CITY, GREAT DOGS (Blog)
Toronto Animal Services and Toronto Parks, Forestry and Recreation invite you to come celebrate people, dogs and parks at another Great City Great Dogs Event: BARK in the PARK, A United Way Fundraising Event.
Source: http://www.torontobarks.com/dogblog/view/119/
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This is what Sparky does at a BBQ.
Can has plz?
Go on, you know you love me!
This is what Kota does at a BBQ.
*drool*
As an aside, Flickr now lets me post my photos as 640 pixels wide as well as the standard 500 pixels. Do you prefer them this large or where they better slightly smaller?
Park Etiquette (Article)
With the bulk of the winter behind us, the dog owners rejoice. Spring is here, and the dog parks are more popular than ever before. While the rural areas have the luxury of open spaces, the urban dwellers rely on their dog parks. Along with that comes the realization that the dog owners must also rely on each other for an unwritten code of ethics when it comes to dog park etiquette.
Thursday, December 2, 2010
Just What is a "Dentistry"? (Article)
In the last article, we discussed different options for dental homecare. Eventually, however, regardless of how diligent you have been about brushing every day, you will find that dental tartar – that nasty, yellow/brown hard buildup – is starting to accumulate. If this process continues, plaque and tartar will start to invade underneath the gumline, causing gingivitis, and eventually periodontal disease, which can lead to pain and tooth loss.
The Target of Target?s Demise
By now most of you have heard the story of Target, the hero dog originally from Afghanistan who was accidentally euthanized at Pinal County, Arizona's animal control last week in a case of mistaken identity. You may have also heard that the shelter worker who put Target to sleep has since been fired for making the tragic error.
My heart goes out to Target?s family for their loss, this is indeed a sad story, but I?m dismayed to see the shelter and shelter worker cast as the scapegoats or worse, as villains in this tragedy. They did indeed make a terrible, irreversible mistake but the real problem lies much deeper than this single, highly publicized incident.
Source: http://www.dogstardaily.com/blogs/target-target%E2%80%99s-demise
Tag Team Fetch During Indian Summer DIP
DIPs have proven to be such an amazing experience since launching them back in the beginning of the summer. Not only have I had the pleasure to watch dogs learn social skills or get their mojo back, but it's been a great exposure to more and more nuanced awareness of dog/dog social skills that endlessly fascinate me. This week has been a glorious burst of Indian Summer after a surprising couple of inches of heavy, wet snow just four days ago. Today at DIP we had 9 dogs, nearly a full house -- Trip and Bean, Bosco My Training Project, visiting boarding guests Zin and Jackie, and visiting dogs Bella & Tango, Rio and Poker. All but Bosco are adult dogs ranging from 1 to 10 years old. Medium to XL, males and females, sporty and spicy!
Source: http://www.dogstardaily.com/blogs/tag-team-fetch-during-indian-summer-dip
Menu Foods Expands Pet Food Recall (Blog)
As reported on CP 24, Menu Foods has expanded the pet food recall.
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
Wordless Wednesday
You can see other participants here!
Source: http://blogs.dogtime.com/bermudabluez/2010/12/wordless-wednesday-402
Pooches and Puddles - Dog Wash (Blog)
Sunday 13th 9am - 3pm. An adption promotion, fundraising and educational event for the Etobicoke Humane Society. Hosted by Starbucks Coffee. 1950 the Queensway (Chapters parking lot-across from Sherway Gardens) Average donation level: $10-15 and up, depending on size of dog; final decision is up to you.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
Just What is a "Dentistry"? (Article)
In the last article, we discussed different options for dental homecare. Eventually, however, regardless of how diligent you have been about brushing every day, you will find that dental tartar – that nasty, yellow/brown hard buildup – is starting to accumulate. If this process continues, plaque and tartar will start to invade underneath the gumline, causing gingivitis, and eventually periodontal disease, which can lead to pain and tooth loss.
Toronto's Largest Online Dog Community Site Receives A Makeover (Blog)
We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website and many new interactive tools now available to our site members. Why the change? We wanted to ensure our site stayed current with the latest web technologies and wanted to allow you, toronto dog lovers, more opportunity to voice your opinion throughout our site. The point of an online community site is just that - community. And now with the new TorontoBarks.com site our site members can post comments on all article, blog, podcast and forum posts.
?This smell is of the highest priority.?
PawsWay launches Pet Nutrition Lecture Series for savvy pet owners (Blog)
On Thursday, September 18, PawsWay will kick off the first seminar in a Pet Nutrition Lecture Series with Nestlé Purina pet nutrition expert Stephanie Newman. The Pet Nutrition Lecture Series will run on select Thursdays throughout September and October.
Monday, November 29, 2010
How Sparky would look with floppy ears.
He pulls funny faces when he's barking.
Very funny faces.
He also pulls silly faces when I ask him to balance things on his nose.
Um, why am I doing this again?
And exceedinly happy faces when asked to sit on a log and pose like a bunny.
Kota doesn't sit like a bunny on a log. Or sit on logs at all really.
It hurts my bum!
Source: http://crazydogblog.livejournal.com/30853.html
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5 Tips To Prevent Dog Anxiety At Halloween (Article)
Halloween and your dog! Some pet owners are fortunate and have dogs that love Halloween as much as their owners. However, most dogs probably show some stress and anxiety during this time of ghosts and goblins. The doorbell is ringing a lot, people are coming in and going out, the noise level may be quite high - all of this adds to your dog's stress. Here are a few suggestions of what to do with your dog during Halloween in order to reduce the anxiety level, of you and your dog.
Missing Golden Retriever: Mobi - FOUND & HOME SAFE (Blog)
Golden Retriever: Mobi was lost at Bloor & Bathurst on Jan 13th and found on Feb 3, 2010.
Source: http://www.torontobarks.com/dogblog/view/166/
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Jobs With Dogs (Article)
Working with animals can be one of the most rewarding ways to spend your life. To be able to turn your passion into the way you make your living is truly a blessing. There are many jobs that are animal related but the one that comes to mind most frequently is animal doctor, or Veterinarian. Veterinary medicine is now becoming as specialized as human medicine. You still have your general practitioners, the Veterinarians who see your pet on a regular basis but you can now include specialties that range from dentistry, behavior, skin and even doctors who deal solely with orthopedics.
Sunday, November 28, 2010
Dogs Have Teeth Too! (Article)
veterinarians have had to do a lot of continuing education to learn about dental problems, and how to properly deal with them. More and more veterinary clinics now have a dental Xray machine, which is an invaluable (and indispensable, in my opinion) tool that we can use to diagnose and properly treat dental disease in dogs and cats.
The Importance of Distraction vs. Correction (Article)
We are all taught in elementary math that a Negative plus a Negative will never equal a Positive. Keep this in mind when working with dogs. If you correct, scold, punish every time a dog displays a negative behaviour, they only learn that this is what you don't want. They aren't being taught what you *do* want.
ASK THE DOG TRAINER, with Mike Shamp, Painfully Playful Water Dogs, Part II
by Mike Shamp
Master Dog Behavior Therapist and Trainer
Responding to an All Things Dog Blog reader, Carol, our trainer, Mike Shamp started Carol with some tips for preparing her Lab to accept watching her family swim without her in Part I of this topic, Painfully Playful Water Dogs. If you missed Mike's first installment, you may wish to return to read it at Part I. Now we'll move on with Mike's continuing assistance for Carol and India:
Another critical skill is India?s ability to come to you no matter what distraction is present. The goal is to be able to get her attention from a distance and call her back to you. A basic Come When Called command is a crucial skill. As in any training situation, you must have control of the exercise and demonstrate to India that you are in charge. She needs to respond to you every time you issue a command. Begin by calling India from a short distance of just 4 to 5 feet away. Assume a crouched, playful position to get her attention. Use a happy, playful voice to call her, praising her as soon as she turns her head to look at you, and each step along the way. If you use a firm voice, shout the command or lose your patience, she will avoid going to an ?angry boss.? The come when called command is a happy command and must be executed no matter what she has done or has in her mouth. Gradually increase the distance until she responds and comes from at least 30 feet.
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Another critical skill is India?s ability to come to you no matter what distraction is present. The goal is to be able to get her attention from a distance and call her back to you. A basic Come When Called command is a crucial skill. As in any training situation, you must have control of the exercise and demonstrate to India that you are in charge. She needs to respond to you every time you issue a command. Begin by calling India from a short distance of just 4 to 5 feet away. Assume a crouched, playful position to get her attention. Use a happy, playful voice to call her, praising her as soon as she turns her head to look at you, and each step along the way. If you use a firm voice, shout the command or lose your patience, she will avoid going to an ?angry boss.? The come when called command is a happy command and must be executed no matter what she has done or has in her mouth. Gradually increase the distance until she responds and comes from at least 30 feet.
Be a Happy, Cheerful boss to encourage her to come. Positive reinforcement and reward in the form of praise using light-hearted, happy voice tones is the most effective way to keep India focused on you and be willing to please you. Training Dogs the Aussie Way by Danny and Sylvia Wilson is a great resource for teaching these skills, and lists other games you can teach India.
Combine the come when called command with the sit/stay exercise to develop self control. This can be a fun, playful exercise for everyone. Use a ball or toy to begin playing. After two or three tosses and returns begin giving a sit/stay command, toss the ball or toy but keep India at your side until you release her to fetch the toy. Alternate fetch and stay commands to make the exercise unpredictable and fun.
Stop the exercise before India becomes tired. You must retain control and end the game on your terms, not because India has lost interest. The advanced stages of this game include allowing India to chase the toy and calling her back before she reaches the toy. Good distance control will allow you to call her out of the pool despite the good time she is having with the children.
By the time summer rolls around India will be more focused on you and be more willing to respond to your commands. Begin the swimming season with slow quiet activity in the pool. If India becomes excited or jumps on the children call her out of the pool to sit and watch the children from your side. Release her to go back in the pool and monitor her behavior. Each time she gets excited repeat the exercise. Gradually increase the intensity of the play in the pool until she accepts all levels of play without the explosive energy and enthusiasm she has shown this past summer.
Mike
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For more information on Mike Shamp and his training, you may find him at Bark Busters of Central Florida. You can also visit Bark Busters' Training Tips Page for help.
A personal appointment with a trainer will likely provide more specific information on your dog's issues and your questions.
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Saturday, November 27, 2010
?My house is in your house.?
Holiday Bite Prevention Tips from Doggone Safe (Article)
The holidays are especially stressful for dogs due to changes in routine and the comings and going of visitors. Many dog bites happen at this time of year.
Ask The Vet - Springer Spaniel Puppy With Tremors (Blog)
We have a Springer spaniel puppy that is 6 months old. Since about 4 mths. she has developed a tremor in her jaw. While petting her, you can actually see the tremor starting as the muscle along the jaw line start quivering, as does her eye. She does not seem to be in pain, but then again, often humans don't know when their dog is in pain.
Friday, November 26, 2010
Barking For A Home - November - Mason (Article)
Mason, an approximately 7 year old American Bulldog, was found as a stray and taken in by a local municipal shelter. With such a wonderful personality, shelter staff felt he needed to have a second chance at love and life and contacted Animal Angel Rescue Foundation (AARF) to see if they would be in a position to take Mason into their program.
In Memory of Target, Hero Dog From Afghanistan
As you know if you read the dog blog last week, a heroic dog rescued from Afghanistan was accidentally euthanized at an Arizona shelter after she got loose from her house on Veterans Day. Here is a moving tribute to Target, who dodged death so many times in Afghanistan, but could not survive a US [...]
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Thursday, November 25, 2010
Get Ready For Black Friday!
Hi Friends!
Here's wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving. Hope everyone is having a fantastic holiday wherever you are.
Black Friday is the biggest day for retailers around the world. It is the first day of the holiday shopping season and with Christmas exactly a month away, that isn't very much time. Today, I received so many Black Friday ads with my paper, it was put in a separate bag.
As pet owners, there will be many special deals out there for our pets. These also can be a great gift idea for your pet-loving friend. Without further adieu, here's my...
Greenies Canine Dental Chews
These are great for yourself or as a gift for the holidays.
Original price: $32.99 USD
Drinkwell Pet Fountain available through Petsmart.
Original price: $49.99 USD
Fancy Feast Cat Food
For those of you who have cats as well as dogs, this is an excellent deal on canned food:
Original price: $.56 per can
Cuddlee Critters are great for dogs (like Homer) who love to tear a dog toy to shreds. They have a squeaker but no stuffing, so a dog owner will not have to worry about having their dog ingest all of that stuffing. Best known for their hardware products Menard's will be selling Cuddlee Critters at a phenomenal discount:
Original Price: $10.00 USD
Note: Not available online.
Pet Photography 101: Tips for taking better photos of your dog or cat
Available through Amazon (which I am an affiliate of).
Original price: $14.95 USD
Get It Here!
Woof Hoofs is having a special sale for their one-year anniversary. You can buy any pair for 20% off their dog boots. Promotion Code: baxter This special also includes free shipping. You can get this through the website only. Don't miss out on their celebration!
This is the one item that you will find on sale anywhere. Popular stores include:
Macy's
Kohl's
Bass Pro Shops
Ace Hardware
Here's wishing you a Happy Thanksgiving. Hope everyone is having a fantastic holiday wherever you are.
Black Friday is the biggest day for retailers around the world. It is the first day of the holiday shopping season and with Christmas exactly a month away, that isn't very much time. Today, I received so many Black Friday ads with my paper, it was put in a separate bag.
As pet owners, there will be many special deals out there for our pets. These also can be a great gift idea for your pet-loving friend. Without further adieu, here's my...
Black Friday Deal Roundup
PetSmart
These are great for yourself or as a gift for the holidays.
Original price: $32.99 USD
Black Friday Price: $24.99 USD
Drinkwell Pet Fountain available through Petsmart.
Original price: $49.99 USD
Black Friday Price: $19.99 USD
Fancy Feast Cat Food
For those of you who have cats as well as dogs, this is an excellent deal on canned food:
Original price: $.56 per can
Black Friday Price: $.40 per can
All Pet Collars will be 50% off
Menard's
Cuddlee Critters are great for dogs (like Homer) who love to tear a dog toy to shreds. They have a squeaker but no stuffing, so a dog owner will not have to worry about having their dog ingest all of that stuffing. Best known for their hardware products Menard's will be selling Cuddlee Critters at a phenomenal discount:Original Price: $10.00 USD
Black Friday Price: $1.99 USD
Note: Not available online.
Amazon
Pet Photography 101: Tips for taking better photos of your dog or cat Available through Amazon (which I am an affiliate of). Original price: $14.95 USD
Black Friday Price: $7.47 USD
Get It Here!Woof Hoofs
Woof Hoofs is having a special sale for their one-year anniversary. You can buy any pair for 20% off their dog boots. Promotion Code: baxter This special also includes free shipping. You can get this through the website only. Don't miss out on their celebration!Pet Beds
This is the one item that you will find on sale anywhere. Popular stores include:
Macy's
Kohl's
Bass Pro Shops
Ace Hardware
Let's Discuss!
Will you raid the sales or stay away on Black Friday?
Source: http://blogs.dogtime.com/too-kool-doggies/2010/11/get-ready-for-black-friday
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