Keep Your Pets Safe on Halloween

We are getting closer and closer to Halloween and The Humane Society of the United States is reminding us how to celebrate it whilst keeping our pets safe !

It is always a good idea to have these tips in mind !

Jack-o'-lanterns, trick-or-treaters, haunted houses and costume parties. Halloween is full of fun things for you and your family to enjoy, but it's one of those holidays that is enjoyed more by people than by pets. Keep the following precautions in mind when preparing for the frightfully fun festivities and help ensure that everyone in your family—including your pet—has a safe Halloween.

Keep your pet in a quiet place, away from trick-or-treaters and other Halloween activities. You may know that the miniature monsters and goblins who come knocking on Halloween aren't real, but pets don't. Dogs and cats are creatures of habit and could become frightened or agitated by the unaccustomed sights and sounds of costumed visitors. In addition, frequently opened doors provide a perfect opportunity for escape, which can go unnoticed during all the commotion. Be sure all pets are wearing collars and ID tags in case of an accidental getaway.

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New Books for Pet Lovers

Attention Pet Lovers!

How well do you actually know your pet? Have you ever wondered if there's an explanation for the seemingly crazy things dogs and cats do? In two brand-new books, Dr. Marty Becker, resident veterinarian on Good Morning America, and Gina Spadafori, an award-winning pet expert, give you the lowdown on all the funny, fantastic, quirky, and downright bizarre things most people don't know about pets.

For the next 7 days, you also can receive over $100 in free gifts from top pet care companies, including a Hartz® LIVING Pet Hair Grabber™, free magazine subscriptions to Dog Fancy, Cat Fancy, and BARK, and the DogAge Test, which will help your dog enjoy a younger, happier life. Click here or visit www.petconnection.com/specialoffer for details.

Dog owners warned against sugar-free items

We just read this article on MSNBC and we thought that we would share it with you ! It is very interesting !

Commonly used artificial sweetener can cause canine liver failure.

NEW YORK - Keep those sugarless treats out of Fido’s reach. Veterinarians warned Friday that a commonly used sweetener might cause liver failure in dogs, and perhaps even kill them.
Their report in the Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association appears to strengthen the suspected link between the sugar substitute xylitol, thought to make dogs sick, and possible liver failure.
Xylitol, a naturally occurring product, is found in many sugar-free chewing gums, candies, baked goods and toothpastes.

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Keep the Water Flowing

Do you think that leaving your puppy's water dish dry sometimes may help curb housetraining accidents? Think again.

Housetraining may actually be even more difficult if your puppy doesn't get an adequate amount of water. A dehydrated pup has a higher risk of developing urinary problems -- such as infections or kidney stones -- that would make bladder control even harder. Limit drinking water only at bedtime.




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Dog Beds

If you are like me, my little dog (Coton de Tulear) has nearly one bed for each room in the house !
All different beds, in sizes and colors of course, no need to say that she is totally spoiled !

What about your dog ? How many beds does your dog have ? What kind of bed ; a nest bed, a pillow bed or a wooden bed ?

Please let me know ; I would love to hear your comments about the dog bed(s) in your home !

And if you are looking for a bed for your pooch, please don't forget ; we have some great choices on our website !

Dogs Eating Grass

I found a very interesting article on Pedigree.com about dogs eating grass. I am sure that many of you have wondered why dogs are eating grass.

They do not eat grass because they have worms or because they don't feel well or because they have a nutritional deficiency or because they're going through a particular developmental stage. They eat grass because they like the taste !
Apparently you can even find containers available at pet stores that allow you to grow your own grain-based grass for both dogs and cats.
Interesting don't you think ?

Resemblance ??

We thought that we would share this funny picture with you !

Do you see any resemblance ?

Dressing Your Dog

The recent fashion trend to dress a dog is becoming more and more popular and not only among small dog owners ! Large dogs are now being dressed too !
In tees, tanks, bathing suits, coats, you name it !
You can find an endless selection of dog clothes out there !
Have you looked at all the collections that The Paw-risian Bistro offers on our web site ?

How do you feel about this new trend ?
Do you think it is a torture for the dog, a necessity ? Is it ridiculous, funny ?

What are your thoughts on this subject ? Would you mind sharing them with us ?

Fenced In

Dog-proof your yard to prevent loss or injury.

Remove any toxic materials that your dog could eat and surround your yard with a strong fence -- wood, chain, or electronic. Make sure it's the right height. If your dog can look over the fence while standing on his hind legs, there is a chance the collar will get caught, which may choke him. A breakaway collar, designed to break open when pressure is applied, will help prevent such accidents in an unsupervised yard.


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Flint River Ranch Dog Food

We are very excited to announce that we just became a distributor for Flint River Ranch !

For people who don't know this brand, it is a super premium all natural dog food which currently comes in 3 different flavors (chicken, lamb, trout) and has a unique baking process which leads to a greater degree of food absorption. Dogs really love it !

If you are looking for the very highest quality canine and feline food, don't go any further ! Give it a try !

You can order Flint River Ranch products directly from our website !

Old Navy New's Mascot

And the winner is..... Paco, from Venice Beach, Ca !!
CONGRATULATIONS !

Paco has that Old Navy Magic ! 2 years old male, laid back and fun loving, he's wagged his way into your heart - Paco perfectly captures the spirit and optimism of Old Navy.

He is the perfect new addition to the Old Navy family !

Old Navy New Mascot

Old Navy is counting the votes to see which lovable pup will be their next mascot !

Stay tuned and come back on the 26th ! We'll find out who the winner is !! Will it be Bean, Cooper, Data, Josie, Paco or Sandi ????

Tomorrow !!

Summer Dogs Days

If you have a funny picture of your dog playing at the beach, swimming etc..., we would love to see it !

When you can take your pooch with you to the beach, for instance, what do they do ?
Do they dig in the sand, do they play in the waves, lay in the sun ?

We would love to hear from you !

Is Your Pet Destined to be a Star?

Thanks to The Humane Society of the United States, we have just heard that a well-known celebrity animal lover (whose name we can’t reveal just yet) will soon debut a new talk show on national TV—and you and your pet have a chance to share the limelight! Simply submit a video of your cute critter, and your clip could be featured on the show!

Does your pooch's newest trick deserve the spotlight? Do you want to share your kitty's adorable antics with all of America? If so, grab a video camera and start recording—your pet could end up on national TV!

A new talk show debuting this fall has invited HSUS supporters to record and submit videos of pets. Show producers will choose videos to be featured as part of a regular spotlight on pets. While we can't reveal the name of the show, we can tell you that the host is a well-known celebrity and an animal lover!

Whether your pet does something that makes him stand out from the pack, or you just want to demonstrate the bond you and your best friend share, this is a great opportunity to show America why your pet is special to you.

To get started, download the submission form. It includes tips for creating your video along with mailing instructions.

Good luck to everybody !!

Canine Condo

Temperament and energy level matter more than breed when fitting a dog into a small living space.

All dogs need exercise, so if possible, select an apartment or condo near a park or walking trails. Try to go home at lunch to walk your dog, or hire a walking service. Fill toys with food to keep your dog entertained indoors, and block the view out front windows to prevent excessive barking. And enjoy lots of quality playtime with your pooch.

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Daisy Donut Dog Bed

The feature of the month from our catalog for July is our Daisy Donut Bed ! It is every dog/cat’s favorite bed! It is so extremely comfy !!
Don't miss this opportunity to get it at our discounted price starting from $ 90.00 ! It is only for the month of July so don't miss out on it !

Camp Out

Exploring the great outdoors with your dog can be a wonderful experience. Prepare your pooch with shorter hikes in the weeks before a trip, and don't forget the flea and tick treatment. Carry plenty of bottled water, food, and a short leash attached to a dog harness. A healthy dog without joint problems can carry about one-quarter of his weight in a backpack, but don't give a pack to dogs under the age of 1 year. Check your pet's paws regularly for soreness or debris, and frequently stop in the shade for rest and water, because your dog probably won't complain when tired.

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Frozen Treats for Dogs

We are enjoying very nice temperatures on the East Coast right now but it can be really too hot for our friends from time to time !

So why not give them a very healthy treat which will be at the same time easy to make, low-cost, and highly refreshing !

Just take an ice cube tray and fill it with just chicken or beef broth and then freeze it. That's it !

When your pooch seems to be a little warm, just give him or her, this "special" ice cube to refresh ! You will be surprised to see how much they like it !

Do you have your own recipe that you would like to share with us ? Any tips for our Bistro blog ?

Vacations with your pet

As summer is getting closer and closer, a lot of people will go away for a few days to enjoy the sun, fishing, boating, hiking, etc...

I was just curious to know what most of you will do with your pet, when vacation time comes.

• Do you take your pet with you ?
• Do you leave your pet with a sitter ?
• Do you board your pet ?

If, unfortunately, your pooch can't join you, do you feel maybe guilty, that she or he is staying behind ?

Are your vacation always planned to include your pet ?

It is great to see that nowadays, more and more places are taking pets, maybe with an additional fee but who cares then, if you can be together ?

I would love to hear your comments on this subject ! So don't be shy and drop me a line ! Thanks !

Have a wonderful summer !

Pets Included in U.S. Emergency Plans

Please take a look at this article from Animal Planet News ; I didn't want to waste any time so you can enjoy the good news !



June 5, 2006 — Animal welfare advocates on Wednesday said they had worked with the U.S. government to develop new measures to protect pets in the event of another natural disaster like Hurricane Katrina, in which tens of thousands of pets died.

"We remember Katrina. That's why we have pushed for including animals in the rescue plans," said Wayne Pacelle, president of the Humane Society.

The group says that at least 50,000 pets died because no emergency plans were in place to save them after Hurricane Katrina flooded huge swaths of the U.S. Gulf Coast in August 2005.

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