Saturday, November 8, 2014
Saturday, November 1, 2014
COME IN AND SAVE
$AVINGS !
BUY 3 HALLOWEEN COOKIES FROM OUR K9 BAKERY, GET 2 FREE.
BUY 1 HALLOWEEN DOG TOY, GET 1 FREE.
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BUY 3 HALLOWEEN COOKIES FROM OUR K9 BAKERY, GET 2 FREE.
BUY 1 HALLOWEEN DOG TOY, GET 1 FREE.
STOCKING STUFFERS. PICTURE FRAMES AND PURSES. $ 1. EACH
Thursday, October 30, 2014
Tuesday, October 28, 2014
Your senior dog
Caring for your senior dog http://www.akcchf.org/canine-health/your-dogs-health/senior-dog-health/
Saturday, October 25, 2014
Friday, October 24, 2014
Friday, October 17, 2014
Wednesday, August 13, 2014
SWEEPS !
WOOF WOOF ! Enter the https://www.facebook.com/Lifeisgood?sk=app_451684954848385&brandloc=DISABLE&app_data=chk-53eb6068d7bbc
Dogs Days of Symmer Sweeps and win some awesome prizes
Dogs Days of Symmer Sweeps and win some awesome prizes
Friday, August 1, 2014
GREAT IDEA !
http://barkpost.com/turkish-vending-machine/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=non-subscriber&utm_campaign=BarkPost%20Newsletter%208.1.14%20Non-Subscriber&email=info%40montclairfeed.com
Wednesday, July 30, 2014
CUTE VIDEO
A puppy and a Baby
http://barkpost.com/puppy-loves-baby-sister/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=non-subscriber&utm_campaign=BarkPost%20Newsletter%207.30.14%20Non-Subscriber&email=info%40montclairfeed.com
http://barkpost.com/puppy-loves-baby-sister/?utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=non-subscriber&utm_campaign=BarkPost%20Newsletter%207.30.14%20Non-Subscriber&email=info%40montclairfeed.com
Tuesday, July 22, 2014
Friday, July 18, 2014
SUMMER ADVENTURE WITH YOUR DOG
This link is from Bark Post
Summer adventures you can do with your dog
http://barkpost.com/summer-adventures-with-dog/?email=info%40montclairfeed.com&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=non-subscriber&utm_campaign=BarkPost%20Newsletter%207.18.14%20Non-Subscribers
Summer adventures you can do with your dog
http://barkpost.com/summer-adventures-with-dog/?email=info%40montclairfeed.com&utm_source=Sailthru&utm_medium=email&utm_term=non-subscriber&utm_campaign=BarkPost%20Newsletter%207.18.14%20Non-Subscribers
Wednesday, July 16, 2014
Dehydration and overheating in Dogs
here's a timely article about Dehydration and overheating in Dogs by the Canine Health Foundation
http://www.akcchf.org/canine-health/your-dogs-health/caring-for-your-dog/dehydration-and-overheating.html
http://www.akcchf.org/canine-health/your-dogs-health/caring-for-your-dog/dehydration-and-overheating.html
Tuesday, July 15, 2014
A dogs last day
We've all there! Our companion goes over the Rainbow bridge...
http://www.buzzfeed.com/alanwhite/this-story-of-a-dogs-last-day-on-earth-is-beautiful-and-hear
http://www.buzzfeed.com/alanwhite/this-story-of-a-dogs-last-day-on-earth-is-beautiful-and-hear
Thursday, July 10, 2014
Dogs in unattended cars
It's now a crime in Rhode Island to leave a dog in a HOT. unattended car
https://twitter.com/tailsmagazines/status/486287481281597440?refsrc=email
https://twitter.com/tailsmagazines/status/486287481281597440?refsrc=email
Tuesday, July 8, 2014
Giving dogs a second chance
http://abcnews.go.com/blogs/headlines/2014/07/from-shelter-to-k9-unit-group-gives-dogs-second-chance-and-a-duty/
DOG FRIENDLY AND A NICE WALK
I discovered a nice place to walk in the area... with or without your dog
http://thealternativepress.com/articles/orange-reservoir-walkway-and-pedestrian-bridges-o
There are benches in various places... some shade.... poop bag dispensers.. trash cans...
Very nice ...
http://thealternativepress.com/articles/orange-reservoir-walkway-and-pedestrian-bridges-o
There are benches in various places... some shade.... poop bag dispensers.. trash cans...
Very nice ...
Thursday, July 3, 2014
Share this with your K9
YUM !
http://moderndogmagazine.com/articles/diy-eat-blueberry-pupsicles/38146
Blueberry pupsicles
http://moderndogmagazine.com/articles/diy-eat-blueberry-pupsicles/38146
Blueberry pupsicles
Saturday, June 28, 2014
TRUE CLASS !!
http://fox8.com/2014/06/27/true-class-actress-amy-adams-gives-up-first-class-seat-to-soldier/
Thursday, June 26, 2014
Wednesday, June 25, 2014
Tuesday, June 24, 2014
DOG SUMMER TIPS
We want you to have a happy, healthy and safe summer with your dog,
but the beach poses as a threat to many dogs. The four major safety
concerns are: dehydration, salt intoxication, sunburns (including paws)
and a heat stroke. To avoid any health concerns, follow these dog safety
summer guidelines to have a carefree couple of months.
Dehydration: With the heat, dogs can easily get dehydrated- just like humans. Although, they are unable to alert us as well, a quick sign would be when they start acting lethargic, have sunken eyes and panting with a dry mouth. A simple preventative measure is to bring water for your dog when you are outside in the heat for an extended period of time. If you are playing Frisbee, you can easily fill that up with cool, clean water in between throws. We recommend providing them with water, at least, every 15 minutes to ensure they will not be dehydrated. Dehydration at the beach can be especially concerning, which leads into the next point of salt intoxication.
Salt intoxication (hypernatremia): If you bring your dog to the beach, be aware of how often they gulp down the ocean water. Dogs do not understand that salt water is harmful to them, and different than the clean water you normally provide for them. Some dogs have a tendency to overload on salt water by keeping their mouth wide open while playing or swimming. Even a little salt intake can upset certain dog’s stomachs. The early signs of hypernatremia are vomiting and “beach diarrhea”, but can quickly develop full-fledged hypernatremia by showing neurological signs of having trouble walking, seizures and sudden depression. If you notice these signs, take your dog to the vet immediately to be treated. Prevent this by using the tip above and provide your pup with fresh, clean water frequently so they aren’t as tempted to start swallowing the salt water.
Sunburns: Just like humans, dogs can get sunburnt. Our FlipFlop Dog, Charlie, is our first dog to get noticeable sunburnt. Like other white coated, thin haired dogs, this should be a concern as their skin turns distinctively pink/red after lying outside. While there are pet specific sunscreens, baby sunscreen works just as well and is more accessible at local stores. After applying the sunscreen, keep a watchful eye to be sure your dog doesn’t lick the area (which would reverse the benefits of applying the sunscreen in the first place). Providing an umbrella or shaded area for your dog to lie under is another easy way of preventing sunburns and overheating.
Heat strokes: Panting and disorientation are the main signs of a looming heat stroke in your dog. Dogs can easily over heat by being outside in the hot temperatures. Limit the amount of time they spend outside and do not leave them outside unattended. Daily exercise is always healthy, but during the summer, be careful with the temperatures and monitoring your dog’s heat intake. Exercising should be moved to the early morning or late evening to prevent a heat stroke. Most dogs do not realize anything is wrong and will keep jogging or walking, so it’s your job to know when to stop. To cool your dog down, bath them in cool, not cold, water. Cold water can make overheating worse. If your dog does not cool down, call the vet. Heat strokes can happen outside, inside and, especially in a car. Did you know that an inside temperature of a car can rise 40 degrees within an hour, when the temperatures are between 72 and 96 degrees outside?! Thanks to the study done by Stanford University School of Medicine, we know for that to be true. Leave your dog home, inside and with air condition to prevent any over heated related incidents.
Use your best judgment in keeping your dog safe and cool this summer. If you notice something “off”, contact your vet as the summer heat could be affecting your dog. Your dog can still have fun outdoors by playing in a sprinkler and when they are being carefully monitored during the hottest months.
Dehydration: With the heat, dogs can easily get dehydrated- just like humans. Although, they are unable to alert us as well, a quick sign would be when they start acting lethargic, have sunken eyes and panting with a dry mouth. A simple preventative measure is to bring water for your dog when you are outside in the heat for an extended period of time. If you are playing Frisbee, you can easily fill that up with cool, clean water in between throws. We recommend providing them with water, at least, every 15 minutes to ensure they will not be dehydrated. Dehydration at the beach can be especially concerning, which leads into the next point of salt intoxication.
Salt intoxication (hypernatremia): If you bring your dog to the beach, be aware of how often they gulp down the ocean water. Dogs do not understand that salt water is harmful to them, and different than the clean water you normally provide for them. Some dogs have a tendency to overload on salt water by keeping their mouth wide open while playing or swimming. Even a little salt intake can upset certain dog’s stomachs. The early signs of hypernatremia are vomiting and “beach diarrhea”, but can quickly develop full-fledged hypernatremia by showing neurological signs of having trouble walking, seizures and sudden depression. If you notice these signs, take your dog to the vet immediately to be treated. Prevent this by using the tip above and provide your pup with fresh, clean water frequently so they aren’t as tempted to start swallowing the salt water.
Sunburns: Just like humans, dogs can get sunburnt. Our FlipFlop Dog, Charlie, is our first dog to get noticeable sunburnt. Like other white coated, thin haired dogs, this should be a concern as their skin turns distinctively pink/red after lying outside. While there are pet specific sunscreens, baby sunscreen works just as well and is more accessible at local stores. After applying the sunscreen, keep a watchful eye to be sure your dog doesn’t lick the area (which would reverse the benefits of applying the sunscreen in the first place). Providing an umbrella or shaded area for your dog to lie under is another easy way of preventing sunburns and overheating.
Your dog’s skin is not the only part that
can be burnt, but also their paws. Asphalt, sand and boardwalk wood can
all become too hot for your dog’s paws when the summer temperatures are
rising. A way to tell is by putting your palm on the ground. If it’s
too hot for your palm, it’s too hot for your dog to walk on. Try walking
them in a different area, such as grass, or at a different time in the
day.
Heat strokes: Panting and disorientation are the main signs of a looming heat stroke in your dog. Dogs can easily over heat by being outside in the hot temperatures. Limit the amount of time they spend outside and do not leave them outside unattended. Daily exercise is always healthy, but during the summer, be careful with the temperatures and monitoring your dog’s heat intake. Exercising should be moved to the early morning or late evening to prevent a heat stroke. Most dogs do not realize anything is wrong and will keep jogging or walking, so it’s your job to know when to stop. To cool your dog down, bath them in cool, not cold, water. Cold water can make overheating worse. If your dog does not cool down, call the vet. Heat strokes can happen outside, inside and, especially in a car. Did you know that an inside temperature of a car can rise 40 degrees within an hour, when the temperatures are between 72 and 96 degrees outside?! Thanks to the study done by Stanford University School of Medicine, we know for that to be true. Leave your dog home, inside and with air condition to prevent any over heated related incidents.
Use your best judgment in keeping your dog safe and cool this summer. If you notice something “off”, contact your vet as the summer heat could be affecting your dog. Your dog can still have fun outdoors by playing in a sprinkler and when they are being carefully monitored during the hottest months.
Wednesday, June 18, 2014
are YOU a crazy dog person ??????????????
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Tuesday, June 17, 2014
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Monday, June 16, 2014
POSITIVE DOG TRAINING !
Positive Training Equals Positive Results
By: Victoria Stilwell
How
do you cope with a dog that is showing anxiety-based behaviors such as
aggression, inappropriate urination, guarding, destructive chewing or
barking? Know that your dog is not trying to take over your household,
even though it might seem like it.
Positive reinforcement (i.e., giving the dog a reward in the form of praise, play, food or toys when it behaves in a way that you like) has been shown to be the most effective training method for these types of behaviors. As you begin the process of modifying your dog's behavior, BE PATIENT. Positive training relies on consistency, repetition and the following general rules:
Tip #1:
First, identify WHY your dog is behaving this way. You cannot effectively deal with a behavior unless you know the root cause behind it.
Tip #2:
Once you know the WHY, then you can ask yourself HOW to treat the behavior. It is vitally important that you understand your dog. I don't believe you can train a dog well without first understanding how he perceives the world. You can then use this knowledge to make training easier.
Tip #3:
Learn to talk and think dog. Good communication increases the bond between dog and owner considerably. Dogs don't speak our human language, yet many people treat them as if they do. As a result, the dog ends up confused.
Tip #4:
Be
kind! Never hit, scream at or yank your dog. Dogs that exhibit
aggression to humans or other dogs are under a great deal of stress,
even though they might appear confident, dominant or just plain nasty.
Think how you feel when you are fearful, angry or even violent. It is
not a good place to be. Don't combat fear with more fear – recognize
your dog's concerns, then slowly and gently teach him to overcome them.
Tip #5:
Go very slowly when dealing with anxiety-related behaviors. The best way to rehabilitate an aggressive dog is to change how he perceives the stimuli that make him anxious. Do this by slowly showing your dog that the thing he fears is no longer scary. This technique is called desensitization. If your dog is guarding the couch, food bowl, or front door, show him gently that there is another way to feel that makes him happier and more confident. For example, shower him with attention when he is on the floor, and not on the couch. Show him that good things happen to him when you approach his food bowl, because it means you'll be adding more delicious food.
Teaching obedience commands is relatively easy to do, but changing a dog's negative behaviors and perceptions is not. Therefore, it's important to enlist the help of a qualified trainer, who can help tailor a treatment plan for your dog's particular problem. Avoid trainers who use harsh methods or advocate choke, prong or weighted collars. And remember, positive training equals positive results. It might take a little longer, and require more time and patience on your part, but the positive changes you'll see in your dog are worth it!
Source: http://hcasf.org/index.php/help-for-dog-owners/98-five-rules-of-positive-dog-training
Victoria
Stilwell is the host of Animal Planet's "It's Me or the Dog." Her no
nonsense, common sense approach to dog training is both practical and
effective. It's about educating owners on how to see things from a dog's
perspective and use positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior.
With a little patience and effort, anyone can live happily with their
canine companions. Visit Victoria Stilwell on the Web, get her training
tips and watch full episodes of "It's Me or the Dog" by clicking http://animal.discovery.com/tv/its-me-or-dog/index.html or http://www.victoriastilwell.com.
By: Victoria Stilwell
How
do you cope with a dog that is showing anxiety-based behaviors such as
aggression, inappropriate urination, guarding, destructive chewing or
barking? Know that your dog is not trying to take over your household,
even though it might seem like it.Positive reinforcement (i.e., giving the dog a reward in the form of praise, play, food or toys when it behaves in a way that you like) has been shown to be the most effective training method for these types of behaviors. As you begin the process of modifying your dog's behavior, BE PATIENT. Positive training relies on consistency, repetition and the following general rules:
Tip #1:
First, identify WHY your dog is behaving this way. You cannot effectively deal with a behavior unless you know the root cause behind it.
Tip #2:
Once you know the WHY, then you can ask yourself HOW to treat the behavior. It is vitally important that you understand your dog. I don't believe you can train a dog well without first understanding how he perceives the world. You can then use this knowledge to make training easier.
Tip #3:
Learn to talk and think dog. Good communication increases the bond between dog and owner considerably. Dogs don't speak our human language, yet many people treat them as if they do. As a result, the dog ends up confused.
Tip #4:
Be
kind! Never hit, scream at or yank your dog. Dogs that exhibit
aggression to humans or other dogs are under a great deal of stress,
even though they might appear confident, dominant or just plain nasty.
Think how you feel when you are fearful, angry or even violent. It is
not a good place to be. Don't combat fear with more fear – recognize
your dog's concerns, then slowly and gently teach him to overcome them. Tip #5:
Go very slowly when dealing with anxiety-related behaviors. The best way to rehabilitate an aggressive dog is to change how he perceives the stimuli that make him anxious. Do this by slowly showing your dog that the thing he fears is no longer scary. This technique is called desensitization. If your dog is guarding the couch, food bowl, or front door, show him gently that there is another way to feel that makes him happier and more confident. For example, shower him with attention when he is on the floor, and not on the couch. Show him that good things happen to him when you approach his food bowl, because it means you'll be adding more delicious food.
Teaching obedience commands is relatively easy to do, but changing a dog's negative behaviors and perceptions is not. Therefore, it's important to enlist the help of a qualified trainer, who can help tailor a treatment plan for your dog's particular problem. Avoid trainers who use harsh methods or advocate choke, prong or weighted collars. And remember, positive training equals positive results. It might take a little longer, and require more time and patience on your part, but the positive changes you'll see in your dog are worth it!
Source: http://hcasf.org/index.php/help-for-dog-owners/98-five-rules-of-positive-dog-training
Victoria
Stilwell is the host of Animal Planet's "It's Me or the Dog." Her no
nonsense, common sense approach to dog training is both practical and
effective. It's about educating owners on how to see things from a dog's
perspective and use positive reinforcement to encourage good behavior.
With a little patience and effort, anyone can live happily with their
canine companions. Visit Victoria Stilwell on the Web, get her training
tips and watch full episodes of "It's Me or the Dog" by clicking http://animal.discovery.com/tv/its-me-or-dog/index.html or http://www.victoriastilwell.com.Saturday, June 14, 2014
Saturday June 15
We'll have GreyHound Friends of NJ http://www.greyhoundfriendsnj.org/ and store specials like
Buy 6 of our K9 bakery cookiesand get 1 free
Buy 6 of our K9 bakery cookiesand get 1 free
Thursday, June 12, 2014
Wednesday, June 11, 2014
Tuesday, June 10, 2014
Friday, June 6, 2014
Wednesday, June 4, 2014
Saturday, May 31, 2014
Thursday, May 22, 2014
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
GETTING A CAT ?
Adding a cat to your household ?
We've gotten together a list of suggested items
Litter pan, Litter and a scoop, cat pan liners, scratch post, toys, shampoo or wipes,
brush and comb, nail clipper, dishes, food both dry and wet, name tag, cat collar, flea protection.
Anything else... just ask us
We've gotten together a list of suggested items
Litter pan, Litter and a scoop, cat pan liners, scratch post, toys, shampoo or wipes,
brush and comb, nail clipper, dishes, food both dry and wet, name tag, cat collar, flea protection.
Anything else... just ask us
Monday, May 19, 2014
COMING SOON !
Rescue Chocolate is “the sweetest way to save a life!” From each chocolate purchased, 100%
of the net profits are donated to animal rescue organizations around
the country. To see current and past beneficiaries just click on the Who We Help link at the top of the page. We were founded in January 2010 and we are headquartered in Brooklyn, NY.
The packaging of each vegan flavor
of Rescue Chocolate sheds light on a different aspect of the current
pet “overpopulation” epidemic. Not only are we interested in raising
funds for rescues, but we want to get the word out about these
oh-so-fixable issues! Current and future flavors include:
- Peanut Butter Pit Bull (crispy peanut butter and chocolate, countering the negative public image of the pit bull-type dogs)
- Pick Me! Pepper (sweet ’n spicy dark chocolate with peppers, highlighting the advantages of choosing pets from animal shelters instead of breeders or pet stores)
- Foster-iffic Peppermint (dark chocolate with peppermint, highlighting the need for people to provide foster care for shelter animals as they await their forever homes)
- The Fix (plain 72%, highlighting the importance of spay and neuter)
- Mission Feral Fig (fig, cranberry, almond, and spices, highlighting the humane solution for feral cats, TNR)
- Fakin' Bacon (smoky, sweet and salty, a salute to farm animal sanctuaries and compassionate gourmands)
- Forever Mocha (hazelnut praline and coffee, highlighting ways to help people make and honor a lifetime commitment to their pets)
No animals were harmed in the making of
these products. Rescue Chocolate is always 100% vegan. Our chocolate is
handcrafted in Brooklyn, NY and certified Kosher Parve. It is made in
the finest Belgian tradition with top quality ingredients and no
artificial preservatives.
Wholesale inquiries (general retailers and rescue groups) welcome.
Contact us at info@rescuechocolate.com or call (917) 767-7283
Our Story
It all started with a thumbnail image of a
forlorn pitbull. Cropped ears, swollen nipples, her name was Mocha, and
her photo had been posted online (Petfinder.com) by her foster mom as a
desperate act to find her a permanent home before the clock ran down to
zero.
Mocha’s eyes stuck with me. I flashed
through that online posting once, twice, and then again. I kept going
back to check on her, to see if by some miracle an angel had descended
and adopted her. I had grown up sharing my house with dogs and
volunteering at my local animal shelter, but I knew I couldn’t have a
dog at the moment—I was never home, and I lived in the middle of the
biggest concrete jungle in the world, New York City. Besides, the
building in which I rented a room didn’t even allow pets.
Those beautiful mocha-brown eyes…. It took
awhile to track down the email address of her foster mom. I set up an
appointment just to meet Mocha near Central Park, with no strings
attached. Dear Reader, you absolutely know what happened next.
At first touch, I felt an instant, profound
connection. A bit later, we rode in a taxi together back to Brooklyn.
And then, a few months later, she handed me a wallop of inspiration.
I was savoring the last bite of a dark
chocolate bar before heading out for our morning walk (doesn’t everyone
eat chocolate for breakfast?!). Powered up by the darkest of dark
chocolate, I hit the sidewalk with my gorgeous best friend.
Suddenly it occurred to me: why not put
together my two loves? How about developing a scrumptious new dark
chocolate line, selling it, and donating the profits to animals in need?
I already worked part-time at Gnosis,
a raw chocolate company in Queens, where I had developed a best-selling
flavor. I knew what tasted good. And God knew there was certainly a
need to raise awareness about the epidemic of homeless pets in America.
The idea for Rescue Chocolate was almost fully formed before Mocha and I
returned from our walk that morning in December 2009.
Now, working with executive chef Jean
Francois Bonnet at the Tumbador chocolate factory, it is a dream to
create new flavors for my line of dark chocolate products, naming them,
selling them, and choosing the animal rescue charities to support each
month. Rescue Chocolate is carried by a number of retail outlets in New
York, San Diego, Chicago, and elsewhere, and it is also sold online.
People give it a try and become addicted.
Maybe it has something to do with the picture of the pooch on the
wrapper of every Rescue Chocolate bar—that one with the mocha-brown
eyes.
Sunday, May 18, 2014
WHY DOGS ARE BETTER
WHY DOGS MAY BE BETTER THEN A GIRL OR BOYFRIEND.
#5 Dogs Don’t Care if You’ve Put on Some Weight
That’s right. They don’t. They just love you, unconditionally. In fact, they might just enjoy a little more of you to snuggle up to. Basically, as long as you feed them, pet them, take them for walks and love them right back, your dog is going to think you are the King OR Queen of the World -- regardless of how much you weigh.
#4 Dogs Never Cheat
There's no need to dig through their stuff for secret love notes. And you're never going to come home to find him snuggled up to your hot next door neighbor (well, maybe, but it doesn’t mean anything). Dogs are supremely loyal to their masters. They’ll do anything to protect you. Now that’s what we call special.
#3 Dogs Never Come Home Drunk
In fact, going to the pub and having a drink would be hazardous to their health. Dogs would rather be by your side anyway. All. The. Time. That's why they howl and croon about their loneliness when you banish them to the backyard or the laundry room at night or a Crate.
#2 They Love to Snuggle
Dogs have no hidden agenda or ulterior motives while snuggling. Most dogs (let’s face it, all dogs) would snuggle with you practically all day long if you'd let them. But then again, who wouldn't want to snuggle up with the King OR Queen of the World?
#1 Dogs Are Always Happy to See You
If we’re going to be super honest, happy isn’t quite the word. Dogs are actually ecstatic to see you. It doesn't matter if you just stepped out for a quick errand or went on a 7-day vacation; your dog will always do a little dance of excitement and jump all over you upon your return. How many women OR men do that?
#5 Dogs Don’t Care if You’ve Put on Some Weight
That’s right. They don’t. They just love you, unconditionally. In fact, they might just enjoy a little more of you to snuggle up to. Basically, as long as you feed them, pet them, take them for walks and love them right back, your dog is going to think you are the King OR Queen of the World -- regardless of how much you weigh.
#4 Dogs Never Cheat
There's no need to dig through their stuff for secret love notes. And you're never going to come home to find him snuggled up to your hot next door neighbor (well, maybe, but it doesn’t mean anything). Dogs are supremely loyal to their masters. They’ll do anything to protect you. Now that’s what we call special.
#3 Dogs Never Come Home Drunk
In fact, going to the pub and having a drink would be hazardous to their health. Dogs would rather be by your side anyway. All. The. Time. That's why they howl and croon about their loneliness when you banish them to the backyard or the laundry room at night or a Crate.
#2 They Love to Snuggle
Dogs have no hidden agenda or ulterior motives while snuggling. Most dogs (let’s face it, all dogs) would snuggle with you practically all day long if you'd let them. But then again, who wouldn't want to snuggle up with the King OR Queen of the World?
#1 Dogs Are Always Happy to See You
If we’re going to be super honest, happy isn’t quite the word. Dogs are actually ecstatic to see you. It doesn't matter if you just stepped out for a quick errand or went on a 7-day vacation; your dog will always do a little dance of excitement and jump all over you upon your return. How many women OR men do that?
Saturday, May 3, 2014
SALE SATURDAY MAY 3
BUY 6 COOKIES FROM OUR K9 BAKERY, GET 1 FREE
25% OFF ALL BEDS AND CARRIERS
BUY A BOTTLE OF SHAMPOO, GET A SELF WASH FREE !
25% OFF ALL BEDS AND CARRIERS
BUY A BOTTLE OF SHAMPOO, GET A SELF WASH FREE !
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
CELEBRATE
top 10 tips for your pet on Earth Day
http://www.halopets.com/pet-education/pet-articles/top-ten-green-tips.html?utm_source=April+2014+Newsletter+-+Master+List&utm_campaign=March+Newsletter+2014+-+Master+List&utm_medium=email
http://www.halopets.com/pet-education/pet-articles/top-ten-green-tips.html?utm_source=April+2014+Newsletter+-+Master+List&utm_campaign=March+Newsletter+2014+-+Master+List&utm_medium=email
Monday, April 14, 2014
APRIL 15TH SALE
To relieve your tax burden, we're having a special one day sale.
April 15 - 15% off of everything w/ a few exceptions..... like pet foods, sale items, frontline.
We'll be open 9 am to 7 pm
April 15 - 15% off of everything w/ a few exceptions..... like pet foods, sale items, frontline.
We'll be open 9 am to 7 pm
Friday, April 4, 2014
HOW DO YOU TELL IT'S SPRING ?
Less bags of snow melt / salt and more bags of wild bird seed, sunflower seeds and more
Thursday, April 3, 2014
ADD THIS TO YOUR
DOGS DIET
http://moderndogmagazine.com/articles/try-it-5-terrific-toppers/52195
Things like flax seed, fish oil and more.
http://moderndogmagazine.com/articles/try-it-5-terrific-toppers/52195
Things like flax seed, fish oil and more.
Rabies clinic coming soon
Rabies clinic for dogs and cats coming
http://montclair.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/spring-2014-rabies-clinics-coming-to-montclair?ncid=newsltuspatc00000001&evar4=picks-4-post&newsRef=true
to Montclair, Verona & Cedar Grove
http://montclair.patch.com/groups/around-town/p/spring-2014-rabies-clinics-coming-to-montclair?ncid=newsltuspatc00000001&evar4=picks-4-post&newsRef=true
to Montclair, Verona & Cedar Grove
Thursday, March 27, 2014
HOUSETRAINING YOUR PUPPY - PLANET DOG
Wouldn’t it be great if our new pups came to us fully house-trained?
Many new owners expect that their eight- or nine-week-old pup will
somehow “know” to ask for the door when they have the urge to
eliminate. They puzzle over why their pup isn’t “getting it” and
providing some signal that they want to go outside. When you consider
that many pups leave their litters without ever having set foot outside
the whelping box, especially pups born in the winter months, you begin
to realize that you’ve got your work cut out for you when beginning
house-training. An understanding of how pups learn and how trainers
approach teaching is really helpful at the outset.
Finding Motivation
The first thing we need to consider when beginning house-training is MOTIVATION. If you can answer the question for your pup of “why should I?” then you are well on your way.
So... why SHOULD your pup eliminate outside vs. inside? Because something VERY GOOD and desirable happens 100% of the time when they eliminate in the right place, that’s why. And it’s up to you to provide that very good thing immediately after your pup eliminates outdoors.
You can figure out quite quickly what that very good thing is by testing out a few tidbits of delicious rewards at the outset of your relationship with him/her. Whichever food reward is most highly regarded by your pup is the one to set aside as THE potty reward. You will give this reward ONLY for pottying and you will give it 100% of the time IMMEDIATELY after your pup potties outside.
Your brilliant pup will very quickly pair that reward with the desired behavior - i.e. “When I pee/poop outside, I get chicken! I love chicken!” And this, my dear friends, is how we create motivation in a new pup so that they begin to ASK for the door when they get the urge to eliminate.
Creating a Routine
Routine is everything to new pups and they very quickly begin to understand the house rules and routines. Get into a routine at the beginning of ownership so that your pup can begin to anticipate what to expect.
You’ll want to take your eight- or nine-week-old pup out very frequently at first, maybe every 30 to 45 minutes. ALWAYS have your pup on a leash for potty breaks,
even if you have a fenced-in yard. Why? Because if your pup is on a
leash, it ensures that YOU are accompanying them to the potty area and
providing the rewards immediately.
Escort your pup to the same corner of the yard every time you take them out and use a code phrase to encourage elimination, such as “do your business” or “get busy”. At first, your pup won’t know what you are saying but with enough repetition, they will quickly catch on.
The scent on the ground in the potty area may also stimulate the desire to eliminate, ensuring that your pup “gets busy” more quickly. For those with a fenced-in yard, you can remove your pup’s leash AFTER they potty (and get their food reward) as a further reinforcement/reward for eliminating outside. Freedom to roam is a privilege reserved for AFTER successfully eliminating.
Still Having Issues?
If your pup is continuing to have accidents inside the house, there are a few things to consider.
Are you giving your pup too much freedom inside the house?
If they are eliminating when you aren’t looking or in hiding places
such as under the dining room table or behind the TV, then it’s likely
that they have too much room to roam. Tethering them to a stationary
object or keeping them on a leash attached to your wrist when inside the
house might be necessary those first few weeks.
Are you taking them out frequently enough? If your pup is having an accident 45 minutes after you’ve taken them out, then perhaps you need to take them out every 30 minutes for a few days and then begin to stretch out the length of time between potty sessions.
Is your pup drinking a lot of water? Noticing when and how much your pup drinks (and eats) is helpful in figuring out when to offer potty breaks. If something goes IN, then it’s likely something will need to be eliminated very soon!
What if your pup doesn’t go when offered an outdoor potty break?
If you feel your pup should have eliminated but hasn’t, then s/he isn’t given any freedom when you go back inside the house. This is a good time for a brief period in the crate, perhaps with a bone to gnaw or a rubber toy stuffed with peanut butter. Take the pup back outside in 20 minutes to try again, and increase freedom inside the home only if the pup has an empty bladder or has pooped successfully.
Setting Up Your Puppy's Crate for House Training
You can also set your crate up for house-training success by following a few simple rules during the first month or two in your home.
Finding Motivation
The first thing we need to consider when beginning house-training is MOTIVATION. If you can answer the question for your pup of “why should I?” then you are well on your way.
So... why SHOULD your pup eliminate outside vs. inside? Because something VERY GOOD and desirable happens 100% of the time when they eliminate in the right place, that’s why. And it’s up to you to provide that very good thing immediately after your pup eliminates outdoors.
You can figure out quite quickly what that very good thing is by testing out a few tidbits of delicious rewards at the outset of your relationship with him/her. Whichever food reward is most highly regarded by your pup is the one to set aside as THE potty reward. You will give this reward ONLY for pottying and you will give it 100% of the time IMMEDIATELY after your pup potties outside.
Your brilliant pup will very quickly pair that reward with the desired behavior - i.e. “When I pee/poop outside, I get chicken! I love chicken!” And this, my dear friends, is how we create motivation in a new pup so that they begin to ASK for the door when they get the urge to eliminate.
Creating a Routine
Routine is everything to new pups and they very quickly begin to understand the house rules and routines. Get into a routine at the beginning of ownership so that your pup can begin to anticipate what to expect.
Escort your pup to the same corner of the yard every time you take them out and use a code phrase to encourage elimination, such as “do your business” or “get busy”. At first, your pup won’t know what you are saying but with enough repetition, they will quickly catch on.
The scent on the ground in the potty area may also stimulate the desire to eliminate, ensuring that your pup “gets busy” more quickly. For those with a fenced-in yard, you can remove your pup’s leash AFTER they potty (and get their food reward) as a further reinforcement/reward for eliminating outside. Freedom to roam is a privilege reserved for AFTER successfully eliminating.
Still Having Issues?
If your pup is continuing to have accidents inside the house, there are a few things to consider.
Are you taking them out frequently enough? If your pup is having an accident 45 minutes after you’ve taken them out, then perhaps you need to take them out every 30 minutes for a few days and then begin to stretch out the length of time between potty sessions.
Is your pup drinking a lot of water? Noticing when and how much your pup drinks (and eats) is helpful in figuring out when to offer potty breaks. If something goes IN, then it’s likely something will need to be eliminated very soon!
What if your pup doesn’t go when offered an outdoor potty break?
If you feel your pup should have eliminated but hasn’t, then s/he isn’t given any freedom when you go back inside the house. This is a good time for a brief period in the crate, perhaps with a bone to gnaw or a rubber toy stuffed with peanut butter. Take the pup back outside in 20 minutes to try again, and increase freedom inside the home only if the pup has an empty bladder or has pooped successfully.
Setting Up Your Puppy's Crate for House Training
You can also set your crate up for house-training success by following a few simple rules during the first month or two in your home.
- First, the crate should only be large enough for your pup to walk in, turn around and lie down. Any extra space beyond that only provides a place for elimination without your pup having to lie in it.
- Secondly, the crate should not have any sort of pad, bed or liner in it for the first several weeks. Anything that can absorb urine will be counter to your house-training. So remove the blanket, towel or bed that you have been lining the crate with....for now.
Sunday, March 23, 2014
POISONING DOGS ?
There was and have been reportedly a case of dogs running in Mills reservation being poisoned, possibly thrown about by someone.
The dog in question that was reported to be poisoned turned out to have a tumor.
The dog in question that was reported to be poisoned turned out to have a tumor.
Thursday, March 20, 2014
video
A video of dogs drinking water in
slow motion
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2014/03/20/dog-drinking-slow-motion_n_4998715.html
slow motion
http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2014/03/20/dog-drinking-slow-motion_n_4998715.html
SALE at our store
The Most spectacular ! Biggest ! Greatest discount !
K9 coat and sweater sale
50% off
March 20 - March 23
NO exchanges or returns
K9 coat and sweater sale
50% off
March 20 - March 23
NO exchanges or returns
Saturday, March 15, 2014
WHAT'S GOING ON !
next time you're in the airport in San Francisco, check this out
http://www.flysfo.com/services-amenities/wag-brigade
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Today, Saturday, March 15, last call for PIG EARS @ $ 16 a dozen
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NEW in our store ! BLUE BUFFALO, BLUE WILDERNESS and ORIJEN. We also offer frequent buyer programs for all those foods.
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http://www.flysfo.com/services-amenities/wag-brigade
.........................
Today, Saturday, March 15, last call for PIG EARS @ $ 16 a dozen
............................
NEW in our store ! BLUE BUFFALO, BLUE WILDERNESS and ORIJEN. We also offer frequent buyer programs for all those foods.
...............................
Thursday, March 13, 2014
Tuesday, March 11, 2014
Friday, March 7, 2014
TOMORROW SATURDAY, MARCH 8th
Throw away the Farmers Almanac! Turn off the Weather Channel.
Stope by our store between 11am to 3pm and meet a Pet Food Expert.
Ask questions ! get samples ! Coupons ! and treats for the owners .
We'll be open reg hours 9am to 7 pm and the temps are supposed to be in the high 40's- low 50's
Stope by our store between 11am to 3pm and meet a Pet Food Expert.
Ask questions ! get samples ! Coupons ! and treats for the owners .
We'll be open reg hours 9am to 7 pm and the temps are supposed to be in the high 40's- low 50's
Monday, February 24, 2014
He's rescued dogs !
A story from NYPETS magazine about a photographer who has taken the rescue of dogs from being euthanized http://www.nypetsmagazine.com/site/all-articles/2014/01/01/rover-to-the-rescue
Tuesday, February 18, 2014
LOVE YOUR PET DAY
Did you know that Feb 20th is Love Your Pet Day.
This link
http://www.wellnesspetfood.com/blog/index.php/holidays/top-10-reasons-we-love-our-pets/#.UwO9ec41BzZ
are the top 10 reasons we love our pets
This link
http://www.wellnesspetfood.com/blog/index.php/holidays/top-10-reasons-we-love-our-pets/#.UwO9ec41BzZ
are the top 10 reasons we love our pets
Wednesday, February 12, 2014
WESTMINSTER DOG SHOW
Take a look
http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org/
It was held in NYC this past Monday and Tuesday.
Local Montclair Business owner, Greg Siner has a Irish Water Spaniel that won Best Sporting Group
Congrats !
http://www.westminsterkennelclub.org/
It was held in NYC this past Monday and Tuesday.
Local Montclair Business owner, Greg Siner has a Irish Water Spaniel that won Best Sporting Group
Congrats !
Friday, February 7, 2014
WHAT'S GOING ON
MUSHERS WAX FOR YOUR DOGS FEET. BETTER THEN BOOTS
VALUABLE DOLLARS OFF COUYPONS FOR ANNAMAET AND VERUS PET FOODS
SMALL DOG & CAT BEDS $ 29.
VALUABLE DOLLARS OFF COUYPONS FOR ANNAMAET AND VERUS PET FOODS
SMALL DOG & CAT BEDS $ 29.
Saturday, February 1, 2014
THE BIG GAME
Not watching the BIG Game on TV this Sunday???
There's always Animal Planet with The Puppy Bowl, Nat Geo with the Fish Bowl and Hallmark with the Kitten Bowl
There's always Animal Planet with The Puppy Bowl, Nat Geo with the Fish Bowl and Hallmark with the Kitten Bowl
Thursday, January 30, 2014
HOLIDAY TOYS AND COOKIES sale
ALL XMAS/HOLIDAY TOYS 50% OFF.
ALL K9 COOKIES FROM OUR BAKERY .50CENTS!
SALE ENDS MONDAY !
ALL K9 COOKIES FROM OUR BAKERY .50CENTS!
SALE ENDS MONDAY !
Thursday, January 23, 2014
CUTE PET PICTURES
take a look :)
http://www.peoplepets.com/people/pets/gallery/0,,20690969,00.html#21308035
http://www.peoplepets.com/people/pets/gallery/0,,20690969,00.html#21308035
HERBS THAT ARE GOOD FOR DOGS
Click this link from Modern Dog magazine
http://moderndogmagazine.com/gallery/herbs-are-good-dogs?slide=1
and shop local !
http://moderndogmagazine.com/gallery/herbs-are-good-dogs?slide=1
and shop local !
VALUABLE COUPONS
CLICK THIS LINK http://www.wellnesspetfood.com/blog/index.php/uncategorized/newsletter-coupon-printing-tips/#.UuGFwvtOlkh
There's a $ 1 off wellness cans & $ 3 off wellness dry both dog & cat. Print and bring in to our store to redeem.
Also tips and pet news.
There's a $ 1 off wellness cans & $ 3 off wellness dry both dog & cat. Print and bring in to our store to redeem.
Also tips and pet news.
Thursday, January 16, 2014
GET A STORY IN MODERN DOG MAGAZINE
Write a story/essay.. HOW I MET MY DOG
http://moderndogmagazine.com/last-lick-how-i-met-my-dog-essay-submission-rights-and-regulations
and if it wins, it will get published.
http://moderndogmagazine.com/last-lick-how-i-met-my-dog-essay-submission-rights-and-regulations
and if it wins, it will get published.
Saturday, January 11, 2014
PET FOODS! LEARN MORE FROM AN EXPERT !
ON JAN 18 AND FEB 15TH. Stop by our store to learn more about pet foods from an expert.
11am to 4pm...
Samples ! Coupons ! Refreshments !
11am to 4pm...
Samples ! Coupons ! Refreshments !
Friday, January 10, 2014
WAYS TO SAVE IF YOU HAVE SMALL ANIMALS ?????
We have lots of ways for you to save money if you own a small animal.
* Working with Oxbow, register with us. When you buy either a 5lb or 10lb bag of Oxbow guyinea Pig or Bunny food, BUY 6 of the same formula, same size and get the 7th FREE
* Buy 6, 15oz Oxbow timothy bags ( not all at one time ) and get the 7th FREE
* BUY 4, 40oz Oxbow Timothy at one time, pay $ 36 plus tax
* Working with Oxbow, register with us. When you buy either a 5lb or 10lb bag of Oxbow guyinea Pig or Bunny food, BUY 6 of the same formula, same size and get the 7th FREE
* Buy 6, 15oz Oxbow timothy bags ( not all at one time ) and get the 7th FREE
* BUY 4, 40oz Oxbow Timothy at one time, pay $ 36 plus tax
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