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DOG & PUPPY TRAVEL: Safe in Any Vehicle
For small dogs on short road trips, hand-held designer carriers make a nice fashion accessory when resting on your lap. Long trip planned? Some carriers have docking bases just like those for infants.
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Guest Dog Articles by Debbie Readinger
How to Travel Safe With a Dog in Any Vehicle - Keep Car Seat Clean and Pets Safe
"Get back in the car, puppers" you say to your dog while waiting at the bank drive-thru window. He knows there's a treat with his name on it as the bank teller smiles and asks, "How many?" Sure, it's adorable. For the teller. She doesn't know when you pull away you'll be in a fender bender at the next intersection. Dog wasn't confined, distracted your view, and so you smashed into the car in front.
Wouldn't it be safer to restrain your pet? Dog crates are portable and not that difficult to set up in the back of the vehicle. Fold open the soft mesh or metal wire panels and you're hooked up, ready to go. For small dogs on short road trips, hand-held designer carriers make a nice fashion accessory when resting on your lap. Long trip planned? Some carriers have docking bases just like those for infants.
Must see, too? For window view, a car seat booster elevates dogs up to 40 pounds. Straps secure your pup into place or boost up from the bottom. Find car seats designed with storage areas for accessories. Soft, padded cushion lines the interior for a restful ride. Safety leashes and seat belt harness connection allows for easy in - easy out plus no more escape worries.
Upholstery is a mess again. Your turn to clean it. Enough of draggin' out the vacuum to suck up all the dog hair left behind. A car seat cover for the vehicle is the wisest investment a pet owner can make. We tried using a blanket, did not work out so well. Several styles to fit your front seat and backseat, even a hammock design. Keep mud outside where it belongs with mats and fitted liners for the cargo area of your van, wagon, or SUV.
Vehicle barriers offer your pet a cabin area of their own, giving privacy to driver and passengers. Contain dogs and dirt. Different styles are available, including tubular wire, wire mesh, and net. Responsible owners know we don't leave the pets in there for too long, especially in extreme temps, right?
Next time you visit the bank drive-thru, have your precious puppers safely confined in your vehicle. The teller will still ask "How many?" over the barks in the back.
Dog Ramps, Pet Steps-Stairs - Hassle-Free Mobility?
Mobility issues frustrate even the best of dog owners. Older or disabled dog not getting around very well? Small breed can't seem to jump high enough to reach your lap? Many times we feel helpless to correct what seems to be a lifestyle adjustment with our canine. Navigation doesn't have to be difficult if you use dog ramps or pet steps/stairs.
You're leaving AGAIN? Without the dog? That home-bored 4year old puppy wants to be with you. Whether you're out on the lake for a boat ride, swimming in the neighbor's gorgeous inground pool while they're away on vacation, or simply road trip driving somewhere - anywhere.
Oh sure, we understand. Transport problems are a hassle. And that's just getting out of the house. Getting in and out of the vehicle slows us down and strains the older senior citizen canine. It's just easier to leave 'em home. Left behind, once more. How many years do we get to enjoy our pets? Let's get 'em out for some fresh air and some entertainment, being handicapped is no excuse to be alone.
Dog Ramps - for the ins and outs. Portable ramps help to get a wet dog on dry turf after a dip in the water. Assist any breed, any age especially the elderly senior citizens, in and out of the car, truck, or SUV. And last but not least, make the home elevation so much easier with a dog who has joint pain and leg trauma. No more lifting.
Pet Steps/Stairs - for the ups and downs. Attention small, medium, large paws: Height nor age is thine enemy so stop whining for a pick me up and put me down. Dog handler demand soon leaves the dedicated tired and sore. Owners, why do this to yourselves? Independence can now be yours and theirs. Furniture can be climbed, permission granted or not. Yes, you can still pet travel. Loader type vehicle and trailer steps are foldable.
New puppy owners look toward the experienced for insight. Prevention for the breeds known with hip history is worth noting here. We don't want to take away exercise and create lazy pets. We want to prevent potential repetition danger to joints. Ours included. This is what dog ramps and pet steps/stairs can offer you and your puppers.
Dog Clothes and Accessories - Fashion Apparel Too Fun For Owners
What started with a desire to be unique transformed into an almost disbelief. Fashion designers take dog apparel to levels of luxury. Trendy style or versatile attire, clothes for canine can be as creative as the owner's imagination. Cute sports clothes for boys, and dresses for the girls. Oh, yes. We are too are exploring the world of fashion apparel for puppy and dog, big or small.
Just received the dog clothes gift certificate. Who's the gift for? There's a wedding in the planner, formal outfits with tails included. Accessories? Yes, ordered the shoes, hairpins, jewelry. Changing at the reception into a funny t-shirt. When the party moves to the outdoors, grab raincoats. Swan-filled ponds are made for bathing only when wearing this fashion season's swimming suit.
When it's all been shaking the boots are coming off at the pet friendly hotel. Must get up early for a walk with the happy couple. What to wear? Just toss in the stylish vest with the matching leash. Pack the loungewear pajamas please 'cause this dog's tired and taking the bed.
So many clothes, so little time. What? The holidays can't be already? Here's the list, a fancy leather collar and a new coat. Not the dog hair, silly, the warm coats found online. When shopping for the masquerade ball, remember last year's hotdog costume was not funny. Think adorable and comfortable and maybe it won't be shredded this year. Remember to order that fabulous designer sweater for the family portrait from the posh boutique.
What's that? You say that you're not up to date on the haute? Don't fret. Accessories make the mutt. Every owner must begin somewhere; that somewhere starts with the basics. Don't just buy a collar - order fancy. Dogs are made for walkin'- add a matching lead or your stylish intentions will be for not. Do the hair ladies; decorate with sparkly crystals if you want.
Look at the shirts only when you're ready. Why? Once you've ordered one there's no looking back. Before you know it, you'll be saving webpages into your favorites to visit again later.
Who's dogs are spoiled? Shhh. They don't know they're ANIMALS. And so what if they are. Owners are having too much fun collecting clothes.
Reasons To Breed Your Dog? Why you should NOT spay or neuter your puppy
Why you should NOT spay or neuter your puppy.
1. Have litters to Make Money.
2. Duplicate: Requests for puppies/want another dog just like this one. No sir, no "unwanted puppies" here.
3. The experience. Simply LOVE puppies.
Now that we have your attention. Let's be sure you want to breed a litter of puppies and some facts that tag along with the responsibility. Your first responsibility is to have a waiting list in hand of buyers. No plan of action? Take a moment to think this through. Do you want to sell your pups below their value should you not have customers? Puppies not taken will end up where, the rescue shelters know.
#1. Make Money. What's that? You're just a backyard breeder looking for a few extra bucks on the side? Hmm. Do you understand the expenses involved? Proper facility, vet bills (and what if there are medical complications), food, advertising, etc.
a. Can you really handle Stud: Show Quality is what you're after, 'ey? Thinkin' the little guy has stud muffin potential? Offering improvement benefits to the greater good of the breed should only be the very best males. This includes the expected health as well as temperament, confirmation. Knowing that an owner of a female has a choice of top males, do you know what your boy has to offer? Proper evaluation by qualified, top competition show ring judges? Medical certified for hips, eyes and all tests clear? Are you certain about temperament?
b. Bestest Female: All virtuous, standard quality. No faults. Check again with unbiased, reputable breeders in the know. Double check on that health and temperament. Vet visit for x-rays, eyes, breed-related issues, needed shots or vitamins. Get ready for a stud fee when your little girl is in season, possibly a boarding fee, too. Know in advance any stud related details so there are no surprises. After your female has bred you'll want to vet visit, unexpected medical emergencies or not, to prevent infection. Puppies will also need a vet visit at 6 weeks old. You will want to price the pups according to their grading before their departure date.
c. What education can you provide your puppy takers? Answering any questions with helpful advice on housetraining, food. Demonstrate proper grooming techniques. Offer recommendation for obedience training, tips for housebreaking. Is a pedigree/registration form expected from you?
#2. Duplication of thee most perfect pet on the planet. From experience, no two are the exactly the same, sorry. Are you prepared for the list of excuses you may hear as to why dedicated puppy takers are backing out, leaving you stuck with how many "promised" puppies?
#3. Who doesn't LOVE puppies, I mean, really. Thing is, Responsibility and Mess come with the territory. Plan to spend dedicated time on some serious care taking. Mama stops cleaning after the little ones and you clean them off. Sanitary conditions are vital; you clean the whelping box area and anything that comes in contact with the pups. Feeding times are your responsibility. You will essentially be a fur kid parent similar to having a newborn human baby in the house. No long periods of time away unless you have an experienced puppy sitter you can depend upon.
Ask yourself now, "Is it I who wants to breed puppies?" Rather than, after the fact, "Why, oh why, did I breed these puppies??" because of the overwhelming task.
Leave breeding to the professionals. Spay or neuter your dog: Prevent unwanted puppies.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Debbie Readinger is the Webmaster of ForDogOwners.com
www.puppy-dogs.info
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