Show Your Dog Love On Valentine’s Day
Pet owners receive unconditional love from their furry friends, and Valentine’s Day is a great time to show appreciation while keeping it safe. Here are some tips (and treats) to offering your pet the best Valentine’s Day yet:
Safety First!
Chocolate, Cellophane, Decorations – Many of us will be spoiled with chocolates on Valentine’s Day, but chocolate is a fatal hazard to dog’s and should be stored in a safe place. If you indulge in sweets that are wrapped in plastic cellophane, be sure to dispose of the wrapper immediately to avoid risk of your pooch mistaking it for a tasty treat. Likewise, any balloons, ribbons, or other various decorations should not be accessible to your furry friend.
Flowers – Place floral arrangements out of your puppy’s reach; different plants and flowers can make your pooch sick if ingested, or even be fatal, so admire your flowers from afar.
Candles and Cocktails – Candles are a great mood setter for a relaxing night, but don’t forget to blow out any candles before leaving the room. Leaving lit candles unattended can burn your buddy or create a fire. Beverages containing alcohol should be enjoyed safely and then cleaned up; alcohol consumed by pets can lead to comas and respiratory failure.
Love Always, Your Owner:
1. Essence Dog Harness B – This soft, heart patterned jacket style dog harness is not only festive (and adorable year round), but it’s comfortable on your pooch during walks. (We also carry an Essence Dog Harness A style and a separate matching Essence Dog Lead to complete the look)
2. Heart Felt Moppy Tug Dog Toy – Celebrate Valentine’s Day with a pink heart toy that is perfect for pulling, tugging, snuggling, and chewing.
3. Love and Rock Thermal Dog Tee – This adorable dog shirt features a cool heart tattoo print with a studded double felt heart appliqué that will have them looking as loved as they feel!
3 Children Friendly Dog Breeds
Bringing a dog into your home is an exciting (but big) step. If you have any children, or plan to, then there is much consideration that should go into picking out that perfect furry friend for the family. If properly trained, any dog is capable of being a great canine companion with children, but these breeds are exceptionally great considerations when on the search:
1. Labrador Retriever – The Labrador Retriever is a popular dog breed that comes in three different coat colors – golden, black, and chocolate. They are categorized as medium-sized canines that possess a solid athletic build. Labradors have a standing reputation for being smart and gentle dogs with great tolerance and patience; they love their family and maintain low-aggression. They are easily trained, their grooming requirements aren’t overwhelming (just keep their coats healthy with a dog brush), and they are highly good-natured. A Labrador needs a fair amount of exercise, and energetic kids love to play around with the friendly breed.
2. Border Collie – Everybody knows Lassie, the lovable can
ine companion to child character, Timmy. While Lassie may have just been a Border Collie who was acting, the Border Collie breed is actually a great breed with kids. Collies are muscular canines with a medium-sized structure and a dense coat that comes in a variety of different colors. A Border Collie is very intelligent and can be easily trained. Like the Labrador, a Collie needs a fair amount of exercise (kids are great with helping out in that department).
3. Beagles – Snoopy is a happy cartoon Beagle that hangs around with the Peanuts kids, and a Beagle is actually a great choice of breed for your own peanut(s). Their sturdy compact size and affectionate personality make them a sought after breed. They come in various colors with a medium length coat that isn’t strenuous to upkeep. Beagles learn easily and are dedicated canines. Beagles have lots of energy that needs to burn off and children are happy to assist; keep dog toys available for necessary play time.
5 Ways to Spoil Your Pooch for Under $10
Save yourself some money while making your pooch happy! Here at DoggieVogue.com you don’t have to break the bank on some fun items for your furry friend – just a little goes a long way. Check out our five featured items you can snag that cost under ten bucks:
1. Romeo Bows Set of Four $2.99 – Have fun adding a stylish touch to your pup’s look with these casually cute dog bows.
2. Anti-Skid Dog Bowl $2.99-$9.99 – Your canine loves food and water. Make your hungry hound a happy hound with a new set of dog bowls.
3. Gold’s Gym Flying Discs for Dogs $2.99 – Get Fido in on some gym action with this Gold’s Gym Frisbee that is sure to entertain your pooch while exercising their muscles.
4. Dog Food Lids $1.49 – Keep extra dog food fresh with a set of dog food lids that fit over your canine’s leftover meal so it can be enjoyed later. Your pup will agree: no food should go to waste.
5. Boing Dog Balls $7.99 – Treat your dog to a sporty plush dog ball that makes a “boing” noise, your furry friend will stay amused for hours!
Exercising Your Dog’s Mind and Muscles Indoors
Dog Toys: Happy Dogs Make Happy Holidays
Dog Toys: Play Time!
What animal doesn’t love to play? Dogs are itching to romp around so much they are willing to chase their own tail. Spare them the boredom and pick out the perfect dog toys for your pup to enjoy. In today’s world the canine has quite a variety of playthings to choose from, including the traditional ropes, plush dog toys, and balls that guarantee an enjoyable time. Other options offer fun with discs, vinyl toys, and chew toys. When deciding what suits your pal best, remember to take the size and scent into account, some dogs are more particular with their toys than others. Instead of overloading your pup with multiple toys at once, give limited options until they find their favorite one – it is promised to give them hours of amusement. Investing in something you can play with together, such as a ball or Frisbee, is always beneficial for bonding time with your friend, as well as exercise for you both. What are you waiting for? Happiness for you and your friend is right around the corner.
Exercise for Both Dogs and Owners
Staying is shape is an issue that millions of people struggle with daily. What most people don’t consider along with that subject is the health of their dogs as well. Overweight dogs, much like people, can struggle with diabetes, damage to joints, bones, and ligaments, heart disease and many more devastating health problems. Many consider their dogs a part of the family, so we must make sure we take care of their health just like we would a family member. With these few simple exercise tips, you and your dog can become healthier and stay in shape while having fun together!
The simplest form of exercise for your dog is fetch. Most dogs absolutely love the idea of chasing their toys and bringing it back for another throw. It gets your furry friend running, and jumping, while not even realizing they are getting a work out. Our Grriggles Flyers Dog Toys come in a variety of colors and are not only fun to chase, but fun to chew as well. Their nylon and rope design make these toys durable for even the strongest chewers. To include a little exercise for you as well, try throwing these in an open field or dog park and moving around with your dog. With football season quickly approaching, get into the spirit and play a family game of football, including your dog! These Air Kong Squeaker Footballs are perfect for a game of doggie football and they even float! Don’t forget to dress your dog in the part as well with our new NFL Dog Apparel. You can outfit your dog in your favorite team jersey, or simply a collar and leash for walks as well.
If sports and fetch aren’t your dog’s favorite activities, you can try a number of other things as well! Simply long, brisk walks can go a long way with getting you and your fur baby in shape. Try taking different routes, providing your dog with new sights and smells to keep them busy and entertained. Taking an obedience class together is also a great way to get moving, and learn new tricks in the mean time. These classes not only provide great skills, but socialize your dog with others as well. With these quick and easy exercise tips, both you and your pup can lead healthy, happier lives.
Entertaining Your Dog During Long Summer Days
Keeping your dog entertained during those long summer days while you’re working can be a daunting task. Many dog owners can feel guilty about leaving their furry friend home alone all day, especially when the weather starts getting nicer. The sun is shining, the skies are blue, and your dog is pouting in the window. Hopefully these few simple ideas can help keep both you and your pet happy during those long days at the office. The best way to keep a dog from destructive behavior while alone is to make sure they get proper exercise before you head out for the day. Although it may not sound fun waking up an hour earlier, getting up and walking the dog before you leave can provide great exercise for both you and your pet. With a morning walk, dogs will be more inclined to lounge for awhile after you leave to recover from their exercise, much like humans. This can really take the “edge” off their morning eagerness and excitement of a new day.
Another way to keep your fur baby entertained during what may seem like an endless day at work is to leave them an activity to do. A new dog toy can provide activity and entertainment for your pup to pass the time. One toy that may stand out above the others is the Satellites Dog Toy . This rubber toy by Grrigles® is built tough to withstand even the toughest of chewers and can be stuffed with treats to provide an extra challenge for your pet. There are also toys such as the Fruity Dog Ropes that provide a sturdy cotton rope infused with fruity flavors to keep your dog chewing for hours.
For the dogs that just can’t go the whole day being alone, try asking a neighbor or friend to stop in to give your dog some much welcomed attention, or even a walk. If your dog is good with children and well behaved you can even ask one of the neighborhood kids if they would like a job walking your dog during the day. This provides your dog with a mid-afternoon walk as well as giving a neighborhood kid a little summer spending money. Just make sure they are well informed about your dog’s behavior and are old enough to handle the responsibility and size of your dog. Also, if your dog cannot stand being alone, you can always try leaving on a radio or TV to provide some background noise so they don’t feel so isolated. With the help of these few, easy ideas, your dog can stay happy and entertained while alone during those summer days. Hopefully they will help ease the guilt about leaving your fur baby alone as well!
Tough Dog Toys for High Powered Play
Dog toys aren’t only for entertainment. Dog toys offer exercise and interaction, as well as a variety of dental benefits. Toys spend a lot of time in your dog’s mouth. They are constantly chewed on and worked over the teeth and this process actually works as an abrasive to loosen plaque, reduce the build up of tarter, massage gums and strengthen jaws and teeth.
The problem is that many dog toys aren’t made for serious wear. Aggressive chewers can go through an average toy in no time, leaving small pieces that, if ingested, could seriously harm your dog. This also hurts your wallet; dog toys are not cheap. If your dog is a serious chewer, you need something much stronger. Many people think that because a toy is made for dogs, that it is safe. This is not always true.
Tough By Nature Dog Toys are durable, safe, and long lasting. They are made of 100% rubber and can withstand much abuse and still keep going. They come in many varieties and sizes that your dog will love. They are made of hard, durable rubber and come in odd shapes and sizes to produce an irregular bounce and have a squeaker that will drive your dog wild. They toys are a worthy adversary of the toughest chewer.
