Snowy goes to heaven

It is with much sadness that I write on this blog. My dearest friend, Snowy, passed away in September 2012. It was such a horrible year for me. My step dad also passed away, my mother had a brain aneurysm , brain surgery, stroke ... and then poor Snowy. I think of her all the time. My friend says I'm only processing it all now...probably. I stayed up with Snowy on her last night, giving her cuddles and talking to her. Telling her how much I loved her and how she has been such a good little girl. She is forever in my heart!!!! And I miss her EVERY DAY. Love you Snowy xo

 

How to stop your dog barking at other dogs when on a walk

I've started this new method while walking Candy. I keep some treats in my hand, I use Smackos. I'm watching to see when other dogs come our way and just at that moment when Candy sees the other dog, I get  her to sit and I give her tiny pieces of the Smackos strip. I stand in front of her so as to block her view of the other dog walking past. The other dog could be on our side or on the other side of the road, it doesn't matter. When the other dog has passed, I praise Candy and we continue on. No barking. This used to be a very stressful time for me every time we went for a walk, but this method seems to be working.
Cheers
Christine

Candy's New Toy

Australia's Fattest Dog

Samson, a black labrador retriever in Melbourne, is working with veterinarians after his owners brought him to a clinic to lose weight. He weighed in at 85kg. Can you believe it!

http://au.tv.yahoo.com/sunrise/video/-/watch/25714699/australias-fattest-dog/

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Recent research indicates that the key to a happy ...

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Recent research indicates that the key to a happy ...: "Dogs: Socialisation Recently I read an article about the importance of socialisation with dogs. I have copied it here for you. Recent rese..."

Recent research indicates that the key to a happy and well behaved dog is socialisation

Dogs: SocialisationRecently I read an article about the importance of socialisation with dogs. I have copied it here for you.

Recent research indicates that the key to a happy and well behaved dog is socialisation. Socialisation along with basic training can even save dogs’ lives, reducing the likelihood of a dog ending up in a rescue shelter or being euthanised due to behavioural problems.

Leading animal behaviouralist, Dr Kersti Seksel says that “the vast majority of dogs entering rescue are happy, healthy pets and the most common behaviour issue found in rescue dogs is simply a lack of basic training”.

The most common age for a dog to be surrendered for rehoming is around six months to two years of age, which is when they have moved past the cute puppy stage and into the troublesome teen years. Proper socialisation reduces the likelihood of behavioural problems and is necessary for all dogs, no matter how sweet natured they are as puppies.
Socialisation involves taking part in activities that introduce a dog to a variety of experiences. This needs to take place in a positive and safe environment so dogs learn how to be a confident and friendly, well behaved member of society. (High St Road Animal Hospital).

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Snowy had a growth removed

A Blog About my Two Dogs: Snowy had a growth removed: "Snowy recently had a growth removed from under her lip. It had doubled in size over a 3 month period and looked very red and dangerous. The..."