I have seen people riding their bike holding on to a dog leash with their dog happily running along side their owner. I have always thought “that is dangerous”. Sure, the dog is out for a run, but how safe is it?
I received an email from a man in Oregon, Mark Schuette. He has invented an awesome way for your dog to go for a run with you, a dog powered scooter or a dog powered recumbent trike. Mark says it is best for medium to large sized high drive athletic dogs. It is also appropriate for blind and deaf dogs. Mark has also done a few trikes for handicapped people and wounded war veterans with service dogs.
Originally posted January 2009 about this super cool elephant dog relationship. Our dog, Maggie wished she had an elephant friend.
Maggie’s cousin Jessica (she’s a human) sent us a great email about an elephant and a dog. This is so cool. Tara and Bella are very close friends. Bella is a stray dog that found a home in an elephant sanctuary. They are absolutely inseparable. You have to see this amazing story found on CBS News – Assignment America. This Animal Odd Couple Story is a must see video.
Aren’t elephants amazing. Do you want to learn more about the Elephant Sanctuary? The Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee, founded in 1995, is the nation’s largest natural-habitat refuge developed specifically for the care of African and Asian elephants. Discover more information on the FAQ page.
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Guest Blog Post by: Kaytie Elizabeth Pascale, Writer
Happy adopted dog.
Thinking about adopting your first dog?
Congratulations are in order—it’s an adventure and a relationship with an
animal that will provide a companionship that’s unmatched. However, making the
decision to adopt a dog is a huge life decision, and before you finalize it,
there are numerous things to consider and understand before committing to this
journey.
Expenses
Before you make the decision to adopt your first dog, you need to determine a few of the basic costs, including the expenses of properly caring for a dog. One of the basic needs of any animal is food. Calculate the cost of food and research how much you’ll need to feed your dog as it gets older and bigger. Many people can overfeed their dog, which may lead to health problems in the future.
Vet bills and medical care are another expense
you need to account for. You may want to look at the option and price out pet
insurance, but make sure you budget for annual check-ups and vaccines,
potential injuries and illness, and an increase in medical care as your dog
ages and needs additional care.
In addition to the cost of basic needs, dogs need mental stimulation to keep them happy and prevent undesirable behavior. Be prepared to invest in toys that will keep them mentally stimulated and engaged during the day. You may also want to think about hiring a pet sitter to come to the house to play with them or take them on walks during the day if you work long hours. Another option to check out could be doggie day camp to give them the physical and mental stimulation and outlet they need, while also promoting social interaction.
When any of our dogs have had health problems, we of course want to do whatever we can to give them the very best medical care. Can you imagine how you would feel if you learned your dog was going blind? Sadly, Our friends Brett and Hillary are dealing with this heartbreaking ordeal in their family. We have known Hillary since she was a young girl and were thrilled to see her get married to her loving husband and bring into their family two cute little Boston Terrier Dogs, Gin and Tonic. We recently heard that 3 year old Gin needs cataract surgery. Poor little Gin wants to play with her brother, Tonic, like she used to before her eyes developed severe cataracts.
We are reaching out to our readers to ask for your help. Hillary and Brett have set up a GoFundMe page to help with the expense of the cataract surgery. Please consider a small donation. I know every little bit will help.
Julie, Murry, and Blue Belle – DogBlog – A Dog’s Eye View
By: Blue Belle Walton, Canine Contributor
DogBlog: A Dog’s Eye View
Hi there dog lovers, Blue Belle here, canine dog blog contributor, grateful rescued dog, and tail wagging happy member of a furever family.
My family wanted me to talk to you about a very serious issue. Today my mom gave me a new collar. She said that this could actually save my life. What is so special about my new collar? It has a feature that makes it come apart if I get my collar caught, so I don’t get strangled. My new collar is a PetSafe® KeepSafe® Break-Away Collar. Isn’t it pretty. I really like it. My mom listened to a video interview from the women who created it. She invented this collar after she lost her dog Chinook, to a collar strangulation accident. How terrible! You can see the video below.
The collar features a patented break-away safety buckle that releases when pressure is applied or it gets caught on something, allowing it to fall off harmlessly and reduce the risk of strangulation or injury to the pet. The KeepSafe collar also has a metal D-ring on each side of the breakaway buckle, which can be used to attach ID tags and can also be clipped together with a leash so pet parents can safely walk their dogs using the collar.
We didn’t even know that this was a risk, but my mom heard about the Educational Campaign to Protect Pets from Collar Strangulation Accidents . They call it Collar Safety Awareness Week. We think everyone should help get out the word. Mom said it is urgent to make everyone aware of this safety issue. So listen up, people. Please pass this along. I know your dog will thank you.
Collar Related Injuries
Over 19 million dogs wear collars everyday
More than 26,000 collar related injuries happen each year
71 incidents per day
More than 50% of pet professionals have experienced a collar related incident in pets
Common Causes of Dog Collar Incidents
Play Biting
Deck Slats
Fences
Crates
Heating/Cooling Vents
Shrubs/Bushes
The first annual Collar Safety Awareness Week, October 18-24, 2015, is being launched to educate the public about the risks of strangulation and dangers of traditional collars as part of National Animal Safety and Protection Month.
PetSafe® Interviews Tenney Mudge, Inventor of KeepSafe Collar
PetSafe® Collar Safety Awareness
Blue Belle’s Message to All Dogs and Their Family’s PROTECT YOUR PET WITH A SAFE COLLAR.
Dog Treat Review By: Blue Belle, DogBlog Canine Contibutor
A Dog’s Eye View
Canine Vacation – Road Trip
Blue Belle here, your dog blog canine contributor. There are two things I absolutely love – going for a ride in the car on a super vacation and snacking on yummy dog treats. My FurEver family took me on a great vacation to beautiful Washington State. We saw rocky mountains and stayed at our favorite pet friendly motel , The Aster Inn, in Cle Elum. We saw a cool waterfall at Snoqualmie Falls, and fields of flowers in the Skagit Valley. We even saw some funny looking kritters.
Nutro Ultra Dog Biscuits and Our Vacation
I must say my favorite part of the trip was eating the scrumpdillyicious dog treats from Nutro Ultra – All Natural Biscuits with Wild BlueBerry and Pomegranate. How did I get to experience such fine delights, you ask. Well let me tell you.
The doorbell rang, I barked (of course). Julie and I went to the door to see a delivery box left on the step. The parcel was from Chewy.com, one of my favorite websites for dog treats. We brought the package in before the stupid squirrels could even think of coming to investigate. I sniffed the box – ooh something smelled so good. Julie opened the box and sure thing, it really did smell good. It smelled like blue berries!
Nutro Ultra Wild Blueberry Dog Treats Arrive
We decided they were the perfect treat to bring on our fun-filled doggie adventure to the great northwest. Every time we opened the package to snatch a treat, we would get a whiff of delicious wild blueberry and pomegranate. The aroma would fill the car and we would smile. So glad we chose to bring these treats on our fun and furry vacation. I totally think you and your pup will enjoy these flavorful dog biscuits, and if you can swing it, hop in your car and take your family on a trip to the Northwest.
Here’s what my dad, Murry, has to say about the biscuits: “I liked the dog treats because Blue Belle really loved them, and I like the smell of them. They smell so good, I even wanted to eat them. The Nutro Ultra Biscuits are easy to break apart, about the size of a quarter. They really get the attention of your dog. One of my main concerns is feeding my pet good quality food and treats. These treats have lots of antioxidants and a blend of three different kinds of protein, which is ideal for your dog. So I would highly recommend them.”
Here is the scoop about the All Natural Biscuits Nutro Ultra
Nutro Ultra All-Natural Biscuits are made with super-premium whole foods to promote the health and well-being of your dog. The unique blend of nutrient-dense, superfood ingredients delivers superior functional benefits to your dog’s vitality. These Wild Blueberry & Pomegranate Antioxidant Blend Dog Biscuits don’t just taste great, they serve a function too. Because blueberries and pomegranate are naturally loaded with powerful, cleansing antioxidants, these treats help support your dog’s immune system, heart health and longevity.
