Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Send A Free New Year's Card and Help Sheltered Dogs
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Sunday, December 20, 2009
All Natural Wheatless Tuna Biscuits Dog Treats
Wheatless Tuna Biscuits - Dog Food Recipe
* 1 cup yellow cornmeal
* 1 cup oatmeal
* 1/4 tsp. baking powder
* 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
* 1 small can tuna in oil , undrained
* 1/3 cup water
Grind oatmeal in processor to make a coarse flour. Set aside in small bowl. In food processor, blend tuna with the oil, and water then add all the rest of ingredient. Pulse until mixture forms a ball, Pulse to knead for 2-3 minutes. Knead on floured surface till it forms a soft ball of dough. Roll out to a 1/8"-1/4" thickness. Cut into shapes. Bake on lightly greased cookie sheet, at 350 for 20-25 minutes. Cool completely.
* 1 cup yellow cornmeal
* 1 cup oatmeal
* 1/4 tsp. baking powder
* 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
* 1 small can tuna in oil , undrained
* 1/3 cup water
Grind oatmeal in processor to make a coarse flour. Set aside in small bowl. In food processor, blend tuna with the oil, and water then add all the rest of ingredient. Pulse until mixture forms a ball, Pulse to knead for 2-3 minutes. Knead on floured surface till it forms a soft ball of dough. Roll out to a 1/8"-1/4" thickness. Cut into shapes. Bake on lightly greased cookie sheet, at 350 for 20-25 minutes. Cool completely.
Sunday, December 13, 2009
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Monday, November 23, 2009
Safe Holiday Tips For Your Dog
A little turkey is OK for dogs if you watch out for small bones (and avoid the fat and skin.)
When serving the turkey, be very careful that no bites with little bones in them get given to your doggy. Roasted bird bones are especially brittle and dangerous. So, if you do feed your dog a little turkey, make sure you cut across the grain to make sure no bones are embedded in the meat.
Beware the dark meat (the part dogs like most) - those drumsticks are filled with sharp bones. And never, ever give your dog the cooked carcass to finish off, no matter how big he is. Nothing could be more dangerous for your dog to eat.
As with everything healthy, moderation.
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When serving the turkey, be very careful that no bites with little bones in them get given to your doggy. Roasted bird bones are especially brittle and dangerous. So, if you do feed your dog a little turkey, make sure you cut across the grain to make sure no bones are embedded in the meat.
Beware the dark meat (the part dogs like most) - those drumsticks are filled with sharp bones. And never, ever give your dog the cooked carcass to finish off, no matter how big he is. Nothing could be more dangerous for your dog to eat.
As with everything healthy, moderation.
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Monday, November 16, 2009
Signs Your Dog May Have the Parvo Virus
Signs Your Dog May Have the Parvo Virus
Parvo can exist in the Cardiac (less common) or Intestinal.
Cardiac attacks the heart muscle and is more common in puppies. My puppy had this form and had difficulty breathing and almost died. The Cardiac form can cause dogs that survive this disease to have scarring in their heart muscle, mine was lucky and had no long term affects.
Intestinal – This form of the Parvo virus causes extreme damage to the intestinal tract. Most dogs that contract this are less than 1 year old and between 6 and 20 weeks old (before the full set of vaccinations are given)
Some signs of intestinal Parvo are:
-Lethargy
-High fever
-Depression
-Loss of Appetite
-Vomiting
-Diarrhea- Bloody and foul smelling
Signs of Parvo usually appear from 3 to 10 days after your dog has been exposed. See a Veterinarian immediatly.
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Parvo can exist in the Cardiac (less common) or Intestinal.
Cardiac attacks the heart muscle and is more common in puppies. My puppy had this form and had difficulty breathing and almost died. The Cardiac form can cause dogs that survive this disease to have scarring in their heart muscle, mine was lucky and had no long term affects.
Intestinal – This form of the Parvo virus causes extreme damage to the intestinal tract. Most dogs that contract this are less than 1 year old and between 6 and 20 weeks old (before the full set of vaccinations are given)
Some signs of intestinal Parvo are:
-Lethargy
-High fever
-Depression
-Loss of Appetite
-Vomiting
-Diarrhea- Bloody and foul smelling
Signs of Parvo usually appear from 3 to 10 days after your dog has been exposed. See a Veterinarian immediatly.
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Tuesday, November 10, 2009
All Natural Cheese Multi-Grain Dog Biscuits - Dog Treat Recipe
Cheese Multi-Grain Dog Biscuits - Dog Food Recipe
1 cup uncooked Oatmeal
1/4 cup butter or bacon drippings
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 cups hot water
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup powdered Milk
1 cup wheat germ
4 oz (1 cup) grated cheese
3 cups whole wheat flour
In large bowl pour hot water over oatmeal and butter/bacon drippings; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in powdered milk, grated cheese, egg. Add cornmeal and wheat germ. Mix well. Add flour, 1/3 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Knead 3-4 minutes, adding more flour if necessary to make a very stiff dough. Pat or roll dough to 1/2" thickness. Cut into shapes and place on a greased baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour at 300F. Turn off heat and dry in oven for 1 1/2 hours or longer. Makes approximately 2 1/4 pounds
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1 cup uncooked Oatmeal
1/4 cup butter or bacon drippings
1 egg, beaten
1 1/2 cups hot water
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup powdered Milk
1 cup wheat germ
4 oz (1 cup) grated cheese
3 cups whole wheat flour
In large bowl pour hot water over oatmeal and butter/bacon drippings; let stand for 5 minutes. Stir in powdered milk, grated cheese, egg. Add cornmeal and wheat germ. Mix well. Add flour, 1/3 cup at a time, mixing well after each addition. Knead 3-4 minutes, adding more flour if necessary to make a very stiff dough. Pat or roll dough to 1/2" thickness. Cut into shapes and place on a greased baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour at 300F. Turn off heat and dry in oven for 1 1/2 hours or longer. Makes approximately 2 1/4 pounds
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Sunday, November 8, 2009
Dog Training From Your Dogs Point of View
Dog Training From Your Dogs Point of View
Because they were designed to live in groups, dogs are highly attuned to the moods of their pack mates—in this case, you and your family. It is ideal for puppies to join their new families during around the eighth week of life. This is the period in which they are most susceptible to imprinting.
Remember, when training your puppy, do not spend so much time training on training. Let your puppy have fun.
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Because they were designed to live in groups, dogs are highly attuned to the moods of their pack mates—in this case, you and your family. It is ideal for puppies to join their new families during around the eighth week of life. This is the period in which they are most susceptible to imprinting.
Remember, when training your puppy, do not spend so much time training on training. Let your puppy have fun.
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Thursday, November 5, 2009
Help Feed Sheltered Pet and Have Fun
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Tuesday, November 3, 2009
HotDog for Your Dog
Cheese Hotdog - All Natural Dog Treat Recipe
1 Hot Dog- 1 Slice Cheese
Cut hotdog in to pieces. Put pieces of cheese on top. Microwave it until the cheese is runny let it cool. Then give it to your dog.
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Sunday, November 1, 2009
Quote of the Day
A puppy plays with every pup he meets, but an older dog has few associates. Josh Billings
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Daily Thought About Dogs
Dogs are our link to paradise. They don't know evil or jealousy or discontent. To sit with a dog on a hillside on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing nothing was not boring-it was peace.
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Sunday, October 25, 2009
All Natural Carob Loaf Cake - Dog Food Recipe
Carob Loaf Cake - Dog Food Recipe
1 1/2 c. all purpose flour
3/4 c. of milk
1/4 c. of margarine softened
4 egg yolks
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. of salt
2 ounces of melted carob
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour loaf pan,9x5x3. Beat all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Pour into pan. Bake 65-70 minutes. Let cool. Frost with cream cheese or plain yogurt.
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1 1/2 c. all purpose flour
3/4 c. of milk
1/4 c. of margarine softened
4 egg yolks
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1/2 tsp. of salt
2 ounces of melted carob
Heat oven to 350 degrees. Grease and flour loaf pan,9x5x3. Beat all ingredients in a large mixing bowl. Pour into pan. Bake 65-70 minutes. Let cool. Frost with cream cheese or plain yogurt.
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Sunday, October 18, 2009
Friday, October 16, 2009
All Natural Wheat Free Dog Treat Recipe
Wheat Free Biscuits - Dog Food Recipe
- 1 cup oatmeal
- 1 cup rye flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or margarine
- 1/2 cup milk
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Roll out dough till 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into shapes. Place on lightly greased cookie sheets. Bake for 15 minutes. Turn off oven and let biscuits rest till cool in oven with the door closed. Store air-tight container for up to 2 weeks.
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Saturday, October 10, 2009
Be Healthy PlayMore With Pets
Pets make us more social. Pets have personalities and provide companionship to our highly social human species. They force us to socialize when they greet us in the doorway, engage us in play, or look for praise. And pets also make us more social by giving us opportunities to socialize with other pet owners and meet new people.
Pets improve our health. Pets may actually improve our physical health, although it is not entirely clear why. One hypothesis is that people who have pets that need to be walked end up exercising more. There is also some medical evidence that people with pets have lower blood pressure and cholesterol and see the doctor less often than their non-pet owning counterparts.
Pets soothe us. An interesting experimental study showed that women given a stressful mental exercise were soothed more by a pet than the presence of a friend. Why? Even our friends make judgments about us. Pets provide stress relief through physical contact and unconditional positive regard. In addition, pets can also provide relief from feelings of loneliness.
Pets promote empathy and bonding. Children with strong bonds to pets score higher on empathy scales than children without pets. Pets also cultivate a nurturing spirit from the adults who take care of them. We learn to empathize with our pets' feelings, signs of hunger, et cetera, because they are not able to speak for themselves. A previous PT Blogger cited a 2003 study in the Veterinary Journal that showed how the act of touching or petting an animal releases the mammalian hormone Oxytocin. This hormone increases feelings of bonding, sparking a similar connection as with a child, family member, or close friend.
For those of you who do not currently have pets, consider the benefits of their companionship through ownership, pet-sitting, or playing with other people's pets.
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Pets improve our health. Pets may actually improve our physical health, although it is not entirely clear why. One hypothesis is that people who have pets that need to be walked end up exercising more. There is also some medical evidence that people with pets have lower blood pressure and cholesterol and see the doctor less often than their non-pet owning counterparts.
Pets soothe us. An interesting experimental study showed that women given a stressful mental exercise were soothed more by a pet than the presence of a friend. Why? Even our friends make judgments about us. Pets provide stress relief through physical contact and unconditional positive regard. In addition, pets can also provide relief from feelings of loneliness.
Pets promote empathy and bonding. Children with strong bonds to pets score higher on empathy scales than children without pets. Pets also cultivate a nurturing spirit from the adults who take care of them. We learn to empathize with our pets' feelings, signs of hunger, et cetera, because they are not able to speak for themselves. A previous PT Blogger cited a 2003 study in the Veterinary Journal that showed how the act of touching or petting an animal releases the mammalian hormone Oxytocin. This hormone increases feelings of bonding, sparking a similar connection as with a child, family member, or close friend.
For those of you who do not currently have pets, consider the benefits of their companionship through ownership, pet-sitting, or playing with other people's pets.
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Friday, October 9, 2009
Happy Birthday Cake For Dogs
Birthday Cakes - Dog Food Recipe
- 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose flour
- 1 1/2 tsp. Baking powder
- 1/2 cup Margarine, softened
- 1/2 cup Corn oil
- 1 Jar strained beef or liver baby food (2 1/2-ounce)
- 4 Eggs
- 3 Strips dog beef jerky, crumbled (optional)
- Plain yogurt (for dogs) or cottage cheese (for dogs or cats), for icing
Sift flour and baking powder together; set aside. In large bowl, with electric mixer at medium speed, cream margarine until smooth. Add corn oil, baby food and eggs; mix until smooth. At low speed, gradually beat flour mixture into beef mixture until batter is smooth. Fold in beef jerky. Pour batter into well-greased and floured 8"x5"x3" loaf pan. Bake in a preheated 325F. oven 70 minutes. Let cool on wire rack a few minutes before removing from pan to cool completely. Ice each slice with yogurt or cottage cheese for dogs, or with cottage cheese for cats. Yield: 1 (8") loaf cake.
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Friday, October 2, 2009
Beggar Biscuits - Dog Food Recipe
Beggar Biscuits - Dog Food Recipe
2 1/2 c Whole wheat flour
1/2 c Powdered dry milk
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1/2 ts Salt
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1/2 ts Garlic powder
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1 ts Brown sugar
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6 tb Meat drippings
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1 Beaten egg
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1/2 c Ice water
Preheat oven to 350. Lightly oil a cookie sheet. Combine flour, dry milk, salt, garlic powder and sugar. Cut in meat drippings until mixture resembles corn meal. Mix in egg. Add enough water so that mixture forms a ball. Using your fingers, pat out dough onto cookie sheet to half inch thick. Cut with cookie cutter or knife and remove scraps. Scraps can be formed again and baked. Bake 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from tray and cool on rack.
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Saturday, September 26, 2009
Banana Dog Biscotti
Dog Banana Biscotti
5 cups flour
1/4 cup peanuts, chopped
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 egg
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ cups banana, pureed
2 teaspoons vanilla
water
Preheat oven to 325F. Place dry ingredients in a large bowl. Make a well in the center. Blend egg, oil and banana together. Add into the dry ingredients in well. Start combining together. Add water, one teaspoon at a time as needed. Knead by hand on table until mixed thoroughly. Form into logs approximately 2" - 2 1/2" high. Flatten so that log is 6" - 7" wide by 1" high. Place on non-stick baking sheets or lightly greased ones. Bake 30 - 40 minutes. Remove and cool for 10 minutes. Slice into 1/2" - 3/4" slices. Place on baking sheets and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool. Store in airtight container.
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5 cups flour
1/4 cup peanuts, chopped
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 egg
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 ½ cups banana, pureed
2 teaspoons vanilla
water
Preheat oven to 325F. Place dry ingredients in a large bowl. Make a well in the center. Blend egg, oil and banana together. Add into the dry ingredients in well. Start combining together. Add water, one teaspoon at a time as needed. Knead by hand on table until mixed thoroughly. Form into logs approximately 2" - 2 1/2" high. Flatten so that log is 6" - 7" wide by 1" high. Place on non-stick baking sheets or lightly greased ones. Bake 30 - 40 minutes. Remove and cool for 10 minutes. Slice into 1/2" - 3/4" slices. Place on baking sheets and bake for about 20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool. Store in airtight container.
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Friday, September 18, 2009
Wheat Free Cheese & Veggie Treats
Wheat Free Cheese & Veggie Bones: Approximately 61 bones per batch
Combine the following:
½ Cup Chicken Broth
¾ Cup Water
1 Egg slightly beaten
Combine the following:
3 Cups Oat Flour (slowly add until reaching desired consistency)
½ Cup Cornmeal
1/8 Cup Nonfat dry milk
½ Cup Shredded Cheese
¼ Cup Diced Veggie (Carrot, Green/Red Pepper, Zucchini or Squash unpeeled)
Mix all of the above together and cut into bone shapes.
Bake at 300 degrees in oven for 35 minutes or until hard. Leave the bones set in the oven with the oven door slightly open for several hours or overnight to harden. Store in airtight container.
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Tuesday, September 15, 2009
A Thought About Dogs
Dogs are our link to paradise. They don't know evil or jealousy or discontent. To sit with a dog on a hillside on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing nothing was not boring--it was peace.
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Monday, September 14, 2009
Bad Breath Buster - Dog Food Recipe
Bad Breath Buster - Dog Food Recipe
- 2 cups brown rice flour
- 1 Tablespoon activated charcoal (find this at drugstores, not the briquets!)
- 3 Tablespoons canola oil
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2/3 cup low fat milk
Preheat oven to 400F. Lightly oil a cookie sheet. Combine flour and charcoal. Add all the other ingredients. Drop teaspoonfuls on oiled sheet, about 1 inch apart. Bake 15-20 minutes. Store in airtight container in the refrigerator.
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Thursday, September 10, 2009
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Bacon Bits For Dogs For a Pampered Pooch Party
Bacon Bits For Dogs - Dog Food Recipe for a Pampered Pooch Party
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6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
4 eggs, well beaten
1/8 cup bacon fat
1 cup water
1/2 cup non-fat dry milk powder
2 cup graham flour
2 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup cornmeal
Mix ingredients with a strong spoon; drop heaping tablespoonfuls onto a greased baking sheet. Bake in a 350 oven for 15 minutes. Turn off oven and leave cookies on baking sheet in the oven overnight to dry out. Yields about 4 dozen dog cookies.
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6 slices cooked bacon, crumbled
4 eggs, well beaten
1/8 cup bacon fat
1 cup water
1/2 cup non-fat dry milk powder
2 cup graham flour
2 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup cornmeal
Mix ingredients with a strong spoon; drop heaping tablespoonfuls onto a greased baking sheet. Bake in a 350 oven for 15 minutes. Turn off oven and leave cookies on baking sheet in the oven overnight to dry out. Yields about 4 dozen dog cookies.
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Monday, September 7, 2009
PeaNutty Pupcicles for Your Dog
Peanutty Pupcicles - Dog Food Recipe
1 banana
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup wheat germ
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Mash banana's and peanut butter, stir in wheat germ. Chill 1 hour. With wet hands, solid. Place in container, store in refrigerator or freezer.
1 banana
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup wheat germ
1/4 cup chopped peanuts
Mash banana's and peanut butter, stir in wheat germ. Chill 1 hour. With wet hands, solid. Place in container, store in refrigerator or freezer.
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Sunday, August 30, 2009
Soft Dog Treats For Puppies and Older Dogs
Dog Food Recipe Ingredients:
* 3 (2 1/2 oz. each) jars of baby food; either beef or chicken
* 1/4 cup Dry milk powder
* 1/4 cup Wheat germ or cream of wheat
Dog Food Recipe Directions:
Combine all ingredients in bowl and mix well. Roll into small balls and place on well-greased cookie sheet. Flatten slightly with a fork. Bake in preheated 350F oven for 15 minutes until brown. Cool on wire rack. Refrigerate to keep fresh or freeze.
Great for older dogs with teeth problems.
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* 3 (2 1/2 oz. each) jars of baby food; either beef or chicken
* 1/4 cup Dry milk powder
* 1/4 cup Wheat germ or cream of wheat
Dog Food Recipe Directions:
Combine all ingredients in bowl and mix well. Roll into small balls and place on well-greased cookie sheet. Flatten slightly with a fork. Bake in preheated 350F oven for 15 minutes until brown. Cool on wire rack. Refrigerate to keep fresh or freeze.
Great for older dogs with teeth problems.
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Saturday, August 29, 2009
Daily Dog Quote
My little dog is a heartbeat at my feet.
The dog is a gentleman; I hope to go to his heaven, not man's
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Thursday, August 27, 2009
Daily Thought about Dogs!
I've seen a look in dog's eyes, a quickly vanishing look of amazed contempt, and I am convinced that basically dogs think humans are nuts.
John Steinbeck
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Archie Squares Dog Food Recipe
Archie Squares Dog Food Recipe
- 2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup powdered dry milk
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. brown sugar or honey
- 6 tbs. meat or bacon drippings, cold right from refrigerator, not melted or soft!
- 1 egg, slightly beaten
- 1/2 cup Ice water
Preheat oven to 350F. Lightly oil a cookie sheet. Combine flour, dry milk, garlic powder and sugar. Cut in meat drippings until mixture resembles corn meal. Mix in egg. Add enough water so that mixture forms a ball. Using your fingers, pat out dough onto cook sheet to 1/2" thick. Cut dough into squares appropriate for your dog size. Prick each cookie with fork. Bake 25-30 minutes. Remove from tray and cool on rack. Store in airtight container.
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Daily Thought About Dogs
Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.
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Monday, August 24, 2009
Daily Thought About Dogs
Money will buy you a pretty good dog, but it won't buy the wag of its tail.
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Sunday, August 23, 2009
Daily Thought About Dogs
Buy a puppy and your money will buy unflinching love.
If you would invest in friendship, purchase a dog.
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If you would invest in friendship, purchase a dog.
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Saturday, August 22, 2009
Daily Thought About Dogs
A dog may be man''s best friend, but a child's best friend is a puppy.
One reason a dog can be such a comfort when you're feeling blue is that he doesn't try to find out why.
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One reason a dog can be such a comfort when you're feeling blue is that he doesn't try to find out why.
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Friday, August 21, 2009
Garlic Flavored Dog Biscuits
Garlic Flavored Dog Biscuits
Yield: 1 batch
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2 1/2 c Flour, whole wheat
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1/2 c Powdered milk
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1/2 ts Salt
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1/2 ts Garlic powder
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1 ts Sugar, brown
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6 tb Meat drippings or margarine
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1 Eggs, beaten
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1/2 c Ice water
Preheat oven to 350. Lightly oil a cookie sheet. Combine flour, powdered milk, salt, garlic powder and sugar. Cut in meat drippings until mixture resembles corn meal. Mix in egg. Add enough water so that mixture forms a ball. Using your fingers, pat out dough onto cookie sheet to half inch thick. Cut with cookie cutter or knife and remove scraps. Scraps can be formed again and baked. Bake 25 to 30 minutes. Remove from tray and cool on rack.
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Thursday, August 20, 2009
Akita Style Lamb & Rice - Dog Food Recipe
Akita Style Lamb & Rice - Dog Food Recipe
1lb ground lamb (beef if you wish)
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1 2 cups brown rice
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2 stalks Broccoli
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2 or 3 medium potatoes
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3 medium carrots
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4 cloves garlic
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1 sheet kombi, Sea Kelp (optional)
Brown lamb in a fry pan. After it gets going, put on the chopped garlic to brown. Boil water, put about 4-5 cups into a crock pot, so it is already hot while you are fixing the rest of the ingredients. Add cubed potatoes to the fry pan. Cut broccoli and add this to the crock. Put the rest of the works in the pot, add enough hot water to cover. Add pepper to taste. Throw in 1/2 cup brown rice and mix.
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Wednesday, August 19, 2009
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"Oh boy! Did you come to the website just to see me?"
Buzz likes to think that everyone comes around just to see him. He loves people so much, and getting attention is like going to heaven! He's a very friendly seven year-old, always happy, and he's an expert at burying his toys. Or .OK .if that doesn't impress you, let's try this one. He also "sits" on command! He's a very smart fellow.
Buzz can get along well with other dogs if you find just the right match for him. He is a big, strong boy, though, and a dog-savvy person might have an easier time with him. He's a grown-up's dog, and should be handled carefully. (He can get very annoyed during medical exams, for example.)
But he's got a wonderful, happy spirit. The instant he sees you, he's excited. "Do you want to meet me? What did you bring me?" If you ask him, if you're looking for a `real dog' - then look no further! And if you can't take this happy guy home, make his day by sponsoring him instead.
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"Oh boy! Did you come to the website just to see me?"
Buzz likes to think that everyone comes around just to see him. He loves people so much, and getting attention is like going to heaven! He's a very friendly seven year-old, always happy, and he's an expert at burying his toys. Or .OK .if that doesn't impress you, let's try this one. He also "sits" on command! He's a very smart fellow.
Buzz can get along well with other dogs if you find just the right match for him. He is a big, strong boy, though, and a dog-savvy person might have an easier time with him. He's a grown-up's dog, and should be handled carefully. (He can get very annoyed during medical exams, for example.)
But he's got a wonderful, happy spirit. The instant he sees you, he's excited. "Do you want to meet me? What did you bring me?" If you ask him, if you're looking for a `real dog' - then look no further! And if you can't take this happy guy home, make his day by sponsoring him instead.
http://www.bestfriends.org/
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Dog Training Tips
Some new dog owners get a little overwhelmed with dog training. The dog potty training methods are usually the first lessons in dog training. Dog house training hits the top of the list as soon as an "accident" occurs. Then crate training a dog is next due to the potty problem and maybe some problems with chewing or destructive behavior. Which leads us to dog obedience training, which can solve both potty and chewing problems.
Dog leash training is essential so you can control your dog in public places. Using a dog leash to help in obedience training is recommended by every dog trainer I've ever met. Learning how to use a leash to help you in your dog training is very important.
The best dog training tip I ever got was to understand the power of positive
dog training is much more effective than punishment based training. Any
dog training basics should incorporate positive rather than negative
reinforcement.
1. Patience and consistency are key elements in any dog training activity.
Dogs are much like people in they have different levels of learning abilities.
Some are fast learners, some need more attention and repetition.
2. Use positive dog training. Positive reinforcement works better than
punishment. Rewarding good behavior will be the most effective tool you
have in training your dog. If a dog is particularly aggressive, you may have
to scold or even use a loud noise to establish unacceptable behavior but use
sparingly or it may have the opposite effect.
3. There are many ways to train a dog successfully. Use what works best for
you and your dog. Always consider the breed (even in a mixed dog), it can be
a big factor in training. Most dogs have natural traits that can be used to
your advantage, or work against you.
4. Behavior problems are usually acquired. Don't ignore any behavior
problems, even when you're working with a young puppy. Most bad habits
can be stopped in their tracks with a little foresight and planning. You can't
start dog behavior training too early.
5. Try to make any training session fun for you and your dog. Reserve a time
each day to spend time training your dog. Keep the training session short,
maybe 20-30 minutes. Pick a time when the dog has calmed down and is
receptive to the lessons.
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Dog leash training is essential so you can control your dog in public places. Using a dog leash to help in obedience training is recommended by every dog trainer I've ever met. Learning how to use a leash to help you in your dog training is very important.
The best dog training tip I ever got was to understand the power of positive
dog training is much more effective than punishment based training. Any
dog training basics should incorporate positive rather than negative
reinforcement.
1. Patience and consistency are key elements in any dog training activity.
Dogs are much like people in they have different levels of learning abilities.
Some are fast learners, some need more attention and repetition.
2. Use positive dog training. Positive reinforcement works better than
punishment. Rewarding good behavior will be the most effective tool you
have in training your dog. If a dog is particularly aggressive, you may have
to scold or even use a loud noise to establish unacceptable behavior but use
sparingly or it may have the opposite effect.
3. There are many ways to train a dog successfully. Use what works best for
you and your dog. Always consider the breed (even in a mixed dog), it can be
a big factor in training. Most dogs have natural traits that can be used to
your advantage, or work against you.
4. Behavior problems are usually acquired. Don't ignore any behavior
problems, even when you're working with a young puppy. Most bad habits
can be stopped in their tracks with a little foresight and planning. You can't
start dog behavior training too early.
5. Try to make any training session fun for you and your dog. Reserve a time
each day to spend time training your dog. Keep the training session short,
maybe 20-30 minutes. Pick a time when the dog has calmed down and is
receptive to the lessons.
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Friday, July 31, 2009
Dog Breeds-Dachshund
The dachshund is a short-legged, elongated dog breed of the hound family initially developed to scent, chase, and hunt hole-dwelling animals. Due to the long, narrow build, they are sometimes referred to as a wiener dog, hot dog, or sausage dog.
Dachshunds are playful, fun dogs, known to be strong-headed or stubborn, making them a challenge to train. However, dachshunds are a breed extremely loyal to their owners with a temperament and body language which give the impression that they don’t know about their relatively small and comical stature. They’re known for their deep, soulful eyes and complex and telling facial expressions.
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Dachshunds are playful, fun dogs, known to be strong-headed or stubborn, making them a challenge to train. However, dachshunds are a breed extremely loyal to their owners with a temperament and body language which give the impression that they don’t know about their relatively small and comical stature. They’re known for their deep, soulful eyes and complex and telling facial expressions.
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Tuesday, July 21, 2009
Somethings That Point To Arthritis In Your Dog!
I just come back from the vet today and found one of my dog has arthritis. Although she is 15 years old, the vet stated that it, like any disease can occur at any age.
The symptoms appear to be mild and we are trying aspirin for now. Some of the symptoms are:
Difficulty jumping into the car and onto the bed
A slight limp in the back leg
She still tries to act like a puppy and enjoys wading in the cool streams we have around here. We are trying aspirins for now as this may be the safest approach for her age.
Alway check with your veterinarian before giving your dog any medication.
Let us know about your dog.
The symptoms appear to be mild and we are trying aspirin for now. Some of the symptoms are:
Difficulty jumping into the car and onto the bed
A slight limp in the back leg
She still tries to act like a puppy and enjoys wading in the cool streams we have around here. We are trying aspirins for now as this may be the safest approach for her age.
Alway check with your veterinarian before giving your dog any medication.
Let us know about your dog.
Wednesday, July 15, 2009
Do You Support DeBarking?
We DO NOT Support DeBarking. Massachusetts is considering a bill to allow it.
Please click on the link to view more information and email the news and legislature to oppose this practice.
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Dog Lovers Divided On Debarking Bill
DeBarking Concerns
Please click on the link to view more information and email the news and legislature to oppose this practice.
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Dog Lovers Divided On Debarking Bill
DeBarking Concerns
Wednesday, July 8, 2009
Crunchy Apple Pup Cakes
Apple Crunch Pup Cakes
2 3/4 cups water
1/4 cup applesauce, unsweetened
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup dried apple chips
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 egg, beaten slightly
4 tablespoons honey
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray muffin tin with a cooking spray. Mix all wet ingredients thoroughly. Combine dry ingredients in separate bowl. Add wet to dry slowly, scraping well to make sure no dry mixture is left. Pour into muffin tins. Bake for 1 1/4 hours or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out dry. Store in a sealed container. Makes around 12-14 pupcakes.
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2 3/4 cups water
1/4 cup applesauce, unsweetened
1/4 teaspoon vanilla
4 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup dried apple chips
1 tablespoon baking powder
1 egg, beaten slightly
4 tablespoons honey
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Spray muffin tin with a cooking spray. Mix all wet ingredients thoroughly. Combine dry ingredients in separate bowl. Add wet to dry slowly, scraping well to make sure no dry mixture is left. Pour into muffin tins. Bake for 1 1/4 hours or until a toothpick inserted into center comes out dry. Store in a sealed container. Makes around 12-14 pupcakes.
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Monday, July 6, 2009
Can I afford to Get a New Pet?
There is nothing quite like the happiness a pet brings. Before taking on a new pet, however, it is important to make sure you are mentally and financially ready for the challenge.
While most people don't realise it initially, there are major responsibilities in taking on a new pet. From the financial costs of feeding and housing a pet, to the time and energy needed to walk a dog every day, keeping a pet is not for the faint hearted.
Your children may be begging you to get a puppy, but it is important to make sure you have the finances, time and energy needed to take care of a new dog.
Naturally, the biggest factor to consider with any new pet is the financial implications. While food and housing may not seem like a huge financial burden, when combined with other expenditures like the occasional veterinary bill, this can easily amount to thousands over the course of the animal's life.
One of the most overlooked costs a household pet can bring is the cost of replacing damaged items. Although most people expect their pets to always behave perfectly, cats and dogs in particular have a habit of breaking and scratching things around the house.
While not all animals are intent on destroying the contents of your house, it is important to take this into consideration, especially in the first few months before you have trained your pet properly.
Another way the costs of having a pet show themselves is when you go on holidays. Unless you are lucky enough to have friends and family willing to look after your pet while you're away, most pet owners will need to enlist the services of a pet sitting service or kennels.
Time is another major cost to any pet owners. While most pets do not need walking every day, many others can still take up a large portion of your spare time. Cats, for example, require regular grooming and attention and even pets as small as budgies require regular attention and cage cleaning.
For many people who have extremely busy lifestyles, before deciding to get a new pet it is important to ask yourself, do I really have enough time to keep a new pet?
For many pet owners, pet insurance is another number to be factored into the cost of owning a pet. While it is an optional cost, pet insurance policies are rapidly growing in popularity as they can save pet owners thousands in medical bills.
Of course all of these costs are minute when compared to the joy having a pet brings. The costs of having a pet are great, but most pet owners would agree, the rewards are greater. That said, in order to give your pet the care and attention it deserves, it is important to ask yourself - can I afford a new pet?
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While most people don't realise it initially, there are major responsibilities in taking on a new pet. From the financial costs of feeding and housing a pet, to the time and energy needed to walk a dog every day, keeping a pet is not for the faint hearted.
Your children may be begging you to get a puppy, but it is important to make sure you have the finances, time and energy needed to take care of a new dog.
Naturally, the biggest factor to consider with any new pet is the financial implications. While food and housing may not seem like a huge financial burden, when combined with other expenditures like the occasional veterinary bill, this can easily amount to thousands over the course of the animal's life.
One of the most overlooked costs a household pet can bring is the cost of replacing damaged items. Although most people expect their pets to always behave perfectly, cats and dogs in particular have a habit of breaking and scratching things around the house.
While not all animals are intent on destroying the contents of your house, it is important to take this into consideration, especially in the first few months before you have trained your pet properly.
Another way the costs of having a pet show themselves is when you go on holidays. Unless you are lucky enough to have friends and family willing to look after your pet while you're away, most pet owners will need to enlist the services of a pet sitting service or kennels.
Time is another major cost to any pet owners. While most pets do not need walking every day, many others can still take up a large portion of your spare time. Cats, for example, require regular grooming and attention and even pets as small as budgies require regular attention and cage cleaning.
For many people who have extremely busy lifestyles, before deciding to get a new pet it is important to ask yourself, do I really have enough time to keep a new pet?
For many pet owners, pet insurance is another number to be factored into the cost of owning a pet. While it is an optional cost, pet insurance policies are rapidly growing in popularity as they can save pet owners thousands in medical bills.
Of course all of these costs are minute when compared to the joy having a pet brings. The costs of having a pet are great, but most pet owners would agree, the rewards are greater. That said, in order to give your pet the care and attention it deserves, it is important to ask yourself - can I afford a new pet?
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Sunday, July 5, 2009
How to Choose a Dog That is Good With Children
If you are thinking about getting a dog and you have children there are certain breeds that are better than others. All dogs if trained properly can live in the same home with children, but certain breeds work better, in the article below I will inform you of some of the better choices.
First, several of the hounds are very tolerant of children. The Scottish Deerhound, the Stabyhound, the Coonhound, Platt Hound and the Pharaoh Hound. Get along well with young children. The American Foxhound, the Basset Hound and Ibizan Hound are also great playmates for kids. Do keep in mind no matter how gentle your hound is, don't let your toddler abuse them. They only have so much tolerance.
Second, some of the bigger dogs can work well with kids, these breeds are: the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and the Golden Retriever as well as some of your Labs. Keep in mind these larger dogs will be much calmer around children when they have been worked and have had plenty of exercise.
Third, don't be fooled by that mean look on the face of Bull Dogs, They are not hyper and very tolerant of children. They are a little stubborn and can make them a little frustrating for young kids. But at the same time they are very understanding of the lack of dexterity of those little hands. Making them a good companion.
Finally it is a good idea to talk to someone that has children and a dog and see what they suggest.
Friday, July 3, 2009
How To House Train A Dog FAST!
How to house train a dog a fast is simple if you have a plan to follow. If you are in the market for a dog, make it a point to buy one that is less than one month old. The reason for this is that just as it is not easy to teach an old dog new tricks, it is not easy to teach an older dogs new bathroom habits. When you purchase a dog less who is less than 4 weeks old, that dog will be more like a sponge who will absorb the proper training habits that you are giving to him.
Some excellent things to remember when you want to house train a dog fast include the value of crate training: When the dog has a desire to go to the bathroom, much like a crying baby who needs milk he will make it known by barking while he is in the crate. You will also know that he probably has to pee when you see him sniffing the crate or walking around in a circle. These are tell tale signs that he needs to go. When you see these things take your dog for a walk outside. It is vital to bring your dog to the same spot during his walk outside everyday when you see that he has to go to the bathroom. If you make it a point to be home with your dog and be available yourself or have someone that can take your dog outside after its meals, playtime and naps, you will be able to house train a dog fast. Just remember to be consistent and encourage your dog verbally when he has made the correct choice of going outside.
How to house train a dog can be challenging, remember that with the proper training this problem can be easily overcome. How to house train a dog can be easy with the right training!
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Some excellent things to remember when you want to house train a dog fast include the value of crate training: When the dog has a desire to go to the bathroom, much like a crying baby who needs milk he will make it known by barking while he is in the crate. You will also know that he probably has to pee when you see him sniffing the crate or walking around in a circle. These are tell tale signs that he needs to go. When you see these things take your dog for a walk outside. It is vital to bring your dog to the same spot during his walk outside everyday when you see that he has to go to the bathroom. If you make it a point to be home with your dog and be available yourself or have someone that can take your dog outside after its meals, playtime and naps, you will be able to house train a dog fast. Just remember to be consistent and encourage your dog verbally when he has made the correct choice of going outside.
How to house train a dog can be challenging, remember that with the proper training this problem can be easily overcome. How to house train a dog can be easy with the right training!
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