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Dog Water Bowls

Don — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 23:25:50 +0000

As a pet owner you need to realize that a water bowl plays a big role in the health and well being of your dog.

There are several options to consider when choosing a water bowl.

- Non-skid dog water bowls. It is a good idea to consider a non-skid bowl so it stays in place for your dog when his is drinking. This will avoid water being spilled all over the floor.

- Fountain Feature bowls boasts a filtration system that could assure that your dog would drink clean water only. It sets out dirt and other residues and contains a reservoir so you don’t have to fill as often. This system may promote your dog to drinking more water which in turn means better health.

-Double-diner feature allows food and water to be served at the same time. This saves space and becomes convenient for your dog.

-Stainless Steel Bowls- If you are looking for durability for your dog’s water bowl a practical option would be stainless steel. Stainless steel is proven to last longer than plastic and is a very economical choice.

- Elevated Water Bowls – The elevated water bowls are for pet owners who want a water bowl that can be adjusted according to the height of their dog. This might be a practical choice if you start out with a puppy and then you can adjust the water bowl as your puppy grow into a full size dog.

There are many other dog bowls with distinct features available. When choosing a water bowl for your dog make functionality a number one consideration. Remember, dog water bowls are not just a mere container for your dog’s water, but part of his everyday life, so choose one that will work well for him.

Dog Toys

Don — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 21:33:54 +0000

Holiday Season is coming and Fido deserves a toy under the tree too. There are a number of different dog toys available.

-Plush Dog Toys - come in different sizes and shapes. From sporting themes to toys that look like hot dogs or donuts, to cars and trains. Various animal figures such as a cow, horse, sheep or a bird are available in plush dog toys.

- For puppies who are teething and like to chew pick a dog chew toy. Save your furniture and your house slippers by treating your puppy with a chew dog toy for the holidays.

- The Dog Kong toys are a jawrobics workout for your dog. It’s healthy, stimulating nose-t0-tail workout for reflex and every muscle. A dog treat can be placed inside the Kong Toy which satisfies your dog’s natural need to chew and this helps condition his gums and clean his teeth.

- There are Rubber Chew toys that come in various shapes and can be chilled in a deep freeze and used over again. These will also comfort your puppy as they are teething. These rubber toys are non-splintering, non-toxic, non abrasive and does not get sharp when chewed.

When choosing a dog toy it is a must to know what type and size of dog toy is best for your dog. Choose a toy according to the size of your dog. Make sure the toy you are considering does not have any small pieces that can fall off from the toy and possibly choke your dog. Make sure there aren’t any strings that can come unraveled and wrap around his neck.

Dog Brushes

Don — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 20:35:21 +0000

Brushing and grooming is not a simple task. Each grooming tool on the market has a specific purpose. You should become familiar with each application in order to make grooming easier for you and more enjoyable for your dog.

There are various kinds of dog brushes used for grooming and brushing.

- Undercoat rakes – are useful for dogs that shed. The brush has one row of metal prongs which removes the dead hair from the dog’s undercoat.

- Wire- Pin brushes are excellent for general grooming of small to large dog breeds. The loose hair in your dog’s coat is lifted out smoothly by the brush and removing any debris from the fur. A wire – pin brush may also be used to fluff your dog’s coat by brushing against the direction of his hair growth.

- Slicker brushes – are used to remove mats and tangles from your dog’s coat. This also helps remove the dead hairs from his coat. Slicker brushes gently stimulates your dog’s skin as the layers of dead skin are taken out leaving the blood to circulate evenly.

Brushing your dog daily or every other day is recommended to remove dead hair form your dog’s coat and clean the surface free of parasites. Brushing helps keep fleas away. This slowly builds a bond between you and your dog and brushing will become a desired highlight in your dog’s life.

Dog Collars

Don — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 19:46:57 +0000

A dog collar has several purposes. Identification tags and medical information are often placed on a collar. Dog collars are often used to control a dog manually. Collars are often used in conjunction with a leash for controlling your dog when you go for your walks.

There are basic collar that are usually made of nylon webbing or leather with a buckle or a quick release buckle which fits loosely around the dog’s neck. These basic collars allow identification tags to be attached and also comes with a loop to accommodate a leash.

There are several different collars used for the purpose of training your dog. Each training has its own advantages and disadvantages which you should consider before selection one.
- Flat collars- some dogs can be trained on a leash using a buckle or quick-release collar.
- Slip collars- are a length of chain with rings at either end so the collar can be formed into a loop around the dog’s neck. A leash can be connected to the ring which goes over the back of the dog’s neck. A quick jerk with an immediate release is used to correct the dog.
- The prong collars- are a series of chin links with blunted open ends turned towards the dog’s neck so when the collar is tightened it pinches and the dog naturally restrains from pulling to prevent pain or discomfort.
- The martingale collar- is a no-slip feature collar. It has two loops, the smaller loop is the “control loop” that tightens the larger loop when pulled to prevent dogs from slipping our of the collar.
-shock collars- are electronic training aids developed to deliver an electrical signal, a vibration or a tone through contact points attached to a dog collar.