Bully Sticks

Winter Dog Care Tips

Keep your dog healthy and warm this winter but also remember that dogs with thick coats can get overheated in a home that is hot and stuffy. Dogs also need plenty of water in the Winter so keep those pet bowls full. Giving your dog a bully stick will help keep those teeth tartar free.

Choose the right pet food for your dog

Choosing the right pet food for your dog can be confusing but following a few of these wise steps could help you make the right decision.

Part 1 of Choose the Right Pet Food for Your Dog

What is a bully stick?

What are bully sticks made of?

Are they good for my dog?

Will they help with my dogs teeth?

Are they “all natural” and “fat free”?

Pupsicles – A great summer or wintertime dog treat

On this handy video we learn how to make nice cool pupsicles for your dog using great ingredients like bully sticks, chicken broth and yogurt.

Many pet owners don’t realize that warm stuffy homes combined with thick furry winter coats can cause their pets to overheat indoors, even when the temperatures dip to freezing outside.

Keep a few of these tasty frozen treats handy for your little woolly mammoth.

Favorite Pet Care Products

Pet Expert, Allisa Merlin takes time out to show us her favorite pet care products on this short video.

I love her choices and recommend them them all, however she left out my absolute favorite product, Bully Sticks. These healthy snacks not only help keep your dogs teeth in great condition, but are great for keeping your dog happily occupied.

Denver Pet Partners – Another way Dogs are helping humans

We hear a lot about volunteer organizations that are formed to help protect and care for animals, but the Pet Rescue organization American Humane also has an interest in Denver Pet Partners, a volunteer group that helps to care for humans through the unique abilities of their dog volunteers.

Denver Pet Partners helps adults and children deal with emotional trauma, healing and learning difficulties. Abuse children learn to trust again, Adults living in assisted living facilities are able to experience the love of a dog.

All animals are trained using a positive training method and kept in peak health. Their rewards are the love and affection of their handlers and the people they serve along with the occasional dog bones.

Holiday Pet Warning

Just a quick reminder …. Keep those Turkey scraps away from your dog. Load up on all natural dog treats, dog bones and bully sticks instead.

Too much poultry fat can be dangerous, especially to older dogs or those with pancreatitis.

An another reminder…. Skip the tinsel on the tree. Very dangerous for your pets if ingested.

Wishing a Safe and Healthy Holiday Season to you and your pets.

Small Dog Breeds – Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

Intelligent, affectionate and fun-loving the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is said to be naturally well-behaved.  Always eager to please, with an easy going manner and a small but hearty size the Cavalier is a favorite of apartment dwellers.

Size:  Weight: 10-18 pounds (5-8 kg)          Height: 12-13 inches (30-33cm)

Exercise Requirements:  They are moderately active and suited for apartment living or areas with a small yard, however Cavaliers are descendants of hunting dogs and will require a daily walk, they will also enjoy a good chase.  They should not be left alone all day, but should it be necessary … be sure to take them for a brisk walk before leaving.

Health:  There a number of health issues with the King Charles including eye and ear problems, some cases of hip dysplasia , and hereditary heart disease.  Dislocation of knees is another problem to consider.

Life Expectancy:  9 – 14 years

Grooming:  Requires frequent brushing and combing to avoid matting.  Ears should be kept clean to avoid infection and hair between toes kept trimmed.   Average shedding

Children and Other Pets:  Cavaliers are very social and get along well with older children and other pets, however like many small dogs they can attempt to be “pack leader”  when  treated in a spoiled manner.

Diet:  Feed a good quality dry dog feed along with all natural dog treats like bully sticks that promote good dental health.

 Rex – President Ronald Reagan’s King Charles Spaniel

Even if you fill your pet’s food dish, he might still be hungry. Just as people need to eat to keep up their energy, dogs that are frisky and playful may also need to take some dog snacks between their meals. This will ensure that he gets enough fuel for his, and your, playtime.

Dogs that eat too much and exercise too little are also prone to obesity and all the health problems that the condition brings. That is why pets can also benefit from nutrition advice given by their veterinarians. Following a good health plan will ensure your pet lives and long and healthy life.

The trend of dog treats seems to be going more towards bully sticks because of their inclusion in the all-natural category. These treats are also easily digested and don’t pose any choking hazards.

Dog chews bully sticks come in various flavors and sizes that will suit every size and breed of dog. Because of their increasing demand, it is likely that bully sticks will take the place of rawhide in various pet supply stores around the country.