Bully Sticks

Surf Dog Competition

Got a dog that loves to surf?

You can join in on the competition at Coronado Beach for the annual  Loews Coronado Beach Surf Dog Championship.  Last year 60 dogs showed up to pound the waves.  The charity event benefits Modest Needs Foundation.

National and Local media will be there to cover the pooches hang 10’s or is that hang 20’s as the dogs take to the waves.

It never ceases to amaze me the things our favorite companions can do with the proper motivation.   I’m sure these surf pups will be earning their bully sticks at this event.

How Not to Choose a Guard Dog

If you are looking for a great guard dog that is alert and ready to spring into action, DO NOT, I repeat Do Not choose a Shih Tzu.

Here with his best impersonation of a guard dog is the amazing Frisbee.

(I’m thinking he would be a bit quicker had there been a nice all natural dog treat involved)

Thunder Storms and Dogs

It was another 2am thunder storm and another 2am barking session from Bonkers, and it wasn’t long before I heard him scratching at my bedroom door.

I’m really not sure if its the sound of thunder or the change in air pressure during a storm that sets a dog on edge, but Bonkers is not the only dog that feels the need to bark out a warning when a storm is on the way.  Fortunately, Bonkers has been taught to use his “inside” bark which sounds kinda like a whisper bark.  It’s enough to wake me up without waking up the neighbors.

So what do I do to calm down a concerned sentry?  I first get my patootie up out of bed, let him know that “momma dog” has gotten the message and will take over, and then I give him a bully stick to keep him occupied.  Nothing like a bully stick to take a dog’s mind off a problem.

There is no sense in yelling at a dog that is only doing his job.  In our pack, I’m the alpha dog and it’s Bonkers job to alert the alpha dog of any impending danger.  Once I have acknowledged that I’m on it, he can relax and wait for my instructions.  I give him the bully stick to let him know there is no danger and it’s safe to chill out.

Do dogs Sleepwalk?

What do dogs dream about? Nobody really knows for sure, but my guess is tht Bizkit, the dog in this video was protecting his favorite dog chew in his dreams.

My advice to his owners would be to put padding on all the walls.

You’re Wrong - Cat’s do not taste like Chicken

Contrary to popular belief … Cat’s do not taste like Chicken

At least that’s according to Sushi the pug and Bonkers the Shih Tzu. These pooches are on a mission to create harmony between cats and dogs.  If more dogs would just eat bully sticks, there would be less problems with cat attacks.

How to hypnotize your Dog

I wouldn’t take this guy too seriously, but it does show a dog completely submitted to her Alpha Human and an Alpha Human who obviously loves his lab. Next step should be dog bones all around.

Submissive Urination in Dogs

I realize this is probably not your favorite topic of conversation, however for many dog owners it is a problem.

There are a lot of reasons for submissive urination in dogs, including some valid medical reasons. If your dog has suddenly started urinating when scolded, excited or when introduced to new people or pets, you should first check with your vet to insure there is not a medical problem.

Puppies and older dogs can sometimes have trouble controlling their bladders.

Dogs, like humans can be very sensitive and when frightened or excited can have an accidental leaking episode. Try changing your training and correcting style to a more positive training method, using a system of all natural dog treats rewards for positive behavior and avoid scolding your dog.

If your dog feels insecure or doesn’t recognize you as the Alpha human, then he can become overly submissive and frightened when confronted with new people, or situations.

The truth about Pet Therapy

I’m not sure what to say about this video… It’s a bit on the weird side but also full of good information about Pet therapy. A great way to explain it to your kids, so go grab some popcorn for you and the kids and a dog bone for the dog and enjoy.

Little Dogs - Big Treats

My little dog loves his treats in the large economy size. One giant bully stick can keep him busy for hours.

Of course, I don’t let him finish the whole bully stick in one sitting but he is always happy to get his half chewed bully back the next day.

This video is dedicated to all the Little Dogs with eyes bigger than their stomachs.

Training your Dog to use the Litter Box

Teaching your dog to use a litter box is a lot easier than you might think. Dogs naturally like to relieve themselves in the same spot and are motivated by scent. These two factors are great motivators for your dog to choose a litter box.

My dog has used puppy piddle pads since the first night we brought him home. The pads have a scent that attracted him to them. It was only natural to get him to step up to the litter box. All it took was a little encouragement and a bully stick reward.

Watch this short video on How to Train Your Dog to Use a Litter Box.