الثلاثاء، 15 ديسمبر 2009

How To Get Rid Of Dog Urine Odor



How To Get Rid Of Dog Urine Odor


If you own a dog or cat, then you have, or have had, pet urine odors. Even the best trained dog or cat is going to make a mistake now and then, or they get sick and just can't control themselves.

With the trend toward green products, you might be looking for a dog urine remover and pet odor remover that is free from harmful chemicals and safe for the enviroment. You might be a do it yourself fanatic that likes to make your own household cleaning items.

No matter what your reason for looking for this product, we have a Pet Urine Remover and Pet Urine Odor Remover that you can make yourself with common items you have around the house, or can get cheaply at the store.

And, best of all, this product works and works just as well as anything you can find at the store. In most cases, it works better.

How To Get Rid Of Dog Urine Smell

The first of its kind formula recipe used to prevent pets from urinating where they are not welcome and to help eliminate smelly urine odors. It's a simple recipe that you make yourself from ingredients commonly found around your house!

Cat and dog urine can leave an awful smell and is difficult to remove. Fortunately there's an easy answer to combat this embarrassing problem. This Formula will help remove those smells & odors caused by pet urine and works as an invisible shield to prevent further violations.

It has been proven effective against urine odors on rugs and carpets, upholstery, clothing, closets, blankets, baseboards, wooden floors, vinyl flooring, basements, outdoor decks and kennels.

As a BONUS, it also works as an invisible shield to prevent pet urination on the treated areas.

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السبت، 12 ديسمبر 2009

Taming dogs with a mean streak


Reposting an article on a man who rescues aggressive dogs. I find his observations very interesting.
Hat tip to Andrea Arden for the FaceBook link.

Minos the snowbunny

My sisters bulldog Minos is seriously loving the snow. He keeps asking to go outside so he can eat it and play. Kinda funny considering he isn't exactly what people think of as a winter weather breed. Just goes to show that the dogs don't read the books we write about them. They simply live.



الخميس، 10 ديسمبر 2009

"I want a dog just like the one I saw in that movie!"


“I want a dog just like the one I saw in that movie”.

These are words that rescue groups cringe upon hearing. Dogs in movies are typically beautiful and attract a lot of attention. This is why they get used so frequently. Unfortunately their onscreen portrayals are rarely realistic when it comes to day to day life with those same dogs. Here are a few things to keep in mind when falling in love with a movie star dog.

The dog or dogs you saw were all trained for the part they played. This typically means they do not act like your average pet dog would in your home. Breed characteristics need to be considered. Just like all Saint Bernards are not really aggressive like “Cujo” and all Jack Russell Terriers are not sedentary like “Eddie” was on Frasier.

Popularity is not helpful to any pure breed of dog. When a dog gets popular due to being featured in a movie, there are always unscrupulous breeders looking to make a fast buck on them. This can mean many are available to buy but they haven’t had the genetic testing a reputable breeder requires. This can mean serious health issues are being passed on in their lines. It also may mean there will be dogs out there with poor temperaments as well. Back yard breeders only care about getting your money, not producing a quality product. (Which is how they are looking at those puppies they are selling.)

Over breeding of any breed also means many end up in shelters or rescue. (all purebreds have a rescue group specifically for them) People get them not knowing about the breed and sometimes it is a bad match. The Disney movie 101 Dalmatians is a great example of this in action. Dalmatians were originally developed as a guarding breed that ran beside horse drawn coaches to keep thieves away. This made them a very high energy dog that can be territorial, something many families weren’t prepared to deal with.

Please do some research before committing to the movie star dog you fell in love with. Find out more about the breed like why it was developed in the first place and the health issues the breed is known to have. This will help you know the lifestyle the dog will need to be happiest, and teach you what questions to ask breeders to find one breeding healthy dogs.

For more information on specific breeds you can go to http://www.akc.org/ and http://www.arba.org/. Breed rescues are also a great resource for finding out the negatives for each breed as well. Not every breed is a good fit into every home.

Feel free to print this and pass it on. I thought it would make a great back to the "Are akitas right for you" handout for the Hachi movie. See previous post here: http://k-9solutionsdogtraininginc.blogspot.com/2009/11/calling-all-dog-lovers.html#links

Doggy diaper 101

At first I wasn't sure I wanted to share photos of our Missy in her "anti ninja suit" because I didn't think it was fair to poor Moo. I mean it isn't the most dignified thing for a dog to have to wear a diaper. But then I realized it is information that might help someone else with a similar issue. So here it is, my doggy diaper 101.

I am using this brand from Wal-Mart because they are cheap and easy to get. 9 bucks for a bag of 14 diapers. Missy is 27 lbs which makes her a medium by the size chart.

Originally they weren't staying on her very well. I think it is because she lacks a tail (to speak of) to help hold them up. Dog diapers typically come with a hole for the tail to be inserted through. The tabs are just like regular baby diapers and can be unstuck and restuck as needed. If they won't stick well due to reusing one several times, I found masking tape to hold it on works well to salvage more uses out of it. Also note that the pad goes underneath the dog. One of my children put one on upside down so it is possible to get it wrong.

Since her tail is super short it might as well not exist as far as helping to hold the diaper on. So to fix this issue I came up with the idea of adding a toddler onesie. I wasn't sure what size to get but settled on 9-12 months. It worked. She wears it with the tag (back) side under her chest to accomodate her broad chest and shoulders. This also means any front design on the shirt is on her back where you can see it. The best part is that the snaps make it super easy to get a wet diaper off quickly.

She only has to wear "the suit" when she has gone out but hasn't urinated and I know she is overdue. The walking in circles for a half an hour and not being productive was killing me. Especially when we came back in and then she did the deed on my floor instead. When she goes out now and is unsuccessful I bring her in and put on the suit. I check it frequently so as soon as she uses it I can take it all off and clean her up and dry her off. I want to avoid her getting a urinary tract infection or irritation that sitting in a wet diaper can cause. I also do not put it on if she hasn't had a bowel movement. That is not something I want to clean out of a diaper if possible. So far the timing has worked out in my favor on this.

So this is my solution to manage the issue for the moment. It isn't a perfect system. The suit has to be on the dog for it to work for instance. And if she walks around it it alot it sometimes slips down as well. The onesie just keeps it from falling off completely. If I had an active dog I would probably solve this with more masking tape along the back legs where the diaper sticks out taping it to the onesie itself. I also do not leave it on her when I am gone. I figure if she pees in her crate I can just wash the bedding. This is also to avoid the irritation of a wet diaper issue.

Now to be CLEAR this isn't about housetraining at all. She is ill (possible brain tumor) and some of the medication she is on makes her drink alot. Add this to the fact her decision making skills have drasticly changed. But her good days are still pretty good and she does have moments where she is clearly happy and playful. Her incidents of falling are increasing however so the slippery steps and ramp have become a bit of a concern. So far we have managed to navigate all the obstacles ok. This is one winter where I wish I could avoid the frosty weather. I hope the diaper info helps someone that may be going through anything similar. I know every little bit helps when living with a sick dog.

الأربعاء، 9 ديسمبر 2009

Wordless Wednesday


Train Your Dog To Stop Barking


If you are looking for ways to train your dog to stop barking, you will probably find that stop barking methods are as numerous as the reasons dogs bark. Some of the "train your dog to stop barking" methods work like a charm, and some don't.

We have found the two ways to train your dog to stop barking listed below to be the most effective, as you are basically playing on your dogs pack mentality and showing him who the alpha dog, or boss, of the pack is. That is the number one thing you must remember when dog training or teaching your dog obedience training...you are the leader of the pack and your dog must learn to follow your lead. It is your dog's instinct to please the alpha dog and leader of the pack, so all you have to do is show him what pleases and displeases you.

Read on...

Train Your Dog To Stop Barking

One thing you must know before you try to train your dog to stop barking is this: your dog could quite possibly have situational barking bred into him. If he is from a Guard Dog breed, like a German Shepherd, Rottweiler, or a Doberman, he is going to bark when someone approaches you. If he is from a Hunting Breed, he is going to bark in certain situations. There really isn't much you can do about it.
What we are more concerned with here, is the dog that barks just to hear himself talk, or the dog that barks at you or other household members in an attempt to get his way.

Train Your Dog To Stop Barking

There are two easy methods to train your dog not to bark, and neither involves shock collars or anything of the sort. Your relationship with your dog is based on mutual respect, and one of the first things you need to do is to make sure she understands who the alpha dog, or pack leader, is. YOU are supposed to be the alpha, and if she thinks she is, you have a serious problem, The first method you can use to stop barking will not only stop it, but will also show her who the alpha is.

When your dog is barking, for whatever reason, don't say a word. Approach your dog and gently, but firmly, grasp her snout. Many dogs will try to back away or wriggle free. Use your other hand to hold her collar, and continue to grasp her snout until she stops trying to get away from you. Once she has stayed calm for a few seconds, let go of her and give her a little light praise. Don't make a big deal of it, just tell her she is a good girl. If she starts barking again, repeat everything above. You are not only stopping her from barking by grabbing her snout, you are showing her who is in charge.

The other method to stop barking works well when your dog is trying bully you, or get something from you, by barking at you. In this case, you are going to ignore him. You are not just going to just ignore him, you are going to cross your arms, turn your back on him, and not acknowledge his presence in any way. Make a big deal out of it. Continue to do this until he stops barking, even if it takes a few minutes or so. This method requires patience and consistency. If you give in, even once, you will find yourself back at square one, as you have only taught your dog to bark louder or longer to get your attention.

If you follow the two methods as I have outlined, you should be able to eradicate most, if not all, problem barking from your dog's behavior.

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