My top pick is a personalized dog collar from Pet Printz. These leather dog collars come in baby pink or black. Pet Printz will custom make the collar in exact length you specify. Along with the collar, you can order a wide variety of swarovski letters and charms to place on the collar. The swarovski crystal letters come in A-Z. They also have swarovski dog collar charms that include crowns, hearts, stars, dog bones, dog paws, flowers and fire hydrants. The leather dog collar by itself is between $16-$20 depending on size. Each swarovski crystal letter and charm is $3.00, and you can buy a matching dog lead for $24.00.
Why not buy your dog a bed made especially for fancy dogs? No, I’m not talking about a regular dog bed cushion that you throw on the floor. The Nights of Arabia canopy dog bed is constructed out of honey or dark wood. This bed actually has a frame with 4 posts to support the canopy. These dog beds are luxurious with an olive green suede pillow and tassels hanging down from canopy. They are being sold for $300 at the Silver Spoon Luxury Pet Boutique.
Another hot item is the solid wood memory foam designer dog bed. This dog bed had a dark wood frame with two drawers to store all your dog toys. The cushion cover is light brown and can be removed for easy cleaning. This dog bed is being sold for $250 at Swank Pets.
Dog food dishes always make a great gift. The crown jewels dog food bowls look just like a kings crown, turned upside down. The outside is burgundy and gold with red, royal blue and purple crystals. Inside of the dog bowl is stainless steel. They are being sold at Glamour Dog for only $16.00 each. Another interesting dog bowl, is the dog toilet water bowl. You place a plastic 2-liter bottle in toilet “tank” to keep your dogs water bowl full at all times. Looks exactly like a toilet. These are being sold for $24.95 at Find Gift.
Dog pet stairz are a great way to help your dog get around easier. Dog stairz will enable small dogs to get up or down from the couch or bed. They are also helpful if your dog has arthritis or joint problems. Several varieties of the dog stairz are being sold between $84-$156 at The Gilded Paw. They have dog pet stairz with 4,5, and 6 steps. Styles include paw prints, zebra patterned or solid bisque. At the Ritzy Rover they have the 3-step pet stairz in solid colors of pink or brown for $129 as well. This would be a great gift for your dog that they would use all year.
How about a reversible dog bathrobe by Romy and Jacob Designs? These are the ultimate in dog luxury and would keep your dog cozy and warm after each bath. One side is velvet corduroy and the other is made out of cashmere flannel. They are machine washable and come in several different color combinations. They are being sold for $52 at Bitch New York-where dog run meets runway. You can also find a darling terry cloth dog bathrobe for only $19.99 at Posh Pet Glamour Boutique. The white dog bathrobes have a rubber ducky and the blue ones have a lamb.
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Sunday, October 28, 2007
Saturday, October 27, 2007
Dogs and people have the same mental issues
In many ways, dogs our very similar to human beings. Dogs can suffer from mental issues just like we do. Some people suffer from depression, anger and aggression, social anxiety, paranoia, hallucinations, unexplained fear, lack of confidence and more. Many dogs suffer from the exact same conditions. Some dogs will learn this behavior from their environment, while others suffer from these conditions from birth. In this article I will list some mental issues that dogs share with humans.
Aggression issues-Some dogs will become overly aggressive when they feel threatened. This behavior would be considered acceptable for humans and dogs in certain situations of imminent threat. Dogs and people that are overly aggressive are usually trying to establish dominance, protect their territory and ensure that you do not take any of their toys.
Depression-Dogs and humans can sometimes get depressed when they feel that they are not part of the pack. Although depression is complex, one thing that helps counter depression is to feel like you belong to the group and are valued.
Social Anxiety-One of the most common reasons for social anxiety may be lack of socialization at an early age. If puppies and children are not allowed to play with their peers at an early age, they may have problems relating. This can lead to social anxiety issues as an adult.
Lack of confidence-Normally dogs and humans suffer from a lack of confidence especially if they are facing the unfamiliar. If your dog lacks confidence all the time, they may need to experience repeated success in order to gain confidence. You can build your dog up by offering praise for even the smallest accomplishments. This works the same way for people as well.
A recent incident made me realize how sensitive and complex my dog really is. I broke my foot and therefore am unable to walk up my stairs. I have to sit on each step and lift myself up one step at a time in order to get upstairs. My dog has been watching me, and now refuses to walk up them as well. Beforehand he had no problem running up the stairs. Now the stairs make him nervous and he does not have confidence to run up them. Luckily he is a little lap dog. Now when we need to go up the stairs, he sits on my lap as we slowly go up one step at a time. Hopefully when my foot heals he will realize that the stairs are a safe place again.
We all suffer from mental issues to one extent or another, it is only a matter of degree.
Aggression issues-Some dogs will become overly aggressive when they feel threatened. This behavior would be considered acceptable for humans and dogs in certain situations of imminent threat. Dogs and people that are overly aggressive are usually trying to establish dominance, protect their territory and ensure that you do not take any of their toys.
Depression-Dogs and humans can sometimes get depressed when they feel that they are not part of the pack. Although depression is complex, one thing that helps counter depression is to feel like you belong to the group and are valued.
Social Anxiety-One of the most common reasons for social anxiety may be lack of socialization at an early age. If puppies and children are not allowed to play with their peers at an early age, they may have problems relating. This can lead to social anxiety issues as an adult.
Lack of confidence-Normally dogs and humans suffer from a lack of confidence especially if they are facing the unfamiliar. If your dog lacks confidence all the time, they may need to experience repeated success in order to gain confidence. You can build your dog up by offering praise for even the smallest accomplishments. This works the same way for people as well.
A recent incident made me realize how sensitive and complex my dog really is. I broke my foot and therefore am unable to walk up my stairs. I have to sit on each step and lift myself up one step at a time in order to get upstairs. My dog has been watching me, and now refuses to walk up them as well. Beforehand he had no problem running up the stairs. Now the stairs make him nervous and he does not have confidence to run up them. Luckily he is a little lap dog. Now when we need to go up the stairs, he sits on my lap as we slowly go up one step at a time. Hopefully when my foot heals he will realize that the stairs are a safe place again.
We all suffer from mental issues to one extent or another, it is only a matter of degree.
Thursday, September 6, 2007
Shih Tzu Dog Facts
Shih Tzu’s are a wonderful breed of dog that make loyal pets. The name is pronounced, “sheed-zoo” and it means lion. These little balls of fur will steal your heart. This breed is friendly, outgoing and loves to cuddle. Shih Tzu’s make an excellent companion and will follow you everywhere you go. They come in many different colors including gold, white, black, and silver.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #1- Shih Tzu’s were bred to look like a lion
Their hair grows extremely long and looks like a lions mane. If you brush their hair regularly it will grow to the floor.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #2- Shih Tzu’s were bred for royalty in China
Shih Tzu’s were so precious to China they refused to share them with the rest of the world. This was a breed reserved for royalty in China from 17th century until 1930.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #3- Lhasa Apso from Tibet and Pekinese from China
These dogs were bred by Buddhist monks for royalty. They were intended to be guard dogs for the palace. They are a combination of Lhasa Apso and Pekinese.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #4- Shih Tzu’s life span is 12-14 years.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #5- Hereditary Disease.
Shih Tzu’s can be more susceptible to kidney disease (renal dysplasia) and kidney stones. My little guy eventually succumbed to kidney disease at 15 years of age. The last few months of his life he had to be given fluids on a regular basis to feel better. It was only then that I learned Shih Tzu’s have a higher rate of kidney issues than many other breeds. They are also one of the top ten breeds that suffer from renal dysplasia.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #6- About 27,282 Shih Tzu’s are registered every year according to the AKC. Shi Tzu’s are in the top 10 of the most popular dogs in United States.
http://www.akc.org/reg/dogreg_stats_2006.cfm
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #7- Shih Tzu’s are one of the oldest breeds in existence.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #8- Price Range
Registered Shih Tzu’s with champion bloodlines from breeders will usually sell for about $2500. If you find a purebred in the paper that is registered but no champion lines they will usually be about $800-$1000. Unregistered Shih Tzu’s will usually be a few hundred dollars. Occasionally, you can find one of these dogs at the pound but will have competition in adopting him.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #9- Shih Tzu’s weigh about 10-16 lbs and are approximately 10 inches tall. They have short legs and are longer than tall.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #10- Joined AKC Toy Group in 1969.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #1- Shih Tzu’s were bred to look like a lion
Their hair grows extremely long and looks like a lions mane. If you brush their hair regularly it will grow to the floor.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #2- Shih Tzu’s were bred for royalty in China
Shih Tzu’s were so precious to China they refused to share them with the rest of the world. This was a breed reserved for royalty in China from 17th century until 1930.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #3- Lhasa Apso from Tibet and Pekinese from China
These dogs were bred by Buddhist monks for royalty. They were intended to be guard dogs for the palace. They are a combination of Lhasa Apso and Pekinese.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #4- Shih Tzu’s life span is 12-14 years.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #5- Hereditary Disease.
Shih Tzu’s can be more susceptible to kidney disease (renal dysplasia) and kidney stones. My little guy eventually succumbed to kidney disease at 15 years of age. The last few months of his life he had to be given fluids on a regular basis to feel better. It was only then that I learned Shih Tzu’s have a higher rate of kidney issues than many other breeds. They are also one of the top ten breeds that suffer from renal dysplasia.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #6- About 27,282 Shih Tzu’s are registered every year according to the AKC. Shi Tzu’s are in the top 10 of the most popular dogs in United States.
http://www.akc.org/reg/dogreg_stats_2006.cfm
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #7- Shih Tzu’s are one of the oldest breeds in existence.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #8- Price Range
Registered Shih Tzu’s with champion bloodlines from breeders will usually sell for about $2500. If you find a purebred in the paper that is registered but no champion lines they will usually be about $800-$1000. Unregistered Shih Tzu’s will usually be a few hundred dollars. Occasionally, you can find one of these dogs at the pound but will have competition in adopting him.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #9- Shih Tzu’s weigh about 10-16 lbs and are approximately 10 inches tall. They have short legs and are longer than tall.
Shih Tzu Dog Facts #10- Joined AKC Toy Group in 1969.
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