Wednesday, June 3, 2009

Keep Your Dog Cool in the Summer

Keep Your Dog Cool in the Summer

Dogs do not sweat. When you see Fido panting, that’s him trying to cool off. Works great in normal climates and during weather that isn’t too warm. But when the temperature starts rising, it’s time to start taking measures to keep Fido cool, because all the panting in the world isn’t going to make him comfortable in the heat of summer. Some tips on how to help your pooch beat the heat:

Baby Pool full of cool water – or a basin for smaller dogs. Just make sure they can enter and exit easily.
Ice in the water bowl. This will keep the water cool and some dogs love to chew on the ice! Make sure there is triple the amount of water available than you would normally leave. Dogs consume a LOT of water on hot days.
If your dog is going to be outdoors, make SURE that there is ALWAYS a shady spot for him to lay in.
Don’t leave your pooch in the car. (I know you all know this... enough said!)

Keep Your Dog Cool in the Summer

Keep Your Dog Cool in the Summer

Dogs do not sweat. When you see Fido panting, that’s him trying to cool off. Works great in normal climates and during weather that isn’t too warm. But when the temperature starts rising, it’s time to start taking measures to keep Fido cool, because all the panting in the world isn’t going to make him comfortable in the heat of summer. Some tips on how to help your pooch beat the heat:

Baby Pool full of cool water – or a basin for smaller dogs. Just make sure they can enter and exit easily.
Ice in the water bowl. This will keep the water cool and some dogs love to chew on the ice! Make sure there is triple the amount of water available than you would normally leave. Dogs consume a LOT of water on hot days.
If your dog is going to be outdoors, make SURE that there is ALWAYS a shady spot for him to lay in.
Don’t leave your pooch in the car. (I know you all know this... enough said!)

The Humane Society / Stop Puppy Mills

Thursday, May 28, 2009

Orangebone

OrangeBone

A new kind of pet store where rescue rule!

The first pet store in the country where bringing home a dog can mean saving a life!

WOW!

Doggie fashion and accessories
Gourmet Treats
Rescued pups from local shelters looking for a forever home

I'm all over this. Check it out at www.orangebone.com

Yardenne

Tuesday, May 12, 2009

HOUNDS FOR HOPE

Hounds of Hope is a non-profit dog rescue foundation that is passionately dedicated to saving the lives of adoptable dogs that are about to be euthanized in the high kill shelters of Los Angeles. We strive to find the safest and most loving homes for unwanted, neglected and/or abused animals.

Educating people on responsible pet ownership is very important to us. We believe that once you choose to be an animal guardian, that animal’s happiness and quality of life is in your hands. Being an animal guardian can be a huge responsibility, but it can also be a very beautiful and rewarding experience for both you and your adopted dog.

In order to place a dog in a suitable home, we have a screening process which includes an adoption application, reference checks and a potential adopter home check. This ensures that both the adopter and the adoptee coexist harmoniously. It is important that this be a good match so that we can make sure that the dog’s second chance at life in their new home is a safe and loving environment.

Thousands of animals enter the shelter system in Los Angeles every month. Sadly, most times less than half of the dogs turned in to the shelter make it out alive. YOU can make a difference. If you are thinking of adding a beloved pet to your life, please consider adopting a rescue from the shelter or from a rescue group like ours.

http://www.houndsofhope.com

Sounds like a solid organization, let's help.

Tamir yardenne