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Monday, 18 December 2006

SUPERSIZED PETS

SUPERSIZED PETS

Dirty Dogs Quote of the Week: If your dog is fat, you aren't getting enough exercise - Unknown

While your making your list of New Year's resolutions, take a good look at your dog. Pets are getting fatter according to University of Minnesota Veterinarian Julie Churchill. "By the time dogs and cats reach middle age, nearly 50 percent are overweight or obese," she says. America leads the world in dog ownership. However, at the same time it also leads the world in obesity reflecting the percentage of overweight humans. You may want to think about starting an exercise program with your dog. Starting a walking program costs next to nothing except for a good pair of walking sneakers. I would recommend an eight foot leash for your dog because it gives your dog more freedom to walk. A harness is a better choice over a collar because there is less stress on the neck. However, if your dog is not a well behaved walker, I would use a Halti, which is a gentle leader collar which fits on the muzzle of the dog. The Halti enables you to have more control over your dog while walking. When starting a new exercise program, always make sure you check with your doctor and your vet. Your dog will always have time for you and they will make it a point to regularly take you along for a walk. They will ensure that you follow a fixed routine of walking.

Happy walking!

~Lynn Edwards

About Lynn Edwards: Lynn Edwards is the owner of Dirty Dogs Pet Services. She has been grooming for nine years. She owns two grooming/retail stores and a mobile grooming service. Her company focuses on using and promoting all natural pet products.

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CALLING ALL DIRTY DOGS

Dirty Dogs Quote of the Week:: “Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole” Roger Caras

The cold weather is finally here. We were very lucky this year with a warm November. Now that the weather is cold, we must not neglect our furry companions this time of year. We recommend that you still have your dog groomed during the winter months, usually every six to eight weeks. If your dog gets a haircut, you may not want to have it cut as short as you normally do. I personally suggest that you keep your dog the same length all year round. Their coat keeps them warm in the winter and insulates them from the heat in the summer. That does not, however, mean that you don't have your dog groomed during the cold weather. They still need their nails and pads clipped, maintenance groin clip, ear cleaning, deshedding {removes dead hair} and a bath. Oatmeal and aloe vera baths are great for this time of year when the dogs spend most of their time indoors with the heat on. Your groomer must make sure your dog is bone dry before leaving the shop. If your dog does get his hair cut, you may want to buy them a jacket or sweater. I prefer fleece, flannel or nylon. I have a Standard Poodle, Michael, that I keep his hair not to long and not to short, and a full length jacket keeps those awful snowballs from sticking to his legs and belly. I don’t seem to have any luck with sweaters. They seem to knot Michael’s hair while the other materials do not. If you want your dog to wear booties, you may have to practice in the house several times before trying the great outdoors. Please keep in mind if your dog does not wear booties, you need to check their pads when they come in from the snow. They can get little ice balls in their pads which can cause frost bite. Also, be careful of using rock salt. This may be irritating to your dog’s feet. There are products like Soft Paw that specifically make salt that is safe to use for your pet.

Hopefully the cold weather will pass quickly and before you know it spring will be here. In the mean time, please keep your pet warm, healthy and happy.

~Lynn Edwards

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