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How to Choose Dog Clothes

December 27, 2019January 14, 2020 - by Jarrod Marcelino

When your little pup will be seen adorning the latest pet fashion then expect to get noticed. It will be hard for people to ignore a cute little dog donning trendy and colorful Hawaiian shirts. So the next time you take your dog for a stroll and he is dressed up in the latest pet fashion, do not be surprised if people come up to you and compliment you on how cute and adorable your dog looks. Not only will you find yourself enjoying the attention, your dog will be too. You will end up making new friends and so will your dog.

Let me share some tips with you on how to get your dog to put on a sweater to keep him warm in public:

Make him try on the clothes both in and out of home. Give him incentives to wear them for example handing him dog treats would be a good ice breaker to get him started.

Do not be hasty about it and take your sweet time to dress up your pup!

Choose clothes that are both comfortable and convenient for the dog to wear. Try looking for Velcro closings or snaps, and sweaters with slight big arm holes. But do not forget the style quotient!

Once your dog gets used to putting on clothes on and off at home, you will find it easy to dress him up in public lest it gets cold or windy.

Like fashion depends on the personal style for us humans, dogs too have their own unique personalities, thus do not forget that when choosing their clothes!

Picking out clothes for girl dogs is relatively simpler as one could simply choose that pick bow with the matching lace and your work is done but it can get a little …

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10 Reasons to Use Daycare Services for Your Dog

December 24, 2019December 24, 2019 - by Jarrod Marcelino

Your pet dog is an integral part of your family. As you embrace a pet dog you make so many efforts to ensure its comfort and care. Be it creating a personalized space or buying special food and toys, you do every that makes your dog feel at home. You would also use portals like iSelect to buy insurance for your dog to ensure that no vet attention is missed and it stays healthy always. However, oftentimes when you are off to work, your dog is left alone at home. This is where daycares can help you and give it the attention it needs throughout the day. Here are some reasons which would convince you to look for daycare for your pet.

● Relieve boredom and separation anxiety

When left alone for long hours, dogs get very bored and develop anxiety. This may result in aggressive or destructive behavior like undue barking, chewing, or howling. Your dog will get a healthy environment in daycare and all these behaviors will be prevented.

● Build a routine

Dogs are creatures that love routine. Sending your pet to daycare will help develop a routine with a fixed time for a walk, sleep, food, and play. This keeps your dog happy and healthy.

● Regular exercise

Exercise is an important part of your pet’s health regime. Daycare regularises exercise routine and ensures that your dog gets it daily. This keeps them active and maintains the energy level.

● Give attention to your pet

Dogs need your attention, love, and affection all the time. While you are at your office, daycare can provide your dog with the necessary attention. You should choose daycare where the staff loves animals. Make sure that one staff member stays with your dog from drop to pick up.

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What To Look For When Shopping For Designer Dog Products

December 19, 2019January 14, 2020 - by Jarrod Marcelino

Designer items for dogs are becoming more and more popular. While some people definitely don’t understand it, those who only want their pets to have the latest and greatest understand completely. You can find designer dog toys, collars, leashes, dog bowls, pet carriers, dog beds and even dog furniture. There are a few things to keep in mind when you’re shopping for any of these items.

Chew Toys

Chewing is very common among puppies but can extend into adult doghood. Dogs are usually considered puppies up until the age of 2. Puppies sometimes love to chew on shoes, clothing and furniture and they usually do it when they’re left alone. If your dog is a chewer then consider getting them chew toys. These are usually rubber toys that your dog can gnaw on safely without causing damage to your property or their teeth.

Stuffed Animals

Does your dog like to cuddle with stuffed animals? Do you find that they’re taking your child’s stuffed animals and playing with them? If this is the case, consider buying stuffed animals that are made especially for dogs. You can find cute bunnies, squirrels and a variety of other stuffed animals and shapes that your dog will enjoy cuddling up to at nap time.

Play Toys

Chew toys and stuffed animals could probably be considered play toys. However, play toys are toys that you use with your pet during play time. Whether you’re playing fetch or tug of war some good play toys include knotted ropes and stuffed bones. You can find designer toys that are made of rope but are found in various shapes including cherries, crabs, ducks and other farm animals, cupcakes, cherry pastries and more.

Designer Dog Accessories

Accessories available for dogs include clothing, costumes, collars with jewels, hats, booties and more. …