Tuesday 30 September 2014

Infographic: Pet Proofing Your Home

We all know it’s important to puppy proof a home…but sometimes, once our dogs are out of that chewing stage, we forget that there are still so many potential hazards around the house. Today we wanted to share this special infographic from Trade Price Tiles about dangers in your home:

Then there was that time at the bordello with Dr. Lorie

This has been an almost unbearably terrible week for those in the veterinary profession, and those who love animals. First the awful news that Dr. Sophia Yin had passed away, and then not one day later, we learned of the passing of another tremendous voice and educator, Dr. Lorie Huston. Like many of you I […]

Lucky Dog Star to Host OC Race for the Rescues

As the star of the CBS Saturday morning series Lucky Dog he helps hard to adopt shelter pets get on the right track toward finding forever families, and as the host of the upcoming Race for the Rescues Orange County celebrity animal trainer Brandon McMillan will cheer on participants as they help to put homeless […]

Monday 29 September 2014

Thank you, Dr. Yin

When I was in school, I accumulated a lot of textbooks. Books from the titans, the Nelsons and the Feldmans and the Fossums. I stood in line at the bookstore with these heavy tomes weighing me down, and noticed every other person in line with a tiny mahogany text balanced on top of their piles. “What’s […]

Pit Bull Mix Susie Named American Hero Dog

Her past will filled with pain, but thanks to the love of a forever pet parent a Pit Bull mix named Susie has not only triumphed over her own tragic beginnings, she has helped to create a better tomorrow for both people and pets. On September 27th the kind-hearted canine was honored for her efforts […]

Review: Look Who’s Happy Dog Treats #MyHappyDog

Irie and Tiki love nothing about their job more than the opportunity to act as treat testers! Both girls had the chance to test out the new Look Who’s Happy! treats this week, a line of USA-made treats available in two lines: Fetch’n Fillets™ and Tempt’n Tenders™. Of course, before feeding new treats to Irie […]

Sunday 28 September 2014

REVIEW: Vivamune Health Chews

A while back we told you that we were giving Vivamune a try. Not only are Irie and Tiki taking it but our cats are testing out Vivamune as well. (Irie laid off the chews for a couple of weeks while on medication, just because we didn’t want to get confused, but has otherwise been […]

Saturday 27 September 2014

RECALL: Bravo Issues Select Recall

September 26, 2014 – (Manchester, CT) Bravo of Manchester, CT is recalling select lots of Bravo Turkey and Chicken pet foods for dogs and cats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. The recalled product was distributed nationwide beginning on November 14, 2013 to distributors, retail stores, internet retailers and directly to […]

Friday 26 September 2014

True Blood Star Visits Best Friends Sanctuary

Kristin Bauer van Straten, whose seven-year stint as an immortal on the hit HBO series True Blood has come to an end, recently showed her undying devotion to pets in need through her real life role as a Best Friends Animal Society Celebrity Ambassador. A long-time supporter of the renowned animal welfare organization, the actress– who […]

Thursday 25 September 2014

10 Ways to Help Your Dog Enjoy Car Travel #ProTips

This post is sponsored by Rachael Ray Nutrish. All thoughts and opinions are our own. As always, thank you for reading and supporting our sponsors. We know that many people think that ALL dogs love to travel… …but, the more people we talk with, the more we realize that many dogs are reluctant to travel […]

Fido’s Freebie Friday Gets Ready for #MyHappyDog

This week we’re making plans for our upcoming #MyHappyDog Twitter party for Look Who’s Happy™ dog treats! I have to say we have some happy dogs here; not only are they treat testing this week (their favorite job) but Irie is also getting to enjoy some mini day trips! Since her ACL surgery, she has […]

3 ways to save money on pet care

If you were awake at 7:50 this morning and happen to have been watching San Diego 6, you’d have seen me trying with varied success to get a very sweet and nervous Saint Bernard to eat some treats. You know what they say about pets and kids. But that’s OK, because Gabana was still a […]

Wednesday 24 September 2014

Breaking Bad Star Shines Spotlight on Animal Haven

Actor RJ Mitte, who portrayed Walter White, Jr. in the multi-Emmy Award-winning AMC drama series Breaking Bad, has stepped in front of the camera to help New York City dogs and cats who are hoping to one day be cast in the role of a beloved family member. In an interview with US magazine, the […]

Tuesday 23 September 2014

Kristin Chenoweth Song Remember Me Thursday Anthem

A Tony Award-winning actress known for using her voice to help those who cannot speak for themselves, Kristin Chenoweth has once again offered one of her ballads as an anthem for Remember Me Thursday– Helen Woodward Animal Center’s global pet adoption campaign. Saddened by the staggering statistics, which state that 10,000 dogs and cats lose […]

Amanda Seyfried Promotes Save Them All Campaign

She’s starred as a bride-to-be in the silver screen adaptation of the stage musical Mamma Mia! and as Cosette in the cinematic retelling of Victor Hugo’s classic Les Misérables, but when she’s not on a movie set actress Amanda Seyfried steps into the real life role that’s close to her heart– that of a loving […]

Monday 22 September 2014

It’s the Little Things: A #GetHealthyHappy Giveaway!

It’s the little things that matter so much in our dogs’ lives. We may eye that expensive dog bed or great vacation destination with the big price tag but, when it gets right down to it, it’s the smallest things that make the biggest impact in our dogs’ lives. You can make a major difference […]

GIVEAWAY: Win a Kurgo Atomic Drop Hammock!

Let’s face it: mud happens. And, in the fall, it can happen a lot. Recent rains in our area have us battling mud and muddy paws, but we’re not letting that stop us from our much-anticipated day trips. Now that Irie is recovering from her ACL surgery, we’re finally able to return to an abbreviated […]

Kyle McClellan Takes #SRDogTreatChallenge

A Major League Baseball player has stepped up to the plate to help canines in crisis by stepping in front of the camera to eat a dog treat. Nominated by St. Louis Blues captain David Backes, Kyle McClellan is one of the doggedly devoted sports stars who has taken the #SRDogTreatChallenge, which was recently launched […]

Celebrities Promote Remember Me Thursday

On September 25, 2014 people with a passion for compassion will help to illuminate the need to help homeless animals as they light a candle both in memory of the millions of dogs and cats whose spark of life was prematurely extinguished, and as a beacon of hope for those who can still be saved. […]

Announcing the #MyHappyDog Twitter Party!

We’re so excited to announce that we’ve got another Event Barkers Twitter party on the calendar! As you know, we host Event Barkers parties along with All Things Dog Blog and To Dog With Love, and they’re all fast, fun, and filled with prizes!  Our latest event is the #MyHappyDog party featuring a new brand […]

Monday 15 September 2014

DIY: How to Make an Interactive Feeder or Toy #PAW2014

Pet Appreciation Week (PAW) is coming up at Tractor Supply stores everywhere from September 17-21 with a special in-store event on September 20! Tractor Supply just recently wrapped up a big $10,000 contest for shelters and this week they’re turning the attention to both pets and shelter pets with special events and promotions. Living in […]

David Backes Takes #SRDogTreatChallenge

Always ready to offer an assist to dogs in need, St. Louis Blues team captain/Athletes for Animals co-founder David Backes recently helped to take a bite out of the problem of animal abuse by taking the Dog Treat Challenge. Dog devotees can also help the paws cause– which was launched by Stray Rescue of St. […]

Kaley Cuoco to Host Stand Up for Pits in L.A.

Television viewers know her as Penny on the hit CBS series The Big Bang Theory, but fans of Fidos recognize actress Kaley Cuoco-Sweeting from her real life role as an animal advocate. A proud pet parent to multiple Pit Bulls, the star will once again act as host when the Stand Up for Pits tour […]

Irie and Tiki Model Martha Stewart Pets Costumes!

OK, I have to admit it: my inner stage mother did a backflip when I got an email from MarthaStewart.com asking if Irie and Tiki could model some Martha Stewart Halloween costumes for their site. I’m a huge fan of Martha Stewart Living magazine and love Martha’s projects…so I was thrilled at the prospect of […]

Wizard World Richmond and updates

Wizard World Richmond rolled into town this past weekend, and it was a good time!  I beat my income record for a show, finally got a nice sporran for when I wear my kilt (most shows), which I got for drawing up that dog up there.  The crowds were decent, the tips for free sketches […]

What a Fun #WorkLikeaDog Party!

Last night, we enjoyed another great Event Barkers Twitter party! Co-hosted with To Dog with Love and All Things Dog Blog, this party celebrated Zuke’s treats and the annual search with The Bark magazine  to find the country’s most dog-friendly workplaces. Is your workplace dog-friendly? You can still nominate your company or organization! The party […]

Saturday 13 September 2014

Kevin Bacon Promotes #KissedByaPit

Pet parents with a dogged devotion for their Pit Bulls can be just one degree of separation from Kevin Bacon by following the Footloose star’s lead and taking part in the Kissed By a Pit campaign. The actor recently stepped in front of the camera with Lily– a Pittie who plays a prominent role in […]

Friday 12 September 2014

Celebrity Autobiography to Help Pets in Need

Fans of Fidos, felines and famous faces will soon gather in North Hollywood for an event that will combine glitterati with giggles for a good cause as stars step on stage to read celebrity memoirs, and in the process help homeless dogs and cats turn the page to a new chapter in their own life […]

Countdown to the #WorkLikeaDog Twitter Party!

 It’s almost time to punch the time clock–or at least login to Twitter–for Zuke’s #WorkLikeaDog Twitter Party! The countdown is on to the party on Sunday night from 8-9pm ET when Zuke’s will be giving out over $750 in prizes, all to celebrate the annual Bark magazine’s Best Places to Work contest, presented by Zuke’s. […]

Who do you remember?

I remember this about September 11, 2001: I felt very lonely. It was my senior year of veterinary school. My husband, who had only been my husband for about 2 months, was far away in San Diego. My mother was the one who called me, waking me up to tell me to turn on the news. […]

Thursday 11 September 2014

Fido’s Freebie Friday Prepares to #WorkLikeaDog

The countdown is on for the next Event Barkers Twitter party, the Zuke’s #WorkLikeaDog party on Sunday night at 8pm ET! If you’ve never been to one of the Event Barkers parties we co-host with All Things Dog Blog and To Dog With Love, you’re in for a lot of fun! We kick off the […]

Wednesday 10 September 2014

Danica McKellar Promotes Pet Adoption Tour

On September 13th an actress who portrayed a young girl just starting out on the road of life on one of television’s most beloved series will help to drive the public’s attention to the start of a pet adoption tour as it embarks on a journey along America’s most iconic road. Danica McKellar, who starred […]

10 Reasons Your Dog Should Wear Booties

Ouch! How many times have you walked outside barefoot and said, “Never again!” Today we’ve got 10 great reasons for your dog to wear booties in this easy-to-share infographic brought to you by Snuggy Paws, a great way to protect your dog’s paws year around! Share this Image On Your Site Snuggy Paws is a […]

Celebrity Dogs Take Part in Strut Your Mutt

As a celebrity dog she’s accustomed to walking the red carpet, but on September 6th Luna– a Boston Terrier who stars with Simon Pegg and Rosamund Pike in the soon-to-be unleashed dramedy Hector and the Search for Happiness– was at the starting line at Best Friends Animal Society’s Strut Your Mutt in Los Angeles, walking […]

Review: Zuke’s Genuine Jerky #WorkLikeaDog

One of our earliest–and most successful–books was a combination guidebook and cookbook titled Texas Barbecue. To write it, we traveled around the state, tasting (…and tasting…) barbecue of every imaginable variety. Once the book was published, our publisher went all out with a big publicity push so we were cooking barbecue on TV, hosting special […]

Tuesday 9 September 2014

7 Tips to Maximize Your Pet’s Golden Years

Quickie sketch with ballpoint pen of my aging boy, Hunter.  Here’s a press release regarding care for elderly dogs!   7 Tips to Maximize Your Pet’s Golden Years September is Senior Pet Wellness Month Pets are living longer and healthier lives thanks to developments in veterinary care and dietary habits. However, that doesn’t change the […]

Surf City Surf Dog Competition Helps Dog Charities

The calendar may say that summer 2014 has slipped away, but don’t tell that to the totally tubular tail-waggers who are getting ready to ride the waves for a paws cause at the 16th annual Petco Surf City Surf Dog event. Taking place from September 26 – 28 at Huntington Dog Beach, hot doggies Moondoggies […]

Lance Bass Fosters Rescue Dog

A former multi-platinum-selling boy-bander with a heart of gold, Lance Bass is helping a dog in need say “Bye Bye Bye” to life without a forever family. The one-time ‘N Sync member, who today hosts the Sirius XM radio show Dirty Pop, is currently fostering Jackson, a 1 1/2-year-old cuddly canine from Lucky Puppy Rescue […]

Monday 8 September 2014

Step One to #GetHealthyHappy – A Vet Visit

We recently told you about our cat Coco’s journey to lose weight using a prescription food from Hill’s. We’d tried other weight loss foods in the past and had the same results time after time; Coco hadn’t liked the food so we hadn’t stuck with it. This time was different, though; using Hill’s Metabolic prescription […]

GIVEAWAY: Win Snuggy Boots Socks for Fall!

Autumn weather means evenings at home, snuggled into something soft and cozy–like soft slippers and socks. Your dog, especially senior dogs, arthritic dogs, or any dog with mobility issues on slippery floors, will also appreciate traction socks to help on tile, laminate, hardwood floors and even boat decks. We’ve got a new giveaway from Snuggy […]

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Bloggers: How to Fetch a Book Publisher #PetBloggerMonth

September is International Pet Bloggers Month, a time that, for us, holds special significance. If you’re new to DogTipper, you may not be familiar with our background; before John and I were pet writers, we were travel writers, specializing in guidebook writing. For years, we worked on international guidebooks (along with some guidebooks to our […]

Dreams Can Come True!

I will be posting a full recap of this past weekend’s Baltimore Comic Con sometime this week or early next week, but I wanted to get some new content up for today, so I’ll share this little thing that happened. Cerebus was a comic that ran for 300 issues from 1977-2004.  It’s about an aardvark.  It’s […]

Zuke’s Treats: A Look at the #WorkLikeaDog Prizes!

The countdown is on to the Zuke’s #WorkLikeaDog Twitter party on Sunday, Sept. 14 from 8-9pm ET! We hope by now you’ve RSVP’d for Sunday night’s party–but, if not, it’s not too late to RSVP and to enter our pre-party giveaways. Even if you’re not on Twitter or not able to attend the party Sunday […]

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Sunday 7 September 2014

How to Try Vivamune for Free (You Pay S/H Only!)

You’ve heard us talking a lot about Vivamune this past month. We’re giving our dogs (and cats) Vivamune once-daily health chews, specially created for healthy skin and coat, joints, and digestion. (If you missed our earlier post, be sure to check out our piece on these healthy, USA-made chews. It answers many of the questions […]

Saturday 6 September 2014

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Your Dog’s Horoscope for September

September: the notorious “back to school” season, the beginning of autumn, and a new cycle of the astrological calendar. It also means more monthly dog horoscopes from the talented pet psychics at Hollywood Psychics. September is shaping up to be an emotional month for almost all the dogs of the zodiac; read on to find […]

Friday 5 September 2014

New York’s Funniest Reporter Helps The Humane Society of New York

As news hounds they have a talent for sniffing out a story, but on September 14th seven media professionals will transform from journalists into jesters as they raise funds for a paws cause while raising people’s spirits at the 9th annual New York’s Funniest Reporter Show. The following journalists will help to set the stage […]

Sons of Anarchy’s Theo Rossi Promotes Street Dog Defender Campaign

As fans of Sons of Anarchy get ready for the hit FX show’s final season they can also watch actor Theo Rossi, who portrays SAMCRO Intelligence Officer Juan Carlos “Juice” Ortiz, in his real life role as an animal advocate as he helps to shine a spotlight on the plight of street dogs. Touched by […]

Thursday 4 September 2014

Fido’s Freebie Friday Recuperates from ACL Surgery #WorkLikeaDog

This past week has been one of rest and recuperation for Irie as she heals from last Monday’s TPLO surgery for her torn ACL. She’s still in the cone but we head back to the vet on Monday morning to get the staples removed and the cone off…hooray! As we’ve launched the Zuke’s #WorkLikeaDog Twitter […]

Guest Blog Post by Casey Shulman

Ensure Your Pets’ Safety with Pet Insurance Written by Casey Shulman. Medical treatment for pets is costing American pet lovers $1,000 every 6 seconds. As newer technologies and advanced forms of treatment come into play, pet insurance can provide a safety net to help lower the cost of caring for your pet. Although pet insurance may […]

Is Your Workplace Dog Friendly? #WorkLikeaDog

We are so fortunate that we can take our dogs to work every day. Working at home, our dogs have their own “desks” (OK, dog beds) in each of our offices. When we’re traveling, they happily help us research dog-friendly destinations or, if we’re out promoting books, they assist us, as at this recent book […]

Wednesday 3 September 2014

Doris Day 90th Birthday Celebration DVD Helps Animals in Need

She’s tickled our funny bones in classic comedies like Pillow Talk and Move Over, Darling, and now Doris Day has touched our hearts as a DVD of her recent 90th birthday celebration helps to give the gift of a better tomorrow to animals in need. Doggedly devoted fans who were unable to attend the weekend-long […]

Bows ‘N Ties Helps San Francisco SPCA

As animal lovers we are known for wearing our hearts on our sleeves, and now thanks to a San Francisco-based design house fans of fashion and Fidos can show the world their dogged devotion by donning a tie or scarf which seamlessly weaves together style with substance to help a paws cause. Bows ‘N Ties […]

Guest Blog by the AVMA

Ensure Your Pets’ Safety with Pet Insurance   Medical treatment for pets is costing American pet lovers $1,000 every 6 seconds. As newer technologies and advanced forms of treatment come into play, pet insurance can provide a safety net to help lower the cost of caring for your pet. Although pet insurance may not be […]

Tuesday 2 September 2014

I take back everything I’ve said about writing being fun and easy

There is nothing that will make you gain an appreciation for a creative process than attempting to do it yourself. You know, like those people who scoff at the museum and say, “A kid could do that!” and then go home and paint something absolutely horrid. Or those people who look on Pinterest or food blogs […]

The best day of the year is here!

It’s National Dog Day, a day to celebrate the love and bond we share with our canine companions. It’s hard to top. What could possibly be better than National Dog Day?   Having your birthday fall on National Dog Day. Especially if you’ve always proclaimed that dogs are pretty much the best thing ever. It […]

Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon Benefits Helen Woodward Animal Center

Rovers are riding a wave of excitement as they get ready for the start of the 9th annual Surf Dog Surf-A-Thon– an event that combines sport with support for a paws cause. Taking place September 7th, more than 80 Moondoggies will hang 20 at Del Mar Dog Beach in Del Mar, California in a canine […]

Monday 1 September 2014

Understanding The Reasons Related With Yorkie Barking And Reducing It If Necessary

Understanding The Reasons Related With Yorkie Barking And Reducing It If NecessaryMany people residing in apartments who purchase a Yorkie puppy for its high level of intelligence and small toy size, but one of the big glitches lies with Yorkie barking. Try and determine if the behavior of the dog is necessary.

Yorkies are small and lovable dogs, with certain colorful personalities, and they always have a tendency to bark. However, if you ever want to purchase a Yorkie for its looks, your neighbors might be in dismay as the dog has a tendency to bark at every possible noise it hears. Thus, proper training is necessary if you want to control your dog’s barking temperament.

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It is an inescapable reality that pet dogs are born to bark. It is your duty to understand even more concerning the reasons for your Yorkie's incessant barking sensation and resolve the problems accordingly. Nevertheless, if you begin your research well, you will certainly find various methods and also likely things, which can aid you to deal with the troubles, your dog is presently dealing with. No matter the refinement and reproducing over a number of millenniums, this type of pet dog breeds is constantly linked with an urgent should vocalize associated with the requirements and also feelings. However, there are some exemptions of course. For example, let's take Kori as a tiny example, who is a Yorkie yet never ever barked even the smallest noise. Hence, prior to you attempt and quiet the Yorkie's barking, you need to know the factors of the barking procedure as well as the different other reasons of barking, which can be easily controlled.

Comprehending the Reasons

Yorkies always shout for different reasons and primarily, during their angrier moods. They also bark the moment when amazing points take place or when they are frightened. There are different factors when your favored animal canine could begin barking. Several of those are irritation barking, focus seeking bark, territorial barking, alarm barking, greeting bark, uncontrollable barking and also disease or injury related bark.

From these factors, you can note that barking could be defined as a dependable option of your Yorkie to share their feelings. It is beside difficult when you prepare to quit the dogs from barking or their willingness to show their ideas, without thinking exactly what you are planning to do to hinder the unwanted actions. You have to discover the answer to the inquiry on ways to stop a Yorkshire from barking, to create a relaxed setting.

Stop the Terrifying Bark

There are times when the adorable Yorkie might continue their barking trouble, no issue what you do. Yorkshire Terrier barking is rather conveniently controlled. Very first check if the actions is necessitated or otherwise then answer some basic concerns. Make note of the moment when pet generally starts the barking program. Examine exactly what your dog is barking at and whether your York has a various trigger or not. If you discover that he barks due to any type of unusual noise or for securing its area, you merely can not stop your dog from barking. In fact, always keep in mind that negative support associated with area can quickly lead to aggression or attacking.

Create a Safe Environment

Rather than chewing out them and attempting to quit the Yorki from barking, you need to focus towards a particular atmosphere, where he really feels that its region is secured. This will certainly begin when you take control of your family. You require to be the most consistent leader and also show the animal that no person can organize the area, apart from you. Following, you can lower the invasive hazards linked with its territorial policy. You need to draw that blinds keeping him having a look at the mailman. Moreover, you could also try and develop nontransparent fencing associated with that he can not view the outside portion of yard as well as prevent them from making any call with the home windows.

Quit Anxiety Related Barking

To assist quit the barking, you should show your pet dogs to stay silent. For that, you could try and also develop a command, which will certainly enable you to regulate the associated behavior of the dog and managing the idea of barking, when necessary. In situation your pet has any anxiety issues, then the barking symptom will boost. They will certainly begin barking till the time your return from your everyday chores. After returning from work, you tend to bath them with love as well as focus. Avoid doing that and also start dismissing your pet dog for lengthy 10 to 15 mins.

Learn how Control Of Your Yorkie

You must take skilled recommendations from specialists, specifically pet instructors. There are various approaches made use of to inhibit the extreme barking tendency of your Yorkie as well as develop a relaxed atmosphere. The barking of your Yorkie must not become a nascence on your neighborhood if you know the excellent methods connected with measured fashion.

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Colin West Guest Blog Part 2

Here is part two of the guest blog post from Colin West of colinspack.com  I hope it helps!  There’s some great info in there. Remember, if you have any dog related content, be it blog posts, comics, sketches, stories, and would like to get them online AND help me out through a busy time, shoot […]

Oliver on the Mend for #FueltheLove with Zuke's

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