Winter & Orthopedic High Performance Shoes

AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION IS WORTH A POUND OF CURE !OUR SHOES STAY ON !I have seen other shoes as well... what makes yours worth buying over others? THE RUBBER, THE FIT, THE EASE OF USE, THE ONLY ONES THAT STAY ON, FUNCTIONALITY, THE DURABILITY, THE COMFORT LEVEL FOR THE DOG AND THE PEACE OF MIND FOR YOU KNOWING THAT YOU INDEED DID BUY THE BEST WORLDWIDE !!! AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION IS WORTH A POUND OF CURE !OUR SHOES STAY ON !I have seen other shoes as well... what makes yours worth buying over others? THE RUBBER, THE FIT, THE EASE OF USE, THE ONLY ONES THAT STAY ON, FUNCTIONALITY, THE DURABILITY, THE COMFORT LEVEL FOR THE DOG AND THE PEACE OF MIND FOR YOU KNOWING THAT YOU INDEED DID BUY THE BEST WORLDWIDE !!!WHY DOG SHOES ?NEO-PAWS ™ Shoes/dog boots protect against broken glass, burning cigarettes, electrical shock, hot asphalt, allergens, foxtails, burrs, ticks, rocks, metal objects, salt, dirt, mud, snow, ice or any abrasive surface. They protect hardwood floors, leather upholstery, boat seats and swimming pool liners from dog nails.The dog shoes were designed to prevent burning pads and cuts and to comfort hip dysphasia during walks and sporting activities. They also protect against injury from dragging paws. The dog shoes offer shock absorption and prevent dogs from slipping on icy or wet surfaces as well as hardwood and tile floors.NEO-PAWS™ fit any breed or size of dog. So when you're choosing the right shoes (and the left) think .... NEO-PAWS™ !WHY HIGH PERFORMANCE?: These shoes are the ideal rain and snow shoe, as well as being perfect for water sports and protection from wounds caused by dragging paws. They are orthopedic and recommended daily by veterinarians worldwide for paw injuries and to comfort hip dysplasia, degenerative myelopathy and arthritis . This is the shoe of choice for walks, sporting activities in water and in the winter season.The upper is of a water-resistant neoprene material and the sole is made by an injection molding process which resembles that of a running shoe. The rubber is formed to cover the entire paw area of the shoe and rise around the seams. Heel reinforcement has been added for maximum durability. This process has been developed for your dog's ultimate comfort and protection.If added quality, strength and performance are required, High Performance shoes are the footwear of choice. They are more rugged resulting in a longer life span. A dog does not have to be an athlete to wear the High Performance shoes.Used and recommended by veterinarians. Black only.The shoes are sold in PAIRS = 2 SHOESFront paws and back paws can be different sizes!!The best way to size your dog is to have her step on a piece of paper and then trace around her front paw and then also her back paw. Once you have done that measure the length and width of the oval and that is the size for your dog.Still not sure what size to order for your dog?

Send me an email at cs@lucysdoghouse.net with the breed and size of your dog in lbs.

xs length 1.5" width 1"
xs+ length 1.75" width 1.25"
s length 2" width 1.5"
s+ length 2.25" width 1.75"
m length 2.5" width 2"
m+ length 2.75" width 2.25"
l length 3.25" width 2.5"
l+ length 3.5" width 2.75"
xl length 3.75" width 3"
xl+ length 4" width 3.25"
xxl length 5" width 3.75"

Keywords: pet supplies, dog shoes, dog collars, dog beds, dog toys

Conditioned Response Principle

One of the key principles of dog training is the principle of “conditioned response.” The idea is that you can set up your dog’s environment in such a way that it learns to abandon its destructive behavior through its own mistakes rather than by your instruction. Below are two common examples of problem dog behaviors and how the princple of "conditioned response" can be used to resolve them.1. My dog is digging up my yard. How can I stop this destructive behavior? First, you must purchase some chicken wire from your local hardware store and some styptic powder from you local pet store. Before you begin, you must observe your dog’s favorite digging spots and pinpoint them in your mind. Then, you must remove your dog from the yard, and you must not allow it to watch you as you set up its environment. Cut about a 4 by 4 foot section of chicken wire and plant it under the dirt in all the locations where you dog likes to dig. Once you’re finished, release your dog and wait for the conditioned response. More than likely, your dog will go back to the locations where it dug before and proceed to dig as usual. Except now, it’s going to learn a novel lesson. Namely, that digging is going to cause it serious discomfort and pain. Once your dog associates the condition (digging) with the negative response (pain) it will automatically stop its destructive digging habit. There is, however, one drawback to this technique. If you have an aggressive digger, then you should monitor your dog for any cuts or bruises. That’s where the styptic powder comes in. If you notice a cut in your dog’s paws, gently pour the styptic powder on the cut and allow it to cauterize the bleeding. Within a matter of days, you can conditon your dog to abandon its destructive digging habit by using the principle of "conditioned response."2. My dog chews my furniture, my shoes, and my valuable belongings. What can I do to end this destructive behavior? Go to your local pet store, and purchase a spray bottle of bitter apple. Remove your dog from your house and do not allow it to see you set up its environment. Spray your valuables (i.e. furniture, shoes, and socks) with bitter apple and place them in locations that your dog can easily access. Then allow it to come in and let the trap do the rest. As usual, your dog will go back to its old habit and start to chew its favorite shoe or furniture. But now, it’s going to get a bitter surprise. Your dog will associate the condition (chewing) with the negative response (bad taste) and it will stop its destructive chewing habit. It's important to remember, however, that all dogs need to chew, so you must repeat this process a second time. Now, you must place your dog’s favorite chew toys next to the items that were sprayed with bitter apple. This time, your dog will be reconditioned to chew its own toys rather than your valuable possessions. Thus, by conditioning your dog, you can positively reinforce a good habit (chewing designated toys) over an undesirable one (chewing your valuable possessions). As you can see, by applying the principle of “conditioned response” you can teach your dog exactly what you want without ever getting frustrated with the training process.

About The Author Armen T. Ghazarians offers advice and articles for those interested in training their dogs like the professionals. His blog http://www.newdogtrainingsecrets.com


Keywords: pet meds, dog toys, dog beds, dog collars, pet supplies, dog training, dog bowls

Canine Genius

Named in honor of genius Leonardo da Vinci, Leo marks a renaissance in dog toy design! On its own Leo is a great bouncing, fetching, tugging and challenging treat-dispensing toy. You can also link multiple Leo toys together! When the dog toys are connected, the treats inside can move from one toy to another. Design puzzles specifically for your dog's individual problem-solving level. Completely hollow, and made from a durable and irresistibly chewy space-age material, Leo is loads of fun. Large, medium, and small dogs love playing with Leo! Leo comes in "Regular" for medium to soft chewers, and "Tough" for medium+ chewers.

Dog Mounting, Humping, Offensive Sniffing

Of course, we all know that dogs are dogs, not people. However, when it comes to certain behaviors, humans are sometimes offended or embarrassed by their pets!Some of the things that dogs do may seem ill mannered to humans, but to dogs they’re simply natural behaviors that help them to explore their world, learn about others and establish relationships. Things such as sniffing one another’s private areas, mounting one another and wrestling with other dogs, sometimes accompanied by play biting and growling can seem rather off-putting to humans.However, since dogs use these behaviors to establish their pecking order with other dogs, it’s usually best to “leave well enough alone.” When humans interfere by stopping their dog from interacting with other dogs in these ways, it can serve to exacerbate the situation, making the more dominant dog feel even more the need to assert his leadership.For example, when dogs sniff each other at body parts that humans find offensive, it’s because they use their sense of smell to get to know one another. With their strong olfactory abilities, dogs can learn a lot about one another through scent alone. Questions such as male or female?, leader or follower?, and young or old? are all able to be answered by dogs through sniffing.Mounting one another is another behavior that humans sometimes find offensive, but is natural for dogs. Since dogs are pack animals, they use shows of dominance or submission to establish the pecking order between themselves and others. It can be easier to let the dogs work things out on their own once you understand that the dogs do not intend to procreate (unless there is a female in heat, in which case, keep them separated!) and are not doing it for recreational reasons.Another thing to understand is that dominant leadership has nothing to do with size or gender in the dog world. There are plenty of little dogs who have more dominant personalities than larger dogs and vice versa. Nothing you can do will change that.Once dogs have met one another and have done their “dominance dance,” they’ll usually begin playing together. Just like baby lion cubs will play using mannerisms such as stalking and pouncing, so do dogs play using mannerism of biting, wrestling and growling. As long as things are not escalating into a dog fight (which they usually don’t), there’s no need to interfere by separating the dogs.Of course, if your dog does things to humans, such as greeting them at the door with an offensive sniff, mounting your children or play biting with humans in ways that are far too rough, some obedience training will be required. While it’s fine to allow dogs to be dominant over their dog friends, it is not acceptable for your dog to consider himself dominant over the humans in the household. Implementing some obedience training and building the amount of respect your dog has for family members should alleviate the issue. If you need help, contact a knowledgeable trainer for assistance.All in all, when it comes to potentially offensive dog behaviors, understanding that a dog is an animal and this is how they communicate can help alleviate embarrassment when these behaviors are displayed.

Article written by Lori VerniLori Verni is a freelance writer, Certified Master Trainer and owner of Best Paw Forward Dog Education in Holly Springs, NC. She also proudly brings you all of the free articles on FreeDogTrainingInfo.com, and has a book available: Everything You Need to Know About House Training Puppies & Adult Dogs. The book can be purchased at www.FreeDogTrainingInfo.com

Keywords: dog toys, dog beds, dog collars, pet supplies, dog training, dog health

Dogs’ Fear of Thunderstorms

Spring and summer are times of year that can be difficult for some pets and their owners. While most dogs are fine with thunderstorms, others are downright traumatized. With symptoms ranging from barking when they hear a thunderclap, to severe hysteria, chewing or self-injury, this can be a serious problem for both the dog and his owner.One of the biggest difficulties in overcoming a thunderstorm phobia is that you can’t always predict when there will be one. Sometimes they occur when you’re home and can work with your pet, but other times they’re in the middle of the night or while you’re not home.The first step is to work on some basic obedience commands with your dog. This will help build his confidence in general while also teaching the meanings of “no” and “good dog.” In addition, you’ll be able to use the obedience commands to teach your dog that even during thunderstorms he can behave “normally.”Next, you’ll need to purchase a thunderstorm CD or cassette. Ironically, these are found in the relaxation section of any place that sells music. You’ll be using the CD to desensitize your dog to the sound of the thunderstorms.In the beginning, play the CD on extremely low volume as background noise while you go about your day-to-day activities around your home. If your dog acts afraid, gently tell him “no,” and redirect to a more appropriate behavior, such as doing some obedience commands or playing ball. Gradually increase the volume until you’re able to work with your dog during a more realistic sounding storm.The most important part of this exercise is to make sure you don’t accidentally praise your dog while he’s afraid. If you pet your dog in an attempt to soothe him, instead of feeling soothed he will feel as if you’re saying “good boy, acting afraid is good.” Instead, use a gentle “no” and redirect as described above. You may need to use his leash to help him.Another important factor is your own behavior during real storms. If you act anxious, your pet will pick up on it and think he should be anxious too. Refrain from constantly checking the weather on television, peering out windows, etc.Atmospheric pressure may be an additional trigger. It can help to work with your dog during regular rain as well, so he can learn under less severe circumstances that this is an acceptable weather condition.Last but not least, be sure to confine your dog to a safe area such as a crate if you won’t be home. This will likely comfort your pet because he’s in his own special safe place, plus will keep him and your belongings safe should he become upset while you’re out.By following these steps, your pet is likely to improve dramatically. These tips can also be applied to fireworks phobia as well. Working with an educated, experienced trainer can help too. By practicing with your dog in advance, hopefully both you and your dog can rest more easily next time there is a storm!

Article written by Lori VerniLori Verni is a freelance writer, Certified Master Trainer and owner of Best Paw Forward Dog Education in Holly Springs, NC. She also proudly brings you all of the free articles on FreeDogTrainingInfo.com, and has a book available: Everything You Need to Know About House Training Puppies & Adult Dogs. The book can be purchased at www.FreeDogTrainingInfo.com

Keywords: dog toys, dog beds, dog collars, pet supplies, dog training, dog health

8 Simple Visual Indicators Your Dog Is Fat

Your dog is fat. OK, possibly not.But there's a very good chance he or she is, and you don't even know it.Statistics vary, but veterinarians report that as many as 25 - 44% of all dogs are overweight, and that obesity is the number-one canine health disorder. Obesity is defined as weighing over 15% more than the standard accepted weight for the dog's height.With nearly half of our dogs weighing in on the heavy side, it's no surprise, then, that obesity-related conditions are on the rise within the pet population. These conditions include diabetes mellitus and orthopedic, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, endocrine, respiratory, immune and reproductive disorders. These can be devastating conditions for your dog to live with.Doctors ascribe the rise in obesity to a combination of the general lack of fussiness of dogs, their natural gorging behavior, and insufficient exercise.And since dogs don't do their own grocery shopping or prepare their own meals, we must add to this a prevailing ignorance among their owners in providing a nutritious, well-balanced, calorie-controlled diet.Do you know if your dog is fat or fit? Do you know her daily caloric requirements? Do you know what factors may mitigate those daily caloric requirements?Did you know regular dog food is packed with sugar and fat to make the toxic crap they put in it palatable?A healthy dog is ready to eat at any time. Some dogs quite literally can eat while flat on their side and more or less asleep. Therefore, it is pointless to use your dog's begging behavior as any indicator of how much to feed him.Knowing how many calories he needs and how that translates into food will help keep him trim and healthy. Energy needs for the dog change throughout his life, increasing the more active he becomes, and, as you might surmise, decreasing as the dog reaches his senior years.Your vet will help you determine if your dog's weight is on target, or if she is headed for fat city, and all diet-related considerations should definitely be discussed with your vet before introducing any major changes into your dog's nutritional sphere. But, before your next office visit, you can do an assessment to determine (albeit imprecisely) your dog's general body condition and weight.Can the ribs be easily felt with slight fat cover, or are they difficult to feel under moderate or thick fat cover?From the side view, do you see an abdominal tuck?Is there thickening at the tail base?From the overhead view, is there a well-proportioned waist?Or, from the overhead view, does she have a marked hourglass shape? (an indicator of being underweight)Or, from the overhead view, is the back slightly or markedly broadened at the waist? (indicators of being moderately to severely overweight)Is your dog slow to rise or move around?Is she reluctant to exercise, or does she tire easily with activity?Individual metabolism, exercise, age, environment and overall health will determine what your dog really needs to remain lean and healthy. Since your dog can only have so many calories every day, it is important to pack lots of nutrition, bulk and appeal into those calories.Our wildly popular Dog Food SECRETS-- information products can help you step-by-step overcome your nutritional naivete.Embracing this information doesn't mean you have to prepare every meal with a set of scales on the counter, no. Do it a few times and you can do it forever.After you determine your dog's caloric needs, the ideal solution to meet those needs is to prepare your dog's food at home, where you can have total control over the caloric and nutritional content.Our books can help you there, too -- as it includes a collection of easy, healthful, natural and delicious recipes created with your dog's palate and welfare in mind. In fact the Silver and Gold packages include over 200 easy-to-make healthy recipes.

About The Author Andrew LewisDiscover everything you need to know about http://www.thedogfoodconspiracy.com/dog-food-secrets.php , the 1 element in dog health. Subscribe to http://www.thedogfoodconspiracy.com newsletter to learn more.

dog health, dog toys, dog treats, dog bowls

Treats That Pooch CANNOT Eat!

Anyone who has ever owned a dog will know that they are not particularly fussy eaters, to put it mildly! Anything and everything that can be consumed will pass through pooch’s digestive system at some point, and by no means will all of it be food as we know it!Your dog also has a very well developed sense of smell, so that what he or she considers to be “foodstuffs” (yesterdays chicken bones in the kitchen trash can, for example), stuff that you may believe is hidden (i.e. out of sight) is as evident to your dog as the nose his face. Rest assured that your dog will find anything that can be eaten, wherever it is! Ninety-nine percent of the time, this will not be a major problem. An inconvenience maybe when tonight’s dinner that was cooling in the kitchen miraculously disappears, but not a major drama. The problem is that dogs (obviously) have little or no knowledge of whether what they eat is good or bad for them, nor do they care. Reverting to the previous example, every human probably knows that, whilst beef or lamb bones are a delectable treat for Fido, chicken bones are a definite no-go, owing to their tendency to splinter and stick in the dogs throat. However, not every dog owner is aware that some of the everyday foodstuffs that we consume and take for granted, and are happy to give to our families, could be very dangerous, even potentially lethal, if given to your dog.For example, were you aware that the simple chocolate bar that is stashed at the back of your fridge might actually constitute a potentially deadly hazard for your four legged friend? This is potentially a major problem, as the majority of dogs seem especially partial to chocolate, in my experience. Whilst it has been recently reported that it may be high in human-friendly antioxidants, the problem for your dog is that chocolate contains various chemicals, which can be highly dangerous, if not lethal. Sadly, consumption of relatively minor traces of these chemicals can cause your dog such serious medical problems as increased heart rate, palpitations and so on. Large amounts could even lead to total cardiac failure, seizures, coma and eventually death.Of course, we have to keep this in perspective and it is extremely unlikely that one small piece of chocolate given as a “treat” every now and then will harm your dog in any way. However, be aware that different breeds of dogs show different levels of resistance to the chemicals in chocolate, and that the dogs size and weight would also be a factor to consider. Whilst a pound of the wrong kind of chocolate might kill a smaller dog, it may merely cause a Bull Mastiff or a Doberman to have a day or two of digestive discomfort, and no doubt one or two unpleasant “accidents” along the way!The simple answer is the obvious one, so don’t give the family pet huge amounts of chocolate! At the same time, take precautions to minimize the risks, by making sure that any chocolate in the house is stored above the dogs “forage level” and that your family members, especially young children, know not to give their chocolate away! There are a few other goods that we consider to be food that, again, may not be too good for the family dog. Some strains of mushroom, for example, can cause your pet problems (liver and kidney damage, abdominal pain) and, whilst garlic is extremely good for humans, it can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs. The bottom line is, do not assume that just because you can eat it, so can your dog.Whilst he will regularly devour a host of things that you would never go near, understand that there are a few things that your digestive system handles without problems that your dog just cannot cope with! For more dog caring and training hints, tips and suggestions, visit my site at http://webbiz99.com/dogtraining/index.htmlAbout The AuthorSteve Cowan is an Asia based businessman and writer,as well as an international racing driver and full time father.To discover more,visit his blog -What’s New Today,Stanley?- at http://webbiz99.com/

Keywords: dog carriers, dog toys, dog beds, dog collars, pet supplies, dog training, dog bowls