Accessories
- A Guide to Dog Identification Methods- If your dog runs away and gets lost, you can increase its chances of being found if you identify it with one of three common forms of dog identification: a dog id tag, tattoo, or microchip. This article introduces you to these three forms in hopes that you find one appropriate for your pet. Be forewarned, identification may not be an option. In some states, it’s the law! Especially since animal control facilitates are required to look for IDs before euthanizing, adopting out, or shooting strange dogs (as allowed in agricultural communities).
- Safe and Dangerous Dog Toys- Regardless of how cute they are or how fun they look, some dog toys simply aren’t safe. Every dog toy is designed to keep pups entertained, but it’s your responsibility to ensure the dog toys you provide won’t harm your curious canine. Here’s a guide on how to select the safest ones.
- Dog Supplies – A Fun Shopping List for a New Dog- Bringing a new dog into your home can be a nervous experience for both you and your canine. But you can help ease this nervousness with some fun new toys and dog supplies. Here’s a list of some great suggestions:
Food. The food that you feed your dog should be age appropriate, healthy, and flavorful. For the best choice, consult your vet. He may recommend that you avoid dog food that uses a corn filler since it has been shown to irritate dog’s skin.
- Types of Dog Leashes-
Just like with dog collars, dog leashes vary with a dog’s age and size. Lightweight leashes for example, are most appropriate for small dogs while the heavier leashes are appropriate for large dogs. With either sized canine, use one of the six foot leashes if you’re teaching your dog basic training. The four footers are for the smaller dogs and the eight footers are for dogs that complete training exercises performed at a distance. The following further details the types of leashes you’re most likely to encounter.
- Using Doggy Doors- Giving your dog the freedom to enter and exit the home is really convenient. Imagine all the times you have to stop doing whatever it is that you’re doing to let the dog outside. When you’re right in the middle of washing dishes? Talking on the phone? Folding laundry? Doing homework? Those things don’t mean very much to a dog with a full bladder! Instead of turning into a 12-hour doorman, consider installing a doggy door. Doggy doors are tickets to canine independence.
