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Underground Dog Fences Keep Dogs Safe

c eothe — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 22:50:50 +0000

Chaining a dog to a pole or one of those running lines similar to a clothesline should realize how this would affect a dog. There may be reasons that the owner of the dog uses this method, but I just cannot see the relationship between an owner and a dog that this is a requirement to benefit anyone other than the owner. Why have a dog if this is what they can only expect from the owner, no companionship, togetherness, respect or love. I am sorry for being so blunt, but this is unacceptable for any dog to be treated in such a way to live a life without being part of the family.

If there is a problem keeping your dog in the home and the outdoors is the only alternative, consider installing an underground dog fence that keeps your dog safe and has room to run and exercise at their own will. Underground dog fences are not hard to install with a small trench just wide and deep enough to bury the wire, and the garage or basement is a good dry place to set the transmitter that is set to the distance of the perimeter. Flags are set in equal distances, then walk your dog around the perimeter showing them the flags for just how far they can go before hearing a beeping sound, and then a slight shock transmitted to the dog’s collar, this will alert them that have have gone too far, you the pet parent will be pleased on the performance of the underground dog fence that protects your dog. Be Happy!

Everyone Has Their Own Bathtub, Even Doggies

c eothe — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 03:38:12 +0000

Back when dog bathtubs were not heard of, and the pet parent wanted to bathe their dog, the kitchen sink was a good place, but only if the pet child was small and controllable. Some dogs were bathed in the bathroom if there was a bathtub that would accommodate medium to large sized dogs, but this was at times quite an experience if the pet parent did not watch out for the dog shaking water off their bodies when they least expected it. This was their way of ridding themselves of excessive water, but what a big mess that was. Brushing your dog before bathing is a good idea removing the excessive hair that they may be shedding, and during bath time there is not as much hair loss that makes cleaning up so much easier.

Dogs having their own dog bathtubs are now becoming very popular, and are so convenient because the bathing occurs outside the home. The dog bath tubs are adaptable from large to small dogs, but if they are very tiny, it might just as well be easier and safer in a small tub of some sort, or even in the kitchen sink. Some people that are not pet parents most probably think that this is unsanitary bathing a dog in the kitchen sink, but why not. Tiny babies have been bathed in the kitchen sink from time to time and there was no harm to anyone, just clean out the sink as you would for anything else, and besides, the pet parent has control over the depth of water for the pet child to remain safe in an environment that is acceptable. Be Happy!

Underground Or Wireless Dog Fence, Which One Will It Be?

c eothe — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:14:39 +0000

I cannot emphasize enough regarding the underground dog fences and the wireless dog fence, just how stable they both are in keeping control over your dog outdoors in your front or back yard. I have mentioned before that I have had personal experience with the underground dog fences that we installed ourselves, and I will tell you that my dog respected the dog fence with very little training. After digging a small trench, the wire was set around the perimeter of our house, and the training flags were set in place, I put a leash on and walked him around the perimeter to get the feel of what was with these silly flags. He would try to go ahead of me and see what in the world was going on here, but as soon as he did, a constant clicking would begin and if he walked over the flags, he would receive a shock, not a drastic one, but one that he learned to respect very quickly.

The wireless dog fence is attached to the ground, no digging is necessary. Each dog fence has their own collar and adjusts accordingly to levels of correction for your dog. The wireless dog fence is portable and can be plugged into a cigarette lighter of your car, boat or RV. We took our dog on vacation with us to visit relatives, and their back yard was not fenced, but I had decided to take the flags and his collar along, so before letting him out in the yard I set the flags all around the area of the back yard, and guess what, he never crossed over the training flags. What a good boy he was. Be Happy!

Use Your Dog’s Bathtub To Cool Them Off

c eothe — Sun, 11 Jul 2010 17:12:03 +0000

It seems as though our summer months were delayed somewhat, but now it sure is making up for it because there have been high temperatures all around the states, and pets suffer from the heat if their pet parents do not make it comfortable for them. I think the No1. Rule is never leave your dog in the car for any length of time while the pet parent runs a quick errand. The temperature in an automobile is extremely high and perhaps some pet parents do not realize how dangerous this can be for their pet. However, the good thing a pet parent can do is bathing their dog when the temperature is high and the dog bathtubs is just the perfect way to cool them off, beside this can be a family affair and fun for all.

The dog bathtubs eliminate all of the mess inside the home and make it easier to bathe them out in the yard under a shade tree with the pet family enjoying the experience. The dog bathtubs are portable and inflatable, and have a connection for the outdoor faucet with a drainage hole in the bottom, also, is heavy-duty, puncture resistant, and lightweight. The first of its kind, the dog bathtubs are for all dogs up to 100 pounds, and just think, no more worrying about shaking water all over you in the home which is certainly a plus because as we all know, that is a big mess to clean up. Another good thing about the dog bathtubs is not only for bathing your dog, but also for just cooling them off helping them to tolerate the heat. Be Happy!

Keep Your Dog Cool and Clean During the Hot Days of Summer

c eothe — Fri, 11 Jun 2010 20:06:40 +0000

We will be approaching into the summer days in a couple of weeks and trying to stay cool is a priority, not only for us, but also for our dogs, because it seems as though they continuously pant because they are too hot. Sometime during these upcoming hot months, pet parents can jump into the shower anytime they feel like it and sometime twice during the heat of the summer just to stay cool, but what about our pet. Many dogs do not like to be bathed no matter what time of the year it is, but having a dog bathtub outdoors under the shade of a big tree can be refreshing for them, and they can shake off the water all they want, not messing up the inside of your home. Dog grooming salons have this service, but how fun is this bathing your own dog in their own dog bathtub with the handy and convenient portable dog wash.

If you take your dog to a grooming salon, pay special attention to their skin if they have been scratching more than usual, they may have an allergy and some dog bath soaps and shampoo may irritate their skin. Consult your veterinarian on what is best for your dog, especially during the upcoming hot months. The dog bathtub is only for large dogs and can be very dangerous for those little precious cuties that will enjoy their bath in the kitchen sink. Some pet parents may just put a garden hose over their dog to cool them off, but when it comes to really bathing them, the dog bathtub is the answer that has a convenient drainage hole in the bottom, and a place to attach the garden hose for filling it with water. Be Happy!

Safety for Your Dog with an Underground Dog Fence

c eothe — Fri, 04 Jun 2010 14:42:19 +0000

We talk about training dogs to do different things upon command, and when accomplished is a great day around the pet parents’ home knowing you can depend on your dog to behave. Almost everything we do with our dogs goes through some sort of training, whether it be potty training, the ‘heel’ command, or having an underground dog fence for your dog. Command training is usually something that does not just end, but continues throughout your dog’s life as a reminder to obey, because sometime they may forget. If the pet parent has a large front and back yard and wants to be able to let their dog outside without worrying, underground dog fences will not take away the beauty of your home.

There is nothing like letting your dog have the run of the yard and know that their safety is under control. Underground dog fences are easy to install with minimum effort by digging a shallow trench to lay the underground wire, then after covering the trench, flags are set several feet apart inside of the fence. A transmitter and receiver is used for training and the flags are an indication of just how close the dog can approach the underground dog fence before a warning clicking noise is heard. The underground dog fences are awesome for your dog to have the run of the yard and still keep safe in doing so. Be Happy!

Does Your Dog Have Their Own Bathtub?

c eothe — Tue, 04 May 2010 04:33:10 +0000

Doggy has doggy order and needs a bath, but the only place you can do this is in the home bathtub. Now if your dog is a tiny little thing, then you could get by bathing them in the kitchen sink. There is probably a sprayer on the faucet that slows down the flow of water and does not drown the poor little thing. But, what about your bathtub for the larger dog, is there a sprayer attached to the bathtub faucet? I once knew of someone that would give her dog a bath in their own bathtub, but she had to get in the tub with her dog. I bet that was quite a sight, but she did get the job done. The one thing to keep in mind is that your dog’s coat needs attention at least once a month, for optimal beauty. Some dogs may be allergic to regular baths and may have skin irritations because of the soap used, so you must be careful and pay attention to your dog’s skin. Some people would think this is ridiculous but it is important for your dog’s health and happiness. It is such fun to see them roll over after getting their bath. Guess it feels good and maybe tickles them, who knows? Try to brush your dog regularly for a healthy coat. They love this attention and it makes them feel good. Some dogs have longer hair than others do and this takes more time in their grooming. Their hair can be matted and that is not an easy process to try and untangled the mats. Just try to stay on top of your dog’s cleanliness.

Have you heard of a dog bathtub? There is now such a thing that is a portable dog wash that you can bathe your dog outside or in your garage. The portable dog wash is the first of its kind, and is such fun bathing your dog outside in this awesome dog tub. This tub is easy to set up, simply inflate the dog bathtub and connect it to your garden hose. It has an adjustable multi sprayer for variation of water flow. With the front zipper opening, your dog can go in and out with no problem and will love this outdoor experience. On the bottom is a drain that easily drains the used water. Besides all of the other features, the dog bathtub is for all dogs up to 100 pounds and is made out of puncture resistant material. This is a great way to keep your dog clean and healthy, and the clean up after, is minimal. Be Happy!

Control Dead Stinky Varmints

c eothe — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 19:31:32 +0000

I talked to a friend yesterday to keep in touch and find out how they were all doing. Snowing, she said, but the days upcoming is supposed to be warmer. Sometime last year a couple of dogs were wandering around their area and one ran away, but the other dog decided to go home with these newfound friends. Unfortunately, the previous family did not take good care of them, and being unhappy ran away. My friends took her into their home, fed her, and let her have the run of the house. Well, she made herself comfortable on the living room sofa and refused to get down when her new pet parents told her to do so. This dog also had and still has a separation anxiety toward her new family and wants to go everywhere they go. However, the dog won out on this problem because she is riding in their pickup truck all of the time. However, one evening when she was waiting in the truck for her pet family to finish their dinner at a local restaurant, she became bored and started tearing up the front seat of the truck. That became a huge problem, because that was a naughty thing to do to someone who was giving her a loving and caring home.

Things started to settle down with her behavior, but every time she went outside, she would wander off to investigate. There are several acres around the home for her to roam and hunt. The problem is she brings things home that are annoying to the pet parents. Such as a rotten deer leg, horns off a dead buck, dead squirrels, rabbits, dead birds and whatever else she could find. After a few weeks of this nonsense, guess what the pet parents did? Installed an underground dog fence around the perimeter of their home, which gives the dog a lot of room to run and play without wandering off to no telling where. They are still having a few problems because she ignores the training flags and goes across the line. The underground fence installer that they hired is coming back this week to increase the voltage. Evidently, the shock that the fence emits was too low. After the correct voltage is adjusted accordingly to keep this dog within the area designated, then her safety and well-being will relieve the concern of her pet parents. It will not take long before she will know not to cross the line. Then all will be happy campers, and good-bye to stinky dead varmints. Be Happy!

Happy Easter to Pet Parents and Their Pets

c eothe — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 15:07:13 +0000

Petguardianangel and Petsafetyblog wish all a Happy Easter

I was just thinking the fun we had as children growing up and having Easter egg hunts on Easter Sunday. All the preparations ahead of time dying eggs, coloring them and creating delightful Easter baskets with goodies galore. Please keep in mind that dogs love chocolate, but do not give them any because it can be fatal. You do not want to experience a tragedy that could have been avoided. Give them one of their treats they love instead.

Just because we are not children anymore does not mean that this tradition should stop, and I am quite positive that it is still a celebration that will go on … Happy Easter , and Be Happy!

Safety And Security With An Underground Dog Fence

c eothe — Sat, 27 Mar 2010 19:56:40 +0000

Yard fences are great to have, but some areas do not allow fences to be installed other the ones that are already in place. However, suppose you do not live in an area such as this and have a sizable front and back yard that your furry friend would love to run around and play in, but not fenced. This is a dangerous situation in keeping your dog safe. Most dogs will not stay within the perimeter of the home and have a tendency to roam checking out the neighborhood. Helplessness and heartbreak that many pet parents experience when they cannot find their family pet, causes emotions that pet parents do not want to face. Your dog may have slipped out of the front or back door when accidently left open, or you may already have a fenced yard, but digging is their favorite pastime when bored and can escape underneath the fence out of curiosity. There is a choice that should be made in protecting your dog by installing an underground dog fence. Underground dog fences do not require a great amount of labor or materials to construct. Maybe you overlooked the area that you wanted to install the fence and decided that you wanted a larger or even smaller fenced area. Move the fence to you and your dog’s need for better use of performance. Safety and security for your pet is important in containing your dog to an area that will be safe without constant worry for their safety.

Some underground dog fences will contain your dog in your yard up to ½ acre and with additional wire and flags, up to 5 acres in size and contain an unlimited number of pets. There are only three basic steps in the installation, and then you are ready to train your dog to their allowed areas of safety. Training flags come in the installation kit and will require placing them a certain number of feet from each other to a distant that you do not want your dog to cross. Underground fences for dogs deliver a slight shock through a special collar worn every time the dog wanders out of a designated area on your property. The intense shock depends on the strength of the system you purchase and will have more than one setting of control. Usually most dogs will catch on to their limits quickly and happily stay inside the yard. In the flag training, walk around with your dog showing them what the purpose of the flags are. Once you are confident your dog knows their boundaries, the flags can be removed, but this may take several weeks. If you ever move to a new location, the underground fence can be removed and installed once again. Be Happy!