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Chiweenie Pictures

ozarkmountaindave — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 13:17:09 CST

Feel free to add a picture of your Chiweenie to the page!

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Help create a beautiful display of Chiweenies for all to enjoy! Click EasyEdit to add a photo of your Chiweenie to the table below.
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yorkie blogs

Pawpawnnc — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:45:23 CST

"Waterside Yorkies" - A blog for and about Yorkshire Terriers and their owners. A place to learn and laugh about Yorkies, told by their owners or the dogs themselves. Blog is located at http://www.watersideyorkies.blogspot.com/ .

aPaws Pooper Scooper Directory - Kansas

stinkies — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:24:39 CST

www.aPaws.org

Find A Pooper Scooper Service In Your Area!
aPaws is a trade association of professional pooper scoopers. Our main concern is making sure pet waste is cleaned up from residential and commercial properties. We uphold a strict standard of what is to be expected of our members in the care and treatment of all animals.

Pet waste is a problem we all face whether we own a dog, cat, horse, goose, etc. Most cities have adopted pooper scooper laws requiring you to clean up after your pet or you will be fined. Having your yard cleaned up by a pooper scooper weekly will save you time and money.

aPaws requests that each of our members maintain General Liability Insurance to meet their own state requirements for business insurance. However, aPaws cannot be held responsible in the event that our members allow their coverage to lapse. Maintaining uninterrupted General Liability Insurance is the ultimate responsibility of each individual aPaws member.

Your affiliated aPaws animal waste specialist in Kansas is:

Stinkies Pet Waste Removal - We Scoop Poop! - Kansas City & Surrounding Communities

aPaws Pooper Scooper Directory - Missouri

stinkies — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:21:41 CST

aPaws - Professional Animal Waste Specialists

www.aPaws.org

Find A Pooper Scooper Service In Your Area!
aPaws is a trade association of professional pooper scoopers. Our main concern is making sure pet waste is cleaned up from residential and commercial properties. We uphold a strict standard of what is to be expected of our members in the care and treatment of all animals.

Pet waste is a problem we all face whether we own a dog, cat, horse, goose, etc. Most cities have adopted pooper scooper laws requiring you to clean up after your pet or you will be fined. Having your yard cleaned up by a pooper scooper weekly will save you time and money.

aPaws requests that each of our members maintain General Liability Insurance to meet their own state requirements for business insurance. However, aPaws cannot be held responsible in the event that our members allow their coverage to lapse. Maintaining uninterrupted General Liability Insurance is the ultimate responsibility of each individual aPaws member.

Your affiliated aPaws animal waste specialist in Missouri is:

Stinkies Pet Waste Removal - We Scoop Poop! - Kansas City & Surrounding Communities

Dog Blogs

ixlovextracexcyrusx — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 17:40:01 CST

please go to http://www.kayseaonline.blogspot.com thanks

The Big Dog Blog

New blogs about the Nepali Pup Art are up at the Danger Dog Blog Your dog can be immortalized through Fair Trade Art. You get a great portrait of your pet and 3 artists in Nepal gets much-needed work.

The blog has recently featured Dachshunds, Labs -- Chocolate, Black and Golden, Spaniels, Greyhounds, and Nepali breeds of dog such as Tibeten Mastiffs and Shakiri Kukor.

Here is the lovely dog Denver painted by three different Nepalese artists from the same photo. Great dog, hard choice.

Thanks for checking out the blog.

Visit faith's pet blog @ www.petsittingsouthbay.com
WellPetUSA Blog

English Bulldog Abbie's Bulldog Blog

Here's Stella, wearing her Obama dog bandana:
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My baby Buffy while he is sleeping. Buffy is probably cockachon or Lhasa Apso/Poodle mix. And he is just 2 months old. But isn't he adorable in his sleeping??

I am a Bichon, a lover of life, of beautiful things, an active supporter of rescue and I share my world on my blog.

You can never have too many toys!

Visit Georgeous World and See How Georgeous is Settling into His New Home

Turbo Taj - Border Collie Superstar Blog

Move Over Rover
An all things dog blog

If any of the other dog blogs on here would like to share reciprocal links -- please email me (on my site) with your site link. We'll get a dog-blog ring going.

Visit my blog www.checkersthepeekapoo.blogspot.com

Not your average Dog Blog

Mocha & Bijou - The Life & Times Of Two Very Opinionated Shih Tzu Puppies

Life With Dogs

wikiFido Dog Blog Community

If you're a wikiFido community member with a dog blog, be sure to click EasyEdit and add your blog and link to our directory below!

Butchy & Snickers Blog Butchy & Snickers Original Yahoo 360 Blog	C lover, A Modern Dog Weblog	Miss Sunshade the superDALE	Life According to Molly
See Wolfy at The Bikejoring Blog	BJ's I've Got Lhasatude Blog	BoKnowsOnline.com I am a dog in appearance only. I’m 1’10” and weigh 63 lbs. Although I’m a mutt on the outside, I’m a purebred on the inside. My name is Bo and this is my blog.	Out Out With Ari: 12 Months as a Canine Naturalist www.outwithari.blogspot.com Read about one very special puppy, her life in the natural world, and everything I learned from being with her.
Schnoodle Of The Month Blog - Good Resource!	JustDogswithSherri	ePetsDirect Insider the insider for pet lovers	MyPugsBlog
Fleas Blog	Randolph, A Dog About Town	Moxies on a Mission	Healthy Dog Tips Blog - Written by Dog Lovers!
Adventures of Cody & Alaska	Pumkin's Promise	Girasol	ADOPT A DALLAS PET - ONLINE PETWORK
Toby Little Dude	Paulie the grill cleaner	Tinker the Beagle	Cubby Goes Digital
The Chocolate Dog	Baily's Blog	T-man the Precious Poodle	Texas the Dog
My Name is Boo - Boo's Diary	Isabella	Rachel and Annie's World: It's a Dog Pile of Dog Blogs!	Daschund Diaries
A Frenchie in New York	Wired!	Slutty Puppy	Pappy's Dog Blog
Onion: Celebrity Bull Terrier!	Great Lakes Animal Rescue	Scrappy and Pebbles	How to Care for Chihuahuas
GollyLog	The Designer Dog Blog by www.designermixes.org	Clever Dog Blog	Yoshi & Tsuki: Seeking Shiba World Domination

The Dawg Blog by DawgDad.com

Dog photos & Humor updated weekly!

Dog Blog Directory

Heres the dog blog 411.

Celebrity Dog Watcher Check out the dogs of celebrities!!	Dachsies Rule	Tiger's Log	World of Turbo
Life with a Husky	GunterDog	Casper the American Eskimo Dog	Freda
Puppytoes/Sophie old site	Puppytoes new site	My Friend Dex	A Siberian Husky in the Forest
My Friend Emma	Ditto III the Lemon Beagle Puppy	Poppy, Snowie & Kobi -- The Jack Russell Trio	Splash the Yellow Lab
Niki Gazette	Heidi the Way Under Dog	Pimm the Missouri Farm Dog	Charlie the Golden Retriever Puppy
Bean the Pit	It's a Sibe's Life	I ndyPindy the Husky	Leader Dog Willow and Puppy Stella (liver-nosed labs)
Haley the ball-loving Black Lab	Maddie the West Highland Terrier	A Dog Blog	Spirit the Weimaraner
Daisy Bean	Cubby the Boxer	Charlie & Coco	Big Dog Blog
Cairo the Boxer: One Cool Boxer	The Scriberian Husky	O Mundo de Maya	Holy Terrier Dogs
DogBlog	Opy: The Original GruffPuppy	Happy Doggie Life	Ireland
Jack, the German Shorthaired Pointer	Poppy’s adventures	Furkids in Hong Kong	Roo Roo Times
Dogging It	A Siberian Husky in the Forest	The Terriorists	Cal's Place
E llie the Boxer	Wandering Spirits Kennels	L ex's Top Secret Blog	Husky Adventures in Human Land
Squirrels Are Evil!	If Dogs Could Speak	Choose and Raise a Puppy	Doggie Bloggie
Abby K9 - Such a Dog's Life My Wikifido Page	Talon the Affable Yellow Lab	Bella's Boxer Shorts	2 Dogs & a Pup: Westie Trio
LuvMyPuppers	Bringing up Shelby	Leslie and Clover	China the Medium, Bug-eyed, Red Mutt Dr. Misha Meepenstein's Journal
Anrich	Girasol	My Life Is All About Dogs	Mick Dog
Dogblog	Dusty Doodles Reporting	Me & Them Pet Bakery	Bosco Dog Blog
My Dogs' Daze	Cute Overlord	Big Buddha Puppy	Amstaffie
American Eskimo Dog	Willie the Springer Spaniel	Zoey Mae the Beagle	Lilly the Pug
Sam I Am	Bogart the Airedale	Sam, the World's Ugliest Dog	S tain Glass Shih Tzus
Hotdog Blog	Happy Rescue Tails	A Day in the Life of Zach	Wwoolf’s Blog

Fargo's Words	Pet Peeves	An Alaskan Abroad	Doggy Bloggy
Hank the Dog Blog	Hershey the Doglet	Zach	Fleas Blog
Tin Tin DogBlog	Kingsley the Border Collie	The Humane Society of Dallas Pet Blog	Hudson the Dog

Big Dogs Porch Blog

Single With Papillon

Casper

KAYSEA

please visit her blog by clicking her name thanks very very much!

The Canine Counselor

Blue Heeler Cross

Comet the traveling German Shepherd

Florida Rescued Dogs Blog

Sophie Smith's Dog Blog	Booker's Story: Rescued into Retirement	Life really IS better with Sheltie Hair! Visit our blog for musings about dog sports, agility, flyball, obedience, rally-o, tracking, and therapy dog. Also including canine epilepsy, raw feeding, positive training, Sheltie grooming, and lots and lots of Sheltie hair! http://sheltie-hair.blogspot.com
http://types-dog.blogspot.com		A valuable resource for all dog owners with a complete section dedicated to those with older dogs. Dog health problems, dog skin issues, diet and nutrition, obedience, grooming, allergies, thunder phobia and more. Senility, hip-dysplasia, arthritis and insurance for older dogs. Our blog will keep you automatically updated with any new information we add to our site.

EarthPaw.org: Making Man's Best Friend Earth's Best Friend: A collection of environmental focused tips and stories to help us reduce our dog's carbon

St.Clair Labradoodle Kennels

bootss1 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:52:56 CST

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Honors Dog Training

oddicy — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 19:23:04 CST

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Trained Family and Companion Dogs For Sale

offleashk9 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:47:04 CST

What Should I Feed My Dog?
What you feed your dog really does matter

Many people ask us, "What do you feed your dog?" They see the way that our dogs' coats are so shiny and feel how they are so soft!

We feed a food called "Taste of the Wild". There are three different flavors of this food, but they are really all the same in nutritional content. Taste of the Wild (TOW) is a grainless diet, meaning that it is made without the corn and rice fillers that are found in most shelf brand foods (such a IAMS, etc). The ingredients only include materials that are highly digestible and useful to your dog's body.

Since this is a high quality food, it is slightly more expensive than your average brands, however you end up feeding MUCH less because it takes less to give your dog all the nutrition his body needs. The foods are designed for all stages of life, so it is appropriate for puppies on up to older adults.

Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids are added to the food blend, to give your dog the shiny coat and nice skin that he was born to have! Take a look at the website for more information about the nutritional content. In addition to the plus side of having a healthy coat and skin, your dog's "output" will be much smaller and easier to pick up! This is because he is now absorbing more of the ingredients, and leaving very little behind.

Currently, TOW comes in only a dry formula, but is working on a canned version of its popular food. It's important to give dogs, especially little dogs, crunchy kibble as part of their diet, to assist in keeping your pooch's chompers healthy. If you decide to give canned food, be sure to mix it in with the kibble so that your dog is getting the best of both worlds. We recommend a brand called "Wellness" that is also a grainless formula, and can be purchased at Whole Foods Supermarkets.

Off-Leash K9 highly recommends Taste of the Wild for your dog, We have personally seen a HUGE improvement in the condition of all our dogs, to include coats, skin and energy endurance within three weeks of switching from Science Diet to TOW.

For more information of professionally trained dogs for sale, visit www.offleashk9.com.

Off-Leash K9 Tulsa Dog Training Tips

offleashk9 — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:45:24 CST

Dog Training tips from Tulsa Dog Trainers

Teaching Child and Dog Safety

According to the Humane Society of the United States, 4.7 million people are bitten by a dog each year. 80% of those bites are by dogs the people know. It is also estimated that half of the reported bites are on children under the age of 13. Children under the age of 5 are most likely to be bitten, and again, most of these bites come from a dog that the child knows, such as the family dog or that of a relative, neighbor or friend.

Children seem to be more likely to be bitten by dogs than adults. But why is this? For one, a child has a tendency to make more sudden movements than an adult, and quick movements can sometimes stimulate a dog’s prey drive (the instinct within a dog to give chase). Also, children speak in higher pitched voices, and often are louder than adults. This can sometimes startle a dog, making him likely to bite. Children also can frustrate a dog by rough play and teasing, or they can inadvertently inflict pain with the pull of a tail or a poke in the eye. Finally, smaller children are closer to a dog’s eye level, making it easier for a dog to feel threatened by eye-to-eye contact, which can result in the child being bitten in the face.

How then can we keep our children safe around dogs? It is important that parents and teachers instruct children on how to approach and handle a dog. Here are some child and dog safety tips from a professional dog trainer:

1. Never approach a dog you do not know. The dog may look friendly, when in fact, it may not be. People think that a wagging tail means the dog is friendly. This is not always the case. Many people have been bitten by dogs that were wagging their tail, so stay away from dogs you do not know.

2. Always ask the dog’s owner for permission before you pet the dog. This even applies to dog’s you know. You never know when a dog, feeling startled or cornered, may attack. Even friendly dogs are candidates to bite.

3. Do not invade the dog’s space. Allow the dog to come up to you and sniff the top of your closed fist (palm down). If the dog doesn’t want to come and greet you, respect that and leave it alone. Don’t approach a dog from behind or straight on. Approach the dog from the side, and remember to not make any sudden moves.

4. Never get in a dog’s face. While this tip is similar to tip #3, it warrants its own paragraph. Getting into a dogs face is very dangerous, as the dog can take this as a challenge and bite. And remember to never stare down a dog. This can also be taken as a challenge, which can provoke the dog’s fight drive. Instead, make eye contact with the dog, and then look away. When you take your eyes off the dog you are signaling to the dog that you are not a threat to them.

5. Never tease a dog. You don’t like to be teased, neither do dogs.

6. Do not approach a dog that has been tied up or left at the end of a chain. Again, any dog that feels threatened could potentially attack.

7. Tell an adult immediately if you see a dog that is loose in your neighborhood.

8. Never touch a dog while it is eating. The dog could feel that you are a threat to take away its food, so stay back and let him finish. This includes dog bones and even toys, if the dog has a strong toy drive.

9. Do not scream or run away from a dog. If you are approached by a strange dog and you feel scared, fold your arms, stand still, look away, and completely ignore it until it loses interest in you and goes away. If you can, back away slowly away with your arms still folded. Do not run! This could cause the dog to begin chasing you.

10. If the dog tries to bite you, put something between you and the dog, and back away to a safe place. Do not fight back, as this may increase the dog’s fight drive and only make him bite harder. Instead, slowly try to back away, or get to safety.

11. Never roughhouse with any dog. No hitting, wrestling, tugging, play biting, etc. These things may be cute when the dog is just a pup, but as that pup grows, they can become more serious.

12. Make sure your own dog knows the pecking order. Dogs are pack animals, meaning they live in a group with a strict social structure. When a dog joins your household, he needs to learn his position within your family “pack.” He is always testing to see if he can move up in rank. For safety and comfort, everyone in the family needs to be higher in the pack order than the dog. For smaller children, try putting their hand and foot in the dog’s food (before you feed the dog). This will get the child’s scent on the food, thus helping the dog understand that even the child is higher in rank than the dog.

13. Never touch a sleeping dog. This could startle him or her, so always speak to a sleeping dog before touching him. He might bite to defend himself before he realizes who you are.

14. Never leave a small child alone with any dog.

15. Never wave sticks or other objects around a dog. Often, when a child waves an uncommon object, such as a stick, or throws a stone, the dog may try to protect itself.

16. Know which parts of a dog’s body are more sensitive to the touch. Most dog breeds will react strongly to having their tail pulled or stepped on. Some dogs do not like to have their paws touched. Also, try to avoid contact with the eyes, ears, and whisker areas.

Teaching your child these dog safety tips can help keep them from being bitten, and can help your child develop a healthy respect for dogs. For more Tulsa Dog Training tips, or to see professionally trained dogs for sale, visit www.offleashk9.com, or call 918-949-STAY.

Handling An Aggressive Dog

If you have ever owned or been around an aggressive or dominant dog, then you know the importance of getting control of him or her. Good obedience training will help keep the dog, other dogs and people safer. You need to understand something about aggressive dogs: Most dog aggression (unless the dog has been bred and trained to be aggressive) comes from one of two places…dominance or fear. If professional dog training is not in your budget, or you simply don’t have the time, here are some suggestions that may help you deal with your aggressive dog.

1. Have your dog spayed or neutered. Doing so will reduce hormonal dominance levels. Check with your veterinarian to discuss your best options.

2. Stop playing rough with your dog. Roughhousing games (like tug of war, wrestling, etc.) teach your dog that challenging you is fun. When your dog wins, he thinks he is stronger than you; and stronger dogs are always higher in the social hierarchy of the pack. In addition, do not allow your dog or puppy to “play bite”. This teaches him bad habits.

3. Teach your dog the “down” command and use it throughout the day. The down position (where the dog is lying down) is a submissive position. Many dogs, especially fearful or dominant dogs do not like this position. So, instead of letting your dog wander around the house or go where he pleases, make him lie down and stay there while you’re preparing dinner, watching television, changing your clothes, etc. Make your dog stay down for at least a full 30 minutes every day.

4. Make your dog work for praise. If your dog approaches you and demands to be petted, then make him sit or down first. He needs to learn that you are the dominant one, and that you make the rules, not him.

5. Lead your dog…stop letting him lead you. You need to be the first one to walk through doors, the first to eat, and the first to decide where you’re going to walk. Alpha dogs never walk behind the pack. They always lead. Establish yourself as the leader by making your dog wait on you.

6. Do not let your dog sleep on the bed. And do not let your dog sleep on your child’s bed. Annette Adams, owner of Off-Leash K9 Dog Training in Tulsa says, “There are sometimes more dominance and aggression problems created by people who let their dogs sleep on their bed, than perhaps any other single behavior.” The pack leader always sleeps on higher ground. Subordinate dogs sleep on lower ground. Being higher (or on top) is a dominance behavior.

7. When your dog misbehaves, correct him. Make sure that your dog gets corrected every time he exhibits an unwanted behavior. If you are uncertain as to the best way to correct them, consult a professional dog trainer. In the meantime, a good, strong “off” will work. Never hit or kick your dog. This can create fear, which in turn can create more aggression.

8. Be the one who decides when your dog is allowed to meet other people and dogs. Do not let your dog immediately run up to people or other dogs to greet them. You need to decide when and how that happens.

Handling an aggressive dog is something that needs to involve a lot of care and preparation, but it doesn’t have to be something that causes you fear. Just follow these tips and you will be on your way to learning how to handle aggressive dogs. Contact Off-Leash K9 Dog Training of Tulsa at 918-949-STAY for more information. Check us out on the web at www.offleashk9.com. You can find more dog training tips there.

Housebreaking 101

Having a new puppy is an exciting thing. But teaching your new puppy to “go potty” outside, not inside can be a stressful task. Fortunately, we can learn how to house break a puppy, helping him or her to understand what behavior is acceptable, and what behavior is not. Here are some house breaking tips to get you started. 1. Routine is everything. Dogs are very routine-oriented. They actually want structure. It makes them feel more secure and safe. And, here’s the big one: it helps them learn faster, as well. Here are some suggestions on creating a routine for your puppy.

Create a food and water schedule for your puppy to establish an elimination pattern. Free feeding and watering makes house breaking more difficult by unpredictable elimination. At Off-Leash K9 Tulsa Dog Training, we encourage our clients to feed in the morning and in the evening. Do not just let them eat whenever they wish. We encourage our clients to let their dog drink water a few times more each day than just when they eat.
Take your puppy out regularly. He should be let out to eliminate when waking up, after eating or drinking, and after playing.
At the beginning, be consistent with the location you want your dog to eliminate.
Tell your puppy to “go potty” or whatever command you want to use, WHILE he is eliminating. The “go potty” phrase linked with the action of going to the bathroom will help him understand to eliminate on command later.
Praise your puppy when he is done.

2. Supervision promotes consistency. While your puppy is learning, he needs to be supervised. Don’t allow him to roam the house at will while he is still learning. Here’s some more tips:

Watch your puppy at all times.
Look for your puppy’s elimination signs (sniffing, spinning, squatting, etc).
If you catch your puppy in the act, startle him and bring him outside immediately and tell him to “go potty”.
If you cannot watch your puppy closely, put him inside his crate. Most puppies will not eliminate in their crates, provided that the crate is not too large for the puppy.
If you find an accident, that means you weren’t watching your puppy close enough. Do NOT rub his nose in the mess as he will not link the ACT of the elimination to the actual mess. He will only see the mess after the fact and become afraid.
Be sure to clean the area thoroughly with an enzymatic cleaning solution.

3. Troubleshoot your mistakes. Notice I wrote “your mistakes”. Most puppy accidents are the fault of the owner, not the dog. Your puppy is still learning, so be patient, and realize that you can correct your own mistakes, thus correcting your dog’s mistakes. Here are some common mistakes and how to correct them:

Your puppy eliminates in his crate:
Make sure that the crate is not too large for the puppy. It should be large enough so that he can turn around, but not so large that he has roaming space. Most dogs will not go potty where they sleep and live.
When catching the puppy “in the act” you take him outside and he will not eliminate.
Put your puppy back in his crate for a few minutes, then take him outside again and give him the command “go potty”. You may need to do this several times until he eliminates. Do NOT let your puppy play before eliminating – use play time as a reward for proper elimination.
You find a mess on the carpet and your puppy looks as if he “did something wrong”
At this point it’s too late to show him where he should eliminate, so clean up the mess with a proper enzymatic solution. If you have scolded your puppy in the past for eliminating in the inappropriate place, he knows that the elimination itself is wrong, but does not know that the ACT of the elimination is the source of your disproval. Start over and keep an eye on your puppy for future “signs”.
Teaching your dog to go within a boundary
If you want your puppy to go to the bathroom in a certain spot in your yard, you must keep him on a leash and take him to the appropriate area that you want him to eliminate. Give him the command “go potty” and wait until he complies. If he does not eliminate, put him in his crate for a few minutes and try again. Be consistent and wait until he complies every time before removing the leash.

If you follow these tips, you can have a happy, housebroken dog. Be consistent and be patient. If you would like more dog training tips, visit the Off-Leash K9 Dog Training of Tulsa article page often for more tulsa dog training tips.

Discipline Is The Key To Training Your Dog

Training Your Dog Is Possible, but it will take some willpower!

Whether you’re an athlete, a concert pianist, a business person, or professional dog trainer, if you are going to be great at what you do, and live the life you’ve always wanted to live, you must become a person of discipline. The great Tom Landry said, “The job of a football coach is to make men do what they don’t want to do, in order to achieve what they’ve always wanted to be.” Well, most of us do not have coaches pushing us every day to succeed, so we must push ourselves.

“To discipline means to instruct a person or animal to follow a particular code of conduct, or to adhere to a certain “order.” Self-discipline refers to the training that one gives one’s self to accomplish a certain task or to adopt a particular pattern of behavior, even though one would really rather be doing something else (from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia).” Discipline makes the difference, and self-discipline is the key. William Penn said, “No man is fit to command another who cannot command himself.”

So whether you’re a professional dog trainer, or just a regular dog owner hoping to learn a little about teaching your dog to obey a few specific commands, in order to discipline your dog, you will first have to discipline yourself. It has been said that “what we do upon some great occasion will probably depend on what we already are, and what we are will be the result of previous years of self-discipline.” So, here are six keys to self-discipline:

First, Forget about the past. Often, past failures keep us from taking any new risks. We grow weary of failing and even become afraid to fail, thus we refuse to even try. But, being a person of discipline requires that you forget about past failures, and move forward with the resolve that this time WILL be different. Maybe you have tried to train a dog in the past and failed. Maybe you have tried to train your dog, only to grow frustrated and quit. Maybe some other dog trainer has told you that your dog is “untrainable”. Forget about that. At Off-Leash K9 Tulsa Dog Training, we can teach you how to train your “untrainable” dog, and we will help you along the way. We will encourage you and instruct you. And best yet, we will show you that your past is irrelevant to what you can accomplish today!

Second, Focus on what you want to achieve. What are your goals? What do you hope to accomplish with your dog? Keep that in the front of your mind. Steven Covey, in his book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, says we should “begin with the end in mind.” That means before we jump in, we know what we want to accomplish, and as a result, we stay focused on that goal throughout the process.

Third, Find someone to take the journey with you. Training your dog can be a rewarding experience. But it can also be a very draining job. Find someone to take this journey with you. It doesn’t necessarily need to be someone else who needs their dog trained. It can be a friend or a family member. At Off-Leash K9 Tulsa Dog Training, we are ready to partner with you, helping you along the way. We not only provide families with professionally trained dogs, we offer our support throughout your journey.

Fourth, Fight off any negative thoughts. Avoid pessimistic people, and find people who are positive. Hang around them. There’s an old saying: “Birds of a feather flock together.” You become who you hang out with, so choose wisely.

Fifth, Fix your schedule so it works for you, not against you. Your dog needs a routine that he can be comfortable with…and so do you. John Maxwell said, “The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.” How you use your time determines whether or not you shine. So, organize your schedule in such a way that you don’t forget to work with your dog. The goal of dog training is that your dog will have a change in behavior that is satisfactory to you. This is most possible when you stick to a routine, and use your time wisely.

And sixth, Finish what you started. Don’t give up. Although it will be difficult from time to time, it’s worth it in the end if you will stick it out. Legendary coach, Vince Lombardi, noted, “The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will.”

Have you ever heard of a company called Traf-O-Data? Most people haven’t. It was started in 1972 by two men. The two ran the company for several years before throwing in the towel. They gave up. But they went on to start another company that has done pretty well. That company? Microsoft. The two men who failed the first time around? Bill Gates and Paul Allen. Calvin Coolidge said, “Nothing in the world can take the place of persistence. Talent will not; nothing is more common than unsuccessful men with talent. Genius will not; unrewarded genius is almost a proverb. Education will not; the world is full of educated derelicts. Persistence and determination alone are omnipotent. The slogan ‘Press On’ has solved and always will solve the problems of the human race.”

You can have an exceptionally well trained dog. All you need is discipline…and us! Call Off-Leash K9 Tulsa Dog Training at 918-949-STAY (7829).

Bingo The Webkinz Doggie

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Baltimore Dog Walkers

seespotrun — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:23:02 CST

Dogs Around Town
Walking and More for Baltimore's Canines
www.dogsaroundtown.com

Serving North-Eastern Baltimore County and Harford County
443-417-5400
www.seespotrunonline.com
Pet sitting, dog walking, in-home obedience training, pet taxi service and more!
Online Scheduling and Bill Pay.

Baltimore Dog Daycare & Pet Sitting

seespotrun — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:21:33 CST

Recommend your favorite dog daycare or pet sitter in Baltimore. Include the name of the business, some contact information, and why you recommend it.

ResPETfully Yours
3450 Halcyon Rd.
Stevenson , Md. 21153
(443) 564-8689
pet sittng, pet walking

Serving North-Eastern Baltimore County and Harford County
443-417-5400
www.seespotrunonline.com
Pet sitting, dog walking, in-home obedience training, pet taxi service and more!
Online Scheduling and Bill Pay.

Camp Bow Wow Baltimore Dog Daycare

Baltimore Dog Trainers

seespotrun — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:10:17 CST

K9Koncepts Dog Training

6959 Olson Rd Brooklyn Pk
410 789-3647 www.k9koncepts.com absolutely the best

EMPIRE OF THE DOG [empireofthedog.com]
Private Consults
"fix it" sessions offer relief in a single visit
Boarding & Training
*Profiled in DogFancy
*Behavior Expert for DOGPUBLIC.com

Dogs on the Mark

Serving all of Baltimore, MD
443-844-8428
www.dogsonthemark.com
In-home Obedience Training, Hunt & Field Training

Petaholics
Dog Trainers of New York
866-910-5430

new york dog trainer
info@petaholics.com

Yappy to be Home Pet Services - Dog Walking and Pet Sitting

onthedl — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:44:33 CST

"Less Stress For Your Pets While You Are Away"

Yappy To Be Home Pet Services is a dog walking and pet sitting service covering Burien, Normandy Park and Des Moines. Our dog walking services are available on a regular or, emergency “oh no I have to stay late at the office” basis.

Our pet sitting services are designed to offer you a stress free vacation, while your animals are being cared for in their own home and familiar surroundings. We will also pick up your mail, take out your garbage and water your plants.

Member of Pet Sitters International and PetSit USA. Certified for Dog and Cat Pet First Aid through the American Red Cross.

Your pets are always in good paws with Yappy To Be Home!

Please contact us for more information on in home pet care.

Phone: (206) 947-5983

Website: www.yappytobehome.com

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Sandra Ekland

Owner, Yappy To Be Home Pet Services

I started Yappy To Be Home Pet Services in 2006 to provide the level of in-home pet care that I would want for my own beloved dog, Franklin.

I have many years of experience taking care of a wide range of animals from dogs and cats to fish and parrots. I am certified for Dog and Cat Pet First Aid through the American Red Cross, and as a member of Pet Sitters International and PetSit USA, I meet all national pet sitter standards.

My husband and I and our feisty, 9 year old black lab, Franklin have lived in our home in Burien for 8 years. Although we pay the bills, Franklin is the real owner of our home, the cars, and of course, his yard!

When you leave your animals with me, you can relax knowing that they are treated as if they are my own. Your babies are in good paws with Yappy To Be Home!

Pekingese

DebbieLaughlin — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 13:41:03 CST

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Health Issues and Life Expectancy

Additional Resources

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Dog Gift Guide

barkeybarkerson — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:12:03 CST

Introducing Barkey Barkerson - Where we ask, 'Who's Your Doggie?'
www.BarkeyBarkerson.com

Hound and Thistle - Stationery & Design
www.HoundAndThistle.com

Dog Breed Stationery and Gifts! We have most AKC dog silhouettes and will do a custom
sillhouette for your mixed breed dog. We're also working on cat and horse silhouettes as well as
more gifts for dog lovers including tote bags, t-shirts, candles and more!
See our Christmas designs below...

Pooch Creations Fridge Magnets

www.poochcreations.com

Northwest Art
Petportraits4you.com

Painted Pet Portraits on Rock

Art Rocks!
NW Art Painted Pet Portraits

Dogmania.co.uk

Unique Embroidered Greetings Cards and Gifts for Dog Lovers
Check Out Your Breed Today !

***ALERT! DANGEROUS TOY***

If you or anyone you know has this toy, take it away from the dog immediately. The product manufacture has found a flaw in its design, which is causing the ball to cause a vaccum when a dog's tongue is inside the hole. If you wish to keep using the toy, the manufacturer reccommends taking a nail or something sharp and putting a hole in the opppsite end of the ball, so that there is adequate air flow during play time. Please, pass this on to your friends and loved ones, so no more dogs are injured!

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REVIEW: Pampered Paw Gifts

Pampered Paw Gifts
Special Lapdog Creations Gift
Where to Find:Pampered Paw Gifts.com

When Tera, owner ofPampered Paw Gifts, approached me to review her products, I was very excited! Offering unique gifts for both dogs and cats (as well as pet parents!),Pampered Paw Giftsis a unique shopping experience.

Gift baskets are offered in all shapes and sizes for any occassion (birthday, holiday, pet loss, thank you, new puppy/kitten, etc) and are completely customizable!Pampered Paw Giftsalso offers both dog & cat cakes, treats, toys and luxury gifts. A high point in my book is that all of the treats offered are high quality, made form natural and human grade ingredients - and nutrional information is available on the website.

Tera surprised me by creating aonetwo-of-a-kind specialLapdog Creations Gift. The gift contains a 2009 Rachael Hale (myfavoritepet photographer) mini dog calendar, vanilla wafer treats, large peanut butter bones dipped in carob, yogurt & sprinkles and a fun Zanies stuffed squeaky bone ... all packed up pretty in a super cute large clear vinyl-zippered bone shaped purse, accented with a single paw print sticker and beautiful ribbon -- completely ready to gift to the deserving doggy on your shopping list!

A portion ofPampered Paw Giftssales are given back to rescues & shelters around the country and I was given the opportunity to pick which organization would receive that portion from the sale of the specialLCG. I chose Janet andPrecious Pets Animal Rescue. Janet is a one woman show and the angel responsible for rescuing my dear sweetSophieoff of the rural streets of MO. Therfore, for everyLCGpurchased, a portion of the proceeds will go to straight to helping Janet rescue, care for and adopt out more of these delightful strays.

All 4 of my dogs highly enjoyed the goodies tucked in side of the gift basket - especially the peanut butter treats dipped in carob & yogurt! I will enjoy the adorable Rachael Hale calendar (Tera didn't even know how much I adore her work when she put this basket together) and am finding that the super cute bone shaped zippered bag makes a great small project knitting bag (talk about a multitasking gift!)! The only change I might've made to this specialLCGwould have been to change the color theme from green to purple (Matt actually pointed that out... men don't pay attention to many details, but he did notice that and I thought it was sweet). Regardless of color, the gifts are high quality and I will certainly be usingPampered Paw Giftsfor my own future gift giving needs! They even have aBuyer Rewards program!

So, whether you need to get a birthday gift for your furbaby, send a new kitten basket to your Aunt, shop for your 4 legged holiday gifts in one spot or want to send a special thank you treat,Pampered Paw Giftsis the place for you! The gifts are also great for businesses - grooming clients, VIP customers, etc.

DOG ARTWORK
Paintings drawings, and more. Great for all occasions. Have an original drawing or painting created of your loved one by animal portrait artist, Andrea Gianchiglia. Memorial portraits available as well. Gift certificates available. Mention this as and receive a discount!
www.agillustration.com

www.cafepress.com/agillustration for great dog art shirts, mugs,and much more!!

Interested in politics? Check out the bandannas at www.thedogvote.com. Here's Stella wearing an Obama bandana:

FunnyPup Dog Photo Contest

Chiweenershnitzel — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:19:54 CST

FunnyPup St. Patty's Day Dog Photo Contest!!!

Thank you all members who participated! This contest would not have been possible without you!
It was a hard decision, but the judges have decided, and the winner is. . . .

Congratulations to

ramah57

winner of the FunnyPup St. Patty's Day Dog Photo Contest!!!!!!!

Winning Photo, Cooper!
~

Check out the other great photos!!!!

Submitted by: Tcanter032386
Pooches name: Noah
Pooch type: Chiweenie
What makes my dog funny: The fact that he climbed inside his puppy food when it was finished. Who could resist zipping this up and taking a photo?

Submitted by: maximusandz

MAX'S MOM'S
*************HAPPY ZEVA*************
PACK LEADER
//:-)

______________________________

Checkers says have a Happy St. Patrick's Day
and visit my WEBSITE
Submitted by: Peekapoocheckers
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What makes my dog funny: SNUGGLES - one tiny chihuahua that fits in a small
glass next to CokeZero. TOO CUTE?
Submitted by: Brygidat
Pooch's name: Snuggles

AnzieLee the Cute Pooch!

submitted by: Loocie

pooch's name: AnzieLee

what makes my dog funny:She likes to look at you with her big cute eyes!

submitted by: Chiweenieluver
pooch's name: Lillie Bastille
what makes my dog funny: Lillie likes to wiggle her nose! It is absolutely hilarious! I don't have any pictures of her doing this, though.

Pappi rules!!!!!
Pappy likes to pose for photos she's a natural in dog shows she loves to play with her sticky toy
lillielee

Scout
sticks her tung out at me
kayti101

submitted by: dlspring

pooch's name: Mars

what makes my dog funny: Mars is saying, "so there"

Submitted by-
Sadiethedoggie
Pooches' name-
Sadie ♥
About the Picture-
This picture isnt exactly 'Funny', but I thought that Sadie was making a funny face, & That it was cute ;)
Thanks! ♥

Submitted by: Houndmounds
Dog's Name: Doug
What makes my dog funny: He just had his 6th bday on 3/10 so we had a party with all the dogs of course and a dog cake from the doggie bakery.

Submitted by: Houndmounds
Dog's Name: Kyla
What makes my dog funny: The boxer in the hat is "Kyla" She likes to dress warm when it gets cold outside.

This is Cooper - he is very happy to go for a walk.
Submitted by ramah57 on behalf of his owners Cathrine and David

	Submitted by: DramaQueen04252 Dogs Name: Charm Dog Breed: Pitbull mix what is she doing? to be honest, i have no idea! she was happily sleeping and all of a sudden she just did this.. luckily she stayed that way long enough for me to snap a pic =)

Submitted by: DramaQueen04252
Dogs Name: Charm
Dog Breed: Pitbull mix
what is she doing? to be honest, i have no idea! she was happily sleeping and all of a sudden she just did this.. luckily she stayed that way long enough for me to snap a pic =)

Submitted By: DramaQueen04252
Dog Name: Tala Koda
Dog Breed: NAID
why its funny: he was sound asleep with his tongue out! =P

Zeva and Dad!
What are they looking for?
Submitted by: maximusandz
Dog's Name: Zeva

Princess caught taking a nap on the couch, instead of the bed with us!
Princess is very camera shy, and it could have to do with us sneaking up on her with.....
a camera when her hair is not done!
Submitted by maximusandz

This is Raven our beautiful black & cream miniature dachshund. She is a hoot! We took her to the Frio (Freezing) River for Spring Break. She saw the water and went nuts wanting to jump in. Finally, she took a flying leap with all 4 legs spread and landed in the cold water. It didn't take but an instance of landing in the water that she paddled quickly to the rock to get out. it was the funniest thing ever. We took some great shots of her standing on that rock all wet afterwards too. She is a fantastic dog and always entertaining us.

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Continue posting photos with the information attached. Thank you!

Lee's Summit

cbwcoppell — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:55:06 CST

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Help wikiFido build the best resource for dog owners! It's easy -- just click EasyEdit and add your own resources and recommendations for your area. Add links, phone numbers, addresses and other useful information.

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Best parks/walks:

Lee's Summit dog park on Colbern (& I291) near water tower
Fleming Park had nice rustic trails around lake
Longview Lake has a nice bike trail

Best veterinarians:

Chipman Road Animal Clinic

Best daycare/pet sitters:

Pete & Mac's
Camp Bow Wow Lee's Summit Dog Daycare

Dogs are separated into indoor / outdoor play yards based on their size, temperament and play styles where they socialize and play with other dogs all day long. High staff to dog ratio and web cams so you can watch your pup play.

1010 SE Hamblen Rd
Lees Summit, MO 64081

Phone: 816-246-7833
Web: www.campbowwow.com/leessummit

Best boarding/kennels:

Pete & Mac's
Camp Bow Wow Lee's Summit Dog Boarding

Unlike a tradition dog kennel, we offer Lees Summit dog boarding with a social play all day environment. Dogs are separated into indoor / outdoor play areas based on their size, temperament and play styles where they socialize and play all day. We keep a high staff to dog ratio and have web cams so you can watch your dog play while you are away. Boarding dogs are only in their cabins for meals and bedtime. At night, they are tucked in with a treat and soothing music. The cabins are large and come complete with cots and comfy bedding.

1010 SE Hamblen Rd
Lees Summit, MO 64081

Phone: 816-246-7833
Web: www.campbowwow.com/leessummit

Best groomers:

Best dog supplies:

Lee's Summit has a Petco
Brookside Bath & Barkery

Best trainers:

Best breeders, rescue, and shelters:

Kansas City Doberman Rescue

Best dog services (e.g. walkers):

Philadelphia Pet Sitting

kernix — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 22:11:56 CST

Fairmount Dog Walking and Pet Sitting Service

Fairmount Pet Service is a dog walking, pet sitting, cat boarding, and pet portrait business based in the Art Museum\Fairmount area of Philadelphia. I am a professional dog walker and pet sitter. I am bonded, insured, pet CPR and First Aid certified, and have references available. I also provide pet portraits, which are free for existing client, and offer discounts for regularly recurring visits. Contact Fairmount Pet Service to handle your pets needs. Member of NAPPS.

http://www.fairmountpetservice.com/

Texas

cbwcoppell — Sun, 15 Nov 2009 17:19:25 CST

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St.Clair Labradoodle Kennels

Multi-Gen & F1b pups Available These pups are desexed,temperament tested,socialized,have 2 shot series& crate training started!

click text above for link.The only quality,home raised USA Labradoodle breeder since 1998.Labradoodle breeders,State Licensed & Health Inspected Labradoodle Kennels..St.Clair Labradoodle Kennels socializes each and every pup in our home.

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Lee's Summit

Calling all dog lovers!

Best parks/walks:

Best veterinarians:

Best daycare/pet sitters:

Camp Bow Wow Lee's Summit Dog Daycare

Best boarding/kennels:

Camp Bow Wow Lee's Summit Dog Boarding

Best groomers:

Best dog supplies:

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Best breeders, rescue, and shelters:

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Philadelphia Pet Sitting

Texas

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The only quality,home raised USA Labradoodle breeder since 1998.Labradoodle breeders,State Licensed & Health Inspected Labradoodle Kennels..St.Clair Labradoodle Kennels socializes each and every pup in our home.