Doggersize.com » healthy treats http://doggersize.com A Personalized Approch to Pet Care Thu, 08 Jul 2010 19:35:39 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 Healthy AND cheap treats for your pet! http://doggersize.com/2010/01/25/healthy-and-cheap-treats-for-your-pet/ http://doggersize.com/2010/01/25/healthy-and-cheap-treats-for-your-pet/#comments Mon, 25 Jan 2010 23:28:14 +0000 doggersize http://doggersize.com/?p=673 Hey all! I wanted to spread the word about some great healthy treats you can get at any grocery store without breaking the bank.  I buy a package of carrots (99 cents at Walmart, also available at any grocery store with a produce section.  My dogs love carrots! They also love apple slices…another healthy idea!  Instead of paying more money to get possibly unhealthy rewards/treats for your loved one, you can try feeding carrots, apples and cucumbers as an alternative! You will be surprised with the results!  Its definitely worth a try.   Happy treating!

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Hide and Seek!!

Its a great way to train your pet to stay while you hide!!Sometimes, treats are necessary, and sometimes they cheat and break away early! Only reward the positive behavior, which is waiting until you give the go ahead.  This can be even more fun if you have a couple dogs taking part!!

 

Find the Treat!!!

Ever hide eggs for an easter egg hunt?? Its a lot of fun, especially for your pets!If you have them stay in the garage while you hide the treats from them, and let ‘em go, just wait to see that craziness that ensues!!  Whichever gets the most treats, wins!!!  Obviously, I request that you use healthy treats, preferably from this site!!:D

Got any old tires hanging around?

Set up an obstacle course in your yard! Now this is a game for those who are willing to put time into it!!  This can help your pet and you learn to communicate better (by teaching them how to get around your obstacle course) and can be fun as well!  All you need is a few tires, a couple ropes for them to jump over, and maybe a trick for the finale!!

]]> http://doggersize.com/2008/07/09/fun-games/feed/ 0 training tip of the day! http://doggersize.com/2008/05/28/training-tip-of-the-day/ http://doggersize.com/2008/05/28/training-tip-of-the-day/#comments Wed, 28 May 2008 01:31:44 +0000 Kaity Krejcik http://doggersize.wordpress.com/?p=19 Are you considering getting a dog, or a puppy?  First of all, I always recommend visiting the pound, there are wonderful animals there who need to be rescued into a loving family.  Once you have your furry new addition, and you have chosen a healthy dry dog food (see my obesity page for more information regarding food tips), its time to consider training!  Potty training can come easily to some pets, and can prove very difficult for others.  I recommend starting to train as soon as possible, for both potty training and behavioral training.  Positive reinforcement while training is what I recommend; training is not code for torturing your pet!!  Also, training your pet to have healthy habits, such as tooth brushing, is great to start as early as possible.  By doing this, your pet will be used to having their teeth brushed, and their mouth is free of plaque and gingivitis- and later in life you can avoid paying for a dental for your pet.  Also, please PLEASE get your doggie toothpaste/toothbrush from a Veterinarian, or trained professional–people toothpaste is a big nono!!As a vet technician, i saw many cases of older pets with really bad plaque, and their health was weakened because they were constantly swallowing unhealthy bacteria from their own mouths.  Had their owners started training with tooth brushing at an early age, or using healthy chews recommended by Veterinarians. I know it sounds odd, brushing your pets teeth, but try it!  It can be a fun thing to do with your pet, and will establish a routine that will come in handy to you later in life.

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