Smashing Dogs In All The Wrong Ways
A dog without a face and no nostrils won the National Dog Show. No wonder AKC registrations are falling faster than whitetail deer at an NRA convention.
And the winner of the Terrier Group was not a terrier -- it was a very fat and out of shape American Stafforshire "terrier," which is to say an American Pit Bull. You couldn't get one of those things to ground without a meat grinder.
Moxie is Too Good for Vegan Dog Magazine
VEGAN DOG Magazine called to say that Moxie was PROBABLY going to be named “Dog of the Year,” like last year, but Moxie would have to agree to an interview and a major photo shoot. I said 'probably" is no good and took a pass. Thanks anyway.
The magazine world is, apparently, desperate for a face. May I suggest this one?
How to Train With Chain-link Dog Collars
A choke or slip collar is a tool used by trainers to work with dogs on obedience. It is simply a length of chain with two rings that fits around the dog's neck. A lead attached to the chains causes the chain to tighten or loosen when pulled on or released. A choke chain allows the dog to have control over its training, as it is its behavior that causes the collar to tighten and release.
Instructions
- 1
Choose a choke, or slip, chain that fits your dog. Measure around your dog's neck and add 2 or 3 inches. The chain should fit your dog so that it's not so tight that it chokes the dog all the time or so loose that it can get out of it.
2Attach the collar to your dog's neck so that when you pull on the leash, it tightens, but when you release the ring, it loosens just as quickly. The chain has two rings. One is live, or tightens the chain when tugged on when the chain is around the dog's neck. The other is dead, or does not tighten. The live ring should be on the dog's right side and on top of its neck.
3Teach your dog to heel by allowing the dog to be in charge of its training. There is no need to tug or yank on the leash. Hold the leash firmly with 6 inches of leeway. If the dog tries to run or lunges, the tug against the leash will tighten the collar. When the dog corrects its behavior, the collar will loosen again.
4Train your dog to sit with a choke collar by taking up the slack of the leash and tugging it up gently. This will force the dog's head up and its hind quarters down as you say "sit."
5Praise your dog and offer it a treat when it behaves obediently. When the dog misbehaves, correct it immediately and consistently.
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Joseph Lyddy Christmas Hamper Competition
WIN 1 of 2 Joseph Lyddy
Pet Indulgence Christmas Hampers !!!
It's starting to feel a lot like Christmas and to get into the festive spirit, we teamed up with our friends at Joseph Lyddy Pet Indulgence / Pet Style to offer you the chance to win 1 of 2 Christmas Hampers for your pooches.
Each Christmas Hamper contains a fantastic selection of their dog washing and grooming products as well as dog accessories (bowls, collars). This is the perfect starter pack to welcome a new puppy into your home or for your pooch to start the year feeling refreshed!
Each Joseph Lyddy Christmas Hamper (valued at $83.80 each) includes:
Each Joseph Lyddy Christmas Hamper (valued at $83.80 each) includes:
* 1 x Dog Bowl (non-slip, melanine with stainless steel insert - Polka Dot or Heart design)
* 1 x Dog Collar (Polka Dot or Bone or Red Checker)
* 1 x Easy Wash Dry Shampoo (Vanilla, Honey, Coconut)
* 1 x Enriching Cream Conditioner (Sweet Orange, Lemon, Vanilla)
* 1 x Refreshing Deodoriser (Mint, Lime, Coconut)
To Enter, Like and Share our post on Facebook or Instagram (25/11/2017) and tell us "why your pooch deserves to be spoilt with this Christmas Hamper from #JosephLyddyPetIndulgence?"
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The Continuing Fraud of the RSPCA
The national RSPCA's 2016 budget was £143 million, or the equivalent of $190,777,015 in US dollars, serving a human population of 56 million in England and Wales.
Of this sum, the RSPCA re-homed all of 8,000 dogs.
Except that they didn't.
Those dogs were actually rehomed by the RSPCA's independent branches, which the national RSPCA does almost nothing to support, and which it actively undermines in the charity marketplace by siphoning off local money using aggressive direct mail and online marketing campaigns.
In fact, the national RSPCA spent over £22.3 million on fundraising in 2016, which is 365 percent more than they spent supporting all local branches that are actually rehoming dogs and cats on the ground.
In short, over 94 percent of all RSPCA income was going to something other than helping dogs and cats on the ground.
Most of that money was going to pay for people to dress up as fake law enforcement officers.
Despite their store-bought uniforms and badges, the RSPCA actually has NO police powers or special enforcement rights. The whole thing is a pantomime.
The RSPCA also spent large sums harassing no-kill animal charities that are in direct competition with them in the charities marketplace.
The RSPCA also spent large sums of money harassing farmers putting food on the table, as well as legal fox hunts.
The RSPCA also spent money on very expensive "hospitals and animal centers" that actually do not provide free care to pets, but instead take in injured wildlife that, for the most part, should have been put down quickly and cheaply.
In short, the supposed "work" of the national RSPCA is actually a complete lie, its management a complete shambles, and the whole thing is perched on a tower of fraud, misrepresentation, and inbred thinking.
Happy Evolution Day
On this day in 1859, ‘On the Origin of Species’ by Charles Darwin was published. Happy Evolution Day!
And what did this mean for the world of dogs?
Quite a lot, as I detailed in this 2008 post (re-posted in 2013) which includes a long section from American Working Terriers.
Keep Your Dog Cozy This Winter With the Right Pet Bed
Dogs are an important member of the family and as responsible dog owners, we want to make sure that our pets are living a comfortable life and the pampering they deserve. With the onset of cold weather, a lot of dog owners need to get cozy beds for discriminating pooches. There are endless options to choose from but which dog bed should you get?
If you are looking to purchase a pet bed for your puppy, you may want to consider getting one that would be big enough for your pooch to sleep in until past its puppy-years.
Apart from the size, carefully consider the material used in creating the dog bed and choose one that’s well-made and durable enough to last for years. Take note that high quality dog beds may cost a bit more than their cheap counterparts but if it’s hard-wearing enough, you won’t be needing to buy a new one again for a long time, saving you money in the long run.
Is the bed easy to clean? This is another important factor to consider. Some pet beds come with easy clean removable covers, and these can save you from the hassle of having to wash the entire bed when it gets soiled.
Some pet beds are designed with woolen pads. These come in several different sizes and are perfect for providing warmth in a cold room. Dogs will surely feel a lot more comfy on a bed with heated pads.
There are cooling dog pads for warmer weather, too. These handy mats are soft, easy to transport and gives dogs a personal space when visiting friends and family.
When choosing a dog bed, design should only be a secondary factor. There are styles and colors that look great and blend in nicely with different home decors. However, although you may want your dog’s bed to complement your home’s interior design, make sure that your pet’s comfort is not compromised.
Give your dog a bed that it will love will make it easier to train them not to jump on your sofa or lay on your bed. If your dog is happy and comfy in its own pet bed, it will save you from the trouble of having to use your cushions and throws just to make your dog feel warm and cozy come winter time.
Spend some time reading customer reviews posted by other buyers, as these can be very helpful in making a decision. Many legitimate retailers will provide this information from their website.
Before buying any thing online, comparison shopping is recommended. Different online shops may offer the same item at different prices. If you are purchasing a pet bed made locally, you might be able to save more, including the cost of delivery as some retailers offer free ground shipping to local customers.
Be sure to check the online seller’s reputation as well to avoid any issues with your purchase. See to it that you are purchasing from a legitimate seller – one that offers customers with purchase protection and guaranteed satisfaction.
It is so much easier to shop for dog beds online and if you do your research well, you can surely find the perfect choice for your dear pet.
Choosing the Right Bed for Your Dog
The right dog can keep your pet warm and comfy even on cold winter nights. Ensure comfort by choosing a dog bed especially made for your particular dog’s breed and size.If you are looking to purchase a pet bed for your puppy, you may want to consider getting one that would be big enough for your pooch to sleep in until past its puppy-years.
Apart from the size, carefully consider the material used in creating the dog bed and choose one that’s well-made and durable enough to last for years. Take note that high quality dog beds may cost a bit more than their cheap counterparts but if it’s hard-wearing enough, you won’t be needing to buy a new one again for a long time, saving you money in the long run.
Is the bed easy to clean? This is another important factor to consider. Some pet beds come with easy clean removable covers, and these can save you from the hassle of having to wash the entire bed when it gets soiled.
Some pet beds are designed with woolen pads. These come in several different sizes and are perfect for providing warmth in a cold room. Dogs will surely feel a lot more comfy on a bed with heated pads.
There are cooling dog pads for warmer weather, too. These handy mats are soft, easy to transport and gives dogs a personal space when visiting friends and family.
When choosing a dog bed, design should only be a secondary factor. There are styles and colors that look great and blend in nicely with different home decors. However, although you may want your dog’s bed to complement your home’s interior design, make sure that your pet’s comfort is not compromised.
Give your dog a bed that it will love will make it easier to train them not to jump on your sofa or lay on your bed. If your dog is happy and comfy in its own pet bed, it will save you from the trouble of having to use your cushions and throws just to make your dog feel warm and cozy come winter time.
Shop for a Dog Bed Online
Whether your dog is big or small, the perfect dog bed is out there. Rather than wasting a lot of hours checking out brick-and-mortar stores in search of a suitable pet bed, you can simply browse through online pet stores.Spend some time reading customer reviews posted by other buyers, as these can be very helpful in making a decision. Many legitimate retailers will provide this information from their website.
Before buying any thing online, comparison shopping is recommended. Different online shops may offer the same item at different prices. If you are purchasing a pet bed made locally, you might be able to save more, including the cost of delivery as some retailers offer free ground shipping to local customers.
Be sure to check the online seller’s reputation as well to avoid any issues with your purchase. See to it that you are purchasing from a legitimate seller – one that offers customers with purchase protection and guaranteed satisfaction.
It is so much easier to shop for dog beds online and if you do your research well, you can surely find the perfect choice for your dear pet.
Sitter Guide - an Airbnb for all Pets
The Christmas and school holidays are almost here and you’ve booked your holiday, but who’s going to look after your beloved pet while you are away?
Sitter Guide is a new Australian online service, created to take the stress out of finding suitable care for all your pets. Like an Airbnb for pets, it connects pet owners with pet sitters through its website. Membership is free, and sitters and pet owners are automatically covered by free insurance, ID checks and 24/7 support.
CEO and Founder, Daevid Richards, says people consider their pets to be part of the family and they don’t necessarily want to leave them in a kennel when they go away.
“We offer a sharing economy, personalised, cost effective and flexible alternative to retail day care and pet kennels,” says Daevid. “Much like Airbnb offers travellers an alternative to staying in a hotel, Sitter Guide offers pet owners an alternative to kennels when they are away. We cater for all pets great and small and not just for those with paws, i.e. dogs, cats, rabbits, rodents and ferrets, plus reptiles, fish, birds, horses and ponies – the whole menagerie!”
PLAY AND PAY
Sitter Guide provides freedom and opportunity for both pet owners and pet sitters. Pet owners can relax knowing that their pet is being cared for by a local, trusted pet lover and pet sitters get paid to play with pets.
There are a range of services including:
- Boarding – Pets stay at the sitter’s home for longer visits over 24 hours.
- House Sitting – Sitters stay at the pet’s home for longer visits over 24 hours.
- Day / Night Care – Pets go to a sitter’s home for short visits under 24 hours.
- Drop-in Visits – Sitters go to the pet’s home for short visits under 24 hours.
- Market Place – Pet sitter services that can run for approximately one hour or less at either the pet’s or the sitter’s home. Pet walking, grooming, training and even driver pick-up and drop-off services are available.
PETS ARE BIG BUSINESS IN AUSTRALIA
Australian households are estimated to have spent more than $12.2 billion on pet products and services in 2016, up 42% since 2013. Around 5.7 million households (i.e. 62% of all households) have at least one pet, with more than 24 million pets in Australia*. Almost two in five households have a dog (38%) and almost three in 10 households have a cat (29 per cent) giving Australia one of the highest domestic animal ownership rates in the world.
*According to Animal Medicines Australia’s ‘Pet Ownership in Australia 2016 Report’
Whether you have a pet with paws or claws that barks, meows, neighs or squawks, there’s a carer for you through Sitter Guide.
To find out more about Sitter Guide, please check out the website
About Sitter Guide
Sitter Guide is like Airbnb for pets, connecting pet owners with pet sitters through its website. Time-poor pet parents join Sitter Guide for free, then simply search the national online network of local, trusted and insured pet sitters and walkers who will treat their pet like family, ensuring their wellbeing.
Sitter Guide is Australia’s first online marketplace catering for all pets great and small, not just those with paws. Offering a personalised, cost effective alternative to retail day care and pet kennels, Sitter Guide provides freedom and opportunity for both pet sitters and pet owners.
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Training the Dogs of the Wizard of Oz Musical
Hailing from Seymour in Victoria, these two vivacious siblings caught the eye of experienced dog trainer Luke Hura who needed to train them in under eight weeks for the Brisbane premiere! With a dog training career which started in 1973 and spans over 35 years training many dogs for the film, TV and theatre, Luke immediately saw their potential for the stage because of their ‘beautiful temperaments’, both dogs being clever and confident around other dogs and people.
Having started his dog training career attending the local Dog Obedience school, Luke quickly excelled at all the trials he competed in. However he also grew disheartened witnessing the old-fashioned methods used in the ring and their outcome - creating fearful dogs. He decided to try something different and ventured out on his own: he started training dogs for other people, which was not a very common occupation back then.
Dealing with over 300 dogs of all breeds - each coming with his own set of issues - in a few years certainly taught him the importance of connecting quickly with a new dog. Luke started applying the methods of Hollywood dog trainer Henry East using his book written in 1946!
They say that practice makes perfect...
Fast forward to ten years later and Luke is now applying his well-honed training methods to dogs used in TV shows and movies – he got his big break into the industry with Bouncer from Neighbours!
Luke loves unlocking a dog's potential, like Koko - the star of the film Red Dog - or RSCPA rescue dog Buddy who starred in the musical Annie in 2012. Luke also rescued and trained Meeko, the Maremma who appeared in the movie Oddball.
For the Wizard of Oz, Flick and Trouble had to learn some special tricks including travelling in a ‘flying house’, being carried in a basket by Dorothy as well as some scary encounters with the Wicked Witch of the West!
Luke shares that he had a wonderful time training his leading star Trouble and understudy Flick, drawing on their natural instincts or what he terms ‘working with their energy and minds’ which means using only positive reinforcement methods. These two have a soft spot for rumpsteak, which Luke takes the ‘trouble’ of cooking himself to use as high-value rewards during training.
However ‘dogs will be dogs and some days they may decide to lie down or start grooming at the most inappropriate time!’ says Luke. The trick is to correctly 'read the dogs and anticipate the issues’. ‘Magic does not just happen’, only when you’ve taken the time to establish a real connection with the dog, can you create real magic!Samantha Dodemaide who plays the lead role of Dorothy also bonded with Trouble, spending a lot of time with the dog off stage and their bond is evident to the audience.
“Last Tuesday night the applause we received after that performance was the loudest I ever got for any dog I trained!” enthuses Luke. In his eyes, Trouble stands out as 'a dog who truly understands what’s happening both on and off the stage.
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| Trouble stars as Toto (Photo: Brian Geach) |
He could be called almost ‘human’ in his interactions with people' explains Luke, greeting daily all members of the cast and crew and jumping on their laps!
Over the weeks, Luke has developed a special connection with Trouble, as with all the animals he’s previously trained. They do have a habit of ending up living with him after the curtain is finally drawn but some will eventually move on to live with friends, however it's always the dog who does the choosing!
Luke concludes ‘I am so grateful to be able to work on a show like this. I love music and entertainment generally but this is star-studded cast of extremely talented people’.
Alongside Trouble and Flick, the cast includes Anthony Warlow as The Wizard and Professor Marvel, Lucy Durack as Glinda the Good Witch, Jemma Rix as the Wicked Witch of the West and Samantha Dodemaide as Dorothy.
The London Palladium Production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Wizard of Oz premiered in Brisbane at the Lyric Theatre on November 4 with the final performance on December 3.
The show then travels to Sydney’s Capitol Theatre from December 30 followed by the Adelaide season from April 3 and the Regent Theatre in Melbourne from May 15.
As Dorothy discovers ‘there is no place like home’, so it seemed a logical step for the show producers to strike a rewarding partnership with the RSPCA in each state to raise money and awareness for rescue dogs and help them find a new forever home.
Ticket sales from the dress rehearsal in each State will go towards the local RSPCA as a charity fundraiser.
For more details on sessions, please visit www.wizardofozthemusical.com
