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Happy December! While you’re collecting little goodies to stuff in your dog’s stocking, consider picking up an extra for your local shelter. The dogs – and the staff – will appreciate the love! Many animal shelters and animal rescue organizations run adoption and fundraising campaigns during the holiday months, which we’ve listed in our December dog events.
We want to see your holiday spirit! Show us how you and your #dogsterdogs are enjoying your holiday season by tagging us in your photos on social media.
Don’t see your dog event on the list? Email us at dogstermag@belvoir.com and we will include your dog event.
December 1, 2022: National Twin with Your Dog Day #twinwithyourdogday December 2, 2022: National Mutt Day December 5, 2022: Celebrate Shelter Pets Day December 9 , 2022: International Day of Veterinary Medicine December 10, 2022: International Animal Rights Day December 11, 2022: Holiday Food Drive for Needy Animals
December 2022 Dog Events
Through December 31st, 2022: Blue Buffalo Home 4 the Holidays. Annual holiday pet adoption drive. Find your volunteering location on the website and read more about the adoption drive here.
Through December 31, 2022: Embrace Pet Insurance will cover the adoption fees of cats and dogs adopted through all Best Friends Lifesaving Centers and programs across the country, as well as all animals at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, UT. Additionally, Embrace will be offering a 10% discount on all policies sold as a result of the partnership. To participate, click here.
Through December 31, 2022: Morris Animal Foundation is holding a campaign that will fund scientific research for dogs, such as canine health studies on treatment for a deadly blood disorder, identifying genetic and behavioral factors for weight gain and accessing the feasibility of orthopedic implants. In addition to direct gifts, donors can support the foundation by ordering holiday cards. Learn more about how you can help at morrisanimalfoundation.org.
Through January 1, 2023: 36th Annual San Francisco SPCA/Macy’s Holiday Windows. See adoptable dogs and cats in Macy’s windows and live cam in San Francisco’s Union Square. Learn more about this annual holiday tradition here.
December 1-3, 2022: North Shore Animal League shopping fundraiser. Support North Shore Animal League by doing your holiday shopping (you must register first here) at participating Americana Manhasset and select Wheatley Plaza stores during these days. Twenty-five percent of your designated full-price, pre-tax purchases will be donated back to North Shore Animal League America. This annual event kicks off on Dec. 1 at Blue Mercury at 2034 Northern Boulevard, Manhasset, NY. To register for this shopping event and learn more about how your donations make an impact, click here.
December 1-4, 2022: Empty the Shelters Holiday Hope National event, sponsored by the BISSELL Pet Foundation. The organization sponsors reduced adoption fees at participating shelters nationwide. Use the interactive map at bissellpetfoundation.org to find a location near you.
Through December 4, 2022, 2022: Cynosport Dog Agility World Games in Scottsdale, AZ. For more information on this annual event, click here.
December 4, 2022: Reindog Parade at the 42nd Annual Budapest Event. Held at 2 p.m. in downtown Buda Main Street, Buda, TX. For more information, click here.
December 17-18, 2022: 9th Annual AKC Obedience Classic. Sponsored by Eukanuba and held in conjunction with the AKC National Championship at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. Click here for more information.
December 17-18, 2022: AKC National Championship. Presented by Royal Canine and held at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. The 2022 AKC National Championship will showcase canine athletes and include attractions, such as the Best Bred-by-Exhibitor competition, the AKC National Owner-Handled Series Finals, the AKC Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes, AKC Fast Cat Invitational and the NADD/AKC Dock Diving.
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Legendary rapper, businessman, media personality and creator of the Snoop Youth Football League, Snoop Dogg digs into a new line of apparel and accessories for his furry friends (and us!) called Snoop Doggie Doggs! The lineup is filled with dog apparel, accessories and plush toys, inspired from Snoop’s rapper lifestyle and launched right before the 2022 Christmas holiday. We asked Robert Brandegee, President of Little Earth Productions, who partnered with Snoop Dogg, about the new lineup.
Dogster: We know Snoop Dogg loves dogs. Tell us how many dogs he has, how long he has had dogs and why he loves them.
Not only is Snoop a global icon, but he is also a huge animal lover — with multiple pets of his own at home. As any pet parent with more than one knows, each pet has their own distinct personality and unique loveable traits. With so many pets in the house, Snoop was the perfect partner for us, as he brought his own experience with each into the creation of the line.
D:Why launch a pet wear brand?
When Snoop’s team came to us with the idea to do a Snoop-inspired pet line, we wanted to offer pet owners a different experience from all the other dog apparel and accessory brands on the market. At Snoop Doggie Doggs, we are providing our customers with high-quality pet apparel, accessories, bandanas, hats and toys in fun, fresh designs to help pets experience what it’s like to live a life of rap royalty.
D:What is the line’s vision?
Snoop Doggie Doggs’ vision is to encourage pet owners everywhere to spoil their dogs and cats and have them live like rap royalty in their everyday lives. We tried to incorporate Snoop’s vibe, sense of humor and authenticity in all of the fun products offered within the line, while also pulling inspiration from some of his most iconic fashion looks.
D:What can dog lovers expect from the line launch in the coming years?
There’s so much more to come. Our unique lineup includes apparel, plush toys, bowls, leashes, collars and more (all of which work for felines as well as Doggs!). You can also be on the lookout for dog beds, pet carriers, dog treats and more to follow in 2023. This is just the beginning, and we’re pumped to keep putting out fresh new products, while growing SnoopDoggie Doggs into its own empire.
Want to check out or buy Snoop Doggie Doggs for your pet? It’s available on Amazon here.
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Pets and People Together is a wonderful new pet launched by the Ad Council, Maddie’s Fund and the Humane Society of the United States. #BeAHelper is just the first messaging wave, encouraging us all to help pets and people in our communities by keeping them together as the best place for pets is with their people.
“We are incredibly excited for this new campaign. If the last few years have taught us anything, it’s the vital role our pets play in our health, happiness and well-being, and how amazing it is when our community comes together,” says Mary Ippoliti-Smith, Executive Leadership Team at Maddie’s Fund in the campaign announcement. “Keeping families together is more important than ever, and we all have the opportunity to help make this happen.”
Any of us could have a crisis that affects our ability care for our pets. Help those in this situation by:
Donating pet food to a pantry
Donating funds for vet care
Fostering a pet short- or long-term for someone in need
Helping to reunite a lost pet with their family or sharing what to do when someone loses their pet.
Kitty Block, President and CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, says about the program, “Our new Pets and People Together campaign highlights that each of us has a role to play in our community to help ensure that families and their beloved pets stay together.”
The campaign has three new video public service announcements (PSAs). The heartwarming film “Magic Hour” shows how the small act of donating pet supplies to families in need brings joy to pet owners and their pets. The second film, “Muse,” unveils how financial donations from “helpers” keep pets and people together through unexpected hardship. The third film, “Moon,” looks at the benefits of short-term foster care by neighbors or friends and how it can make a huge impact.
Creative agency Wunderman Thompson donated its services to develop the strategy and create the PSAs. In addition to television PSAs, the campaign features print, digital, out-of-home and radio PSAs. The resource-packed website, PetsandPeopleTogether.org, was developed in partnership with digital agency Viget.
“Pets and People Together showcases the important role that community can play in keeping pets and people together. Everyday people can take actions both big and small to help ensure families with pets can stay together, even in the face of financial or medical hardships, or if a pet gets separated from their family,” says Heidi Arthur, Chief Campaign Development Officer at Ad Council, in the announcement. “We’ve proven countless times that when the Ad Council partners with the Humane Society of the United States and Maddie’s Fund, we can change an issue for the better. We’re proud of our continued partnership with these two impactful organizations.”
Want to see what you can do or find out more information? Go to petsandpeopletogether.org to learn valuable information ilike how to foster a pet for a friend, neighbor or family member or how to donate toward the cost of a pet’s veterinary care and what to do when you find or lose a pet. Follow @Pets and People Together on social media. Use the hashtag #BeAHelper to share what you are doing in your community to help keep pets and people together.
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Maltipoos are one of the most commonly-spotted dogs at pet salons, says Paige McIlwain, director of training at Salty Dawg Pet Salon. That’s because their fur, like other mixed breed Oodles and Oos, is a combination of two breeds with very different coats. A Maltese has thin, straight-to-wavy silky hair, while the Poodle has thick curly course hair.
Depending on genetics, says Paige, “Maltipoo coat types can be closer to one of those breeds or anything in between.”
The varied coat textures put each Maltipoo in a unique grooming situation. However, there are a few grooming tips that all Maltipoo pet parents can follow to maintain that white fluffy look without the tangles that naturally come along with it.
How often should I get my Maltipoo groomed?
Maltipoos benefit from regular professional grooming, but how often you take your dog to the groomer depends on how long you like to keep the coat. For shorter cuts, such as ½ inch or shorter, you can spread your groomer visits out somewhere between six to eight weeks, Paige says. For lengths 5/8 to an inch, Paige recommends grooming every three to six weeks and for anything longer than an inch, every two to four weeks.
“These guidelines not only keep the pet manageable for the owner and the stylist, they also keep pets on a low-stress routine while looking their best,” Paige says.
A realistic approach to how often you’ll be able to brush your dog’s hair at home and how frequently you can bring your dog to grooming appointments should guide your Maltipoo’s hair length.
What grooming services should Maltipoos get?
During their grooming appointments, Maltipoos should receive:
Hair brushing and cut and detangling of any knots
Nail trim and filing (every two to four weeks to maintain a healthy length)
Ear cleaning by wiping down the outside of your dog’s ears
There is no hairstyle standard for Maltipoos because they are mixed breeds, but there are the most popular Maltipoo haircuts requested:
Teddy bear cut: A simple one-length around the body with a slightly more fluffy and rounded head. “We like to call them Lifestyle Maintenance Grooms,” says Paige. This style is versatile and can be cut to any length. Ears and tail lengths are typically trimmed to owner preference.
Lamb cut: a shorter body with fuller flared legs. This style is adaptable to many combinations of coat lengths, tail, ear and face styles. This gives the impression of longer hair without the full body long hair style. “Just remember to keep up with brushing and combing the longer legs to keep the style intact,” advises Paige.
On average, a Maltipoo grooming will cost between $65 and $80 per month. However, costs will depend on where you live and if extra time needs to be spent detangling and de-matting your dog’s coat, which is a top grooming problem and typically costs more.
Other top Maltipoo grooming problems Paige sees include:
Tangling or matting
Reluctance having their paws handles for nail trims, clipping or brushing
Fear of blow dryers
Mats and tight tangles on Maltipoos — and any dog breed who has longer fur— are painful because of the constant tension on the dog’s skin.
“Detangling weeks or months’ worth of tangles is extremely uncomfortable for your pet,” Paige says.
Grooming your Maltipoo at home
The most important at-home grooming is brushing and combing your Maltipoo’s coat daily.
“This keeps your pet’s hair from forming tight painful knots and mats, so that you can keep your pet in any desired style,” says Paige.
If a Maltipoo’s coat gets too tangled, it’s typically advised to shave the fur down short to promote healthy regrowth.
What’s the best brush for Maltipoos?
Grooming professionals recommend a slicker brush for daily home grooming. Slicker brushes break up tangles into smaller segments. Pair your slicker brush with a dual-sided metal comb with wide and fine teeth to brush the remaining knots out, Paige says. The fine-tooth side of the comb also works for combing other debris and food out of the coat.
A bath should be given at the halfway point between your haircut appointments with your groomer, and many salons even offer bathing services if you’re not able to bathe your dog at home.
After the bath, detangle your pet’s coat while or immediately after drying to prevent knots from getting larger and tighter.
Paige says, “If upkeeping a high-maintenance clip does not fit in your schedule, opt for a shorter cut for ease of care between salon appointments.”
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If your house has a spare room or even a large walk-in closet, you might give your dog his or her own room. A dog room keeps your dog’s belongings contained in one area of your home. A bedroom for the dog can even be an alternative to having a crate and can give your dog her own place to relax in the house or be a place to play when weather gets cold. Plus, it’s fun to decorate!
What is a dog room?
A dog room is an area of your home dedicated specifically for your dog and her needs; it helps you manage your dog, keeping her safe and happy. This is a sanctuary for her to retreat to when the house is busy or loud and she needs some private time to decompress. A dog room can also be a playroom with canine fitness equipment and a place to run and play. It’s an ideal place to store all your dog’s toys and even some or all the grooming supplies and accessories.
If you have a large space and an active dog, you can even use the dog room for fitness training and conditioning or to play when the weather outside is too wet or cold. For a big play space, consider turning an unfinished basement into a room for your dog by adding some dog agility tunnels and other equipment for all-weather fun. If you’re going to be using your dog’s room for play or training, make sure the flooring is supportive and has traction such as carpeting or matting.
Selecting the right room:
The first step to setting up a dog room in your house is to decide where the room is going to be. If you have a spare bedroom that isn’t being fully utilized that’s an obvious first choice. If you have a large breed dog, a bedroom or basement space will work best. If you have a small breed dog, it’s possible to build a nice but compact dog bedroom into a smaller area of the home. A large walk-in closet or under-stairs storage closet can — with a little planning — be easily repurposed into a fun and aesthetically pleasing hangout space for your dog to play and rest.
When designing a dog room consider first the functionality — is it going to be a bedroom or a playroom? Once you know how you want your dog to use the space, let your imagination guide your interior design. A fun idea if you have a small dog is to make a miniature version of a living room or bedroom by hanging framed art on the wall and making or purchasing small dog-sized chairs, couches, coffee tables, etc. Another dog room decor idea is to model the room after a child’s bedroom by purchasing a dog bed that looks like a person’s bed, add a nightstand, bedding and decor from dog-themed movies or television shows like Bluey, 101 Dalmatians, Blues Clues or Super Pets. When creating a dog room there are no rules with decor, you can go with whatever fits your home’s style and your dog’s personality. It can also be fun to order custom art of your dog from a visual artist or print some of your favorite photos from the adventures you and your dog have had, put them in frames and hang them in your dog’s room. You could even paint a wall mural of one of your dog’s favorite places.
What should be in a dog room?
What you put in your dog’s room is going to be a personal decision based on how much space you have and how you want your dog’s room to be used. Ideally the room should be:
dog-proofed — not include extension cords, that could be chewed or small items which could accidentally be ingested.
a place to contain your dog when you aren’t able to supervise. Instead of crating your dog, use dog gates or baby gates in place of the door. This will allow your dog to see out of their room, but also keep them safely contained.
a space to relax — include a dog bed or two and blankets
a space to store all their toys, gear and accessories.
Some great products to include in your dog’s room are:
With a little planning your dog’s bedroom can be not only practical, but also an aesthetically pleasing part of your home.
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It’s not only kids who are being molded by their parents’ ways. Researchers at Oregon State University found that different pet-parenting styles affect the patterns of their dogs’ behavior. We broke down the three different pet-parenting styles addressed in the study and how dogs respond to them.
Authoritative dog owners
Dogs with authoritative owners, who were characterized by high expectations and high responsiveness to their dog’s needs, were the most secure, social and sensitive to social context. They were also more persistent and successful on the problem-solving puzzle task given to them than dogs with authoritarian owners (see below).
The findings suggest that dogs with owners who take the time to understand their dogs’ needs have more confident, socially adaptable and resilient dogs.
Authoritarian dog owners
These dog owners are characterized by high expectations and low responsiveness. Dogs with authoritarian owners were more likely to be insecurely attached to their caretakers compared to dogs in the authoritative parenting style group. These dogs also spent more attempting to move physically closer to their owner, compared to an unfamiliar person in the room.
Permissive dog owners
In a social test, the dogs of permissive owners, who are categorized as having low expectations and low responsiveness, followed social cues from an unfamiliar person, but not their owner. In addition, attentiveness did not affect the dog’s desire to be close to the owner. During the problem-solving challenge, these dogs were less persistent and therefore, less successful, at the puzzle task.
More research on domestic pet behavior
This study on pet parenting styles is one example of the growing effort to study cognition and behavior in domestic pets. During another recent study by Emory University’s Canine Cognitive Neuroscience Lab, researchers recorded the fMRI neural data for two awake, unrestrained dogs as they watched videos in three 30-minute sessions, for a total of 90 minutes. The videos showed common canine occurrences like people talking, fetch games, sniff-worthy scenery and other dogs. Researchers were able to monitor the activity in the dogs’ brains while they were watching the videos and reconstruct what they are seeing from the video. Dogs may be more concerned about the action happening around them than who is doing the action.
These advancements in canine cognition will give us insight into dog behaviors, which ultimately, strengthens the human-animal bond, and makes life more enjoyable for all.
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An Aussiedoodle is a hybrid of an Australian Shepherd and a Poodle. Aussiedoodles were first intentionally bred in North America in the late 1990s or early 2000s. Aussiedoodles are extremely intelligent, energetic dogs. They aren’t for couch potatoes, but they can be great for active families who want a companion for long walks, running and hiking. They have a life expectancy of 10 to 13 years.
So, if you want a playful, loyal, athletic dog, an Aussiedoodle can be the right dog for you.
Aussiedoodle personality traits
To understand how to best train an Aussiedoodle, let’s look into the personality traits of the parent dog breeds to get an idea of what the Aussiedoodle temperament can be like.
Australian Shepherds are agile, athletic herding dogs who need a job. They are loyal, bold dogs with a strong work ethic. Aussies can be standoffish with new people at first. If not given appropriate tasks, they can become destructive, territorial and herd anything that moves. They have slightly wavy double coats.
Standard Poodles were originally bred as hunters to retrieve waterfowl. They have thick, curly fur that requires regular clipping and brushing. Poodles are very loyal to their family, friendly with people and dogs and highly intelligent. Very active and agile, they need regular outlets to expend their energy.
Aussiedoodles take on the characteristics of both Poodles and Australian Shepherds, depending on which parent dog breed has the dominant genes.
Aussiedoodle traits can include:
Extremely intelligent and fast learners
Agile, athletic with strong work ethic
Retrievers who love water
Herders of people and moving objects
Playful and fun
Sociable with people and dogs
Devoted to their pet parents
Sometimes overly protective and territorial
Likely to test boundaries
Aussiedoodles require a job and can get bored and destructive without one. They need physical and mental exercise. If you have an Aussiedoodle, make sure to do the following:
Consider getting involved in rally, obedience, agility, dock diving or field events
How to train an Aussiedoodle
Being as intelligent and driven as they are, it’s crucial that the training is challenging and not boring. If it’s too repetitive, the Aussiedoodle may shut down. Keep the training exercises fun and exciting. Of course, use positive reinforcement. As a baseline, teach the following:
Attention to name and a “look” cue. His herding and hunting drives will otherwise lead to him being distracted.
Loose leash walking (“Let’s go” cue). He must learn to not to herd moving objects and people.
Recall and emergency recall and “Leave it” cue. Because of an Aussiedoodle’s hunting and herding drives, it’s essential that he comes to you no matter what distractions there are, or he may chase and nip at passing joggers, people on bikes and skateboards, fast-moving vehicles and small animals.
Sit, down and stay. These cues will help with impulse control for the high-driven Aussiedoodle and will help prevent jumping on people (especially for the friendly Poodle side).
Give or drop cues. Retrieval work means he must readily release his prey.
“Say hello” cue. This teaches your Aussiedoodle when to be friendly to other people, countering any natural territoriality and helping with impulse control if his naturally friendly poodle genes prevail.
“Place” and “Settle” cues. Both help with impulse control of the extremely active Aussiedoodle.
All of the above cues are essential for any Aussiedoodle. And a working Aussiedoodle who’s off-leash performing obedience, rally, dock diving or field work must adhere to these cues in any distracting environment or will fail in such pursuits.
Aussiedoodles can be great companions for families who desire an active, fun dog. But you must meet the dog’s needs for him to reach his potential and not engage in unwanted behaviors. You can then look forward to all the adventures you’ll have together. And your friends will probably love him as much as you do!
What does an Aussiedoodle look like?
Depending on whether he looks more like his Poodle or Australian Shepherd ancestors, an Aussiedoodle can be solid colors like his Poodle ancestors, or merle or tricolor like his Australian Shepherd ancestors. He may have curly, medium or long hair, which requires regular grooming. Some have a bushy muzzle with fuzzy eyebrows and merle dappling. Aussiedoodles have wooly, floppy ears. Their size depends on their Poodle ancestors (Toy, Miniature or Standard).
They usually have rounder heads and shorter, wider muzzles than Poodles or Australian Shepherds do.
Toy Aussiedoodles usually have a Toy Poodle parent, are under 20 pounds and are 14 inches tall at the shoulder
Miniature Aussiedoodles have a Miniature Poodle parent, range from 30 to 40 pounds and are 20 inches tall at the shoulder
Standard Aussiedoodles have a Standard Poodle parent, are up to 70 pounds and 25 inches tall at the shoulder
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According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, approximately 1 in 4 dogs will, at some stage in their lives, develop a tumor, and almost 50 % of dogs over age 10 will develop cancer. But efforts are underway to help pets improve life quality and expectancy — and help owners cope.
Three organizations helping your dog with cancer:
The Pet Cancer Foundation
The Pet Cancer Foundation officially launched in October 2022 and next year seeks to invest $2.5 million in research for earlier cancer detection in pets, $1 million to research pet-specific cancer treatment options and another $1 million to provide veterinarians with better information to improve the cancer care that pets receive.
Earlier this year, the Canine Cancer: Take C.H.A.R.G.E. (Canine Health and Registry Exchange) established the first-ever national database of the incidence and prevalence of canine cancer to help target diagnoses and treatment decisions. The information is taken directly from dog owners and vets based on personal experience with canine cancer. The database, overseen by eight leading veterinarians who specialize in canine oncology and surgery, is open to the public and the first-of-its-kind resource that will help guide canine cancer diagnosis and treatment decisions from incidence rates reported on a large scale.
Wild Blue Dogs raises money for Comparative-Oncology, a fast-growing field of cancer research that ties together the study of cancer in dogs and humans. The organization fundraisers through weeklong summer and fall dog camps held on Lake Tahoe in California, where owners and their dogs participate in adventurous and bonding activities, guided by dog trainers and coaches. To donate, you can choose whether your funds go toward canine cancer research or treatments. To learn more, go to wildbluedogs.org.
How important is finding support when your dog has cancer?
A multi-year Gallup survey of U.S. dog owners and a retrospective review of more than 35,000 anonymous canine patient records found that when a dog is diagnosed with cancer, the owner often suffers from depression and anxiety. But, if the owner is able to manage his dog’s cancer treatment side effects well, such as pain, urinary incontinence and diarrhea, his well-being improves.
A dog cancer diagnosis is sad and filled with uncertainty, but utilizing these resources and furthering cancer research and treatments for all dogs, can bring the whole family a level of comfort.
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Though the number of animals that end up in local shelters and are reunited with their families varies by community, Best Friends Animal Society surveyed more than 2,000 shelters nationwide and found that in 2021 only 21% of lost dogs got back home.
“It’s terrible. There’s a huge percentage of pets that probably could be returned to their owners that are not getting returned right now,” says Marc Peralta. He is the chief program officer for Best Friends and has run shelters and animal control departments across the country.
Experts say while many well-run, well-meaning databases, social media pages and missing pet websites exist — no centralized, “official” site exists that all shelters, animal welfare agencies and the public use to report lost and found animals nationwide.
“It’s kind of a free for all,” Marc says. “Everybody’s independent. It is ineffective.”
Without a central pet reporting system, your lost dog could be in someone’s home five blocks away or in a nearby community’s shelter and you may not know.
“It definitely is frustrating that there isn’t a system that everyone uses. There is a gap,” says Jessica Simpson, senior public policy specialist from the Humane Society of the United States.
That communication gap could leave you at risk of never seeing your dog again. “We have to find better solutions to make it easy for people to find their pets,” Marc says.
Steps to find a lost dog
Given the disjointed system, if you’re looking for your lost dog, the burden is on you to do all you can to find them. Experts say here’s how:
Mobilize helpers
Call in favors — you’re going to need assistance. Mobilize a small army quickly.
“Get your neighbors, social media friends and other people to help. There are so many things that need to be done it becomes an impossible task for one person to try to do this alone,” says Kat Albrecht-Thiessen, a police officer turned pet detective who runs the Missing Animal Response Network and trains people and dogs to find lost pets.
Start searching ASAP
Look for your dog in their favorite places, like parks, neighbors’ homes or your local store that gives out treats.
If your dog is fearful, don’t sound panicked when you call them, they’ll pick up on that.
“Don’t call their name; instead, sing,” Kat says. “It helps to calm everyone down. The dog is still going to hear you.”
Try food, cameras and traps
If your dog took off in the woods or a specific neighborhood, put out food and a motion-activated camera. If it captures pictures of your dog, then you know they’re still in the area.
Contact a pet detective team or animal control officer to set up a humane trap to try to catch your dog.
Use your scents
Dogs have remarkable senses of smell, so leave familiar ones for them to find. Put out your dog’s bedding, carrier — or your clothing with your scent.
“We’ve seen a lot of cases where the owner is out there for hours trying to find the dog. It gets dark, they leave and when they come back the next morning, the dog is in the parking lot where they’ve left a crate or blanket,” Kat says.
Scour local shelters
If your dog ends up in a shelter, you must find them quickly. Some facilities only hold dogs for a limited number of days. If you don’t claim your dog, they could be adopted to a new family or euthanized. “You’ve got to beat the clock,” Jessica says.
Report your lost dog to every veterinary clinic, animal control department, and shelter in your area and surrounding cities or counties. Go to your local shelters every day. Be relentless.
“You’re going to have better success finding your pet if you are driving and checking (the shelters) yourself, and not just filing a lost report and waiting for the universe to do what it’s supposed to,” Marc says.
Notify your dog’s microchip company
Immediately tell your dog’s microchip registry your dog is lost. Make sure your contact information is up to date in their database. Some companies will help look for your dog.
“They’ll send email notifications to people in the immediate area to highlight the fact that there is a missing animal,” Jessica says.
Go big with lost dog signs
Don’t post measly flyers. Think big: 2 feet tall and wide, neon-colored poster boards that people can’t miss.
Post them where your dog went missing with only keywords and your phone number.
“Use five words people can read in five seconds when they’re going 55 miles an hour. ‘White poodle. Red collar. Lost.’ Make the letters big,” Kat says.
Kat points to this television show video as an example of how people may see a lost dog flyer, not pay attention to it and even walk right past the missing dog.
Make your car a mobile billboard
Use washable markers to write your dog’s description on your windows. Add your dog’s picture then drive around.
Contact local media
Did you lose your dog in a newsworthy way? Is your story compelling? Email local media outlets with details and ask them to do a story or share your dog’s information on their website or social media pages.
If someone says they have your dog, ask them to send a picture to prove it. Be cautious if they ask for money, even if you’ve offered a reward.
Check online
Repeat the steps above, but instead, search the sites for your dog.
Petco Love Lost allows people to search by location. The site also uses facial recognition to match photos of lost pets with found pets and works with more than 1,800 shelters.
The nonprofit hopes to partner and integrate with other missing pet websites and create that one official, free, central reporting site.
“We are determined to make this work because we know the incredible impact it will make on the lives of pets,” says, president of Petco Love.
If you find a lost dog:
Check for a collar, tags or an owner’s contact information
Report or bring the dog to your local animal control agency
Make sure the dog is scanned for a microchip
Post pictures/description of the dog on social media and lost and found pet websites
Be prepared in case your dog gets lost:
Microchip your dog
Register the microchip
Keep your contact information up to date with the microchip registry
Make sure your dog wears a collar with tags with your current phone number
Embroider your phone number on your dog’s collar
Take and keep clear, high-quality, color photos of your dog
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Customize your no-sew DIY dog bandana just in time for the holidays.
What you’ll need to make a dog bandana:
2 different patterned pieces of fabric
Scissor
Iron-on letters
Iron-on hem tape
Iron
Glitter or glow-in-the-dark paint
Paintbrush
How to make a dog bandana:
Cut 1 piece of fabric 14.5” x 14.5,” and the other piece 14” x 14” (this size is for a small dog). Fold edges of the printed side of larger fabric over ¼” and iron. Place smaller piece of fabric right side up on top of the back of the larger fabric. Place about ¼” of hem tape close to the edges of fabric. Do this to all four sides.
Fold over and iron to seal.
Place your iron-on letters on fabric and iron on according to instructions. Peel off.
Paint with fabric paint, let dry. Fold into triangle and tie it on.
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Deafness and age-related hearing loss in dogs (presbycusis) is common. While we don’t have exact figures, most experienced veterinarians will tell you the majority of dogs over age 10 appear to develop some hearing deficiency as they grow older. In fact, many veterinarians say age-related deafness is one of the more common geriatric changes in dogs.
The most common symptoms of hearing loss and deafness in dogs are
decreased response to voice or clicker commands
startles easily (especially after sleeping)
difficulty to awaken
inability to locate or track sounds
disorientation and inattention
Young dogs with hearing deficits may be more vocal and play more aggressively.
Hearing loss in dogs from chronic ear infections
In dogs with chronic ear infections, head shaking, scratching and rubbing the ears, ear discharge, redness and swelling and head tilt or stumbling may be observed.
Chronic ear infections are perhaps the most common cause of hearing loss in older dogs. Many dogs suffer from persistent, even lifelong, otitis externa and media (outer and middle ear infections), that eventually cause permanent damage to the anatomical structures that enhance hearing. We speculate that this type of acquired hearing loss may be similar to human age-related hearing loss, with gradual decline in sensitivities to frequencies and volume over time.
Hearing loss in dogs inherited condition
Canine hearing loss is often an inherited condition, perhaps a close runner-up to complications of chronic ear infections. In many dogs, congenital deafness may be related to coat color (pigment-associated deafness), specifically the dominant merle or dapple color genes. Often associated with color-associated deafness are breeds such as:
Collies
Dachshunds
Great Danes
Shetland Sheepdogs
Studies have shown almost 5% of merle dogs were deaf in one or both ears.
Australian Shepherds and other breeds have been documented to suffer from “white hair deafness.” In fact, white coloration on and around the ear is associated with deafness in many breeds of dog, although this trait is not a guarantee of hearing loss.
Other breeds reported to have a higher incidence of deafness include:
Dalmatians
Russell Terriers (commonly referred to as Jack Russel Terriers)
Australian Cattle Dogs
Bull Terriers
English Setters
Note that any dog can have congenital deafness, and the researchers have identified at least 104 breeds with inherited deafness. It is a common myth that dogs with two different eye colors (heterochromia) have a higher incidence of deafness, but research shows that is not the case.
Dog dysfunction syndrome
In any dog experiencing symptoms consistent with hearing loss, lack of attention or motivation, lethargy or loss of training (including housetraining), we next need to assess her cognitive abilities. Over the years I’ve been fooled by cognitive decline in a variety of cases, and I’ve learned to rule out the big diseases first and then carefully analyze a declining dog’s mental status.
Cognitive dysfunction syndrome (CDS) in dogs affects approximately 14% to 35% of all dogs, and strikes most commonly over age 9. Spayed females are more commonly diagnosed with CDS, and the condition seems to progress faster in neutered males, suggesting certain hormones may also be involved.
The clinical signs of CDS can be similar to those of hearing loss, making an accurate diagnosis more challenging, but even more important in terms of prognosis. CDS often progresses until a dog is unable to function normally and her quality of life is severely compromised, while hearing loss can be accommodated with simple lifestyle and environmental changes.
My checklist for common CDS symptoms:
Noticed any aimless wandering, staring into space or general confusion?
Loss of housetraining, particularly simultaneous inappropriate urination and defecation?
Sleeping and waking at unusual times?
Irritability, decreased interaction or withdrawal?
Failure to respond to known commands or vocal cues, even when you’re certain she hears you?
Loss of appetite?
Excessive or unusual vocalization?
To definitively diagnose hearing loss in dogs, your dog needs to be referred to a specialist for a brainstem auditory evoked potentials (BAER) evaluation. This test looks for brain response when sounds are played.
Are there hearing aids for dogs?
Although hearing aids have been developed in the past for dogs suffering from age-related hearing loss, the reality is none of these devices are economical or practical. Years ago, researchers tried to develop hearing aids that could be worn in the ears and anchored to their collars, but found few dogs tolerated them well. Other researchers tried to anchor the hearing aids in bone, but that also turned out poorly. While cochlear implants are feasible, there haven’t been any developed for dogs. If possible, experts estimate a canine cochlear ear implant would cost about $25,000 to $35,000.
How to help a dog with hearing loss
For dogs with hearing loss or deafness, lifestyle and environmental accommodations are the best treatment. Affected dogs can be taught hand-signal commands. In addition, many dogs become highly sensitive to vibrations and can be trained to respond to tapping the floor or other resonant objects.
Dogs with hearing loss also seem to focus on facial expressions and gestures to gain clues on what you’re saying. Maintaining eye contact is an essential key to communication.
I’ve also had success with trying different types of whistles (high- and low-frequencies), increasing your volume when issuing commands (“CHEESE!”), and even responding to flashlights. I once had a client train her dog to different colors of lights (red was food, green was walk and blue was “come here”).
If you have a dog who has hearing loss, follow these tips:
Keep away from traffic or other potentially dangerous situations where the inability to hear a threat could be harmful.
Fenced yards, leash walks and play with known dogs and people is important to keep them safe.
I’m also a fan of placing a “medical alert” collar tag identifying your dog as being deaf.
Some dog owners place a bell on their pet’s collar to help find them when they can no longer respond to “Come here! Cheese!”
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With the number of dog training supplies available both in store and online it can be daunting to try to pick the best ones. Having the appropriate tools in your toolbox when working with your dog can make or break your training success. Your top item will be the best dog training treats, so we’ll start there.
Training treats for dogs
Food is not only your dog’s friend, but also your BFF for training. Use the term treat loosely, as food is food. More and more pet parents are swapping out kibble for alternative, human-grade foods, so why should treats be any different? Find foods your dog both likes and loves. Start experimenting! Commercial treats can be great but can be expensive and aren’t always readily available. So, head to your fridge and let the fun begin.
Of course, some foods dogs should never have https://ift.tt/HivJKwp but many fruits and veggies and other foods in moderation can be a great addition to your treat repertoire. You’ll likely find your dog’s faves might surprise you! Small pieces (about pea-sized) are plenty to satisfy. And since fruits and vegetables tend to be low in calories, no need to fret over weight-gain: simply adjust daily meals accordingly.
Some foods to try:
Carrots
Zucchini
Cantaloupe
Apples
Boiled chicken
Blueberries
Strawberries
Cheese
Broccoli
Sweet potatoes
Plant-based hot dogs
Cucumbers
Create a treat ladder for your dog. Lower value treats are toward the bottom of the ladder, higher value treats in the middle, and my-dog-will-do-anything-for treats at the top. The bigger the challenge, the higher the reward.
Dog not food motivated? You probably just haven’t found the right foods yet! Other possibilities include he’s used to free-feeding (stop doing this) or may not have healthy feeding habits and routines (start doing this).
Dog treat pouch
Your dog’s treat ladder, as described earlier, will clue you in on what type of treat pouch might suit you best. The most efficient pouches have multiple compartments for a variety of food stuffs so you can be ready for well-timed rewards. Magnetic closures are a nice bonus for easy access. Some pouches feature versatility with how they’re worn depending on the situation and what you’re training.
Many trainers even opt for fanny packs, as these lightweight easy-to-wear bags are affordable and typically also have multiple compartments for treats, whistles, poop bags and your phone.
Even for the calmest of dogs, clipping a leash to a collar can put unnecessary pressure on the neck and spine. Wearing collars are fine for ID tags for example, but harnesses are typically safer (more difficult to wrangle out of) and more comfortable when fitted properly: a well-made well-fitted harness doesn’t chafe or restrict movement. Many harnesses come with a front and back clip for added support with leash walking training.
Evaluate your dog’s size, strength, walking style and your abilities when considering which type of harness to get. Larger dogs will need a more heavy-duty harness than a toy breed.
Affordable, comfortable and popular harnesses include:
A word on training collars: just say no. Prong, choke and e-collars are not only outdated methods of training, they are also proven to cause harmful lasting emotional and behavioral effects. Read these articles for more information:
Leashes are about personal preference and style but must also be about safety and comfort. The ideal length is 5 to 6 ft to allow a little breathing room, but not enough to get tangled, and keeps him close when out walking and in higher traffic spaces. Additionally, many dog-friendly venues, outdoor areas and trails require dogs be on a 6-foot leash. Leashes come in a variety of materials; lightweight and strong are the most handler and dog friendly. Some also come with a traffic handle for super close encounters.
As with harnesses, choose a leash you can safely and effectively handle and that’s the appropriate strength for your dog’s size and activity level. Pay special attention to the clasp and ensure it’s a good fit for your dog’s harness so it’ll be safe and secure.
And depending on your walking style and harness choice, double-ended leashes can be a great choice. These versatile leashes can clip on both the front and back of harnesses simultaneously and even allow the handler to go hands free. Many double-ended leashes also allow for comfortably walking two dogs at once.
Be careful of retractable leashes. Retractables can get tangled very quickly and are notorious for snapping back into the handler or the dog and causing injury. They also hinder the handler from maneuvering effectively and quickly when necessary, such as in crowded spaces, sudden changes in the environment and in vets’ offices and small spaces.
Long leash for dog training
A long line is a great tool for training your dog a variety of behaviors and shaping others. They allow handlers to work with their dogs from farther away to build reliability with behaviors from various distances. Long lines are also ideal for early stages of recall training to get the initial feel of being off leash while being able to practice these behaviors safely, since the handler still has a connection to the dog.
Although length and material vary depending on needs and preference, long lines are often 15 to 50 feet in length and made of rope, nylon or biothane. Some don’t have handles/grips, although they’re recommended for safety and versatility. Never allow your dog to run off with a long line as it can get tangled and become a safety hazard.
All dogs should be trained to a muzzle. Whether it’s for vet or groomer visits, nail trims, emergency situations, pica (eating non-food items) or over reactivity or aggression, all dogs can benefit from being comfortable with wearing a muzzle should the need arise. Muzzles should allow for panting and drinking (no Velcro muzzles!) and fit properly and comfortably, which means it feels to your dog like glasses do to us: like they’re not there.
Whether puppy or adult, dogs love to chew. Chew toys are an essential part of helping puppies understand the no-teeth-on-people rule and helpful for giving them something to teethe and gnaw on instead of shoes or furniture! And bored and under-stimulated dog of any age is much more likely to fall into bad habits, so keeping a fresh and fun supply of appropriate chews is a win-win.
Food puzzles/toys are great especially for when you might be away, have company, or otherwise need a temporary positive distraction as well. But be safe about leaving your dog unsupervised with any toy and be sure he enjoys it per manufacturer’s instructions.
Be careful with rawhides as digestion can be problematic and splintering can be a safety concern with antlers. High-calorie “long-lasting” chews can be a choking hazard once they become smaller and possibly cause weight gain. Even softer chews can present swallowing/choking hazards, and marrow bones, hooves and other “real” chews can cause tooth fractures or worse. Always check with your vet before giving the green light on chew toys.
Arguably the most important cue for your dog to learn is to come when called. Since 99% of dogs won’t come 100% of the time, and there’s so much on the line with this cue the more help you can get the better. Training your dog with a whistle is one surefire way to make recall more effective. Whistles can also be used for any other cues making them very handy. They’re consistent, unlike our tone of voice/mood, and free up our hands for signals, rewards and belly rubs!
Whether it’s training relaxation and calming protocols, teaching your dog a place to go in stressful situations, providing a platform for training or the very versatile Go to Mat cue, a mat is a staple in working with your dog. And they’re highly portable for a variety of situations when you might need your dog to chill on his mat .
You can most definitely just use a household rug, but it should be exclusively for your dog’s training and use. If you’d like to opt for something more try:
Last but certainly not least, the best tool is free and makes all the difference in your training. Approaching training with patience and humor not only facilitates effectiveness, but is also more fun! Training is a process, a journey, not an event or destination. Dog learning is just like human learning in that it continues throughout life. While certain tasks and cues and even sports and tricks can be learned and repeated, learning to live and thrive in our human world and still retain all the wonderful qualities that make them dogs is a delicate balance. Dogs look to us for answers, support, comfort and direction.
When gathering supplies, don’t forget that your most important asset is your relationship with your dog, so choose wisely.
Bonus tool: Training vests
Training vests get a lot of attention, and since there are several types let’s break it down:
Trainer/Handler vests
For humans and are often made of durable, flexible and weather/water-proof fabric and have a lot of pockets for various training items. Some also come with an additional treat pouch. Typically used for a variety of outdoor uses, such as for sport, gun and hunting dogs.
Reserved for dogs who are working in a service dog capacity or in a service dog training program. According to the ADA, a service animal is defined as a dog who has been individually trained to do work or perform tasks for an individual with a disability. The task(s) performed by the dog must be directly related to the person’s disability. Not to be confused with therapy dogs or emotional support dogs.
Emotional support or therapy dog vest
Typically reserved for dogs who have undergone training for these roles and are functioning credibly in these capacities.
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