It is called FURniture for a reason..but it works!

Having dogs that we love. Well they are on the furniture and the beds and of course everywhere! I was looking around and researching about different dog items and ideas! Found this great tip and it works!! A great way to clean up the critter hair on your furniture..even though it is called FURniture for a reason!! Enjoy:)

http://www.dogtipper.com/tip/2010/04/removing-pet-hair.html

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Some Really Good Reasons for Grooming! Plus Pippa!

Some good reasons for grooming include: • improved health of the skin and coat • decreased chance of various health problems, such as thrush, scratches, and other skin problems • general cleanliness of the dog • monitoring of the dog's health by checking for cuts, heat, swelling, lameness, or changes in temperament (such as depression) , all of which could be indicative of illness

And this happy pup is Pippa..freshly groomed!

Dog Humor!!

What do you say to a dog before he eats? - A: Bone appetite!

It's Chihuahua Time!

The 2^nd Most Popular Dog in the United States! Chihuahua!

Chihuahua History

The Chihuahua—named for the Mexican state that borders Texas and New Mexico—is the oldest breed on the American continent. Historians believe they evolved from a wild dog called the Techichi that was domesticated by the Toltecs in 9th century Mexico. Some even claim the modern Chihuahua originated from a cross between the Techichi and a hairless dog that came to North America from China via the Bering Strait. Chihuahuas were discovered around 1850 in Mexico, where merchants were selling them to tourists. They quickly became popular in the United States and were registered with the AKC in 1904.

Some Ideal Human Companions

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* The elderly

* The housebound

* Singles

* Apartment dwellers

Brushing And Bathing

• Your Chihuahua will have either long or short hair. This factor will determine your exact course of action when grooming his coat. Short haired Chihuahua's do not need as much attention as long haired Chihuahua's. In fact, Chihuahua's are one of the easiest dogs to keep groomed.

• Brushing your Chihuahua is important, even if his hair is short. You brush his coat to help keep it smooth and to aid in the natural shedding process. Short haired Chihuahua's need brushing on occasion, which usually means whenever they look as if they need it. Long haired Chihuahua's should be brushed more often, like once a week. You may find that you need to brush your dog more often if they shed quite a bit. You can brush your Chihuahua with a damp cloth or soft bristle brush.

• Keep in mind that to of the most important aspects of keeping your Chihuahua healthy and well-groomed is brushing their teeth and trimming their nails. Please choose a reputable certified groomer to help:)

Check this out!! Would you buy this for you pooch!

Right before my dog poops, the first thing I think is, “If only I had a mink holder for my poop bags!” Minks will be glad to know they have given their life for such a noble cause. This one’s a steal, at $72.

The full article is on www.dogster.com

Interesting Canine Fact!! Rarest dog in the world!

With only 500-600 registered in the U.S., and about 35 in the U.K., the Glen
Of Imaal Terrier is easily the rarest breed of domesticated dog in the
world. In fact, there are now more giant pandas in the world than this
Irish-bred canine!

What is the most popular dog in the US? The Labrador!! Some traits..

The Labrador Retriever (also Labrador, Labby or Lab for short), is one of several kinds of retriever, a type of gun dog. The Labrador is considered the most popular breed of dog (by registered ownership) in the world, and is by a large margin the most popular breed by registration in the United States (since 1991), theUnited Kingdom, Poland, and several other countries. It is also the most popular dog breed in the United States, Australia, and many other countries, as well as being widely used by police and other official bodies for their detection and working abilities.

They are exceptionally affable, gentle, intelligent, energetic and good natured, and Labradors are generally considered good companions for people of all ages (including a high level of patience and tolerance for children, making them both excellent companions and working dogs. Although somewhat boisterous if untrained, Labrador Retrievers respond well to praise and positive attention, and are considerably “food and fun” oriented. These dogs are loyal and good with little children. With training, the Labrador is one of the most dependable, obedient and multi-talented dog breeds in the world.

Source: Wikipedia and AKC

Another Happy Pup!! Rusty the poodle!!

Here is a picture of Rusty! Freshly groomed and ready to go:)

Another happy Pup!

April showers and dogs in raincoats!!

April showers bring May flowers or in this case in the desert we hope so! However we sure had our share of rain in March...but even so could you imagine your canine pup pal in these cute yellow slickers! However looking at the extended forecast it looks like we might have a shower or two mid April. So keep this in mind!

You can take a look at your local favorite dog accessory store so you do not ever have to have that "wet dog smell" again!



Photo by pt harriet

Some good reasons for grooming!

Some good reasons for grooming include: • improved health of the skin and coat • decreased chance of various health problems, such as thrush, scratches, and other skin problems • general cleanliness of the dog • monitoring of the dog's health by checking for cuts, heat, swelling, lameness, or changes in temperament (such as depression) , all of which could be indicative of illness