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The 5 – Finger Pick-Up

It’s the hottest thing in the desert, in all the Preserve and even in the state. Maybe the world! You can be single or married, young or old. What is this hot, exciting new fad you might ask? Well, although it’s really hot, it’s not well known yet. But we are hoping to make it better known. So get ready to spread the word!

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What Happens to Your Pets?

In the event of an emergency, car accident or death, what will happen to your pets? To help you make your wishes clear to your family and friends, consider filling out a form such as this and then give everyone a copy, including your pets’ veterinarian. Continue reading

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Puppy Cranberry Pumpkin Muffins

2 eggs 1/3 Cup Olive Oil 1 Cup canned pumpkin (plain, not the ready pie mix) 1 1/2 Cups Amaranth flour 1 1/2 teaspoon Cinnamon powder 1 teaspoon ground carob 1 teaspoon baking powder 1 teaspoon baking soda 1/4 teaspoon … Continue reading

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Tommy’s Gourmet Dog Cookies

2 ½ – 3 c. bread flour 1 c. finely grated carrots ½ c. quick oats ½ c. margarine 1 egg ½ c. powdered milk dissolved in ¾ c. HOT water ½ c. peanut butter Put dissolved powdered milk and … Continue reading

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Golden Dog Treats

 Combine: 1 large baked sweet potato mashed up 1 can of tuna in water, with the water 2 c. flour pinch of sea salt Roll out between sheets of parchment paper then bake on one sheet of parchment paper; 350* … Continue reading

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Holiday Safety Tips

Everyone enjoys the holidays, from Christmas, New Years through Fourth of July, and Halloween including your Pets, but the holiday decorations and foods can be deadly for your cat and/or dog. Here are 12 tips to help you make the … Continue reading

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Dog Foccacia

Cook 1 lb of chicken liver or gizzards/hearts by boiling, cool. Blend in blender with 1-2 cups water. should be thick consistency. Meanwhile, mix: 2 beaten eggs 2 C. shredded mozzarella Add the blended meat to this. Add enough flour … Continue reading

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Carob Cakes

 1/2 cup honey 2 cup rye flour 1/2 cup mayonnaise 3 Tbsp carob powder 2 teas baking soda 1 cup warm water 1 teas vanilla extract   Mix all ingredients well.  Bake 350 in greased muffin tin about 25 minutes … Continue reading

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Final Question for Responsibilities of Owning a Puppy or Dog

How much exercise does a dog really need?

In a word…plenty! There is a lot of truth to the statement that a good dog is a tired dog. All dogs benefit from exercise. Even elderly dogs need to get up and move. But not all dogs need the same amount of exercise. For instance, veterinarians suggest that the constant pounding of running is too hard on a puppy’s underdeveloped joints, so wait until your puppy is older than one year of age to take him jogging or running with you. To get a better idea of the type and amount of exercise your dog needs, talk to your veterinarian. Continue reading

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Sixth and Seventh Question for Responsibilities of Owning a Puppy

What if your dog develops a behavior problem?

TV shows, web sites, books and magazines are helpful in a general sense when you have a question, but if you have specific behavior problems occurring it is better to have a skilled behaviorist who can come to your home. If that’s not possible, you can take your dog to the behaviorist’s office or, at the very least; you can speak to the behaviorist on the phone.

Where will the puppy/dog sleep at night?

An animal in unfamiliar surroundings may be frightened, especially one accustomed to sleeping in a crowd of other puppies who is now suddenly expected to sleep alone. Some breeders teach puppies to sleep alone in a crate, but that will not always happen. Better to have a plan before the puppy arrives than to scramble to come up with ways to calm a frightened animal.
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