Hello Pet Lovers!

I wish you the very best of what Christmas brings - hope, new life, and many blessings! Remember - Jesus is the reason for the season! I'll see you in the new year!

Remember to keep your holiday treats out of reach from your pets. Enjoy time with your family and spread the cheer and joy this season brings! Be a light!

Love,

Heather

The season of giving has come again! (Honestly, we should be giving year-round :)

You may be wondering what to give some of the people on your list... especially the animal fanatics!

Well I may have some solutions for you on this page...

(The links below are affiliate links, which means I get a commission if you buy from these links. I work very hard to bring you free pet training tips and advice, so please consider using my links if you're going to buy from these companies. Thank you!)

Woof Blankets turns your cat or dog's photo into a piece of art and prints it on a blanket! This will make a great keepsake gift that will be cherished by your loved one for years to come!

Give the gift of a Woof Blankets customized, hand-drawn blanket or custom canvas art piece featuring...

Pet Lover's Passion cares about rescuing animals, which is why I've created this list of animal rescues in central Pennsylvania - to help you find your new furry friend!

Centre County PAWS
1401 Trout Road
State College, PA 16801
814-237-8722
https://www.centrecountypaws.org/

Pets Come First
2451 General Potter Highway
Centre Hall, PA 16828
814-364-1725
http://petscomefirst.net/

Golden Retriever Rescue of Central PA
PO Box 397
Centre Hall, PA 16828
814-777-3190
http://www.grca-nrc.org/rescues/pa/grrcp.html

Hope's Dream Rescue and Sanctuary
335 Walnut St
Howard, PA 16841
Email: [email protected]
https://www.facebook.com/HopesDreamRescue/

Happy Valley Animals in Need
http://www.happyvalleyanimalsinneed.com/

Clinton County SPCA
33 Mill Hill Rd
Lock Haven, PA 17745
570-748-4756
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"(Doorbell) - Trick or Treat!" Your dog runs behind the sofa and barks, hackles raised... does this scene sound familiar?

How about Fido quivering under the bed?

If your dog has similar reactions to trick-or-treaters, I have some helpful advice. Let's dig in:

• Give your dog calming supplements starting a few days prior to Halloween.
• Give your dog plenty of exercise the day prior and the day of the festivities. This will release any pent-up anxiety and help your dog be more calm when the trick-or-treaters come out.
• Make sure your dog's collar and tags are on well before the festivities, in the event he or she were to escape the house.
• Give your dog at least two durable, food-filled toys to chew on to keep her mind off of all else once the festivities begin.
• Close...

Should People Dress Up Pets for Halloween?

Sure, it's cute, but have you thought about how they feel about it?

I think dressing up a pet who has been trained to accept wearing things using positive reinforcement (praise & positive associations) is acceptable for photo ops, as long as they're not showing any signs of stress or humiliation.

For animals, playing "dress up" is very unnatural and uncomfortable. We must take caution and look out for their mental and emotional well-being.

Dressing up certain animals with aggressive tendencies can exacerbate the problem, as stress causes these animals to snap.

Dressing up shy or fearful animals can make their anxiety worse.

Taking any dog out in public while wearing a costume can cause major communication problems. What I mean is,...

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An indoor exercise wheel for dogs and cats?! I WANT one!

I'm an affiliate with Pet Pro Supply Co. (meaning I get a commission if you buy from the link below) and I was browsing their website - they have a lot of neat products - but this one stood out and I HAD to mention it in a blog post!

Mainly because I've had some clients in the past who've adopted high-energy breed dogs when they (the people) did not have the energy to keep up with the exercise needs of their dog. Or they were looking for excercise solutions for the winter, when the ice makes it very difficult to adventure very far. I believe this item could be part of the solution!

GoPet CG4012 Indoor/Outdoor Treadwheel for Small Dogs/Cats up to 25 lbs - $605.00
from: Pet Pro Supply Co.

Cats could also benefit from this treadwheel...

Diatomaceous Earth, a fine white powder sourced from fossils, has many uses including flea and tick prevention, use in parasite cleanses, is a great skin exfoliant, can be used to brush teeth, is a great source of calcium and minerals, is a desiccant (keeps things dry), deodorizer, and can be used in the garden. While D.E. provides benefits for all of these uses, it must be used with caution. Let's dive deeper...

D.E. is comprised of ancient fossilized aquatic organisms that are ground up into micro-sized particles. These particles are very sharp and have jagged edges. This is why it works so well at lacerating the bodies of both internal and external parasites. For obvious reasons, we don't want to get this into our lungs. Extreme caution must be used when...

In working with my clients over the years, I've ran into various situations where dog owners were looking for ways to allow their dogs to potty indoors without making a mess. Each situation was unique; whether it was an elderly client who could no longer make it outside easily, someone who worked long hours and needed to provide a place for their dogs to relieve themselves while they were away, a toy breed who couldn't be outside very long in the winter, or dogs who had never walked on grass before their new owners adopted them - indoor potty training is essential in situations like these!

Puppy pads are very handy indeed, but what about other alternatives? You may have heard about turf mats with a catch pan underneath. You can even find real-grass potty patches which are great for...

When a pet passes away, they leave behind many fond memories. They may have inspired you, cheered you, or was just the steady friend you always had around. There are some things that belonged to them that you want to keep around. For me, it was Rosie's favorite toy that she had since she was a puppy, her collar tag, and best picture. These have remained preserved over the years since her passing and sit on a bookshelf in my bedroom.

Rosie was everything: a playmate, best friend, ever-present companion, trick-dog master, agility wiz, scent tracker... my little black bear!

I recently stumbled accross a business that prints dog photos on blankets - full-size. It was funny, because a couple of weeks ago, I thought to myself, "it would sure be nice to get that printed on a...