I haven't been the best doggie this year... But it's just so much fun to bark at the mailman and chase kitty cats that I can't help it. Mommy say that it must be in my jeans, but that doesn't make sense because dog don't wear pants. Mommy is silly sometimes... Anyway, I decided that I would try bribery in order to get Santa Paws to visit this year. So I'm having Mommy bake some goodies that the reindogs should enjoy. My plan is that they will smell all the yummy treats and make a special trip to our house. If you think that you might be on the naughty list, you could have your Mommy or Daddy make some as well.
~Bandit

P.S. I also included some cat treats on the list to apologize for that time I chased a cat into a bush and to show Santa that I really want to be friends with all the kitties out there...

Homemade Pet Treats for Christmas

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Whether you have children at home or simply encounter them in public, it's crucial for your dog to learn to "play nicely" with them. Here are some basic safety suggestions to keep in mind whenever you and your pet will be around children:

Young children and dogs should always be supervised when together. Children love holding a dog's leash, but an adult should be there to supervise. For example, a child may not be able to control even the most mild-mannered dog if they are approached by another dog. Also, children can hurt the dog by pulling too hard on his collar, causing him to snap or bite.

Consider your dog's personality. If she has shown signs of being aggressive towards children then do not allow any unsupervised contact. If you have not already, you might also consider asking your vet about evaluation by a certified animal behaviorist.

Learn to read your dog's body language. Pets can become upset by too much stimulation. Watch for signs that your pet wants to be left alone. Especially watch for warning signs like hissing, lip curling, and/or raised hackles.

Keep your pet calm. Some dogs get very excited and agitated when confronted by large groups of children. And the high-pitched sounds and quick motions of children playing may frighten some dogs. Consider using pet calming spray or treats to help your dog stay calm no matter how much activity is going on around her.

Teach kids good manners. Children should not disturb a dog while he's eating, taking a nap, or playing with a favorite toy.

Show respect for your pet's boundaries. Children should learn which parts of the dog's body they can touch and pet and how to touch gently. For instance, your dog may love belly rubs and having his head stroked but resent having his feet or tail touched.

Feel free to share the summary of these suggestions with other pet lovers, and as always be sure to get the professional advice of a veterinarian for any issues or concerns with your pet.

Dog Owner Vs Parents by egogenius

Especially when you are at someone else's home...

Visiting friends and family with either pets or kids inevitably ends one way -- in disaster. Take your eyes of either one and sure enough they will do the following:

• Run through the house and break something expensive
• Steal food off someone's dinner plate
• Find (create) mud, play in it, and then nap in host's bed
• Vomit, poop, and/or pee on a brand new rug
• And before the visit is over, someone is going to get bitten...

Today, we wanted to take a moment to remember and honor those who have gone across the Rainbow Bridge before us.

The loss of a pet is a devastating experience. Death is universal, but accepting the loss of a loved one is one of the most difficult things in the world. And for some, the death of the pet can be worse than the loss of a human family member.

Although comforting words from friends and family can soothe a grieving heart, ultimately people find peace and heal in their own time and in their own way. If someone you know has recently lost a pet, consider expressing your condolences in one of the following ways:

• Participate in a burial or memorial service with owner.
• Give a pet sympathy gift such a floral arrangement, wreath, or gift basket.
• Help the owner create framed pictures or photo albums to remember their pet.
• Commemorate the life of the pet with a memorial such as a keepsake box, custom made jewelry, or garden stone.

Remember, your goal is not to alleviate an individual's grief (that will happen with time) but to assure the recipient that people acknowledge their grief and send a message of support and comfort.

If you have any words of sympathy or encouragement to share, please feel free to do so in the comments.

Mama feeds me special food for my sensitive stomach, but sometimes I still get an upset tummy. When that happens, I get to eat boiled turkey and rice. For a special treat, sometimes she uses chicken or adds in yogurt or cottage cheese. Mmm, mmm, yummy! I wish she would cook for me more often, so I searched the Internet to see what other mommies and daddies cook for their doggies. I'm going to leave this list on her toputer as a hint... If you have a favorite recipe that your human cooks for you please add it to my list. And be sure to vote for the tastiest one so I know what to try first.

~Bandit

P.S. When mommy wants me to be quiet, she gives me peanut butter. BOL!

Homemade Dog Food Recipe Roundup

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There's one family member that many people forget about during holiday family gatherings: the family pet.

With the hustle and bustle of the season, dogs and cats tend to get overly excited when friends and family gather. This will not only annoy your visitors, but it also can be harmful to your pet.

But you don't have to keep your animal crated or locked in a room in order to avoid problems. The following tips will help your pet stay calm enough to not miss out on the holiday fun:

Give your pet an extra workout. According to the American Humane Association, taking your pet for an extra-long walk or having a longer playtimes can help tire your pet out before the party starts.

Encourage guests to greet your pet with care. As the partygoers trickle in, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals suggests asking your guests to calmly greet your pet. Giving an excited greeting will encourage your pet to do the same.

Relax your pet with a supplement. Many experts say that calming aids can help reduce your pet's hyperactivity. These products act to relieve restlessness, fear, nervousness, and aggression and can even help antsy pets sleep throughout the night.

Amuse your pet with a toy. To distract your pet from jumping up on guests or getting into things, the Humane Society of the United States recommends using toys as a distraction. For dogs, toys with hiding places for treats are suggested. For cats, catnip toys will keep them busy.

Finally, reward good behavior a few times during the event. The American Humane Association suggests keeping treats handy as a positive reinforcement when your pet chooses good behavior. Also, remind your guests not to feed your pet "people food." Using it as a treat will only lead to your pet begging for more at your guests' feet.

Here's a condensed version of these tips that you can share with others:

The Rise of Funny Cat Pictures

Author: Cedric Loiselle
People like to laugh, and to give their friends and family reason to laugh as well. One of the best uses of the internet beyond its informational and communication capabilities is giving a platform for people to create and share many ways of making themselves and those around them ways to laugh.

The Rise

If you have wandered around the internet to any extent you have probably encountered funny cat pictures. They started with just a few people capturing amusing or unexpected images of their pet cats and sharing them with friends and family through emails. These emails were so well received that they were shared further and further until they became chain letters. Soon other people were looking for opportunity to take funny cat pictures and send them around. Beyond just emails, entire websites featuring photo galleries filled with these pictures started opening. People could now go to one place and see hundreds of pictures of cats in any number of funny situations. These pictures were put on shirts, mugs, posters and in books. An entire world of cult-like following cropped up as funny cat pictures became one of the most popular things searched for using internet search engines.

Kinds of Funny Cat Pictures

What is funny really ranges from person to person. While some people find animals that are dressed up or posed creepy, others find them whimsical and cute. Unposed, candid shots of cats in humorous positions or situations remain among the most loved of funny cat pictures. If you are looking for a little glimmer of lighthearted humor during your day, it is easy to find a type of funny cat picture that will make you smile. The websites that were created in honor of these feisty felines generally offer subsections that allow you to choose the category of funny cat pictures that are most appealing to you. You may really like cats that have been put in costumes or given props so that they can "act out" phrases or familar situations, or perhaps you would rather look through pictures of cats that have put themselves in endearing positions. Either way, there are plenty of funny cat pictures available to give you a second of comedy during any difficult day.

The Importance of Funny Cat Pictures Captions

Some of the images offered on funny cat websites are not all that funny on their own. What makes these images so amusing is the choice of words that the photographer, or website owner, attaches to the image. For instance, you may not find a picture of a cat standing on its back paws, batting at some unseen toy particularly funny, but if you add the caption "Highfive!", it suddenly takes on a new level of humor. Giving funny cat pictures good captions is essential to the effectiveness of the picture.

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