Lucy's Dog House

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:36:00 +0000

Another great colla at Lucy's Dog House. The Rasta dog collar is fun, strong and really affordable. Starting at $9.00 for a collar, you would be hard pressed to find a more fun dog collar at a better price.

Best Dog ever Dog Collar

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 00:30:00 +0000

Here is another great dog collar that is new to Lucy's Dog House. These dog collars are great for a lot of reasons. One, they are a great design that is placed right on a nylon collar. Two, it is really sturdy because it is made from a high strength nylon. Three, they are made in America and lastly they are some of the most affordable collars on the market starting at about $9.00.

Owen and Olivia Dog Collars

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 21:28:00 +0000

This is just one of the great new Owen and Olivia Dog Collars that we have just recently added to Lucy's Dog House. Owen and Olivia Dog Collars are stunningly beautiful and super sturdy all at the same time. M

Owen and Olivia dog collars are hard to find at your local brick and mortar store.

At Lucy's Dog House all orders ship for $4.99 and orders over $100 ship for free.

Plus We Donate 5-15% of Every Purchase to Dog Rescues, so why shop anywhere else?

Stop by Lucy's Dog House to see our great selection of other dog collars.

Large Dog Beds

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 22 Mar 2009 01:49:00 +0000

Hi everyone. I just spent a bit of time updating the products in our large dog beds section. Stop by and chek it out when out when you get a chance.

Why shop online for a large dog bed? Well, quality large dog beds are hard to find at your local brick and mortar store. But buying online can sometimes mean high shipping costs. Well that can be true, but we hate high shipping costs.

At Lucy's Dog House all orders ship for $4.99 and orders over $100 ship for free. All orders ship within 2-3 days.

Plus We Donate 5-15% of Every Purchase to Dog Rescues, so why shop anywhere else?

Small Brake Fast Dog Bowl

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sat, 14 Mar 2009 03:12:00 +0000

This is one of our best selling products. It helps slow down your dog when they are eating.

Check out more at small brake fast dog bowl

Dental Kong Dog Toys

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Fri, 13 Mar 2009 00:57:00 +0000

We recently added Dental Kong Dog Toys to our selection of Kong products. Pretty cool stuff. It functions just like a normal kong providing your dog all sorts of chewing fun. One major difference from the normal kong is that it has ridges that help clean your dogs teeth. You can also use dog toothpaste on the ridges to etter clean the teeth.

I have the toughest time getting my dogs to stay still to brush their teeth, so this is a good option for me. Check it out at dental kong

Breed Resource Center

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Thu, 12 Mar 2009 02:20:00 +0000

Well, today was a good day. Here at Lucy's Dog House we have been busy building a resource center for nearly 200 breeds of dogs. Once it is finished we are going to have great articles, videos, links, etc.. for hundreds of dog breeds.

I need your help though. Are you a huge fan of a breed of dog or multiple breeds of dogs? Well I would love to hear from you with suggestions on links, videos or articles. If you are an aspiring author, looking to get published, let me know, I would love to see your work.

Celtic Cross Dog Collar

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:45:00 +0000

Here is a new collar pattern we just added to the store. Pretty cool. Plus they are both affordable starting at $9.00 for the collar and $11.00 for the lead. Check them out at celtic cross dog collars.

New Products at Lucy's Dog House

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 19:37:00 +0000

Wow, it has been a while since I have managed to log on this blog. Since I am not entirely sure that there are a ton of folks following this blog, it probably only matters a little bit. Ha, ha, ha. Well if you can not laugh at yourself you really should not be a small business owner.

Above is a picture of the pattern of one of our new collars that we are now carrying in the store. Is your dog one of the german breeds like Great Dane, Boxer, GSD or do you have a little german in you yourself?? Well this collar and the matching lead is a great way to celebrate your or your dog's heritage. Not german, well that is okay, we have american, british and canadian collars too. Plus we have celtic cross collars we are super cool. Stop by today to check them out at dog collars.

Smiley the Dog

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 00:17:00 +0000

Here is a story I found online today. I am not a big supporter of criminal activity but it seems like someone might have done the right thing for this particular dog. Hopefully Smiley is in a good home getting the proper training to get him to he is not so aggresive.

All My Best,

Hans
www.lucysdoghouse.net

By KING5.com Staff
KING5
updated 5:17 p.m. CT, Sun., Feb. 8, 2009

COUPEVILLE, Wash. – A dog at the center of a legal battle that will decide if he lives or dies has disappeared

Smiley was taken last night from an animal shelter on Whidbey Island.

Shelter manager Shari Bibich said someone broke through fencing into the kennel. She said all that was left was some sausage in the cage.

Smiley has spent nearly two years in an animal shelter awaiting an injection that would end his life. Two former shelter volunteers have fought to save him.

"We don't need Smiley to come to our home," Plaintiff Bob Baker said. "We just want Smiley to have a life -- a good life."

But the shelter says Smiley is too aggressive. If they let him be adopted, they say they could be held liable if he attacked someone.

On Friday a judge ruled there was no legal reason to prevent Smiley from being euthanized.

"The law has to be followed, and the court denies the preliminary injunction," Judge Vickie Churchill said.

Smiley does have one last hope. The judge signed off on what amounts to a stay of execution, allowing an appeal review or reconsideration by her.

The shelter's director says money they're spending on legal bills could go toward building a new shelter.

"Even the money they're spending on their side could be better spent in saving other animals and toward the future," said Stephen Paysse.

Wow, it is a new year already!!

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Fri, 06 Feb 2009 01:39:00 +0000

Well, it is a new year at Lucy's Dog House and I guess every where else.

We are changing up the store a little bit adding some new items and clearing out others. So, if there are some things that you would like to see added to the store or you just have a comment please let us know.

All My Best,

Hans

Store Wide Sale - 10-50 Percent Off Until 15 May

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Tue, 06 May 2008 10:06:00 +0000

HI everyone,

Lucy's Dog House is currently running a storewide sale. Everything is as least 10 percent off with some items as much as 50 percent off. So stop by today and buy something great for your dog at a wonderful price. You do not want to miss this one.

This month we are proud to announce we are sponsoring http://www.pawsofaustin.org/ a Great Dane rescue out of Austin, TX. Everytime you purchase something 5-15% of your purchase goes to support their efforts.

Stop by today at www.lucysdoghouse.net

7 Tips to Consider When You Walk a Dog

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 13:51:00 +0000

by Jeff Schuman

When people go to walk a dog, they don’t consider the various obstacles that may stop them from having a pleasant walk. There are several things that can ruin a walk, but if you plan ahead of time and consider these tips it will be relaxing to walk a dog.

Tip 1: Training dog to walk on a leash

It is important that the when you walk a dog, they have been trained or are comfortable walking on a leash. Training dogs to walk on a leash is very simple because most are eager to just get outside and explore.

Tip 2: How many walks a day?

If you walk a dog a couple times a day for a half hour, they will get the energy out of them and go to the bathroom. You can turn it into a one hour ordeal, but splitting it up into morning and afternoon or early night walks allows them to get their energy out at different times of the day rather than all at once.

Tip 3: Social skills for the dog

When you walk a dog you have to remember that a walk is a social experience for them in a sense. Depending on the dog’s obedience, allow them to greet other people and other dogs to build relationships. This will help their self-esteem and better their mood.

Tip 4: Restrict the dog

As mentioned in the previous tip, it is important to let them greet others and explore. However, it is important to restrict the dog to a point and maintain some kind of authority over it. You don’t want the dog to be wandering onto other people’s yards or running wild, so that is why training dogs to walk on a leash is important.

Tip 5: Cleaning poop

To clean up after your dog, it is important to remember to bring a plastic bag or some kind of pooper-scooper.

Tip 6: Vary the walks

As mentioned earlier, when you walk a dog it is the highlight of their day. By varying the route you take, this allows the dog to venture new surroundings and keeps them interested to explore new habitats.

Tip 7: Practice obedience skills

Walking a dog is fun for them, but you can also use it as a time to practice some of their obedience skills. Reviewing the basic skills allows them to enjoy themselves and learn at the same time. You want to be careful NOT to turn it into strictly an obedience time for them though, because it is there most enjoyable time of the day.

To solve your dog's behavior problems visit our dog training website here: http://www.team-schuman.com/cb/walk-a-dog.html

Article Source: Dog Articles - Dog Training, Dog Breeds, Dog Health and More

Fleece Sleeper

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 13:47:00 +0000

Take this stylish Fleece Sleeper anywhere! Buy one today!

Custom designed fleece material and elastic straps make our bed ideal for on-the-go dogs.

Elastic straps allow for easy storage, while the 100% knitted polar fleece keeps your dog cozy and warm.

Thick recycled poly batting is sewn inside for added comfort and to deter bunching and shifting.

Bright, energetic colors and patterns make this mat a fun addition in any setting.

Made to be compatible with standard size kennels.

Machine washable.

Made in America

The Right Size For Your Dog

For 10 lbs and under - 18x14x1

For 11-20 lbs. dogs - 22x18x1

For 21-40 lbs. dogs - 27x20x1

For 41-65 lbs. dogs - 33x22x1

For 66lbs and higher - 40x26x2

http://www.lucysdoghouse.net/k953.html

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 27 Apr 2008 13:37:00 +0000

http://www.lucysdoghouse.net/dogapparel1-dogcoolingwear.html

Help your dog beat the heat.

Order now and let your dog stay a little cooler during the dog days of summer.

No potentially harmful chemicals, just water

These dog cooling vests will keep your dog's surface temperature down by up to 20 degrees and their internal temperature down by as much as three degrees.

Simply soaking the easy to wear Cool Vest ™ in water Provies a protective layer from direct and indirect sunlight and heat.

Its laminated lining keeps dogs dry!

The dog cooling vest is offered in 5 sizes and 2 colors.

Extra Small - 6-9" Neck, 9-15" Girth

Mini Dachshund - 7-11" Neck, 10-18" Girth

Small - 8-13" Neck, 12-23" Girth

Medium - 10-19" Neck, 19-31" Girth

Large - 13-23" Neck, 26-37" Girth

How does it work?

Made with a special fabric that absorbs and retains water. No toxic chemicals, or materials. Cooling through evaporation! Like a wet T-Shirt. Liner is laminated so dogs don't get wet. Special fabric doesn't dry out as quickly. Perfect for puppies to senior dogs. Covers vital organs

Bloat and Dogs

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 16:43:00 +0000

Bloat, also known as gastric dilatation, is a condition in dogs that can kill the dog in a matter of hours. Unlike in human where the person simply sits down and relaxes for a little while after feeling bloated and it will go away, when there is a bloat in a dog, it could literally kill your dog. When a dog is suffering from bloat, it means that its stomach is distended. This is sometimes followed by the stomach getting twisted. If the stomach gets twisted, the food substances in the stomach will get trapped while the gas volume continues to increase.

This is dangerous in that as the gas volume continues to increase, it can literally press against blood veins and arteries inhibiting the flow of blood. If this is not stopped on time, the dog will get less blood in its brain causing the brain to shut down and the dog to go into shock. With consistent swelling, the spleen will get affected resulting in it being dislodged from its normal position. This has been known to both twist the spleen and stop the flow of blood completely. With increased gas pressure and lack of blood flow on the stomach walls, the areas that tighten in the stomach pack up and die.

Everything that was just described in the first paragraph can happen in a matter of minutes depending on the severity of the bloating. So what are the signs and symptoms one should look for in a dog so as to quickly detect if the dog is having a bloat? The signs are many. This is coupled with the fact that the symptoms can vary in different dogs. For example, five dogs may be having a bloat in the same compound and all the symptoms would look different from each other.

Some of the more common symptoms in a bloat are panting, pacing forwards and backwards, agitation, drooling, foaming at the mouth, difficulty walking, anxiety, discomfort, retching, inability to lie on its side, stomach distension and restlessness. The stomach in this case usually appears abnormally huge in size –more like when a dog has swallowed a basket ball or two- and is hard to the touch. Other obvious symptoms are pale gums bordering on grey or ash, weak pulse rate and a fast heart beat. If you notice symptoms of bloat in your dog you must consult your vet immediately. If the pressure is not released it can, as already described, be fatal for your dog.

The causes of bloating in a dog can be prevented. Some of the preventive methods are making your dog eat calmly; not by gulping or snorting its food, and avoid stress as much as possible. Whether the stress is in the form of boarding stress or stress of travel it could potentially be harmful around meal time. Avoid giving your dog too much bread and by not mixing soy with its diet – while this has not been proven yet; some breeders and dog owners have noticed their dog developing bloat after a meal mixed with soy. Keeping your dog calm immediately after eating is also an excellent way to prevent bloat from occurring. It is challenging as many dogs including mine get very excited around meal time and that translates into playful excitement after the meal as well.

There are few products on the market today that are specifically designed to slow your dog’s eating. Most notably is the Brake-Fast bowl which has three columns in the bowl area to prevent your dog from taking large mouthfuls of food at the same time.

Dog Cool Beds

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 13 Apr 2008 16:38:00 +0000

Lucy's Dog House has a wide variety of beds for your dog. As it starts to heat up you might want to consider a Cool Bedfor you dog. They are a great way for your dog to beat the heat. They work like a water bed for your dogs but quite a bit thinner. You fill them with a little bit of water and they do a great job of keeeping your dog a little cooler.

Click here http://www.lucysdoghouse.net/dogcoolbeds.html for more information. Do not forget to pick up the cotton sheet that goes over it. It helps keep the Cool Bed clean in the long term. http://www.lucysdoghouse.net/1723.html

Cleanup Answers for Pet Stains and Odors

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sat, 05 Apr 2008 14:16:00 +0000

by Phyllis Wasserman

Do you love your pets but not the messes they make? Well here are a few simple, helpful tips that will make you and your pets happy.

Stains

If your dog or cat uses your furniture to spray urine on, chances are they will go back and do it again (in the same spot)! To stop them from doing this, buy a black light(sold in pet stores) to find the old stains and then clean them thoroughly and get rid of all the old smells and stains.

Use something that is enzyme based. Like Nature's Mirale Stain and Odor Remover ($7.99). This product doesn't just cover up the odor it breaks it down and removes the smell. It works on rugs, floors, furniture and even clothing.

To make sure your puppy does not do this, be sure he is trained. And male cats won't do this if they are neutered early, at about 6-7 months old.

When housebreaking your puppy always take him out often-- about every 2 hours- until he goes in the street. When he gets the hang of it, give him a nice puppy reward.

Any stain that sits will be harder to remove. Always try to get it when it is wet. Blot it so it won't spread.

When using a new stain removal product, always test it on a small area that does not show.

Hair

When your cat or dog sits on the sofa, does he leave you some hair?
The best way to remove this is with a sticky roller. Evercare makes the large surface Pet Hair Pic-Up ($9.99) which can clean a large surface quickly. It even has a telescoping handle. You can use this on your rugs, too.
For small jobs, like your clothing, try the Evercare Washable Lint Pic-Up ($4.99). This one never needs a refill. Just rinse it and let it air dry.

Remember all your pets shed some hair during the year. So a good grooming brush will help you a lot. Start grooming your pets early in their life. This way they get used to it and won't fight you. A daily brushing is a must.

Odors

If you want to be sure your house smells fresh use some Febreeze Pet Odor Eliminator ($4.99).
Spray it on the couch or beddding. Be sure it is dry before you let them on it. It will get rid of all odors, and leave a light pleasant scent.

If the litter box is a problem, you can sprinkle it with baking soda. You can also try Nature's Miracle Litter Treatment ($7.99). There are new litters available that really kill the odors. Try Citra-Max Fresh Cat Litter. It is made from citrus peel. It really works. And it is sold in 8 pound bags for about $6.99. But always clean it out daily and change it often. This will ensure that the cats use it and not go anywhere they shouldn't.

The more you bathe your dog the fresher your home will smell. And if anyone visits who is allergic, they will sneeze less.

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Article Source: Dog Articles - Dog Training, Dog Breeds, Dog Health and More

Bamboo Toss and Pull Dog Toy

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Tue, 25 Mar 2008 00:06:00 +0000

This is the toss and pull combat toy from Bamboo. These are some of the most versatile dogs on the market. They can be used as a tug toy, a fetch toy on land or on the water, they float and even as a chew toy.

Check out the Bamboo toss and pull combat toy here.
toss and pull

or the rest of our tough dog toys here:

tough dog toys

March Madness

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Thu, 20 Mar 2008 11:30:00 +0000

We always like this time of year at www.lucysdoghouse.net . Spring Break is going on, College Basketball is at its best.

So lets have a sale. Anytime you use the coupon code: friend, you will receive 15% off of your purchase.

Stop by today and save on a wide variety of great stuff for your dog. Make sure to stop by our great selection of of dog collars, dog beds and dog toys.

Great New Stuff at Lucy's Dog House

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Mon, 17 Mar 2008 10:50:00 +0000

At Lucy's Dog House we have recently introduced the Bamboo line of Grooming Tools and Combat X toys. Bamboo is a fantastic company with a great reputation for making the highest quality dog care products.

Stop by today by clicking dog grooming to see the rest of our grooming products.

Rescues We Sponsor

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 00:46:00 +0000

Below are the rescues that we sponsor throughout the year. Every month they get 5 percent of our total sales for the month. In addition any time someone uses the coupon code rescue the sponsored rescue for the month gets an additional 10 percent for a total of 15% of that purchase. Plus the customer receives 5% off as a way of saying thank you. Please check out these rescues when you get a chance. They are doing some great work with Great Danes throughout North America.

http://www.danerescue.net/ April and October
http://www.pawsofaustin.org May and November
http://www.birchhaven.org/ June and December
http://www.ncdanerescue.com/ July and January
http://www.greatdanerescueinc.com/ August and February
Private Rescue - September and March

Hollywoof Dog Collar

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 00:44:00 +0000

http://www.lucysdoghouse.net/dpa-hollywoof.html

Sizes available are Extra Small 7-10" (Narrow), Small 10-14" (Narrow), Medium 13-20" (Wide) and Large 18-26" (Wide). The 5ft lead (Narrow) is a good choice to match the Extra Small and Small Collars and the 6ft lead (Wide) is a good choice for the Medium and Large Collars.Okay, what sets these collars and leads apart from all of the others in the market? Not only is the nylon ribbon exceptionally strong, it is cut using a special ultrasonic cutting tool that gives the ribbon a much smoother edge. The smoother edge makes these collars the most comfortable nylon collars available.Buckles are color coordinated in custom dyed-to-match colors. The hands-free leash feature snap-fit closures on the grip so you can secure your pup without having to first release the lead from the collar. The nylon webbing is colorfast and resists fading. All products are washable by hand.Oh, yeah, one last thing. The designs!!! These designs are fun, whimsical and sure to look great on your favorite four legged fur kid.All of these wonderful features makes these collars a must buy for you or that special dog lover in your life!! Don't forget to get the matching lead!!

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Big Sky Bed Large

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 00:44:00 +0000

As rugged as the Rocky Mountains it was created in, look no further than our Big Sky Bed. Made from fine Faux Suede, these orthopedic dog beds boast stylish comfort coupled with the ultimate in ease of care. The quilted cover is enhanced with beautiful black piping on both top and bottom, with a texture that makes brushing pet hair off a breeze. If it needs a little more attention, the zippered opening allows easy access to remove the lofty inner pillow to machine wash and dry whenever desired. Made in Montana.

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Bumper Bed Medium

noreply@blogger.com (Lucy The Great Dane) — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 00:42:00 +0000

Your pet deserves all the pampering in the world, so why not give them the satisfaction? Made with your pet's total comfort in mind our Bumper Beds are the perfect blend of country living and city dwelling. No matter where your pet calls home, they will have the perfect nights rest or an enjoyable afternoon nap when lying in an orthopedic Bumper Bed of their own. Each dog bed is filled with our thick denier 100% recycled polyfill, making the bed a heaven of cushions that will not bunch or flatten from extreme use. Our twill fabric was carefully chosen for its durability and is brushed for added softness. Comes in a variety of fresh and inviting colors that adapt easily to your home's décor. Zippered opening and machine washable cover for easy maintenance. Made in Montana.

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