tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-61125485623994550642026-04-10T03:25:14.920-04:00Raise a Green Dog!Raise A Green Dog brings you everything you need to help your dog go green for a healthier, happier pup and environment!Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.comBlogger414125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-50593801373992007462016-02-03T19:25:00.000-05:002016-02-19T18:40:46.311-05:00Clean your home the safe way for the health of your dog!Thank goodness it's finally Spring!
I love spring...the fresh air from the open window, the warm sunshine streaming into the home; and of course spending time in the great outdoors hiking, playing and exploring.
Spring is a wonderful time to get out all the cobwebs, dust bunnies and gunk from the ceiling to the floor inside your home.
But did you know that many of the chemical based household Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-11880738557083965002015-12-01T08:00:00.000-05:002015-12-01T08:42:49.176-05:00Today is #GivingTuesday!Today is Giving Tuesday, a great day to give back!
After Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Small Business Saturday, it's time to think about others this holiday season.
We have some great ideas how you can give back to dogs (and other pets) this special day, throughout the holiday season and into 2016:
Donate to your local shelter pups - include dog food, toys, treats, leashes, collars, food Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-50286862146509016412015-04-06T07:50:00.003-04:002015-04-06T07:50:29.356-04:00Lumber Liquidators' Chinese-made laminate flooring may be dangerous for your dog.Early in March, an investigative report by 60 Minutes found that Lumber Liquidators' Chinese-made laminate flooring contains amounts of toxic formaldehyde that may not meet health and safety standards.
According to the report, through independent testing...
"laminate flooring from Home Depot and Lowes had acceptable levels of formaldehyde, as did Lumber Liquidators American-made laminates, Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-37204771238295733482015-03-29T19:14:00.000-04:002018-06-12T09:00:33.086-04:00A healthier, greener, organic lawn for a healthier dog!There are few things better than watching a dog romp in their wonderful lush green lawn, playing, chasing, herding and enjoying the great outdoors.
But what is the cost of that lush green chemically treated lawn?
To some dogs it may mean risking their health. Over the years several organizations have provided invaluable research and information that shows chemical exposures to a variety of lawnJohann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-90040792445578820962015-03-28T10:19:00.000-04:002015-03-28T10:19:12.393-04:00Join us tonight for Earth Hour!Tonight is a special night!
At 8:30 PM tonight, wherever you are, it's Earth Hour, a wonderful time to take one hour, turn off the lights, and take time to join millions of people in uniting to protect our planet.
Earth Hour is a worldwide grassroots movement and is organised by WWF. Engaging a massive mainstream community on a broad range of environmental issues,
Earth Hour was famously Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-76629040114519677412015-03-26T09:01:00.000-04:002015-03-26T09:01:17.375-04:00Top tips to help dogs live in harmony with wildlife.It's Spring, finally! With Spring many of you, like us, are getting out and enjoying the nice weather, taking longer walks and hikes.
It's great to get out there and enjoy nature again after a long Winter. But while you are out enjoying the nice weather, so are the critters that live around your home, and frequent the areas where you hike and walk your dog.
We live in the mountains of North Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-7869091797141686982015-03-23T13:11:00.001-04:002015-03-23T13:11:39.027-04:00Welcome Balcony Pets to the Raise A Green Dog Partner Pack!Raise A Green Dog is very proud to welcome Balcony Pets to the Raise A Green Dog Partner Pack!
I remember very well back in the late 80's, (before dogs even!) my two kitties, Wolfie and Wiggy, loved going out on the balcony of our apartment.
They would want to go out there all times of the day, Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall; and it was a very safe place for them to enjoy.
And I remember wellJohann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-84738976986584046192015-03-09T09:11:00.003-04:002015-03-09T09:11:55.309-04:00Kiosk in Turkey helps both stray dogs and the environment.
Earlier this year a Turkish company introduced an interesting product that helps feed stray pets and helps the environment!
Pugedon developed this product because in Turkey over 150,000 dogs and cats are living on the streets without food. In addition, drinking water from the tap isn't as safe as it is in the US, so bottled water is very popular, providing an overabundance of plastic water Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-81624616977970092092015-02-26T06:55:00.005-05:002015-02-26T06:55:59.849-05:00GMO apples and potatoes coming to a store near you!If you like apples as much as I do, you will want to know this!
Very recently, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) approved the commercial planting of genetically engineered apples that are resistant to turning brown when sliced or bruised.
This is the first GMO apple to be approved. The apple will join several other genetically modified fruits and vegetables already approved Leslie Mayhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01351681022960222957noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-74107549559084828952015-02-23T20:08:00.000-05:002015-02-23T20:08:09.590-05:00That's right...biodegradable bags don't really biodegrade in landfills. So what do you do with your dog's waste?Dog poo, it's inevitable and it's prolific!
For years we've been discussing how you can best dispose of your dog's waste to be more environmentally friendly and healthy. And for years we've always recommended just two ways:
- Flush it if you live in the city.
- Compost it if you live in the country.
Why?
If you live in the city and flush your dog's waste, it goes into your cities waste Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-31521403882933987582015-02-10T08:00:00.000-05:002015-02-10T08:00:13.075-05:00Will you be my Valentine? Homemade treats you can make for your dog this Valentine's Day.Valentine's Day is just around the corner!
For guys and gals, there is no need to go without a pawsome date for the big day. Dogs make amazing Valentine's Day dates!
When they slobber it's not gross. They don't interrupt you when you're talking. You don't have to go all out, spending a lot of money...dogs like the simple things in life. You don't have to dress up, dog's love day old sweatshirtsJohann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-8556618597029003692015-02-08T18:06:00.000-05:002015-02-08T18:06:27.005-05:00Learn how you can keep your green dog's teeth healthy for years.February is National pet Dental Health month, a great time to focus on keeping your green dog's teeth healthy and strong.
Believe it or not, I am going to be 11 years old in June of this year.
Not once in my 10+ years have I had my teeth cleaned - knock wood. And not once in all those years has a vet told me I needed my pearly whites worked on.
My teeth aren't perfect, I have a couple of Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-65766386850856010272015-02-05T09:54:00.000-05:002015-02-05T09:54:11.507-05:00Apple Cider Vinegar for dogs.Over the years we've used Apple Cider Vinegar for our dogs in a wide variety of ways.
What is Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)?
Apple cider vinegar is a vinegar made from crushed apples (preferably organic). Over time, the sugar from the apples is converted through yeast fermentation into acetic acid. Many believe it is the acetic acid which is responsible for all of the health promoting benefits of Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-56243651214128125052015-01-28T09:22:00.000-05:002015-01-28T09:22:27.716-05:0010 top ideas to keep your green dog busy and active during the winter months!Snow can be a whole lot of fun as Gracie and I found last year on our mountain.
We love playing snow fetch! But you can't stay out in that cold for very long, and us dogs need lots of exercise, both mentally and physically, to stay healthy and happy.
So what do we do on cold, rainy and super snow days? We play lots of games inside, then when it's safe, we go out and have a good play in the snowJohann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-31475425359228767662015-01-27T09:53:00.001-05:002015-01-27T09:53:39.598-05:00Road salt and snow melting chemicals are harmful to your dog and the environment! #Snowmageddon2015#Snowmageddon2015 has hit the Northeastern US and in the states that are affected by all the snow and ice, you see a lot of trucks plowing and putting down road salt to help get the roads clear, as well as your neighbors putting down salt to melt the ice and snow on their walkways, sidewalks and driveways.
What you may not know is that the chemicals that make up this salt has a huge impact on Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-35118778818551710852015-01-26T10:48:00.001-05:002015-01-26T10:48:41.195-05:00Welcome One Dog Organic Bakery to the RAGD Partner Pack!We're very excited to announce today that One Dog Organic Bakery has joined the Raise A Green Dog Partner Pack.
Their amazingly healthy organic dog treats come in a wide variety of flavors from pumpkin to peanut butter to ginger and more! And they taste super, super good!
One Dog Organic Bakery is a small, family run bakery with the flexibility to adjust to their customers individual needs.
Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-11022281755870290072015-01-22T08:22:00.000-05:002015-01-22T08:22:05.028-05:00Make quick, easy dog boots to keep your dog's paws safe and comfy this winter!Winter can be tough on dog's paws! With the cold snow forming those ouchy ice balls, to the toxic salt that cities and neighbors put down to melt the ice.
We've got a fun, easy, quick way for you to keep your dog's paws healthier and much more comfortable this winter! And if your dog gets a little injury on their paw (like I do sometimes), they come in very handy for that as well.
We came Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-61465205459754304112015-01-21T09:40:00.002-05:002015-02-01T21:13:27.950-05:00EPA sued to ban toxic chemicals in flea collars and other pet products.On January 5th of this year, the Natural Resource Defense Council filed a lawsuit in federal court against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) challenging the agency’s decision to allow the continued use of a highly toxic pesticide called tetrachlovinphos (TCVP) in flea control products used on pets.
"Science shows, time and again, that brain and nervous system-damaging chemicals like Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-68921146873468949532015-01-09T08:43:00.000-05:002015-01-09T08:43:11.850-05:00Bone Broth: The hot new trend is a super healthy treat for your dog!Have you heard about Bone Broth, the hot new healthy trendy drink for people?
Well what you may not know is that bone broth is super healthy for your dog too!
If you're like me, Marrow bones are a staple in our freezer. We get them as occasional treats after thawed and they are wonderful sources of Omega-3 calcium, iron, phosphorous, zinc, selenium, magnesium, manganese, and other mineral, as Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-42921733723836366052014-12-12T09:25:00.000-05:002014-12-12T09:25:36.883-05:00Give your dog the gift of green this holiday season!This holiday season, why not help your dog go green?
Our Raise A Green Dog book is filled with a ton of information about how you can help your dog live a happier, healthier life. From cleaning your home safely, to treating your lawn organically, to what holiday toys are safe for your dog and lots, lots more.
We are pleased to help you learn how your dog can go green with a significant price Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-14508841668046545522014-12-11T15:02:00.000-05:002014-12-11T15:20:19.916-05:00The Ultimate Green Dog Holiday Gift Guide!
It's holiday time! And it's not too late to pick up a wonderful gift for your green dog from our Raise A Green Dog Partners.
Our RAGD Partners are awesome...they help support our site so we can keep bring you all the helpful and useful green dog knowledge that we've garnered over the years and help your dog live a healthier, happier life.
We encourage you to support our Partners....not only Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-18172733524296219812014-12-11T09:19:00.001-05:002014-12-11T09:19:06.536-05:0012 days of green holiday do-it-yourself gifts for your dog!Are you looking for something special to give your green dog this holiday season?
Why not make something homemade!
Raise A Green Dog partners Earth Heart Inc., is sharing 12 wonderful do-it-yourself gift ideas you can make for your dog this holiday season.
From homemade turkey jerky, to a nice warm coat and boots, to fun games and toys, they've shared wonderful ideas that your dog will Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-32505484552495214422014-11-30T08:35:00.000-05:002014-11-30T08:35:01.679-05:00Tuesday is #GivingTuesday! A great day to give back to those in need.This holiday season we encourage you to take the time (and any available funds) to give a little back to charitable causes that you care about!
#GivingTuesday, December 2nd, is a great day to do just that!
What is #GivingTuesday?
On Tuesday, December 2, 2014, charities, families, businesses, community centers, and students around the world will come together for one common purpose: to Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-1591735331742079472014-11-27T09:51:00.002-05:002014-11-27T09:51:25.984-05:00Support small businesses this #SmallBusinessSaturday! This coming Saturday, November 29th (the day after Black Friday and two days before Cyber Monday) is Small Business Saturday!
What is Small Business Saturday?
It's a wonderful day to get out there, whether in person or online, and support small businesses that work hard to keep wonderful, fun and unique goods available to us, and also help stimulate the economy, including all of our Raise A Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6112548562399455064.post-653957611270144492014-11-25T11:06:00.000-05:002014-11-25T11:06:26.574-05:00How to share your Thanksgiving dinner with your dog the healthy way!If you are like us, dogs hanging around the kitchen while preparing your Thanksgiving meal is a staple.
And who can resist those eyes!!!
What you may not know is that you can share parts of your Thanksgiving meal with your dog, if you do it safely and healthily. We're here to show you how!
Let's talk turkey.
Turkey is very common for most Thanksgiving meals. Did you know that you can Johann The Doghttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11676712437788270947noreply@blogger.com1