My Baby Pet http://www.my-baby-pet.com Pet Resources, Pet Health, Pet Nutrition Tue, 04 Oct 2011 22:26:17 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.4 Doggy Waste To Fuel Light http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mybabypet/~3/5kPF_SG9Mgg/doggy-waste-to-fuel-light http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-stories/doggy-waste-to-fuel-light#comments Sat, 09 Jul 2011 14:42:10 +0000 Dick http://www.my-baby-pet.com/?p=541

Put it in the Digester boy!

A plan has been hatched in Gilbert Arizona for canine waste at a dog park to be used to power a streetlamp. Students from ASU's Polytechnic are hoping to design and build a "dog waste digester" a machine which will convert dog waste to methane gas which in turn is used to generate electricity.

What a great idea! Now if we can only get the dogs to pick it up and put it in the machine themselves we will have something!
Are there any other places on the planet that are considering this besides Arizona? Will doggy poop someday power the world?


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Pet with his Vet

Pets For The Homeless Vet

Vets may be homeless, penniless, cold and lonely but their pets get great care & love. Vets can lose their homes, their marriage, their jobs but can't face the loss of a pet, even on the streets, a dog or cat, even though another mouth to feed, can be the most important things in their lives. Now there is an non-profit organization that recognizes this, Vets & Their Pets

According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs there are perhaps thousands of veterans, homeless on the streets with their pets. Vets and their pets was founded in Arizona by Maria Brunner, owner of a Phoenix marketing and entertainment company specifically to help needy veterans keep and care for their pets because homeless dog owners will give to their pets before themselves, be it shelter or food.


]]> http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-stories/pets-with-vets/feed 2 http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-stories/pets-with-vets Dog Training Tips http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mybabypet/~3/0VQMHwGZToU/dog-training-tips http://www.my-baby-pet.com/dog-training-tips/dog-training-tips#comments Thu, 27 Jan 2011 19:11:31 +0000 Dick http://www.my-baby-pet.com/?p=495

Our pets – especially dogs and puppies want to be trained!

(Just like kids secretly want discipline – yeah, right!) At least with dogs you know where you stand when you issue a command and are met with a blank stare. If you want to train a dog or puppy, you have to:

Be Patient – I list patience first because it is the key element you must have when working with a  dog or puppy.  Training a dog takes patience in spades so if you feel like you’re at the end of your leash before you’ve even started, don’t even bother with trying to train your dog.  Dogs are super-smart pets and will pick up on your emotions.  Remember, this is supposed to be fun for both of you!

Be Positive – Think how you perform best at work. Is it because of the boss who is a slave driver who never thanks you for anything? Or is it due to the positive reinforcement you get from a smart boss who appreciates your contributions? It's the same with a dog or puppy. Your pet wants to please you and when you use positive reinforcement with a dog or puppy they will respond much more quickly and positively! Give em some dog treats and lots of verbal praise if they perform something correctly.

Keep it Short –  Dogs make great pets obviously, and some dogs get no training whatsoever. They just pick up good habits because they want to please, but they do get distracted easily. Fifteen minutes or so is about the right time for learning simple commands, so focus on a single command per session and finish up with your dog or puppy able to do it just once. If your dog or puppy has successfully done the command several times in a row remember to lavish him with praise. After the dog training session, spend some time roughhousing. He will associate time with you as fun time and will look forward to his training sessions.

Be Firm but Friendly —  When you give commands to your dog or puppy such as heel and come, you want to use a happy, friendly voice.  Your pet will respond much quicker to a happy tone of voice. On the other hand, you will want to use a lower, firmer voice for commands such as stay or down.


Start those puppies Young…but not too early –  The ideal time to start training begins at six to eight weeks, maybe even earlier depending on the puppy.  But remember, it’s never too late to teach a dog a new trick.
Don’t Rub His Nose in It –  If you can't seem to get it through your dog's head like Sam here, don't worry, Sam is unique! Though it may be tempting to rub your dog’s nose in his accident or swat him with a rolled up newspaper.  Punishing your dog is not really a desired form of dog training.  The only thing this will do in the end is teach your dog a serious problem–to become afraid of you. Do you think your dog should come over as you call if he thinks you are simply going to whack him or stick his nose into the carpet?

No Distractions –  Try to pick a quiet spot free of distractions when training your dog to do tricks or commands.  A secluded back yard or an inside room works best. If there are other pets in the family, put them up so they won’t interfere with training.
And Remember, This is Fun!  - Dog training, of course, ought to be a pleasant time for you and Fido. The time can be used to bond closely with your dog and learn each other’s personalities.  When you do this, you will not only have a well-trained dog or puppy, but a longtime, loyal companion and friend.


]]> http://www.my-baby-pet.com/dog-training-tips/dog-training-tips/feed 15 http://www.my-baby-pet.com/dog-training-tips/dog-training-tips Flying Our Furry Friends http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mybabypet/~3/pV0nILHLRyc/flying-our-furry-friends http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-health/flying-our-furry-friends#comments Tue, 21 Dec 2010 23:38:09 +0000 Dick http://www.my-baby-pet.com/?p=486 I recently read a story in my hometown newspaper about an airline that is dedicated to flying our pets. Using small airplanes that carry pets only, in the comfort of a climate controlled cabin, and dedicated to easing the stress of flying for animals, this Florida based company, Pet Airways, is seeking to fill a niche created by pet owners who dread having their animals shipped in the cargo hold of a plane.

My Baby Pet thinks this is a great idea and long overdue. Next time your pet has to fly give Pet Airways a try, they are getting good reviews.

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]]> http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-health/flying-our-furry-friends/feed 5 http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-health/flying-our-furry-friends I Know My Dog Is Lonely & Bored While I Am Gone http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mybabypet/~3/hP2P77Y3a0g/i-know-my-dog-is-lonely-bored-while-i-am-gone http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-health/i-know-my-dog-is-lonely-bored-while-i-am-gone#comments Wed, 01 Dec 2010 22:31:55 +0000 Dick http://www.my-baby-pet.com/?p=482 Question is, what do I do about it?

Duke with his girlfriend Mina

Plenty of fresh water, run of the house, toys, Kongs filled with treats. This all helps but my chocolate lab mix is a rescue and he has separation issues. He does best with another dog for a companion but two dogs is something the wife keeps vetoing.

It is some comfort to know that other lab owners have the same concerns. I have seen this same question asked on the web many times. While we are away we fret over what is happening at home. I am fortunate that Duke is not a destructive dog. He is 6 yrs old and full of life as labs are and he gets regular and vigorous exercise. I just know that he is lonely and bored at home alone and I worry about him.

I have video taped him while gone and he paces back and forth climbing up on the kitchen counter so he can look out the windows to the driveway. Up, down, up, down, rarely staying in one place. I can't leave anything on the counters or he will play with it, raw potatoes, cans, paper, etc. Other than that he is great. Maybe all I need is an inexpensive dog sitter!Dog Sitter Directory!

Do dogs like music? Should I leave the TV on? I know he sleeps a lot but other than provide him with a comfortable bed what can I do that will provide him with some entertainment. I rarely leave him for more than four hours at a time but he acts like I have been gone for days when I come home. Any suggestions?

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]]> http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-health/i-know-my-dog-is-lonely-bored-while-i-am-gone/feed 2 http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-health/i-know-my-dog-is-lonely-bored-while-i-am-gone It's Nice To Know That Our Pets Don't Suffer In A Down Economy http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mybabypet/~3/AgDHoSw7e8A/its-nice-to-know-that-our-pets-dont-suffer-in-a-down-economy http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-stories/its-nice-to-know-that-our-pets-dont-suffer-in-a-down-economy#comments Thu, 18 Nov 2010 18:20:41 +0000 Dick http://www.my-baby-pet.com/?p=479 You Just Can't Beat The Comfort Your Pet Offers During Tough Times

When you can't pay your bills, your dog understands.

When you can't find a job and you get depressed, your dog understands.

When your kids need more from you than you can give, your dog understands.

When your friends have troubles of their own and act weird, your dog understands.

Only a few reasons why I was happy to see that Petsmart earnings jumped by 20% during third quarter of 2010. Consumers continue to dote on their pets!


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can kittens and chickens really peacefully co-exist

Nice lady came by the shop today and she has a kitten that thinks it's a chicken, even lives in the coop with the other REAL chickens, cute as heck. I am going to get video of it and when I do I will share it with all my pet lovers out there by posting it on YouTube then back to MBP blog.

Cheers!

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Pet owners can identify with bonding when it comes to loving a particular pet, cat, dog, horse, hampster, ferret, pig, monkey, whatever kind of pet you choose, but one can only imagine what dogs and elephants have in common. Regardless of reason these two have a heart-warming affection for each other that goes beyond any animal bonding I have ever witnessed and has moved millions to happy tears & awe.

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]]> http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-stories/an-interspecies-friendship-that-has-moved-millions/feed 7 http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-stories/an-interspecies-friendship-that-has-moved-millions What Kinds of Dog Food Do You Feed Your Dog? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mybabypet/~3/i3vVOkNJECE/what-do-you-feed-your-dog http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-health/what-do-you-feed-your-dog#comments Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:08:48 +0000 Dick http://www.my-baby-pet.com/?p=74
Beneful
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Who Makes the Best Dog Food?

And what makes it the best? And is it the best dog food for your dog? I am getting a lot of flack lately about putting my dog on a better diet than dry kibble, specifically Purina's Beneful brand. My vet says it's a good food and my dog likes it, I supplement it with any kind of fruit or vegetable that he likes, which isn't many. But when I go to the local feed store here in my town, there are so many claims of the benefits of this or that dog food, hundreds of fancy labeled bags of dog food, each with it's own story (and a high price to match).

Légumes

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I even have people tell me they swear by the raw diet or the cooked foods diet. So, my question is, as the proud owner of a former rescue dog, now a healthy & happy 5 year old, 70 lb lab, how do I keep him that way?

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]]> http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-health/what-do-you-feed-your-dog/feed 6 http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-health/what-do-you-feed-your-dog Woman Gets Heat for Leaving Dog Alone Too Long http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/mybabypet/~3/GRfufCWu0xU/people-can-be-so-doggone-cruel http://www.my-baby-pet.com/pet-stories/people-can-be-so-doggone-cruel#comments Tue, 06 Jul 2010 17:26:31 +0000 Dick http://www.my-baby-pet.com/?p=123 Clay Thompson logoThere is a guy named Clay Thompson that writes a column in the Arizona Republic newspaper called Valley 101. The best way to describe his style would be to say, think of Dear Abby on crack. People email him with the stupidest questions and he patiently answers them all, but when he gets a really idiotic one he will react with "you people!" The questions are not about love and relationships but about things in general.

This particular article he wrote was back in July (when Phoenix temperatures hit 115 in the afternoons) and a woman had written him about a disagreement she was having with her mother: Seems that she leaves her medium sized dog locked up in a bedroom for 13 hours while she commutes to a 12 hour work shift. Her question to Clay was this:  "what would happen to my dog if shortly after I left for work the power went off,  and with it the air conditioning, would my dog still be alive when I got home?

Clay's response was classic Thompson stuff. Hmmm he says, what the heck are you thinking leaving a dog alone for 13 hours, never mind worrying about the power going off! That is not a good thing to do. Then he suggests that she look into other arrangements to have her dog kept by the mom or a neighbor. Other than that leave the dog plenty of food, water and some of their favorite toys.

left for 13 hours might as well be in jail!It got me to thinking about how selfish people can be. This woman really has no business having a dog if she keeps it locked up for 13 hours! Dogs get lonely and bored and it's nothing short of cruel treatment if you ask me. I had a parrot once that I left in my bedroom while I was at work. I started working longer hours and I couldn't stand the thought of that bird being alone so I ended up giving him to a nice family with a stay at home mom. It pained me to let him go but it was best for the bird and that is what I think is most important.

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