There really isn’t enough time to prepare you for the birth of a child. But after nine months and much thought and preparation, you are as ready as you are going to be. Well, the time finally arrives for you to bring your new bundle of joy home, but what about the big baby in your life, your faithful pooch, you left waiting for you at home? After all, it was getting most, if not all, of your attention before. Did your preparations include getting your dog ready for this new family member?
Before the baby arrives home:
- Take your dog for a routine exam to make sure it’s healthy
- Have your dog spayed or neutered because sterilized dogs are usually calmer
- Familiarize the dog with new smells, like baby lotion and powder
- Bring something home with the baby’s scent for the dog to sniff
- Slowly adjust your dog’s schedule to fit the anticipated schedule needed for the new baby
- Gradually reduce the amount of time and attention you give the dog because that time will probably be spent on the baby
When the baby arrives:
- Have someone else carry the baby in the house so you can focus your attention on the dog like you usually do when you enter the house
- Allow the dog to explore the new smells associated with the baby
- Correct any bad behavior immediately
- Reward the dog so it associates good behavior with the baby with a positive experience
- Include your dog when going on family walks and other activities
“Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole!†~Roger Caras
Source: http://dogs.contentquake.com/2008/03/29/mommy%E2%80%99s-new-baby-meets-mommy%E2%80%99s-big-baby/
Jan 03, 2009 | | Dog News
Hi, my name is Chip and I’m hear to say,
My life is great, especially when I’m getting my way.
I like to greet you with a sniff and a big wet one,
Who can deny that I’m so darn cute and a lot of fun!
Well, let me just begin by telling you a few things about myself. 
First of all, I am one big tough beast and the king of a little place I like to call home. After I have intimidated you with my ferociousness, I like to show my softer side by rolling on your feet and sitting on your lap. I have heard that humans like to treat dogs like children, so I cuddle in their laps like a little baby. It seems to make everyone happy (especially me). Well, a little pampering never hurt anyone!!!
Second, I know I am man’s best friend but sometimes I am very confused about my identity. It’s a bird…It’s a plane…No, it’s Super Chip. I mean I know that I can save the entire world when I’m called to duty, but I’m just confused as to why this part of my life has to be undercover. After all, I feel so powerful and in charge when I’m wearing the cape – I know I’m Top Dog! And, to tell you the truth, I know I look rather handsome in my red cape and the babes dig it!
Last but not least, I have a great sense of humor. I love to 
slowly (inconspicuously) inch my way up to the edge of board games that the family is playing. Then, all of a sudden, I roll across the board game, drawing all the attention where it should be – ON ME! It is just hilarious. In case you doubt my humor, here’s a little joke for you. What did Minnie say when Mickey asked if she was listening? I’m all ears so pbbbbbbbl!
Source: http://dogs.contentquake.com/2008/02/18/through-a-dog%E2%80%99s-eyes/
Jan 03, 2009 | | Dog News
Let’s pretend for a minute that a man and his wife are in Alaska looking for grizzly bears. Looking in different directions, both of them spot a bear at the same time. The man whips out his gun and shoots the bear he sees just as his wife takes out a camera a takes a picture of a peaceful bear sleeping she has spotted. One of them is going to jail for breaking the law. Yes, it is the wife! Stupid, you say. Well, Alaska is not alone with stupid animal laws. I, therefore, present to you a list of laws that make you go hmmm…
Alaska
- It is illegal to push a live moose out of a moving airplane.
Connecticut
- It is illegal to educate your dog. (Hartford)
- Any dogs with tattoos must be reported to the police.
California
- It is a crime for dogs to mate within 500 yards of a church. (Los Angeles)
- It is illegal to set a mousetrap without a hunting license.
Illinois
- It is illegal to take a French Poodle to the opera.
- It is illegal to give lighted cigars to dogs.
Oklahoma
- If you make ugly faces at a dog, you may be arrested, fined, or jailed.
- Dogs must have a permit signed by the mayor in order to congregate in groups of three or more.
Arizona
- Hunting camels is prohibited.
Michigan
- It is illegal to tie alligators to fire hydrants. (Detroit)
Mississippi
- You can’t walk a dog without dressing the dog in diapers first. (Temperance)
North Carolina
- Fights between cats and dogs are strictly prohibited. (Barber)
- It is illegal for elephants to plow cotton fields.
Arkansas
- If your dog barks after 6 pm, you can be fined and the dog impounded.
- It is illegal to keep an alligator in your bathtub.
Ohio
- A policeman has the right to bite a dog to quiet him.
- You have one hour to notify the authorities, if you lose your pet tiger. (Canton)
Source: http://dogs.contentquake.com/2008/02/11/things-that-make-you-go-hmmm%E2%80%A6/
Jan 03, 2009 | | Dog News
Hi Friends, I have the privilege through my real estate career to meet the most interesting people. This year I was blessed with a family who purchased a home from my Team and is now bringing love into many Raleigh homes. This family has a heart for homeless old dogs and they formed The Grey Muzzle Organization to benefit homeless senior dogs. Senior dogs are abandoned for many reasons: families move, owner’s won’t or can’t provide needed medical care, or they just aren’t “fun” anymore. Their
Source: http://blog.lindacraft.com/?p=191
Dec 17, 2008 | | Dog News
TopNews Biden’s dog breeder cited for violating dog laws Christian Science Monitor, MA - 38 minutes ago Why go to a kennel or a puppy mill when there are plenty of needy dogs out there who don’t have owners, they ask? So many that some four million animals are .. View post: Biden’s dog breeder cited for violating dog laws - Christian Science Monitor Technorati Tags: adopts-puppy, angeles-times, big-dogs, delaware-county, dog-breeder, doghouse, million-animals, minutes-ago, needy-dogs,
Source: http://www.justcutedogs.com/biden%E2%80%99s-dog-breeder-cited-for-violating-dog-laws-christian-science-monitor
Dec 17, 2008 | | Dog News
Lazy Dog Cafe’s Tortilla Soup All this rainy weather has me craving my favorite kind of soup: chicken tortilla. Whenever I spot tortilla soup on any restaurant menu, I make a point to order it because I like to see how different chefs, and short-order cooks, prepare it. Some are broth-based like a chicken noodle soup, while others have a thicker, creamier base. I love both. So here’s a list of my Favorite Tortilla Soups served in O.C.: I’ve included casual and fast-food dining in my list.
Source: http://fastfood.freedomblogging.com/2008/12/17/the-best-chicken-tortilla-soup-in-oc/9186/
Dec 17, 2008 | | Dog News
Dog lovers pant for these holiday books on Marley, Trixie and … View original here: Dog lovers pant for these holiday books on Marley, Trixie and … - Dallas Morning News Technorati Tags: adoring, books-on-marley, dallas-morning, explore-dogs, his-adoring, holiday-books, hours-ago, labrador, lovers-pant, marley, morning, one-rambunctious, the-world, world, worst-dog
Source: http://www.justcutedogs.com/dog-lovers-pant-for-these-holiday-books-on-marley-trixie-and-dallas-morning-news-2
Dec 17, 2008 | | Dog News
12 days of edible gifts: parmesan black pepper biscotti Do rom-coms ruin our love lives? Meat: the newest body spray Final shoe-down: Bush spins hurled shoe into an act of freedom Baby bump: pregnant survival tips for the holidays Check out all the fab fashions from the D&G launch Coveted crib: slick in Sweden Heidi and Spencer did it: Would you elope? Even in a recession, coupon clippers are negatively judged Travel without the tummy troubles Bake homemade dog cookies for holiday gifts! Cell ph
Source: http://www.gossipmax.com/39969_sugar-shout-out-give-a-gift-of-parmesan-pepper-biscotti/
Dec 17, 2008 | | Dog News
We here at trendsUpdates feel that our ongoing series christened as “Best of 2008” would be incomplete without the mention of weird and wonderful side of web. View post: Best of 2008: Top 18 Weird and Wonderful blogs
Source: http://www.letver.com/best-of-2008-top-18-weird-and-wonderful-blogs/
Dec 17, 2008 | | Dog News
Although touted for months as being ready to go, the Clarksville Marina Development Project is still at a substantial standstill. In August it was announced that Fairgrounds Park would be closing in January to facilitate the beginning of dredging operations for the marina’s construction. That is not going to happen just yet. Clarksville Online has learned that the US Army Corps of Engineers, [USACOE], has not issued the City of Clarksville a permit for dredging operations at the Fairgrounds. W
Source: http://www.clarksvilleonline.com/2008/12/17/army-of-corps-of-engineers-permit-awaiting-required-information-for-marina-development/
Dec 17, 2008 | | Dog News
