Cooling Dog Beds Can Help Your Pet During Summer Months

Where do you live? Don’t answer that here but think about it when it comes to your pet. Is it always hot and steamy when you go outside? Does your pet suffer from some sort of skin disease or bad joints or hips? If you answered yes to this or live somewhere that the temperature doesn’t drop below 100 degrees then it might be time to invest in a cooling pet bed. These little drops of golden ingenuity can help your lovable pets with all these situations and more. They can cool him down on hot and humid nights as well as cool any kind of skin aliments that he may be suffering with. They are also proven to bring relief to aching joints and hips as your best friend ages.
Just the same way heated pet beds have be proven to bring relief to pets that live in cold environments the same principal applies to pets that live in humid and consistently hot environments. Heated pet beds also bring relief to pets that suffer from joint aches cause by arthritis and hip aches as well. Cooling pet beds do the same but also add the effect of cooling the skin that may be suffering from inflammation or any sort of burning sensations. As his best friend it is up to you to help him in this time of need and offer him some kind of support in order to bring him relief.
A pet bed also adds the task for training your pet to sleep in his own bed instead of someone else’s. It is a great way to train them to stay where you need them to. But before you go out and buy one you need to make sure you get the correct size and shape in order to accommodate your pal. Observe his sleeping habits and choice a shape according to that. If he sleeps sprawled out then choice something circular shaped or square shaped. If he sleeps in a ball and/or a tight formation you might want to consider a donut shape. Also make sure that these are offered in the cooling variant in order to accommodate your needs. Also make sure you get him the right size. The easiest way to do this is to measure him from nose to tail and from head to paw. This will offer you an accurate measurement to go out with and to make sure your best friend fits perfectly in his new bed.
Cooling beds don’t have to be expensive after all but they don’t run cheap either. It all depends on your situation and what it is you need them to accomplish. Your pet will be extremely happy with it as will you.
By: Sarah Miller
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This author lives in Flemington, NJ with her husband and 5 month old daughter and is an expert contributing author for a luxury elevated dog feeders boutique offering variety of dog beds and orthopedic dog beds. This author and DogBedSupplies are also dedicated to providing valuable and informative articles on pet health, dog training, crate training, puppy breeds and more.

The Perfect Dog Beds For Small Dogs

You have a tinny tiny dog! He runs around all day and at the end of the day he loves to crash on your bed. If this has happened to you then I think it is time you invested in a roomy cushioned dog bed. Your dog resting on his back on your bed is a tell tale sign that he loves a lot of room and loves a soft space to rest on.
Before you go rushing out to the store to buy your pal his very own bed there are some preparations that need to be done before its all said and done. First things first you need to measure your pet to make sure you don’t buy something too big or too small. To measure, first measure from the tip of his nose to the tip of his tail and then from the top of his head to the bottom of his feet. This will give you a runabout measurement to work with. If you plan on getting something that has cushions or padding then it is my suggestion that you add about 12 inches to this measurement to make sure your pet has enough space.
Next you need to do a little detective work and see where your pet sleeps the most and in what position. If your pet likes to sleep snugly then you might want to invest in a donut shaped bed. If he likes to spread out and sleep with a lot of room then a circular or squared shaped bed is right for him. Most small dogs love to sleep in a tight formation in order to keep themselves warm and comfortable. When choosing your bed, make sure you get something appropriate to his age and needs as well. If your dog has joint pains then it would be a good idea to get a bed that isn’t too close to the floor so that he doesn’t have to bend too much to lie down. It is also especially difficult to pick himself up when getting out of bed. This is why if you have a dog with joint pains you should get him a bed that is higher off the ground.
Lastly when you have gone out and bought your bed you need to make sure you put it in the most appropriate spot. The answer here should have been discovered when you did your detective work on where you pet sleeps. By knowing where he sleeps and placing the bed at that specific location you increase your chances of your pet actually sleeping in the bed. This is especially true if you have an older dog that isn’t trained to sleep in the actual bed and has slept everywhere else.
A dog bed is an excellent investment not only for you but especially for the health and happiness of your pet.
By: Sarah Miller
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This author lives in Flemington, NJ with her husband and 5 month old daughter and is an expert contributing author for a luxury elevated dog feeders boutique offering variety of dog beds and orthopedic dog beds. This author and DogBedSupplies are also dedicated to providing valuable and informative articles on pet health, dog training, crate training, puppy breeds and more.

Dog Digestion And Flatulence Problems

Quality Food And Healthy Dog Digestion...
When a dog is receiving the necessary nutrients, vitamins and dog enzymes that he needs; not only will his skin be flake free, but his coat will shine. His digestive system will function the way it was intended to and flatulance will be occasional.
A quality all natural dog food canned or dry, will deliver superior results to your dog's general health. If you are not feeding your dog a "premium" dog food then chances are he is lacking in what he needs to thrive as a dog. Don't be sold by fancy packaging, what is actually in the bag is what counts.
Meat should be the first ingredient whether it is beef, lamb, chicken, turkey or fish. Completely avoid dog foods that say meat byproducts. Meat byproducts could be just about anything including things that you would probably rather not know about. That is why it is very important to look for the primary ingredient to say the name of the meat.
In the past decade many private dog food companies have made a tremendous difference in providing dogs with quality foods. Consumers are beginning to realize that this is money well spent. If your dog is not receiving what his body needs, his coat will be dull and his skin will be flaky. He will have gas and flatulence problems daily.
Unfortunately, your dog gets what you pay for when it comes to his food and health. You can easily improve your dog's digestion problems with a high quality food. Dog enzymes are also a very effective way to provide your dog with the necessary nutrients his body needs and thrives upon.
It is best to start with his food and if he still has gas or flatulence problems, dog enzymes will most likely do the trick.
By: Janie Knetzer
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Become Informed About Dog Training Collars Before You Purchase One

Training your dog to be obedient can be accomplished with the help of a good dog training collar. There are many different type of dog training collars on the market today. Before you buy one, you owe it to your dog to do research and decide which is the best and safest dog training collar for him. Read on to uncover more information about dog training collars.
The first thing you need to do before you purchase a dog training collar is measure your dog's neck. It is critical that you choose the correct collar size for your dog's safety. A collar that is too tight poses a strangulation risk and won't be effective because the dog is unable to feel you getting a tighter grip. A collar that is too loose can slip over the dog's head. You should measure the diameter of your dog's neck with a tape measure and look for a collar that is two to three inches larger.
One type of dog training collar is the slip chain collar. This is simply a chain the fits over your dog's head. When you want your dog to obey your command, give the leash a gentle jerk to tighten the slip chain. This will get your dog's attention and help him to learn what he is supposed to do.
Another type of dog training collar is the prong collar. These collars are similar to the slip chain except they have metal prongs that will dig into the dog's skin when tightened. These must be used very carefully and are really only necessary for bigger dogs or dogs that may be exhibiting a behavior problem.
There is an abundance of dog training collars on the marker that will deliver a shock when the dog displays a behavior that you don't want him to do. These shocks are not harmful to the dog and will do no permanent damage. Shock collars have long been the subject of debate from animal rights groups. Using a shock collar on your dog is a personal decision that only you can make.
Other types of dog training collars include those that emit a certain odor that dogs do not like. Some collars will emit a spry into the dog's face. These type of collars do not cause harm to the dog, but they do work well as the dog will learn what type of behavior not to engage in to avoid getting sprayed.
So there you have a primer on the different types of dog collars on the market today. It is best to research each one thoroughly. You may even want to talk to a professional dog trainer to get some tips on how to safely and effective use your dog training collar.
By: Luke Ives
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