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Top 5 Winter Dog Tips

Roldan Perez
St bernard dog in the winter snow.

It’s such a rewarding thing to see your dog’s first time in the snow. Some dogs are better able to play outdoors in the winter weather, though. Here are some winter safety tips for safely playing in the snow so that they can enjoy this season.

Some dog breeds have thinner coats that don’t really protect them in cooler weather. But other dogs are especially well suited for cold weather due to their thicker hair. Always use your best judgment when considering winter exposure. It is important to take in consideration your dog’s hair thickness and also her age. Just like with people, young puppies and older dogs are more sensitive to the cold.

A general guideline is that if you’re freezing in your winter coat, it’s probably too cold for your dog. Keep reading for more cold weather dog tips.

 

1. Build up time in the cold

Begin with small amounts of time outside in the cold and increase the amount of time slowly. “The key is acclimation. If they seem fine and aren’t shivering or trying to get in, it’s perfectly fine for them to stay outside for longer periods as long as they’re building up to it,” advises Dr. RuthAnn Lobos, veterinarian and Purina’s Senior Manager of Training.

dog, snow, race

2. Make bathroom breaks easy

If possible make sure that an area of the yard is clear so your pup can get to it straight away. Take a look at your yard and see if there is a more sheltered area for your dog to utilize during the cold weather. You can give a treat to encourage more good behavior and avoid indoor accidents.

3. Look out for foreign substances

Winter weather means that homeowners will be using chemicals to defrost their yards. Irritated paws and stomach can be the result of your dog eating rock salt (which isn’t toxic). Be on the lookout for blue and/or green splotches on the ground and keep your pooch away from those spots. It’s also a good idea to quickly wipe your dog’s paws clean before they come back in the house. This has an added benefit of warming up their paws.

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4 Long Years Later, Family Dog is Reunited with Family

Roldan Perez
A couple walking their rescued dog down a path.

After four years of missing their pet, this Michigan family is reunited with their dog.

 

The 12-year-old dog was found wandering in Toledo, Ohio, by a police officer. The dog, named Bambi had been reported lost in Lansing, Michigan. The owner, Bradley Wieferich, was so happy to hear of the unbelievable news.

Not a Prank

Wieferich, told the local Toledo paper, The Blade, that when he first got the phone call from Lucas County Canine Care & Control that he thought it was a prank phone call. Bambi’s microchip stored Wieferich’s contact information for that call.

 

Laura Simmons-Wark, the shelter’s Community Outreach Coordinator, said [Bambi] “was very thin, but very sweet.”

Importance of Microchipping Pets

The shelter shared on social media, that although Bambi’s last four years of life wouldn’t be able to be discovered, they credited the family for microchipping her, which helped the reunion happen.

 

Turn the page to see the photo of this sweet reunion.

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Found Dog Saves Son

Roldan Perez
A rescued brown dog laying on a wooden floor.

Stacey Savige, had an early morning request for her neighbor Yolanda Sevogia. She wanted to know if Yolanda could watch the dog she had discovered at the local elementary school. She agreed to watch the rescued dog for one day. Both women got busy trying to find the dog’s owner and printed and distributed over 4,000 “Found” fliers and even put an ad on Craigslist.

Yolanda purchased some food and supplies for the dog. She while hoping her two sons Azaiah (10) and Christian (21) would not want to keep the dog. Christian had recently had surgery for his heart and kidneys related to Down’s Syndrome and other medical conditions.

After four days Yolanda and her family were still caring for the dog who they had named RaeLee (pronounced Riley). That day as she came up to the house, RaeLee started barking frantically and threw himself up against the screen door. Once he had her attention, RaeLee ran into the boy’s room where Christian was having a severe seizure. The dog ran over to her son and as soon as Yolanda started to help Christian, RaeLee stopped barking.

See the photo of this cute rescue dog that came to the rescue on the next page:)

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3 Free Dog Coloring Sheets

Roldan Perez
A row of colored pencils on a white background

free dog coloring pages When’s the last time you took time for yourself? Really took a few minutes to do some mental self-care? Has it been way too long?

 

Never fear, we want to support you in taking care of you. So take 5 and enjoy these coloring sheets. Free of course:) Just a little way to say thank you for checking out Doggy Times.

Why coloring? It’s not just for the kids anymore. Research has found that coloring for adults is not only relaxing but also improves creativity. Coloring these beautiful dog themed images can bring a smile to your face.

 

Even 5 minutes of coloring can really create a space for you to easily get in the creative zone. These 3 beautiful coloring pages can be downloaded (you’ll need a free PDF reader, like Preview on the Mac or Adobe Reader on Mac or PC) and opened easily. It’s easy to print as many copies as you want. You choose how to color them, you can use crayons, colored pencils, gel pens, markers or any other art materials the grandkids left laying around.

 

Ok here’s the deal, these beautiful coloring sheets are absolutely free. Plus you can get access to all the other freebies in Doggy Time’s Resource Library.

 

Here’s some great dog videos to watch while you color! Beautiful dog memories, dogs are a special calling, missing your dog, humans best friend.

P.S. If you enjoy these coloring sheets as much as we do, we’d love for you to share with a friend who loves dogs as much as we do. We will be forever grateful!

How to Introduce Dogs

Roldan Perez
Two dogs playing with each other in a field

Acquainting Dogs

Have you ever thought about a dog meet and greet? In order for unknown dogs to have a successful first meeting, there has to be coordination. There are several ways that dog owners can make sure that their pups have a positive interaction. Read on to find out some tips to acquaint dogs to new dogs and people.

Tips to Introduce Your Dog

Just like people, every dog is unique. Some dogs have a more social personality than others. But just like people, dogs can learn how to be more social and get along with other pets and people. Some of the best ways to socialize a dog are:

  • Begin as soon as possible
  • Set up a safe environment
  • Consider it a priority
  • Be mindful for signs that your dog is in distress
  • Be on the lookout for social activities for your dog

how to introduce your dog to other dogs

Even if your dog is older, it’s not too late to teach your dog to be more social. Purina shares a few ideas to get you started:

  • Play games with your dog like “fetch” to teach your dog body language and sharing.
  • Interact with other dogs to help your dog interact appropriately.
  • Observe your dog’s emotional state. (Behaviors like cowering and tail-tucking indicate he’s overwhelmed.)
  • Reward good behavior. Progress deserves praise your dog will recognize.
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Dogs Hang out in Luxury at Amazon’s Headquarters

Roldan Perez
Two dog-friendly canines sitting on a couch with champagne and a bottle of wine.

June 24th is a day many dog owners look forward to because the holiday means they can bring their pooch to work. June 24th is officially “Take Your Dog to Work Day.” However, at Amazon, it seems like every day is a dog holiday because of their dog friendly policies!

dog luxury coworking at Amazon

The Seattle based e-commerce powerhouse stated that dogs and people share workspaces. According to a blog on the company’s website, it said that about 6,000 dogs were taking part in this dog-friendly arrangement.

 

This dog culture was started by one, Rufus, a Welsh Corgi that a husband and wife team brought to work one day. Very quickly Rufus made friends with the human teammates.

 

Ready to hear the super projects Rufus and his canine companions got to be a part of? Just go to page 2.

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