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What You Need To Learn About Pit Bulls

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Most ‘Pit Bulls’ of today aren’t actually Pitt Bulls at all, but a mixture of several breeds. The term ‘Pit Bull’ has sort of become a label to describe nearly any dog that looks a certain way. That being said, recognized breeds include the AKC’s American Staffordshire Terriers, Staffordshire Bull Terriers, UKC’s American Bullies, or American Pit Bull Terriers.

Before Reading Further

Regardless which breed you may actually be looking at, the dog in question is very much a product of its’ environment. Dogs act as nature intended them to; no dog is inherently cruel, vicious or ‘mean’. These are human terms describing human personality traits dogs are not capable of.

The Importance of Socialization

If a dog encounters another animal it has seldom to never encountered before (otherwise- not socialized), it will react with caution. If a dog is beaten or otherwise harmed, it will learn to react with caution or anxiety, even fear toward that tormentor. If a dog is beaten enough, it may even lash out in violent defense.

On the flip side, if a dog is raised from puppyhood to play around other dogs and animals or children, shown that they mean only good things (rather than threats to be avoided), it will react with welcoming pleasure.

Unfortunately, dogs that attack humans out of natural fear or misunderstanding are all too often labeled ‘damaged animals’ and destroyed. Of course, the true fault lies in the human handler 99% of the time for failing to understand the fact stated above, or simply not caring. Whereas the animal may be put to death, the handler is rarely punished.

Bait Dogs

‘Bait Dogs’ is a term for those unfortunate animals dog fighters use in training, chaining to posts or tieing up with no avenue for escape while other animals are encouraged to tear at them, often resulting in mutilation and death.

Dog Baiting

‘Dog Baiting’ encompases the setting of game dogs against a chained or otherwise confined animal as a bloodsport.

Both the above are illegal in most countries of the world.

The Legend of the Bulldog: History & Backstory

It was a sad day for entrepreneurs of violence when the English spectator sport of ‘Bull-Baiting’ was finally deemed cruel and outlawed, although the the reprieve didn’t last for long.

Originally bred to assist with cattle, English Bulldogs were encouraged to ‘bait’ angry bulls, often literally clinging to the animal’s faces as they trashed about before inevitably succumbing to blood loss. Violence was believed to enhance the taste of the meat and the act was extremely commonplace.

The English Bulldog of the day was bred perfectly for the task, almost ‘built’ you might say. A specially designed jaw structure helped the dogs latch onto their opponent’s flesh while both facial wrinkles provided for channels for blood to flow away from the eyes while a short nose made breathing easier. A stout body with loose skin even made it possible for the dogs to shrug off glancing blows that would fall much larger animals.

Like so many others that has lost their usefulness, the English Bulldog breed nearly went extinct at that point. If it wasn’t for a few devoted enthusiasts of the day, Bulldogs would not exist now.

A Look Backward

By the 1700’s, two primary bull baiting breeds emerged: the Blue Poll from Scotland and the Alunt from Ireland, bot referred to as Bulldogs. As such sporting events rose in popularity, selective breeding interest grew as handlers sought to achieve perfection in desirable traits.

Yet it wasn’t until 1835 when the sport was finally, officially banned, forcing those of lower economic status to seek new work for their dogs.

Bear in mind- European dog owners in the early 1800’s resembled very little to the domesticated ‘family pet’ situation of today; dogs were valued for their working contributions, not so much cherished as pets. People owned dogs as a means to earn an income. That being said, this sudden ban was quite devastating to many.

Rise of the Pit Bull: A Gladiator’s Story

No sooner had ‘Bull Baiting’ been made illegal were sporting enthusiasts of the day looking for alternative means of entertainment. A loophole was soon found: Ratting.

What better progenitor to rise to the current challenge than the already well known and highly popular Bulldog? Though Bulldogs were the first choice, they were simply too slow now that the opponents were no longer 25 times their size. Breeders looked to couple current English Bulldogs with leaner, more agile terriers of the day, already well known for their hunting abilities.

A new kind of gladiator was born: the Pitt Bull.

 

Pit Bull and the Ring

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The Sport of Ratting

Contrary to what many believe, it wasn’t the sport of dog fighting that followed bull baiting, but that of ‘ratting’. Just like it sounds, a specific number of rats were placed in a pen with the dogs for a certain amount of time. Bets were placed, a new source of revenue arose, and ‘ratting’ soon grew in enormous popularity.

Though the initial Bubonic Plague (Black Death) outbreak occurred during the 14th century, one of the deadliest pandemics in human history, rats were still widely feared and disliked for the huge role they had to play with the spread of the disease. There was huge value placed on ratting dogs!

Dog Fighting

Though still shrouded in controversy, many historians believe the first purpose of the Pit Bull was ratting, as opposed to dog fighting. However, few can argue the role dogfighting had to play early in the breed’s history.

Bear in mind- no dog actually wanted to fight to the death; not one began the day seeking violence. It is a sad, unfortunate misconception many Americans still believe in today; Pit Bulls are not violence seeking beasts.

Quite the contrary; these animals were forced into an enclosure for which there was no escape; their ‘flight’ option was completely removed. Encouraged around violence entire lives, they only knew violence and had no reason to expect anything else from the opponent now facing them. So they fought, all but ignoring completely pain and injury until they no longer could, such was their breeding.

Human handlers giving them no other option, they would, quite literally, fight to the death.

The most reliable history on the beginning development of the Pit Bull, goes back to the time of the Romans. During the time of Minos in Crete the sport of bull baiting was quite a popular form of pagan worship and entertainment. This sport was developed as a part of the worship practice in honor of the warrior god “Mithras”.
– American Pit Bull Registry

Bite Inhibition & Handler Loyalty

These first Pit Bulls were specifically and selectively bred for another reason: bite inhibition and loyalty toward human handlers. So violent were these ‘sports’, fighting enthusiasts needed to be able to enter a ring and treat their animals without fear of reprisal or injury themselves. This was a heavily sought after trait for which great focus and care was placed upon.

Here is where the great and unfortunate irony toward the breed stems from! So many people think Pit Bulls are vicious killers to be avoided at all costs, especially around children, but the complete opposite is true in reality.

Bite Inhibition: Your dog’s ability to control the pressure of his bite

 

Immigration Comes to America

Immigrants crossed the seas to America around 1900, of course bringing their cherished dogs with them. In early America, such dogs as the Pit Bull, and those similar, were cherished for far more than simple fighting skills. The protection they provided from predators was integral to haomesteaders, and the assistance they provided to farmers was highly valued.

Nanny Dogs

Perhaps above all, there was no equal found in the reliable companionship and protection they offered young children; Pit Bulls both more than earned their place in this young and developing America, as well as the popular nickname ‘Nanny Dogs’.

Pit Bulls were extremely popular and loved by many Americans during the first half of that century.

The pit bull was also a favorite dog among politicians, scholars, and celebrities. Helen Keller, Theodore Roosevelt, and the “Our Gang” Little Rascals all had pit bulls (BADRAP, 2015).

Note: If you bother to ask a member of the older generation that grew up during early America, perhaps a grandparent, you might learn of the drastic differences we handled dogs between now and 80-90 years ago (BadRap.org)

Times Change for the Pit Bull

Despite their invaluable assistance to not only the WWI effort, but American history in general, opinions soon drastically shifted regarding the breed. Illegal dog fighting rose in popularity among Americans, giving this once loved companion a sour and misguided reputation as a fearsome, vicious animal. People saw and heard frightening images of terrible violence, of course assuming this is the norm.

Perhaps playing the largest role to the Pit’s downfall, there was the constant media coverage. Ironically since recanted, though the magazine publishing a complete 360 promoting the breed after the popular NFL star Michael Vick was arrested for his interstate dogfighting operation ‘Bad Newz Kennels’, Sports Illustrated published a cover article portraying Pit Bulls as vicious beasts to fear. Even the cover photo for that illustration displayed a fearsome looking animal with frightening teeth bared, such biased images speaking of marketing ployes.

American Staffordshire Terrier

The American Kennel Club, one of the most reputable dog organizations on earth composed of countless highly educated animal enthusiasts, many devoting their lives toward the point, rank their American Staffordshire Terrier in the high 90% with families and children. In fact, there are few breeds better recommended around kids.

American Bully

Recognized more recently by another enormous and equally reputable organization, the United Kennel Club, the American Bully is not a ‘bully’ at all, but rather bred to be the ‘Ideal Family Companion’.

 

Summary

After all is said and done, the truth is plain: ‘Pit Bulls’ are fantastic family companions, one of the absolute best breeds to raise around young children! Not only are they genetically predisposed to thrive around humans, purposefully and selectively bred for human loyalty, their near unmatchable pain tolerance allows them to happily endure the many pokings and proddings children offer, glad for the attention.

  • Many small or toy breeds are often most discouraged to raise around young children for both their delicate structures and tendency to react defensively if injured.

 

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Sources Cited

BadRap. (2015). Reflecting on Pit Bulls – Whatever they are! BadRap.org. Retrieved From
http://www.badrap.org/breed-history

Brae, Bonnie. (2015). Dog Fighting Alive And Well In America: Puppy Used As Bait Miraculously Survives. Dogtime.com. Retrieved from
http://dogtime.com/reference/dog-laws/26903-dog-fighting-alife-and-well-in-america-puppy-used-as-bait-miraculously-survives

Miller, Pat. (June 2010). Reinforce Your Dog’s Bite Inhibition. Whole Dog Journal. Retrieved from
https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/issues/13_6/features/Bite-Inhibition_16232-1.html

AKC. (2017). AMERICAN STAFFORDSHIRE TERRIER. American Kennel Club. Retrieved from
http://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/american-staffordshire-terrier/detail/

UKC. (2017). American Bully. United Kennel Club. Retrieved from https://www.ukcdogs.com/american-bully

American Pit Bull Terrier ( APBT ) breed History. American Pit Bull Registry. Retrieved from http://pitbullregistry.com/PitBull%20History.htm

 

12 Simple Tips To Make Removing Dog Hair Exceptionally Easy

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When your pet is a dog, you will have to get used to pet fur all over the house and even worse: on your clothes. The situation gets worse in the shedding season.

You don’t have to bear the shame of having the fur sticking on visitors’ clothes. Here are simple and very important tips on removing dog hair to help you get rid of the inconvenience caused by your canine friend.

 

Dog Hair Removal Tips

#1 Utilize that tape roll to pick the loose dog hair

On a day when you are late for work, nothing is as irritating as finding out that you have dog hair on your clothes. That would make you scold or hit your canine friend due to anger and sabotage after the many days of working to gain its trust.

At such a time, tape ceases to become part of your office stationery and comes in handy as a useful tool to get rid of dog hair which is sagging on your clothes or furniture. Keep a roll of duct tape or packing tape close to the door or even in your car to avoid those embarrassing moments.

You can also use lint rollers which serve the same purpose but they work slower than tape. The tape is found in every homestead which means that it will readily serve you at removing dog hair from whichever surface, furniture or clothes without damaging them.

 

#2 Consider a humidifier

A humidifier’s known purpose is to increase humidity within a room or inside a whole building. The hydrating effect prevents the skin from drying so that the body cannot experience irritation that comes with inadequate moisture. It can help a great deal in preventing dog hair from sticking on surfaces.

Humidifiers are very important especially to people who reside in places which are extremely cold. Besides hydrating your skin and transforming your respiratory health, a humidifier can also help you a lot in dealing with the nightmare of having dog hair clinging on furniture, curtains, bedding or other surfaces in your house.

 

#3 Always ensure that your vacuum cleaner is maintained in good shape

A vacuum cleaner makes all the cleaning work easy. As a parent of a pet dog, your vacuum cleaner will be doing most of the work every time as you pick dog hair from the surfaces of your house. To ensure that it does the work extremely well, you need to play your part by constantly checking its belt, cleaning its filters as well as the brush roller.

This regular maintenance of your vacuum cleaner will ensure that it does not let you down in getting rid of dog hair which could be irritating or even worse, ruin your clothes and furniture.

 

#4 Dampen and sweep your carpet lightly prior to running the vacuum

It is almost inevitable to have dog hair on your carpet. With our love for our canine companions, the thought of banning them from getting into the house is unimaginable. All we do is clean after them, even if it not an interesting thing to do.

If you get dog hair stuck on your carpet, dampen your carpet and sweep off the dirt lightly to loosen it before you vacuum the carpet. Roll the dog hair into a lovely ball to make it manageable. It may seem like a lot of work but it will become easier in the long run. Be cautious so that you don’t make your carpet too wet since drying could take quite a while.

While sweeping off the dog hair, use a rubber broom. You could also take this chance to remove pet odors too from your carpet. Sprinkle a little baking soda on the carpet and let it settle for a few minutes, say 10 minutes before you vacuum it.

 

#5 Use dryer sheets to ease picking pet hair

When a pet is a happy and comfortable animal in your home, there is no doubt that it will freely go to every part of your house. This makes it hard to control how much dog fur will get to your furniture, bedding and clothes in your closet. If this is the case, I bet you certainly could use some tips on removing dog hairs from wherever they are stuck.

Having dryer sheets at hand will help you a lot in getting rid of pet hair from virtually anything and every surface without ruining them. I am sure that having some dryer sheets will make you love your canine friend’s company even as you read that book during bedtime.

 

#6 Have a rubber broom at hand

Every pet parent loves their hairy friend a lot, probably due to their never-ending loyalty. Personally, I love my dog because it always accompanies me during my runs and it makes me feel safe even when I choose a new terrain.

I appreciate my dog’s loyalty but having to handpick its hair from almost every part of the house so that this situation does not sabotage my love for my pet. You could also be having the same situation.

Instead of picking your dog’s fur using your hands, you can use a rubber broom to pick up dog’s hair in your kitchen or bathroom floor. A rubber broom proves useful especially if your house has a floor made of linoleum, wood or tiles.

 

#7 Use rubber gloves or a damp sponge on upholstered furniture

Having furniture covered with dog hair is not a pleasant sight to behold. If you have been looking for a way to ease removal of pet hair from your furniture, rubber gloves or a damp sponge will serve you perfectly. The reason why these two make the dog hair removal process easy is that dog hair clings on damp sponges and rubber gloves.

You simply need to pass your hand over the surface covered with pet hair. The two work in a similar way as dryer sheets. Once the glove is covered with pet hair, rinse it off and repeat the process. I bet your search for the perfect way to get rid of dog hair from your furniture is over.

 

#8 Clean your carpet using a window squeegee

Now that your home has windows, it is certain that you own a window squeegee. Once you bring a dog into your house, the nuisance of dog hair all over your carpet, especially during the shedding season is unavoidable. If you are already suffering from stubborn dog hair on your carpet, you will have to make your window squeegee multi-purpose.

It does a great job when it comes to removing dog hair from the carpet. All you will be needed to do is rubbing it along your carpet. You will be surprised at how effective it is since after several swipes, you will have removed a big pile of dog hair and your carpet will already be looking pleasant.

 

#9 Vacuum in alternating directions during cleaning

As you carry out your cleaning whether daily or weekly, vacuum clean in alternating directions as you go over the carpet several times. This will help you increase the amount of pet hair you remove from the carpet, whether it was loosely attached or embedded.

Constantly check the filters and empty it. If the vacuum filters clog, the process of removing dog hair will be slow and tedious since the vacuum will not be running efficiently.

 

#10 A dampened mop works on vinyl and hardwood floors

My parents valued hardwood and for that reason, our house had hardwood floors. That was when I learned how easy it is to remove dog hair from hardwood floors using a dampened mop. In this case, a damp mop works as a magnet as it picks up dog hair.

I actually enjoyed doing the work. You will just have to be careful not to leave pools of water stagnant on the floor. The pools of water could yield more trouble to everyone in the house. For wooden floors, use cleaning products that are specific for wood. Pay heed to the directions as illustrated on the label especially on diluting the cleaning agent to avoid ruining the wood.

 

#11 Consider a pumice stone

Probably you are gambling with options to get the easiest way to remove dog hair from your carpet. A pumice stone can serve you very well and it comes in handy when you are not prepared for any other method. You simply need to scrape the pumice stone along the carpet’s surface.

Do this gently to avoid ruining the carpet by creating a dry and rough skin on it. All the pet hair clinging to your carpet will gather up and save you the agony of having to handpick the dog hair bit by bit.

 

#12 Always choose fabrics which are pet-friendly

This is the most basic thing you should do if you now want to deal with dog hair all over your house. It will also save you from the tedious cleaning process of removing dog hair from furniture, clothes and other surfaces. There are fabrics which are likely to accumulate more pet hair compared to others.

Avoid materials such as corduroy, velvet, loose knits and velour which are good at attracting pet hair. Shiny materials such as satin and leather do not gather pet hair due to their slippery nature. Natural fibers are more prone to attracting pet hair than synthetic fibers.

However, synthetic materials also attract pet hair due to static charges which makes it even harder to get rid of them. Avoiding the fabrics which gather pet hair is one of the sacrifices you will have to make for your canine friend, probably as a reward for its loyalty.

 

Remove Dog Hair with Ease

However much we love our pets, the idea of dog fur all over our furniture, clothes and surfaces is not pleasant. I hope you have learned and enjoyed reading the simple tips on removing dog hair. Most of them require readily available materials.

If you have for long refrained from having a hairy companion in your house, it is a high time you got one and enjoy its loyalty. Getting rid of its hair will be very simple if you use any of the tips that we have discussed above.

Feel free to comment or add an extra tip for removing dog hair which will be useful to us dog owners. You can also ask questions regarding the topic and I will reply as soon as I can.

eharmony Launches New Feature to Help Dogs find Their Own Lovers. Yes, Really

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eharmony introduces Furever Love, a canine compatibility companion service (PRNewsfoto/eharmony)
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eharmony introduces Furever Love, a canine compatibility companion
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Based on the algorithms eharmony uses to create highly compatible relationships for humans, the new “Furever Love” Canine Compatibility Companion Service.

It helps users create robust profiles for their pups based on key dimensions of personality that predict the most compatible, highly successful, long-term relationships.

eharmony users can log on and use the new “Furever Love” feature to create a profile for their furry companions.

The service will automatically find and suggest highly-compatible matches based on responses to questions about a dog’s personality, activity level, and other key relationship success indicators. Users can then set up doggie dates or playtimes. eharmony canine experts will be available to assist with any questions or translation needs as they arise throughout the process.

“For nearly 20 years, we’ve been mastering how to create lasting relationships for humans,” says Grant Langston, chief executive officer for eharmony.

“We didn’t want our most trusted four-legged friends to feel left out, especially since they often seem to know more about love and happiness than we do.”

You may be wondering what happy dog couple even looks like. How can you tell if your dog has found the one?

  • Personality traits: smart, social, adaptable, joyful, loving
  • Activity level: medium-high (best when it matches)
  • Social skills: outgoing/extroverted, friendly, gets along well with cats/children
  • Geography: tend to live in cities with dog-friendly parks, cafes, shops
  • Human factor: tend to live with happy humans in long-term relationships
  • Behavior turn-offs: stubbornness, slobberiness, lack of bathing, inability to share toys

How happy are American dogs in their relationships?
Like their human counterparts, love is a huge factor in American dogs’ overall happiness. A sense of commitment/loyalty, having lots of healthy play time, and feeling secure about the number of treats/bones available at any given time are also key factors that directly correlate with happiness.

  • Dogs living in cities with large parks tend to be happier in their relationships
  • Being “in love” correlates most with happiness: much more than relationship satisfaction
  • Almost 8 out of 10 reported high barks for shared activities, such as swimming, long walks, and car rides
  • Happiness peaks among those in committed relationships of any type including: those who have been in a relationship for 5 years or less
  • Happiness is greater among those who are employed as assistance animals or those who consider themselves to be the main household watchdog
  • As might be expected, high levels of happiness correlate with top marks for signs of affection, such as tummy rubs, bedtime stories, and kisses
  • As dogs get older, they tend to rank long naps as more important than play/activity compatibility, though the seniors tend to also enjoy computer games and dog sudoku

Why are puppies most positive about relationships?


While the recent Happiness Index: Love and Relationships in America revealed that millennial humans ages 25 to 34 are the happiest in their human relationships, puppies ages 10 weeks to 12 months also barked highest when it came to playfulness and willingness to try new activities.

  • Young dogs are 2x more likely to prize personality over looks when seeking companions
  • Male pups were likely to seek out a friend for comfort if they were lonely
  • More than a quarter of all puppies have already sought professional help, whether it was through a trainer, dog whisperer, therapist, dog walker, or YouTube

Do dogs care about romance & affection like we do?

Yes! Studies show that dogs’ brains have a striking similarity to humans in the caudate nucleus. That means their “feel good” dopamine receptors light up when they see or experience something they like. As such, our canine respondents reported high barks for signs of affection from their canine and human companions alike.



Essential Oils for Dog Allergies: What You Need to Know

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The same as people can suffer from allergies, so can dogs. Allergies can be irritating or serious, with the need to be very cautious when your dog is around certain allergens.

These allergens can bother your dog when they’re inhaled, ingested or come into contact with your dog’s skin.

Certain dog breeds are more at risk for allergies. These include terriers, retrievers and setters. Breeds with a flat face are also more at-risk. This includes pugs, bulldogs, etc.

 Dog Allergy Symptoms

Symptoms of dog allergies include:

  • Dog itching at skin
  • Red or scabbed skin
  • Dog itching at eyes
  • Runny eyes
  • Sneezing
  • Vomiting
  • Dog itching at ears or getting ear infections
  • Diarrhea
  • Swollen paws
  • Non-stop licking

What To Do

If your dog has just started showing signs of an allergic reaction, you’re probably not sure what is causing the reaction and how serious it is. For this reason, you should see your vet.

 

Essential Oils for Dog Allergies

After your vet has diagnosed your dog, you can ask if it is safe to use some essential oils in conjunction with his treatment. Some essential oils you may consider for dog allergies include:

  • Lavender- Antihistamine and anti-inflammatory with various other benefits. One of the safest oils for dogs.
  • Roman Chamomile– Said to be an anti-inflammatory with anti-infectious and anti-parasitic properties. Depending on the allergy, this may be a useful oil.
  • Peppermint– Said to be an Antiseptic as well as anti-inflammatory.
  • Niaouli– Since tea tree oil can be toxic to dogs, niaouli is a good substitute. It has the same antihistamine and antibacterial properties.

How to Use Essential Oils for Dog Allergies

Before using any essential oil on your dog, we recommend that you read our safety tips here. It’s critical that you buy the right essential oil and know how to use it safely. Just because it’s natural, doesn’t mean it’s always safe.

After you’ve read the safety tips, you may consider using essential oils for your dog’s allergies in two main ways, as recommended by your vet:

  • Topically. Before you massage your dog with an essential oil, you will need to diffuse it with a carrier oil, such as olive or coconut oil. Add a few drops to the base oil and massage into your dog’s skin.
  • Spray. You can mix a few drops of essential oil with water and spray it onto your dog’s fur.

If your dog is prone to allergies, he may even be allergic to safe essential oils. If you suspect he is reacting to an essential oil, stop use immediately.

Tough Mudder Launches Adorable New Event Series “Baby Puppy Mudder”

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Big eyes, chubby cheeks and giggling all come together in Tough Mudder’s newest – and arguably most adorable – event series.

“Baby Puppy Mudder” is a mini-obstacle challenge designed to entertain adventure-seeking babies and their four-legged furry companions who “pawsitively” enjoy getting a little dirty.

The event is being launched in support of the North Shore Animal League, the world’s largest no-kill animal rescue and adoption organization.

In the spirit of Tough Mudder’s 2018 “Tougher Together” campaign, Baby Puppy Mudder will inspire the entire family to experience the company’s core values of teamwork, camaraderie and having fun – with a childish twist. While no beer will be served at the finish lines; an assortment of organic snacks and chew toys will be awaiting the newest generation of legionnaires.

“We’re doggone thrilled to grow our family of over three million participants worldwide by welcoming some cute and slobbery ‘mini’ Mudders along with their loyal pooches,” said Jesse “Pit” Bull, Tough Mudder SVP of Product and Content. “It’s a dog eat dog world, so Baby Puppy Mudder is a great way to encourage these daring little tykes and doggies to escape traditional playtime rituals and instead burn energy by overcoming obstacles through teamwork and, well, being as adorable as possible together.”

The Baby Puppy Mudder course features mini-obstacles specially crafted for chewing, throwing, and even hiding for later. Obstacles like the outrageously wet and muddy “Dirty Diaper,” “Don’t Throw the Baby Out with the Bathwater,” “Rawhide Revenge,” “Doggy Ate My Homework,” “Baby Got Back,” “Who Let the Dogs Out,” and “Romper Room Surprise.”



How To Make Your Puppy Take A Nap At Night

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Dog Sleeping Habits

Not sure how long your dog should be sleeping for? Dogs should sleep for about twelve to fourteen hours per day. After being awake some period of time, dogs again start to sleep. You may have a wonder if that’s normal or if your dog is sleeping too much. Experts predict that dogs sleep 50% of the day. Sometimes, dogs start to sleep even more while they’re in their growing stages.

 

Types of Dog Sleep

Dog sleep begins with a quiet and active sleep. Sometimes, dogs are a bit active during sleep. They bark, yelp and whine while laying down. In the middle of active sleep, they may show rapid physical movement.

Dogs basically show more activeness in night time and sleepy moods in the daytime. Owners keep their dogs busy for a couple of hours while playing with them or walking them. Other than this, dogs won’t have many physical activities during daytime. So we can conclude the reason for the sleeping habits of the dog.

 

 

Primary Factors That Influence Dog Sleeping Issues

 

Dog’s Age

Sleep is connected with the age of the dog. Newborn puppies, as well as old aged dogs, sleep more than middle-aged dogs. Senior dogs sleep many hours because of their relaxed schedule. They are not provided with any physical activities due to their old age. The larger breeds and smaller breeds sleep according to their age. You can even notice the habits of older dogs. They are lazier and have less to do than younger pups. They simply close their eyes and lay on the floor. They do not show any response to your commands.

 

Breed of Dog

The Breed of the dog may also play a significant role in the sleep habits of the dog. Natural breeds have a fair amount of sleep. If the dog does not have time-consuming activities, it loves to sleep for the whole day.

 

Health Issues

When dogs sleep for an extended period of time, it may suffer from internal health issues. It is best to visit the vet for annual checkup to see if there’s anything wrong. You can get a lot of details in best mattress.reviews for more queries.

 

Changes in Lifestyle

Relocating a dog can make the dog stressed and sometimes depressed. It takes a lot of time to adapt to the particular environment, which includes changes in sleeping patterns.

 

Depression

Dogs sometimes get depressed due to their loss over someone. Depression makes a dog tired and lazy. You may also notice changes in sleeping and eating patterns.

 

Diabetic Dogs

It is necessary to watch the behaviour of dogs. Due to lack of exercise and food habits, some dogs may become diabetic. This may affect their sleep habits. It is necessary to keep an eye on your pet’s activities.

 

 

7 Fascinating Ways Playing Dog Games Makes You Way Smarter

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If you’re obsessed with anything dog-related and love games, you’ll probably appreciate this entire list of dog games.

If you’re a dog-lover, you’re sure to find a game that suits your personality—whether it be a dog breeder contest game or Greyhound racing game. You can also pretend you’re a dog in games such as Must Escape the Petshop. Help run a dog hotel or simply take care of a virtual pet.

Although most of these games are great for kids, they can also be great for adults. That’s because they’re not just fun—they can have many cognitive benefits.

 

The Benefits of Playing Games

  • Reduced impulsiveness. In a 2009 study, action games improved the participants’ ability to ignore non-target stimuli.
  • Helps Reduce Dyslexia. According to a 2013 study, just 12 hours of video games improved the test scores of children who have dyslexia. In fact, games were more beneficial than programs specifically designed to help dyslexia.
  • Improves Ability to Multi-Task. A 2013 study showed that 50 hours of playing an action video game improved participants’ performance on an intense test that requires multi-tasking abilities.
  • Keeps You Younger. You may think these dog games are just for kids—but playing them may help inject a little youth. Playing games can help cognitive ability and memory. In fact, studies show that when elderly people play video games, these abilities improve. 
  • May Help Work Performance. Work and play don’t need to be separate. Playing a dog video game may also help you work better. Studies show that playing games can help you improve different abilities that may be useful in the job-setting. These include hand-eye coordination, focus, working memory and the ability to make decisions on your feet. 
  • Help Improve Vision. You may think staring at a screen can have negative effects on your vision, but when it involves playing a video game, the opposite could be true. In one study, people who played video games were better able to tell the difference between varying shades of grey.
  • Fast Decision-Making. Are you someone who takes forever to come to a decision? Try playing a dog video game that requires you to make moves quickly. Since action-type video games require you to make quick decisions based on the situation, that ability may also translate into real-life situations. In fact, one study showed that players who participated in high-paced games were 25% faster in answering questions about an image, compared to non-players.

Essential Oils for Dog Hot Spots: Ones You Need To Try

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Hot spots are red and moist lesions generally found on a dog’s hip, chest area or head. Another term for them is “acute moist dermatitis.”

You may notice hot spots growing quickly because dogs tend to irritate the skin even more by licking or chewing the area.

Some people have reported that using essential oils have helped their dogs heal their hot spots. If you want to try it out for your own dog, keep reading.

 

Symptoms of Dog Hot Spots

Symptoms of hot spots include:

  • Itchy and painful spot of skin
  • Licking or chewing spot of skin
  • Inflammation or redness of skin
  • Hair loss on patch
  • Moist and matted fur
  • Scabs or oozing skin

 

What To Do

Anything that causes a dog to lick or scratch a spot can cause a hot spot. To stop hot spots, you’ll want to determine what is causing your dog to touch his skin. This can be allergies, bites, skin infections, stress or a lack of grooming. If you think your dog has a hot spot, you should see your vet, who will help you determine the cause.  Depending on the cause, the treatment may vary from medication to an allergy diagnosis. If you plan on using essential oil to treat your dog’s hot spots, make sure it’s okay with your vet first.

 

Essential Oils for Dog Hot Spots

There are a few essential oils that may help dog hot spots.

  • Oregano oil– Has antiseptic properties and helps kill bacterial infections
  • Coconut oil– Although coconut isn’t considered an essential oil, it can help treat atopic dermatitis and can kill yeast.
  • Lavender– May act as a natural astringent
  • Chamomile– May help heal the wound

How to Use Essential Oils for Dog Hot Spots

Before using any essential oil on your dog, we recommend that you read our safety tips here. You must use the right essential oil and take certain precautions

If your vet has okayed the use of essential oils for your dog’s hot spots, there’s’ a few ways you can use them.

One blogger says she’s mixed one drop of oregano oil with a teaspoon of coconut oil and spread it over the affected area once a day.

Other people report mixing the essential oils and diluting them with water to make a DIY mist.

Check the hot spots to see if they’ve improved, worsened or stayed the same. If they’ve worsened, discontinue essential oil use and see your vet.

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