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Spring Snow Essentials

March 17, 2016

For the past 4 years California has been in a serious drought, but this year we are so lucky to have had normal rainfall and our mountains covered in snow!

This means that Spring Break this year can include a trip up to the Sierras.

As many pet parents make the decision to travel to the snow during the first few weeks of Spring, it is important to remember that your dog could benefit from some snow equipment.

This is particularly important for those of us who do not live where it snows, but only visit the snow on certain occasions.

So, if you are taking a trip to the snow soon, here is what your dog will need:

Waterproof Snow Jacket

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Rooney is wearing a personalized snow jacket that we ordered from Pridebites. Now, all Corgi parents know that it is nearly impossible to find clothing that fits a Corgi body. Pridebites however, prides themselves on being Corgi enthusiasts and they really know how to make a good jacket. This jacket is fleece lined and waterproof to keep Rooney warm and dry for future snow adventures and during our upcoming storms. You can use our code KIDPAW to receive 20% off of your purchase!

Snow Boots

The need for snow boots is two-fold.

  1. Traction: Especially in the spring, snow can very quickly turn into sludge or ice. This provides an excellent opportunity to your dog to lose traction and potentially tear a ligament. If your dog is comfortable wearing snow boots, I would definitely recommend them for running around.
  2. Paw Protection: Ice accumulation between the toes can make it difficult for your dog to continue walking or playing in the snow. Additionally, exposure to cold weather can cause cracked paws and bleeding.

Sunblock

Although there is snow on the ground, the sun can still do damage to your dog’s skin. Of course, a jacket will help protect their skin, however if it is warm enough that you feel your dog only needs boots, please remember to apply sunblock if your dog is at risk for sunburn. Dogs with thin or white coats are most at risk for sunburn.

Veterinarians recommend using a sunscreen that is fragrance-free, non-staining and contains UVA and UVB barriers (Veterinary Partner). Also, if the sunscreen has ingestion warnings, it is recommended they aren’t used on pets because they can be toxic. To learn more about the possibility of sunburn and some summer solutions, please visit my post “Can My Dog Get Sunburned?”

Pay Attention to their Temperature

Visiting the snow during the Spring can be interesting. There is snow on the ground so there is a possibility that your dog might be cold, but the sun is usually out which can cause the temps to rise. For this reason, pay attention to your dog’s temperature while they are out playing in the snow. Are they panting excessively? Then maybe they don’t need their jacket for a while.

I hope this list helps you feel prepared for your Spring trip to the snow!

Disclaimer: I am a PrideBites PAWtner. This post contains my affiliate links. If you purchase a product via these links and use my discount code, I will receive a commission.  PrideBites is not responsible for the contents of this post. My Kid Has Paws only shares information about things we believe our readers will enjoy.

 

Also, I would like to wish everyone a very Happy St. Patrick’s Day!

Here is a St. Patrick’s Day post if you are interested in learning more about Irish Dog Breeds: 7 Irish Dog Breeds for St. Patrick’s Day.

If Pets Had Thumbs… (And a Chance to Win!)

February 29, 2016

March 3rd is If Pets Had Thumbs Day! (It’s also Rooney’s Grandma’s Birthday!)

I was just made aware of this day and I think it provides an excellent opportunity to think about what our pets would do if they had thumbs.

Corgi wearing Notre Dame Leash and Collar

Here is my list of things Rooney would absolutely do if he had thumbs:

  1. Open doors so that he could run around the neighborhood and visit his friends
  2. Send love letters to his girlfriend Shasta
  3. Get treats out of the treat jar regularly
  4. Open the fridge at snack time

For a chance to win two 25lb bags of Petcurean dog food (our favorite), leave a comment below and tell me what you think your dog would do if they had thumbs!

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Also, yesterday marked the end of our 20 Day Dental Health Challenge. How did it go for you?

Here are my results.

I definitely brushed Rooney’s teeth more often throughout the month. However, it was really important for me to leave the toothbrush in a location where I was easily reminded.

How did the challenge help you?

Disclaimer: I am a Petcurean Blogger Advocate. I have been compensated in exchange for providing my opinion. However, My Kid Has Paws only discusses products I truly believe in. In fact, I feed Petcurean to Rooney every day.

Petcurean Spike Treats: Finding the Right High-Value Treat for Your Dog

January 31, 2016

When training with your dog, it is really important that you have a high-value treat.

The high-value treat for your dog should be the treat your dog absolutely has to have! The treat that will make their hard work worth it. Some pet parents or trainers like to use cheese or hotdogs of other types of human food as a high-value treat. While Rooney certainly considers human foods to be high-value, they can sometimes upset his stomach. Additionally, he has a difficult time distinguishing between high-value treats for him and cheese for us. Therefore, I like to try and find doggy specific high-value treats.

Petcurean Spike Treats: Finding a High-Value Treat for Your Dog

Petcurean’s new Spike Treats are the high-value treat for Rooney.

Rooney and I recently had the chance to try the Grain Free Duck Jerky for Dogs and he LOVES them! As a matter of fact, he remembered that I had them in my hiking backpack, and he kept waiting by my backpack earlier this week.

Here is what I love about these treats:

  1. They are grain-free and, therefore, do not interfere with Rooney’s grain-free diet.
  2. Spike Treats contain chia, pomegranate and kale which provide a nutrient rich treat.
  3. They also include pumpkin, which serves as a good source of beta-carotene and fiber!
  4. They include a highly digestible protein source, in this case, Duck!

Since these treats are high-value and healthy for Rooney, here is what I plan to teach him using these treats:

  1. Recall: Rooney and I have worked on recall before, and this is definitely a high-value treat exercise. I hope to be able to really improve his recall using the Spike Treats.
  2. Not Jumping on Guests: This is really of matter of training Rooney on basic manners but is still very important. I hope to be able to finally bring people in the house without Rooney taking out their knees.

With this kind of high-value treat, what will you teach your dog?

Disclaimer: I am a Petcurean Blogger Advocate. I have been compensated in exchange for providing my opinion. However, My Kid Has Paws only discusses products I truly believe in. In fact, I feed Petcurean to Rooney every day.

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