Raising Your Paws- Your resource for dog & cat pet parents

When petting an unfamiliar dog, you may not be aware of how you may be threatening it, which can result in getting bit. I’ll explain the one thing NEVER to do and then tell you the correct, safer way for you and your children to meet a new dog.

Next, detection dogs, use their remarkable smelling abilities to help keep our hotels, schools, and homes trouble free. Dan Hughes, owner of Dogs for Defense (http://www.dogsfordefense.us/), tells you how.

Plus, do you know how to read your cat’s tail? Its positions can tell you much about its mood and help you avoid getting bit or scratched!

Resources for this Episode:

The poster that shows your children how to greet an unfamiliar dog. (http://info.drsophiayin.com/greeting-poster)Dog For Defense Inc. website (http://www.dogsfordefense.us/) The animated video that explains some of your cat’s tail positions (http://raisingyourpaws.com/2018/02/how-to-introduce-your-puppy-to-new-people/).The puppy socialization technique.

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You just fed your dog, why does it still want to eat garbage off the ground so much and what are they finding out when sniffing another dog’s butt? Hear the short and sweet answers to these common questions and more about some of our dogs more peculiar behaviors.

Next, Thom Somes, the founder of Pet Tech, the first international training center dedicated to CPR, First Aid & Care for dogs and cats explains the two most important pet first aid techniques you’ll want to know and shares first aid success stories.

Plus, how to help break your cat’s habit of waking you up in the middle of the night because it wants you to play.

Resources for this episode.

Click here to find pet first aid classes in your area and for more information about Pet Tech’s events. (http://www.pettech.net/index.php)

Winning the give-away.

Play our fast facts game. Answer this question, “Why do dog’s feet smell like corn chips”?

Send the answer to [email protected].

The 8th person to respond will win a coupon for a free bag of any flavor/brand of NutriSource pet food to redeem at your local independent dealer that sells our food. To find the closest store to you, see our dealer directory here. 

http://www.nutrisourcepetfoods.com/where-to-buy (http://www.nutrisourcepetfoods.com/where-to-buy)

I found a very effective method for crate training my one year old adopted dog – the steps described work for puppies too. 

Then, if you ever wondered about some of the ingredients in your pet food, or have questions about any of the NutriSource brand pet foods, my guest today is the person you’ll want to call.  I’ll introduce you to Genie Beur and we’ll start talking to her in this episode.

Plus, in the topic of how your dog communicates with other dogs and you, a quick head turn could mean something else besides a cute dog of the opposite sex, caught its eye. Find out what your dog is trying to convey.

Resources from the episode:

Click here for the complete article by the Humane Society of the United States, outlining all the details of crate training your dog. (http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/dogs/tips/crate_training.html)

Call Genie Buer, the Director of Customer Service at NutriSource Pet Foods to ask your questions about pet food ingredients. You can contact her at 218-346-8312, or by emailing [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

We also have a BLOG on our podcast website at www.raisingyourpaws.com (http://www.raisingyourpaws.com/). There you will find all sorts of different informative and entertaining articles and photos as well as the complete show notes for each episodes of the podcast.

 

If you like the podcast please subscribe on your favorite app and tell a friend. Thank you.

I found a very effective method for crate training my one year old adopted dog – the steps described work for puppies too. 

Then, if you ever wondered about some of the ingredients in your pet food, or have questions about any of the NutriSource brand pet foods, my guest today is the person you’ll want to call.  I’ll introduce you to Genie Beur and we’ll start talking to her in this episode.

Plus, in the topic of how your dog communicates with other dogs and you, a quick head turn could mean something else besides a cute dog of the opposite sex, caught its eye. Find out what your dog is trying to convey.

Resources from the episode:

Click here for the complete article by the Humane Society of the United States, outlining all the details of crate training your dog. (http://www.humanesociety.org/animals/dogs/tips/crate_training.html)

Call Genie Buer, the Director of Customer Service at NutriSource Pet Foods to ask your questions about pet food ingredients. You can contact her at 218-346-8312, or by emailing [email protected] (mailto:[email protected]).

We also have a BLOG on our podcast website at www.raisingyourpaws.com (http://www.raisingyourpaws.com/). There you will find all sorts of different informative and entertaining articles and photos as well as the complete show notes for each episodes of the podcast.

 

If you like the podcast please subscribe on your favorite app and tell a friend. Thank you.

Your cat makes all sorts of different vocalizations and does a pretty good job of communicating its message but for those of us who don’t talk cat, they can be confounding. Hear some examples and find out what those silly sounds mean.

Then, during the first three months of your puppy’s life, the experiences it has, will greatly determine its ability to get along well with both people and other dogs. Find out the fun and easy things you’ve GOTTA   do to ensure your dog has every chance to become a confident, socially well- adjusted adult.

Resources for the episodeCat sound effects by Soundsnap

Click here to find the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) position on puppy socialization and vaccinations. (https://web.archive.org/web/20130325162025/http://avsabonline.org/resources/position-statements)

Click here for the article by Dr. Anderson about his belief that Puppy Vaccination and Early Socialization Should go together. (http://www.trainyourdogmonth.com/members/handouts/APDT_TYDMRKLetter.pdf)

Your cat makes all sorts of different vocalizations and does a pretty good job of communicating its message but for those of us who don’t talk cat, they can be confounding. Hear some examples and find out what those silly sounds mean.

Then, during the first three months of your puppy’s life, the experiences it has, will greatly determine its ability to get along well with both people and other dogs. Find out the fun and easy things you’ve GOTTA   do to ensure your dog has every chance to become a confident, socially well- adjusted adult.

Resources for the episodeCat sound effects by Soundsnap

Click here to find the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior (AVSAB) position on puppy socialization and vaccinations. (https://web.archive.org/web/20130325162025/http://avsabonline.org/resources/position-statements)

Click here for the article by Dr. Anderson about his belief that Puppy Vaccination and Early Socialization Should go together. (http://www.trainyourdogmonth.com/members/handouts/APDT_TYDMRKLetter.pdf)

There is a special adaptation in medium and large breed dogs feet that allows them to walk on snow and ice in the winter in comfort. Find out about the trait that they inherited from their ancestors, the wolves.

Then, listen to the true story of one family’s experience when their puppy pulled away from their 11 year old son, and was hit by a car – in front of the boy. A story of trauma and triumph.

Plus, a pet first aid tip for what NOT to do if your cat gets into the holiday package’s wrappings.

Resources for this episode.

Check out our blog that compliments the podcast with the full show notes at www.raisingyourpaws.com (http://www.raisingyourpaws.com/).

Click here for Information about frostbite for dogs and cats (https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/frostbite-in-dogs),

If you enjoy this podcast please tell a friend. An easy way to subscribe on your computer or tablet so you won’t miss an episode is by going to our website: www.raisingyourpaws.com (http://www.raisingyourpaws.com/)

There is a special adaptation in medium and large breed dogs feet that allows them to walk on snow and ice in the winter in comfort. Find out about the trait that they inherited from their ancestors, the wolves.

Then, listen to the true story of one family’s experience when their puppy pulled away from their 11 year old son, and was hit by a car – in front of the boy. A story of trauma and triumph.

Plus, a pet first aid tip for what NOT to do if your cat gets into the holiday package’s wrappings.

Resources for this episode.

Check out our blog that compliments the podcast with the full show notes at www.raisingyourpaws.com (http://www.raisingyourpaws.com/).

Click here for Information about frostbite for dogs and cats (https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/frostbite-in-dogs),

If you enjoy this podcast please tell a friend. An easy way to subscribe on your computer or tablet so you won’t miss an episode is by going to our website: www.raisingyourpaws.com (http://www.raisingyourpaws.com/)

Does your dog pull you down the street every time you go for a walk - just like Rosy did when I first adopted her? You may be surprised to find out there is a physiological reason that makes your dog want to pull on its leash. Find out what is it and what you can do to reduce the pulling.

Then, in this third and final segment of my interview with Pam Johnson Bennett, a leading animal behavior consultant, you’ll hear ways to enrich your cat’s indoor life which is crucial for their mental and physical well-being.

Also, if you have a sporting or high energy dog, this simple exercise to do together,  provides a great workout for your canine, plus a handy tip to keep your active dog hydrated without overdoing it.

Resources for Episode 5.

Visit http://raisingyourpaws.com/ (http://raisingyourpaws.com/) to see photos of Rosy wearing her harness, more information about front clipping harnesses and the full show notes.

The link to Pam Johnson- Bennett’s website where you can also order her books. (http://www.catbehaviorassociates.com/)

Does your dog pull you down the street every time you go for a walk - just like Rosy did when I first adopted her? You may be surprised to find out there is a physiological reason that makes your dog want to pull on its leash. Find out what is it and what you can do to reduce the pulling.

Then, in this third and final segment of my interview with Pam Johnson Bennett, a leading animal behavior consultant, you’ll hear ways to enrich your cat’s indoor life which is crucial for their mental and physical well-being.

Also, if you have a sporting or high energy dog, this simple exercise to do together,  provides a great workout for your canine, plus a handy tip to keep your active dog hydrated without overdoing it.

Resources for Episode 5.

Visit http://raisingyourpaws.com/ (http://raisingyourpaws.com/) to see photos of Rosy wearing her harness, more information about front clipping harnesses and the full show notes.

The link to Pam Johnson- Bennett’s website where you can also order her books. (http://www.catbehaviorassociates.com/)