Hidden Fence / Choosing a Boarding Facility

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Rich Weinssen, Owner of the Hidden Fence Company, joins hosts Scott Sheppard and Lisa Gorman with tips on how to train your dog to stay in your yard. His company is a leader in advanced dog safety training methods and they use the Pet Stop line of dog fence products in designing their pet containment solutions. Installed with a series of underground wires and a radio receiver collar, the dog will effectively learn to stay within the bounds of the property lines in approximately 7-10 days. Rather than using a “shock therapy” method, Rich’s solution applies a gentler approach with a very low collar pressure to reinforce good behavior.

After installation Rich’s team will work with the pet owner and dog(s) in a training session so they learn with extensive rewards and practice to ensure the dog learns his new boundaries. For more information on the Hidden Fence Company, visit http://www.hiddenfence.com in the NY/NJ area or visit http://www.petstop.com for other national installation companies.

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week. This week features a story on a dog who was one of the first bionic paw implant operations. The implant for the prosthetic will allow for growth around the metal connection area and if proven successful, will be used to further development efforts for human amputees. Read more at “Six Million Dollar Dog” on www.coolest-gadgets.com. Next story discusses a Chihuahua who was able to rescue his family’s toddler from a potentially fatal snake bite.

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week with a tip that busts the myth of shaving your dog in hot weather months. Clipping your long haired dog is OK, but be careful not to shave too close to the skin as that can potentially cause more problems including sunburn. Stay alert for signs of overheating which include panting and irregular breathing. Be careful when walking your pet on pavement as the hot black top can actually burn your pet’s feet, stay on the grass areas when possible.

Gina Ramos, Marketing Developer, Morris Animal Inn joins the Doggie Chronicles for some tips on how to choose a boarding / kennel facility for your dog. The Morris Animal Inn is a luxury pet resort located in Morristown, NJ and has been family owned and operated since 1960.

They have received numerous national awards and recognition for their innovative approach to boarding services. The facility is the equivalent of a human “5 Star” resort complete with training, room service, walking, and playtime including spa services and aqua therapy and massage in their indoor pool.

The Morris Animal Inn represents the finest level of pet pampering available. Gina also shares some insight and tips on what to look for when choosing a facility for your pet so they are safe and happy while you are on vacation. For more information and pictures of their luxury suites at the Morris Animal Inn visit http://www.morrisanimalinn.com/

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K9 Duds / Andrea Arden Dog Training

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Nicole Klepper, Owner of K9 Duds joins hosts Lisa Gorman and Scott Sheppard to talk about unique line of trendsetting dog fashions. The clothes are currently designed only for small to medium sized dogs but have a great variety of Rock ‘n Roll and tattoo inspired tanks and hoodies which are perfect for your male pups. Diva dogs, of course, have a big selection too and the fabric and cut are made for comfort and durability.

The shirts are hand-made, including their line of tye-dye shirts, and are available in boutiques or online. K9 Duds website includes an online photo gallery where you can view the styles called “Barclay’s Buddies” and also an area for celebrity photos. For more information on K9 Duds and their gear visit: http://www.k9duds.com

Lisa and Scott review current dog news and story highlights of the week. Lisa provides an update on the dog fighting charges on NFL Quarterback Michael Vick. The city of Atlanta, GA is known to have the highest concentration of illegal dog fighting activities. They are in process of passing a new law, Senate Bill 16, which would revised the semantics of the current laws and make it easier to prosecute and convict people involved in these crimes. Castleberry’s Natural Balance Eatables for Dogs, recently added 4 varieties of their assortment to the pet food recall list for suspected botulism. For more information visit: http://castleberrys.com/news_pressRelease0721.asp

Lisa delivers the Doggie Chronicles Tip of the Week with more summertime dog care information. Be especially sensitive to older and overweight animals in hot weather. Brachycephalic or snub-nosed dogs such as bulldogs, pugs, Boston terriers, Lhasa apsos and shih tzus, as well as those with heart or lung diseases, should be kept cool in air-conditioned rooms as much as possible. Also, when walking your dog be alert and steer clear of wet areas that might contain insecticide or automotive fluids that may taste sweet to your pet. Call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at (888) 426-4435 if you suspect that your animal has been poisoned.

Andrea Arden, Owner of Andrea Arden Dog Training Schools and renowned expert in the field of “dog-friendly dog training” joins Lisa and Scott for some insight on her basic training methods. She is an author of 4 books, the behavior columnist for The New York Dog magazine and resident professional trainer and field correspondent for The Pet Department, FX’s Emmy award winning daily show about pets. Andrea’s appearances also include 20/20, The Today Show, Live with Regis and Kelli, The View, Dateline NBC, CBS News, and CNN and others.

Andrea recommends that one of the most important things in training your dog is not to allow your own frustration to drive the delivery of how you correct your pet’s behavior. Patience, repetition, and consistency of requests and rewards will bring you the quickest and most effective results. She also discusses some tips on preparing your puppy for training class and how to choose a training method or class suited for your young pet. She recently completed a set of video tips on adopting a new pet available at: http://www.dogcentral.msn.com/

To find out more about Andrea Arden Dog Training and her books visit:
http://www.andreaarden.com/

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