Author: Michelle Kennedy
October is National Service Dog Month
Could we please have “likes” for all the service 
dogs out there! They come in different shapes, sizes and breeds. They do jobs we humans can not do. To those who use them the dogs are hero’s. Stop at the Winnebago Pet Expo on Saturday October 5th, 10am – 5pm to see the K-9 Comfort Dogs, OccuPaws Guide Dog Association, as well as how your dog can be a service dog ( therapy).
National Walk Your Dog Week!
Where is your favorite place to walk your dog? Where do you wish you could walk your dog and can’t?
National Walk Your Dog Week this week
Who is in!??!?! Who is going to walk their dog every day?
Who is going to let their dog walk them??
October is Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month
Share your story of your shelter dog! Log in to www.winnebagocountydopparks.com and share, we would love to hear your story!
Sky’s had been in and out of shelters her whole life, she had separation anxiety, cowered at loud noises and didn’t play. In August of 2010 that changed. Sky became part of a family. A family that worked with the good and the challenging and made it work. Three years later, a brother, a beagle cattle dog also from the shelter and a foster beagle sister , Sky is the princess of her domain. She keeps her bother and sister in inline, watches the neighbor kids out the window, barking at them when they are naughty and sunbathes as often as possible. Riding in the car and going to the Park are some of her favorite things right behind pets, hugs and lots of gentle touching. Sky has her forever home!
Recipe Ideas for Quick and Healthy Homemade Dog Treats
By Nicole Pajer (contributed from Ceasar’s Way Website)
Making your own homemade dog treats can be a fun reward for you dog. There are many benefits to making your own dog treats at home.
- Control what goes into the recipe. You can ensure that your pet is getting a nutritious and wholesome snack. You can also tailor your dog treat recipes to your dog’s taste preferences as well as cater to any dietary restrictions.
- Prevent unhealthy additives. Many brands of commercial dog treats are filled with preservatives, which help to extend their shelf life. In addition, store bought treats are often made from fillers and byproducts as opposed to natural and high quality ingredients. By creating your own treats at home, you will be able to provide your dog with a healthy snack that is not only nutritious but is also free of unhealthy additives.
- Tasty alternative. Making your own dog treats allows you to provide your pet with a tasty alternative to his usual doggie biscuit.
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DINO'S – What are they?
Yes, The Flinstone’s dog was Dino. In this case that is not what we are referring to. We are referring to the acronym DINOS
D– dogs
I-in
N-need
O-of
S-space
From the Dogs in Need of Space website,
“Dogs might be DINOS for a variety of reasons, such as:
Medical: illness, injury, surgery, or rehab
Occupation: Service and Working Dogs
Training: learning polite leash manners
Age: issues such as arthritis, vestibular disease, or blindness
Behavioral: fear, anxiety, re activity, intolerance of other animals
DINOS are GOOD dogs, they just need space!”
Dogs in Need of Space website Yellow Dog Project
Food at Best Friends Dog Park
Currently there is no rule against people or dog food / treats at Best Friends Dog Park in Winnebago County Community Park. People have been reasonable and careful of other potential food aggressive dogs in the park for the most part. Recently more and more people are bringing in food and allowing their children to have food in the dog park. Today someone was feeding their dogs lunch (Kibble) inside the dog park. While this was happening there were multiple dogs in the park and some were food aggressive. Once the dogs heard the “ting ting” of the kibble hitting the metal dog dish they came a running. Some of the dogs that went running are food aggressive. This was a dangerous situation. Please if you are bringing any type of food in the dog park, be respectful of other dogs and owners. Some dogs may have food allergies so your child dropping a cracker may seem harmless to you and could be harmful to another. Please be aware that there could be dogs in the dog park that are food aggressive and will want to get ALL of our food. Please be aware and keep extra eyes out for dogs that come over while giving treats. Please do not give any dogs other than your dog (so) treats without asking the owner first.
We will be discussing “food” at Best Friends Dog Park and changing the Rules to NO FOOD, at our next meeting Saturday, Nov 9th, 9am- 10:30am at the Town of Menasha Municipal Building.
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World Rabies Day
September 28 is an opportunity for people around the world to unite in rabies prevention – See more at: http://rabiesalliance.org/world-rabies-day/#sthash.9peGCuCQ.dpuf
11 Fall Pet Dangers to Avoid
11 Fall Pet Dangers to Avoid
The crisp chill of autumn is upon us, find out the top 11 fall pet dangers to avoid.
The crisp chill of autumn is upon us, that means changing leaves, cozy sweaters, and lots of holidays. But along with all that excitement comes some dangers for your adorable pooch and kitty. Find out the top 11 fall pet dangers to avoid.