"PAW'S-A-TIVE NEWS" - April 2012

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WHAT OUR READERS HAVE TO SAY
"My name is Reggie and I have a new friend. She is a Standard Poodle like me and her name is Lovey. She belongs to my H-mom’s son and daughter in law. My H-mom and I watch her and I get to play with her every week day. Since reading Jives journal about nose work my H-mom told us we were gonna play the same game…..I’m excited. She gets all kinds of good ideas when she reads Jive’s journal about what his H-mm does for him and Jive. Lovey and I get the rewards!" Anna S., Reggie & Lovey

WEBSITE UPDATE
Our website has been updated. If you haven't been there for a while be our guest and check it out. While your there Jazz would love it if you check out Jazz's Journal on our website. Jazz always has something to say. Woofs & Smiles!

EVENT UPDATE
Jazz successfully passed his second re-evaluation with [IMAGE]

Pet Partners for doing Pet Assisted Therapy work. We are very proud of Jazz. His sister Jive recently completed her Canine Good Citizen evaluation. Jazz is very proud of his sister as she is currently engaged in her own training for pet assisted therapy work. Following in her brothers paw prints.
Donna, Jive and CGC Instructor: Michelle

FOUR PAWS UP FOR THIS BOOK
Jazz gives four paws up this month to:
"Good Grief" Finding Peace After Pet Loss, author Sid Korpi. If you have ever lost a pet this book will be a helpful guide to help you truly say good-bye. Check out our review in "Bark for Books".

SPORTS FOR DOGS
Did you know there are over 40 listed sports for dogs in Wikipedia and there are most definitely many more in practice. Sports for dogs represent skills the dogs naturally posses. Dogs love to fetch, chase and run to mention a few of their talents. Agility is a sport I

introduced Jazz to when he was about 2 years old. He loved the obstacles and approached them all fearlessly. What I loved most about doing agility with Jazz (and Jive as well) is that we did it for fun and not competition. Almost all sports for dogs are based on competition. That is a wonderful option and both dog and handler are rewarded for their work and love of the sport. We enjoy sports for the fun and exercise. There are training programs that offer both options...competition and just for fun. Currently Jazz and [IMAGE]

Jive are doing the sport of Nosework and we do not plan on competing. This sport is one we can do in the home on rainy days and snowy days as well as outdoors. We love it! It is important to find a sport you and your dog will love doing. Since there are so many to choose from that shouldn't be a problem.

So why do a sport with your dog? There are many benefits. First of all it usually involves good physical and mental stimulation for your dog; a sport suited to your dogs breed (like water trials for the Portuguese Water Dog) allows you to meet other dog handlers and learn even more about your breed of dog. There are sports for all types of dogs like agility, rally, obedience, dock dogs, and many more. There are many training schools in the Twin City area and all over the US. One of the schools we currently are attending is: Active Dog Sports Training. They emphasis doing sports for fun as well as competition.

A sport gives your dog something to look forward to and something to excel at. Dogs need a purpose and something to anticipate in their life like we do. It builds the bond in your relationship with your dog. And most of all it should be FUN for both of you. I believe having fun with your dog is the most critical criteria of anything you do together. So now you can find a sport for your dog and the two of you can begin a new adventure together. Have Fun! Woofs & Smiles!

FURNITURE FOR DOGS AND CATS
Recently I have been looking for some pet furniture for my dogs. Some more attractive crates would be a nice touch to my home decor. I recently met and spoke with Jonas Zook Jr. who owns an Amish Pet Furniture business Pinnacle Woodcraft [IMAGE]

Jonas custom creates each piece of furniture. The selection is crates, feeders, bed ramps and even an enclosed litter box for cats and more. Going to the website will give you an opportunity to see samples of this fine Amish craftsmanship. Shipping is FREE for dog crates in the lower 48 states. He also has a monthly drawing to win a $100 gift certificate on facebook.
If your dog needs a crate upgrade you might find one that meets your needs at Pinnacle Woodcraft. Tell them Jazz and Jive sent you.

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