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One of my clients called me today in tears all the hours she spent planting her garden was destroyed in a hour when her Golden retriever puppy thought it was a playground made for her. Sharing your home with a dog or cat means sharing your backyard. Most yards are not designed to prevent pet problems. It can be avoided with planing made easy. 1. Fencing Factors: Fencing to keep pets in as well as out. 2. Grass can take a beating from dogs that run the fence line or used as a potty area. Growing Bermuda,St Ausgtine or zoysia grow by sending out runners,so bare spots fill themselves in. *Use bark or decomposed granite around shrubs or trees-never cocoa mulch, which is toxic to dogs if ingested.

3. Choose trees and shrubs for shade and color,and flowers to attract bees and butterflies-but keep our dog in mind "most plants can be irritants to dog and cat such as sago palm,foxglove and oleander,can be deadly. Check the list with ASPCA"S toxic plant list (aspca.org/pet-care/poison-control). A designated potty area made from a porous,synthetic lawn material will let urine drain into the soil while making poop scooping easier. For odor control,hose the turf as needed,or spray it with an organic enzyme cleaner designed for use with dogs. Something more natural cedar chips it will reduce urine odors.

4. FUN ACTIVITIES FOR ALL A dog's boredom can destroy yard. Create interesting things for the dog to do as you would for a toddler safety included.A digging pit in a cool location is simple as a covered toddler pool you can purchase at toy store or have one made filled with sand and hidden toys. A baby pool full of water. A agility course with tunnels that can sit on artificial turf. Fertilize plants with bone meal. For dogs that love to herd,try a soccer ball and net.Creating a animal - friendly landscape is fun and creates innovative thinking. Have fun and make your pet smile.

Wednesday, August 25, 2010 - CPR
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - Switching to Adult Food from Puppy Food
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - Switching to Adult Food from Puppy Food
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - Achieving Balance   TRAINING TIP
Tuesday, August 10, 2010 - Why does your dog bury treats or toys?
Thursday, June 10, 2010 - Dog Agility   TRAINING TIP
Thursday, June 10, 2010 - Spin   TRICK TIP
Thursday, June 10, 2010 - How To Stop Separation Anxiety In Dogs   TRAINING TIP
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 - Dog Insurance
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 - Teaching Dog Tricks   TRICK TIP
Wednesday, June 9, 2010 - Let's Go Leash walking   TRAINING TIP
Friday, May 28, 2010 - Go Natural
Friday, May 28, 2010 - Go Natural
Monday, May 24, 2010 - The Perfect Garden Dog   TRAINING TIP
Monday, May 24, 2010 - The Perfect Garden Dog   TRAINING TIP
Monday, May 24, 2010 - Go Natural
Monday, May 24, 2010 - Go Natural
Thursday, March 25, 2010 - Recall Outside   TRAINING TIP
Thursday, March 25, 2010 - Herbs for Arthritis
Friday, February 26, 2010 - Meat Eater
Monday, February 8, 2010 - It is cold out side so spice up your pets diet.
Monday, December 21, 2009 - HAPPY HOLIDAYS
Friday, August 21, 2009 - Teaching the whistle for a recall   TRAINING TIP
Thursday, August 20, 2009 - Events and Pets eating poop and anal glands health.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 - Socialization worksheet   TRAINING TIP
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 - We are currently seeking Volunteers
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 - Drop it   TRICK TIP
Tuesday, March 24, 2009 - An unusual new sight for a new puppy   TRAINING TIP
Monday, March 23, 2009 - HELP volunteers/foster or tax right off
Wednesday, February 4, 2009 - Teach your dog to shake hands.   TRICK TIP
Monday, February 2, 2009 - Teach the dog to come.   TRAINING TIP
Wednesday, January 21, 2009 - Pet Owners Beware
Friday, December 19, 2008 - Shake hands   TRICK TIP
Thursday, December 18, 2008 - Through the k-9 eyes   TRAINING TIP
Thursday, December 4, 2008 - Thinking of buying a new dog for Christmas?
Tuesday, October 14, 2008 - Jumping Up   TRAINING TIP
Monday, October 13, 2008 - Prevent Halloween Havoc
Friday, August 29, 2008 - Submissive Urination   TRAINING TIP
Friday, August 28, 2008 - October 25th : Saturday Mcnallys & Sanors Dog fest 1st.
Tuesday, July 9, 2008 - A. Guarding behaviors   TRAINING TIP
Tuesday, July 8, 2008 - All dog Food i not created equal
Friday, June 6, 2008 - Summer and heat and other prevention tips
Monday, April 21, 2008 - Spring is in the air so please beware: Things you did not know could harm your pet.
Friday, March 7, 2008 - Spring is coming I promise & so are the fleas

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