A quick and cheap gift, just may be your DOG!

We all know that there are people out there that are not honest and trustworthy and might just be panicked and need a quick gift for the season.. so you assume they will run out to the store.. right? WRONG.. your dog might be their gift to someone else.


Dognapping is on the rise according to the American Kennel Club especially in these hard economical times. Pet theft has risen 30% in the past couple of years. It is so sad to think that your best buddy could end up in the hands of someone else.

There are obviously many safety tips for your dogs, but we often miss the most obvious ways to keep our pet safe:

• Don't leave your dog unattended. Never leave your dog outside a store or a food establishment while you just "run in". Leave your dog at home.
• Don't leave your dog outside for extended periods of time
• Make sure you have a lock on your backyard gate so intruders cannot come in and get Fido
• Have your pet microchipped to ensure his safety
• Keep your dog on a leash when taking your walks. Your dog can get distracted and run off and that may be the last you see of him.
• Think about the AKC's Lost Pet Alert if your pet is stolen or missing. This service works like an Amber Alert for pets and sends out an e-mail notification to veterinarians, shelters and animal control agencies within a 50-mile radius.

We take care of our children, why not take care of our pets by taking extra precautions. Fore more information you can visit The Good Morning America site and see their new story.

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We are just a click away from saving a dog!

With all of using Facebook and Twitter these days, it is important we get the word out about organizations and or companies that are important.

Obviously with 19,000 plus fans on Facebook it is apparent that Dogtime has done a great job at getting the word out about Save a Dog. Dogtime's mission is to keep dogs out of shelters and in good homes by having resources available for pet owners and people thinking about getting a pet.

If you are a dog lover and feel the need to share and support animal rescue efforts, give dogs homes and out or shelters, you need to become a fan of Save a Dog on Facebook.

There are many things to do to help out this great new venture, look at dogs and offer to foster, send the link to your friends and they might foster a dog too, and then .. the world becomes a better place for dogs. The more the word is spread, the better these dogs will have at a wonderful life. By fostering and sending to your pals, you will score points that help with food for dogs in shelters.

For every 2,500 points our users score, Dogtime donates the financial equivalent of a cup of food to RescueGroups.org, a non-profit organization. The more points you earn, the more dogs you help save!

It is so easy to help out and who doesn't love animals and want to help, especially this time of the season?... so add Save a Dog on Facebook and start feeling good about helping out a homeless dog. Join the 19,000 today!

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Throw a Party with Pet Party Printz!

New, at Posh Puppy Boutique Pet Party Printz!!!

Pet Party Printz is a fun new pet gift wrap that is one-of-a-kind! This wrapping paper is pet friendly and allows your pet to receive a wrapped gift and enjoy the excitement of opening it without worries!

Also, introducing the Rip’n’Stick edge technology - it makes a safer product for pets, and a more efficient and environmentally friendly way to wrap your pet gifts.  What a neat way to wrap your gift and so easy! This new pet friendly wrapping paper is exactly what you need to help celebrate the holiday season with your pet. This wrapping paper is made of non-toxic material and soy based and better yet, Made in the USA!

So.... no worries, no tape, pet friendly ... now all you need is the gift! Check out the new arrivals at Posh Puppy Boutique and order the Pet Party Printz make the furry ones complete!

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Keep the turkey away from your little turkey!

Oh... the smell of the turkey, pumpkin pie and that stuffing, all waiting for your consumption on Thanksgiving day... absolutely mouth watering... for us and for your furry little follower!

This Thanksgiving, keep it drama free and make sure you take precautions to keep all safe, including your little "turkey". The day sometimes gets so busy and we are exhausted when it is all over we can make small little mistakes that could be deadly to our pets. Be smart this year and follow some basic steps to ensure safety!

Safety tips at Thanksgiving:

• Don't feed your pet leftovers or give them little "samples" of what your whipping up. Dogs can get sick on high fat foods, and can develop Pancreatitis. This isn't a easy thing for your dog to get over.
• Watch the bones! I know we all think it is ok to give your dog the bones to chew on, but the truth is, they can break and splinter causing major internal damage to your pet.
• No chocolate! Chocolate contains Xanthine, a compound called theobromine. Chocolate can be fatal to your dog, so watch the pies and candy bowls!
• Bloating, not a fun thing to feel... Just like humans, dogs can get bloated, but the difference is, Bloat is a deadly condition that gives you a very limited amount of time to respond. Don't feed your dog when he is excited or there are alot of people still around, they tend to "gulp" down their food causing major stomach problems and there is no Alka Seltzer for them.

All in all, be smart on Thanksgiving and keep your pets save and just be thankful we have them around.

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SPIT out that gum!

You wouldn’t think that chewing gum could hurt your dog, but this SPOOKY season, BEWARE cause it can! When your kids are unloading their Halloween treats make sure you keep your doggie away from the candy and especially the gum, especially the sugar free gum!

The Xylitol in sugarless gum can be toxic, and can cause liver failure in your dog. According to the Animal Poison Control Center, last year they managed over 170 sick pets after eating products containing Xylitol.

Items that contain Xylitol are:

• sugarless chewing gum
• sugarless candy
• mouthwashes and other oral care products
• oral pharmaceuticals, such as certain types of vitamin supplements
• sweeteners packaged for use in the kitchen

Xylitol is a sugar-alcohol sweetener found in sugar-free human food products such as chewing gum, candy, baked goods as well as other products. Dogs that ingest certain items with Xylitol can develop a sudden drop in blood sugar, which can cause weakness, lethargy, loss of coordination, collapse and seizures. Not what any pet owner wants to go through.

If you find that your pet has eaten candy or gum and you are unsure what the active ingredients are, call your local Poison Control Center or vet immediately. Symptoms can occur in 15-30 minutes after ingesting the product.

Don't take this litely it CAN happen. According to Snopes this is a true and correct warning. For a list of other products that can hurt your pet check with your vet or search the internet.

So, keep purses, treat bags, and candy out of the reach of our furry little friends and it will keep you and your best friend out of the Animal ER!

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Don't forget a costume for your Halloweenie!

While getting ready to carve your pumpkins and get out your scarecrows, don’t forget to shop early for Halloween costumes for you kiddo AND your pet!~ Yes, I said your PET!

Pet costumes are a BIG thing these days. Doesn’t matter if you have a small, short, big or dumpy dog, there are costumes and outfits for each one. There are also many sizes as well. Maybe you have a large dog, or a super petite baby, whatever.. they have it!

We always know what our kids want to be for Halloween as they start to tell us months early however since our dogs cannot express what they want to be; we must go with their personality.

Maybe your dog is rough and would like to be a biker , or soft and sweet and could be a fairy princess. Maybe he is short and squatty like mine and wants to be a hot dog, or a little grumpy and would like to be a witch. Whatever your dogs “mood” or “demeanor” there is a dog costume for yours!!!

All outfits are pet friendly to fit well, allow mobility and very affordable. Buster may or may not really want to dress up but hey… what’s one more complaining? Isn’t that what parents are for?

So, don’t forget your “man’s best friend” and the one that is “always there for you”. Get an outfit, or toy or even just a neck scrunchy for your dog but please don’t leave him out.

Posh Puppy has the latest Pet Halloween costumes and in order to get in time, order early!

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