Raw n' Easy Dog Food

01/02/2023

A Monday funny for you

12/30/2022

Important information about your puppy's water bowl

Learn why water may be the most overlooked cause of diarrhea and soft stools in dogs... and what you can do to fix it.

12/29/2022

This is a really good training site. Something new to learn always.

12/24/2022

This was George Carlin years ago, things don't change

11/08/2022

FYI Phil

The Alaskan Klee Kai is a small-sized companion dog resembling the larger Alaskan Malamute and Siberian Husky.

09/07/2022

All you can eat Ribs at Cdn Montana's Rest. Until Sept. 12th
Mmmmmm got to do it.

09/06/2022

09/22/2021

Check everything you bring into your home that is labeled as fragrance. As you can see by this disturbing article.

🍂🎃Tis the season for pumpkin spice…
(or acrolein, formaldehyde, and acetaldehyde)

Those amazing autumn candles don’t just fill our homes with the aroma of cinnamon, vanilla bean and pumpkin spice, they can also fill our home with a long list of chemicals🧪 that are NOT listed on the labels. According to federal law in the United States, the components of any substance labeled as “fragrance” do not need to be disclosed to the EPA, FDA, or any regulatory agency.

To avoid these chemicals getting in and on your pets, do not buy products that list “fragrance” on the label.

Looking for more science-based tips like this to help protect your pet? Check out The Forever Dog: foreverdog.com

07/19/2021

My buddy and I are now taking matters into my own hands

07/19/2021

In March my work building burnt down with equipment etc. Most frustrating part insurance came through with no issues but I can't get a contractor to do the work.

02/16/2021

Just reading on another FB book page about the difficulty finding a reasonable cost for Pet Cremation especially due to Covid & most SPCA’s shut. Many people experiencing frustration & unexpectedly high cost. If you have an older pet it is heartbreaking but you need to have a plan. Quite a number of people recommended this place.

03/16/2020

https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/care/bee-products-have-a-special-meaning-for-dogs/ The health benefits of honey for our dogs is amazing. If your dog suffers from allergies & many other conditions consider getting local honey to enhance your dogs health.

Whole Dog Journal contributor CJ Puotinen explains how honey and other bee products can improve dogs' health problems, including allergies and arthritis.

02/26/2020

A comprehensive guide to probiotics, The who what why when and where of probiotics. https://www.dogsnaturallymagazine.com/6-best-probiotics-for-dogs/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=organic&fbclid=IwAR3KFlFKE1vZZYFZPBBsgK1vgCPqXZ8vy07wdyDQk1oJZRETt5LuNHNaTwo

Did you know every probiotic has a different job and some can even cause harm? Here's how probiotics can boost your dog's health (and when to avoid them).

01/28/2020

TRAINING TIP TUESDAY: Premack It! The Premack Principle states that high-probability behaviors (those performed frequently under conditions of free choice) can be used to reinforce low-probability behaviors.

Whaaaat??? Don't worry, you've not only seen it, you've experienced it. When you were a child, your mom probably said, "If you eat your peas, then you can watch The Muppet Show" (yep, I'm that old).

If you do something I want, I will give you access to something you want. In the case of dog training, those are things your dog would probably do anyway, like chase the squirrels in the backyard or run up to greet visitors.

With a few environmental controls, we can withhold access to those things just long enough to use them as rewards for good behavior.

Here's an example: My dog, Parker, is a squirrel chaser. A really, really, enthusiastic squirrel chaser. When he was younger, it was almost impossible to get or keep his attention when he saw a squirrel. Now, our yard is full of squirrels. I have to let him in the yard to relieve himself and, once there, he will chase the squirrels (high probability behavior).

Since my fabulous thumbs make me the only one who can unlock and open the sliding door, I have total control over Parker's access to the backyard and, as such, access to the squirrels.

What behavior do I want more of in the presence of squirrels? I want Parker to look at me. Because looking at me is incompatible with pulling on a leash or running after a squirrel. He can't do both at the same time.

So, it goes like this: Parker sees a squirrel through the window. He runs to the slider and gives me his "HURRY!" bark. I walk to the door, to find him staring intently at his intended prey. I wait. Silently. Patiently. I have all the time in the world. Parker's the only one in a rush. He sits, but still staring at the squirrel. When he finally looks up at me I mark with a "yes" and open the door.

I just "Premacked" the attentive behavior with access to the squirrels.

Now, use the simple formula below. What does your dog want? What behavior do you want? Fill in the blanks.

Remember, anything your dog wants at any given moment can be a reward. So if your dog sees Aunt Suzie and starts pulling on the leash, and whining hysterically in his excitement, and you let him drag you all the way up to Suzie, what have you just rewarded? On the other hand, if you practice your previous training, take a few steps away from Suzie when your dog pulls, and move closer only if your dog is not pulling on the leash, you will be using access to Suzie as a reward for good leash manners.

Positive reinforcement isn't just about food. It's about smart use of available reinforcers. Use them wisely!

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01/25/2020

Hearing Coyotes at night?

01/25/2020

Finally recognition of the dire consequences of herbicides, fungicides and pesticides. https://www.hemopet.org/glyphosate-your-companion-pets/

The herbicide, glyphosate (RoundUp™) is a potential cause of non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Is the health of your companion pets impacted by glyphosate?

01/16/2020

Here is an amazing resource for training any dog using positive reinforcement methods. http://careforreactivedogs.com/start-here/

How To Use This Website The Care for Reactive dogs website describes a 3-phase plan, with each section building on the ones preceding. It is strongly recommended that, in order to achieve positive emotional and behavioral change, you follow the plan exactly. Start here and familiarize yourself with....

01/10/2020

A really well done Dog behaviour video. https://youtu.be/-hsOlJwMwps