I’ve been tagged by Eva Mah

The rules of the “6 Random Things About Me Meme”:

1. Link to the person who tagged you.
2. Post the rules on your blog.
3. Write six random things about yourself. (See below)
4. Tag six people at the end of your post and link to them. (See further below…)
5. Let each person know they’ve been tagged and leave a comment on their blog.
6. Let the tagger know when your entry is up.

Six Thing about me?

Since this is a doggie blog let me think, it is said dogs & owners are much alike, well maybe it is true, when I think about our Chihuahua Quincy and myself…

So here we go!

1. Chihuahuas are small dogs and I am only 5.2ft.

2. Quincy is a kind little doggie, but don’t try to hurt his people, I am much the same, kind but don’t hurt my family or else!

3. Chihuahuas have a keen sense of hearing, I too have a sensitive hearing (above normal) some noises do hurt my ears

4. We both like to do short naps

5. Our color of hair, both dark hair with a bit of white or in my case gray

6. Quincy needs to know we love him, cuddles are a must for him to feel good, I am much the same.

The more I think about it, we really are  alike, no wonder why the Chihuahua is my favorite dog breed.

I got my first little Chihuahua puppy in 1981 and never wanted an other breed.

I tag  Debbie Nelsen, JMichael

One of the most commonly used dog training aids is the whistle. Historically, the whistle was used to train hunting herding dogs. The whistle creates the least noise and it sound reaches far compared to the human voice. Besides, when you are out there herding or hunting, shouting commands to your dog from a distance is not advisable. Note that the human voice is very scary to animals especially in the wild. On the other hand, the sound of the whistle often easily blends with the other sounds of the place thus it does not cause so many disturbances. Furthermore, the dog’s ear is more tuned to higher frequency sounds like that of a whistle. Since high frequency sounds travel a greater distance than the human voice, the whistle works well for dogs that are used for herding and hunting.

In our modern times, many handlers prefer the whistle as part of their dog training aids to avoid dog health problems. The use of the whistles as dog training aids is no longer limited to those dogs that are used for hunting and herding. Many pet owners prefer to use the whistle to call their pets or to issue commands from a distance.

Training Your Dog With The Help Of A Whistle

Using whistles as dog training aids require skills and knowledge on your part. If you have no idea how to use the whistle as part of your dog training aids, it is best to ask an expert to help you. You can’t just simply use a whistle randomly as part of your dog training aids. Always remember that you dog need to be able to understand what the tone of the whistle means in order for it to follow accordingly. Dog trainers have developed some standard whistle commands over time. For instance, a whistle command to sit can be issued by one long whistle blast together with a raised hand open hand. On the other hand, if you want to direct the attention of the dog, you can make two short whistle blasts and point the new direction with your hand.

On the other hand, different types of whistles may be used for different commands. Dogs can be trained to respond to different sounds and pitches of the whistle to avoid Dog Injury. However, these rules on how to use the whistle as part of your dog training aids are not absolute. You can always improvise when dealing with your dog so do not limit yourself to whistle commands that others have set.

Votoy Silent Dog Whistle
Price: $9.29

This large brass dog whistle makes for a great training aid. Comes with a teather chain and has adjustable pitch to fit your dogs hearing.

What kind of treats suit your pet best? It may depend on quite a few things, including your pet’s activity level and age, their dental health or other health issues, and of course, what type and flavor of treats your furry friend prefers!

Senior pets may need softer treats to go easy on their teeth. If your pet’s teeth are in good shape and especially for young pets that may be teething, it’s good to offer chewy treats - especially bully sticks and other chew treats, or bones to help keep teeth clean. Dental treats can also help with this.

Older pets with slower metabolism or overweight pets may also enjoy chewy treats that satisfy without adding a lot to their daily calorie intake. These long lasting chew treats can keep your pet amused for a long time - another plus if you need to keep your companion busy for a while.

Small treats, or treats that break apart easily are great for pets that need to have calories kept in check. Small treats are also great for training, since they help pets focus on the task and won’t fill them up so that they lose interest in the lesson.

Most pets appreciate variety, so mix it up with different types of treats to keep them interested. Also, as it is with foods, rotating the protein sources and ingredients in treats can help prevent food sensitivities from developing.

We’ve got treats with a wide range of natural ingredients like:

A Dog’s Life Natural Hand-Baked Treats Peanut Butter & Honey
Price: $7.99
Super-nutritious treats made with only the finest all natural and organic ingredients. They’re also 100% wheat and corn free.

Cheese Please 100% Natural Cheese Treats for Dogs 3-Pack
Price: $13.49
Mini-crunchy nuggets of cheese baked only with 100% real Wisconsin cheese. No wheat in these doggie treats that make an awesome human snack too!

Durango 95’s All Natural Dog Treats Beef
Price: $4.89
Durango 95’s are made of 95% real meat. Available in Beef, Lamb, and Chicken in stay-fresh resealable 4 oz bags.

California Natural HealthBars Natural Dog Treats Small 4 lb. Bag
Price: $13.49
Baked using human grade ingredients for dogs who cannot tolerate typical pet food ingredients. Made with 100% lamb meal.