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Stop in or contact us to order a doggie cake for pick-up in the store. (We need three business days to bake and decorate a cake). We also have pet-ID tags and lots more items to see and purchase in the store, so come by Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Life with Dogs

Meet Cosmo Kramer

It is hard to believe that it has been almost 12 years since Cosmo Kramer came into our lives. He was tiny but full of mouth.  Oh yes, he has always had a lot to say and never been afraid to tell you what is on his mind.  He was not your usual Mini Pinscher.  Never one to play with toys or go for a good run, Cosmo prefers to cuddle up on the coach under a cozy blanket, of course a good butt scratch is always appreciated.    Ever since he was young he has been a foodie.  Always willing to try...

New Guidelines for Pet CPR

Science blog reported new guidelines for pet CPR that every fur family should be aware of. Recommended Practices: Perform 100-120 chest compressions per minute of one-third to one-half of the chest width, with the animal lying on its side. Ventilate intubated dogs and cats at a rate of 10 breaths per minute, or at a compression to ventilation ratio of 30 to 2 for mouth-to-snout ventilation. Perform CPR in 2-minute cycles, switching the “compressor” each cycle. Administer vasopressors every 3–5 minutes during CPR. Chest compression techniques for medium, large, and giant breed dogs. (A) For most dogs, it is reasonable to do chest compressions over the...

Can All Dogs Swim?

Most dogs will naturally start paddling when in water.  However, this does not mean they can stay afloat, are good at it or like it.  When growing up our family dog loved going into the water.  He would walk out into the lake and walk and walk until the water was over his head.  We had to stop bring him to the lake because he never could understood when to start paddling.  There are always exceptions to natural instinct. Typically dog’s who struggle with swimming have a large heavy chest in comparison to their hindquarters, often have a short muzzle and short legs.  For example a bulldog...

How Hot is Your Car?

An enclosed car heats up quicker then you would think. According to a study by San Francisco State University the interior of your car can be 40 degrees higher then the outside temperature. For example if it is 80°Foutside the temperature in a car raises to 99°F in just 10 minutes, and to 109°F in 20 minutes. Even leaving the window open a crack only helps by a few degrees. A dog’s normal body temperature is between 101 to 102.5.  Placed into a car on a hot day, after a short time the dog could suffer nerve damage, heart problems, liver damage, brain damage, or death. Maybe, your...

National Dog Bite Prevention Week – May 20th – 26th

This week is National Dog Bite Prevention Week.  It is very important to help educate not only dog owners but non dog owners on how to prevent a dog bite.   An average of 45 million people are bitten by dogs a year.  800,000 Americans receive medical attention for those bites.  There are a number of things we can do to help lower these numbers. 1. Properly training your dog goes a long way.  Making sure your pet can understand and complete basic commands, like sit, stay and come. 2. Socializing your pet is important to enable them to feel comfortable in different...

Earth Day and your pets Carbon Paw Print

Tomorrow many us will be taking part in the 42nd Annual Earth Day.  I remember learning about the environment and the effect we all have on it.  For years, I have tried to change small habits in my daily life to become more green and reduce my own carbon foot print.  What about my pets?   There must be better choices I could be making to have greener pets.  After some research, I found a few simple things I could do. Use biodegradable poop bags. Spay and neuter to reduce the overpopulation Making your own dog food from locally grown or organic vegetables.  This eliminates...

Senior to Senior Program

At the Pawfest event here in Largo, FL we meet a wonderful lady named Fran.  She volunteers with the Pinellas County Animal Services for a program called Senior-to-Senior. Tragically as the shelters  fill  during these years of economic hardship, the number of senior pets has also increased.  They are relinquished due to ill health, incontinence, other age-related issues, lack of funds, or the owner passing away.  These older pets are very likely to remain in the shelter for the remainder of their life or be euthanized to make room for more adoptable animals. This great program is trying to help these loving pets enjoy their remaining life in a happy home....

Pet ID Week 4/15/12 – 4/20/12

Did you know there was a Pet ID week?  Lets take advantage of it and learn why your pet should have some kind of  identification. The best chance of having your pet returned safe and sound is through their ID.  One out of three pets get lost at some point in their life. Sadly 90% of pets without current ID are never returned to their families.  There a few different types to chose from. 1.  Dog Tag – They are usually plastic or metal with your pet’s name and your contact information.  I recommend using your cell phone number.  Think about it. ...

3rd Annual Orange Lake Dog Picnic – Founders Day Weekend – New Port Richey, FL

Doggie Cakes – Dog Bakery and Boutique is hosting the 3rd Annual Orange Lake Dog Picnic on Sunday, September 27th, 2009 from 11 am – 3 pm. This event is a component of Greater New Port Richey Main Street’s Founders Day weekend – a three-day event. All friendly dogs, their families and friends are welcome. – See you there. (Download the Flyer) (Official Event Web Page) REGISTRATION FEE $5.00 – (Lunch for one person and their dogs*)Additional people – $3.00 – Rain or shine. No Refunds. No Rain Dates All fees will be given to the SPCA Suncoast, including optional raffle money. Many prizes are available....

Doggie Cakes – Part of Taste of New Port Richey – Saturday, September 19 , 2009

Doggie Cakes – Dog Bakery and Boutique – from Main Street in New Port Richey was invited by Fifth Third Bank to be a part of their Taste of New Port Richey event on Saturday, September 19th. That makes it dog friendly also as we will have free samples and will be selling our own brand of treats. We look forward to meeting the local restaurants and seeing what they bring out for humans. We appreciate being a part of this event. For more info about the host, or the event contact Amanda White – Amanda.White@53.com or Wyndi Daycock, of Fifth Third Bank by phone. Fifth...