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Author: Trina Messano

Oct 19 2014

Animal Inspired Reading List

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Fun with Doggie Cakes

I have decided I need to start actually reading book, off  I went to the local bookstore and found a few to start with. 1. Rescuing Sprite by Mark R. Levin – A memoir of a Spaniel-mix adopted by the Levin family. 2. Homer’s Odyssey by Gwen Cooper – The life story of Homer the cat, the eyeless cat. 3. Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk by David Sedaris – A collection of animal based fables / stories. Non-Animal Related 4. Mommy Millionaire by Kim Lavine – How she turned her kitchen table idea into a million dollars. Something I was told I need to read. 5.  Eureka! by Marlene Wagman-Gellar – The stories behind the ideas that shaped the world. 6.  Walt Disney an American Original by Bob Thomas – The biography...

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Oct 17 2014

5 Tips to Help Settle your Dog’s Upset Tummy

by Trina Messano
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in Life with Dogs, Pet Health Care

You know that it is bound to happen sooner or later, your doggie kid will get an upset stomach. It usually only last for a short amount of time, but as parents you want to help ease their tummy. Here are 5 easy tips Fast your dog. Remove their food bowl and limit their access to food. Let their stomach settle. This does not mean starve, but if the are vomiting everything you give them, give them a chance to rest. If they can not hold any food past 12 hours, consult your veterinarian. Try some plain boiled rice and chicken, no spices...

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Oct 10 2014

10 Cancer Warning Signs in Your Pet

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Life with Dogs, Pet Health Care

Cancer is the leading cause of death in cats and dogs. Early detection and treatment can increase their chance for survival. Ten possible warning signs include: Lumps and Bumps – Not every lump is cancerous. It you notice a lump consult with your veterinarian. Monitor it for changes in size and color, you and your veterinarian can determine if a biopsy should be performed. Abnormal Odors – Certain cancers, such as mouth, nose, and colon can produce foul and unusual odors. Abnormal Discharges – Blood, pus,and prolonged vomit or diarrhea need to be check out by your veterinarian. Wounds that Don’t Heal – Any wound that will not heal...

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Oct 05 2014

A Few Tips for New Dog Owners

by Trina Messano
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in Life with Dogs

Teach your puppy manners right from the beginning – Dogs will be dogs and puppies will act like puppies. You have to use positive reinforcement. Start with basic commands, get some help enroll in an obedience class or hire a trainer. Learn about good dog nutrition – Feed your dog a high quality food. Do some research and understand what is in the food and where it is made. Like humans, put bad and bad health will result. Keep up on regular veterinarian appointments – Have your dog checked out by a vet as soon as they join the family, and then follow your veterinarian’s...

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Apr 27 2013

National Hairball Awareness Day

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Holidays, Life with Cats

  If you are a cat owner you don’t need any more awareness about hairballs.  I know I have seen more than I care to.  We all assume that hairballs are a natural part of being a cat.  Well, yes and no.  A cat does ingest its fur while grooming itself.  A hairball is a result of to much fur being swallowed.  Ingesting to much fur can cause medical issues, like constipation.     Regular grooming will help prevent hairballs. Get on a schedule for a brushing session with your kitty.  Take advantage of this time with your fur baby, and bond over a...

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Apr 23 2013

The Tradition of the Pet Blessing

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Fun with Doggie Cakes

This past Saturday, Doggie Cakes had the opportunity to attend a pet blessing at the Unity Truth Center.  I have never been to one and found the experience to be interesting. (Jason has attended several). I began to wonder where this tradition began. To the internet I went for some research….   It seems that the tradition grew out of the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi.  I could not find a date for when the first one might have occurred. They    are normally held in October. This celebration evolved into honoring our beloved animal companions.  St. Francis is the patron...

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Aug 31 2012

September is National Chicken Month

by Trina Messano
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in Fun with Doggie Cakes

For over two decades, the National Chicken Council has banded together all of the major chicken producers in the U.S. to promote chicken sales in September.  I says lets celebrate the chicken just for being an amazing animal. There are over 175 breeds of chicken.  I think they are beautiful, so take a minute and admire some of this photos I took of some inspiring hens and rosters. ...

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Aug 27 2012

Book Review of “Rescuing Sprite” by Mark R. Levin

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Fun with Doggie Cakes, Life with Dogs

At the beginning of  the summer I had selected a few books to read.  I have only finished one, so far.  Rescuing Sprite, A Dog Lover’s Story of Joy and Anguish, by Mark R. Levin.  I know that this was going to be a sad story, however I did not know what would soon happen in my life after I began reading it. After a few characters in, our family lost are beautiful Luna after 15 years.  So, I like the author was grieving.  Every time I pick it up to read I had to put it down knowing that the ending was to close to my own...

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Aug 22 2012

Happy Elephant Appreciation Day – Aug 22th

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Holidays

The obscure holiday was created in 1996 by a Sarasota, Fla., businessman who liked elephants.  The Holiday is meant to honor, and enjoy this wondrous animal, while bring awareness to their dwelling numbers. Elephant populations in Africa and Asia have fallen by roughly 85 percent and 65 percent, respectively, since the turn of the 20th century, according to the conservation group Defenders of Wildlife.  Lets not forget that their get threat is man, pouching them for their ivory.What a beautiful creature, I am amazed every time I see one. ...

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Aug 21 2012

Meet GiGi Nibbler

by Trina Messano
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in Fun with Doggie Cakes, Meet the Doggie Cakes Family

GiGi Nibbler was born July 12, 2007 to a fawn pug and a tuxedo Boston terrier.  In the designer dog world she is know as a Bug, to our family she is known as monkey face. She is full of energy and is either in play mode or asleep.  Every toy is her favorite as along as you are playing. She loves all people, but has a fear of dogs taller then her, which makes thing tough for her.  At the house she is in charge of telling her brothers and sisters to be quite, of course she does this by barking at them. ...

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Aug 20 2012

Make your Own Doggie Peanut Butter

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Fun with Doggie Cakes, Tasty Treats and Food for Pets

For the last few years Doggie Cakes has been making its own peanut butter to bake into our treats.  I wanted there to be not extra added salts, sugars and all things we can’t pronounce.  The taste is scrumptious, you might never buy peanut butter again. Ingredients3 cups Raw Unsalted Peanuts1/8 cup Peanut Oil (Optional)Honey or Cinnamon (to Taste) 1.  Roast the peanuts without any seasoning, in 350 degree oven for about 20 mins.  Keep an eye on them, you don’t want them to burn.2.  Let peanuts cool if you have roasted them. 3. Shuck the peanuts 4.  Place all 3 cups of peanuts into a...

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Aug 14 2012

Dog Days of Summer – Keep your Dog Cool

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Life with Dogs, Pet Health Care

August is know as the “Dog days of Summer”.  Don’t forget your fur keeps need your help in keeping cool. Keep water ready available for your pets.  Make sure there water bowls are full and easily accessible.  Try adding ice cubes to outside bowls to keep them cooler longer. Take walks during cooler hours.  If you have to go out during the peak heat time, take a shorter walk. Move playtime to the shade and take lots of breaks to cool down. Go for a swim. ...

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Aug 01 2012

Does your Dog get a New Do for the Summer?

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Life with Dogs, Pet Health Care

This summer has brought a lot of hot, scorching days.  Many of us wanting to be good doggie parents will get our long haired fur kid a a short cut. I know that we would not be happy in a fur coat on a 90 degree day, but a dog’s coat is their insulation from the sun. Dog’s fur have several layers, each layer working as a system to help you dog from overheating.  Their fur also protects from sunburn. Trim your long haired dogs fur, but try to stay clear of the buzz cut. ...

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Jul 28 2012

Dogs get Sunburn, Too

by Trina Messano
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in Pet Health Care

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Jul 27 2012

The Growing Waistlines of Our Pets

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Pet Health Care

Like many Americans, many of our pets have an expanding waistline.  A survey conducted by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) show some scary statics.  54% of the nation’s pets are overweight or obese.  This equals 93 million pets.  Crazy as that is, apparently we not notice our pets unhealthy weight.  22% of dog owners and 15% of cat owners think their pet is normal weight, while a veterinarian would classify their pet as overweight. These overweight pets are developing more and more health problems, including osteoarthritis, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, breathing problems, kidney disease ans shortened life spans. It is our responsible to take care of...

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Jul 25 2012

Can Dogs Eat Fruit?

by Trina Messano
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in Doggie Cakes, Life with Dogs, Pet Health Care

Like most things in your dogs diet, everything has exceptions.  Most fruits are fine, but should only be given as treats and in moderation.  Remember what happens to your stomach, if you eat too much fruit? The same goes for your dog. There are a fine fruits that should never be fed to your four-legged friends.  Grapes and raisins are the ones, most know about.  Even a small amount can cause you dog or cat kidney failure.  Signs to look for if your pet is having a reaction to eating grapes, is repeated vomiting and being lethargic. The tomato is OK for your dog, however if you like...

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