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and anyone that loves any big dog breed.Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-77049069259882570332010-10-21T02:38:00.001-07:002010-10-21T02:38:40.654-07:00Saint Bernard Dog: The Great Rescuer Barry<h1>Saint Bernard Dog: The Great Rescuer Barry</h1> <p><strong>By: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/ashish-jain/5806" title="Ashish Jain's Articles">Ashish Jain</a></strong><p> <p>Dogs are great rescuers. We all know that, but some of them are better at the job than others. What could be nobler than saving lives. Barry, who lived and made history between 1800 and 1814, was one of the greatest rescue dogs the world has ever seen. Barry was a Saint Bernard dog who earned worldwide fame for the brave rescue operations he carried out during his lifetime. His painting by Salvatore Rosa still hangs in a hospice in the Alps of Switzerland.<br />
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Saint Benard dogs have such a keen sense of smell that they can smell out people burried deep in the snow. Barry, like other Saint Bernard dogs, was trained by the monks to rescue lost travelers in the Alps. The Bernards, on finding a man to be recued, lie on top of the person and start licking his face to wake him up. Simultaneously they bark out aloud calling the monks for assistance, hearing which the monks would come with a stretcher and warm blankets to keep the person warm. The fellow is then taken to the monastry and is served warm tea and food.<br />
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Barry was an expert rescue dog well versed with the rescue drill and amongst his famous rescue adventures there is this famous story about a young boy who was found stranded on an icy ledge, all covered with thick snow under an ongoing, heavy snowfall. It was not possible for any man to climb that icy ledge, but Barry braving all adversity crawled inch by inch to the injured boy. As the drill has it, Barry started licking the boy's face but the snowfall was too heavy and the ledge too difficult to climb for any monk to reach the boy. So, there was no help coming. The boy, however, woke up due to Barry's warm licks and wrapped his arms around Barry's strong neck. The dog pulled him carefully and bravely from the ledge and brought him to safety.<br />
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It is just one of the many gallant rescue stories of this great rescuer Saint Bernard. He lived from 1800 to 1814 and saved more than 40 lives in his lifetime.</p> <p><strong>About the Author</strong></p> <p><p>To get more information on pet dogs, dog breeds and dog training and care visit <a href="http://www.thepetdogs.com/" title="http://www.thepetdogs.com/">http://www.thepetdogs.com/</a></p><br />
</p><p class="tracker">(ArticlesBase SC #71279)</p> <p>Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">http://www.articlesbase.com/</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/automotive-articles/saint-bernard-dog-the-great-rescuer-barry-71279.html" title="Saint Bernard Dog: The Great Rescuer Barry">Saint Bernard Dog: The Great Rescuer Barry</a></p>Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-38240899061534105312010-06-11T14:01:00.001-07:002010-06-11T14:01:40.722-07:00<h3>All About the Saint Bernard</h3><br />
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There are several different breeds of dogs available for one to add to their family. The important things you should know about any dog is the care, health, training, and characteristics of the dog you wish to add. Some dogs are friendlier towards younger children, and others should not be near children at all. The Saint Bernard is one of the friendliest dogs in the category. Despite their size, muscles, and powerful body they are good natured and highly intelligent.<br />
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First you will find a Saint Bernard grows to be 120 to 200 pounds depending on the sex. The males are 27 inches in height and the females are about 25 inches. They have a longer face than most dogs and appear rather gruff. They can be white with red, red or brindle with white, or tan with dark ears and white. Most usually they have white on the chest, feet, tail, nose, and collar. Their eyes are in a darker pattern of fur. They have a smooth coat and short hair; however some of their breed can have rough, long hair. You will find yourself cleaning up after them if you neglect the grooming portion of dog care, as they are heavy shedders.<br />
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You will be surprise to learn that their breed has been around for several thousand years. They are extremely popular as rescue dogs, workers, and companions. Even though they are a gentle bred the Saint Bernard tends to be careful and great at sensing danger. You may think the St. Bernard always looks sad, but really they are very happy, especially when they are apart of a good home. You will find that any children are welcome with their temperament. With their gentle nature they tend to enjoy the affection of younger children as well as adults. They also have a heightened sense of protection. The Saint Bernard loves other animals as well. Occasionally they may display a bit of stubbornness, however they are most usually obedient. They will ask for plenty of attention and affection from you as the owner. As with most dogs you should never leave them alone for long. They don’t like being left alone and will cause considerable damage to your belongings if unhappy or anxious.<br />
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Training should begin at the earliest possible stage because they need socialization training. They are lovable and good natured, but sometimes their size can be a little too much, so you must teach them to behave and be gentle towards others. The Saint Bernard does really well when you are gently and affectionate in return. You also want to keep the training the same and be assertive, but never harsh. You will find sitting, heeling, and staying are commands they understand easily.<br />
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Exercise is an important part of dog care and especially so for the Saint Bernard. They like outdoor exercise, but be careful to not over do. You will find daily walks and playtime is one of the best times of day for them. You will need a secure fence and at least a small backyard. You will find that grooming is important as a daily brushing activity and checking their bodies for bugs and hurt areas. They can have heart trouble, skin disorders, and bloating so be careful to keep them free of problems by frequent visits to the vet. The Saint Bernard also has a low tolerance of heat, due to the thick coat they have. Saint Bernard’s though large are one of the best dogs to have for a family. While they do need their attention you will find they are extremely lovable and affectionate to everyone in your family.<br />
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<b>Article From</b> <a href="http://www.ezine-articles.co.uk/">Ezine-Articles</a>Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-58775058555474768132010-03-30T13:16:00.001-07:002010-03-30T13:16:34.108-07:00Wheelchairs for Dogs<div>Wheelchairs for Dogs</div><div><br /></div><div>Author: Ian Major</div><div><br /></div><div>Wheelchairs for Dogs</div><div><br /></div><div>By Ian D. Major</div><div><br /></div><div>Dogs, they are always our beloved pets, but sometimes they are more than just pets. Our dogs love us unconditionally, and protect us when they feel danger is approaching. We buy them sweaters to keep them warm in the winter, and boots to keep them dry in the rain.</div><div><br /></div><div>They are our substitute children and they are our lives. That is why when they are in need of a little extra help getting around like wheelchairs for dogs, we go out of our way to get the very best ones.</div><div><br /></div><div>Accidents</div><div><br /></div><div>Every year, thousands of dogs, both young and old, fall prey to hip and joint injuries. Some are caused by genetics, and others are caused by accidents with vehicles driven by distracted drivers. In some cases, it leaves the dog with limited use or no use of their legs. That is why more and more people are turning to wheelchairs for dogs.</div><div><br /></div><div>Gain Mobility With Wheelchairs For Dogs</div><div><br /></div><div>For many years, the dogs would be immobile, staying in one place, relying on their masters to move them from place to place. Some owners would simply be put to sleep instead of watching them whither away. Within past decades, the development in wheelchairs for dogs have given our beloved pets their freedom to move again.</div><div><br /></div><div>Custom Made Wheelchairs For Dogs</div><div><br /></div><div>A doggie wheel chair is a wheelchair that is custom made for each dog. It is a special device that attaches with a harness to the body of the dog, and a sling that supports the dogs failing limbs. A doggie wheelchair allows him to have the freedom and mobility to go wherever allowed. With a doggie wheelchair, dogs can once again have an enjoyable life.</div><div><br /></div><div>Hand Crafted Wheelchairs For Dogs</div><div><br /></div><div>A doggie wheelchair is handcrafted to the exact measurement of each dog, and come in all shapes sizes, and can even be painted the dogs' favorite color.</div><div>Whether the dog is male or female makes a difference also, as they wheelchair is built to accommodate bodily functions. </div><div><br /></div><div>Assistance To All</div><div><br /></div><div>Wheelchairs for dogs can support not only the hindquarters of an injured dog, but even all four limbs. It is a more intricate design for all four legs however. Doggie wheelchairs can accommodate any dog. There are no known circumstances where a dog could not be assisted by these fantastic devices.</div><div><br /></div><div>The Many Benefits Of Wheelchairs For Dogs</div><div><br /></div><div>A big dog can benefit from these wheelchairs even more than a small dog can, as it is more difficult for the owner of a big dog to carry them around from place to place. wheelchairs for dogs give dogs back their independence and makes both the owner and the dog very happy.</div><div><br /></div><div>Dependency</div><div><br /></div><div>Veterinarians recommend a doggie wheelchair only when therapy and rehabilitation fail. It is used as a last resort. Because a dog can become dependant on wheelchairs for dogs, vets will not recommend one if there is any hope of them regaining the use of their limbs on their own.</div><div><br /></div><div>Survey</div><div><br /></div><div>Surveys of pet owners whose dogs use wheelchairs for dogs overwhelmingly agree that it is the best thing that they could do for their dogs. They witness a puppy like behavior when they are romping around the yard or chasing their favorite ball.</div><div><br /></div><div>Our dogs depend on us for everything and in return, they greet us when we come home from work with wagging tails and hanging tongues. It is gratifying to an owner of an injured dog to know that he or she can give something back that will make them just as happy by providing something as simple as wheelchairs for dogs.</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>About the Author.</div><div><br /></div><div>Ian D. Major is the editor and publisher of Wheelchair-Search.Com and as such understands just how important it is that effective research is carried out before choosing and purchasing Wheelchairs-Scooters and other Disability aids.</div><div><br /></div><div>Here, at Wheelchair Search we aim to bring you the latest and most accurate information on these products. To find out more Visit:</div><div>http://www.wheelchair-search.com</div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>About The Author:</div><div><br /></div><div>Every year, thousands of dogs, both young and old, fall prey to hip and joint injuries. You can help your dog now by visiting:</div><div>http://www.wheelchair-search.com</div><div><br /></div><div>Article Source: http://www.articlealley.com/article_83260_54.html</div>Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-70323648471935421622010-01-03T02:13:00.000-08:002010-01-03T02:15:58.197-08:00My Big dog Boomer<br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW1m85lgpuPQXxDdfs4xZRmO75JIG354D-89IJ1Ca0s8Bntssil7NcaBLAH6iGkND1vNwtlAYjaDvy68u2L9I1pXoZ27qffEJUEGKssGm-uS5K15TL-MSmp0S2Jfa6J9zTBKAWyNPdoW4/s1600-h/lapdog.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 309px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW1m85lgpuPQXxDdfs4xZRmO75JIG354D-89IJ1Ca0s8Bntssil7NcaBLAH6iGkND1vNwtlAYjaDvy68u2L9I1pXoZ27qffEJUEGKssGm-uS5K15TL-MSmp0S2Jfa6J9zTBKAWyNPdoW4/s320/lapdog.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5422454892529299906" /></a>Whadda ya mean I'm not a lap dog? I'm in a lap aren't I?Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-53945456190106047662009-07-19T12:37:00.000-07:002009-07-19T12:45:09.751-07:00Saint Bernard Medical Dog For Your FamilySaint Bernard Medical Dog For Your Family<br />By Pertic Brendon<br /><br />If you heard the words “medical dog” you could have a number of<br />different thoughts. Some people might look confused, others<br />might look amused thinking you’re pulling their leg. Yet others<br />might try in vain to find out what it really means, and some<br />people might even believe you’re referring to the growing<br />popularity of using medical dog tags as jewelry. For my part<br />however, if I hear the words medical dog mentioned I immediately<br />think of the giant Saint Bernards who gained fame by rescuing<br />unfortunate travels from dangerous snow bound situations. <br /><br />Probably no one has ever called the Saint Bernard a medical<br />dog, though that is the picture that always comes to mind. These<br />gentle beasts are popular with many people and have long been<br />considered a family dog. They love children, and can live<br />peaceably with other animals as well. They love as much<br />attention as they can get and are very affectionate. <br /><br />As a medical dog in the present day, the Saint Bernard isn’t<br />much utilized, but in the days when they were bred especially<br />for the purpose of coming to the aid of people in need, the<br />Saint Bernard was in full demand. The greatest and most well<br />known of these dogs was a Saint Bernard medical dog named Barry.<br /><br />The earliest Saint Bernard breed was bred with a short, glossy<br />coat which made it easier for them to stay in the freezing<br />weather conditions, whereas the latter breed of Saint Bernard<br />with the Newfoundland mix sported a longer coat. This was<br />unsuited to the prevailing weather conditions as their shaggy<br />coats would always be full of icicles. This ruled them almost<br />instantly as a good breed of medical dog, and the original short<br />haired Saint Bernard was kept for this purpose. <br /><br />If you’re getting a Saint Bernard medical dog for your family,<br />you need to realize that they grow very large and very fast. So<br />you’ll need to have somewhere that your dog can stay without<br />tearing your house up into shreds. You’ll also need to be able<br />to give it enough nutrition during its formative growth years as<br />these medical dogs need to be kept nourished constantly to help<br />in their massive bone growth. <br /><br />As a family dog, the Saint Bernard loses much of the need for<br />it to be a medical dog, but don’t close that door just yet.<br />These dogs are very intelligent and will rush to your aid if<br />there is something amiss. Much as they used to in the early days<br />of the 17th century. <br /><br />You can picture it in your mind. The great Saint Bernard making<br />his way through the treacherous snowed in passes to save unwary<br />travelers from a plight of certain death. And don’t forget to<br />add the small cask of brandy around the Bernard’s neck. That<br />adds the finishing touch to your mental picture of the great<br />medical dog, the Saint Bernard on his medical rounds.<br /><br />About the Author: Author's Sites:<br />http://dogi-food-recipes.blogspot.com ,<br />http://cat-food-recipes.blogspot.com ,<br />http://www.easyhomeremedy.com/pet_care/natural_pet_care_index.html<br /><br />Source: http://www.isnare.com<br /><br />Permanent Link: http://www.isnare.com/?aid=185762&ca=PetsConnie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-67780094656325625922009-06-16T09:33:00.000-07:002009-06-16T09:34:18.636-07:00Grooming your Saint Bernard<h1>Grooming Your St. Bernard</h1> St. Bernards are enormous and lovable dogs. As members of the working group of dogs, they were originally bred to help with mountain rescues in Switzerland. They are loyal, good-tempered dogs that are wonderful with children and make great pets if you have the space.<br /><br />However, don't buy a St. Bernard unless you are prepared to spend some time and/or money on grooming. Since these dogs originated in snowy and cold Switzerland, St. Bernards have a thick dense coat.<br /><br />There are both longhaired and shorthaired varieties of the breeds. The grooming is a little easier for the shorthaired type. A bristle brush is a good all-purpose brush for the breed but the St. Bernard coat can also benefit from some specialized brushes.<br /><br />A slicker brush can be used to remove matting and dead hair, especially during the shedding season. Your dog will shed its under coat twice a year. To stimulate your St. Bernards circulation and remove a maximum amount of loose hair, try brushing the coat opposite to the way it lays naturally.<br /><br />Brushing your St. Bernard every day is key to managing shedding and keeping your dog clean. The process, once mastered, should only take about 5 minutes a day.<br /><br />Bathing your St. Bernard can be a daunting task. Unlike other smaller breeds, St. Bernards must be bathed outdoors or in a full sized bathtub. Use a hot water hose and gently soak your dog's coat. Once the coat is thoroughly wet, shampoo your dog with a mild pet shampoo.<br /><br />You want to avoid using anything too harsh, no matter how dirty your dog gets. A gentle shampoo will not strip the natural oils from your dog's hair. It is recommended that you wash and rinse your St. Bernard with the shampoo at least twice.<br /><br />Rinse thoroughly to avoid any residue left in the dog's undercoat. You can dry your dog to a damp dry state with towels and, depending on the season, let the dog air dry or blow dry the coat.<br /><br />Many St. Bernard owners use special varieties of shampoo to help brighten the white part of the dog's coat. The white parts of the coat can be stained by dirt of other debris. These products can be added to the normal shampoo, or used in replacement of a regular dog shampoo. Certain varieties of whitening shampoo need to be left in the coat for five to ten minutes before rinsing it out.<br /><br />If you'd like to soften your St. Bernard's coat you can use a small amount of human conditioner. As a final step, you can use a flea rinse. Generally, flea rinses protect your dog for 10 to 14 days after use.<br /><br />Be very careful when administering the flea rinse. Read all instructions carefully and dilute the product properly. Avoid your dog's eyes when applying the rinse.<br /><br />St. Bernards are prone to eye weeping which can cause staining on the face. There are special products available such as "Diamond Eyes" that can gently remove these stains. In between treatments, you can wipe away any reside gently with a washcloth.<br /><br />Source: http://www.articlecircle.com/ - <a href="http://www.articlecircle.com/">Free Articles Directory</a><br /><br /><h2>About the Author</h2>Robin Darch, of PRT Specialised Services Limited has a website,http://www.mypetdog.org to help you find all the information you need about pet dogs, dog grooming and training.Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-18484745720489326852009-05-04T00:36:00.001-07:002009-05-04T00:36:43.095-07:00Saint Bernard Dog: The Great Rescuer Barry<h1>Saint Bernard Dog: The Great Rescuer Barry</h1><strong>Author: <a title="Ashish Jain" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/ashish-jain/5806.htm">Ashish Jain</a></strong><br /><p>Dogs are great rescuers. We all know that, but some of them are better at the job than others. What could be nobler than saving lives. Barry, who lived and made history between 1800 and 1814, was one of the greatest rescue dogs the world has ever seen. Barry was a Saint Bernard dog who earned worldwide fame for the brave rescue operations he carried out during his lifetime. His painting by Salvatore Rosa still hangs in a hospice in the Alps of Switzerland.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Saint Benard dogs have such a keen sense of smell that they can smell out people burried deep in the snow. Barry, like other Saint Bernard dogs, was trained by the monks to rescue lost travelers in the Alps. The Bernards, on finding a man to be recued, lie on top of the person and start licking his face to wake him up. Simultaneously they bark out aloud calling the monks for assistance, hearing which the monks would come with a stretcher and warm blankets to keep the person warm. The fellow is then taken to the monastry and is served warm tea and food.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Barry was an expert rescue dog well versed with the rescue drill and amongst his famous rescue adventures there is this famous story about a young boy who was found stranded on an icy ledge, all covered with thick snow under an ongoing, heavy snowfall. It was not possible for any man to climb that icy ledge, but Barry braving all adversity crawled inch by inch to the injured boy. As the drill has it, Barry started licking the boy's face but the snowfall was too heavy and the ledge too difficult to climb for any monk to reach the boy. So, there was no help coming. The boy, however, woke up due to Barry's warm licks and wrapped his arms around Barry's strong neck. The dog pulled him carefully and bravely from the ledge and brought him to safety.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />It is just one of the many gallant rescue stories of this great rescuer Saint Bernard. He lived from 1800 to 1814 and saved more than 40 lives in his lifetime.</p><br /> <strong>About the Author:</strong><br /><p>To get more information on pet dogs, dog breeds and dog training and care visit <a href="http://www.thepetdogs.com/" title="http://www.thepetdogs.com/"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.thepetdogs.com/">http://www.thepetdogs.com/</a></a></p><br /><br /> <p>Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/">ArticlesBase.com</a> - <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/automotive-articles/saint-bernard-dog-the-great-rescuer-barry-71279.html" title="Saint Bernard Dog: The Great Rescuer Barry">Saint Bernard Dog: The Great Rescuer Barry</a></p>Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-24202056166809034102009-04-03T22:02:00.000-07:002009-04-03T22:03:57.660-07:00Grooming your Great Pyrenees Dog the Easy Way<h1>Grooming your Great Pyrenees Dog the Easy Way</h1><strong>Author: <a title="John Williams" href="http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/john-williams/42397.htm">John Williams</a></strong><br /><p>Large breed dogs pose special grooming dilemmas. The Great Pyrenees and other Bernard family members have cornered the market on that special combination of girth and hair. Without a regimented grooming routine the Pyrenees' flowing white locks can easily morph, soon resembling an electrocuted Komondor on steroid.<br /><br /><br /><br />One obstacle to keeping large breeds in the peek of beauty is the difficulty in locating nail clippers, brushes and dental supplies suited to their substantial size. Substitution will have to be made. Still, with a little ingenuity grooming is a snap.<br /><br /><br /><br />Body Brushing<br /><br />Combing out the Great Pyrenees is a challenge. The high-stung nature of the breed makes them tend to wiggle around during grooming. In fact, these stealth dogs are apt to sprint off if not restrained, sometimes moving up to three centimeters in a single afternoon.<br /><br /><br /><br />Your best bet for body brushing or raking is to work on your pet while he is asleep. Avoid active times such as 6:00 to 6:03 a.m. and the 30 minutes after sunset Pyrenees' devote solely to barking. This breed is known to sleep with its eyes open. When stalking them with grooming tools be cautious. Once you are with in 65 feet of your dog, listen for a train. This verifies your dog is snoring.<br /><br /><br /><br />Work efficiently once you begin grooming a Great Pyrenees. You may only have 13 hours before he wakes up. When grooming 140 lbs. of fur bonded together by drool and the occasional tree branch, you must not dally. A weed eater is an efficient option for quickly working your way through the shrubs to the actual hair prior to brushing.<br /><br /><br /><br />Nail Clipping<br /><br />Clipping your Pyrenees's claws should be a regular part of your grooming routine. Before beginning this procedure head for the hardware store. Pick up a large metal rasp and bolt cutters. Once claws have been neatly trimmed call in HAZMAT to remove the clippings from your home. Don't forget the dewclaws.<br /><br /><br /><br />Great Pyrenees' have a multitude of extra toes just kinda 'hangin' out' on their lower legs. Hiding amongst them are a total of six massive curly toenails. Each is so large it makes a valosaraptor claw look like a minute droplet of Chihuahua snot. Don't let the dewclaws go unattended more than a few weeks. Negligence will yield a clipping big enough to be used as a spiral staircase.<br /><br /><br /><br />Dental Care<br /><br />Dog owners often overlook the importants of good oral hygiene. Fortunately, in the Bernard breeds, their mouths offer plenty of room to work in. Take advantage of this trait. You can create ample access to the mouth by simply pulling their massive floppy lips up from both sides of the face. Then, use three clothespins to secure them to one another across the bridge of the nose. You may also secure a single lip to the opposing ear in a similar fashion.<br /><br /><br /><br />Once the teeth are exposed insert a shop vac tube under your dogs tongue. This technique is identical to that of the 'spit sucker' used in a dental offices. A fifteen-gallon vac should suffice. Once the shop vac is fired up the Great Pyrenees will start to awaken. You will have about two hours to completely remove large pieces of sod stored along the gum line before your dog hits full cognitive thought. At this point he'll eat the vacuum prior to falling back asleep.<br /><br /><br /><br />As a final touch, clean you canine's feet. Shinny up between the pads with a flashlight, some pliers and a bottle of WD 40. Remove stones, dried bats, milk carton children and anything else not belonging up there. Once this task is done your grooming regiment is complete. Wake your dog by simple uttering the word 'cookie.' By the time you get to 'coo' every Great Pyrenees in a six mile radius will be in your kitchen.<br /><br /><br /><br />With a little work and a few trips to Home Depot, your Great Pyrenees, Saint Bernard or Newfoundland will glow with beauty. When you combine all this glamour with their high intelligence and magnetic personalities, your dog will be the envy of the neighborhood.</p><strong>About the Author:</strong><br /><p>For more information on the <a href="http://www.dog-behavior-training.co.uk/great_pyrenees.html">great pyrenees</a> or a complete list of <a href="http://www.dog-behavior-training.co.uk/dog_breeds.html">dog breeds</a> visit this <a href="http://www.dog-behavior-training.co.uk/">Dog Behaviour</a> website.</p><p>Article Source: <a href="http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/grooming-your-great-pyrenees-dog-the-easy-way-463712.html" title="Grooming your Great Pyrenees Dog the Easy Way">http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/grooming-your-great-pyrenees-dog-the-easy-way-463712.html</a></p>Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-79639153889896274332009-02-02T08:01:00.000-08:002009-02-02T08:38:01.620-08:00Is Hip Dysplasia Affecting Your Dog?Guest Article<br /><br />Is Hip Dysplasia Affecting Your Dog?<br /><br />Author: Billy Baker<br /><br />Some people often just assume their dog is getting old when he starts to limp or when there is some stiffness evident. Often enough this is Hip Dysplasia and you should take action to help eliminate discomfort and pain as soon as possible. It is most common in large dogs but is also found in smaller breeds from time to time.<br /><br />What is canine hip dysplasia?<br /><br />The area affected is in and around the dog's hips and it's called Hip Dysplasia. In a nutshell, sometimes the hips are not shaped properly which can leave the dog prone to hip dysplasia. Hip dysplasia in dogs can occur in puppies from as young as 5 months, but the ensuing arthritis in the hips generally doesn't strike Spot until he is middle aged.<br /><br />Dog breeds susceptible to hip dysplasia.<br /><br />Some breeds of dogs are well known for being genetically susceptible to hip dysplasia. Mixed breed dogs can also suffer from hip dysplasia. Good breeding practices has seen a decline in hip dysplasia numbers, but these dogs still have a higher than average chance of having dysplasia:<br />* Rottweilers.<br />* Labs and retrievers.<br />* German shepherds.<br />* Great Danes.<br />* Mastiffs.<br />* Saint Bernards.<br />* Dobermans.<br /><br />Hip arthritis can also be found in and medium sized dogs as well.<br /><br />Signs of hip dysplasia include:<br /><br />* early morning stiffness.<br />* behavioural changes and sometimes personality changes too.<br />* awkwardness or clumsy steps.<br />* unable to exercise as much as before.<br />* disinterest in fetching.<br />* problems getting up from lying down or sitting.<br />* limping, favoring one or both back legs, or stiff or unusual gait.<br />* opting to sleep away from others.<br />* pain when back leg is extended.<br />* discomfort or sensitivity when lower back or back legs are prodded.<br />* can't or won't jump into the car anymore.<br /><br />Hip dysplasia treatments.<br /><br />Dog arthritis can be treated in a myriad of ways icluding dog medicines, dog supplements and even aids to help make Rover happy again. One of the most popular options is glucosamine, which has been incredibly successful in aiding humans with osteoarthritis. Dog supplements containing glucosamine chondroitin have become one of the first treatment options. Don't underestimate a good night's sleep and other orthopedic aids as handy comfort providers such as special dog beds and ramps etc. For further information on glucosamine, treatments and aids click here.<br /><br />Weight Management.<br /><br />The most prominent element to affect or enhance hip dysplasia is the dog's weight. The more your dog weighs, the more strain is being placed on those hips. Keeping your dog in his healthy weight range could save him from immense pain and suffering down the track.<br /><br />For further information on treatments and resources for the dog suffering from hip dysplasia click here.<br /><br />Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/is-hip-dysplasia-affecting-your-dog-572374.html<br /><br />About the Author:<br />Author Billy Baker has decades of experience with many breeds of dogs and has provided more information on Dog Health and Hip Dysplasia In Dogs .Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-23523274835824898332009-01-28T00:34:00.000-08:002009-01-28T00:55:52.504-08:00Back with Boomer and more to comeI've been gone a while due to illness. I'm back and blogging now. Here is a new picture and video of Boomer and I will be posting some articles soon about Big Dogs in general. I will also post about how Boomer almost died recently from playing with a toy that was from China.<br /><br />The picture is Boomer with my husband and Boomer's best friend Pookie.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-y1LioWGDwXbsZAz-8DqSxZ1WUnMe7L7F3ttuw8VR5ijlOoSpGpeKl0v2Nu5I48a43U7vtEhrp-wH7Oy1q3cZz8BjSOnKHIwo_EE9hrGs5Qq7B0uyapqVJ4lyJ76YdM7kHVkB9HSUqDk/s1600-h/jeff+and+dogs.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 261px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-y1LioWGDwXbsZAz-8DqSxZ1WUnMe7L7F3ttuw8VR5ijlOoSpGpeKl0v2Nu5I48a43U7vtEhrp-wH7Oy1q3cZz8BjSOnKHIwo_EE9hrGs5Qq7B0uyapqVJ4lyJ76YdM7kHVkB9HSUqDk/s320/jeff+and+dogs.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5296262709568458418" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />Kisses from Boomer (Excuse all the boxes, I am getting things ready for the donation truck)<br /><br /><br /><a href="http://vids.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=vids.individual&videoid=50803560">Slurp</a><br /><object height="360" width="425"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="movie" value="http://mediaservices.myspace.com/services/media/embed.aspx/m=50803560,t=1,mt=video"><embed src="http://mediaservices.myspace.com/services/media/embed.aspx/m=50803560,t=1,mt=video" allowfullscreen="true" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" height="360" width="425"></embed></object>Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-25066366865626841672008-11-08T21:10:00.000-08:002008-11-08T21:14:40.936-08:00You know you are owned by a Saint Bernard when...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbCN6YnR-CSD-xA24R_IHuL8by9fVzhHnpuduH5KPvibU1LeZnnTpltJ4tiOJ8QidRRSpkolDmIDh643DjAyUw2bZXp-1eHDC2Z_AXY-I7Ut1JgB2ANkdctrZEymjWVyNw9tyY3U8S408/s1600-h/Boomertub1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbCN6YnR-CSD-xA24R_IHuL8by9fVzhHnpuduH5KPvibU1LeZnnTpltJ4tiOJ8QidRRSpkolDmIDh643DjAyUw2bZXp-1eHDC2Z_AXY-I7Ut1JgB2ANkdctrZEymjWVyNw9tyY3U8S408/s320/Boomertub1.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5266521833488318242" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><br />• You measure their height by the slobber line across the wall<br /><br />• Your huge lazy boy recliner is just big enough to be "the dog’s chair".<br /><br />• You choose your wall paint color by what hides slobber the best.<br /><br />• You duck and run for cover when your dog is about to sneeze.<br /><br />• You understand the difference between shedding and "blowing the coat"<br /><br />• You go through several vacuum cleaners a year<br /><br />• You have a part time job just to pay for the dog food<br /><br />• Your dog can "counter surf" just by turning his head and grabbing as he walks by<br /><br />• You open the door when you come home and then flatten yourself against the wall to avoid an excited dog running to greet you<br /><br />• You know sheer terror when your dog is REALLY happy and running towards you<br /><br />• Your neighbors refer to your pet as "the neighborhood pony"<br /><br />• You've planned out the "tail wagging” zone on every table<br /><br />• Closing the trash doesn't help because your dog can drag off the whole trash can<br /><br />• You know trying to shove a totally asleep Saint Bernard off the bed is fruitless<br /><br />• Your dog’s favorite ball for catch is the size of a small basketball<br /><br />• Every time you sit in the floor your dog tries to "rescue " you<br /><br />• You find out your tub is just really a huge dog bed in his eyes<br /><br />• You have realized being barefoot around a saint is hazardous to your health<br /><br />• You can never have more than one friend in your car with the dog because he fills the entire back seat<br /><br />• You carry towels everywhere for doggie "dribbles" and to dry your face if he kisses your cheek<br /><br />• Your dog can sit on the couch without taking his feet off the floor<br /><br />• You could make a Chihuahua with the dog hair that gets on your clothes<br /><br /><br />• Last but most important...you know in spite of it all you've got the most loyal companion and friend ever!Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-56869863630210427042008-11-03T23:50:00.000-08:002008-11-03T23:59:27.190-08:00Boomer the lap dog<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJuwi7MeoFhd6JHZYmaMxTgRXzFmWsU-EZyFJCoDXvLEfBR8mz2qolUq2aZtOISRJlK2hW3QZr9cpr2HbSukRxEMy57WXfHyjrmW8PctYedMK8yIn9uO4RpooalLyMXxx1lbJYgxhS1So/s1600-h/big+boomer.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 308px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJuwi7MeoFhd6JHZYmaMxTgRXzFmWsU-EZyFJCoDXvLEfBR8mz2qolUq2aZtOISRJlK2hW3QZr9cpr2HbSukRxEMy57WXfHyjrmW8PctYedMK8yIn9uO4RpooalLyMXxx1lbJYgxhS1So/s320/big+boomer.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5264708889727629170" border="0" /></a><br /><br />Hello!<br />I'll be back very soon with some articles and tips. Life has just been crazy! In the meantime<br />here is a picture of Boomer sitting on a friend. It's OK, the friend let him :)<br />have you ever noticed that big dogs often think they are lap dogs? <g> Sometimes I don't think they really understand how big they are!<br /><br /><br /></g>Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-65215196553160842552008-07-14T19:41:00.000-07:002008-07-14T22:14:00.534-07:00Boomer is a very curious dog! Are your big dogs like this? I'd love to hear stories about your dogs!<br />In the meantime here is video of Boomer trying to figure out my grandsons Christmas toy last December.I was wrapping gifts and he just had to check every one of them out. The one that puzzled him was one of those computers that teach colors and letters etc and make sounds. Boomer just could not figure out why there was a voice in that little box.<br /><br /><br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dxCggjOvxstk0uF0KeBxrwCmqk-v9-kTXuXSWW78cl1dhpAl92x_AulCRphCNhRkFLkmOASZ4doS1phU8K6HA' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe>Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-6184288532103233662008-07-07T13:36:00.000-07:002008-07-07T13:41:16.952-07:00The Tallest dog meets the smallest dog!I ran across this article and wanted to share it with you. I hope you like the pictures of the tallest dog meeting the smallest dog as much as I did. He's probably wondering if the little one is a dog or a mouse! Just look at those faces!<br /><br /><h1><a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-492264/Its-dogs-life-worlds-tallest-pooch-meets-smallest.html"><span style="font-size:85%;">It's a dog's life as the world's tallest pooch meets the smallest</span></a></h1>Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6219541854563120272.post-20062774028466306762008-07-04T20:26:00.000-07:002008-07-04T20:38:12.577-07:00<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6LpE4a0nVc6lwSef71wPW1KiO7ccfBnqIiWUrzdvyIbOlRqO4VzxOHKCDBJlWqChJ4gyXOVBT4qx1oL1J6LOGcTWvVOQMWWPOoh9Kyy5thRFigrInpr-wcdw5_I8t9ZC9SvqL9cL3bI8/s1600-h/fireworks.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6LpE4a0nVc6lwSef71wPW1KiO7ccfBnqIiWUrzdvyIbOlRqO4VzxOHKCDBJlWqChJ4gyXOVBT4qx1oL1J6LOGcTWvVOQMWWPOoh9Kyy5thRFigrInpr-wcdw5_I8t9ZC9SvqL9cL3bI8/s320/fireworks.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5219368619610498898" border="0" /></a><br /><span id="role_document" style="font-family:Arial;font-size:85%;color:#000000;"><div>What a night! Explosions everywhere! Flying Debris, and the sounds of BOOM BOOM BOOM fill the air!<br />Well it is the 4th of July so all that would be expected, right? Yes.<br />However I wasn't outside! I was inside and the BOOM BOOM BOOM heard<br />here was me yelling at Boomer , my rampaging Saint Bernard!</div> <div> </div> <div>Saints are known as the gentle giant in the dog world. But on the 4th they are like any other dog and the noise can really get to them. I live very close to my city's infamous Red White and Boom celebration. In addition all my neighbors<br />were having a firecracker throw down contest judging from the popping and the bottle rockets whizzing through my yard.</div> <div> </div> <div>Enter one Saint Bernard freaked out and trying to decide which window to protect,by racing across the room and using the couch as a jump off point to go airborne a shaking little chihuahua trying to fake it as a Saint, one frantic human trying to get the howling beasts calmed down and a bored<br />fat cat looking at us like we lost our collective minds. I think maybe we were his evenings entertainment.</div> <div> </div> <div>You haven't lived until you've had your ears serenaded by a howling giant beast at the same time you are doing the side step boogie to avoid his dragon claws on your bare feet as he races from window to window to save the world, or at least<br />what he considers his part of it.</div> <div> </div> <div>Throw in the shrill high pitch whine of a chihuahua that is trying to keep up with the big dog, while she also engages in a game of chase her own tail and you pretty much have 4th of the July canine chaos. The only thing missing was the fireworks, well at least until I sidestepped too far and introduced my forehead to the wall. I think every star on the flag jumped off long enough to march past my eyes.</div> <div> </div> <div>Finally the city sent up the finale, the neighbors ran out of bottles..of beer that is<br />and ended the firecracker wars in a tie and my little patriotic fur babies all settled down for a nap. All except the cat, last I saw him he was out on the coffee table singing I'm a yankie doodle dandy.<br /><div style="text-align: left;"><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvuxc_buUwS9N4lT87Qt9kpmhnNnfx8QystpVSIs6dm9reSuwkHH2SJkE089-9a_ysLV-VlllTUUtzJVkyez0fYDNe6z0y-NbEOfhNfwfOvEqbixNZ_RYbi11X6uv35D0vRI6DCzIaiAU/s1600-h/by+front+door.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvuxc_buUwS9N4lT87Qt9kpmhnNnfx8QystpVSIs6dm9reSuwkHH2SJkE089-9a_ysLV-VlllTUUtzJVkyez0fYDNe6z0y-NbEOfhNfwfOvEqbixNZ_RYbi11X6uv35D0vRI6DCzIaiAU/s320/by+front+door.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5219368837057175682" border="0" /></a> Relaxing after the great fireworks rampage<br /></div></div></span>Connie Whiting -conniewhiting.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09842891902275995473noreply@blogger.com