Santa Hats for Big Dogs

It is much harder to find clothes for large dogs compared to small dog clothes. That is why when I can find something to put on my large German shepherd I get excited.

With the upcoming Holidays I thought that I would put a dog Santa hat on and see if it would work. It was big enough and I thought turned out pretty cute!

Make sure you are thinking ahead as Christmas is coming faster than you think. Make sure to get all your dog christmas gifts at Poochieheaven!

Coconut Oil for Dogs

Coco Therapy Coconut Chips are a delicious treat for your dog or cat. They are made from dehyrdated organic 100% organic coconut meat. No sugars, salt, preservatives, or chemicals added.Coconut chips are an excellent source of dietary fiber and provide the same benefits as coconut oil. Your dog or cat will absolutely love the rich, slightly nutty taste of these treats. You can either give a few throughout the day or sprinkle in the food.Coconuts and coconut oil for dogs is by far the best and richest natural source of lauric acid (the other source- human breast milk). Lauric acid fights and destroys viruses and various pathogenic bacteria. Coconut chips for dogs besides being a great source of dietary fiber, provide animo acids and antioxidants; are rich in medium chain fatty acids (lauric, capric, and caprylic acids), and provide many other health benefits. Coconut chips will also gently elevate the metabolism, provides a higher level of energy and vitality, speeds healing, and can help overweight pets lose weight and sedentry pets feel more energetic. Even more it can enhance the skin and coat, improve digestion, and reduct allergic reactions.These treats are the perfect alternative to yucky, over processed pet treats that are made with artificial ingredients.When fed regularly to pets, coconut has proven benefits:Clears up skin conditions such as eczema flea allergies, contact dermatitis, and itchy skin. Makes coats sleek and glossy. Deodorizes doggy odor Reduces bad breath Regulate and balance insulin and thyroid levels Help with arthritis or ligament problems Speeds health of cuts, wounds, hot spots, and insenct bites and stings when applied topically.

Coco Therapy Coconut Products are 100% pure and natural:Non-GMO (genetically modified organism) Cold pressed Hexane-free Unrefined Non-bleached No trans fat No hydrogenated fat

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Picture of the Year

Here is another email sent to me:

'Dear Lord: Thank you for bringing me to Timmy's house and not to Michael Vick's -- AMEN!'

Visit Poochieheaven for all your dog sweaters and durable dog toys!

New Products Coming Soon!

We are getting many new products in this week that will be added to the website.

Dog Sweaters and coats that are in many different price ranges. These warm articles of dog clothing will keep you dog comfortable during these upcoming cold days

Many more durable dog toys! We realize how hard it can be to find durable toys that your dog won't distroy after 2 minutes of play!

For Halloween you want to make sure you give your dog some treats! We have some great all natural treats that we will be added.

And much more so make sure you check back often!

"No Kill" Rescue Groups in Minnesota

Here is a list of "No kill" rescue groups in Minnesota.

• Animal Ark
• Animal Relief Fund
• Caring for Cats
• Feline Rescue
• Last Hope
• Pet Haven
• Rainbow Rescue
• Guinna Pig Rescue
• In the Company of Ferrets
• Second Chance
• Retrieve a Golden
• Homeward Bound
• Lucky Dog Rescue
• K-9 Rescue
• Adopt a Pet
• St. Fancis Animal Rescue
• Iguana Rescue
• MN Companion Bird Rescue
• Hoofed Animal Rescue

Earth Friendly Dog Clothing

More and more items are starting to be made with bamboo instead of cotton or other materials. There are many different reasons for this. Dog clothing is not an exception; recently there has been an explosion of dog clothes made out of bamboo and other earth friendly materials.

A piece of organic dog clothing is not only beneficial to the earth, but it can also be healthier for your dog to wear. Organic dog clothing is made without pesticides that could irritate a dog that has sensitive skin. It will also be good for a dog that has many allergies.

While you may think that you will be limited when it comes to trying to find dog clothing that is earth friendly that is really not the case. There are many options of dog shirts, jackets, and other articles of dog clothing. Another good thing about organic dog clothing is that many of these companies are committed to helping the earth and every time you purchase a piece of clothing, they are giving back to charities.

One of the best materials to make environmentally friendly dog clothing out of is bamboo. Below are some reasons why bamboo is great for dog shirts.

· Bamboo is very soft, very comfortable, and has a luxurious feel to it.
· Bamboo is naturally hypo-allergenic and anti-microbial (kills bacteria that causes odors), anti-bacterial.
· Bamboo is cool in hot weather and warm in cold weather.
· Bamboo is recyclable.
· Bamboo supplies 30% more oxygen then trees.
· Bamboo removes 30% more carbon dioxide than trees.
· Bamboo requires no fertilizers or pesticides to grow.
· Bamboo naturally holds color during the dyeing process, which prevents the use of heavy metals and toxic chemicals during the dyeing process.

Do you want cotton dog sweaters or shirts but still want to be earth friendly? There are a few companies that make dog clothing out of reclaimed cotton. They reuse the leftover cotton that from other dog or human clothing, resort it and then make it into dog clothing. This way they save on cotton material that goes to the landfill and the energy and materials to make it in the first place.

Besides reclaimed cotton there is also dog clothing made out of recycled polyester. So no matter what kind of dog appeal you are looking for you will find one that will fit you and your earth friendly initiatives.

Good Reasons to Always Carry a Camera

These pictures are reasons why it is always a good idea to carry a camera!

Don't forget to visit Poochieheaven for:

-Warm dog sweaters, great for Fall or Winter

-Interactive dog toys, great for those dogs that need the extra mental stimulation
-Dog Carriers, great for taking your dog to the vet and to stores

Dog Sweaters are Perfect Christmas Gifts for your Dog

The fragile snowflakes have already started to kiss the Earth signaling the start of this beautiful Christmas season this year. With just a month to go for Christmas to knock our doors, it is already high time to plan the gifting ideas. Remember that the gifting ideas are not only for keeping the humans happy but also for keeping the pets happy and pampered. Finding the gifts for the pets such as the dogs is a very confusing task. Let it be gifting something to your own pet or getting some gifts for the pets of your friends or relatives, you can never guess what the pet likes. This confusion can be overcome with a little logical thinking. You will be well aware of the fact that the costumes are one of the most preferred gifting items of the Christmas season. Unfortunately, not all the pooches out there will love to wear all types of costumes. However, if the costume is very much comfortable, the pooch will never even think of getting rid of it. This is where the dog sweaters come into play.Winter Protection For Your Lovable Dog In StylePeople have a misconception that the thick hairs of the dogs are sufficient to protect these pets from the chillness of winter. How many of you have noticed your pet pooches to look of warm places to make themselves comfortable during winter? Almost everyone would have noticed that? The real fact is that though the hairs of the pet dog can protect them to a certain extent, the chillness off the Christmas season will be too hard for them to withstand. By making the dogs wear the do sweaters, these pets don’t have to search for warm places anymore. With the dogs sweater in place, these dogs can even roam outside and enjoy the holiday season with you. To the added advantage, these dog sweaters come in various styles. The Santa dog sweaters are very popular dog costumes of the Christmas season. So What After Christmas?Gifting during Christmas doesn’t mean that you should present something that can used during Christmas. Something that can be used beyond the Christmas can also for perfect gifts for the pet dogs. Remember that there are dog sweaters for almost any season. For rainy season, there are dog coats to protect your pooch. Does your dog fear about sun burn like you do? The sun coats are up in the market. If you really love your pooch, you can buy all the dog costumes for all season and gift them this Christmas. Holidays are special occasions for your pets too!

Fleece Dog Jackets

With the upcoming cold weather, or if you are in Wisconsin, the snow we had today, it is time to start thinking about warm winter clothing for your dog. While there are many dogs that do not need the extra layer of protection that clothing provides during the winter months, they are many short haired dogs- such as Italian Greyhouds, Great Danes, and pit bulls that do.

One of the warmest would be a fleece dog jacket. The fleece will keep your dog warm even in the coldest of weather. These jackets are great for taking your dog out to the bathroom or for a nightly stroll.

Whether you are looking for a small fleece dog jacket or a big fleece dog jacket, we have one for your dog!

Potty Training your Dog

Here are a few helpful tips when it comes to potty your new puppy or dog.

- Buy a dog crate. This is by far the number one thing that you can do to help potty train your dog. Dogs do not like to soil their "home". A dog's crate will soon become their home and they will hold their bladder until they are let you. One piece of advice though is make sure that you get a crate that is the correct size. If you get one too large, the dog will use one area as their sleeping area and one area as their potty area. If you have a puppy that will grow into a large dog as an adult and only want to buy one crate, many brands of crates will come with a divider panel you can add so that it makes the crate smaller and can grow with the dog.

- Keep your dog in your site at all times. When you are not home or can't wait them, put them in the crate. This is not cruel.

- When you have the puppy out and can watch it, put them on leash and tie it around your ankle, this way you will have an eye on your dog at all times. The important thing for potty training is to catch them before they have to go potty. Most dogs will have a signal that will tell you that they need to go to the bathroom.

- Don't punish the dog for doing insides, instead make going outside the greatest thing in the entire world. Praise, give treats, and praise more. Dogs love to please, they will know that going outside is what you want.

Good luck!

When your dog finally has become potty trained, don't forget to get them a dog bed that they can call their own!

New Products

So I lied, there will not be a part 2 to the Well I'd bite too post. I've been sick with the flu the past week and so we'll get back to updated other things :)

One quick note though- there is still time to purchase dog halloween costumes. Order now for best selection as the choices are starting to run out! The most popular choices so far this year have been the Micky and Minnie Mouse costumes.

New products at Poochieheaven

Small Dog Beds- we have recently added some new dog beds for the smaller dogs. These beds are also priced at $100 or less so for those looking for a good bed but at a price less than $100, go see our beds! We will be adding more large dog beds in the future too!

Dog Jackets- with the turn of the weather here is Wisconsin, we have our mind set on providing some high quality dog coats and jackets to keep your doggies warm. We have added some new fleece jackets that are available in sizes xxsmall-xxxlarge, so all dogs will stay warm!

Dog Christmas Gifts- with only a few months until Christmas, we have added some great new Christmas items. From personalized ornaments to santa suits, stock up now for best selection!

Wow, I think I'd bite as well...Part 1

Another cute email I received recently.

Why Dogs Bite People...

Part 2 will be posted tomorrow.

For your dog halloween costumes visit Poochieheaven.