Pawsitive Doggy Life

07/13/2023

Very good info!

07/11/2023

They are adorable and informative!

05/08/2023

"New research published in the Veterinary Record finds that the pressure exerted on a dog’s neck by a flat collar when the dog pulls is enough to risk damage to the dog’s neck." Please read to find out what kind damages could be caused by the pressure on neck.

Don’t use leash jerks, and if your dog pulls on leash, walk them on a harness, as research shows the potential pressure applied to a dog’s neck by the use of a flat collar.

05/07/2023

DID YOU KNOW? 😮💡

Regular massage for your dog is hugely beneficial! 💖 Not only can it promote calmness and reduce stress 🧘‍♀️ or anxiety, but it can also help grow your bond with your dog too! 🥰

Possibly one of the biggest benefits of massage for your dog, however, is their physical health and wellbeing! 🩺 Regular massage helps you get to know your dog’s body 🐕 so you can find and/or monitor any lumps or swellings.

There are so many other benefits too, from improved circulation ⭕️, more flexibility and an immune system boost ⬆️, to reduced aches, pain and inflammation 😖 – especially for more senior dogs, or dogs recovering from injury or surgery – regular massage is key 🔑 for ALL dogs, no matter their age or breed!

Taking some time to provide your canine companion with a relaxing and therapeutic massage has so many benefits – and best of all, you can do it yourself at home! 🏠

Want to learn to learn more? 👩‍🏫 Check out these super episodes of the Sexier than a Squirrel 🐿 podcast!

Canine Conditioning and Sports Medicine Deep Dive ft. Leslie Eide
https://www.buzzsprout.com/761645/10966354-canine-conditioning-and-sports-medicine-deep-dive-ft-leslie-eide

Rocking Rehab and Canine Care with Rachel Richardson
https://www.buzzsprout.com/761645/10960703-rocking-rehab-and-canine-care-with-rachel-richardson

04/07/2023

April is the paw-fect time to explore science and make tail-wagging memories! For this month ONLY, receive a general admission ticket and add-on ticket to Dogs! A Science Tail for only $24.90 🐾 Learn about fascinating dog behavior through interactive activities and create long-lasting memories with your pack 🐕 Don't miss out— get your tickets using promo code 5842 ➡️ azscience.org/buy-tickets-options

04/07/2023

Arizona Humane Society Spring Matching Gift. Hill's Scient Diet is matching every dollar you give to the Arizona Humane Society until April 30 up to $15,000. This is an opportunity to double your donation to the organization. Also, they have thrift stores, and I've donated items at one in Mesa, AZ.
Matching Donation Info here: https://secure2.convio.net/azhs/site/Donation2;jsessionid=00000000.app20118b?df_id=2920&2920.donation=form1&mfc_pref=T&NONCE_TOKEN=0E1657BBB0BD942B3B03D8FAA73AA4E4&fbclid=IwAR1HfbSOxNV7M_73Q8uwZPkISXRpm71V2GR02KStS0A0p97Wzq3QF_Suka8

If your company offers a matching gift program, use the field below to search for your company name, and select a result from the list.

04/05/2023

"Don't feed your dog human foods" is such an outdated advice. Incorporating fruits and veggies and other human foods into your dog's diet is healthy. But you need to know which ones are safe, which ones are not safe for your dogs. Here is a great guide about fruits for your dogs.

Discover How to Enhance Your Dog's Diet and Avoid Toxic Fruits INDEX 1. Introduction2. Click in the list below to...

12/09/2022

2nd Massage & Acupressure session with Murphy today for his lower back and hips. We spent more time getting used to each other and for him to get used to my touch during the 1st session, but today, he settled down fairly quickly and got more comfortable, so I was able to work on him more. Acupressure Points for this session: Bl40, Bl54, GB29, GB30. I hope this will help him even a little bit.

12/09/2022

Home Dog Training, A Victoria Stilwell "Positively" Dog Trainer, Sharon Witherspoon is such a wonderful trainer, and her classes are always fun! You and your dog will enjoy the class, and your dog will appreciate you!

11/24/2022

Happy Thanksgiving! Enjoy the feast with your canine companions today! 😋🐶

Happy Thanksgiving, everyone! 🧡 Here’s a list of Thanksgiving foods that you can share with your pets today. 👇 Make sure to offer the foods to them plain (no sugar, seasoning or spices, butter or other additives) and in small portions and bites.

Aside from being safe, these foods and snacks are beneficial for your pet’s health too! Learn how in today’s free blog post. 🐶🐱

❗And remember: Do not give your pet dishes containing raisins or grapes, onions, leeks or chives (most dressings and stuffing), as well as bread, processed or sugary foods, and desserts.



Click here to learn what benefits these foods can offer your pet: http://bit.ly/3UQet1B

11/22/2022

Via Peacock's Pride Australian Shepherds

11/21/2022

This is a late notice, but today, I am sharing a sad news that my dog, Momo, passed away on June 19th this year at age 15 and 3 months. She was the youngest of 3 dogs I've had. She was my "soulmate dog." Some of you know Momo from the training classes. She had cancer, but she had a wonderful 15th birthday in March and a good day on her last day. Most importantly, she had a great life, loved by many people. I would like to thank you all for your kindness and love for her. I miss her everyday, but I know her spirit is with me always.

11/21/2022

My apologies for not posting anything for a while. Since I retired from dog training, I have been posting more on my Massage Therapy page. I post dog-related information sometimes there. Feel free to visit the page: https://www.facebook.com/hazuki.tokuue.5

11/25/2021

Happy Thanksgiving!

Happy Thanksgiving🍁🍽🐾

10/13/2021

"Can dogs eat eggs?" Absolutely! "The egg is a powerhouse of nutrition for dogs, both the whites and the yolk, but also the shell itself." For more info and a recipe for "Muffin Size Spinach Frittatas" for you and your dog:
"Can Dogs Eat Eggs? Super Foods for Dogs" by Bark Magazine
https://thebark.com/content/can-dogs-eat-eggs-super-foods-dogs

10/13/2021

This is Momo's breakfast this morning. As her Liver looked better with her last blood work, she no longer needs to be on fish-based diet. Currently, she is on Open Farm Ancient Grain Beef formula for her kibbles, and she LOVES Instinct raw. I usually add 1 tablespoon of sweet potato or pumpkin for a source of fiber. Here is a good information about sweet potatoes for dogs, including a recipe for Sweet Potato Chips:
"Can Dogs Eat Sweet Potatoes?" by Claudia Kawczynska
https://thebark.com/content/can-dogs-eat-sweet-potatoes-super-foods-dogs

10/12/2021

These days, my dog, Momo, is uncomfortable with sitting because of her Arthritis. People kindly give her treats and tell her to sit. I politely tell them that it's hard for her to sit because of her Arthritis. People understand and tell me, "Oh, I even didn't think about that, sorry!" It's no one's fault, people just don't know, and it's my job to let them know. If the dog voluntarily sits, that's great. But they don't have to sit for everything or all the time....

Sit.

Today, I went somewhere new to me. It was busy, with a lot for me to get my head around. I'm not a city girl but the guy I was with insisted that I sit down whilst he looked at his phone. I tried my best to get out of there but I couldn't move, and kept being asked to sit down. I don't feel safe. I don't want to sit down. Why are you making me sit here?

Later we went somewhere quieter, thank goodness. I was happier, until somebody really scary came towards me. They were really intense and I just felt so vulnerable. I wanted to run away, but instead, I was made to sit again. I was held there and I couldn't do anything. Whenever I got up, I was asked to sit down. The guy I walk with didn't like it when I didn't sit. He didn't seem to understand the things I said to him, or maybe he didn't care.

The walk home. We have to cross roads to get home. I don't really like traffic so don't like to be around it much, I'd rather hurry up home. But there was that word again, at every crossing..."sit". Doesn't he know my joints aren't what they used to be? All this sitting makes me sore. My legs hurt. I remember it hurting when I was younger, too. I got growing pains and did too much running. I can't seem to get home if I don't do it, and I really want to be away from this traffic. I stand and wait, I don't move in to the road, I just don't want to sit here. I'm not allowed to move unless I sit. My expression should say it all. Please don't raise your voice. Please don't press my bum down and force me to do things.

Back home. I just want my dinner and then to go to bed. I can smell it being made so go out to my bowl. My legs hurt from our walk but I don't get given my food if I don't sit first.

I am a dog. I don't always want to, or feel comfortable, sitting down. Sometimes it's not a comfortable position for me. Sometimes I would rather not be in the environment that I am in, or around certain things. I am not being stubborn. I hear that word sometimes, and I don't really know what it means. But this "sit"...it's the first thing I'm taught and the thing I'm asked to do most, even though I try to tell you that I don't want to sometimes. I know we are best friends and that maybe you just have trouble understanding me. Can we do less of "sit"?

10/06/2021

Hi, everyone. I haven't been active as I used to be on this page since I retired from dog training and started focusing more on my other profession, Massage Therapy (for dogs and humans). I share several dog-related posts on Wednesdays on this page. All posts are in public setting, so you don't need to be friends to view the posts: https://www.facebook.com/hazuki.tokuue.5

Meanwhile... some of you know my dog Momo. She is now 14.5 years old and retired from taking Sharon's classes. Currently, she is dealing with chronic Pancreatitis and Hypothyroidism and getting Acupuncture every other week. But overall, she is doing well for her age, still enjoys treats and short walks, and I am looking forward to our outings this fall and winter within her comfort level. She says hi to everyone!

07/08/2021

Should companion dogs eat oranges? Dr. Dodds discusses... https://hemopet.org/can-dogs-eat-oranges-and-other-citrus-fruits/

06/30/2021

Please be considerate with Fireworks this 4th of July.

Fireworks🧨explode like magnified gunfire in the exquisitely sensitive ears of wildlife, our companion animals🐾, and our Veterans.

The Forever Dog

05/14/2021

Hiking in even in 80s is too hot for me sometimes. Not only for hiking, but also for regular walks or outings, please do not take your dog(s) out when it's hot outside. I often see people walking their dogs in the evening when the sun is still out and it's still 90 somethings degrees. Walking your dog on hot pavement is another thing. I sometimes see people walking their dogs on hot pavement in parking lot at 4-5pm outside the pet supply stores. If you need to take your dog to the vet inside the pet supply stores like Petsmart, please park your car in front of the store and take your dog in first before you park your car in the parking lot. If you stand on the pavement or sidewalk on barefoot, you will understand how hot it is and how your dog would feel about that.

HIKERS: Keep a close eye on temperatures before you hit the trails! Phoenix trails are closed to dogs when temperatures reach 100 degrees... though hiking even in the 90s is just too hot for our canine companions. Please SHARE to save a life!

Learn more from City of Phoenix, AZ USA: bit.ly/2IXPWWv
Learn more about heat safety for pets: azhumane.org/nohotdogsaz

05/09/2021