New Year’s Resolution for You and The Dog

2009 is only a few hours from being behind us. On to 2010 and what many put hope of a new beginning. Its really a great thing to do and New Year’s resolutions aren’t cliche anymore. Its a time to set goals, go for a better way of being, thinking, and doing.

Number one on everyone’s list should be:

Wag more.

Yep. Even if you aren’t a dog owner it’s a good rule to live by. Of course dog owners know exactly what that means. Dogs tend to wag at the slightest hint of possibility. For the most part, those who wag more have more joy, harmony, gratitude, and peace of mind than those who spend their time barking about whatever is presented them on a moment to moment basis.

Along with wag more the highest of priorities should be health and fitness. Without it the chances of your happiness and self fulfillment becoming a reality are much smaller. Doesn’t matter if you are person or dog, if you don’t feel good, if you are overweight, if you can’t get out and move its not a fun place to be.

So here they are. Top priorities for 2010. You and the dog:

• Wag more.
• Get fit.
• Loose those extra pounds.
• Find peace of mind.

For the dog finding peace of mind and wagging more are easier than for most of the thinking two legged communities we live in. Make it a point to take a lesson from our four legged friends there on a daily basis. Wag more.

Getting fit and losing extra pounds.... well.... those are more under the two legged friends control and our dogs rely on us for the opportunities to join in the movement on those fronts.

The truth of the matter is it is much easier to accomplish weight loss and getting fit when you have a loyal training partner to rely on. Perfect for dog owners. You’ll never find a more loyal training partner, ready to go at any moment’s notice, never an excuse and always with a big inviting wag of excitement to go.

Awesome. So we have established that weight loss and getting fit are big on the New Year’s resolution list. We’ve also established that the chances of it actually happening are high when you have someone to rely on.

Perfect.

Then this is for you. Your dog is already willing to sign up. Done.

Now all you need another coach to inspire you, provide a simple program you can follow with the help of your dog, add a little encouragement here and there and send you what to do every week.

Done.

How to Run Your 1st 5K
with Your Dog as
Your Most Loyal Training Partner

It’s easy, its fun, you get to do it with your dog and it will work.

Click to find out more about Running Your 1st 5K with Your Dog as Your Training Partner.

Even if you don’t want to actually sign up for a 5K you’ll enjoy all the benefits of a training program written for you and your dog to follow. Getting encouragement from a coach and 9 time Ironman finisher that knows dogs, knows how to train for fitness and has found success in coaching others to their best.

Go ahead. Make 2010 your year. Look good, feel good, get fit, and wag more.


Canine Cross Training *fitness & health programs for you and your dog

San Diego Dog Training Camps & Private Coaching

©Jt Clough and K9 Coach, Inc www.SitK9Sit.com www.GoTrainYourDog.com

Dog House and Potty Training: Pet Stain Removal

Whether you have a dog or puppy that hasn't quite gotten the "potty training" thing, or you have a new addition to the family this is for you. Not only are these the best products you can find ANYWHERE to aid in the potty training process, the ability to clean old pet stains is beyond outstanding.

As a professional dog trainer, one of the biggest dog problems I get called with is how to house train or potty train the beloved dog. With all of my years of experience no one has put together more comprehensive information than Plant Urine. Go to their website and save yourself a lot of money, end up with a dog that is part of the family with freedoms to enjoy your home.

Year End Sale. TODAY ONLY is your LAST CHANCE to SAVE 25% OFF YOUR ENTIRE ORDER!!

Celebrate the New Year! Hurry because this offer is for TODAY ONLY!

SAVE 25% on ALL PRODUCTS!
Use Coupon Code "TODAYONLY"

• UrineOut Powder
• Smells No More
• No-P Housebreaking Aid
• Godzilla Buster
• LawnSaver
• and much, much more!

Here's how to redeem your 25% discount:

1. Go to this link: Planet Urine

2. Place items in your Shopping Cart.

3. Continue shopping or Checkout.

4. Type the Coupon Code "TODAYONLY" (minus quotes) into the Coupon Code field and click Apply.

5. Your 25% discount will be applied to your ENTIRE order.

Offer expires midnight CDT, so order now.




Jt Clough and K9 Coach, Inc. www.SitK9Sit.com www.GoTrainYourDog.com

10 Best iPhone Apps for Dog Lovers

Its the aftermath of the gift giving holidays. Time off before the New Year is common and its a great time to figure out how to use all of those fun electronic gadgets and gifts you received. For dog lovers there are interesting new aspects to gifts that pertain to your world.

From training your dog to teaching dog tricks to finding a local dog park in your area or an area you are visiting, the new iPhone dog apps are a must for dog owners.

Make sure to leave us a comment about what your dog got for the holidays and remember our fitness program starting January 1st tailored for you to get back into shape, lose some extra pounds while relying on your most loyal training partner ever. Your very best friend. Your dog.

10 Best iPhone Apps for Dog Lovers

Canine Cross Training Program *A fitness and health program for you and your dog coming Jan 1, 2010

San Diego Dog Training Camps & Private Coaching

DNA Breed Identification Kit

How To Remove Urine
6 Easy Steps for a Proven Method of
Urine Removal. Freedom is Possible!

Jt Clough and K9 Coach, Inc. www.SitK9Sit.com www.GoTrainYourDog.com

Holiday Dog Food - The Good and The Bad

Just plain dog food kibble, especially the same kind of dog kibble every day can get a little boring. Since we love our dogs so much, we tend to give them a special treat during the holidays. Usually something from the more than fabulous holiday dinner being prepared to share with friends and family.

The truth of the matter is a little “real” food isn’t a bad thing for your dog. Most commercial dog food is REALLY scary and knowing the facts on some premium dog foods quickly explains why our dogs are getting fat, acquiring health problems and dying younger.

That being said, not all food good for humans is good for the dog either. In fact there are some very common foods that can be harmful, even deadly to our dogs’ long and short term health.

Because these foods are so common and many of them a good healthy choice for humans yet not well known to be harmful or toxic for dogs here is a list to help spread the word to dog lovers. *Send this article to all your dog people friends so they know!

• Turkey Skin - Tis the season for this food item in most households. A little turkey for the dog. What a great idea. Just remove the skin first. Turkey skin is known to cause pancreatitis dogs.
  
• Bones - Cooked bones can be a real problem for your dog. Small or large they become brittle once cooked, causing the bone to splitter and lodge in the throat or even worse yet the intestines. Bad news. Uncooked larger soup bones are not a bad thing for the dog and can be gotten from your local store meat counter.
• Grapes/Raisins - This is one that is not commonly known and surprises most dog owners. This fruit is extremely toxic to dogs. Grapes and raisins contain an unknown toxin and as little as a handful can cause kidney failure in dogs.
• Nuts - Macadamia nuts are known to cause tremors, weakness or paralysis in the hindquarters or your dog. The good thing it isn’t deadly and the symptoms wear off after a short while, still not a good thing even short term. Walnuts are considered poisonous to dogs and can cause gastroenteritis.
• Chocolate - Bakers chocolate or dark chocolate contains the substance Theobromine. The substance is similar to caffeine and is described as poisonous for dogs but the most common toxic effect is heart attack.
• Nutmeg - Is a hallucinogen in dogs. Some may have the thought cross their mind... “cool”.... However your dog might not think the altered state is that cool really!

Enjoy your holidays. Get some exercise with your dog, and drink lots of water.

©Jt Clough and K9Coach, Inc. www.SitK9Sit.com www.GoTrainYourDog.com

San Diego Dog Training Camps and Private Coaching

Online Training Fitness & Health Programs
*(Canine Cross Training Programs Starting Jan 1)

How To Remove Urine
6 Easy Steps for a Proven Method of
Urine Removal. Freedom is Possible!

Holiday Dog Events - Cocktails and Canines

San Diego, America's Finest City... and incredibly dog friendly to boot! San Diego offers some of the finest dog friendly events as well.

Check out what's on the calendar for the upcoming holiday week and get out and have some fun with your dog....

Canines N Cocktails Happy Hour - December 22

Hotel Indigo and City Dog
Canines N Cocktails Happy Hour
Tuesday December 22, 2009 6:30pm-9:30pm

Hotel Indigo 950 Island Avenue San Diego, CA 92101
Gone are the dog days of dining! Hotel Indigo and City Dog are going arms wide for you and your furry friends. What could be better than listening to good music, enjoying tasty drinks and socializing with other dogs and their humans...
Info:619-727-4000

Dog Happy Hour - December 23

The FleetWood
Dog Happy Hour
Wednesday December 23, 2009 5:00pm - 7:00pm

The Fleetwood 639 J Street San Diego CA 92101
The FleetWood Serves Up a Doggone Good Time. Now dogs can eat, drink and mix at The FleetWood. Back by popular demand,dogs of all sizes and breeds are invited to The FleetWood's Dog Happy Hour every Wednesday from 5-7 p.m. Dog lovers will abound to the lush heated patio, while sitting back, relaxing and enjoying half-price wine bottles and $4 "You Call It's." Guests can also choose from a variety of specialty cocktails, such as the "FleetWood Mojito," "Applejack" and "Julius." The pups will feel right at home with their very own dog treat menu.
Info:The Fleetwood 619-702-7700

Fitness Training For You & The Dog






Jt Clough and K9 Coach, Inc. www.SitK9Sit.com www.GoTrainYourDog.com

Mixed Breed Dog? How To Find Out What Breeds Make Up Your Dog

Mixed breed dogs are cool. Shelter dogs and rescues dogs are a combination of more than one breed or many breeds, though pure breed shelter dogs are on the rise as well. Many times we wonder what breeds our dog is made up of out of love and out of curiosity.

As dog owners we tend to adore our dogs and the question comes up. “I wonder what kind of dog you are?” Curiosity is known for killing the cat but when it comes to knowing what breed your dog is the answers can help with many aspects of your dog’s life.

Dog breeds come with a variety of traits and knowing what those are can aid in training, especially if you have a dog that is showing signs of behavior problems. Diet and exercise needs are different according to breed and knowing the facts can aid in a prolonged dog life. Dog health and fitness varies and can be breed specific. Knowing the breed facts is a huge advantage in your relationship with the happiest friend and confident most people have.

In the recent past it’s been an extensive vet lab procedure to find this information out, but as our technology continues to evolve in the pet care industry, there is now a DNA Identification test available at a very low cost, sent right to your home. You don’t have to load the dog up and find yourself in for way more than you bargained for at an expensive doggie doctor appointment.

If you’ve been wondering the breeds your beloved dog is made up of order your own DNA Breed Identification Test Kit. The Canine DNA testing is easy and safe for your pet, and can be done at home. Simply swab the cheek of your dog with the enclosed foam collection device. Then just send the Dog DNA test ID card, along with the customer information card in the enclosed prepaid envelope to BioPet Vet Lab.

Makes a great holiday gift for dog lovers with a mixed breed dog or for those who just want to know more about their beloved family member, the dog!

Click to order your DNA Identification Test Kit

Online Dog Heath & Fitness

San Diego Dog Training Programs

©Jt Clough and K9 Coach, Inc. 2009 www.SitK9Sit.com www.GoTrainYourDog.com

K9 Coach Dog & Puppy Training on Facebook

Dog Bone Treat Recipe - Perfect Christmas Dog Gift

The holidays are upon us and the shopping malls are a bit crazy these days. For those of you with dogs on you Christmas shopping list here’s a great idea that’s cost effective and the dogs will love.

Everyone knows chocolate is not good for the dog. A fact not well known though is carob is a substitute that dogs can eat and it makes us humans feel so sweet to give that special bonus dog treat.

Carob information: The carob tree is cultivated for its edible seed pods. Carob, dried or roasted has a slightly sweet taste. It's used in powder or chip form as a substitute for chocolate in cakes and cookies. Carob is used as a non-toxic alternative to chocolate in dog treats, as the theobromine in chocolate is toxic to most dogs.

Carob Dog Bone Treat Recipe

Dough Ingredients

1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup canola oil
2 eggs
3 tablespoons peanut butter (non sweetened)
2 teaspoons vanilla
1 1/4 cups unbleached flour
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup rolled oats

Keep additional flour ready to roll dough without sticking to the rolling pin.

*Personally I flattened the dough using my hands and additional flour.

Mix water, oil, eggs, vanilla and peanut butter with a wire whisk. Add flour, cornmeal and oats using a mixer or by hand mixing.

Divide dough in thirds and place 1/3rd on floured surface. Flour top of dough and gently knead, adding more flour until dough is pliable enough to roll. (Or flatten evenly using your hand)

Roll to 1/2 to 3/4 inch thickness and cut using a bone shaped cookie cutter. (Another shape of your choice will work too!)

Preheat oven to 400 F. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes depending on thickness.

Carob Dip

1/2 lb carob chips
1/4 cup milk

Melt carob chips in microwave at half power for 1 minute. Stir in milk and microwave at half power for 1 more minute. Stir to smooth consistency.

After bones have cooled dip one end in warm carob mixture. Place on surface to cool.

Store these dog treats the same way you would homemade cookies. An airtight container is best. Since there are no preservatives in these treats refrigeration is best or if the treats are not used within a couple of weeks freeze them. Thaw completely before feeding.

Your dog will love the treats. It’s a great idea for all of your dog owning friends and family as a holiday gift.

Enjoy, and don’t forget to go outside and get some exercise with your dog. Its good for you. It’s good for your dog.

©Jt Clough and K9 Coach, Inc. 2009 www.SitK9Sit.com www.GoTrainYourDog.com

K9 Coach Dog & Puppy Training on Facebook