Seminars at Petapoluza in January!

Don't miss Petapoluza's Winter Customer Appreciation Party with fun for the whole family! The event will be held over the weekend of January 11-13th. They have a full line-up of events scheduled with educational opportunities as well as many events benefiting local rescue organizations! Visit their website for more detail! http://www.petapoluza.com/

Join HRCC on Sunday January 13th for two presentations:


11:30-12:30~Recall: Ever had the joy of calling your dog and having to stand there forever until he decides to come? I will give you some tips on how to get that reliable recall!



1:00-2:00~Manners: Do you love taking your dog with you but refrain due to their 'bad manners' and over excitement in public (or in your own home:)? I can give you some tips for installing some simple manners in your furry one. These tools will allow for more enjoyable outings (for both of you) and help others to appreciate your dog for the great companion he is!

You can sign up by stopping by or emailing Petapoluza! Hope to see you there:)

Holiday Photos!

Henry Poncho Charlie Molly



Alex Tiger & Nelson Elliott Peloton

Holiday Tips To Keep Your Pet Safe:)

Some little things to keep in mind as we are decorating and celebrating the holidays! Gosh knows for a loving pet owner...nothing brings on stress like an ill pet and/or a trip to the vet!

1) Lovely lilies are commonly used in holiday floral arrangements, but many varieties—including Tiger, Asian, Japanese Show, Stargazer and the Casablanca—can cause kidney failure in cats if ingested.

2) Holly (used in various holiday decor) can cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and lethargy if eaten by your pet. He could suffer gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascular problems.

3) Christmas tree water may contain fertilizers that can cause stomach upset. Stagnant tree water is a breeding ground for bacteria—and your pet could end up with nausea or diarrhea should he decide to take a sip!

Happy Holidays to you and all those you love! Jaycee, Henry, & Poncho

Entertaining Your Dog On Those Crazy Rainy Days!!

Winter can be a tough time for those of us with high energy dogs! As most of you know I have a 1.5 year old lab (Poncho) that tests my ability to be creative each indoor day:) We have discovered that those rainy days can actually be fun for the whole family! Here are some ideas:

1. Use the indoor time to stimulate their mind with training! If they are good with basic manners...teach them a fun trick to entertain your guests at the next dinner party! Remember your dog loves to learn and use his mind. Here is a fun sight to give you some ideas...http://www.loveyourdog.com/tricks.html. Remember training should always be fun for both you and your dog:)

2. Play soccer with your dog indoors with a tennis ball. This keeps the ball on the ground but makes your dog have to chase it around and gets them tired:) This is also a good way to continue working on a good sit stay. Keep in mind that the concept of stay must be installed prior to this being an effective exercise:) Get them on a sit/stay on the other side of the room. From here walk back to your starting point and then start the game once you have given your dog his release cue. These are all little exercises in patience for your dog:)

3. Cat feather toys...AMAZINGLY entertaining to the average high energy dog! Poncho goes nuts for the Go Cat Feather toys. After about 15 minutes of him chasing this around the house his tongue is hanging like we have just been to the park! http://www.go-cat.com

4. I cannot stress work to eat puzzles enough! The kong, buster cube, treat stick, etc . Measure out what you are going to feed your dog for the day. If you have a 1 dog household you can put the food in multiple toys and hide them around the house!! If you have a multiple dog household you can give them in separate areas while you are getting ready to leave for the day and keep one more for a lunch time stop and/or for when you get home for the day. This utilizes your dog's need to work for his food:) Rather than them gulping their food down in 2 seconds you have used this activity more efficiently:)

5. Bully Sticks !! Ahh dog's chewing on a bully stick is said to be the human equivalent to reading a good book or watching a good movie. It fully engages them, lowers anxiety, and can entertain them for quite some time during one session. This activity also gives you the opportunity to do some resource guarding prevention work. Please consult your pet dog trainer for ideas on how to safely and properly do this.

All resources mentioned above can be found at local retailers under Favorite Links on the Henry's Royal Canine Care website! Now you can start enjoying those wet Seattle days:)

Favorite Find For Winter...

Ahh we all know how wonderful our rain boots come in handy this time of year! Well I have discovered a must have for all woman that walk their dogs that is even better...the Sperry Top-Spider slip on rain shoe! They are only $49.95! We can finally mix fashion and function! You can hit the dog park while maintaining a fashionable look. Once back in the car...you can (first turn on the heater:) and then wipe your shoes off and look like you have never been out in the weather! They are actually comfortable as well. I purchased them right before going to a 5 day dog training conference...wore them the whole time with no issues and continue to hit the dog park in them. Happy walking to all:) Hugs-Jaycee, Henry, & Poncho

Halloween is upon us! What is your dog going to be?

Ahh Halloween...the holiday that all dogs DREAD and pet parents LOVE:) My poor Henry has had the pleasure of being an angel, super beagle, pumpkin...ahh the pumpkin outfit was so cute. Oh and of course, the home made "Official Squirrel Chaser' costume...that one actually won us a prize! Poncho will have his 1st Halloween this year...poor kid has no idea what lies ahead:) What our furry loved ones put up with for a few cookies huh! Below are some dog friendly events going on around the city! I have also given some Halloween safety tips for you and your 4-legged family members. With all of the chocolate swirrling you can never be too careful! Don't let the boogie man get ya!! Happy Halloween-Jaycee, Henry, & Poncho

Dog Friendly Halloween Events Around the City:

Dog-O-Ween: Genessee Park Saturday 10/27 11am-2pm. This event is a fund raising event for COLA (Citizens for Off-Leash Areas) More info at http://www.dogoween.org/

Have a Beagle? The Seattle Beagle Rescue will hold their annual Halloween Beaglefest on Saturday 10/27 12pm-4pm at Academy of Canine Behavior in Bothell. More info at

http://www.beaglerescue.org/

Want to take the whole family to the Pumpkin Patch?! The Farm in Snohomish, WA (40ish minutes N of Seattle) has all of the fun that you need...find a pumpkin, go through their corn maze, enjoy some apple cider, and bring your dog!! Dogs must be on-leash and remember to pick up after your furry one. Nelly is the family Basset Hound that loves to follow you around and help you choose the perfect pumpkin. Visiting The Farm is a Barrett family tradition. For more information

http://www.thefarm1.com/.thefarm1.com/

Safety Tips:

Remember that chocolate is very dangerous for your pets. Chocolate contains two potent substances-theobramine & caffeine. The amount of each compound will vary with each type and brand of chocolate. Should your dog ingest some call poison control to determine if a vet visit is necessary. ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 1-888-426-4435. Remember to watch your dogs while out on walks as well...there is bound to be candy that has been dropped.

What is Good for Your Dog?

Pumpkin!! Pumpkin has many vitamins, especially vitamin A. It also has a great deal of fiber. For this reason, pumpkin may be added to a dog’s diet to help in weight loss and weight control. Buying plain canned pumpkin – not the pie filling - is an easy way to add fiber to your dog’s diet. Keep in mind that raw pumpkin is hard on a dog's digestive system and everything in moderation:)