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Good Morning Precious Pet Parent,

In this issue

1. Doggie Washes
2. Pet Insurance
3. Member Spotlight - Hollie
4. Dancing Dog Video

Doggie Washes

Summertime and the frisking is fun!  Ohhh, we doggies
just love summer.  Summer means more time in the park,
more time at the beach, more time trail walking.  It also
means that we doggies get into a lot more “stuff” and need
to be groomed more frequently so that we are at our best
all the time, so it’s doggie wash time!

Good grooming is as important for your precious pet as it is
for humans and its not just for good looks.  We pooches like
to get down and dirty and play with things close to the ground, scurry
around on the beach, dash off into the brush when trail walking
and what that means is that we are a welcome home for pesky
parasites that like to hide in our fur and feed on us.  A good
brushing after any outdoor activity is both welcome, invigorating
and relaxing … gosh!  Can I suggest a daily brush?

Brushing alone will not get rid of dirt, sand, smells, and those
pesky parasites. It is time for a doggie bath.  As more and more
pets live in apartment homes, a doggie bath at home is a bit
of a challenge … what with having to walk through the
house, perhaps jumping on to one of our favorite chairs (the ones that
we are not supposed to sit on) and then of course
it does take time to dry.  Never fear --- where there is a need
there is a solution.  Dog washes are showing up in every major
city and they seem to be either a self serve or an automatic
dog wash.

Now I am not too sure about these automatic dog washes.  Yes,
they do the job with the least amount of effort.  What I am not
keen on is that the doggie is put into a shower like chamber
by himself and then, just as with an automatic car wash, the
water starts to pour, then the shampoo, then more water, then
the drying.   To some dogs this creates anxiety in that they are
crated and may feel helpless.  No soothing human hands on
their bodies to make them feel good or to massage the sore spots.
The blow dryer uses hot air and that tends to dry not only
the fur but promotes dry, scaly skin. 

I prefer the “do it yourself” doggie washes.  Here the pet
parent is with her furry friend throughout the wash.  The
facility is usually equipped with a step up tub, choice of
shampoos, conditioners, and a cool dryer … and a good sized
apron for mommie to wear.  This may take longer but you
can be assured that your pet’s anxieties are laid aside.  The
hand scrunching on the back feels soooo barking good, and
relaxes your puppy.  When done, be sure to reward your
best friend with a treat or two…some dog washes have a
little doggie deli attached.  Woof!  Go for it!

Pet Insurance

Now I need not tell you how far back a small accident or
health issue can set you back financially and as summer
brings on more outdoor activity, the chances of your precious
pooch stepping on a sharp obstacle and cut her paw increases. 
Or, perhaps your poochy ate something that did not agree with
her.  Off to the vet you go and hope that your visa can take
the bill. As your “best friend”  we definitely do not want to
send you to the poor house with vet bills!  Woof!

There is a better option which more and more pet parents are
choosing  and that is to  buy Pet Insurance.  As with human
insurance, there are many options that are available, not the
least of which is liability.  Here are some things to consider
when shopping forpet insurance:

1. look for a company with a good reputation
2. do you want a policy that is for the life of your pet or
for a specific period of time
3. choose a policy that offers both regular and accidental
coverage
4. condition specific – hereditary and genetic conditions

A good thing might be to get several quotes and then take the
quotes to your vet so that he can help you assess the best one. 
It’s always good to check with the professionals who deal most
with what you are looking for.

BooBoo Recommends:  Pet Insurance for You.  There is lots
of good information on what to look for and several insurance
companies listed.

Member Spotlight – Hollie

This month’s spotlight is on  Hollie who is a beautiful mini-dachshund and Chihuahua cross.  Hollie and mommie Bonnie ---woof!  doesn’t that rhyme nicely?--- live
in Las Vegas, Nevada.  Bonnie was doing some volunteer work
with an animal shelter in Vegas and was attending a cocktail \gathering at the Bellagio in the Giorgio Armani Store.  She writes:

" … the puppies at this gathering were rescued from a puppy mill.  She
was the tiniest one in the pen.  One could have her for $13 which included
shots and spaying and the license was just $10 … surely someone would
take her home because I did not really want a dog --- I had two cats
and live in a townhouse with no yard.  That someone turned out to
be me…." And we are so glad that Bonnie took Hollie home.

Hollie is part mini Dachshund and part Chihuahua. 

Dancing Dog Video

Dogs, We’ve Got Talent

Dancing With the Stars – move on over.  Take a look at this
dancing canine and her mommie Kate on the “Britain, We’ve
Got Talent” show.   Even Simon Cowell was impressed. 
New careers for dogs?  dancing dog

Till next time…..

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