St Patricks gifts for the dog lover

I have been feeling a bit green lately.

I guess it is because everyone has a bit of Irish in them for St. Patrick's Day on March 17th.

So to help me bring out the Irish in all of us, DogCandlesAndMore is offering 17% off on any purchase until the 17th using coupon code "green".

Be sure to check out the sales at DogCandlesAndMore.com
Breed of the month.

Of course for St. Patrick's Day, there are only a couple of choices.  This year we picked the Irish Setter.  This wonderful breed is a highly active dog that loves lots of exercise.  They are good watchdogs as they love to watch everything and will gladly announce the arrival of anyone to the yard, including birds and squirrels.







Until Next month,
Fido

Custom Photo Dachshund Gifts

The Dachshund dog breed was originally developed for the flushing out of burrowing animals like badgers. In fact Dachs means badgers and Hund means hound. They are a loud barker and their barking can become a problem without proper training.


When they are left alone, they will often whine until someone joins them. If after some time, no one comes to see what is up, they will often become destructive and chew things in the house. My Dachshund, Hansi, would chew the molding around doors, tear at drapery and once even pulled the ceramic toilet paper holder out of the wall. They are very strong for their size as well.

Many Dachshunds do not like people that they do not know and will use their loud bark to intimidate. And with children, if an unfamiliar child moves to quickly they may snap at them. Additionally, children must be careful around Dachshunds due to issues that they may have with the backs due to being so elongated. Back issues are also aggravated due to being overweight, excessive jumping, or rough handling.

If you have a standard color Dachshund such as a red or black, or even a long haired or wirehaired version, you may find gifts that have good pictures of your Dachshund. But if you have a different color variety such as a dappled where your Dachshund has spots, or a piebald where your Dachshund has various shades of brown over a white background, or you have multi colored Dachshund such as a black and tan, you may not be able to find gifts that look like your dog. For this you may need to find someone that creates unique photo items like candles, ornaments and magnets that feature an actual photo of your one of a kind dog.

Dachshund dog gifts like this are available at
http://www.DogCandlesAndMore.com/dachshundgifts

Dachshund Gifts and information

The name dachshund is a German word and comes from the original purpose of the breed. Dachs means badger, and Hund is dog and they were developed to go into burrows of badgers and flush them out.

They are an elongated dog breed with short legs and are a member of the hound family. They have muscular bodies with paddle like feet to make digging a breeze. The also have elongated snout with a large nose area to absorb scents.

The two recognized standards for dachshunds are Standard (15 to 28lbs) and Miniature (Under 11 lbs), but there is also a standard called a Kaninchen (which means rabbit) (8-10 lbs). There are also three coat varieties; smooth coat (short hair), long hair, and wire hair and all of them come in a wide variety of colors.

Dachshunds can be playful yet stubborn. They love to chase things. I can attest to both traits from my childhood dog Hansi. I would spend most of my summer fishing in a small lake by my parents cabin. Hansi would chase the frogs, birds and whatever was attached to the end of my fishing line, whether that was a fishing float or a hook and worm. As you can imagine, I caught a dog “fish” a number of times, but he never would stop chasing it. As far as the stubborn, he didn’t like to be left alone at home. One time we had to go out so we put him in our basement. He was so mad at us that he managed to pull the rug out from underneath a grand piano.

Dachshunds are very loyal dogs and are also very popular in the United States and in 2008, they ranked 7th in popularity in AKC registrations.

There are many dachshund gifts available from coffee mugs to magnets and ornaments to candles that feature photo quality images. If you have a dachshund or know someone that has a dachshund, they are sure to enjoy a gift featuring images of their dog breed or even their dog.

Dachshund gifts like these are available at http://www.DogCandlesAndMore.com/dachshundgifts

I rescued a human today!

Hello Everyone,

I came accross the poem at the bottom and thought that I would help spread the word.

If anyone is looking for that perfect pet for a holiday gift, please make sure you remind them to visit the local shelters first. Many mixed breeds and purebred dogs are there just begging to find homes. If you’ve seen this poem, please pass it on to a friend that maybe hasn’t!

Don’t forget our “eat turkey” promotion! On average Americans eat almost 14 pounds of turkey each year! In honor of the king of all turkey eating days, Thanksgiving, use the coupon code, “eat turkey” and you will receive 14% off of your entire purchase! Just make sure you order before midnight November 30, 2009.  Start all your holiday shopping with us at DogCandlesAndMore.com featuring over 200 images of over 100 breeds of dogs that can be made into candles, ornaments, magnets and mugs.  The candles have your choice of 8 fragrances, in 3 different sizes.  And if you are looking for that one of a kind gift, the candles, magnets and ornaments can be created with your photo of your dog, cat, or bird.  You name it and we can put it on a great gift for that someone special.

May all your wags be happy,

Love, Fido

I RESCUED A HUMAN TODAY by Janine Allen

Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her.

I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn’t be afraid. As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage. I didn’t want her to know that I hadn’t been walked today. Sometimes the overworked shelter keepers get too busy and I didn’t want her to think poorly of them.

As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn’t feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone’s life.

She got down on her knees and made little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against the bars to comfort her. Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship. A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well.

Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped into her arms.

I would promise to keep her safe.

I would promise to always be by her side.

I would promise to do everything I could to see that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes.

I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor. So many more are out there who haven’t walked the corridors. So many more to be saved. At least I could save one.

I rescued a human today.

http://rescuemedog.org/dog-blog/i-rescued-a-human-today-by-janine-allen/

Written by Janine Allen CPDT, Rescue Me Dog's professional dog trainer. Janine's passion is working with people and their dogs. She provides demonstrations for those who have adopted shelter dogs, lends email support to adopted dog owners that need information beyond our Training Support Pages, and aids shelter staff and volunteers in understanding dog behavior to increase their adoptability. Copyright 2009 Rescue Me Dog; www.rescuemedog.org

Hiking with your dog!

Hello All,

Can you believe that it’s November already? I know the leaves have almost all fallen here in Ohio, but it is sure a good time to take a fall walk and enjoy the beauty before winter hits! This is my favorite time of year… did I hear the word walk… you wait here while I get my leash!

I thought I’d pass on some hiking tips for my four legged friends.

1. Try not to use the extending types of leashes in the park. You might spend more time untangling your pooch if he gets too far ahead of you than actually walking!

2. If you dog responds well to commands, (what one doesn’t!?!) you might want to let him off leash. This is a great way for him to do some exploring on his own, just make sure the park / area you are at allows unleashed pups!

3. Remember, not everyone is a dog lover (yes, hard to believe) so make sure you have your leash ready if you see someone on the trail.

4. Always make sure your dog has I.D. tags on him! Leashed or un-leashed, it's always better to play it safe and wear those I.D. tags!

5. You never know what you will encounter on a hike, make sure your dogs shots are up to date!

6. It’s a great way to start training your dog if you give him treats whenever you pass by others. This way your pooch will learn to come to you when he sees others.

7. Even in the woods, you still must clean up after your dog! Please!

8. Stay hydrated! Bring water for two! Don’t like your pooch drink from puddles… Yuck!

9. Lastly, once your walk is complete, give your dog a good look over. Make sure you check for ticks and other bugs. Be thorough! When in doubt regarding a bite, always check with your vet!

Did everyone have fun this Halloween? Does anyone have a photo to share of their dog dressed up for Halloween? Please send them to me! I’d love to see them! Send them to: photos@dogcandlesandmore.com

New Product Introductions

Well it is quickly beginning to be that season of gift giving again! Our candles, mug, magnets and ornaments will make a great gift for that special dog lover in your life! This year, we thought that we would expand on the MORE part of our name and we have created a number of special holiday candles. We have Santas, Poinsettias, Snowmen and more. Be sure and check out the designs. Due to our shopping cart, they are showing up under the H breeds, but you can click here to go there directly. We even have some special scents to go along with the special designs. Be sure and check out these special designs so that you have holiday candles to burn during your festivities!

Don’t forget to place your order early to make sure it arrives in plenty of time for the holidays! Speaking of the holidays, did you know that the average american eats almost 14 pounds of turkey each year! In honor of the king of all tukey eating days, Thanksgiving, use the coupon code “eat turkey” and you will receive 14% off of your entire purchase! Just make sure you order before midnight November 30, 2009.

Remember at Thanksgiving to be thankful for all of your friends and family and those especially that surround your holiday table. We are all blessed in so many ways! Stay healthy, remember to wash those paws!

Love, Fido

PS. Don’t forget about our holiday offer! Use the coupon code “eat turkey” and save 14 percent on your entire order! You better hurry, this offer will be gone before the leftovers and is only good until midnight, November 30, 2009!

May all your wags be happy!

8 ways to keep your dog safe this Halloween!

Hello All,

It’s October! Time for turning leaves, pumpkin picking and Halloween treats! I love this time of year, don’t you? I thought I’d pass along some Halloween safety tips for all of my 4 legged friends!

1. Chocolate is a no-no for dogs. It can cause all sorts of problems for dogs including vomiting, diarrhea and even seizures. Candy containing artificial sweeteners can be poisonous too, and be very careful of candy wrappers that get left around; the foil and cellophane wrappers can cause choking!

2. Don’t let dogs eat pumpkins or decorative corn. They can cause gastrointestinal upset or intestinal blockage!

3. If you decorate for the holiday be careful to hide electric cords and keep decorations out of reach! Puppies love to chew!

4. If you carve a pumpkin, be careful if you light it. An excited pup can knock over the lit pumpkin and start a fire or get burned!

5. Please don’t dress up your dog unless he really wants to, sometimes a dog can get very uncomfortable and it causes stress.

6. If your dog does love to dress up, make sure the costume is safe. It should not constrict movement, hearing or sight. Try a “dress rehearsal” night. Make sure there are no small pieces parts to chew off! Remember a festive bandana is another option!

7. Too many costumed visitors can scare a dog! If he seems upset, maybe you might need to put him in a separate room during the busy times.

8. When you open the door for trick or treaters, make sure your dog doesn’t dart outside! And always make sure you dog is wearing his collar with identification! Just incase he escapes and becomes lost!

To help celebrate Halloween, I wanted to extend to you a ghostly good savings offer. If you go to www.DogCandlesAndMore.com you will save 21% off your entire order. Just use coupon code “howl” and receive 21% off! This offer will last just about as long as the candy in our house and it will be gone on October 31, 2009. What would look really great would be to dress your dog up in it's costume and order a photo candle with the picture. If you check out the http://www.DogCandlesAndMore.com/custom page, you will see Lacey all dressed up as Underdog and see how great a candle would look with your picture!

Happy Halloween!

May all your wags be happy!

Love, Fido!

P.S. Don’t forget to send in your Halloween photos of your dogs! I’d love to see them and post them on my site!

PPS. Don’t forget about our hollowing discount! Save 21%! Hurry, offer expires on October 31, 2009!

10 ways to know you are spoiling your dog!

Hello all,

What a beautiful week it has been here in Northeast Ohio. Warm sunny days followed by cool nights. Great for busy days and sleeping at night!

This month, when I was looking at all of the things that happened in September, I couldn’t believe the number of TV Premier Anniversary’s there were. Some of the more popular shows were:

25th Anniversary of “The Cosby Show”

40th Anniversary of “Scooby-Doo, Where Are You?” Isn't he one of the coolest dogs ever?

45th Anniversary of “The Munster’s” and “Flipper”

55th Anniversary of “The Tonight Show”

And can you believe it, it is the 60th Anniversary of “The Lone Ranger”

Those are some great shows; I especially like Scooby and Flipper! Pass that popcorn!

Some other interesting dates in September are:

13th – Grandparents Day
20th – Women’s Friendship Day
26th – Family Health and Fitness Day USA - why not take you dog for a walk?
28th – Family Day – A Day to eat dinner with the children. Shouldn't you do that every day?

Wow, a lot of family activities, I like that too! Instead of a joke this month, I thought that I would have you picture David Letterman and introduce the

Top Ten Signs You Spoil Your Dog:

10. You think begging for table scraps is beneath him, so you let your dog eat at the table with you.
9. You take him to the supermarket and let him pick out his own dog food.
8. Your husband comes home from work, looks at the stew on the stove and asks: "Is this people food or dog food?"
7. You bought matching His & Hers place mats for your dog and yourself.
6. At dinner parties you always have to double-check the butter for visible lick marks, before putting it on the table.
5. Your dog gets to vote on where to spend the next family vacation.
4. You don't care if you or your spouse are comfortable at night, as long as Fido has enough room on the bed.
3. You complain about the rising costs of groceries, but you don't think twice about spending a fortune on doggie treats.
2. Your dog always gets the best spot on the couch and sometimes he even gets to hold the remote.

and now with a drum roll.......

1. He has his own e-mail address.

#4 is true in my house, I usually get the first pick of the bed, since I’m there first! And Gosh, so is #1… is something wrong with that?? He-he

If your dog has you spoiling them, send us pictures of them showing off one of the ten above and we will post them out to the dog park. Also, let us know which of the ten you are guilty of. If we get a number of responses we will let you know in another issue as to which was the most common way we spoil our pets.

Ok, so now it is time to get back to work. Since it is getting towards the holiday season, I would like to help you get your shopping started early so you don't have to worry about it later. I am sure you know somebody with a dog and our American Made candles and ornaments make great gifts for every dog lover in your life. This is our BEST offer that we will be offering before the holidays. Go to DogCandlesAndMore.com and use the coupon code “topten” and receive 25% off your total order or if you were considering multiple items, if you order 3 items, the lowest cost one will be free. To take advantage of our multiple item discount, email us what 3 items you were looking to purchase and we will set up a special discount code just for you.

Just be sure and place your order before September 30, 2009 to take advantage of this savings and if you would like us to hold up shipping until a later date, just let us know and we will be help you out.

May all your wags be happy!

Love, Fido!

P.S. Don't forget to order by September 30th to take advantage of our buy 2 get 1 free offer, or 25% off your entire purchase. Either way you can't lose as these are the best discounts we will offer this year.

P.P.S. Also remember, that if you want us to hold your order for a future shipping date, just let us know.