USEFUL LINKS FOR DOG OWNERS BELOW
Riggs Miniature Schnauzer store on Zazzle -- Christmas card pictured.
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I have designed over 250 unique Schnauzer and Wine products at RiggsMiniSchnauzer via zazzle. These designs are mine or from what my daughter has painted for me. I have created Schnauzer ceramic dog bowls, Schnauzer pillows, Schnauzer shoes, Schnauzer coffee mugs, Schnauzer leggings, Schnauzer shoes, Schnauzer christmas cards, Schnauzer flip flops, Schanuzer shirts, wine products and more. I have linked a few store collections below. Click on the link to view a collection or this link to view all the collections at once, RiggsMiniSchnauzer. I absolutely LOVE designing Schnauzer and WINE products. These are two of my favorite things on earth. All products through zazzle are very high quality, well made and great customer service. Schnauzer ART below.
LINK TO ORDER SCHNAUZER PRODUCTS LINK TO ORDER DOG BOWLS, BED, LEASHES & COLLARS |
ORDER: Schnauzer Leggings, Schnauzer Hoodies, Schnauzer Flip flops, Schnauzer Shoes... I have over 86 Schnauzer Apparel Designs/Items
Reputable Maine Coon Breeders (Parents are imports from European lines)
Maine Coons are called the gentle giants of the cat world. They make wonderful family pets and are great with children too. They are like 'fluffy low maintenance dogs' that use a litter box. Maine Coons have my heart along with my Miniature Schnauzers. Maine Coons get along wonderfully with dogs too!
I will start having my first litters in the summer to fall of 2019. In the meantime, please visit my website. Riggs Maine Coon Cattery
I will start having my first litters in the summer to fall of 2019. In the meantime, please visit my website. Riggs Maine Coon Cattery
Are you looking for a Maine Coon Breeder of European Import Lines who is located in the USA with health tested parents--then click the link below for more details. Maine Coons are gentle giants and great family pets...they get along wonderfully with dogs too!
Click link to visit website. https://www.indianamainecoons.com/
Click link to visit website. https://www.indianamainecoons.com/
Vapers and Pets — Safety Tips for Smokers and Vapers who Care about Their Pets
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If you ever read the labels on your e-juices, they clearly state: “keep away from children and pets”. This is because most e-juices contain nicotine, which, if consumed, can be extremely dangerous for kids as well as pets. Read MORE here. https://www.migvapor.com/ecig-news/vaping-and-pets/
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Home Safety Guide for Pet Owners
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To many of the 164 million American pet owners their animals are part of their family. Pet owners make huge investments in food, toys, and much more to ensure their companions have happy and fulfilling lives.
http://www.expertise.com/home-and-garden/pet-safety-guide. |
Cost of Owning a Dog. $$$
Here is great link that outlines the cost of owning a dog/cat and points out why you don't want a "cheap" purebred dog. If the breeder is doing their job, they are spending quite a bit of money on all of their dogs including the puppy. If you can't afford a well-bred dog... you might want to wait until you can before settling for the cheap puppy. It costs money to raise dogs and breed for good health. Pet cost calculator link and more information on the cost of owning a pet in the link too.
http://www.thesimpledollar.com/pet-cost-calculator/
http://www.thesimpledollar.com/pet-cost-calculator/
Grooming a Miniature Schnauzer at Home
Here are a few good links to help you get started. :)
http://miniatureschnauzer.ca/grooming.php
Video of a Miniature Schnauzer being groomed.
http://www.schnauzers-rule.com/dog-grooming.html
http://miniatureschnauzer.ca/grooming.php
Video of a Miniature Schnauzer being groomed.
http://www.schnauzers-rule.com/dog-grooming.html
Health Concerns for Mini-Schnauzers.
Potty Training Puppies
I think these are helpful sites when it comes to different methods of potty training and deciding what will work for you.
http://puppycareinfo.com/series/potty-train-puppy/
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+2114&aid=157
http://puppycareinfo.com/series/potty-train-puppy/
http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+2114&aid=157
Vaccination Recommendations for Puppies
The web site at the end of this paragraph has helpful information regarding vaccinations schedules for puppies. Remember that PARVO is very contagious and your puppy should not be placed on the ground outside or inside, when you have doubts about the safety of the area. http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm?c=2+2115&aid=960
Pet Disaster Preparedness for Renters & Homeowners: A Complete List
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Natural disasters can strike anywhere, destroying property and endangering lives. Such disasters displaced over 42 million people from their homes in 2014, and earthquakes, storms, and floods cause billions of dollars in damages.
LINK: https://usinsuranceagents.com/pet-disaster-preparedness-renters-homeowners |
Dog Training Merchandise, Treats, Toys, and More linked below.
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Schutzhund training dog harnesses - Schutzhund dog bite tugs and sleeves, dog muzzles and collars.
Leather and nylon tracking dog harnesses - Spiked and studded, decorated and working dog harnesses.
K9 dog collars of leather - K9 dog leashes and muzzles, dog bite tugs and toys.
Super lightweight Boxer dog muzzles - Wire cage and genuine leather dog muzzles.
Specialized dog harnesses crafted for different breeds - Wide choice of high quality dog harnesses for different purposes: training, agitation, walking, pulling etc.
Handcrafted, high quality dog harnesses for strict dogs - Great variety of dog harnesses models, sizes and colors. Find the perfect harness for your beloved dog. High quality is guaranteed
Finest Quality, Strong Dog Leashes for any Activity - Looking for a certain type of leash? Visit our store and you will find best leather, nylon or chain leashes for any type of activity!
Brand New Top Quality Dog Collars For All Breeds - Plenty of leather and nylon, everyday and training collars for all breeds. Unique handcrafted designs.
Bull Terrier leather muzzles - Lots of muzzles for other breeds also presented.
Wire muzzles for medium dogs - Order a muzzle for small and large breeds.
High quality large dog muzzles - As well as plenty of dog muzzles for several breeds
Chain dog leashes - The best quality metal collars for training also offered.
Herm Sprenger training dog collars - Choose quality dog collars from trusted manufacturer.
Cane Corso dog muzzles - Besides, you can order a muzzle for more than 30 breeds.
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Leather dog muzzles for safe training - Doberman dog muzzles, Cane Corso dog muzzles, Rottweiler dog muzzles.
Protection dog bite sleeves - Police dog bite sleeves, bite suits and covers.
Schutzhund training dog leashes - Strong dog harnesses, hidden bite sleeves and bite tugs for training.
Wire cage, leather, painted dog muzzles - Finest quality dog harnesses, leashes, collars.
Dog training collars - Dog harnesses and muzzles, bite tugs and sleeves for effective training.
Leather dog muzzles for safe training - Doberman dog muzzles, Cane Corso dog muzzles, Rottweiler dog muzzles.
What makes a responsible pet owner?
My friend and I got on the subject the other day. She volunteers at an animal shelter. We were having coffee.
“I gotta tell you what happened.”
“Right before closing, I had this lady at my counter with a small black dog.
‘It’s not my fault,’ the lady told me. ‘This dog is obviously over-bred. I was promised that he wouldn’t shed, but he does – everywhere. And he pees everywhere too.
‘The kids begged and begged for a dog. I gave in but I told them, you’ll have to take care of him yourselves. And of course they agreed. But did they? Of course not! It all got dumped on me. As usual. Never wanted the stupid thing in the first place.
‘Last night I got up to get a drink of water and stepped straight into a big pile of dog poop. That was the final straw.
‘I’m sure you understand I did all I could. The dog is obviously over-bred. It’s not my fault!’
My friend gave a deep sigh. “The woman so floored me, I couldn’t think of what to say. I came through the counter, took the dog’s leash and led him away. He’s a sweet little boy and no trouble at all. I took a long walk afterward.
“How can people get it so wrong?”
I shook my head. “No one ever tells people how to be a responsible pet owner. Instead they get their ears and eyeballs filled up with stories of Evil Breeders. Victimhood is so much simpler than to stand up and take responsibility.
“It’s way too easy to put a solitary bulls-eye on all breeders as the blanket cause of shelters full of abandoned animals. A good dog breeder is definitely part of the solution, but so is a responsible pet owner.
“The popular press is curiously silent about this. It is loud on the subject of titillatingly horrific videos of stomach-turning breeding facilities, and we hear a lot these days about “over-bred” problem dogs.
“But what about the other side of the coin?”
I thought about our conversation over the next several days. What makes a responsible pet owner?
I figured there were ten things to watch out for.
1. A responsible pet owner is not in a rush to get a dog. She knows that she is purchasing a companion who will be with her for the next 15 years. She does not try to get a dog for under the Christmas tree or for a birthday.
2. A responsible pet owner never gets a dog just “for the kids”. She knows that at least one adult household member must be willing to be fully responsible for the animal.
3. Unless she is a responsible breeder, a responsible pet owner does not breed and spays her dog or neuters him. She never wants to “just have one litter” so the kids can see “the miracle of birth”.
4. A responsible pet owner realizes that even with busy modern lifestyles, dogs need exercise. This is includes regular walks. She knows that many canine behavior problems can be eliminated or at least mitigated with sufficient exercise.
5. Whenever possible, she takes her dog with her. She knows that a happy dog is one with lots of stimulation and interaction.
6. A responsible pet owner microchips her dog and has him registered with one of the lost and found organizations. She also has him licensed with her county.
7. A responsible pet owner keeps up with her dog’s health. She checks him weekly for possible health issues and makes sure her dog gets regular wellness exams.
8. A responsible pet owner trains her dog. This can be in formal classes or from a book, but dogs love to learn; they become more sociable and excellent companions through training. If her dog has behavior problems, she is persistent in looking for help and answers and keeps going until she finds workable answers. She also realizes that if there is a persistent problem, most likely there is something that she is doing that is perpetuating the problem.
9. A responsible pet owner continues to educate herself. She keeps on learning about her breed, possible health issues and the latest in training protocols.
10. A responsible pet owner knows that once she has made the original commitment, her dog is her responsibility for life. Like a child or a marriage, there are no give backs because the dog is no longer convenient or entertaining. It's in sickness or in health, 'til death do us part.
I gave my friend my friend the list. “What do you think?”
“I’m framing this and putting this on the wall behind the counter.”
“That would be great; if it helps just one dog have a better, more responsible owner, it'll be worth it."
I've heard about the excellent responsible pet ownership program they have in Calgary, Canada. Maybe that's why that city has the lowest kill rate (how many pets are put to sleep) in North America?
Maybe this is the missing puzzle piece in the problem of pets in shelters?
Just maybe.
http://www.about-small-dogs.com/what-makes-a-responsible-pet-owner.html
My friend and I got on the subject the other day. She volunteers at an animal shelter. We were having coffee.
“I gotta tell you what happened.”
“Right before closing, I had this lady at my counter with a small black dog.
‘It’s not my fault,’ the lady told me. ‘This dog is obviously over-bred. I was promised that he wouldn’t shed, but he does – everywhere. And he pees everywhere too.
‘The kids begged and begged for a dog. I gave in but I told them, you’ll have to take care of him yourselves. And of course they agreed. But did they? Of course not! It all got dumped on me. As usual. Never wanted the stupid thing in the first place.
‘Last night I got up to get a drink of water and stepped straight into a big pile of dog poop. That was the final straw.
‘I’m sure you understand I did all I could. The dog is obviously over-bred. It’s not my fault!’
My friend gave a deep sigh. “The woman so floored me, I couldn’t think of what to say. I came through the counter, took the dog’s leash and led him away. He’s a sweet little boy and no trouble at all. I took a long walk afterward.
“How can people get it so wrong?”
I shook my head. “No one ever tells people how to be a responsible pet owner. Instead they get their ears and eyeballs filled up with stories of Evil Breeders. Victimhood is so much simpler than to stand up and take responsibility.
“It’s way too easy to put a solitary bulls-eye on all breeders as the blanket cause of shelters full of abandoned animals. A good dog breeder is definitely part of the solution, but so is a responsible pet owner.
“The popular press is curiously silent about this. It is loud on the subject of titillatingly horrific videos of stomach-turning breeding facilities, and we hear a lot these days about “over-bred” problem dogs.
“But what about the other side of the coin?”
I thought about our conversation over the next several days. What makes a responsible pet owner?
I figured there were ten things to watch out for.
1. A responsible pet owner is not in a rush to get a dog. She knows that she is purchasing a companion who will be with her for the next 15 years. She does not try to get a dog for under the Christmas tree or for a birthday.
2. A responsible pet owner never gets a dog just “for the kids”. She knows that at least one adult household member must be willing to be fully responsible for the animal.
3. Unless she is a responsible breeder, a responsible pet owner does not breed and spays her dog or neuters him. She never wants to “just have one litter” so the kids can see “the miracle of birth”.
4. A responsible pet owner realizes that even with busy modern lifestyles, dogs need exercise. This is includes regular walks. She knows that many canine behavior problems can be eliminated or at least mitigated with sufficient exercise.
5. Whenever possible, she takes her dog with her. She knows that a happy dog is one with lots of stimulation and interaction.
6. A responsible pet owner microchips her dog and has him registered with one of the lost and found organizations. She also has him licensed with her county.
7. A responsible pet owner keeps up with her dog’s health. She checks him weekly for possible health issues and makes sure her dog gets regular wellness exams.
8. A responsible pet owner trains her dog. This can be in formal classes or from a book, but dogs love to learn; they become more sociable and excellent companions through training. If her dog has behavior problems, she is persistent in looking for help and answers and keeps going until she finds workable answers. She also realizes that if there is a persistent problem, most likely there is something that she is doing that is perpetuating the problem.
9. A responsible pet owner continues to educate herself. She keeps on learning about her breed, possible health issues and the latest in training protocols.
10. A responsible pet owner knows that once she has made the original commitment, her dog is her responsibility for life. Like a child or a marriage, there are no give backs because the dog is no longer convenient or entertaining. It's in sickness or in health, 'til death do us part.
I gave my friend my friend the list. “What do you think?”
“I’m framing this and putting this on the wall behind the counter.”
“That would be great; if it helps just one dog have a better, more responsible owner, it'll be worth it."
I've heard about the excellent responsible pet ownership program they have in Calgary, Canada. Maybe that's why that city has the lowest kill rate (how many pets are put to sleep) in North America?
Maybe this is the missing puzzle piece in the problem of pets in shelters?
Just maybe.
http://www.about-small-dogs.com/what-makes-a-responsible-pet-owner.html
