Picking A Pink Dog Bed

Because of our busy schedules, and if your dog is like mine, they will end up spending a large portion of their day just laying around and need a comfortable place to wait for your return. Dogs, like their owners, have an appreciation for comfort and today the choice of beds for dogs are not only functional, but decorative and downright fun as well!

As you start your quest for the the perfect bed for your dog do you know what you want to be looking for?

Your pet's needs must come first in priority. Is your dog a large dog or a tiny dog? Is your dog dealing with any sort of medical conditions? How old are they? Puppies may prefer a round bed as they like to curl into a ball when they sleep.

However, a bigger or older dog might go for a rectangle-shaped bed that will give them the option of really stretching out when they relax. No matter what shape you need to consider, they all can be super cozy and very comfortable.

You'll have plenty of other considerations when choosing the right pet bed for your pal besides their comfort. First, your dog is going to have an area that is their own. Because it becomes THEIR space, they will most likely choose to sleep there instead of on the couch or YOUR bed. As a result, your home might accrue less pet waste, like dander and fur.

When you are looking for a bed for your dog, you also want to find a bed that compliments your home and your dog's personality, because the bed will be placed in main area in the house so that your pet will still feel like it is a part of your family.

So, what kind of dog bed did I purchase for my Pom? Well, a pink dog bed, of course!

Choosing The Right Dog Breed For You And Your Family

So, the responsibility of caring for a dog is your desire? Having a dog requires a large amount of time, money, and patients. You, along with your family must give this decision a lot of thought.

You will need to decide on what kind of dog you want to adopt.

Certain things should be taken into consideration when deciding what type of dog is best for you.

In just the United States there are over 70 million dogs. Choosing the right breed or mix can be quite difficult. If owning a prominent breed is crucial to you, bear in mind that out of the numerous breeds and mixes attainable, 143 are acknowledged by the American Kennel Club.

You should summarize your family's desires in relation to a dog, and simplify those specifications before considering the selection of a breed. Is it important to you that your new dog is small enough to sit in your lap? A dog that guards the house? Would it not be practical to choose a short haired breed, due to the advantages of low maintenance? Perhaps your preference leans more towards the canines who are endowed with a gorgeous, thick coat, but have you considered the aspect of grooming? Although most dogs are very loving and loyal pets, you need to be aware when choosing a dog that each breed of dog has special characteristics, qualities, and mannerisms.

The location of your dwelling will contribute immensely to your decision of a breed. You should avoid choices of larger dogs, such as the Newfoundland, for example, if you reside in an extremely small house or an apartment, since these quarters would be impractical for a massive dog.

Is there enough free time in your life to take care of your new companion? Since long haired or fluffy dogs require regular baths and grooming, you may not want to choose this type of dog if you don't have a lot of extra time on your hands. You should also realize that some breeds of dogs, like the toy breeds, will require extra attention to their ears, eyes, or nails depending on which type of breed you choose. If it is imperative that you have the Pomeranian, make sure you have the money to spend at the dog groomer if you are unable to groom the dog yourself.

By carefully weighing your options and realizing that your new dog will be a member of the family for a long time to come, you will carefully choose the right dog for you and your family.

It's All About Me-ow

I don't understand why humans "sleep in", I mean who don't they jump up at the crack of dawn ready to chase mice or birds?

I know personally, I like to get my daily brushing at 5:00 AM, but sometimes my human is still snoring away at that time. When this happens, I am forced to meow outside the bedroom door - sometimes for hours on end!

When she finally does come out, she often seems mad at me!

I mean you'd think she'd be grateful that I am alerting her to the new day and getting her lazy butt out of bed! Not to mention the wear and tear on my vocal chords.

If she would just get up when I want and tend to my brushing we would both be a lot happier. After all, it's all about me, me, me-ow!

Pugs - What Are They Good For?

We all know that I hate dogs, but of all the breeds, I think, perhaps pugs are the most vile. I mean, look at their scrunched up faces and bulging eyes! You'd never see any breed of cat with that sort of look - too cutesy if you ask me.

It's a mystery to me why so many people like these little dogs. I mean when you look at the pug facts, you can clearly see that they are high maintenance and have an overabundance of health problems to boot.

Why not just settle for a furry feline instead?



Til next time,

Kitty O'Claw

P.S. I finally saw the movie Beverly Hills Chihuahua last night - now there's a dog breed a cat could like!