Healthy treats with Benefits!

It is that time of year when I try out new recipes. The last two recipes I tried this week are a hit with our dogs.  They will be added to our website in the near future. All treats made at Ledfoots Pet Bakery have all natural healthy ingredients and offers many benefits. Like our Happy Pumpkin treats are low in calories and high in fiber, it's meat free and low in protein. Pumpkin is great for digestion, helping both firm stools that are loose and to soften stools that are too hard. We also have Cat treats made with pumpkin.
Sweet Potato treats are high in fiber, low in fat, meat free, and low in protein. Sweet potatos are full of potassium, fiber, beta-carotene, vitamins and minerals. Your dogs will love them.
All treats at http://www.ledfootspetbakery.com/ are healthy and offer many benefits for your pets. So place your order today and make them happy and healthier. Your pets will love you even more after trying one of our treats.

Dog Training with the Teachers Pet K-9 School!

The most important thing we must do is train our new friends. Being their pack leader takes time and work but if done correctly you both will be rewarded with good behavior and a happier life together. I wanted to introduce you to my friend Kim Bobka owner of Teachers Pet K-9 School. http://www.teacherspetk9school.com/  She has been in business since 1993. Kim specializes in Obedience (on and off leash), therapy dogs, agility, problem solving, competition, and police dogs.  She also just open up her new facility in Sycamore, which is dedicated to her friend who died in the military. The new facility offers private indoor/outdoor suites for the boarding dogs, heated concrete floors for comfort and cleanliness, air conditioning and many more amenities for your best friend. Kimberly trains all breeds including rare breeds and specializes in Rottweilers and German Shepherds. 

If you need advice or need more training for your dog I would call Kim, but if you don't live in the area then it is recommended you find a good quality trainer in your local area.

We had a great time working at the Teachers Pet K-9 School 2010 Holiday party. Pictured above is Roscoe with his owner and one of the many happy students of the K-9 School.

Indestructible Dog Toys!

Daisy pictured, is playing with her new Christmas present a dynamite rubber dog toy. She thinks it's hers but it's really Scoobys gift from Santa. But they don't know, any time one of them plays with a toy the other feels the need to also play with the same toy. Just like kids they are. Well it has been a couple a weeks and I only see a few teeth marks in the toy. I can't believe this new toy has not been destroyed yet.  http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Rugged-Rubber-Dynamite-Dog-Toy-P1511777.aspx

Another great toy which has squeakers is the Jr. Boomerang dog toy which is also built to last. http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Indestructible-Dog-Toy-Jr-Boomerang-P1767841.aspx

This is Scooby playing with Daisy's gift from Santa. This dog toy has been filled with Ledfoots Pet Bakery gourmet dog treats and Scooby is having a ball getting the treats out.  It also has been two weeks and this toy has lived up to my chewers. http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Vibram-Ball-4-Durable-Chew-Dog-Toy--P1510387.aspx

All these great toys can be found at http://www.ledfootspetbakery.com/ under dog toys!

Doggie Winter Health Tips!

Daisy and Scooby play in the snow just like little kids. Since it is winter we must take precautions to make them safe. Here is small list of precautions we all must take into consideration this season.

• Antifreeze, which often collects on driveways and roadways, is highly poisonous. Although it smells and tastes good to your dog, it can be lethal.
• Rock salt, used to melt ice on sidewalks, may irritate footpads. Be sure to rinse and dry your dog's feet after a walk.
• Provide plenty of fresh water. Your dog is just as likely to get dehydrated in the winter as in the summer. Snow is not a satisfactory substitute for water.
• Frostbite is your dog's winter hazard. To prevent frostbite on its ears, tail and feet, don't leave your dog outdoors for too long.
• Be very careful of supplemental heat sources. Fireplaces and portable heaters can severely burn your dog. Make sure all fireplaces have screens, and keep portable heaters out of reach.
• Like people, dogs seem to be more susceptible to illness in the winter. Take your dog to a veterinarian if you see any suspicious symptoms.
• Don't use over-the-counter medications on your dog without consulting a veterinarian.  

     We hope you have a happy and safe winter season. 

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Holiday Pet Safety Tips!

With two dogs and five cats the holidays are tricky around here. We don't use tinsel since it can block their intestinal track. As far a putting breakable ornaments on our tree, good luck we can't. Rascal and Ozzy our two black cats who are only a year old just love climbing in the tree to play with the ornaments. I just saw Rascal yesterday jumping up to get my monkey ornament. Which he got after one leap into the tree. Pets are amazing and we just need to keep them safe at this time of year. Here are a few holiday tips for you to use for your cats and dogs.

Holly, mistletoe and poinsettia plants are poisonous to dogs and cats. Make sure they are kept in places your dog or cat cannot reach.

Do not put lights on the lower branches of your tree. They may get very hot and burn your dog.

Watch out for electrical cords. Pets often try to chew them and get badly shocked or electrocuted. Place them out of reach.

Avoid glass ornaments, which break easily and may cut a dog's feet or mouth.

Do not use edible ornaments, or cranberry or popcorn strings. Your dog or cat may knock the tree over in an attempt to reach them.

Keep other ornaments off the lower branches; if your dog chews or eats an ornament, he can be made sick by the materials or paint.

Both live and artificial tree needles are sharp and indigestible. Keep your tree blocked off (with a playpen or other "fence") or in a room that is not accessible to your dog.

Tinsel can be dangerous for dogs and cats. It may obstruct circulation and, if swallowed, block the intestines.

Keep burning candles on high tables or mantels, out of the way of your dog or cats wagging tail.

Review canine holiday gifts for safety. Small plastic toys or bones may pose choking hazards.

Your dog or cat may want to investigate wrapped packages; keep them out of reach.  

                                                                      

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Winter Safety Tips for All Dog Owners!

I just love to watch our dogs play in the snow. Daisy (pictured above) and Scooby both like to catch snowflakes. Scooby will run the whole yard and do several laps trying to get Daisy to join in.  But Daisy just keeps trying to catch the snowflakes.  Oh the joy of winter is now here once again. We must always make sure to take care in these cold months and I wanted to share with you some great safety tips with you.

• Don't leave your dog outside in the cold for long periods of time. Wind chill makes days colder than actual temperature readings. Be attentive to your dog's body temperature, and limit its time outdoors.
• Adequate shelter is a necessity. Keep your dog warm, dry and away from drafts. Tiles and uncarpeted areas may become extremely cold, so make sure to place blankets and pads on floors in these areas.
• Be extra careful when walking or playing with your dog near frozen lakes, rivers or ponds. Your dog could slip or jump in and get seriously injured.
• Groom your dog regularly. Your dog needs a well-groomed coat to keep properly insulated. Short- or coarse-haired dogs may get extra cold, so consider a sweater or coat. Long-haired dogs should have excess hair around the toes and foot pads trimmed to ease snow removal and cleaning. If you do the trimming, take care not to cut the pads or other delicate area of the foot.
• Feed your dog additional calories if it spends a lot of time outdoors or is a working animal. It takes more energy in the winter to keep body temperature regulated, so additional calories are necessary.
• Towel or blow-dry your dog if it gets wet from rain or snow. It is important to dry and clean its paws, too. This helps avoid tiny cuts and cracked pads. A little petroleum jelly may soften the pads and prevent further cracking.
• Don't leave your dog alone in a car. If the car engine is left on, the carbon monoxide will endanger your dog's life. If the engine is off, the temperature in the car will get too cold.

I hope this blog was helpful and that you have a happy and safe winter.

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Wonderful Cat and Dog Toys Made in the USA!

Most things we purchase in this country are now made somewhere else. I now check every label before I buy something. It is so frustrating not to find products made here. So as I started my journey with finding Natural safe products for our pets, and I also made sure they are made right here in the USA.

At http://www.ledfootspetbakery.com/ you will find plenty of cat toys, dog toys, and other fine pet products made in the USA.

One of the products I found was this Shelby the Hemp Mouse catnip toy. This cat toy is made from all natural hemp and fresh organic catnip. Our cats just can't get enough of this toy especially after we fill it with fresh catnip.
http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Shelby-the-Hemp-Mouse-Catnip-Cat-Toy-P1274884.aspx

http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Shelby-Long-Tail-Hemp-Mouse-Toys-Cat-P1569400.aspx

http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Shelby-the-Refillable-Hemp-Mouse-Cat-Toy-P1569501.aspx

For the dogs we found this Bottle Tracker Fire Hose Dog toy by Katies Bumpers they are out of Colorado. Also made in the USA.

http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Bottle-Tracker-Fire-Hose-Plush-Dog-Toy-P1510316.aspx

http://ledfootspetbakery.com/Sqwuggie-The-Orginal-Fire-Hose-Plush-Dog-Toy-P1510301.aspx

All gourmet pet treats from Ledfoots Pet Bakery are made in the USA! We are proud to offer our customers with a variety of pet treats, toys, chews, that are all natural and made here.