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Books for the Dog Lovers in Your Life

With the gift giving season upon us, are you stumped for ideas?  If there are dog-lovers on your list, why not give them a good dog related book?  (And why not get one for yourself, too?)

We’ve put together a list of dog books with suggestions for kids and for grown-ups, too.  We’ve included some for learning, laugher and inspiration and more than a few that will touch your heart.
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Thanksgiving Is Going to the Dogs!

2012 winner, Wire Fox Terrier, “Sky”

Although the Macy’s parade and the ensuing football game shape Thanksgiving Day across the United States, for many dog lovers it’s The National Dog Show that takes center stage.  In its 80th year the Dog Show, which is broadcast right after the parade, features over 3,000 dogs in more than 150 different breeds and has become part of the Thanksgiving Day tradition for breeders and dog enthusiasts nationwide.
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Pumpkin Biscuits for Halloween!

On Halloween, many dogs will be trick-or-treating along with their people. Remember to keep your dog away from the candy – especially the chocolate, which can be toxic to dogs (See our previous post about Halloween safety.)  But no need to leave canine friends out of the fun. Here is a simple recipe for Peanut Butter Pumpkins that you can share with your favorite trick-or-treating dogs.
Peanut Butter Pumpkins
Ingredients:
1 cup oat flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup peanut butter
(Can substitute with almond butter)
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup water

Directions: Preheat oven tp 325 degrees. Combine oat flour, rolled oats, and baking powder in a  large mixing bowl. Add the peanut butter and water. Mix the ingredients together untils dough forms. Roll the dough into 1/4″ thickness. Cut into Halloween shapes. (pumpkins, witches, bats, ghosts, etc.)  Bake for 40 minutes.
Senior golden retriever

A Graying Muzzle: Caring for Your Senior Dog

One day you’ll notice some gray hairs on your dog’s muzzle or around his eyes. About the same time you might see that he isn’t as quick to fetch a stick or to dash out after that squirrel crossing the yard. Just like you, he’s aging.

It’s always a good time  to learn how to care for your senior dog. Aging dogs aren’t very different from aging people. They begin to get gray hair; some won’t see or hear as well as they once did; others might develop arthritis, diabetes, or heart disease. And just like you, your senior dog needs a proper diet, exercise, and regular medical care to age gracefully.
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