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If you live near open fields and the countryside or have lots of private ground for your pet to run around in you won’t need to travel to give your dog opportunity to get plenty of excerise out in the open air. Of course if you are in walking distance of a dog friendly park you can simply pop on a lead and go, but for many dog owners living in a busy town centre or city, a daily car journey is a necessity.
It is important that your dog is safe and comfortable during any length of car journey. This is a list of dog car accessories
Dog Safety
Dog car crates or cages specially adapted for cars not only makes your car journey safer for you but also for your dog, it also helps the dog feel more secure. Think how frightened your dog might be looking through the window of a moving car with everything whizzing past!
If there is no room for a cage or if your dog travels in different cars consider buying a dog harness with seat belt adaptor. This is a highly recommended multi purpose accessory for your dog!
Word of advice: In case you are thinking these aren’t necessary, imagine you are involved in a car accident. If unsecured, your frightened dog could easily jump out of a car and run right onto a busy road.
Dog Comfort
The boot of a car is not designed for comfort so if your pet has to travel in the boot a dog bed is much nicer to sleep on.
If you are planning a long journey in the colder months a dog blanket would be a good idea too. (Keep a blanket for yourself too in case of break downs!)
Food and Water
Your dog will get hungry and thirsty during a long car journey and will certainly need to quench his or her thirst after a long run. Keeping water and a bowl is a must but instead of the bulky hard bowls consider investing in those special dog travel bowls made of material that fold up when not in use, you can also get disposable travel bowls.
Handy hint: The car engine might need water too! During hotter months especially, the large empty milk cartons are ideal for keeping a supply of water in your car for both dog and car engine. If you are out in the country you can re-fill at a fresh water river or stream.
Shade from the sun
Drivers and human passengers have visors to protect them from the glare of the sun so don’t forget your dog and fit a car window shade where appropriate.
Handy hint: Families with small children may already have car window shades which as perfect for pets too!
Dog Ramps
A dog car ramp can be a godsend! Smaller dogs can easily be lifted into bigger cars but what if you have an older heavier dog that can’t jump up or have been on a particularly muddy trip out? You can choose from a number of dog car ramps that will fold away neatly when not in use.
Pet First Aid
As exciting as running in the countryside can be for your dog, there can also hazards including barbed wire, broken glass and sharp sticks. If your dog is unfortunate to obtain a nasty cut when you are out in the middle of nowhere, first aid can be vital. Dog first aid kits usually come with bandages, gauzes and sterile wipes and are small enough for your glove compartment.
Swellpets.co.uk has many more great products for dogs. Give it a whirl.co.uk
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Oval Paws Sticker Dachshund Long Magnetic from dog.com.
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These fun little frames are a great way to show off your favorite pet pics! Made of paperboard with a magnet on the back, stick them to refrigerators, filing cabinets or where ever a magnet will stick! The frame holds a 2″ x 2.75″ photo and makes a great gift for any dog lover! Size: Frame size 4″ x 3.5″ Breeds: Beagle – Sold out Boston Terrier Boxer Chihuahua Dachshund – Sold out German Shepherd Golden Retriever Schnauzer Poodle Pug Yellow Labrador Yorkshire Terrier – Sold out Click on “more images” to see all available breeds.
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Dog owners take care of their dog as their own kids. They may even refer to them as “my boy”. They will refer themselves as “Mummy” or “Daddy” while talking to the dogs as well. They buy dog clothes and of course, they get their dogs, some toys also for playing with. Selecting one that is right for your dog may be really hard. People love to get cute and, squeaky toys to their dogs or get them stuffed toys to chew and carry it all over. Dog toys need not be “cute.” They should be practical, fun, durable, and importantly, safe for the dog.
Avoid Non-Toys for as loyal, friendly, lovable and playful as they would be, dogs aren’t the brightest of creatures. They are actually quite attracted to several things which can hurt them. It is important to start off early with the dog, giving safe toys to play and chew with, when teaching the dog to avoid the household stuff it might wish to use a toy. Dogs like to chew on a pantyhose, for e.g., for instance, though these might possibly be to a certain degree ingested, and clog the dog. A few dogs would chew on the power cords; risking an extremely hurtful or still lethal shock. Teach the dog early on things which are for playing, chewing and things which are off the limits.
The size of it is a very important consideration. Dog balls, Kongs and other toys should be small enough such that the dog might chew and carry them along, but not very small that they may become locked in the dog’s throat or mouth.
Durability is the other factor, mainly for dogs which loves to chew for a longtime. A toy which would easily break apart can surely become a hazard, because the sharp parts might be swallowed, get caught in throat, or cut in gums and mouth. Again, a really hard rubber Kong, one of the most outstanding dog toys is a really excellent alternative.
Softer toys, as the popular “squeak” toy made up of very thin plastic and is full of air are very good for dogs which are a bit gentle. They are not likely to chew such things and may be generally fascinated to the squeaking noise. Tennis balls are a great choice for some doggies, but poor for others. This is a problem of the size quotient. If the dog is too small for a tennis ball in its maw, then it can be a superb toy that the dog would find tempting nevertheless it costs very modest on top. If the ball fits all the way to the dog’s mouth, it may turn out to be a choking risk.
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Play a little fetch or tug-of-war with your dog or puppy with our Dachshund Plush Dog Toy. This wiener dog toy is soft and flexible. Pull the white tab to activate the sound chip. The dachshund will make a barking noise each time it is squeezed.
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