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Car Accessories For Your Dogs
Posted on: January 29, 2011
By Tom Blackman
According to the Human Society of the United States, there are more than 77.5 million dogs in this country. That’s a lot of dogs.
Many of those dogs are bound to take a ride in a car at some point or another. Having a dog in your car can have its problems. Dogs can claw and even chew the interior of your car. Additionally, they leave behind hair and dirt.
Having a dog in your car can also be a safety issue. Dogs can jump out of the vehicle or distract you from driving.
To help keep you safe and to help protect your car, you should consider getting some of the following car accessories for your dog.
Dog Barriers
Dog barriers are a great way to keep your dog confined to a certain area of your car or sport utility vehicle. Dog barriers help section off a part of your car to keep your dog out. Dog barriers can be a canvas barrier that separates the backseat from the front seat. They can also be a metal fence you install that separates the back of your SUV from the rest of the vehicle.
Seat Covers
Seat covers are a great way to protect your car’s seats from a dog. This is especially important if your dog rides in the back seat. A canvas seat cover will keep hair and dirt from becoming embedded in your car’s seat. Seat covers also protect your vehicle from clawing and ripping the seats.
When purchasing a seat cover, be sure to measure your car’s backseats to ensure you get a seat cover that properly fits.
Dog Tents and Kennels
Pet tents and kennels are a great way to keep your dog confined to a particular area of your or SUV. Pet tents and kennels are great for dogs that may get nervous when riding in a car. Pent tents and kennels are crates in which you can house your dog.
Pet tents are typically made out of canvas where as kennels are made out of a hard plastic or wire.
Dog Beds
If you plan on going on a long road trip, you will want to have a dog bed in your car. This will allow the dog to get more comfortable during long road trips. A dog bed for long road trips also helps to make your dog feel more secure and safe.
Water Bowls
Having a water bowl is especially important if you plan on leaving your dog in the car for an extended period of time or if you are going on a long road trip with your dog. It is important to note that if it is very hot outside, you should not leave your dog alone in an unattended car.
Summary
Any of the accessories mentioned above will help make your ride more enjoyable with your dog. It’s also important to note that none of these accessories replaces proper training. Every dog riding in a car should be able to obey basic commands.
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Companion Dogs
Posted on: January 29, 2011
By Kelly Marshall
Dogs that are companions are almost like having your own live-in therapist. Studies have shown that people who interact with pets live longer and have a far better quality of life than those who do not. The emotional and physical aspects that your dog can provide are so profound that people talk to their dogs and actually feel as though they help them make decisions.
They really do not of course, but they help the person to reinforce the decision they make and this is the important part. The benefits that this provides help people to feel better.
There have even been studies conducted that show loneliness and emotional stress change the vascular function in humans as well as the neurochemical functions which can make them more susceptible to disease. So, not only do our pets provide comfort and therapy, they help to keep us from becoming lonely so we do not succumb to major illness.
Did you know dogs are good for your heart? They can help to lower blood pressure by reducing stress and allow people to exercise because they exercise with their dog. It is very hard to say no to those sad little eyes when your best friend wants tot go out and play. So when playing and exercising with your dog you are reducing your blood pressure by exercising which is very good for your heart.
Scientists have known for some time that petting your dog will lower the heart rate and the blood pressure of not only the dog, but the person doing the petting as well. Petting has a calming effect that is somewhat like meditation. According to the American Heart Association, people are living longer when they have a dog or another pet that is a part of their daily life.
Nursing homes, hospitals and healthcare facilities everywhere are encouraging the visits by qualified dogs as a way of boosting the residents and patients. The first pet therapy was at the Army Air Force Convalescent Hospital in Pauling, NY. The veterans there worked with horses and livestock rather than dogs. However, the benefits are the same.
Dogs can be trained for a variety of things. There are dogs for companions to the blind and for hearing impaired. There are trained dogs for those who are in a wheelchair. The dog can be trained to turn lights on and off, carry things and fetch items for people. They can help with children who have autism by serving as a way for them to bridge the gap between their world and reality.
Dogs can be the greatest companion you will ever have. Choose a smart, dog that is healthy and willing to learn. One that will be a medium to large dog when full grown is and the alert dog that notices everything will be the criteria that should be followed. From the handicapped to the aged, a companion dog can make a difference in their lives. They will have someone to depend on that is there 24/7 and loves to please. What better contribution could our canine friends provide?
About the Author: Kelly Marshall is a popular contributor at Oh My Dog Supplies – where you can find dog beds, dog steps, pet ramps, and more unique dog gear that you’ll never find at your local pet store.
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