Calm... calm... self control... can't get the puppy for a few weeks anyway.
Things I have been looking at, but have to wait:
Crate
(missed a sick deal while out of service at the mine. Holding out for something similar/worried I will get one that is too big or too small) Both Beth Toraason and Liz Hansen have given me great advice. I will shoot large and have it include (or make my own-?) divider for his growth.
Rake comb
I got a, um, slick comb from ebay, but it occurs to me that mats may be so rare, that was unnecessary. Finally thought of the right google phrase to get the exact answer I was looking for, and the answer is a rake comb. Oh well! It wasn't awfully expensive. Maybe my sister and her husband can use the slick comb on their newfie-mix. (Bear, hitherto be known as Uncle Bear, because he is a well-behaved gentleman.)
http://picards.us/?page_id=55
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| The BPCA also recommended against conditioner. GTK! |
Seat belt clip - ideally with a carabiner
If I got a specific harness, it comes with a free one. I am really considering purchasing the medium size, for him to use as a pup, and I keep the seat belt, and sell the harness on ebay.
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I forget the name! You know what I mean, though. You know...
Dog Food
I need to go to Costco with my boarder. She has a membership. Or am I the boarder? She the host???
Nail Clippers (guillotine)
Collar
I thought leaving a harness on was okay, but something a trainer said in a harness review makes me wonder if it really is bad for them?
ID Tag
Anti-skeeter/tick goop ($60 from petco in 2009) Not sure if he has that on right now, or if he is too young yet. I recall commercials for a site that you can order the stuff from cheaper. Or maybe my vet would have a good price.
Hm, I just made the connection that my dog had cancer when he died, what if it was that nasty stuff we put between his shoulders? Maybe I should look into more organical options.
from http://www.paw-rescue.org/PAW/PETTIPS/DogTip_InsectPrevention.php
"Natural ingredient-based sprays, lotions, shampoos:
* Several useful, relatively gentle flea shampoos to help rid fleas. Avoid shampoos with insecticides, since the chemicals can be harsh. If your dog has fleas, use a gentle shampoo containing pyrethrin, pyrethrum or citrus oil. See the Robin's Dog Tip about Bathing for bathing and grooming details.
* When bathing your pet, you can use apple cider vinegar to rinse his or her fur. Fleas don't like the smell or taste.
* Lavender, peppermint and geranium essential oils repel mosquitoes. Lavender, lemongrass and geranium repel ticks. And lavender, lemongrass, peppermint and citronella repel fleas. Dab oils between the dog's shoulder blades. As you can see, lavender (which also repels flies) is particularly versatile. Other effective natural repellents include lemon, cedar, eucalyptus, myrrh, neem and rosewood
* Put a drop of lemon oil or rosemary oil on the dog's collar.
* A safe, easy homemade flea repellent: cut 6 lemons in half, boil in a quart of water, steep a few hours, then strain the solution into a spray bottle. Spritz your pet's fur, taking care not to spray near the eyes.
Don't spray anything in a dog's face; apply spray to the hand and then rub it on the fur.
* Another gentle homemade flea spray: dilute a flower-scented shampoo, such as the type available from ihelppets.com, in water and spray liberally, or rub into the coat and let air-dry.
* One inexpensive over-the-counter choice for dogs and cats is Gentle Touch drops. Gentle Touch is a spot on that is all natural and free of chemicals and petroleum solvents.
* Bothered by flies? Pyrethrin-based sprays and ointments are relatively safe and effective.
* You can find many natural products for flea and tick control on the internet, including:
www.preciouspets.org/fleafree.htm
www.greenpet.com.au/article_fleas.php
* Animal Essentials, Green Hope Essences and Vetriscience are among many companies that make products designed to boost the immune system and help heal the skin.
* Quantum's 100% Natural Herbal Skin Conditioning Spray repels ticks and fleas, we're told, by a reader who gets it at her local health food store. Ingredients include essential oils such as rose geranium, eucalyptus and tree tea, extracts of St. John's Wort, Rue, neem, wormwood, basil and black walnut hulls. www.quantumherbalproducts.com/Catalog/herbs.cgi/1045 "
The last two will require some speaking with Beth, and I think to myself, "mid July, then"
I have a vet recommendation with my friend who owns 3 dogs, but have not gotten in touch with them yet. Seems premature, since I don't know Jorah's current vet.
*Concern* I was telling a co-worker about a cool swim-hole, and he asked if dogs were allowed. Apparently humans can catch dog intestinal worms if they swim in the same water? What about dog-to-dog?? I have big plans for water dates!
About Networking
Liz was another great breeder whom responded very amicably to my letter (two others responded cordially, pretty cut down business-like comparatively is all.) I was seriously considering her older boy, only she said that he cannot be shown due to a kinked tail, and that's something I really want to explore. Plus, no co-owning deals. Her dogs are high quality and the price reflects it!
I told her my puppy selection yesterday (I had forgotten to sooner), and she is still very friendly and supportive. Said that she would sponsor me to join the BPCA if Beth doesn't. Wow.
Also, I am to take pictures of her dog that Beth owns!!! She craves the pictures. heh-heh :3 Jorah is his son, so it's like my puppy is her grandson-pup. Pretty cute.
She had sound advice of searching the AKC site for dog clubs to network/socialize with.
I have contacted the Mt Ogden Kennel Club Inc, but never had much luck with them in the past. This may be different, since I am a customer vs volunteer wannabe. But I suspect the group is defunct. Pity, they are very close, located in Hyrum.
I also contacted a Working Dog Club, as well as visited the page of a West Jordan club that hosts some shows, and offers 8 nights of training for $75. Wed nights. If only there were a way to get Jorah down here on wednesdays...
I will probably have to settle for puppy kindergarten at Petsmart. Asking Poppa-! to drive doggie down here seems like too much! Of course, he accuses me of treating him like a self-centered/lazy (hobo) too often. Maybe my 'respect for his time and boundaries' is a little too enthusiastic.
I am wondering about dog health insurance. If it as expensive as my people insurance, I will have to pass! But 15 or 25 seems reasonable. How does that even work? Does your vet need to accept it??? Do you pay upfront and then they reimburse you? Weird weird.
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Things I have bought!!!
ebay:
Kong Frisbee,
Kong dental chew toy (lets you hide the snacks inside),
Petsmate dental rope-toy (minty!)
XL Ezydog convertible harness--awesome awesome, really hope it fits when he is grown!
-it is adjustable, but i'm not sure by how much.
And the self-cleaning slicker-brush:
Ross:
Long, 11-squeaker bunny toy (sooo cute, I want to keep it for myself!)
6' braided, reflective leash!! (wow! Such quality, fair price!)
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Question: My Basset loved rawhide. Some people swear it will make dogs choke or something. Yet I hear that real bones splinter and aren't good either. My local butcher sells large, cut up beef bones "for dogs" (I made excellent ramen broth with them!!!) Which one should I get?
I want to get that ball-inside-a-ball, and puzzle toys, but they are expensive, so that will have to be slowly added once all of Jorah's essentials are bought. Am I missing anything?
Thanks for reading.
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