Treats for Your Pooch

I have two very active dogs and I am ALWAYS searching for ways to entertain them. I was shopping at Cost-Co recently, and I came across a pack that included a Tricky Treat Ball and Nature's Champions Training Treats. The whole thing was under $20 and my dogs go crazy over it! Seriously, they will play with it for HOURS at a time and don't make a peep, or find time to chew on anything they aren't supposed to!

Get your Dog Micro-chipped Now!!!

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The Importance of Micro-chipping: 

Dogs are not like other animals. They build strong emotional bonds with their owners and are truly a unique and important part of the family. If you have a family pet, get it micro-chipped today! It is YOUR responsibility as head of the family to keep your family united and whole. No matter how hard you try, it is impossible to keep your pet safe and in the yard 100% of the time. Micro-chipping is inexpensive and it is THE BEST way to ensure the return of your loved family canine!

Great Dog Toys!!!-Busy Buddy (Combating Separation Anxiety)

This is My Dog's Favorite! 

 My oldest dog is roughly 8 months old and suffers from separation anxiety. His anxiety is most extreme when he is kenneled, but he experiences it in some form almost every time we leave the house. I tried everything the books suggested:

• Ignoring him while I was getting ready to leave.
• Not making a big deal of seeing him when I came home. 
• Giving him special treats or bones when we left.

Some toys held his interest for a few days, and would reduce his anxiety, but it would always start back up again. Eventually someone recommended that I purchase a Busy Buddy, and I have never been happier!

Ways To Keep Your Puppy Healthy, In and Out of Stockton

Vet Bills Can Be Expensive, Regardless of the Cause. 

Here are some simple and effective ways to reduce the cost of owning a dog without compromising your pet's health! Using these vet recommended tips will save you cash and ensure your mutts health, even if you can't afford regular trips to the vet!

Ways to Keep Your Stockton Dog Healthy During the Spring & Summer

Tips to Keep Your Mutt Healthy During Stockton's Spring & Summer 

Today was one of the first nice days in Stockton that we have had in weeks. I observed many people out and about enjoying the sunshine. I heard BBQ’s. I watched children outside running, and above all, I witnessed many families walking with their dogs.

Man’s best friend is no stranger to nice weather, and it’s great to have your mutt outside when the weather permits, but it is also VERY IMPORTANT to keep your pal’s safety in mind. I have made a little list of how to keep your pup healthy while enjoying the nice weather.

Ways to Travel Affordably with Your Dog

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Affordable Dog Travel

Spring and summer are fast approaching and that means travel! If your family is anything like mine, you are probably planning road trips, visits with relatives, and a vacation or two! Not to mention, your family probably includes someone with paws! Try these great money-saving tips while traveling with your paw buddy:

1. If you are staying in Stockton for a Local Event
• Motel 6 Stockton North #1323 ~$44/Night
• 6717 Plymouth Road 
• I-5 at West Benjamin Holt Drive 
• Stockton CA 95207
• Phone: (209) 951-8120 – Pets Stay Free Here
• La Quinta Inn Stockton ~$70/Night
• 2710 West March Ln
• Stockton, CA 95219
• Phone: 1-209-952-7800- Pets Stay Free Here!! (Limit 2 Pets/ room)
• Best Western PLUS Heritage Inn~$90/Night
• 111 E March Ln
• Stockton, CA 95207-5854
• Phone: 209-474-3301 – Pet Rate $20/ day, Maximum $100/Week (Limit 2 Pets/room & 80 lbs/dog)

Which Stockton Rescue Society Should I Approach?

Are you considering adopting or fostering an animal? Would you like to get more involved in your community? Is your company looking to sponsor a local non-profit organization? 

There are many reasons why you could be interested in learning more about local Stockton animal shelters and humane societies. 

At first, researching rescue organizations may be overwhelming. You might be asking any of these questions:

• Where should I take my business?
• Which organization would benefit the most from my donation?
• If I'm interesting in fostering an animal, which shelters have foster programs?
• Where can I adopt on a budget?
• Where do I get the most preventative health care for my money? 

And each question has a corresponding animal shelter that will fit your exact needs. 

I have gone through and complied data on the three biggest rescue organizations in Stockton so that you can find the information you need at a quick and easy glance.

I hope you find this information valuable, and if you have any questions, comments, or corrections I would love to hear from you. Please utilize the comment feature! 

  

Free Spay & Neuter Services at Stockton Animal Shelter!!!

I have some very exciting news! 

Stockton Animal Shelter is giving away 2 FREE Neuter/Spay services per household on February 23, 2014!!!

Photo Credit: Stockton Animal Shelter

Photo Credit: Stockton Animal Shelter

This event is the first of its kind in MANY, MANY years in the greater Stockton Area. Please encourage everyone you know to take advantage of this FREE offer!!!

This first offer is only available for Chihuahuas and Pit Bulls, but hopefully there will be many more events like this one in the near future! I love to see Stockton Animal Services reaching out to the public and giving them something that they need and deserve. 

WAIT!!! That's not all:

Stockton Animal Services is also giving away FREE VACCINATIONS to ALL DOGS on the 23rd.