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Protect Your Pets from Fireworks Fright

EliteK9 Training Center - Protect your pets from fireworks fright. Protect Your Pets from Fireworks Fright As Guy Fawkes approaches, the Cape of Good Hope SPCA reminds us to prioritize our furry friends' well-being. Why Fireworks Can Be Harmful: - Fireworks can cause stress, anxiety, and fear in animals. - They can also harm birds and wildlife. - Fireworks pollute the environment. Helpful Tips for Pet Owners: - Keep pets indoors during fireworks displays. - Report fireworks use to the City's Emergency Control Centre (021 480 7700). - Stay home with your pets and provide a quiet space. - Offer distractions like toys, treats, or soothing music. - Ensure pets are microchipped. - Consider natural calming remedies (available at SPCA Vet Shops). Support and Resources: - Cape of Good Hope SPCA Helpline: 021 700 4158/9 or 083 326 1604 (after hours). - SPCA Vet Shops: Plumstead and Grassy Park. - Education and outreach programs: Together, Let's Keep Our Pets Safe! References: - Cape of Good Hope SPCA

Protect Your Pets from Fireworks Fright.
Why Fireworks Can Be Harmful:
– Fireworks can cause stress, anxiety, and fear in animals.
– They can also harm birds and wildlife.
– Fireworks pollute the environment.
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Can Dogs Eat People Food? Healthy Options Revealed

1. Pasta and Rice Mix some into their regular dog food to liven up their meal. Make human food a treat for your dog -- it should be no more than 5% to 10% of their diet. The rest should be dog food, which supplies the nutrients they need. 2. Meat What dog doesn't go on alert when there's meat around? Chicken, turkey, lean ground beef, and chuck steak or roast are animal-based proteins, which help dogs grow strong. A few rules apply: Always cook meat well. Never serve it raw or undercooked. Avoid fatty cuts, including bacon. Cut meat -- and any human food -- into easy-to-chew chunks. Ground meat is fine, too. Old, moldy, or spoiled meats are not OK 3. Vegetables Vegetables give your pup vitamins, fiber, and some canine crunch. Try serving these raw veggies whole, grated or finely chopped: carrot, cucumber, zucchini, lettuce, bell peppers, corn (cut off the cob), and celery. Or steam these favorites: green beans, broccoli, asparagus, cauliflower, and hard winter squash. Skip avocado, which can upset their stomach. Don’t give any vegetable or other human food that seems to cause tummy trouble. 4. Treats for Dog-Day Afternoons o cool off a hot dog on a sultry day, give them pet pops. Make them with any food they like, like veggies or applesauce. Freeze the pops in an ice cube tray. Or whip up some peanut butter pops: Mix 1 cup of peanut butter (unsalted is best) with half a mashed, ripe banana or a little water. Drop by spoonfuls onto cookie sheets lined with wax paper and freeze. 5. Bread and Pretzels Bite-sized bits of whole wheat bread are good for their gut health. But don't give them raw dough -- it can cause serious stomach problems. They might also go for some pieces of unsalted pretzel. Just skip the salted kind, which can make them extra thirsty and can cause big problems if they eat a lot. 6. Sweet Treats Except for grapes and raisins, most fruits are OK for your pup. Try slices of fresh banana or apple (without the seeds), chunks of cantaloupe or watermelon, blueberries, or orange sections. Homemade sweet potato jerky can also satisfy a sweet tooth: Scrub and skin sweet potatoes and slice them into 1/2-inch strips. Put the strips on parchment-lined cookie sheets. Bake at 225 F for 3 to 4 hours -- or longer for crunchier treats. Foods to Help the Meds Go Down Some dogs resist taking pills, especially if they’re big or smell bad. To make one go down easier, hide it in a tasty treat -- like peanut butter (check for xylitol if using low-calorie peanut butter -- it can be toxic) or a marshmallow. Make pill time game time if they like to play catch. Toss them a few pieces of what you plan to hide their meds in, one after another, with the pill in one of them. They may swallow it without even knowing it was there. Ground beef and chicken are other good hiding places. If none of these works, it's OK to use a slice of hot dog. Ask your vet for other ideas. 7. Give a Dog a Bone? It's better to stick to chew toys. Chicken and turkey bones aren't safe for dogs, because they can splinter into sharp pieces easily. But what about big lamb or beef bones? Experts say even those aren't a good idea. Bits of raw meat on bones can have disease-causing germs. Even with cooked bones, splinters or large pieces of them can break off. Both can seriously damage your dog's digestive tract. 8. Holiday Foods to Share -- and Skip Too much holiday food is a recipe for doggie distress. But you can give your hound a taste of your celebration. They'll be plenty thankful for tidbits like well-cooked turkey, green beans, and cooked sweet potato in their regular chow. Skip table scraps. They may have ingredients they shouldn't have -- like milk, onions, or garlic. Keep chocolate and cocktails above licking level. Both are toxic.

EliteK9 Training Centre & Pets Elite had our promo event last Saturday the 23rd March 2024. Thank you all for supporting us and for coming. Congratulations to Hannalize van Heerden with Rocco for winning the hamper.

Pup in the Park Promo Day with Pets Elite & EliteK9

EliteK9 Training - Pup in the Park - EliteK9 Training Centre & Pets Elite had our promo event last Saturday the 23rd March 2024. Thank you all for supporting us and for coming. Congratulations to Hannalize van Heerden with Rocco for winning the hamper. Don't miss the next Promo Day in Loevenstein, Deodar Park, Cape Town

EliteK9 Training Centre & Pets Elite had our promo event last Saturday the 23rd March 2024. Thank you all for supporting us and for coming. Congratulations to Hannalize van Heerden with Rocco for winning the hamper.

Puppy & Dog Training Classes – 10 Feb’24

EliteK9 Training Centre Puppy & Dog Training Classes 10th Feb 2024 in Loevenstein

Puppy & Dog Training Classes – 10 Feb’24 was a great success. Congratulations to all the Pups/Dogs & Owners for attending. Book Today! Classes Every Saturday. Remember, if you are in the area, and you see the flags up, our shop with treats is open. Pop in and see what we have available.

Pup in the Park – Meet & Greet 3rd Feb’24

Elite K9 - Puppy Training & Behavioural Consultations 3rd Feb Event - Pup in the Park Meet & Greet Event on the 3rd of February 2024 was a great success. We had our event last Saturday. Had two visitors and 1 joined our classes. Watch the space for future events. Remember, if you are in the area, and you see the flags up, our shop with treats is open. Pop in and see what we have available.

Pup in the Park Meet & Greet Event on the 3rd of February 2024 was a great success. We had our event last Saturday. Had two visitors and 1 joined our classes. Watch the space for future events. Remember, if you are in the area, and you see the flags up, our shop with treats is open. Pop in and see what we have available.

Let’s chat this week about resource guarding in dogs

Elite K9 Training Centre Bellville Parow Loevenstein Cape Town - Dog Behaviour Safety Article Let’s chat this week about resource guarding in dogs. What is resource guarding: resource guarding is when a dog exhibit aggression behaviours over food or a toy by growling, lunging or biting. This occur in any breed of dog and this can be preventative or discouraged if trained properly as a young pup. Certain things to consider when you feed your dog or pup, never bother him/her while he/she is eating food, i.e. put your hand in the food bowl, or just take the food bowl away while eating. This is actually rude, and I am sure that while you busy eating, you don’t want to be disrupted while eating, right! If you do this, you are encouraging resource guarding, as the dog thinks: ‘oh, my food is been taken away, I have to do something to prevent this.” In certain situations, like a walk, the streets and parks are usually lots of bones lying around for the dog to eat while he or she is on a walk. In this circumstance, teach your dog to drop the bone or whatever he or she got hold of, and if she or he drops it, always reward with something equally good like a piece of biltong, or his/her favourite treats. If you have issues with resource guarding, feel free to contact me. www.elitek9.co.za

Elite K9 Training Centre Bellville Parow Loevenstein Cape Town – Dog Behaviour Safety Article

Let’s chat this week about resource guarding in dogs.

What is resource guarding: resource guarding is when a dog exhibit aggression behaviours over food or a toy by growling, lunging or biting. This occur in any breed of dog and this can be preventative or discouraged if trained properly as a young pup.
Certain things to consider when you feed your dog or pup, never bother him/her while he/she is eating food, i.e. put your hand in the food bowl, or just take the food bowl away while eating. This is actually rude, and I am sure that while you busy eating, you don’t want to be disrupted while eating, right! If you do this, you are encouraging resource guarding, as the dog thinks: ‘oh, my food is been taken away, I have to do something to prevent this.”

In certain situations, like a walk, the streets and parks are usually lots of bones lying around for the dog to eat while he or she is on a walk. In this circumstance, teach your dog to drop the bone or whatever he or she got hold of, and if she or he drops it, always reward with something equally good like a piece of biltong, or his/her favourite treats.

If you have issues with resource guarding, feel free to contact me.
www.elitek9.co.za