A dog eggnog, served in moderation, of course, is a yummy seasonal treat that your dog can enjoy as you sip your own. Pair it up with a homemade dog biscuit for an even more special treat after an afternoon of romping in the snow.

Dog Eggnog

1 container plain yogurt
1 jar baby food (any meat flavor)
1 large can evaporated milk
1 egg
1 1/2 cups water

~ Place all ingredients in a bowl

~ Blend all ingredients together thoroughly

~ Serve to your furry friends, who will truly enjoy!

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Dog Eggnog

~ Bo Obama Greets Oprah and Michelle Obama at Pet Connection Blog

~ Refresh your memory on the Top Five Pet Holiday Hazards at Webvet

~ A Dog Friendly Christmas menu at Dogs Trust

~ Be a Santa at your Favorite Shelter at Dogster

~ Make Your Own Dog Boots at Raise a Green Dog

[image: flickr]

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Weekend Pet Links

The newest one is part of its own little series titled Snow Business, Part One.

In it, Simon’s cat heads outside and discovers his first snow fall. After an “altercation” with a bird (I didn’t say it was all true to life!), the short video ends and we’re told we get the rest after the new year.

Which Simon’s Cat video is your favorite?

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Simon’s Cat in “Snow Business”

I really like the idea of a heated bed for them, and I know that they and the dogs would actually really appreciate it. Though we don’t really get below freezing here, the drop in temperature does obviously bother them (this is evidenced by all of them tolerating each other long enough to lounge in a patch of sunshine on the floor in an attempt to warm up).

Amazon has a lot of these types of pet beds to choose from, and the one pictured above comes in several different sizes. (Though I’m still only looking at this point, I can’t help but be amused by the thought of all the cats and dogs cramming themselves into the largest one together.) The detachable power cord is also chew resistant with a 12 volt power adapter, and the bed cover is machine washable.

If the thought of having something plugged in and generating heat bothers you, there are also these little heat discs that you warm in the microwave before tucking it in with your pet.

[image: amazon]

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Keeping Kitties Warm

The puppies featured in the calendar are rescues from several different groups such as Karma Rescue, Adopt-a-Chow, and PAL Rescue, and many of them are still available for adoption. A portion of the proceeds from the calendar will be donated to these rescue groups!

About the company, which is “created by women for women,” co-founder Audrey Khuner says: “I got sick of seeing pictures and calendars of bikini-clad girls sprawled out on sports cars. I wanted to make something that would appeal to women like me. So I decided to combine my two favorite things: sexy men and baby animals.”

The 12 month calendar features full color shots of some hunky guys posing with cuddly animals, and is even printed with soy-based inks on 30% post-consumer recycled paper.

The calendar, which would make a great gift, can be found at hotguysandbabyanimals.com, and can be purchased for $12.99 plus shipping (and you can even buy in bulk!).

[image used with permission from hotguysandbabyanimals.com]

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Hot Guys and Baby Animals

Unfortunately, the kittens all have a mild case of ringworm, which I noticed on one ear this past Sunday. The vet said it’s likely that since they’re all from the same litter that they contracted it from their mother, but that the only bad thing about it is that it’s just an irritation and won’t cause any permanent harm. We’ll be keeping the remaining foster in the “kitten room,” as we call, it for a while longer and for now all four of them are on a liquid oral medication to take care of the infection.

We each got a small, skinny syringe to use for dosing, and contrary to what you might think, it’s actually pretty easy to give liquid medication to a cat. The easiest way I’ve found over the years, with my own cats, is:

1. Hold the cat up firmly by the scruff with their back legs resting on your lap.
2. Insert the syringe into the cat’s mouth, resting along the cheek and toward the throat.
3. Gently (and not too quickly), press the plunger of the syringe to release the medication. The cat will start licking as the medication goes down its throat.

That’s it! They won’t be too happy about it at first, but this is the quickest and non-messiest way we’ve found when it comes to giving liquid medication. Pills, on the other hand…

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How to Give a Cat Liquid Oral Medication

You strap the belt onto the female dog’s backside and voila, no access for any randy male dogs in the area.

PABS is apparently for those people who “just do not like to spay or neuter,” but I can’t even pretend to understand why someone would spend the same amount of money, if not more, on a contraption you have to strap onto your dog for weeks at a time, several times per year when she’s in heat, instead of just getting her fixed. The only 100% guaranteed way for your dog to not accidentally breed is to get her fixed.

Admittedly, the one scenario this might be useful in would be for a professional breeder who wants to take their dog out for a walk, though I’d imagine you’d already have other safeguards in place to prevent random dog humping while you’re right there, and it’s important to keep in mind that the mesh does not prevent the dog’s scent from attracting males.

Anyway, here are a few links about the benefits of getting your dog (and cat!) permanently altered:

~ Myths and Facts About Spaying and Neutering
~ Why You Should Spay or Neuter
~ The Benefits of Spaying and Neutering

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PABS: Chastity Belts for Dogs

Holiday Peanut Butter Bites

3 cups of all purpose flour
1-1/2 cups of whole wheat flour
1-1/2 tsp of molasses
3 tablespoons of peanut butter, unsalted
3 tablespoons of canola oil

~ Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.

~ In a bowl mix the all purpose flour and the whole wheat flour together and set it on the side. In a separate large bowl stir the molasses, peanut butter and oil together. Then add the flours mixture into the molasses mixture and whisk it until it is smooth.

~ Use your hand to break the dough into small ball size pieces and roll each one into logs about 1/2″ in diameter.

~ Cut the logs into 1/8″ thick discs. Place the discs on ungreased baking sheets and bake for approximately 30 minutes or until golden brown.

~ Once done allow to cool completely before serving.

~ Store in an airtight container for up to 14 days, or wrap in freezer wrap and keep them in the freezer for up to 60 days.

[image: flickr]

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Holiday Peanut Butter Bites for Dogs

Menorahs can be found in many different styles and for pretty much any taste. For animal lovers specifically, I found this cute little handpainted ceramic dog menorah at Amazon.com, and it comes complete with the eight spots for the eight candles, as well as the ninth in the middle to hold the shamash, or auxiliary, candle. The base is also decorated with little paw prints.

Cat lovers aren’t left out, though, as I also found a really cute cat menorah. It’s also handpainted ceramic, and has the standard eight candle holders as well as a spot for the shamash, and its base is decorated with orange and pink mice.

Both are available at Amazon for under $30 each (plus shipping and handling, of course), and though it’s a bit late for this year’s Hanukkah, they’d make a great addition to a collection or the perfect gift for the pet lover in your life next year!

[images: amazon.com]

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Hanukkah Menorahs for Cat and Dog Lovers

Manufactured under the names Doggie Delight, Pork Tasteez and Pet Carousel, and packaged under the brand names Choo Hooves, Dentley’s, Doggie Delight and Pet Carousel, the ears and hooves were distributed nationwide in both bulk and retail packaging for sale in pet food and retail chain stores.

All sizes and all lots of the pork ears purchased on or after August 16, and all beef hoof products purchased on or after September 16 are included in the recall.

Salmonella infections in pets infections may cause lethargy and diarrhea or bloody diarrhea, fever, vomiting, decreased appetite, or abdominal pain. Infected but otherwise healthy pets can be carriers and infect other animals or humans.

Pet owners who have purchased the affected products are asked to take the treats away from their dogs and return them to the place of purchase. More information can be obtained by calling 800-231-3572.

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USDA Recalling Dog Treats