My Fetching Fido

Labrador Retriever Club of Greater Boston

 Thursday & Friday,
June 11th & 12th, 2009

THE MIDDLESEX COUNTY 4-H FAIRGROUNDS
South Chelmsford Road
Westford, MA 01886

Don’t miss your chance to see a gathering of this wonderful breed!

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Do you enjoy long hikes on beautiful days accompanied by your favorite 4–legged pooch? Do you like to take your dog on camping trips? If you do, you’ll love this great looking, practical, attractive backpack that your dog will love wearing. He can carry his own food, treats, toys, and miscellaneous supplies plus yours, as well in its large storage pockets. This custom designed dog backpack has a quick release leash holder and provides maximum comfort. And it’s great looking and very reasonably priced.

Scottish Terrier

Nicknamed the Diehard, the Scottie has a fiery, “tails up” attitude that makes it an alert, determined friend. A working terrier of Scotland’s highlands, this breed was once a member of a variety of terrier types collectively called the Scotch Terriers.

Considerable grooming is needed to keep the Scottie looking trim. Pet coats may be clipped but, if this is done, the hard coat texture softens. He reaches 10 inches at the shoulder and adult weight is between 18 and 22 pounds.

He is suited to almost any accommodations, enjoys the outdoors, and should have at least one brisk walk daily. The Scottie is most tolerant of older children who won’t tease it. The Scottie can be scrappy with other dogs, but as a house pet it is loyal, loving, playful and a good watch dog.

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Here are some great tips for new pup owners, according to animal behaviorist Mary Burch, the American Kennel Club’s (AKC) Canine Good Citizen and S.T.A.R. Puppy Director.

• Make sure your dog plays well with others. Socialize your dog by exposing him to everything you can will allow him to grow up well adjusted and comfortable meeting other dogs, strangers, and children. Make play dates with owners of other dogs.
• Expose your dog to experiences outside the home such as walks to various settings, including parking lots and busy places.
• Keep boredom and barking at bay by giving your dog plenty of exercise. If he is tired, he will sleep when you are not at home.
• Maintain a regular exercise schedule to keep your dog fit, healthy, and out of trouble.
• You can also enroll your pup in a basic training classes which teaches them and their owners practical skills, such as how to make sure a dog comes when called, how to diminish biting and nipping, and the basics of house training.

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While most people might think dog apparel requires special care and washing, in most cases it can be cared for in the same manner as people clothing.  Cleaning and washing dog clothing all depends on the fabric, just like our clothes.  For example, it’s not a good idea to put suede or leather in the washing machine, but cotton clothing is just fine for the most part.  But with cotton, it is important to be careful of shrinking, as cotton dog clothing tends not to be pre-washed.  Most dog clothing can go in the washing machine, but it might be necessary for some items to be dry cleaned.  For delicates, washing by hand is also an option.  Because dogs are closer to the floor, it’s natural for their clothing to become saturated with dust and grit, and it’s important to perform regular cleanings to keep the clothing looking at its best.

You can use all the standard cleaners on dog clothing including detergent, fabric softener, and bleach (for whites).  Just be careful to follow the instructions on the clothing or use your best judgment.