Life With Rodeo.....A Border Collie With Personality

Mar 9, Dog Food: Your Dog Is Family - Feed Them Healthy - Make Them Happy!

Tue, 09 Mar 2010 01:29:17 GMT

Make an informed decision about your Dog Food and its affects on your pets health. Join me and both my pups Rodeo and Maddie for their daily antics.

Mar 8, Links I Love

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 06:26:37 GMT

In the process of building my own webpage and being a dog owner I have discovered many fabulous dog sites with quality dog products and services. I'm listing those links here for you to explore.

Mar 8, Bad Dog Is That Your Dog Face The Pawsibility That Your A Bad Dog Parent

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:21:00 GMT

Bad Dog! Have you been to a friends house and heard them holler that phrase at their dog? Each time I hear someone do that, I want to get up and smack them with a newspaper and say, Bad Dog Parent!

Mar 8, Dog Training Tools You Don't Have To Be An Expert

Mon, 08 Mar 2010 03:16:50 GMT

Do you want a dog but you're afraid of the dog training you'll need to do? Relax, anyone can learn to train their dog with a few simple tools & some basic information. Start your dog training now!

Mar 7, Dog Barking A Misunderstood Annoyance That Can Be Resolved

Sun, 07 Mar 2010 17:26:20 GMT

s your dog barking to communicate or is it just an annoyance bark? Do you know how to identify a problem dog bark and what methods to use to correct it?

Mar 6, Choosing The Best Dog Food For Your Pet?

Sat, 06 Mar 2010 06:24:19 GMT

Choosing the Best Dog Food can be an overwhelming chore at best with the unbelievable amount of choices of dog foods that are available. I really do not believe that there is a Best Dog Food for eac

Mar 5, The Best Dry Dog Food - Do You Know What To Look For?

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 15:44:16 GMT

Have you considered what the Best Dry Dog Food is for your dog? Do you know what Dry Dog Food has to offer and what it can potentially expose your dog to? Are you tired of trying to sort through com

Mar 5, Holiday Hound Safety - Is Your Home Safe?

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:56:37 GMT

Thinking about putting up your holiday decorations? Have you considered the potential danger's lurking for your holiday hound? It may be something you haven't considered or don't know what to loo

Mar 5, The Dangers of Halloween For Your Dogs

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:44:53 GMT

Do you know that Halloween can be dangerous to your dog? Have you made the necessary preparations at your house for your dog to have a safe Halloween? Do you know what the dangers of Halloween are?

Mar 5, Spoiling Your Pampered Pooch On A Budget

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:37:44 GMT

Pampered pooch emptying your wallet but you can't stop spoiling the dog. You can pamper your precious pooch and pinch pennies. Join us for tips that will have your pampered pooch looking fabulous!

Mar 5, Organic Dog Treats Health Advantages

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:30:41 GMT

We enjoy treating our furry friends to a dog treat as a reward or just for fun. Choosing a quality dog treat is important. So join us as we start our discussion with organic dog treats.

Mar 5, Natural Dog Treats & Holistic DogTreats What To Look For

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:28:20 GMT

Do you serve your dog Natural Dog Treats or Holistic Treats? Did you know that Natural label could be deceiving? Learn to read your dog's treat label & pick true natural and holistic dog treats.

Mar 5, What Makes Healthy Dog Treats And How Do You Choose One

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:26:21 GMT

Healthy dog treats has become a priority for dog lovers. What to look for when choosing a dog treat? What does natural or organic mean? Look inside the new face of healthy dog treats.

Mar 5, Dog Treats Make A Healthy Choice

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:23:56 GMT

Do you reward your dog with healthy daily dog treats? Have you ever read the label on your dog's treat bag? Do you know what's important in choosing a healthy dog treat? Join us as we explore the o

Mar 5, Grouchy Dog Is It A Warning or Just Their Disposition

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:16:24 GMT

A grouchy dog is often stereotyped as a dog of a specific breed and the true nature of their poor personality or bad disposition is overlooked. Find out what to look for.

Mar 5, Using Dog Food To Get Dog Training Results

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 06:04:59 GMT

Using Dog Food To Get Dog Training Results

Mar 5, Active Dogs Are Natural Are You Providing Enough Activity

Fri, 05 Mar 2010 05:17:15 GMT

Active dogs are natural, unfortunately if the owner isn't active, the dog becomes a couch potato also. When choosing, consider a dogs level of activity needs & see if they fit into your lifestyle.

Mar 4, Dog Toys Making Playtime Fun & Making It Count

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:58:48 GMT

Dog toys are an important part of your dog's life so choose a toy that's suited to your dog's specific size & needs. Take advantage of wide selections of dog toys & re-invent your playtime together.

Mar 4, Barkin Bargains

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:49:16 GMT

Barkin Bargains has everything you need to spoil your dog rotten and quality products to care for them and keep them healthy. Everything You Need At Great Prices!

Mar 4, Dog E-books

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:34:24 GMT

Dog e-books, Dog Health, Dog Food, Dog Care, Dog Treats, Dog Treatments, Dog Accessories and More For Dog Owners

Mar 4, Dog Bloat Do You Know How To Spot This Common Dog Ailment?

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:22:23 GMT

Dog bloat is a life threatening illness that comes on fast. Do you know the symptoms or what to do if your dog is showing symptoms? Time is essential, learn the facts now.

Mar 4, Dog Worms Learning Their Symptoms and Identification

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:10:26 GMT

Do you treat your precious pup for dog worms? Do you know how to identify the symptoms and treat worms? Learn how important a worm prevention plan is to your dog's health.

Mar 4, Preventing Dog Hot Spots Learn The Secrets

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 05:02:43 GMT

Dog Hot Spots can be prevented. Do you know how to properly treat your dog for a hot spot? Learn to recognize, treat and prevent dog hot spots.

Mar 4, Dog Energy Requirements

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:29:21 GMT

What are your dog's energy requirements? Do you know what the five basic ingredients for your dog's energy requirements are? How do you determine how much to feed your dog?

Mar 4, Dog Food Brands - Is There A Difference?

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 04:09:54 GMT

Do you struggle with picking out dog food brands every time you go to the store? Do you wonder if your dog is getting the nutrition they need? Let's go over the basics so that you will know what to

Mar 4, The Best Dog Food Brand Choice Because Your Dog Is Unique

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:56:12 GMT

Your dog is unique in age, size, health & energy and requires the best dog food brand. Serving a dog food without checking the ingredients is like buying pants without knowing the waist size!

Mar 4, Fleas and Ticks Gone On Winter Vacation?

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 03:44:11 GMT

Old man winter has arrived but don't think because the dog days of summer are gone, that so are the fleas and ticks. They likely have just moved into a warmer climate with you! Are you prepared?

Mar 4, Dog Treatments - Treating Your Sick Or Injured Dog

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:45:44 GMT

For most of us when we talk about how we treat our dogs we are discussing how spoiled they are but what about medical dog treatments. Do you know what to do if your dog suddenly gets sick or what if

Mar 4, Dog Grooming - Details, Details, Details

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:42:33 GMT

The fine details of dog grooming are just as important as bathing and brushing your dog. Do you know what additional grooming essentials are necessary for your dog? What is involved in dog nail trim

Mar 4, Dog Brushing and Bathing

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:31:14 GMT

Do you know how often your dog bathing is actually needed? Should you be dog brushing them once a month or once a day? Are you bathing your dog too frequently?

Mar 4, Create A Dog House or Dog Shelter

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:24:58 GMT

Do you have an adequate dog house for your pup? Even if your dog is on the spoiled side & sleeps inside, have a proper dog shelter available for emergencies. How to choose the right dog shelter?

Mar 4, Dog Grooming Tools

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 02:20:04 GMT

Do you groom your dog? Do you know what dog grooming tools to use? Do you know how often to groom your dog?

Mar 4, Dog Accessories Caring For Your Dog

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 01:59:40 GMT

Do you know what dog accessories you need to groom your dog? Do you know what should be routine grooming and what should be occasional grooming? Are you going to groom your dog at home or are you go

Mar 4, Natural Dog Food and Organic Dog Food - Cut Through The Hype

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 01:48:48 GMT

As time goes by and the hype from the Dog Food scares dies down, we continue to hear more about Natural Dog Food and Organic Dog Food. So it's natural for more of us to wonder if these new options

Mar 4, Homemade Dog Food

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:48:56 GMT

Do you worry about what your dog is eating? Have you considered trying a homemade dog food diet but are concerned that it would be too much work or that you just don't know enough about it? The

Mar 4, Doggie Diets

Thu, 04 Mar 2010 00:33:14 GMT

Have you noticed that your dog has put on more than a few pounds? Do you know that overweight dogs can have serious health issues? How do you know if your dog should be on one of the doggie diets?

Feb 28, Is It Spring Yet?

Sun, 28 Feb 2010 08:20:32 GMT

I am so tired of cold and snow and so are my animals. It has been an exceptionally long winter this year and we just haven't had those nice in between warm days that give you a break from the frigid weather. I need sunshine and I need a nice warm day to warm my bones and the dog's are ready too. I encourage Rodeo and Maddie to spend as much time outdoors as possible during the winter because I want to make sure they are getting enough exercise and activity, but this year I've had trouble getting them to go out. It's just so cold that they don't want to go. Most days, I basically have to force them out the door and they do their business and want right back in. I've tried just making them stay out anyway for a while but they just go and hideout in the dog house - No exercise there! LOL! We have lots of toys here in the house and we play catch and wrestle and stuff but it's just not the same. We live on a farm/ranch, so they are used to getting lots of freedom and activity. I've noticed them being a little grouchy lately and I think they just have cabin fever. I know I do. Finally today the temp got up close to 50 degrees and they were elated. They spent the whole day outdoors. When they finally came back in, they were exhausted. I think Maddie practically fell asleep in her food bowl! It's hard this time of year to make sure our animals get enough exercise and activity but it's important to make an effort. A sedentary lifestyle is absolutely not healthy for them and it certainly doesn't make them happy either. I'd love to hear your ideas and how you manage to keep your animals active during the winter. So please feel free to jump on and share your stories! Have A Great Dog Day! Michelle :)

Feb 21, Nutrition

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 19:04:50 GMT

I was really intrigued by the articles posted here. As a Registered Veterinary Technician I to have had a horrible time trying to find a treat or chew

Feb 21, Love Your Dog Food Website Launches Barkin Bargains Affordable Pet Products

Sun, 21 Feb 2010 10:11:58 GMT

Rodeo and Maddie, the company hounds, are helping us launch affordable and quality pet products with the opening of Love Your Dog Food website's new online store, Barkin Bargains. Pampered pet owners everywhere love to spoil their pets and Rodeo and Maddie think that all pets should be super loved and spoiled. With this idea in mind, Barkin' Bargains has put together a store for it's furry friends to eliminate the high pet product and pet supply cost. Every pet parent should be able to pamper and spoil their furry friend at an affordable price. Barkin' Bargains is making every effort to bring supplies for every occasion and at a low cost to you and your pampered pooch. The owners of Love Your Dog Food especially loves dogs but welcomes all critters in for a visit. The goal is to provide both quality and affordable pet products that will meet every pet's nutritional and health needs with quality pet foods, pet treatments and much, much more. Rodeo and Maddie want to be sure and mention that there is lots of fun stuff too like pet toys and treats. The products are high quality pet products but are easily affordable to spoil your furry friend rotten. Love Your Dog Food website also offers information on pet care, pet health, pet nutrition, pet food, grooming and everything dog. Sign up for e-mail price special updates and a newsletter. Maddie and Rodeo are looking forward to lots of new pet parents and furry friends stopping by Barkin' Bargains.

Feb 12, Yeah, It's Friday!

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 21:08:59 GMT

I'm so glad the week is over. Life has just been crazy lately. There's just too much going on with taxes and paperwork and ballgames and working on my website etc, etc, etc,..... you get the idea, as I'm sure you are all equally as busy. Sometimes when it's late and Maggie comes over and snuggles up underneath my laptop, as if to say, put that thing away Mom! I wonder how did life get so complicated? My oldest daughter is off at her first year of school and I envy her so. She's so carefree and enjoying every moment that life hands to her. I remember those days. I just keep wondering how it all went wrong! LOL! So, in the mean time, I'm trying to take more time outs and play with the dogs and really enjoy them. Even just a few minutes of throwing the ball or wrestling on the floor improves everybody's mood! Not to mention the much needed exercise involved. I also am making more time to spend with my family just talking. You remember, just a good old fashioned hey, how was your day? What happened today? It's so easy to become disconnected. So give yourself, your family and your pets a stress break and slow down a little. It really does help. When you come back to your work, you are more relaxed and you feel like you've accomplished something important. Besides, spending time with those that you love, is never wasted time. :) Have A Happy Dog Day! Michelle

Feb 8, Now Offering Barkin' Bargains

Mon, 08 Feb 2010 09:42:00 GMT

Hi everyone! Well, after much hair pulling and late nights, I have finally managed to get my Barkin' Bargains Store up and running. It isn't all that I want to offer but it's a great start. I'm pleased to be able to offer those of you who love to spoil your pooch the way I do an opportunity to do so and save some money at the same time. So take a few minutes and have a look around. I'd love to hear suggestions of things you would like to see added and remember, I'm always up for new page ideas to help you answer questions. Also, sign up to receive updates and occasional freebies! Thank you for looking and Happy Shopping! Have A Great Dog Day! Michelle :)

Jan 26, Dog Food Labeling & Dog Food Regulations

Tue, 26 Jan 2010 05:18:48 GMT

Dog food labeling and dog food regulations have yet to make the significant changes necessary to ensure that your dog is getting the safe, nutritional dog food they deserve.

Jan 25, Bark Brigade Bargains - Deals For Your Dog

Mon, 25 Jan 2010 17:48:46 GMT

Welcome to my site Bark Brigade Bargains where you find deals for your dog and information on a multitude of subjects that will help make your dog happy and healthier & great deals on dog items

Jan 20, Link Exchanges

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 07:53:45 GMT

This page contains links and link exchanges that I have found helpful in finding information for my own website and promoting my website.

Jan 16, Muddy Puppy Feet Everywhere! Oh and $7 E-book too!!!

Sat, 16 Jan 2010 00:28:34 GMT

Have I mentioned that I hate winter! I hate the cold, the ice and the mud that ends up on everybody's feet when it all melts! I especially despise the mud on my puppy dog's feet. It's just that time of the year and the kids (Rodeo and Maddie) just can't help themselves from staying out of the mud and as all of you know, if you don't do something drastic your house will soon look like a mud wrestling pit! However, over the years, I've learned a few tricks that help keep the floors clean and keeps me from threatening the family and the dogs with bodily harm! LOL! For starters I make sure I keep a good stiff rug outside the doors and I keep it shook out and clean as often as possible. I also try to sweep off the sidewalks leading up to the doors occasionally. Next I keep boot scrapers outside the doors and continue with rugs inside the doors that are movable and washable. For the dogs, I've also added a flat dog bed beside the patio door that I demand they make a sharp left turn as soon as they enter the door to and lay down on. This gives them time to dry off and clean their feet. It's also easy to clean. I just take the vacuum to it every week. It also gives the dogs a very clear message of what I want them to do when they come in the door and their feet are dirty. On a really bad day, I'll grab a damp cloth and help them wipe their feet but if it's too serious, I just run a couple of inches of water in the tub and give them a quick rinse. It saves everybody the hassle of cleaning up! So if you're having trouble with muddy paw prints, try a new routine with a specific place for them to go to when they enter the house. It will save you and them a ton of cleaning! ****SALE***SALE***SALE***SALE***SALE***SALE***SALE***SALE***SALE*** For those of you who are always interested in more information on treating your common dog ailments at home, there's good news! My Common Dog Ailments E-book is now available at Only $7 and with every purchase you will receive an additional E-book absolutely FREE! So check it out! Click Here To Go To Common Dog Ailments Have A Happy Dog Day! Michelle : )

Jan 8, New Series of Dog Food Brand Pages

Fri, 08 Jan 2010 17:20:22 GMT

Hello and Happy Friday Everybody! I just love Friday's and the start of a new weekend. So many possibilities! So I have been working on a new set of pages for my website. I'm often frustrated with the information or lack of information on dog food out there. It's so hard to distinguish what you should be looking for or not looking for and what agencies are policing who? So I'm taking a shot at it myself. I'm addressing:

Choosing The Best Dog Food Brand
Dog Food Regulations & Dog Food Labeling
Dog Food Nutritional Requirements
Dog Food Energy Requirements

and well what ever else I think needs addressing while I'm writing it. lol I often tend to think of new things that I should talk about when I'm writing and I end up writing an entirely different page than I started out to. My hope is that I can explain some of the mess that is dog food and make it a little easier for you to make your choice for your precious little buddy or in my case two spoiled rotten, very picky, I'm so not eating that Mom, I love them very much precious little buddies! Oh, and before I go, my kids are pretty much grown - the youngest is 16 - so days of them crawling into bed with me in the middle of the night are few and far between. However, Maddie has begun a new version of this. She waits until her dad is asleep because he doesn't allow puppies to sleep in the bed and then crawls up quietly on my side of the bed and makes her way up to gently lay her head on my pillow right beside me. It's adorable! The drawback - Now I'm sleeping between two snorers! Have a Happy Dog Weekend! Michelle :)

Jan 4, My Grandpa Johnny

Mon, 04 Jan 2010 02:53:01 GMT

My Grandfather passed away this week and I want to take a few lines to share with you the man who's legacy of hard work, ethics and strong commitment to family helped me to become the person I am today. He met my Grandmother at a dance one evening and that first dance never really ended. It truly was love at first site and they spent the rest of their lives dancing that dance with each other. Sharing their lives together on a small farm, raising their four children and loving each other. It was truly a love to write about and such a gift to those of us lucky enough to grow up around. As children, they were just our Grandma and Grandpa. We all grew up on the farm and helped with chores and hung out learning the ways of farm life. For most of us it was the beginning of our love for the simple life and animals. Although those days have long gone, they are never far from my mind and continue to be some of the happiest times of my life. Now that we are grown, we realize the gifts our grandparents have bestowed upon us and that they are much more than just Grandma and Grandpa. Grandpa may be gone now, but the things he has taught us all through his love, laughter, humor and grace in the way he lived his life will last us a life time. I love you Grandpa Johnny. Thank you for everything you have given me and our family. Until we meet again...

Dec 28, Finally A Little Sunshine

Mon, 28 Dec 2009 07:48:57 GMT

It was so nice to see the sun shining again today. Maddie and Rodeo were starting to get a little crazy spending too much time indoors. They have been having regular wrestling matches in the living room and it sounds like the WWF for dogs in my living room! LOL! It is so nice though to see Rodeo enjoying himself with his new playmate. I always spent so much time trying to play with him but I just could keep up. Border Collies are such active dogs. Maddie and him are just having a ball every day running and chasing each other outdoors. Plus we get to play with the balls inside (during winter). It's such healthy competition. Maddie has been a true blessing for all of us and I would encourage anyone that is thinking of adding a dog to their family to at least consider adoption from a shelter or a rescue dog. Take your time and choose wisely to make sure that you are a good fit for the dog and the dog is a good fit for you and your family. They can add so much to your home and what you add to their lives is immeasurable. Have A Happy Dog Day! Michelle :)

Dec 22, Check Out My E-Book!

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 08:26:10 GMT

Hey everyone! I know it's been too many days since I've been on to chat but wow things have just been nuts around here. I finally made it past my first big mile stone and have my e-book completely online and ready to go! Woo-Hoo! I'm so excited to share the information found in the Common Dog Ailments E-book I'm offering. It's truly information that every dog lover finds themselves in need of as they care for their furry friend. I've also included a complementary ***FREE E-BOOK BONUS*** This informative free e-book will show you how to potty train that new puppy or work on obedience training. It also offers advice on problems like chewing too! It's filled with multiple subjects to help you train your precious pooch. So I hope you'll take a few minutes and visit the link below for more information and please invite your friends to visit as well. Stay Warm - Cuddle up with your pup! Have a Merry Christmas(and your dog too) Michelle :)

Dec 22, Is Your Dog Suffering In Silent Pain? Learn To Take Control Now!

Tue, 22 Dec 2009 07:59:56 GMT

Learn to identify your dog's health problems with simple observation and symptom identification steps! A New e-book by Love Your Dog Food.com shows you how to recognize the symptoms of your dog's pain, suffering and illnesses and how to treat them quickly and effectively. This dog e-book will allow you to take immediate action to alleviate any discomfort, pain or suffering for your faithful companion. The sooner you are able to treat your dog, the faster they will return to good health. We want to offer our readers an e-book that is complementary to our website, states M. Houser, Love Your Dog Food Website Owner. Common Dog Ailments e-book comes with a complimentary **FREE BONUS E-BOOK** This informative free e-book offers advice on training your new puppy in everything from potty training to chewing to obedience training. Common Dog Ailments Helps You: **Learn to recognize the symptoms to the most common dog ailments. **Know exactly how to act and treat an illness or injury and have appropriate supplies on hand **Decide if self-treatment at home is appropriate or a trip to a Vet is needed. **Imagine saving on unnecessary Vet expenses by controlling health issues before they become big ones. Common Dog Ailments is now available in PDF format online for the price of $17.00. For more information on Love Your Dog Food Website's e-book, visit: http://www.love-your-dog-food.com/common-dog-ailments.html ABOUT: Love Your Dog Food.com Make an informed decision about your Dog Food and its effects on your pet's health. Let me share the details of how the right dog food, dog care and just good old fashioned love and affection can help your dog live a healthier and longer life? Join me and both my pups Rodeo and Maddie for their daily antics and learn to Love Your Dog Healthy! New pages are added regularly on dog heath, accessories, nutrition, grooming and everything dog! Press Contact: Michelle Houser http://www.love-your-dog-food.com zukigal@hotmail.com