The Secret to Cooking4Canines is Unleashed by NBC’s TODAY Show

Phoenix, AZ (Vocus/PRWEB ) August 14, 2009 — Yoga4Dogs co-founder, Amy Stevens, appeared on the NBC TODAY Show (Wednesday, August 12, 2009), alongside co-anchor Hoda Kotb and co-host Kathie Lee Gifford to share recipes from her new book, Cooking4Canines. Stevens is also the co-creator and host of the Yoga4Dogs DVD, the only dog yoga DVD available anywhere. Read more

Benefits of Dog Training, Socialization and Exercise

By: Susie Aga

I would like to share my professional opinion on the benefits of dog training. Through training you will build a strong lifelong bond between you and your dog. A well-behaved dog is more likely to become an active member of your family. Well-socialized, trained dogs make it easy for you to take them on vacations, to parks, and on visits to family members’ homes without it being stressful for either of you. Training requires consistency, motivation and timing. The main thing most people do not realize is that the training is for the owner as well as the dog. Dogs cannot think like we do, but we can surely think like them; we just need to learn how. Dogs are pack animals, and in their pack there is always a leader, the Alpha. We just need to understand how to become an alpha. Communication is the key. The alpha dictates everything to the pack; she or he will teach boundaries as well as what is acceptable and what is not. If we train like we are the alpha then it is instinctual for the dog to understand that we are in charge. Read more

New Year’s Resolutions – A Healthier Dog

By Laura Garber, CPDT

With the holidays behind us, we’ve all packed on a few extra pounds, even our beloved canine family members. So, as you determine your own New Year’s resolutions, make sure that you consider making some healthy resolutions for him as well. Fortunately some of our everyday tricks make for a great workout and, given the cold and inclement weather outside, you’ll be happy to hear that there’s plenty you can do inside! Read more

Physical & Mental Stimulation

Dogs need to be stimulated, both mentally and physically. Most breeds of dogs were developed to perform specific jobs for people, such as guarding, herding and hunting—work that demands great physical stamina and intense mental concentration. Without a “job” to do every day, our companion canines can become bored—at the very least. In general, a stimulated dog is a better-behaved dog. If the dog is physically spent, he is much less likely to engage in a variety of problem behaviors.

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Doga, Which Means Yoga For Dogs

Nowadays, things that are designed for people, also have a purpose for dogs!  There’s doggie clothes, daycares, beds, potties, and now there’s doga!  Doga is a type of yoga that is specific for dogs.

The way Doga works is the owner attends the Doga class with their dog to help their dog do certain positions and stretches.  Some of these classes may also require the dog owner to massage their dog and apply pressure in certain areas to enhance relaxation. 
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