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As we enter a new month, it's time to announce our July Dogs of the Month for 2020.  Congratulations to..... Molly and Finbar These two pocket rockets are Irish Terriers, a rare breed to be seen. Be sure to keep an eye out for their upcoming blogs to learn more about these interesting terriers.
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Get to know more about our Dog of the Month, Fendi the Kelpie!  The Kelpie, also known as the Australian Kelpie if a fast, intelligent breed of dog that is longer then it is tall. Their compact build enables them to most quickly through packs of sheep and be as flexible as they need to be.
It is unconfirmed the exact origin of the Kelpie, some believe they are a cross of a Border Collie with a Dingo but other documents show they were developed from English North Country Collies, who were a great herding dogs throughout Britain. It is believed they imported, like many other sheepdogs, to Australia in the late 19th century and the breed has continued to be developed here in Australia to handle the harsh working environments of Aussie farms. Today they are used all throughout the country as both working dogs and pets. The name ‘Kelpie’ comes from the novel ‘Kidnapped’ written by Robert Louis Stevenson, a Scottish writer, who mentioned the water kelpie throughout his book. The Kelpie we know today is a very smart dog, who always needs a job to do. For this reason, if not working on a farm, they need a lot of mention stimulation and a strong, confident, calm pack leader to show them the way. Without rules and a job to do, the Kelpie can become very destructive and with a build and stamina like theirs, can very quickly learn how to climb fences and entertain themselves if they are allowed to be become bored. They fit will into a pack and if socialised correctly will welcome other animals into their pack including cats and smaller pets. Aside from their high need for mental and physical stimulation, the Kelpie is a rather easy breed to keep. Their short coat is easy to maintain with brushing only required as needed. The coats can come in a variety of colours with the most common being Red and Black and Tan but they can be found in Chocolate, Blue, Fawn or a combination of these colours too. Being an active dog a high quality diet will ensure a healthy dog that can live over 12 years of age. They are a breed that is prone to Progressive Retinal Atrophy, which is retinal degeneration causing partial to total blindness but other than this are not prone to any other major health issues. It's that time again, time to announce our lucky 6th Dog of the Month for 2020. Our lucky guest being crowned June's Dog of the Month is.....  Fendi Fendi the Kelpie! This sweet bundle of energy keeps the Doggy Doaters on their toes, always full of fun and ready for a great day of Doggy Daycare play!
Congratulations Fendi! The Boxer is a powerful and compact breed of dog, easily identified by their short muzzle and large nose, giving the appearance of a ‘squished’ face. The breed we developed in the 19th century in Germany and are descendant of two large mastiff type dogs, the Bullenbeiszer and the Barenbeiszer and over time were cross bred with Bulldogs, to create the Boxer that we all know and love today. Their name came from their ability and character trait to used their front lets like a bat when defending themselves, there for appearing to be boxing. Originally, the breed was used as working dogs, taking care of herds, pulling carts and also as fighting dogs and catching wild animals. They were also used as show dogs in theatre acts and circus groups. The breed standard for the Boxer was not set until 1904, prior to this the image of the Boxer varied. Today, they are used as guard dogs and some police and military work as well as search and rescue, competitive obedience and of course, a great family pet. The Boxer offers an easy to groom, almost maintenance free coat that can be easily brushed. They should only be bathed when needed. Their coat comes in a variety of colours including brindle, tan, fawn, black, mahogany and usually with white markings. They can also come in a pure white coat, however this colour is rarely accepted by Boxer clubs. The Boxers that we love and know today that fit perfectly into any family are known for their happy, playful, energetic personality. They are a very smart dog who love to learn and are eager to please, this is what makes them great for competitive sports. They love to be busy and are always on the move, they require plenty of physical and mental exercise to prevent destructive behaviour. They are a breed that can easily become highly strung, so too much mental energy built up can lead to this. From a young age, they need to be taught rules and boundaries and not encouraged to jump up at people, as this can cause more issues down the track once fully grown. The Boxer has a natural behaviour to protect it’s family, so make great guard dogs, however need to be well socialised from a young age with new people, animals and situations to avoid aggressive behaviour. The Boxer makes for a great family member to join an active house hold and love to be busy. They are very entertaining and leave everyone with a smile on their face. We are so excited to announce our May Dog of the Month for 2020. Congratulations to .....  Oscar the Boxer! Beautiful Oscar is a loved member of the Dogs Country Club family and being a Boxer, always puts a smile on everyone's faces and is always up to entertain us.
We know you will enjoy his upcoming blogs and beautiful photos. 
 The word “Schnauzer” is derived from the German word ‘Schnauze’ meaning ‘Muzzle’, and if you look a photo of April’s Dog of the Month you can understand why! They have a very distinctive muzzle and long “beard”, making them distinguishable from their closely related cousin, the German Pinscher. Schnauzers come in three different sizes; standard, giant and Miniature, with Standard Schnauzers being the oldest and original breed. In World War I Schnauzers were utilised as messenger dogs, livestock guardians and vermin hunters. Today, they still partake in hunting, tracking, obedience, guarding and many other talents.
Schnauzers are full of character. They are generally very playful and energetic and get along with everyone. They are great pets for families and they are known to get along well with children and other dogs. They are very loving and affectionate making them a great companion dog. These intelligent dogs can be stubborn at times so make sure to train them early on. A long walk or jog a day will keep this breed happy as well as some playtime with human or dog friends. It is also good to brush these dogs daily to prevent knots or matting. They have a long wiry coat that typically needs to be clipped twice a year. The usual clipping style for Schnauzer is for the upper body to be cut short and left slightly longer around the legs, head and underparts. Around the face will require regular trimming and grooming to keep any knots or matting from around the eyes, mouth and chin. It might take a bit of care with their coat however this breed sheds little to no hair and are great pets for allergy sufferers.  Why not spend your Easter weekend making some yummy muffins that even your pooch can enjoy!
Ingredients 3 medium Carrots, shredded (approximately 1 1/2 cup) 1 cup sugar free Apple Sauce 2 Eggs 1/2 cup Milk 1 1/2 cup Whole Wheat Flour 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Directions 1. Preheat oven to 180 degrees and line mini-muffin pans with paper liners. 2. In a medium bowl mix shredded carrots, apple sauce, eggs and milk then set aside. 3. In a large bowl mix whole wheat flour and cinnamon. 4. Once well combined add the wet carrot mixture to the flour mixture and stir until mixed. 5. Spoon cupcake batter into paper liners until 1/2 to 2/3 full. 6. Bake for 10 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the middle come out clean. 7. Cool 5 minutes in pans then remove and place on wire racks to cool completely. Makes 4 dozen yummy mini-muffins for everyone to enjoy!  It's something we all know, dogs get sick from eating chocolate. But why is that?
Well - there are two ingredients in chocolate that makes our dogs (and cats) sick, this is caffeine and the chemical used in chocolate called theobromine. Dog's bodies and organs are not able to metabolize either of these chemicals the same way that humans can which makes them far more sensitive to the effects of them. It can be confusing when you see dog treats (especially around Easter time) that appear to be made of or from chocolate. These products use Carob instead of Chocolate, which contains no caffeine and no theobromine so is safe for dogs to eat. If you are concerned that your dog has ingested chocolate or any other toxic food, you should always seek vet treatment. Congratulations to our Dog of the Month for April 2020... Dhamma the Standard Schnauzer!  Be sure to watch this space over April for more information about this energetic and charismatic breed!
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