Today, we had the honor of helping out a very worthy animal resuce organization- Paws For Life. We had a great time meeting everyone that came out to support what they do for all the animals. They did a fundraiser today at Cloverlanes Bowl and had a great turnout.
We donated 25% of our sales today and pet beds for their silent auction.
They are always looking for donations and volunteers. Here is their list of most needed items:
Wish List
- Scoopable cat litter- Litter boxes- Dog and cat toys- Adult cat dry food (Chicken Soup for Cat Lover's Soul, Science Diet, Wellness, Nutro)- Kitten dry food (Chicken Soup for Kitten Lover's Soul, Science Diet, Wellness, Nutro)- Canned cat and kitten food- Cat scratching posts, cat towers, cat condos- Dog and cat collars, leashes- Dog and cat beds- Cages, crates, carriers- Flea prevention drops- Heartworm medication- Gas cards
I will post this on Twitter and Facebook for all our friends. I would like to urge everyone to support at least one local shelter, whether it be with your time, money or supplies.
These people work at hard to foster, love and give the most t.l.c. anyone could ever give.
Our new kitten, Mattie was a rescue kitten from Paws For Life. Her mama, Abby is still available for adoption. Give a rescue animal a home and a new life! They deserve it!
Don't forgot to vote for Paws For Life by clicking here. Every vote counts. They can win $100,000 to keep their shelter going.
Sunday, January 31, 2010
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Mickey's Pet Supplies carries FDA Approved lead free dog bowl & cat bowl
Mickey's Pet Supplies only carries dog bowls and cat bowls that are lead free
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
PR Log (Press Release) – Jan 28, 2010 – Pet owners are looking for a dog bowl that is safe for their pet, but also want a fun and creative bowl. Discerning pet owners look for a dog bowl that is durable- meaning a heavy-weight bowl that is chip and break resistant that will go in the microwave and dishwasher. They also want a bowl that is lead and cadmium free- approved for food consumption by the FDA. When choosing a dog bowl or cat bowl for their store, Mickey's Pet Supplies asks if the bowl is made to the FDA standards. This means that the companies that manufacture the dog bowls and cat bowls has passed the inspection that makes them lead and cadmium free. The Signature Line of dog and cat bowls is heavier than most any other dog bowl & cat bowl. This makes them the most stable pet bowl available so that the dog can't push it around. The weight also gives these pet bowls a substantial "rich" look and feel. All Signature Housewares products meet FDA and California Proposition 65 standards as they relate to food safety. Signature products are independently tested for both standards since 1995 and are completely safe for any type of food usage.All categories of our product line meet these standards, including pet bowls, so you can confidently use our products knowing that they are stringently tested to comply with FDA and Proposition 65 standards. Our Harry Barker pet bowls are made of high-fired restaurant-quality ceramic. This company makes their bowls lead and cadmium free, dishwasher and microwave safe. & FDA Approved. Castlemere bowls are FDA approved safe for your pet. They are twice fired at a high temperature to insure a safe, long lasting, sturdy and chip resistant product. Dishwasher and microwave safe. Castlemere ceramic pet bowls are a heavy weight stoneware bowl. Their designs are creative and fun. Petrageous designs pet bowls stoneware is fired at higher temperatures than other ceramics making them stronger & more durable. A dog bowl that is high-fired is much more durable and less likely to chip or break. Petrageous has many styles to match any home décor or personality and all the styles we carry are dishwasher & microwave safe. They are made to FDA standards and CCIB certified. Mickey's Pet Supplies knows that their customers want only the best quality in a dog bowl and cat bowl for their pet and only carry those lines that can stand the Food and Drug Administration's test concerning food safety and their pets. You will find a nice selection of ceramic and stainless steel dog bowls and dual dog bowl and cat bowl sets. Find All Natural, Holistic, Organic and Eco Friendly pet supplies at Mickey's Pet Supplies http://www.mickeyspetsupplies.com/ (877) 866-5431 Where pets want to shop!
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All Natural, Holistic, Organic and Eco-Friendly pet products for cat and dogs. Personalized service, Low Prices and High Quality pet products. Free Range dog chews, Wholesome Hide rawhides, Wet Noses, Zuke's, Stella & Chewy's, Dr. Harvey's, Aunt Jenni's and Cloudstar all natural dog treats.
Friday, January 29, 2010
Free Range Dog Chews
Mickey's Pet Supplies proudly carries the Free Range brand of dog chews. Recently, we have been informed that our supplier, Free Range Dog Chews has moved their plant location from Brazil to Argentina.
That has produced a backorder on all our Free Range Bully Sticks, Bully Jr. sticks and Natural bones and we are anxiously awaiting the supply to be available again within the next 30 days.
We thought our customers should know that there are some other companies that have been calling their bully sticks Free Range, but in fact, we have found more information regarding this.
Please beware of some other companies products claiming that they are Free Range Dog Chews.
Buy from retailers that only carry the FREE RANGE DOG CHEWS brand and label.
Here is the press release by Free Range Dog Chews.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Free Range Dog Chews Moving to Greener Pastures
Romeo, MI (January 12, 2010) – In keeping with the Free Range Dog Chew's commitment to market only the finest quality products available, President Ralph Claypool Sr. has announced that due to industry consolidations, the company is moving its beef production from Brazil and its lamb production from the U.S., both to Argentina.
"Argentina offers us the unique opportunity to supply our customers with the world's finest meat products," says Claypool. "Argentine organic beef, mostly from the Aberdeen Angus lineage, is considered some of the healthiest and highest quality and is in demand worldwide." Claypool went on to say that "this is important to Free Range because of the company's belief that ‘healthy treats come from healthy cattle.'"
Free Range Dog Chews takes pride in making products from grass-fed-only cattle. The products have no added hormones, antibiotics, animal by-products, steroids, or preservatives, and present no risk of "mad cow" disease. The chews are merely dehydrated before packaging, which is a safe and natural process.
While the company has been pleased with the quality of Brazil-sourced meat products in the past, this situation has recently changed. "Three U.S. companies now control the majority of the beef in Brazil and have imported their bigbusiness mentality of ‘highest possible production level with least cost'," says Claypool. "Unfortunately, to achieve their goals, they are finding it necessary to begin conforming Brazil's beef industry to U.S. standards, including putting cattle in feed lots; using steroids, hormones, antibiotics, and supplemental by-products (which is illegal in Argentina); and, in some cases, even establishing ranches in the endangered Amazon Rainforest."
"In light of these changes, we have made the decision to move our production operations to Argentina so that we can, with complete confidence, assure our customers that all of our beef and lamb treats are humanely raised in a stress-free environment, with the animals thriving on their native organic diet while they roam free in ecological rotation matrix pastures," asserts Claypool. The company has already opened three plants within a two-hour radius of its raw-material sources, ensuring that all of their products are processed fresh, never frozen. A fourth plant will be online in March 2010.
Free Range Dog Chews Inc. is best known for its Odor-Free Bully Sticks, which will remain the case. In fact, due to the Angus lineage of the cattle, the company will be able to fulfill the overwhelming requests for Supreme/Monster Bully Sticks, as all of the Bully Sticks from Argentina are a larger diameter.
"It has been well worth our investment in time, energy, and financial resources to make this positive move, which has allowed us to maintain our core values, rather than lower our standards," said Claypool. "In this case, the grass is greener on the other side and that's where you'll find us!"
About Free Range Dog Chews Inc.With almost three decades of experience in the pet industry, Free Range Dog Chews Inc. provides customers with dog treats and chews that are as close to nature as possible. The company merely dehydrates them to a shelf-stable level. Free Range Dog Chews proudly offers Odor-Free Bully Sticks, Buckarooz antlers, and one or two-ingredient treats from Beef, Chicken, Duck, Fish, Goat, Lamb, Pork, and Rabbit.
That has produced a backorder on all our Free Range Bully Sticks, Bully Jr. sticks and Natural bones and we are anxiously awaiting the supply to be available again within the next 30 days.
We thought our customers should know that there are some other companies that have been calling their bully sticks Free Range, but in fact, we have found more information regarding this.
Please beware of some other companies products claiming that they are Free Range Dog Chews.
Buy from retailers that only carry the FREE RANGE DOG CHEWS brand and label.
Here is the press release by Free Range Dog Chews.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Free Range Dog Chews Moving to Greener Pastures
Romeo, MI (January 12, 2010) – In keeping with the Free Range Dog Chew's commitment to market only the finest quality products available, President Ralph Claypool Sr. has announced that due to industry consolidations, the company is moving its beef production from Brazil and its lamb production from the U.S., both to Argentina.
"Argentina offers us the unique opportunity to supply our customers with the world's finest meat products," says Claypool. "Argentine organic beef, mostly from the Aberdeen Angus lineage, is considered some of the healthiest and highest quality and is in demand worldwide." Claypool went on to say that "this is important to Free Range because of the company's belief that ‘healthy treats come from healthy cattle.'"
Free Range Dog Chews takes pride in making products from grass-fed-only cattle. The products have no added hormones, antibiotics, animal by-products, steroids, or preservatives, and present no risk of "mad cow" disease. The chews are merely dehydrated before packaging, which is a safe and natural process.
While the company has been pleased with the quality of Brazil-sourced meat products in the past, this situation has recently changed. "Three U.S. companies now control the majority of the beef in Brazil and have imported their bigbusiness mentality of ‘highest possible production level with least cost'," says Claypool. "Unfortunately, to achieve their goals, they are finding it necessary to begin conforming Brazil's beef industry to U.S. standards, including putting cattle in feed lots; using steroids, hormones, antibiotics, and supplemental by-products (which is illegal in Argentina); and, in some cases, even establishing ranches in the endangered Amazon Rainforest."
"In light of these changes, we have made the decision to move our production operations to Argentina so that we can, with complete confidence, assure our customers that all of our beef and lamb treats are humanely raised in a stress-free environment, with the animals thriving on their native organic diet while they roam free in ecological rotation matrix pastures," asserts Claypool. The company has already opened three plants within a two-hour radius of its raw-material sources, ensuring that all of their products are processed fresh, never frozen. A fourth plant will be online in March 2010.
Free Range Dog Chews Inc. is best known for its Odor-Free Bully Sticks, which will remain the case. In fact, due to the Angus lineage of the cattle, the company will be able to fulfill the overwhelming requests for Supreme/Monster Bully Sticks, as all of the Bully Sticks from Argentina are a larger diameter.
"It has been well worth our investment in time, energy, and financial resources to make this positive move, which has allowed us to maintain our core values, rather than lower our standards," said Claypool. "In this case, the grass is greener on the other side and that's where you'll find us!"
About Free Range Dog Chews Inc.With almost three decades of experience in the pet industry, Free Range Dog Chews Inc. provides customers with dog treats and chews that are as close to nature as possible. The company merely dehydrates them to a shelf-stable level. Free Range Dog Chews proudly offers Odor-Free Bully Sticks, Buckarooz antlers, and one or two-ingredient treats from Beef, Chicken, Duck, Fish, Goat, Lamb, Pork, and Rabbit.
Thursday, January 28, 2010
Certified Organic Pet Shampoo
We just love their Coconut Mint Conditioning Coat Cleanser and Coat Conditioner.
This leaves our dog's coat smelling so wonderful and fresh.
We love the fact that this company is Certified Organic pet products.
Canine Earth products are made in the USA and certified organic under USDA National Organic Program standards
All of their ingredients are naturally self-preserving, petro and chemical free, & hypo-allergenic so no worries about how safe they are.
The light scent of tropical coconut combined with the stimulating scent of sweet peppermint will leave your canine companion's skin and coat soft and conditioned.
You may want to try the brand new Not Mangy Mango for another fresh and slightly fruity fragrance. Infused with the sweet scent of mango and orange that will leave your pup's skin and coat soft and conditioned.
We can't say enough about the Canine Earth Apple Paw Balm! Our dog's paws become dry and cracked in this brittle cold weather. When she is relaxed at night, we simply rub a little into her pads. Again, we don't have to worry if she licks some of it off, as these products are perfectly fine.
There are a lot of cleansers and paw creams for your dog available, but we love our Canine Earth!
Wednesday, January 27, 2010
Free Range Dog Chews On Sale
Mickey's Pet Supplies has just added more Free Range dog chews products to their lineup.
Check out the NEW Catch of the Day- Big Catch -Wild caught Atlantic cod and sweet potato and the Lamb and Sweet Potato Nuggets
These are on sale today through January 31st only and Take another 10% off your dog treats order with coupon code HUGME at checkout.
Find the best selection of the Free Range products with low prices at Mickey's Pet Supplies.
Tuesday, January 26, 2010
LA dog rescue
We have watched this rescue on the news and just thought it is worth posting again.
The fireman that rescued this dog needs a big pat on the back.
The fireman that rescued this dog needs a big pat on the back.
Read this blog on opinions on the rescue: http://www.spokesman.com/blogs/hbo/2010/jan/25/l-officials-defend-dog-rescue/
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Great deal on all natural brand name dog treats --10% off with coupon code HUGME at checkout!
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Great deal on all natural brand name dog treats --10% off with coupon code HUGME at checkout!
Saturday, January 23, 2010
10% off All natural dog treats
Take 10% off all our dog treats today and tomorrow with coupon code HUGME entered at checkout.
You'll find a great selection of all natural and organic treats for your dog and cat.
Stella & Chewy's has a wonderful all natural freeze-dried treat called Carnivore Crunch and tasty bite size morsels in their kisses line. We call their treats "dog crack and kitty crack" because once your pet has one, they will beg for more.
CloudStar has their baked Buddy Biscuits, soft and chewy treats, their itty bitty dog biscuits-made special for small dogs and their great Bake at Home dog biscuit mix.
Zuke's Mini Bakes are the crunchy, delicious, fun to feed miniature biscuit that are perfect for training and frequent feeding frenzies. Each healthy all natural treat begins with ground oats—never wheat or corn—enhanced with a scrumptious protein source, plus a nutritious whole-food flavor addition like blueberries, potatoes or cherries. There are over 325 treats per box and only 5 calories per treat for guilt free treating!
Zuke's Super foods Organic bakes have a mouth-watering mixture of organic oats, barley and molasses that your dog will devour with delight. Very Berryz is exploding with the free-radical scavenging powers of antioxidant-rich buleberries, cranberries and raspberries.
Zuke's z-ridge bones are great for cleaning your dog's teeth naturally with alfalfa concentrate, clove, nutmeg, parsley and fennel to naturally freshen breath. They are made from potato starch for increased digestibility.
Find a wide selection of all natural, organic, wheat-free, corn-free dog treats at Mickey's Pet Supplies- http://www.mickeyspetsupplies.com
Free Shipping on Pet Supplies
Mickey's Pet Supplies is your one stop shop for all your all natural, organic, holistic, Made in USA and Eco-Friendly (Green) pet supplies.
Orders of $75 and over ship for free, with some exclusions on heavier items, and shipping to Alaska, Hawaii and Military addresses.
You will find a great selection of the Free Range dog chews, Wholesome Hide made in USA rawhides, carriers, dog jackets, dog sweaters, Drinkwell pet fountains, lead free ceramic pet bowls and feeders, travel supplies, interactive dog toys, tough dog toys ,dog puzzle toys, dog grooming tools, natural dog shampoos and conditioners, Comfy cones, herbals and vitamins and supplements for cats and dogs.
Mickey's Pet Supplies offers what no other store does. They have low prices, personalized service and immediate same day shipping. Their customers receive recycled paw print tissue wrap and a personal thank you from the store owner in every order.
"We have a loyal following of regular customers." "Our customers love the personalized gift wrap and note and really love seeing their pets in our photo gallery", says Ann Shevin, owner.
Mickey's Pet Supplies will be expanding their Free Range dog chews line to include many more products and also is adding the Wet Noses dog treats, SoJo, Honest Kitchen and Dr. Harvey's to name a few.
Friday, January 22, 2010
BPA Bisphenol A or BADGE in pet food
We have been doing some research on BPA and pet food cans and really just found out about this chemical additive recently. We have 5 cats and feed them canned cat food and now have decided that it is probably time to switch them to a raw dehydrated diet based on this information.
Here are some articles to help you understand what this chemical is and how it will affect your pets and you.
Here is a great post by Truthaboutpetfood.com that goes into great detail about which brands have this cancer causing chemical added to their cans
You can subscribe to petsumer report and you can go to the truthaboutpetfood blog for a lot of petfood information that is very helpful.
Again, the pet owners have to do their research to see what is in their pet food cans.
It is great to know that these companies do not use BPA in the pet food cans: Chicken soup, Merrick, Weruva, Blue Buffalo, Canidae/Felidae, Petropics, Nutro, Purina, Iams/Eukanuba & Fromm
Mickey's Pet Supplies will be carrying the Honest Kitchen brand of dehydrated raw dog and cat food soon. Their pet foods are an all natural dehydrated raw food from human grade ingredients with NO GLUTEN. It's time to get away from canned pet foods.
Honest Kitchen is made with guaranteed 100% human food-grade because they are not produced in a pet food plant and are stated as such on their labeling. Honest Kitchen foods are made in an FDA approved, human-food-producing facility in Southern California, that makes the very same foods you eat. All grains in Honest Kitchen food are certified organic. Their meats are hormone & antibiotic free and the fruits and vegetables are guaranteed non GMO. Honest Kitchen's Quinoa is certified fair-trade. All of the meats used are USDA approved, US Origin. Their fruits and vegetables are guaranteed non-GMP and grains, kelp and flax are certified organic.
Their pet foods contain no by-products, added salt or sugar, chemical preservatives, artificial colors or flavors of any kind and no beet pulp, rice, wheat, corn, or soy. These are common allergens for dogs and can cause GI upset, dry, itchy skin, hair loss or dullness, lack of energy, chronic ear problems and chewing at the feet.
We are genuinely looking forward to carrying their full line of pet foods and treats.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
NY Dogs join forces in Haiti
Great Video on K9 rescue dogs from New York that are helping in the effort to find survivors in the wake of the Haiti earthquake.
Repost by Mickeyspetsupplies.com- http://www.mickeyspetsupplies.com
Repost by Mickeyspetsupplies.com- http://www.mickeyspetsupplies.com
Dog Advisor
Mickey's Pet Supplies is not just another pet store online.
We have years of experience with dogs and cats and can offer helpful advice on what dog treats and toys or any supplies that may be right for your breed of dog.
We have treats for your dog that are wheat free, Organic and All Natural. We strive to only carry the highest quality human grade treats for your pet.
As owners of 6 pets ourselves, we certainly understand how your pets are a part of your family.
We incorporate healthy, all natural and organic foods into our diet and know that you only want the best for your dogs too. We only carry treats that are Made in the USA from reputable companies that are known for their stringent standards for quality.
If you ever wondered if a dog toy would be appropiate for your breed dog, we are here for you to ask any questions you may have. Because we have a Labrador Retrieve puppy we test almost every one of our dog toys.
We are available 9-6 p.m. Eastern Standard Time by phone at (877) 863-5431. If we are unable to take your call, please leave us a voice mail. Sometimes we are assisting other customers.
For the best personal service and highest quality products for your pets choose Mickey's Pet Supplies.
We also have direct association with a certified dog trainer for any questions regarding behavior issues or training problems. We will be happy to forward any question or concern to her.
We have years of experience with dogs and cats and can offer helpful advice on what dog treats and toys or any supplies that may be right for your breed of dog.
We have treats for your dog that are wheat free, Organic and All Natural. We strive to only carry the highest quality human grade treats for your pet.
As owners of 6 pets ourselves, we certainly understand how your pets are a part of your family.
We incorporate healthy, all natural and organic foods into our diet and know that you only want the best for your dogs too. We only carry treats that are Made in the USA from reputable companies that are known for their stringent standards for quality.
If you ever wondered if a dog toy would be appropiate for your breed dog, we are here for you to ask any questions you may have. Because we have a Labrador Retrieve puppy we test almost every one of our dog toys.
We are available 9-6 p.m. Eastern Standard Time by phone at (877) 863-5431. If we are unable to take your call, please leave us a voice mail. Sometimes we are assisting other customers.
For the best personal service and highest quality products for your pets choose Mickey's Pet Supplies.
We also have direct association with a certified dog trainer for any questions regarding behavior issues or training problems. We will be happy to forward any question or concern to her.
Monday, January 18, 2010
Google Checkout at Mickey's Pet Supplies
Mickey's Pet Supplies has added Google Checkout to their website today.
You can now checkout by the click of a button that says Google Checkout right below the proceed to checkout buttons. Take the Google Checkout tour to see why this is a great way to shop online for your pet supplies.
Google Checkout does everything in one fell swoop. Simply sign up for a Google checkout account and enter your credit card information. Everytime you shop the entire transaction takes only 20 seconds to process. Google checkout gives you a summary of all your orders also.
You will find only the highest quality Organic and Holistic dog supplies and cat supplies for low prices with great personal service at Mickey's Pet Supplies.
You can now checkout by the click of a button that says Google Checkout right below the proceed to checkout buttons. Take the Google Checkout tour to see why this is a great way to shop online for your pet supplies.
Google Checkout does everything in one fell swoop. Simply sign up for a Google checkout account and enter your credit card information. Everytime you shop the entire transaction takes only 20 seconds to process. Google checkout gives you a summary of all your orders also.
You will find only the highest quality Organic and Holistic dog supplies and cat supplies for low prices with great personal service at Mickey's Pet Supplies.
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Dogs find children in rubble in Haiti
This is just an interesting story about the efforts in Haiti to find survivors of the earthquake.
Canine Disaster Search Team Finds Three Children Alive Under the Rubble
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti, Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- A firefighter and his Search Dog located three girls trapped alive since Tuesday in the rubble of Haiti's devastating earthquake. Bill Monahan and his Border Collie, Hunter, were searching a neighborhood near the Presidential Palace, concentrating on a large bowl-shaped area of rubble which was all that remained of a 4-story building.
After criss-crossing the area, Hunter pin-pointed the survivors' scent under 4 feet of broken concrete and did a sustained "bark alert" to let Bill know where the victims were. Bill spoke with the survivors, then passed them bottles of water tied to the end of a stick. As they reached for the water one of the girls said, "Thank you." Highly trained rescue crews from California Task Force 2 pulled the girls from the wreckage and provided first aid.
Bill and Hunter were trained by the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation -- the only non-profit in the nation that recruits rescued dogs, partners them with firefighters, and trains them to find survivors buried in the aftermath of disasters. The teams and their ongoing training are provided at no cost to Fire Departments throughout the country.
In his report this morning from Haiti, SDF Handler Bill Monahan stated, "It would have been a reward to find one person alive. Finding multiple survivors is a huge victory for everyone on the Task Force. It's a giant team effort. From the canines, to the logistics team, to communications, everyone is working at full capacity, using everything we've been trained to do to find survivors. It's an honor to be here."
At Search Dog Foundation headquarters in Ojai, CA, SDF Founder Wilma Melville received the news with quiet gratitude. "This moment is what SDF Search Teams train for -- week in and week out -- throughout their careers together. When one SDF team succeeds, ALL of our teams succeed. Our thoughts are with our teams in Haiti, who continue to comb the rubble into the night. Their perseverance, skill, and strength in the face of extreme challenges make us all proud, and give us hope."
Added SDF Executive Director Debra Tosch: "All our handlers are experts in reading their canines, pacing them throughout their shift to ensure the dogs are kept safe, healthy, happy and motivated. The canines are literally the Task Force's most precious tool in the hunt for survivors: their well-being is mission-critical."
Bill and Hunter continue to search, as do all seven SDF Search Teams on the ground in Haiti with California Task Force 2 and Florida Task Force 1. Follow their progress at http://www.searchdogfoundation.org/, twitter.com/searchrescuedog, facebook.com/NationalDisasterSearchDogFoundation.
About the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation (SDF)
SDF is a non-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen America's emergency response network by producing the most highly-trained canine-firefighter disaster search teams in the nation. SDF recruits rescued dogs and partners them with firefighters, providing the canines and the training at no cost to their departments. The organization receives no government funding and relies solely on support from individuals, private foundations and companies to produce these highly-skilled teams.
Since its founding in 1996, SDF has rescued hundreds of dogs, many on the brink of euthanasia. They have trained 105 Search Teams, 72 of which are currently active. SDF Teams have been deployed to 66 disasters including the World Trade Center attacks and Hurricane Katrina and state and local emergencies such as earthquakes, mudslides, building collapses, train derailments and missing person searches. Eight of SDF's teams are members of CA-TF2 and are ready at all times for immediate deployment overseas when called upon by the Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance.
SOURCE National Disaster Search Dog Foundation
RELATED LINKShttp://www.searchdogfoundation.org/
Repost by: http://www.mickeyspetsupplies.com
Canine Disaster Search Team Finds Three Children Alive Under the Rubble
PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti, Jan. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- A firefighter and his Search Dog located three girls trapped alive since Tuesday in the rubble of Haiti's devastating earthquake. Bill Monahan and his Border Collie, Hunter, were searching a neighborhood near the Presidential Palace, concentrating on a large bowl-shaped area of rubble which was all that remained of a 4-story building.
After criss-crossing the area, Hunter pin-pointed the survivors' scent under 4 feet of broken concrete and did a sustained "bark alert" to let Bill know where the victims were. Bill spoke with the survivors, then passed them bottles of water tied to the end of a stick. As they reached for the water one of the girls said, "Thank you." Highly trained rescue crews from California Task Force 2 pulled the girls from the wreckage and provided first aid.
Bill and Hunter were trained by the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation -- the only non-profit in the nation that recruits rescued dogs, partners them with firefighters, and trains them to find survivors buried in the aftermath of disasters. The teams and their ongoing training are provided at no cost to Fire Departments throughout the country.
In his report this morning from Haiti, SDF Handler Bill Monahan stated, "It would have been a reward to find one person alive. Finding multiple survivors is a huge victory for everyone on the Task Force. It's a giant team effort. From the canines, to the logistics team, to communications, everyone is working at full capacity, using everything we've been trained to do to find survivors. It's an honor to be here."
At Search Dog Foundation headquarters in Ojai, CA, SDF Founder Wilma Melville received the news with quiet gratitude. "This moment is what SDF Search Teams train for -- week in and week out -- throughout their careers together. When one SDF team succeeds, ALL of our teams succeed. Our thoughts are with our teams in Haiti, who continue to comb the rubble into the night. Their perseverance, skill, and strength in the face of extreme challenges make us all proud, and give us hope."
Added SDF Executive Director Debra Tosch: "All our handlers are experts in reading their canines, pacing them throughout their shift to ensure the dogs are kept safe, healthy, happy and motivated. The canines are literally the Task Force's most precious tool in the hunt for survivors: their well-being is mission-critical."
Bill and Hunter continue to search, as do all seven SDF Search Teams on the ground in Haiti with California Task Force 2 and Florida Task Force 1. Follow their progress at http://www.searchdogfoundation.org/, twitter.com/searchrescuedog, facebook.com/NationalDisasterSearchDogFoundation.
About the National Disaster Search Dog Foundation (SDF)
SDF is a non-profit organization whose mission is to strengthen America's emergency response network by producing the most highly-trained canine-firefighter disaster search teams in the nation. SDF recruits rescued dogs and partners them with firefighters, providing the canines and the training at no cost to their departments. The organization receives no government funding and relies solely on support from individuals, private foundations and companies to produce these highly-skilled teams.
Since its founding in 1996, SDF has rescued hundreds of dogs, many on the brink of euthanasia. They have trained 105 Search Teams, 72 of which are currently active. SDF Teams have been deployed to 66 disasters including the World Trade Center attacks and Hurricane Katrina and state and local emergencies such as earthquakes, mudslides, building collapses, train derailments and missing person searches. Eight of SDF's teams are members of CA-TF2 and are ready at all times for immediate deployment overseas when called upon by the Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance.
SOURCE National Disaster Search Dog Foundation
RELATED LINKShttp://www.searchdogfoundation.org/
Repost by: http://www.mickeyspetsupplies.com
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Take 10% off all dog toys
Find the best deals and the highest quality toys for dogs at Mickey's Pet Supplies.
Take 10% off any dog toy order today through Saturday only.
Find Nina Ottosson dog puzzle toys, Canine Genius Mike and Leo, Katie's Bumpers Firehose dog toys, Planet Dog dog toys, Kong dog toys, Jax and Bones, plush dog toys from Room Candy and Kyjen. Find great interactive dog toys, tough dog toys and dog puzzle toys for any size dog.Take advantage of our Clearance dog toys while they last.
Enter coupon code JANFUN14 at checkout to receive the 10% off your ENTIRE dog toy purchase.
At Mickey's Pet Supplies we have low prices, low shipping rates, Free shipping on orders of $75, very personalized service. We love our customers and their pets and treat our customers like family. We can be reached toll free at 877-863-5431 or by visiting our website at http://www.mickeyspetsupplies.com/
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Katie's Bumpers Firehose dog toys-Interactive dog toys
Have you wanted to play with your dog in the snow and really wanted a durable toy that you could find amongst the snow banks?
Try Katie's Bumpers dog toys. These toys are made of a rugged firehose material and have a wonderful gripper handle. Katie's bright colors make it so easy to spot.
They float and easy to toss for a great game of fetch and retrieve.
They are just the right weight for your dog to carry. When they get dirty just toss them in the sink with some soap and water or toss in the dishwasher.
They are so many styles to choose from. You can try the bottle tracker. This one has the appeal of a crunchy water bottle that you insert through a velcro opening. You can do the Frequent Flyer that are a triangular or square shape with squeakers inside. They toss great and work on land, water and snow. There are the double handled-tugs and of course for smaller dogs, the mini-tugs.
These interactive dog toys are used by K-9 police trainers, dog trainers, dog behaviorists and come highly recommended by anyone that has used them.
They are made in the USA from tough, pre-consumer recycled fire hose material.
These toys are tough, but should be used with supervision and not given to any dog as a chew toy.
Mickey's Pet Supplies has a large selection of high quality interactive dog toys.
You can call their toll free number 877-863-5431 to order or visit their website at http://www.mickeyspetsupplies/.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
Nina Ottosson Dog Puzzle Toys for winter boredom
Mickey's Pet Supplies has Nina Ottosson dog puzzle toys and free shipping with orders of $75 and over, so definitely a great deal. That is easy to do with 2 puzzle toys and a few bags of treats.
Is your dog bored this winter? Give them a Nina Ottosson puzzle toy and watch them push, pull and move the puzzle pieces to find that special treat reward. We suggest the Cloudstar Tricky Trainers because they definitely have a great liver taste and are the perfect size to put under the puzzle cups. These dog treats are corn, soy, sugar, salt, dairy and egg free and are packed in a resealable poly bag.
Mentally stimulate your dog's brain and have some quality interactive time with your pet.
These toys work for cats too! Try the Stella and Chewy's treats as the enticing treat for your kitty to work for. You show them how it works and your dog or cat looks, listens and learns. Praise them when they do things right. Together you will have fun!
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Protect your pet from cold weather & help rescue organizations
The midwest and most of our country is undergoing a cold wave right now.
What special precautions should we do to keep our four-legged friends safe and what can we do to help?
#1 Do not leave your pet in the car. Your car acts like a freezer. Never let your dog stay in the car in the winter.
#2 If you have a dog that lives in an outdoor dog house, bring them into the garage or shed in this cold weather. We believe that dogs and cats should be an indoor pet. Do not leave pets outside at all in below freezing conditions.
#3 Protect your dog with warm winter sweaters and coats.
#4 Donate to your local shelters as they are working overtime to help provide food, shelter and love to animals that are struggling in the worst of conditions.
#5 Volunteer for a animal rescue organization
Shelters and rescue organizations are in need of old blankets, towels, food, kitty litter, bleach, mops, paper towels, small beds, pet bowls and foster homes.
A few organizations that we like are http://www.aspca.com, http://www.mi-aan.org/
http://www.michiganhumane.org http://www.macsshelter.org/,http://www.michigananimalrescueleague.org/
http://www.pawsforlife.org/
Let's keep our furry friends warm and cozy and help those with no voice!
What special precautions should we do to keep our four-legged friends safe and what can we do to help?
#1 Do not leave your pet in the car. Your car acts like a freezer. Never let your dog stay in the car in the winter.
#2 If you have a dog that lives in an outdoor dog house, bring them into the garage or shed in this cold weather. We believe that dogs and cats should be an indoor pet. Do not leave pets outside at all in below freezing conditions.
#3 Protect your dog with warm winter sweaters and coats.
#4 Donate to your local shelters as they are working overtime to help provide food, shelter and love to animals that are struggling in the worst of conditions.
#5 Volunteer for a animal rescue organization
Shelters and rescue organizations are in need of old blankets, towels, food, kitty litter, bleach, mops, paper towels, small beds, pet bowls and foster homes.
A few organizations that we like are http://www.aspca.com, http://www.mi-aan.org/
http://www.michiganhumane.org http://www.macsshelter.org/,http://www.michigananimalrescueleague.org/
http://www.pawsforlife.org/
Let's keep our furry friends warm and cozy and help those with no voice!
Monday, January 4, 2010
Discount Designer Dog Sweaters & Fleece Dog Jackets
It definitely is Winter and time for a beautiful dog sweater for your canine friend.
Mickey's Pet Supplies has the finest in high quality designer dog sweaters and fleece dog jackets for discount prices.
Check out the Chilly dog sweaters. These sweaters are all hand-knit from 100%organic, naturally dyed yarn by descendants of the Incans families in South America. These sweaters are thick and warm for the coldest days still to come.
The Earth Friendly Chic dog sweaters are 100% Certified Organic merino wool dog sweaters made of yarn imported from Australia. They are available in Eggplant, a beautiful dark purple or Blueberry. They are the highest quality dog sweaters available.
The Fleece pullovers and Roxanne Fleece dog jacket by Dog Chewz New York are available in Red, Green, Blue and Pink. Great looks for a high fashion look!
Take 10% off any dog sweater or dog jacket purchase now until Saturday, January 9th only.
Enter coupon code SWEET10
Hurry, at these prices they won't last long.
Mickey's Pet Supplies has the finest in high quality designer dog sweaters and fleece dog jackets for discount prices.
Check out the Chilly dog sweaters. These sweaters are all hand-knit from 100%organic, naturally dyed yarn by descendants of the Incans families in South America. These sweaters are thick and warm for the coldest days still to come.
The Earth Friendly Chic dog sweaters are 100% Certified Organic merino wool dog sweaters made of yarn imported from Australia. They are available in Eggplant, a beautiful dark purple or Blueberry. They are the highest quality dog sweaters available.
The Fleece pullovers and Roxanne Fleece dog jacket by Dog Chewz New York are available in Red, Green, Blue and Pink. Great looks for a high fashion look!
Take 10% off any dog sweater or dog jacket purchase now until Saturday, January 9th only.
Enter coupon code SWEET10
Hurry, at these prices they won't last long.