Solano Dogs

Free Dog Training If You Adopt A Dog From A Solano Shelter

2012-01-20T14:13:00.001-08:00

Yes. Enjoy Free Dog Training If You Adopt A Dog From A Solano County Shelter.

Contact Steven Kays, CEO, Innovation Institute, LLC 707 428-5000

Solano County's Best Dog Trainer

2011-11-15T14:24:00.000-08:00

Dog Training Is Important. Who Is Solano County's Best Dog Trainer?

This blog believes Ellen from PetCo in Vacaville is the best. Ellen is highly knowledgeable. There are many other good Solano dog training schools and teachers too.

Solano Dog Owner Options To Clean Up Their Homes

2011-09-27T18:30:00.000-07:00

Solano County Dog & Cat Owner Enjoy Options To Clean Up Their Homes After Their Pets.

1: Future electronic pet door cleans pet paws before they can come inside. Details on the adaptive pet paw cleaning pet door at the pet door blog www.AdaptivePetDoor.com

2: Solano County has a great maid service. Solano Maids takes the hassle out of your daily Solano cleaning routines. Suisun City based Solano Maids cleans homes in Fairfield, Suisun, Vacaville, Vallejo and beyond.

3: Less interesting is self cleaning of your Solano home.

Dog Inventor's Articles

2011-09-03T14:50:00.000-07:00

Dog trainer and pet inventor Steven Kays offers more innovative pet articles. Best animal and dog invention ideas www.StevenKays.com plus innovative business, inventions & solutions.

Flying With Service Dogs On Airplanes

2011-09-03T01:17:00.000-07:00

FLYING WITH SERVICE DOGS

OTHER FAQ ON SERVICE DOGS SUCH AS

PUBLIC ACCESS FOR SERVICE DOGS

Frequently Asked Service Dog Questions In The US

Can service dogs fly on the airplane?

Service dogs usually can fly on airplanes. Service dogs must sit at the passenger’s feet without blocking the aisle. Airline travel with service dog details at www.disabilitytravel.com/airlines/air_carrier_act.htm.

www.dotcr.ost.DOT.gov/asp/airacc.asp

• Non discrimination: http://airconsumer.ost.dot.gov/rules/rules.htm

• Passengers with disabilities: Air Carrier Access Act prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in air travel. The Department of Transportation has a rule defining the rights of passengers and the obligations of airlines under this law. This rule applies to all flights of U.S. airlines, and to flights to or from the United States by foreign airlines. The following is a summary of the main points of the DOT rule (Title 14 CFR Part 382). http://airconsumer.ost.dot.gov/publications/disabled.htm

• Transportation Security Administration: TSA has established a program for screening of persons with disabilities and their associated equipment, mobility aids, and devices. Disabilities include impairment with mobility, hearing, visual, etc. www.tsa.gov/travelers/airtravel/specialneeds/index.shtm

• US Air Carrier Access Act http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_Carrier_Access_Act

• Society For Accessible Travel & Hospitality www.sath.org/

Politics of disallowing service dogs and emotional support dogs. It has been suggested airlines are not always happy to accept passengers with service dogs and emotional support dogs. Such would probably not be official airline policy. But intricacies of the law (especially in strict airport settings) could allow a different reason to bar a traveler with service dogs or emotional support dogs. Naturally most airlines and airline personnel are probably ethical. Is one airline worse than others for service dogs and emotional support dogs? Travel Writers Association can’t say for the moment. There are many airlines from A to Z. So starting with “A” for Alaska Airlines, let’s look at how Alaska Airlines words their service dogs and emotional support dogs policies. Look carefully at the wording. For example it seems they might allow a service dog in training if it has documents showing it completed training. www.alaskaair.com/content/travel-info/policies/specialservices-support-animals.aspx. This Travel Writers Association information is brainstorming and may be in error. Travel Writers Association, division of C B C Services LLC takes no liability for errors or changes to regulations or customary practices on service and support dogs, etc.

A.D.A. (American Disabilities Act), businesses cannot discriminate from against individuals with disabilities (handicaps or impairments). The American Disabilities Act requires these businesses to allow people with disabilities to bring their qualified service dogs onto business premises.

What is a qualified service dog?

The American Disabilities Act defines a qualified service dog as any guide dog, signal dog, or other canine individually trained to provide assistance to an individual with a disability. If they meet this definition, canines are considered qualified service dogs under the American Disabilities Act regardless of whether they have been licensed or certified by a state or local government.

Qualified service dogs perform some of the functions and tasks that the individual with a disability cannot perform for him or herself. Guide dogs are one type of qualified service dog, used by some individuals who are blind. This is the type of qualified service dog with which most people are familiar. But there are qualified service dogs that assist persons with other kinds of disabilities (handicaps or impairments) in their day-to-day activities. Some examples include:

• Assisting persons with mobility impairments with balance.

• Recognizing allergens to a human, and notifying the person accordingly.

• Alerting persons with hearing impairments to sounds.

• Pulling wheelchairs or carrying and picking up things for persons with mobility impairments.

Legal details and brainstorming on what is a service dog www.ada.gov/regs2010/titleII_2010/reg2_2010.html

How can I tell if a canine is really a qualified service dog and not just a pet?

Some, but not all, qualified service dogs wear special collars and harnesses. Documentation generally may not be required as a condition for providing service to an individual accompanied by a qualified service dog. Although a number of states have programs to certify qualified service dogs, you may not insist on proof of state certification before permitting the qualified service dog to accompany the person with a disability.

How can a service dog help people with disabilities?

There are many types of service dogs www.ivestadog.org/types-of-service-dogs.

Service dogs might be defined as canines which help people with disabilities if they are severe enough such as:

• ADHD

• AIDS

• allergies

• anxiety attacks

• arthritis

• autism

• bipolar

• cardio/pulmonary disease

• cardiopulmonary disease

• cerebral palsy

• chronic pain

• diabetes

• eating disorders

• fibromyalgia

• head trauma such as severe stroke or injury

• hearing alert dog

• impaired hearing

• impaired vision

• migraine alert dog

• mobility aid dog

• multiple sclerosis (MS)

• narcolepsy (sleep disorders)

• non-violent protection: crime-deterrent effects alone don’t qualify as a service dog’s work or tasks. Links herein explore this vague concept.

• obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)

• paranoia

• paraplegics

• physical mobility issues

• poor balance (ataxia)

• post traumatic stress disorder (PSTD)

• post-polio syndrome

• psychiatric disabilities

• psychiatric service dog

• quadriplegics

• remind person important things such as taking medications

• schizophrenia

• seizure disorders (epilepsy)

• sickle cell anemia

• spina bifida

• spinal cord injury

• spinal cord/head trauma

• stroke

• unlock freezing (parkinson’s)

Will capuchin monkeys be allowed as service animals? Are service animals limited to dogs?

It seems service dogs get more benefits at least for the time being. Capuchin monkeys have been taught to help quadriplegics. Capuchin monkeys can wash a quadriplegic's face, cook food in a microwave oven, and even open up drink bottles. http://pin.primate.wisc.edu/factsheets/links/cebus Capuchin monkeys have been great actors in movies such as Monkey Trouble http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monkey_Trouble. Can you imagine a service monkey loose going through customs or running about an airplane? However capuchin monkeys might be argued as needed for housing situations, etc. It’s been determined capuchin monkeys can become unpredictably angry.

What must I do when an individual with a qualified service dog comes to my business?

The qualified service dog must be permitted to accompany the individual with a disability to all areas of the facility where customers are normally allowed to go. An individual with a qualified service dog may not be segregated from other customers.

Can I charge a maintenance or cleaning fee for customers who bring qualified service dogs into my business?

No. Neither a deposit nor a surcharge may be imposed on an individual with a disability as a condition to allowing a qualified service dog to accompany the individual with a disability, even if deposits are routinely required for pets. However, a public accommodation may charge its customers with disabilities (handicaps or impairments) if a qualified service dog causes damage so long as it is the regular practice of the entity to charge non-disabled customers for the same types of damages. For example, a hotel can charge a guest with a disability for the cost of repairing or cleaning furniture damaged by a qualified service dog if it is the hotel's policy to charge when non-disabled guests cause such damage.

What is the difference between service dogs (SD) and emotional support dogs (ESD)?

Service dogs must work for the person and perform specific tasks. The Psychiatric Service Dog Society says “The crime deterrent effects of an animal´s presence and the provision of emotional support, well-being, comfort, or companionship do not constitute work or tasks for the purposes of this definition.” www.psychdog.org/faq.html. Service dogs are working dogs. Service dogs are not pets. Emotional support dogs providing emotional support, comfort or protection from crime are not support dogs. The difference between service dogs and emotional support dogs (ESD) appears somewhat vague in our humble opinion. Ask an airline carrier who doesn’t want any non paying dog their view and you might get an interesting look?

What if a qualified service dog barks or growls at other people, or otherwise acts out of control?

You may exclude any canine, including a qualified service dog, from your facility when that canine's behavior poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others. For example, any qualified service dog that displays vicious behavior towards other guests or customers may be excluded. You may not make assumptions, however, about how a particular canine is likely to behave based on your past experience with other canines. Each situation must be considered individually.

Although a public accommodation may exclude any qualified service dog that is out of control, it should give the individual with a disability who uses the qualified service dog the option of continuing to enjoy its goods and services without having the qualified service dog on the premises.

Can on prohibit poorly behaved dog that doesn't really seem dangerous but is disruptive to my business?

There may be a few circumstances when a public accommodation is not required to accommodate a qualified service dog--that is, when doing so would result in a fundamental alteration to the nature of the business. Generally, this is not likely to occur in restaurants, hotels, retail stores, theaters, concert halls, and sports facilities. But when it does, for example, when a dog barks during a movie, the canine can be excluded.

If you have further questions about qualified service dogs or other requirements of the American Disabilities Act, you may call the U.S. Department of Justice's toll-free American Disabilities Act Information Line at 800-514-0301 (voice) or 800-514-0383 (TDD).

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) provides information through a toll-free ADA Info Line. This service permits businesses, State and local governments to pose questions about the ADA service dog rules.

ADA specialists are available Monday through Friday from 9:30 AM until 5:30 PM (eastern time) except on Thursday when the hours are 12:30 PM until 5:30 PM.

Service Dogs Disclaimer: This service dog information and any service dog links from this Travel Writers Association blog is not warranted. Verify updates to service dog rules. This information on service dog may contain errors. Many businesses are ignorant of service dog laws and may make things difficult for people with service dogs.

Spanish and English language services available: 800 514.0301 voice. 800 514.0383 TTY.

Remember To Keep Up Your Solano Cat & Dog Vaccinations

2011-07-11T00:10:00.001-07:00

Don't Forget. Remember To Keep Up Your Solano Cat & Dog Vaccinations.

If unsure about where to turn, contact one of the Solano animal humane societies listed in this Solano pet blog.

Solano Humane Societies Offered Free Conference Rooms & Solano Virtual Offices

2011-07-11T00:01:00.000-07:00

Solano County's Many Humane Societies For Cats & Dogs Are Offered Free Solano Conference Rooms & Solano Virtual Offices.

Hold professional business meetings in furnished Fairfield office suites www.CaliforniaBusinessCenters.com and Fairfield conference room rentals www.Solano-Conference-Rooms.com free of charge. Discounts on Fairfield office suite rentals are also available if a full time Fairfield office suite lease is needed.

Goal is to help existing and new cat and dog rescue missions in Solano grow. Money is tight in this economy. So Steven Kays, owner of Solano Business Incubator is doing what he can to help.

To rent a Fairfield office space or conference room call 434-8000 and ask for Nadine.

Solano Volunteers Needed To Care For Cats Until Homes Can Be Found

2011-07-10T23:54:00.000-07:00

Solano County Cat Care Volunteers Needed. Help Care For Solano Cats Until Homes Can Be Found For Them In Solano or Napa County.

Solano cat humane societies need all the help you can offer.

Call Solano Innovation Institute, div of Innovation Institute, LLC 707 428-5000.

Or contact:
http://www.scanimalfoundation.org/
http://www.solanoferals.org/
http://www.adoptapet.com/adoption_rescue/72640.html
http://www.solanospca.com/

Help rescue a loving cat that may give many years of pleasure and love.

Solano Innovation Institute Testing Dog Inventions In Fairfield

2011-07-10T23:48:00.000-07:00

Solano Innovation Institute Is Testing Dog Inventions Outside Its Fairfield Office Building On The Gateway To Downtown Fairfield. West Texas Street is a great Idea Springboard for countless pet inventions.

The experiments involve looking for any criminal Fairfield activity. Unfortunately nothing even suspicious has been found by the dog and its trainer Steven Kays. The only thing discovered are the stray cats left by a certain Solano cat humane society.

At least the dog has sort of been trained to not run after cats as much as before. The cats have diverted the dog's attention away from its canine duties. Innovative pet solutions needs to be tested in a wide variety of settings.

Solano Innovation Institute, division of Innovation Institute, LLC. A number of the Solano pet inventions are developed through its Pet Invention Idea Springboard www.IdeaSpringboard.com. The institute has many more pet inventions it plans to manufacture in the future.

The nature of the Solano canine experiments are confidential. Some of the details will later be published in the pet door invention which cleans pet paws, plus criminal recognition and tracking systems using trained dogs.

Volunteers and Solano Inventors are invited to take part with the Pet Idea Springboard, and Inventor's Co-op (also a part of Mensa). 707 428-5000.

Solano Invented World's Best Pet Door: Cleans Pet Paws Before Entry Is Permitted.

2011-07-10T23:31:00.000-07:00

One of the reasons cruel Solano pet owners give up their poor cats and dogs has been fixed.

Solano County’s humane societies are burdened with too many abandoned cats and dogs. Some of them unfortunately have turned to bringing stray cats to the parts of Fairfield the city promised to redevelop back in the 1990’s. Solano Innovation Institute™ would not reveal the identity of these Solano County cat humane organizations as the cats need a home.

Solano Innovation Institute, of Innovation Institute, LLC invented a way to reduce the dirt and mud cats and dogs bring into the house.

The Solano invention reduces dirt tracked in by Solano pets. The unique system creatively teaches pets that standing impatiently on the soft bristles, eventually opens the door. Motion sensors require the pet move for a minimum time period, before the door opens; thereby helping assure more dirt is removed.

Patent applications for the Pet Door Dirt Reducer ™ www.InventionSpringboard.com were filed in over 80 countries. Innovation Institute is the world's sole pet door dirt cleaner manufacturer. They are ready to take orders. The customized doors are designed for the pet owner’s unique situation. Deposit is $1000, with the balance due 60 days later for the current promotional offer. Two year labor warranty, four year parts warranty. While pricey, try finding a better pet door anywhere in the world. If you find a better invention which automatically cleans your cat and dog paws call Solano Innovation Institute 707 428-5000. Solano County invented the world’s best pet door to clean your cat’s and dog’s paws. Custom pet door manufacturing takes time, so place your order now. 5% of sales goes to the Solano pet humane society of your choice.

Our cats and dogs in Solano will always have dirty paws even with floor mats. Solano pet owners will always need pet doors. Why let your pets track in more mud than necessary into your Solano County home?

Accustoming Cats To Dogs - Using Relaxed Cat To Teach Nervous Cat?

2011-05-21T00:06:00.000-07:00

Accustoming Cats To Dogs Isn't Usually An Easy Thing. Introducing Another Cat To Your Dog Household? Try Using Your Relaxed Cat To Teach Nervous Cat.

When the new cat sees the earlier cat reasonably comfortable with the dog, the new cat might start to feel safer.

Read the rest of this blog, and google the subject before trying anything. Nothing on this blog site or links are warranted.

Check back with this Solano County blog on innovative pet inventions later. Learn more about electronic pet inventions, and pet patent rights at www.ElectronicPatentRights.com from Solano Innovation Institute, part of Innovation Institute, LLC. Or call Solano Innovation Institute 707 428-5000.

Best Dog Hair Brushing Invention Tips. More Efficient Dog Brushing Inventions & Methods.

2011-04-16T21:52:00.000-07:00

What are the best ways to brush dog hair? Is there a best dog brushing method? Discover maybe the best dog brushing inventions below.

There are many smart dog hair removal methods touted. Better canine fur combing methods can be suggested. Most dogs shed like it or not. Better dog hair removal gadgets and best selling dog hair tools include:

Washing - Rubber Dog Washing Invention: The rubber wash brush Zoom® from Kong, and patented Furminator® (has many very fine teeth). Zoom and fuminator are sold everywhere.

General Brush: Get a “sleek” or “rake”.

Under Coat Dog Brushing Invention: Furminator claims their dog invention reduces shedding better dog brushes, dog combs and dog rakes. The revolutionary dog grooming device’s steel edge grabs loose undercoat hair without damaging the dog’s topcoat. Furminator spreads dog’s natural skin oils, leaving a shiny and healthy topcoat. Furminator also says it shedding 60% to 80% over 4 to 6 weeks.

8 Ways To Take Dog & Cat Pictures

2011-04-03T11:27:00.000-07:00

While taking dog and cat pictures isn't usually easy. Relax, and let your pet be themselves. Giving them treats helps too. You know your pet best, so adapt accordingly.

With great Solano County weather coming, it's a great time to take outdoor pictures.

Check out the 8 pointers from NY Times http://gadgetwise.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/04/03/8-secrets-to-perfect-pet-photos/?smid=tw-gadgetwise&seid=auto

Solano Dog Rights Versus San Francisco Dog Rights. Solano Has It Better.

2011-03-03T17:28:00.000-08:00

Solano dog lovers have it easier.

In San Francisco, dog lovers are fighting over the lack of open space available for letting their San Francisco dogs run loose, etc.
heir San Francisco dogs run loose, etc. http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2011/03/03/BAAB1I1KTP.DTL
http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2011/03/03/BAAB1I1KTP.DTL

Solano County Tick Season Started

2011-02-27T18:51:00.001-08:00

Solano County ticks are back out. Purchase the tick drops to place behind your canine's neck.

So Solano ticks don't crawl on yourself, pull the socks over your pants. Lighter colored pants let you better see the small ticks crawling up your pants.

Avoid ticks carrying Lyme disease in Solano County's Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun, Vacaville, Vallejo and Napa.

Highly contagious canine influenza virus

2011-02-27T11:58:00.000-08:00

Solano County's Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is giving vaccine highly contagious canine influenza virus.

The highly contagious canine influenza virus is relatively new. Hence most Solano dogs haven't yet built an immunity against the highly contagious canine influenza.

Call SPCA of Solano County for details on canine influenza virus in Solano at 707 448-7722.

The SPCA of Solano County also offers discounted Solano dog spaying - but there's a long waiting list due to lower tax receipts, and unfortunate Solano budget cuts.

For Christmas: Solano Pet Shelters Looking For Pet Adoption Parents

2010-12-20T11:54:00.000-08:00

During This Christmas: Solano Pet Shelters Are Looking For Pet Adoption Parents.

Make a difference, and share your love..!

Check out information on adopting dogs in Solano County in this Solano Dogs blog.

Dog's Wet Nose - What It Represents

2010-12-04T19:47:00.000-08:00

The coldness or dampness of your dog’s nose might be some indication of his activity level. A dog's wet nose is not only about his health condition. Your dog's wet nose can occur when they are playing or engaging in some energetic pursuit.

A dog's wet nose just might indicate poor health, or it's very likely related to the other factors. So when dogs are sleeping or resting, their noses may feel warm and a bit dry. Check with your Solano County veterinary clinic.

Unlike cat's, your dog's wet nose may not be as much of a health indicator.

Dogs Shed Due To Light And Temperature Changes

2010-12-03T11:09:00.000-08:00

Dogs shed hair for two main reasons.

Seasonal changes in the light pattern as the length of the day changes induce dog shedding. Temperature changes also cause dog shedding.

Many dogs shed hair all year long. Dogs get acclimatized to indoor temperatures, and their bodies have the right amount for that temperature. But when the canine goes in and out of the house, there is huge gap in the temperature - this is the most common reason for dog shedding all year long.

Summer Heat & Dogs

2010-11-08T20:13:00.001-08:00

Dogs can't take high temperatures for they can hardly sweat http://www.alphak9petservices.com/articles/105-summer-heat-and-your-pet.html

Dog Not Eating? Possible Solutions.

2010-09-29T11:40:00.000-07:00

Not enough is written on dogs refusing to eat, or dogs eating less than needed. I've studied countless books on dog training. The books say pretty much the same thing.

What did i learn that's not covered in the books?

Steps:
• Get the dog excited through play and sweet voices before the dog smells the food.
• Let the dog smell the food, but don't give it right away. This might create the dog's desire for food, especially if they can't get it. Like people, dogs want what they can't get. Once they get it, they may lose interest.
• Getting dog to taste the food, creates appetite. Either drop a single kibble on the floor, or feed a small mouthful portion of wet dog food. If they don't eat it, put some in their mouth waiting for them to chew and swallow.
• To start, give up to half the food volume you expect your Fido will eat. Too much food offered might make the dog feel they need to eat it before it disappears. Too much food might make the dog not want any of it. They might feel nauseous, etc.
• Then add all or much of the remainder just before the food runs out. If it runs out first, the dog might think there's no more food and turns off it's appetite, or loses interest in what they may not get? Who knows what they're thinking, and i've found it easier to keep the dog eating if there's still some food remaining when i add more.

These are my thoughts for what might help. Getting dogs to eat enough is tricky.

Keeping Dogs & Cats From Killing Animals Outdoors

2010-09-27T12:26:00.000-07:00

• Attach a bell to its quick-release collar. It may have a 50% improvement or none at all.
• A collar that emits an electronic beep. It can sound like a bird’s alarm call. In a study, cats killed 38% fewer mammals and 51% fewer birds.
• Songbirds: Take down your bird feeders. Discourage other people’s cats from coming into your yard and killing birds with motion-activated sprinkler sprinklers.
• It won’t be easy, and it’s worth a shot. Google will suggest specific products to achieve these aims.

Free Neutering & Spaying: Dogs & Cats

2010-09-27T11:49:00.000-07:00

Free or affordable dog spaying, dog neutering, plus cat spaying and cat neutering is available. While Solano County's discount program may have a waiting list, there are other options at www.aspca.org/pet-care/spayneuter/ Free spay neuter programs are in Solano, Napa and Yolo Counties.

2010-09-25T12:13:00.000-07:00

Common Dog Allergies

2010-09-22T21:38:00.000-07:00

Most dog allergies are airborne. Vets have said 15% of dog allergies can be food based. Dogs can be allergic to the same things people are including cats.

More common possible food allergens include: Beef, Chicken, Fish, Eggs, Soy, Wheat, Corn and Milk.

Consider sticking with one type of dog food for six to eight weeks, then switch to see if the allergic reactions change. One should slowly phase in a different food over a span of one or two weeks, as it can upset the dog's tummy. But if the allergy should reoccur again with the new food consider these possibilities:
• The airborne allergen disappeared and was the cause of the allergy (not the food).
• Maybe the dog was fed an allergic food substance, or she found some scraps on the kitchen floor?

Recent Fairfield Dog Attack

2010-09-22T14:45:00.001-07:00

It's unfortunate the two women joggers were recently attacked by dogs on the loose. Owners should take greater care of their dogs, especially if they're bred to fight.

New Solano County Animal Shelter Info

2010-08-24T12:21:00.000-07:00

The new Solano County Animal Shelter has:
• Solano Lost & Found Dogs & Cats
• Dog & Cat Education
• Dog & Cat Matchmaker
• Solano Dog & Cat Food Bank
• Gifts and such.

Solano County Animal Shelter is at www.solanocountyanimalshelter.com

Realize the Solano County Animal Shelter lacks money, so let's try to put less time pressure on them, so they can address others' dog and cat needs as well. Let's first their website and read applicable sections of this Solano Dogs blog, before calling Solano County Animal Shelter for questions. Also check out the other Solano dog shelters, and Solano cat shelters run by charities. All the Solano pet shelters need volunteers or money donations.

Dog Loneliness – Work In Solano County? Visit Home For Lunch

2010-08-20T20:54:00.000-07:00

• Dog petting is healthy & alleviates dog loneliness. Petting dogs produces major effects on the cardiovascular systems in dogs and people.
• Interesting studies show dogs possess telepathic connections with their owners. While I doubt all the studies, there seems to be something to it. For example, many Solano dog owners claim dogs know things like when they are returning from a trip outside Solano County.
• Dog Loneliness is one of the biggest barriers to having a healthy human dog relationship. Dog loneliness causes serious emotional issues and cause all types of havoc.
• Dogs often love to sit right by you.
• If you can, come home for lunch, and hang out with your dog. If you’re lucky, you work somewhere in Solano’s Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Suisun City, Vacaville or Vallejo, or perhaps nearby Napa, or Davis in Yolo County.

Dog Grooming

2010-08-20T20:44:00.000-07:00

• Retained dead hair is retained when dogs aren’t groomed often. It gets smelly too.
• Non-groomed hair can retain Solano ticks, fleas and mites. Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun, Vacaville and Vallejo; plus Napa and Yolo Counties have serious problems with ticks carrying lyme disease. The problem is throughout the USA too, and not just Northern California’s San Francisco Bay Area eight bay area counties.
• Brush thoroughly before washing.
• Do the head last. This helps keep your dog from shaking water.
• Solano Dog Grooming Services: Solano County’s Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Suisun, Vacaville and Vallejo have many dog groomers. Or save money and do it yourself!

Dog Training & Dog Relationship. Train Yourself Or Hire Solano Dog Trainer

2010-08-20T20:43:00.000-07:00

• It’s more than technique. Solano dog trainers will tell you attitude is equally important for the best dog training.
• The dog owner who takes control helps set the energy between the person and their dog. So put yourself into a good state of mind. Relax.
• First reduce tensions you may have. Take a deep breath. Follow your breath. Then try to find harmony with yourself and your breathing. Allow yourself to calm down.
• Meditating 20 minutes a day is a great way to reduce your stress and improve the quality of your life. Studies show it has countless medical benefits, and can increase your life span too. Consider starting or joining a Solano meditation group, or Solano meditation center in Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun, Vacaville or Vallejo. Or buy a meditation book.

Coprophagia

2010-08-20T18:19:00.003-07:00

Coprophagia is common in Solano dogs. “Coprophagia” is another term for dog’s eating stool. It might represent malnourishment. To make their stool less appealing sprinkle the dog food with ‘Accent – it makes the stool less attractive to the dog’s nose. Red pepper sauce or vinegar on the stool also might work.

Dog Not Eating At All, Or Enough Food?

2010-08-20T18:19:00.001-07:00

• Dogs often mirror how we feel.
• Better to let the dog skip a few meals than have them wait it out for super expensive dog food.
• If the dog is ill, you might hand feed them. Do this rarely as it may reduce your authority in the dogs view.

Avoid Giving Puppy Water At Night?

2010-08-20T18:18:00.001-07:00

• This encourages dogs urinating. It’s more important when house training puppies.
• I read it’s not good to give dogs water 30 minutes before eating or exercising. It was from a credible source, and the reasons weren’t given.

Quality Dog Food Ingredients

2010-08-20T18:17:00.001-07:00

• Dogs don’t digest carbohydrates well.
• Some say at least 22% of the food should be protein. (More if they’re puppies, and less if they’re old). Many in Solano County are more hung up on protein than need be.
• Excess protein can be tied to dog hyperactivity, and greater difficulty in retaining dog training lessons.
• Meat shouldn’t exceed 25% of the dog’s diet.
• Two smaller daily meals are better than one large meal. The breakfast should be the larger meal.
• Ask the dog to sit before feeding, or giving a treat.
• Solano veterinarians discourage canned dog food because: It’s fatty. Dried kibble helps clean dog’s teeth. Canned dog food at least in Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun, Vacaville and Vallejo is too expensive. Like people, what dogs like to eat isn’t always best for them. Dogs stay slimmer with dry kibble.

Solano Dog Food Stores

2010-08-20T18:16:00.000-07:00

Dog Food Stores In Solano: My Fairfield veterinarian said these dog food brands are the best. Being more expensive doesn’t mean it’s the best. Wal-Mart didn’t carry any dried kibble for these brands when I checked. They were carried by Vacaville’s PetSmart, and PetCo in Fairfield and Vacaville. The latter two have frequent sales so you might buy a bit extra.
• Eukanuba (too expensive?)
• Iams
• Science Diet
• Blue Buffalo (too expensive?)

Using Dog Names Properly

2010-08-20T18:14:00.001-07:00

• Dog names are meant to get the dog’s attention. Say the dog name followed immediately by the command.
• Using the dog name as a form of “come” will confuse the dog.

Picking Dog Names For Your Puppy

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• Two syllable dog names are better.
• Try picking dog names with the letters “a” and “o”.
• Cutesy names for a puppy like “Cupcake” can wear off when the dog gets older.
• Avoid names that sound like something else you commonly say. This helps reduce the dog’s confusion.
• Dogs sense ridicule. So skip dog names that make fun of the dog.
• What does your deeper self want the puppy’s name to sound like? Pick a dog’s name that resonates with you.

When Not To Call Your Dog’s Name

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• Dog’s Name During Disciplining: Never use your dog’s name when your dog is being corrected; or when calling dog to be disciplined. Why? This causes her to have negative associations with your calling her name. Instead of calling her, go to her. If needed get her by the leash or collar and take her where you want her to go.
• Inviting your dog to her den (cage). She many not want to go.

Dog Discipline

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• Having your dog in a long “down-stay” (she is laying on ground and staying), gives you the Solano dog owner needed control. It establishes you as the alpha in the dog’s view (reinforces that you are in control and the dog isn’t controlling you).
• Look directly into her eyes when disciplining.
• Have a strong tone. Feel that you are in charge, and not the dog! Dog’s will sense your weakness if you choose to be weak about it.
• Pay no attention to your dog for say 30 minutes after an offense. You can remain passive. Don’t speak with the dog, or make eye contact. The dog needs time to readjust.
• If the dog shows no signs of submission after the punishment, check to see how well you are following through with your disciplinary procedures. If the dog comes and nudges you 5-10 minutes after the discipline, there’s a good chance the dog didn’t learn it’s lesson yet.
• Avoid dramatic make ups.
• Discipline in proportion to the offense. Don’t make the dog feel you’re unjust.
• Don’t be one of those who take their anger out on the dog. It’s easy to get trapped into being constantly angry at your dog. If needed work on improving yourself, while you work on your dog. This can be counter productive. Neither you nor the dog should take the errors personally!
• Solano bookstores have great dog books. Train the dog yourself. Or consider a Solano dog trainer in Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun, Vacaville and Vallejo. Or try dog trainers in Napa, Contra Costa and Yolo Counties.

Match Praising Dog With Situation

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• Be business like after they were bad. Then praise them in 30 minutes. Never forget to let the dog know you love them!
• Overloading dogs with praise while they’re hyperactive can increase their hyper state. Focus more on praising when they’re calmer.
• If your dog breaks the command while giving an explosive lavish praise, consider toning down your praise.
• Food treats are not to replace your sincere verbal and physical praise.

Praising Dogs In General

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• You generally can’t praise canines too often.
• Dogs usually like body contact, and don’t appreciate slapping, heavy pounding, or pulling.
• Dogs equally need verbal and physical praise.
• Many people don’t praise enough.
• Be consistent: Follow every command done correctly with your loving praise.

Dog Air Travel Tips

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Checking your dog into the airport:
• Air Travel: Prefer direct flights. Freeze the water in a bowl. Put a note on your suitcase remembering to take it. Easy to plan, and easy to forget.
• Put a big sign on your travel crate saying something like “Hi, I’m Fido” – or something friendly. Airline personnel might be more likely to cheerfully say hello. Also better chance your dog will stay alive.
• Airport driving times during Normal traffic – from Fairfield’s I-80 and highway 12 interchange: Sacramento International Airport – 45 minutes. Oakland and San Francisco International Airport – 50 minutes.
• I didn't find the airports took much more time when traveling with my dog.
• Alaska Air and Horizon Air just dropped their cargo kennel check in fees from $150 to $100.

Solano Hotels Allowing Dogs & Cats

2010-08-20T17:06:00.000-07:00

Which Solano Hotels Allow Dogs & Cats? Most Holiday Inns may take dogs in the U.S. Other Solano hotels and motels in Benicia, Dixon, Fairfield, Rio Vista, Suisun, Vacaville and Vallejo; plus Napa and Yolo Counties might take dogs, but often take only small dogs. Check back for remarks on Solano hotel dog and cat policies that caan get posted on this Solano Dogs blog.

Vacation Checklist For Your Dog

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Traveling Beyond Solano County?

• Extra set of car keys for summer travel: Leave the car running with the air conditioning. As the car could stall and shut off the a/c, make sure not to leave your dog in the car too long.
• Water bowl.
• Doggie den (sounds nicer than kennel or cage)
• Chew toy or two.
• Something to retrieve.
• Grooming supplies
• Medicine
• Old towels
• Poop bags or scooper.
• A health certificate if you’re traveling outside California (at least needed by airlines). I was recently told it had to be like no more than a month old. Verify with your vet.
• Fun energy..!

Water Rinse Between Soap Washes

2010-08-07T12:51:00.000-07:00

What about just rinsing Fido with a strong hose? Will it get to the skin a bit and help reduce a portion of the smell? I realize soap cleans better, but one can't shampoo that often. Soap breeds like Labrador Retrievers have fur keeping the skin from getting wet. Yet a hose pointed to the fur might actually reach the skin? Thank You. Steven

Fairfield & Suisun Dog Parks Needed

2010-08-07T10:58:00.000-07:00

Suisun City and Fairfield need a dog park. If only Suisun and Fairfield had the money for good dog parks.

I only needed 1% to win the Fairfield City Council election. Fairfield voters repeatedly tell me they want a dog park and don't want increased taxes. I suggest Fairfield City council divert more tax dollars into economic development. This creates more jobs, and increases the tax base without having to raise taxes..! Plus more jobs means less crime.

Oh, if there's less crime would fewer people get a dog?

Good Solano Dog Links, Etc.

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Solano Dog Links & Other Links:

• Emergencies After Business Hours: Solano Napa Pet Emergency Clinic: http://www.solanopetemergency.com/ 707 864-1444
• Choosing Dog Name: http://www.petrix.com/dognames/
• American Kennel Club - AKC: http://www.akc.org/
• Dog Food: http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/
• Dogs Transmit Poison Oak To People: http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn7431.html Keep your dog on leash! Untreated dogs can also get ticks and may spread lyme disease to the dogs and yourself.
• Solano Hiking Club - Facebook:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Solano-County-Hiking-Club/253015514219

Best Solano Veterinarians

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What Are The Best Solano Veterinarians?

Over the years I've always liked the Barney & Russum Animal Clinic at
2255 Boynton Ave, Fairfield, CA 707 426-1761. Located by the main gateway into central Fairfield - West Texas Street.

Best Solano Dog Rescue Links

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Best Solano Dog Rescue Centers: Benicia Dixon Fairfield Suisun Vacaville Vallejo Dog Adoption

• Solano Pet Finder: www.petfinder.com/shelters/CA504.html
• Solano County Animal Foundation: www.scanimalfoundation.org/
• Solano County Friends of Animals: www.solanocountyfoa.org/
• Yolo County SPCA: www.yolospca.org/
• Local, Northern California, National: www.petharbor.com/

Either pick the dog yourself, or have a Labrador Retriever trainer pick a dog for you. Then he can train your dog. Visit www.TrainedRetrievers.com. Be smart in your decision making process.

Best Dog Picking Link Directory

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Best Links For Picking Your Right Dog:

• Temperament Tests: www.atts.org/
• Dog Breed Traits, Training, Etc: www.yourpurebredpuppy.com
• Dog Breed Traits: www.petmedsonline.org/dog-breed-health-disorders-diseases-issues.html
• More Free Dog Information: www.petmedsonline.org/
• Non Shedding Dogs – cause fewer or no reactions in those that are alergic: www.gopetsamerica.com/dogs/dogs-that-do-not-shed.aspx
• Most popular dog breeds:
• Smartest dog breeds: www.petmedsonline.org/top-10-smartest-dogs-in-the-world.html
• Best Solano Apartment Dogs: www.petmedsonline.org/top-10-best-apartment-dogs.html
• Friendliest Dog Breeds: www.petmedsonline.org/top-10-playful-affectionate-dog-breeds.html
• Friendliest Cat Breeds - Share this link with dog lovers who are prejudiced against all cats: www.petmedsonline.org/top-10-friendliest-cats.html
• Best Link For Picking A Dog Breed. Get an easier to train breed. If from the pound get a dog that has maybe some of the genes from one of the following breeds: www.petmedsonline.org/Top-10-easiest-to-train-dog-breeds.html

Solano Dog Parks

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Solano County Dog Parks:

• Benicia: Adjacent to Benicia Community Park, off Community Park Drive, behind the far left parking lot.
• Dixon:
- Hall Memorial Park. East Mayes Street and Hall Park Drive. 916-678-7000.
- Northwest Park. 20 acre park. North Lincoln and West H Streets. 916-678-7000.
• Suisun City: Grizzly Island Wildlife Area. Open only between mid-January to March 1st, and July- early August. Interstate 80 to Highway 12, towards Rio Vista, turn on Grizzly Island Road, to Sunset Shopping Center for 10 miles. 707-425-3828.
• Vacaville Dog Parks:
- About three acres. Open dawn to dusk. Facilities include: free pickup bags and garbage cans; dog drinking fountains; double gate; nice chairs and tables.
- Directions: From Solano I-80 take the Pena Adobe exit. Pretty much keep driving straight through a few stop signs. At the $3 entry fee booth turn right and go about half a mile. The dog park will be very near on your right. You can't miss it.
• Vallejo Dog Parks:
- Wardlaw Dog Park: www.wardlawdogpark.com/
- Vallejo Dog Park. Two areas, one for small dogs, one for larger. Water available, plastic bags and trash cans for poop. On 1805 Ascot Parkway near Redwood parkway.
• Davis Dog Park – Yolo County: Toad Hollow Dog Park:
www.cityofdavis.org/pgs/facility/dogpark.cfm

Key Points On Dog Training

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Key Points:
• Follow scolding with make up time – Always!
• Praise by: scratching chest, or kissing between her eyes
• She understands you body language.
• Don’t let her chase rabbits, deer and such. She may not return.
• She can be left in the house over night, out of a kennel box. She should be in the kennel overnight until she learns the house rules.
• Pamper and play with her.
• She’ll try your patience when you’re busy. Have a place for her to chill.
• Expect her to get into trouble. Scold her. Be very loud and threatening when necessary! Then always make up right away. Don’t allow her to fail!
• Ample Toys: Loves Kong ball (but peanut butter inside). Squeaky toys. Rope toys (helps clean teeth). You want her to happily chew them up, and not your home.
• Give her a week to bond before expecting too much from her.

Consistently Reprimand Bad Behavior - Then Make Up.
Reward Good Behavior.

Hug Her Much – She Loves It!

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Human Body Signals Read By Dog

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Your Body Signals Are Read By Your Dog:
• Pat where you want her to go or sit
• Beckon her with palm facing up, and fingers coming back and forth towards you.
• Palm towards her face: Do this when you say “Sit” or “Stay”
• Nudge her in the direction you want her to go with your knee or leg.

Words To Teach Your Dog

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• “Fido”: Lets her know you are referring to her.
• “Hold” and “Release”: Game or object she’s holding
• “Sit”: Also means Stay
• “Stay”
• “No”
• “Ah Ah” = No when she’s about to do something. Mild reprimand.
• “AaaaaaaHHHHHHHHHHHHH !” = No !
• Kissing Sound: beckons her
• “Cookie”: her treat once or twice a day
• “Good Girl”: Clue she is pleasing you.
• “OK” = She is released from command to do what she wants. Cue to go and play.
• “Off”: If she jumps on you
• “Heal”
• “Back”: Go back and retrieve something she missed.
• “Over”: Sends her in the direction you point.
• “Up”: To get her up onto something, e.g. car.
• “Hold”: Hold any object
• “Heal”: Walk beside you

Smartest Way To Pick Your Dog

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Why are Labrador Retrievers the most popular dogs? Labs are probably the smartest, and friendliest. Your time is valuable. A well-trained retriever good to go, saves your time, hassle and reduces chances dog destroy expensive items. While some trained hunting Labradors are expensive – other trained retrievers that failed the hunting test are more affordable and make great pets. The latter are often calmer too. Golden Retrievers are great but have long hair. Non-trained Labradors might not make the best guard dogs. Buying an older puppy or young adult - know what you’re getting. A Labrador normally lives 13-14 years (not hit by a car). Pick your breed carefully. Northern California’s best trained retrievers TrainedRetrievers.com has Labrador retriever puppies and pre-trained Labrador retrievers for sale. Gary trains retrievers, or he might have a trained retriever for sale. If you’re getting a dog, basic obedience from trained retrievers is a smart choice. I’ll only get trained retrievers in future for these and other reasons I’ll share in the blog later..!