A Dog Blog - Alcala Pet Care

Cute kitty video of the day: Surprised Kitty

Ted — Thu, 03 Dec 2009 00:59:14 +0000

This is a fun video of a kitty playing Mr Surprise.

Sleeping French Bulldog in Bordeaux

Ted — Mon, 09 Mar 2009 13:33:57 +0000

sleeping frenchie

Originally uploaded by Ted Drake

This little guy was “guarding” the entrance to a bistro in Bordeaux France. French bulldogs are quite popular across France.

It’s quite common to see dogs greeting people inside restaurants and stores. I recently saw a cat watching people as they entered a grocery store in Paris.

Synchronized Pug Heads

Ted — Fri, 05 Dec 2008 11:30:34 +0000

This short video is triple cute.

2008 AKC/Eukanuba National Championship

Ted — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 11:42:05 +0000

In Long Beach, California on December 13 and 14 more than two thousand dogs will meet for the AKC/Eukanuba National Championship, the AKC Agility invitational, the AKC Obedience invitational, and the Eukanuba World Challenge. Some features of this complete canine “extravaganza” include:

Top 25 dogs in each of the 156 AKC-recognized breeds
Dogs from 52 countries represented in the Eukanuba World Challenge
Bred-by Exhibitor competition the $15,000 prize money
154 youngsters in the Junior Showmanship competition
468 Agility teams and 100 Obedience teams.

For more information and to confirm dates and location go to American Kennel Club (enews@akc.org)

The life of Chip

Ted — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:10:21 +0000

Here’s a nice blog, Chip Pics, about a hiker who discovers a nearly frozen, barely alive chipmunk. She was able to nurse the little guy back to life and he has become a part of the family.

Here was Chip as I found him: curled up, cold, appearing to be dead, in the middle of a trail in the Olympics.

Over the next hour, as I held him in my hand, he warmed up and started to move. Here he is nestled in my fleece hat. He’s just a few weeks old … eyes still closed, very immature.
The life of Chip

Finding Alcala just got a bit easier

Ted — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 07:36:51 +0000

Yahoo! recently introduced Search Monkey, a feature that allows users to customize their search results. You can add little applications for your favorite web sites and they will have increased information and functionality when they appear in a search result.

Alcala Pet Care now has a Search Monkey application to make it even easier to contact us and make a reservation. Simply visit the San Diego Dog Information application and click the Add Enhanced Results button. There’s nothing for you to download or install on your computer. It’s just telling Yahoo that you would like to see more information about Alcala whenever it appears in a search result.

Tasty Liver Cookies for your Dog

Ted — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:55:52 +0000

You know it is Thanksgiving time when the smell of these liver cookies fills the air at Alcala. We’ve been making batches of these goodies for our guests for many years. In fact, we originally published this recipe on our Alcala Pet Care web site 10 years ago.

Dogs absolutely love this recipe. What’s not to enjoy, you’ve got liver and garlic? You can vary the recipe by adding an egg, fresh garlic, different types of flour, etc. Feel free to play with the recipe. Your dog will love anything with that much liver.

1 pound of raw liver
1 cup flour—- (whole wheat works well)
1 cup cornmeal
1/2 cup wheat germ
1 tsp. garlic powder

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Liquefy liver in blender, do not use a hand-held blender stick. I made that mistake and burned out the motor. Add dry ingredients to the liver. Grease cookie sheet. Drop teaspoonfuls of mixture onto cookie sheet and flatten with bottom of glass dipped in water and cornmeal. Alternatively, you can spread the liver mixture over an entire cookie pan and cut them into cubes after the sheet has cooled.

Bake for 15-20 minutes. This makes a huge batch.

The aroma is better for the dogs than company, so don’t cook them the day of a big party. You’ll want to keep the finished cookies in the refrigerator.

These are also great for training your dog. Dog shows are filled with people carrying liver treats in their coat pockets.

Dog vaccination schedules by Dr. Jean Dobbs

Ted — Thu, 29 May 2008 19:10:10 +0000

Dr. Jean Dobbs is not one to follow the pack when it comes to animal health. She’s opened minds about hyperthyroidism, animal blood banks, and the most effective vaccination protocols for your pets. Unlike other veterinarians; Dobbs recommends fewer vaccinations with strategic timing, rather than an annual series of shots.

The Jean Dobb’s vaccination schedule has been published many times on the internet. Alcala Pet Care requires the industry standard vaccinations, and rabies is required by law. However, we will honor the alternative vaccination schedule, with written notification from your veterinarian. Rabies, however, is always required. Your dog must have a current bordatella vaccination before visiting a kennel, play park, or daycare facility.

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For the pet dog that has everything

Ted — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 09:30:06 +0000

Where do you find that special toy or furniture for the dog that has everything?

The big box stores have lots of stuff, but haven’t you seen the same toys and outfits on a dozen other dogs?

The Alcala Pet Care shoppers have been keeping an eye out for the more unique boutiques and shops. The following is a growing list of places to find fun, unusual, healthy, and luxurious items for your dog.

Shop till you drop

We can’t guarantee the quality of these shops, just the selections. Please let us know if you have good/bad responses.

Opulent Items
Doggy Styles
Rocco and Jezebel
Generate – Modern Living
2b Mod – Modern Styles
Bow Wow Haus
Archie McPhee – Bizarre items

What are your favorite shops? Leave a comment below.

A new twist on dog crates

Ted — Fri, 25 Apr 2008 09:06:48 +0000

Do you have the same old cube-shaped crate in your house? Perhaps it is hidden under a table, blanket, or in the garage?

These hand-made crates let you show off your pooch’s play house. They feature powder coated wire for easy cleaning and long-lasting looks.

Go!PetDesign also make accessories for the crate and toys. Their web site has helpful hints on crate training, and more. You can purchase it online or visit one of their retail stores.