DOG-SPIRATION ON PINTEREST!

Have you checked us out on Pinterest yet? Pinterest connects everyone in the world through shared interests. You can find common links among other people on Pinterest. We at Morris K9 Campus are having a blast posting about our canine friends!


Having a rough day and you need a laugh or just something cute to look at? Looking for more training tips? Need some agility inspiration? Take a look at all of our boards on Pinterest and see what we've been pinning! Make sure to follow us! You are bound to find something good!

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3 WAYS TO SHOW YOUR DOG LOVE ON VALENTINE'S DAY

A relaxing soak in a warm bubble bath, champagne and chocolates…we already know what you want for Valentine’s Day but what about your precious pooch? How can you dote on Fido for this special occasion? Read on for some woof-tastic ideas!

TASTY TIDBITS

Chocolate strawberries, chocolate truffles, chocolate fondue – these sinfully delicious treats are best left shared with your human companions. Chocolate should never be fed to a dog in any quantity. However, you can bake delightful biscuits for your canine with non-cocoa carob which is an excellent chocolate alternative for dogs. Carob looks nearly identical to chocolate chips but is made from carob powder grown on the Carob tree. You can try variations of these recipes and a heart-shaped cookie-cutter to design loving cookies for your canine companion.

LOVE TO THE LOVELESS

Bestow some love on the local shelters in your area by donating a monetary donation in your dog’s name or drop off items from a nearby animal shelter’s wish list. Most shelter’s post their wish lists right on their website making it easy to know what you can donate.

GREAT GIFTS
Spoil your pooch and buy him or her a Valentine themed collar and leash set from Up Country. Kill two birds with one stone by investing in dental hygiene products in honor of February being Pet Dental Health month and start adhering to a dental routine that can save your dog’s teeth and possibly their life! UpCountry and Tropiclean Dental Products can be purchased from Morris Animal Inn’s boutique and you can also have your dog's teeth brushed at the salon at Morris Animal Inn.

HOLIDAY DOG TREATS: THE DIY APPROACH

While your dogs may not be dreaming of sugar plums this holiday season, there is no doubt milk bones and biscuits are dancing on repeat in their heads. (Let's face it, this probably happens all year.) Ahh...the beauty of simple doggie thoughts. So while your sleeves are rolled up for all the holiday baking and the rolling pin is out, why not make some extra special homemade tasty treats for Fido as well this year? No one should be left out of the delicious fun, especially not the cutest member of the house! Below are some tasty dog treat recipes to try.

Our Daycare Manager Abbie loves to whip up these yummy creations for her dogs Livvy, Andrew, and Sammy.

TUNA TREATS
INGREDIENTS
-1 can tuna with water

-1 egg

-1 cup flour

-Parsley to taste approx 2-3tsp (for breath)

DIRECTIONS: Beat all ingredients together until totally mushy including the water in the can of tuna.
Press into an 8 x 8 pan (not greased). Bake for 20 minutes at 350 degrees when baked, pop upside down onto a cutting board while still warm and cut into desired sizes. When completely cooled, put into zip lock bag or container to refrigerate or they could even be frozen. Can also substitute canned tuna for chicken.

PEANUT BUTTER DOGGIE BISCUITS
recipe from Lisa K. Lodging Team Leader at Morris Animal Inn.
INGREDIENTS
1 1/2 cups whole wheat flour

1 1/2 cups white flour

1/2 cup peanut butter (all-natural or organic…less salt+sugar)

1 1/4 cup water

2 tablespoons oil

(Optional) ¼ cup of oatmeal or chopped peanuts

DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350F. Combine oil, peanut butter and water. Add flour, one cup at a time to form dough. Knead dough into firm ball and roll to 1/4 inch thickness. Cut dough with a dog biscuit shaped cookie cutter. Place on an ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 350 F for 20 minutes. Makes 2 1/2 dozen cookies.

WONDERFUL WHEAT BITES
recipe from Mary L. Lodging Supervisor at Morris Animal Inn
INGREDIENTS:
4 cups whole wheat flour

1/4 cup cornmeal

1/4 cup cooked rice

1 egg

2 tsp veg oil

Juice from 1 small orange

1 2/3cups water

(Optional) Grated Parmesan cheese or parsley for flavor

(Optional) Drizzle vanilla chips or icing to decorate

DIRECTIONS: Mix all ingredients in a bowl. Chill the dough for at least an hour. (When dough is unchilled, cookies tend to get air bubbles when they bake.) Roll to 1/4 or 1/2inch thick. Put some cornmeal down when rolling out the dough - it gives the cookies a crunchy texture and keeps the dough from sticking. (Optional step) Add Parmesan cheese or parsley for flavor. Cut desired shapes with cookie cutters. Cook at 350F for 45 minutes (ungreased pan). 
Enjoy!!

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