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Tuesday, July 31, 2012

How Does Music Affect Dogs?


Recently, we had someone ask about the effect of music on dogs.  So, We Talk Dog decided to investigate the topic and see what we could find out.  The results we found were interesting; it seems that various styles of music can cause different reactions for the dogs.  The studies show that hard rock or heavy metal seemed to agitate the dogs, while pop music seems to have no effect at all.  However, classical music (and particularly Bach) seemed to lessen the separation anxiety and stress behavior.  The information we found also showed that reactions to storms seemed to be lessened as well. 
We decided to test this theory on our own.  The first time we began playing the classical music while the dogs were indoors, it seems they calmed down drastically in a matter of minutes!  We tried this again on a second day with the same results.  (However, we noticed this does tend to have the same effect on us humans, so be prepared to get a little sleepy.J)  The third day, we brought all the pups in for a break from the heat.  This time, the music only played for approximately two minutes before we had a room full of sleepy puppies!  The next time you leave your pooch, try playing some music to help him relax.

Check out our reference article for more information…http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/the-healing-arts/200803/songs-soothe-the-panicked-pooch

posted by We Talk Dog at 9:26 AM

Monday, July 23, 2012

Choosing the Right Dog for You




You’ve decided to add a furry friend to your family!  Now it’s time for the hard part; how do you know which breed is right for you? Of the hundreds of breeds in existence, each breed’s personality is as diverse as their appearances.  From Chihuahuas to Great Danes, the list of puppy possibilities is endless!  Here at We Talk Dog, we understand the importance of making the right selection for you and your family.  Check out this information we found to help you make the decision!  Take this online quiz to see what breeds have the traits you are looking for in your pet.  Then, research the ones that meet your criteria at www.akc.org to narrow down your choices.  As always, we welcome any questions you may have!

http://animal.discovery.com/breed-selector/dog-breeds.html

posted by We Talk Dog at 1:38 PM

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

Saturday Grooming!



We Talk Dog is proud to announce we will now be open for grooming appointments on Saturdays!  We have added a new addition to our family: Tim Prior.  Tim came to us from upstate New York where he began his journey with our four-legged friends.  Most recently, he was the Director of Practical Applications at Nash Academy of Grooming in Lexington, Kentucky.  Tim has also worked intensively in show grooming, judging, and speaking on the art of grooming.  Lucky for us, Tim’s path has led him to We Talk Dog!

We are also happy to have Jeanette still keeping tails trimmed throughout the week!  She grew up in a family of show-groomers and has a wealth of knowledge in breed-specific grooming and is also happy to cater to any special requests. 

As always, Jeanette and Tim are keeping busy, so be sure to call and make your pup’s appointment today!  With combined experience of over 45 years, you can bet your dog biscuits your pooch will be groomed to perfection!   Be sure to ask about our other special services including nail polish, coat dying, and hand stripping!

 Check out our facebook albums and website for some grooming testimonials. 

posted by We Talk Dog at 8:43 AM

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