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The Dog Files

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

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These dogs are currently located at the Martinez California Animal Shelter near San Francisco. If you are interested in any of the dogs listed or have any additional questions please email us here or call 510-709-6680. Please include your phone number so we can expedite things if you want to adopt. As always, we don’t have much time here. These dogs are scheduled to be put down this week!

We realize the Dog Files is a national website. so if you aren’t in the area, please don’t think you can’t help save one of our dogs. We will work with you to the best of our ability to get the dog you chose to you. Please open your heart to a shelter dog in need!

There are many ways you can help if you are unable to adopt one of the pups.

1. Sharing this post on twitter, facebook, email, craigslist, everyone you know and to rescue groups and no-kills in your area.

2. Fostering a dog by taking one into your home (and away certain death at the shelter) and taking care of it while you (with our help) look for it’s forever home.

3. Donating a few dollars to the Dog Files so we can help get the dogs out of the high kill shelter and chip in for the medical treatment that might be necessary.

4. Get the word out for people to follow the Dog Files on our Facebook Fan Page and Twitter!

Brad: ID#A609464: DUE TO BE EUTHANIZED 7/14!

(Below) Hi, my name is Brad. I’m a handsome black and white Pit Bull Terrier mix. everyone says I’m a mellow but fun guy! The shelter thinks I’m about 2 years and 1 month old, I’m still young and really wish to find my forever home soon! The volunteers always tells me how I’m a good boy and how cute I am, but why am I still here? I heard them talking secretly that my time is almost up, that does not sound good. I hope someone can come save me, I want to sleep in a warm home, play with other dogs, go on long walks, eat yummy food, and spend my time snuggled with my family. does that mean I can’t if my time runs out? Please save me!

Zak: ID#A531972: DUE TO BE EUTHANIZED 7/14!

(Below)Hi! Zak here! I am a 2 year and 10 month old neutered male, gray and white Pit Bull Terrier mix. I have been at the shelter since Jun 22, 2010 but my time is running out! I really enjoy walking and playing with the volunteers at the shelter. I love to give kisses! Even though I love the volunteers I sure do hate this place. I wish I could find my own home soon. I wish someone can adopt me soon, I’m scared I’ll run out of time before my family comes to adopt me. I promise I’ll be a good boy! Please give me a home, I need you!

Lucky: ID#A613620: DUE TO BE EUTHANIZED 7/13!

(Below) Hello my name is Lucky! I am a handsome 4 year old, brown brindle and white Boxer mix. I have been at the shelter since Jun 22, 2010 and I really want to get out of here! I wish my family will come back to get me. I overheard the volunteers saying my time is up! Please come save me! I hate being in this place, I just want to be in a family! Please make me the luckiest dog in the world and give me a second chance at life!

Paco: ID#A613841: DUE TO BE EUTHANIZED 7/14!

(Below) Hi ladies! my name is Paco and I am a 2 year old white and tan Chihuahua – Smooth Coated mix. I don’t like this so called shelter place, I wish I could take a nap on someone lap and just get pets all day long. I love to play and be by your side. I’ve been at this shelter since Jun 23, 2010 and I heard my time is up! I don’t like the sound of that! I wish I had more time, my family is out there somewhere!

Yogi: ID#A614862: DUE TO BE EUTHANIZED 7/13!

(Below) Hi! I am Yogi and I am a 8 year old neutered male, white and brown Spaniel and Terrier. I’ve been at the shelter since Jun 29, 2010 and my time is ticking fast! I hate this place! I wish someone could just come and get me out already! I really want to sleep in a warm bed and not on the kennel floor. It gets very scary at night, please get me out of here! I’m not as young as all the other dogs but I’m still a puppy at heart, please give me a second chance! I want to live!

The Dog Files

How to Teach Any Dog to Fetch!

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

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This is probably one of the most favorite tricks to dog owners, just because everyone wants to play fetch with his dog. This article will show you some tips on how to get your dog interested in this game, that is found well worth it for most dogs. as in anything you teach a dog it is very important to break it into lots and lots of little manageable steps, the first of which will be getting your dog interested and holding the object with their mouth.

Whenever you are teaching your dog something new you need to get down on the ground at the dogs eye level, because it allows you to communicate with the dog a lot more genuinely. the toy itself is not that important as much as the attitude you are going to have when you are teaching this to your dog. in dog training enthusiasm is contagious, so if you are going to be very excited about something, the dog is going to develop a similar attitude towards whatever you are doing.

Find a toy he likes and get him interested about it. Play with him and he will try to put it in his mouth. it is recommended to always have and use a clicker and treats. So whenever he puts the toy in his mouth, take it, click and reward him with a treat. After you do this for a number of times, increase the amount of time the dog is holding the toy in his mouth.

The final thing to do is to throw the toy away from the dog. Since dogs have a natural tendency to chase they will go for it. now to get it back, you need to guide them with body language and encouraging voice. When he runs toward you, run backwards a little and when it is enough, stop, click and treat him. all you have to do next is to repeat it until he learns.

How to Teach Any Dog to Fetch!

Start Your Own Dog Picture Collection

Monday, July 12th, 2010

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If you are looking for a good hobby to give your life a certain zest, then you might want to start your own dog picture collection for a very satisfying and worthwhile experience. Unlike other hobbies you can delve into, taking good pictures of different specifies of our canine pets is perfect to grace your photo album with or to increase the appeal of your online gallery.

Starting your own dog picture collection is quite easy and doesn’t take that much effort to maintain. if it’s your first time at it, then here are some tips to help you begin your hobby.

Ready the Tools And Materials For your Hobby

Collecting dog pictures as hobby requires tools and materials that will guarantee its success. For starters, you might want to get a digital camera for this project instead of those that uses films. this will help you avoid the unwanted expense of having to develop them after the photo shoot. Also, digital camera is perfect for transferring images to your computer for editing purposes and uploading to the Net.

If you are planning to print your dog pictures for a photo album then you need to have a printer that can produce accurate colors and images of your shots. You might want to stock up on photo papers for this though so you won’t have to go out and buy some more when you run out.

Purchase photo albums for your collection. it would be best to acquire those that use adhesive pages with plastic covers instead of individual casings. Pick a good design that will fit perfectly with your dog photos. You might want to get the ones with durable covers to safeguard your pictures against wear and tear.

Bring your Camera wherever You Go

It is true that you can download dog pictures from the Web to add to your collection, but having your own shots decorating your photo album or your Web site is a very satisfying experience.

It’s quite stressful to contact every pet owner in your area just to ask them to get a shot of their pets — you have to look for their contact information first before you can get their permission.

One way to get cute dog pictures in your collection is to bring your camera wherever you go. You will see a lot of pet owners giving their canine companions a little bit of exercise out in the modern world. this is the perfect opportunity for you to take their photos; but ask permission first before doing so to avoid any trouble. the best venue for this is the city park during weekends.

Start Your Own Dog Picture Collection

How to Crate Train Your Dog

Sunday, July 11th, 2010

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The first stage of puppy hood is an important one. to get your 8 to 12 week old puppy to feel safe, secure and in the groove of your daily routine, it’s best to set up an area in a central area of your house such as your kitchen. this area is a great place to keep your puppy when you’re not able to keep an eye on him. Paws For a Minute? Quick Tips for gating your new puppy!

1. use a corral or baby gate and put a crate within the space. 2. Remove the door of the crate, as this allows your puppy to go in and out naturally and not feel locked in. 3. Put papers down in the far corner of the pen for bathroom use. 4. Provide him with a chew bone, toys and water. 5. Put soft music on, as this teaches him to relax and chill. It’ll also keep him company!

Once your puppy or dog is acclimated to going in and out of the crate on it’s own (while being gated) and feels that the crate is a safe place, it’s really important (during this phase of housebreaking) that the crate moves to a different part of the house! If your dog is either 16-weeks-old and ready to be crated (with the crate door shut for a period of time) such as all night long- then you’re ready for phase 2 of crating! this also applies to people who have adopted older dogs that have been properly socialized to using the crate-then you too are now ready to go on to phase 2.

Move the crate to your bedroom or another part of the house for night time crating. this teaches your pup to get used to all of your night time habits and be with you. this is an important phase in order to create trust. the crate creates a safe den space for your dog and also teaches your dog to get used to hearing and seeing your movements in the evening and teaches him that it’s not playtime. Remember to take your dog out on a leash for the last potty break of the evening saying the word, “Outside.” Then crate your pup and get ready for bed yourself. this sets a pattern of going to bed and in no time the crate can be replaced with a dog bed!

Get the full process of integrating a new dog into your home plus other quick training tips at pawsforaminute.com

How to Crate Train Your Dog