A new look for Bewaggle!
This month, we're sporting a new logo and a new look, and we hope you love it as much as we do! To be honest, I totally loved the old logo. But the lines were so fine and intricate, that we found it wasn't as versatile as we needed it to be. Now with the bolder lettering and the new doggie, we feel like we are ready to take the brand as far as we want it to go!
This month's Spotlight is focused on pet safety, with an article about dog crates and one about the hazards of summertime temperatures. I hope you'll put the information to use with your own pets this summer.
We're working like the proverbial dogs to bring you the Bewaggle Pet Expo, on October 4th, at the Central Florida Zoo! We've launched the website, so you can get the full scoop at www.BewagglePetExpo.com. And if you happen to be a business professional, interested in showcasing your company to hundreds of consumers at the start of the holiday season, this very prestigious event could be the perfect place to do it.
There's always something fun and exciting going on at Bewaggle, and we're excited to share our news and information with you. Read on and share in the excitement!
At your service,
Marianne Carlson, Co-Founder
Bewaggle, LLC
386-956-0256
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 How to choose - and use - a dog crate | 
Your dog's crate is his den - his safe haven. And it will be his den for many years to come. So picking the right one is important. The crate should be about the size of your dog. He should be able to stand up and lay down comfortably in his crate. You don't want the crate to be too big, especially if you are house training a puppy.
Dogs like their den to be clean and don't like to eliminate in their den. This makes crate training an important part of house breaking. If the crate is too big your puppy may eliminate in the crate and you will have a difficult time house training your puppy.
We recommend a metal wire crate that can withstand puppy chewing. Many of these crates come with a divider so that you can buy a crate for your puppy that will last into adulthood. You place the divider in the back of the crate to make it the proper size for your puppy and as he grows you can move it back until it is no longer necessary.
Even if you are not house training a puppy, your dog should have a crate and he should be comfortable in it. The safest way for a dog to travel is in a crate. If you have a car accident it will prevent injuries to your dog and ensure that help can get to you. A loose dog in the car can become aggressive toward the first responders.
Also, in the event of an emergency your dog may have to be crated. If your dog has to be rescued from your house (hurricanes, floods, house fires, etc.) he will be crated. It will be a lot easier for the rescuers and for your dog is he is comfortable in a crate.
Your travel crate should be something sturdy like a wire or plastic crate. Cloth crates are lighter and can be very cute but they are not a safe option. They don't offer much protection in the event of an accident and your dog can easily chew it to shreds.
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| Summertime Pet Safety Tips |
Summer is here, and the heat can be very dangerous for our four-legged friends. Remember these important rules for keeping your pets safe during the dog days of summer!
- Don't leave a pet in the car. Period. Duh.
- Make sure they have access to plenty of shade and fresh water.
- Use a pet-safe sunscreen if they are going to be in the sun. Their skin can burn just like yours can.
- Limit their exercise. They can get heat exhaustion or even heat stroke if they over-exert themselves in the heat of the day.
- Hot asphalt burns their feet. Walk them early in the morning or later in the evening. Dogs actually sweat through their feet (and only their feet), so damaging the skin on their pads can damage their ability to regulate their body temperature. If it's too hot for your feet, it's too hot for theirs.
- Know the signs of heat stroke: Excessive panting, drooling, vomiting, diarrhea, mobility problems and difficulty breathing can all be signs of heat stroke. This is a medical emergency and you should consult your veterinarian immediately.
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| Mark Your Calendars | |
A fun day for pets and their people! Shop, adopt, learn, and play at the first annual Bewaggle Pet Expo! Lots more about this crazy event will be coming in future editions of the Spotlight. But mark your calendars now because this is gonna be a Bewaggle blast!
If your company would like to get in front of hundreds of animal-loving consumers, exhibitor booths and sponsorships are available. Click here for more information.
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Oh For Barking Out Loud!
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Oh for Barking Out Loud!
is the Bewaggle blog, where we post articles relating to the care and enjoyment of your pets. Here's a sample from our recent posts:
To Shave or Not to Shave If your dog has long or thick hair, you might be wanting to shave it when summer comes. But that would be a mistake. Here's why...
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