Archive for the ‘Dogs’ Category

March Competition

Friday, February 29th, 2008

Pets Fun Club are the March sponsors of the prize on IrishPets.ie.  To win the prize all you have to do is load images of your pet.  So if you have any images of your dog or cat in clothes or looking relaxed in their new bed what not have a go.  You could win a voucher worth €35.00.

Watch our for our new products coming in March (I will post more information about them next week) but in the meantime why not enter the competition and if you win you could invest in a matching leather dog collar and lead from Hamish McBeth or maybe even consider one of the Danish Design Dog Beds or a good investment is the waterproof dog bed, we have sold lots and lots of the waterproofs, they are great to just hose down so low maintenance and they last much longer.

So check out www.irishpets.ie and load an image and you’ll be in with a chance to win.

Good Luck

The Team @ Pets Fun Club

Dress your dog for St. Patrick’s Day

Sunday, February 24th, 2008

We have a great t-shirt for your dog to wear on the St. Patrick’s Day it comes in 4 sizes (xxsmall, xsmall, small and medium).  The Sharmrock Dog T-Shirt which retails at €18.00 is great value and is designed by Doggy Things and it’s a great little treat for your doggie.  What not consider buying another costume for your dog, even if you buy 2-5 items the cost of postage is the same so why not stock up with spring fashion for your doggie.  The Camo Waterproof Dog Hoody is a great choice for any dog who likes to get noticed and you can also buy a matching a dog collar and lead.

Enjoy shopping a PetsFunClub.com

A cute dog story

Wednesday, February 13th, 2008

One year my husband and I decided to raise chickens. We started out with twelve one day old chicks. We brought them home and put them in a box with a light and shredded newspaper on the bottom. We put a screen over the top to keep Fluffy away from them. He was very interested in them and liked to watch them. We put heavy books on top of the box to keep Fluffy from lifting the screen up. After about a week we had to go back to work and leave Fluffy alone with the baby chicks. When we got home we didn’t hear any peeping sounds and seen the books and screen were knocked off the top of the box. I went over to the box and looked inside and Fluffy was in the box with all the baby chicks snuggled up against him sound asleep. Fluffy just looked up at me with a big smile on his face.  The light bulb wasn’t enough heat for the baby chicks, Fluffy realized that the chicks were too cold , we just thought the peeps were peeping because that’s what they do. It never occurred to us that the chicks weren’t warm enough. Fluffy looked after the baby chicks as the grew and soon it got to the day that they were old enough to go live on their own up in the chicken coop. Every time we went outside Fluffy would run ahead up to the chicken coop to check on his chickens. Sometimes one would get out of the pen and be out in the yard somewhere. Fluffy would hunt it down and hold it to the ground with his paw and bark until Keith or I would come and get the chicken and put it back inside the pen. Fluffy was a really loving little cockapoo.

Dog Clothes

Monday, February 4th, 2008

The dog clothing market is huge. People used to buy dog clothes for a specific function such as a warm sweater such as the stripy dog jumper, for a tiny dog to wear in cold weather. Some dog fashions are beneficial for our dogs. Dog coats and dog sweaters protect our tiny companions from losing heat in the cold weather or from indoor air conditioning. Dogs such as the hairless Chinese crested need clothing to protect them from the cold or sun, so having a wardrobe for your little dog is necessary for some pets.

Many people buy wonderful clothes for their beloved pet strictly for fashion. Some just want their pampered pooches to look as good as they do and feel money is no object. Celebrities certainly were instrumental in making dog clothing popular, by showing their pets wearing fantastic outfits and accessories. Clothes designers have got on the bandwagon. They are now designing and making fabulous clothes for our wonderful dogs.

Many dog owners love special holidays such as Easter, Christmas and Halloween, so they can dress their pampered pets in Santa suits, ghost outfits or even as cupid. Often pets enjoy the attention they get from their owners dressing them up and pampering them.

Unlike years ago, there is a huge, varied selection of pet clothing and accessories because of the market demands. No longer just for smaller breeds of dog, there is clothing available for both large and smaller dogs that keep your pet dry, warm or fashionable. Our pets are such a valuable and loved member of our household and give us unconditional love. In return, we feed and shelter them and love them back. We have now added ‘clothe them’ to this. Because domestic breeds have adjusted to our environment standards, they require more protection from bad weather just as we do. Many of the smaller breeds lose body heat fast, so protective clothing such as the waterproof hoody helps reduce this loss.

At WWW.PETSFUNCLUB.COM shopping for dog clothes remember there are dog boutiques and shops that specialize in everything from daywear dog fashions, designer dog clothing, cold weather wear, to unique and fabulous evening dog clothes. Make sure you have extra room in your drawers or closets for your pets clothing. Better yet buy them their own dresser to store your pampered dog’s outfits.

Choosing a Comfortable Dog Bed

Wednesday, January 16th, 2008

Choosing a Suitable Dog Bed

Dogs make excellent pets. They are fun creatures who can turn out to be long term companions.
Their dedication and loyalty earn them a home in most people’s hearts for years. In fact, most people who own dogs treat them as members of the family with toys, extravagant eating areas, clothing, and dog beds.
There are several different kinds of beds to choose from and it’s important to have a nice comfortable bed for your pet. Looking for just the perfect dog bed?
A dog bed that will fit your dogs comfort zone and your price range?

 The Checked Clown Pet Bed offers the great quality and value for money but if you prefer a lush designer dog bed then you might consider investing in pet furniture suh as Padi Paws English Willow Dog Basket which are made from durable willow and have a choice of faux suede matresses and available with or without drawers and the willow is available in dark, white and buff.   

Comfortable Dog Beds

Is your pet sleeping on the floor?  What a bore!  Not to mention not being comfortable at all! 
Just like you, your pampered pet needs a comfortable place to sleep. 
Browse our extensive collection of dog beds made especially for your pet’s comfort in mind.  One of the most comfortable dog beds on the Pets Fun Club website is the Dog Lounger and Mattress, available in small, medium and large and great value. 
We have had great feedback about the Blackwatch Slumber Pet Bed by Danish Design, it no only comes in a very practical colour and looks great but it’s cosy and warm.

No matter if you are searching for that cozy Fleece Dog Bed or Casual Dog Cushion Bed for the floor or perhaps something more elegant such as a piece of Dog Furniture to match your room’s motif, we have a pet bed to accommodate the tiniest of pets to the gentle giants.

Browse through our products and with just a few clicks your order will be on its way..

Real Leather Dog Collars

Wednesday, December 12th, 2007

Pets Fun Club take pride in the design and ergonomics of our canine collars, color fastness of our leather leashes and the durability of our pet products. Your pet deserves a wardrobe of finely finished leather collars to suit the mood so we put collection of leather dog collars to work focusing on attention to detail in the security of the product. The Hamish McBeth Collection has been  road tested  and review the  dog collar buckles and leash clips to ensure they are always secure. Canine fashion comes and goes but style lasts forever.  If you want style why not choose the Lucy Tan Collar and matching Leash

The Hamish McBeth Engraveable Dog Tags are a must for the trendy dog, they finish off any matching collar and lead collection. Our favourite is the Bone Bling Guitar it looks great with any of any collar and lead collection.

Why not treat your best pal to quality leather in 2008….

Regards

PFC
Admin

More about Danish Design Dog Beds

Friday, December 7th, 2007

Danish Design are situated on the edge of the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, in the historic Greenholme Mills next to the River Wharfe. Danish Design are market leaders within the UK and are well recognised within the European market. The Danish Design product range is designed by Susanne Mortensen from Copenhagen and stands for quality, durability and good value.”

This is just a small bit of information about danish design pet products, they are recommended by Vets here in Ireland and around Europe, they recommend them because of the support and comfort they allow pets to enjoy and they’re also excellent value for money. 
For instance check out the Morocco Snuggle Dog Bed this starts at only €21.99 and then we have an excellent selection of colours, nice modern designs – for the doggy who like style check out fabulous Slumber Dog Bed .
If comfort and style is what your pet likes and if you would like to have a nice piece of furniture rather than a snuggle bed then check out the Handmade Willow Dog Baskets, these are available in dark willow, white willow and buff willow with a selection of bed sets or matresses, they really are a great investment.

 We will keep you updated as more beds arrive. Dog Beds and Baskets

Happy Shopping!

Older Dogs

Thursday, December 6th, 2007

Give Your Dog Proper Exercise – Obesity and arthritis are two of the most common problems experienced by older dogs, and regular exercise can help stave off both.

Exercising helps burn extra calories and can also help reduce arthritis pain.

Exercise helps improve circulation and digestion as well.

However, if your dog does have arthritis, consult your veterinarian before beginning an exercise program.

Leisurely daily walks or a game of catch is good.

If your dog has not exercised for a long time, start out slowly, then continue with a daily program.

If you see your dog overexerting himself, stop the activity.

Also, senior dogs may not have as great a tolerance for weather extremes as they once had.

Always be sure he has plenty of water to drink during and after exercise.

Caring for your Pet…

Thursday, December 6th, 2007

Many adult problem behaviours have their origins in having been inadvertently rewarded by owners when their dogs were puppies.
Obviously it is better, and easier, not to “teach” your puppy the “wrong” behaviours in the first instance rather than to try and correct and retrain the dog in later life.
Firstly, how do you inadvertently reward behaviours?
Rewards for a dog generally fall into 3 categories.
The first and most obvious is food; second are games or toys; and, finally and probably as important as food, is your attention.
Dogs are social animals and, therefore, the attention you give is very rewarding.
How and when you give attention will “train” the puppy to continue to give behaviours which trigger this reward.
Attention is made up of 3 parts: touch (petting, stroking etc), tone of voice and, most importantly as far as the dog is concerned, eye contact.