Welcome to the DDL Pooch-Intelligencer!
Greetings to you and your pooch!
Most of you know that we've lost our leash… I mean lease…
at our Belltown store this month and our last day was August 15th. Not to worry,
we are consolidating to our other two facilities on Elliott Ave and Capitol Hill until
we find the right location to possibly re-open. In the meantime, we are also looking
into a shuttle option for our loyal customers that live downtown. If you are interested
in a shuttle, please email us at shuttle@downtowndoglounge.com.
The great news is that our Capitol Hill & Elliott Ave locations are both much larger,
with relief areas (inside and out), and parking for your convenience. In addition,
all of our experienced Belltown staff will be moving to Capitol Hill & Elliott Ave
so you and your pooch will see familiar faces! We want the transition to be right
for all of you so please contact me with any questions, concerns or compliments!
If you are a Belltown daycare client, please ask about your FREE daycare to try
out both Capitol Hill & Elliott Ave.
Whoa! We haven't seen warm summer temperatures like this summer in a long time!
Check out our tips below for helping your POOCH in the HOT WEATHER! Contrary to
popular myths, it's not always wise to shave your pup because the temperature is
high… see Lali's grooming notes below.
The Delta Society is coming to DDL! Mark your calendars for September 9th at Capitol
Hill. This is a great opportunity for you and your dog to help someone in need!
Introducing… "Hot Dog Photography" by local Seattle photographer Josh Becker.
Josh's unique approach to photography captures your dog in action & encourages owner
involvement as well. www.thehotdogphotog.com.
Sign up for your Hot Dog photo shoot today!
Baaa Baaaa! It's time to herd the sheep again at Ewetopia. Interested in joining
us? Email us!
From the bottom our hearts and tails, we want to thank all of you for making our
Belltown store such an icon in the city. You have shared our growth and changes,
and we appreciate your loyalty. We hope you will join us at our other locations
and know that we are open to your feedback. We value your experience and we want
Elliott & Capitol Hill to be every bit (and then some) of what you've come to expect
from us at DDL Belltown.
Thanks for your continued support!
WORSHIP THE POOCH!
Elise Vincentini
Remember: in general, dogs have more issues with heat than with cold. On a hot summer
day, a dog's tongue is its built-in air conditioner. In order for it to function
properly, two things are of vital importance: hydration and airflow. Proper hydration
will help your pooch create moisture on the tongue, allowing it to cool through
evaporation. Make sure your pooch has easy access to water, and consider putting
out more bowls than usual. Good ventilation is also a must. An open window or a
small fan can help a ton!
Other ways to keep a cool dog:
Keep damp or wet towels in a plastic bag in the fridge. Lay them out in your dog's
crate or in a favorite spot to provide a refreshing "belly cooler".
Fill a few bowls 1/2 - 3/4 full of water and freeze them. Add additional water before
putting out. The ice will gradually melt, providing a continuous cool water source.
If you don't own a "kool collar", consider making your own! Find a bandana or towel
that will fit around your pet's neck. Get it wet. Then roll it up with blue ("freezer")
ice packs inside. You can also use real ice if your pooch will be outside. The melting
ice provides extra cooling wetness to the chest, but is too messy for indoors! The
big guys love this especially... what do you think all that drool is for? :)
Myths & Facts About Shaving Hairy Dogs in the Summer!
Myth #1: Shaving my dog's coat will not affect the length and texture of its hair.
Fact: The hair of some double-coated breeds, like Newfoundlands, Samoyeds, and Pomeranians,
will not grow back the same after being shaved. It is best to talk at length with
your groomer about the options you and your dog have before deciding to do this.
Myth #2: Shaving my dog will help keep them cool for summer.
Fact: Shaving dogs isn't always the best way to keep them cool. Dogs with double-coats
are actually better at regulating their own body temperatures - their coats keep
them insulated in the winter and cool in the summer. If your dog is in need of a
haircut, it might be best to shave his/her underside or just thin out the undercoat.
BOTTOM LINE: There is no single right answer on how to groom long haired
dogs in the summertime. Breed, activity, and lifestyle should all be factored
into the decision. Speak with your groomer prior to requesting a shave at dropoff.
Make your grooming appointment now!
Volunteers and their ‘everyday pets’ (dogs, cats, rabbits, guinea pigs, etc.) are
working alongside doctors, nurses, physical therapists, teachers and other professionals
to help lower people’s blood pressure, motivate exercise, increase children’s reading
skills and much more. People with disabilities are also becoming more independent
with the help of service animals.
Interested in learning more or getting involved – with or without a pet? Join us
at our FREE one-hour discovery session with Delta Society, a non-profit organization
focused on building awareness and empowering people to interact with companion,
therapy, and service animals as a way to improve people’s health and happiness.
Location: DDL Capitol Hill - 420 E Denny Way
Date: September 9th
Time: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Sign Up: Click here or call us at 206-282-DOGS.
Does your dog freak out when strangers or even friends come over? Let's take a moment
to turn our dog-brains on, and pant-along as you read.
As a new dog enters a pack, she will generally walk in quietly and either stand
for group examination or silently and slowly walk through the hazing pack. It is
for the new dog's own well-being that she does not try to instigate anything right
away. This is a moment of survival and acceptance. In our own home this looks very
different to our dog. A new person enters and the household greets as the stranger
actively greets back and extends hands, words and eye contact to the family pet.
This is the moment where a major break in dog protocol can feel very unsettling
for a nervous or shy dog in her home. It can be major medicine for the family leader
to kindly inform the arriving guest(s) that "it would be great to simply ignore
our very sweet/ shy dog for the first 10-15 minutes." To dogs it is out of order
for a new dog to rush another existing member of the pack. If you've raised a puppy
you might see this as the pup goes paws up to face an older dog and gets a firm
lip-curl and snappy-bark.
Now that the friend has entered, and after a 10-15 minute interlude the dog may
approach for a sniff and a touch. This is NOT the time to reach down or lock eyes.
This is the moment in which the dog tries to evaluate whether or not the new body
is safe at all. It is best to not lock eyes, reach out, or especially tell her she's
a "good dog." Be patient, breathe. Change comes slowly and constantly. This can
work beautifully for many dogs. After trying this routine, if your dog continues
to be aggressive as guests enter, it might be important to re-establish the hierarchy
in the pack and seek help from a professional.
Ewe-Topia: September 26, 2009
We're bringing you another chance to let your dog have a try at herding! September
26th, we'll be heading back to the farm for more herding fun.
Herding is a natural instinct, and almost every dog has the innate ability! The
mental & physical stimulation your dog will receive while here is unbeatable...
If you are looking to wear your dog out, this is the perfect opportunity: a 4-acre
flat, fenced-in field loaded with balls & basic agility equipment, and the herding
ring with 4 sets of 3 sheep to chase! What could be better?
Check out photos of our last Ewe-Topia event here!
DDL's in-house dog trainer Adam will be available for training at Ewe-Topia for
only $37. A special coupon will be given for 50% off a full B & B at the DDL location
of your choice to take care of that post-herding funk. Picnic Lunch? We've got you
covered--- we're going all-out this time!
Date: September 26th
Time: 9AM & 11AM
Cost: $25 dog & owner. $20 additional dog. $5 additional person.
Sign Up: Reserve your
spot here!
A party to celebrate the pooches! We will have a booth at this year's FidoFEST event
at U Village. They have a ton of stuff going on, including booths with unique dog
products, places to eat, a dog-friendly beer garden. You can even adopt a new pup
from the Seattle Animal Shelter!
Check out our photos from FidoFEST 2008 here!
Date: September 27th
Time: 11:00 AM
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