Pawsh’s friends at Cloud 7 have just released a beautiful series of new products into their wonderful shop and among those items Rory and I found this clever hand-crafted silver birch dog whistle. All dogs can be trained to respond to a certain sound. For example, clicker training is very popular and elicits a positive puppy response. This whistle can do the same and would be especially useful at the dog park should you wish to refrain from shouting across a vast field.

Furthermore, this whistle is manufactured with supply chain assured wood, supporting better management of the world’s forests for future generations. Wouldn’t this make a lovely little gift for the dog-lover in your life?

PAWSH PERKS: A beyond easy trick for training your dog to have their nails trimmed and how to teach a stubborn dog to love fetch.

Is getting more exercise for your dog on your 2013 to-do list? Then a DogTrot Fitness treadmill might be just want your canine cutie pie needs! This specially engineered treadmill is ideal to help dogs get the daily running time they need when the weather is frigid, rainy or just plain rotten.

Plus studies suggest that regular running exercise can extend your dog’s natural life by two full years! Here are five fabulous reasons why DogTrot treadmills in particular rock once a dog has been trained to use them!

1) SAFETY FIRST
DogTrot dog treadmills are remote controlled. They are low profile meaning they are not very far from the floor and there is no bulky console obstructing your dog’s view. This means you can be seated near by and remain in full control of the treadmill while your dog is exercising. They are also all electrically certified to meet Canadian standards, which are much higher than US standards. DogTrot Fitness certifies the electrical safety of each and every unit they sell.

2) BEST PAWS FORWARD
DogTrot dog treadmills accommodate a dog’s stride. Humans run on two feet – dogs run on four.  The size of treadmill a dog needs depends upon the length of his stride.  Human treadmills come in a fairly standard size (usually having a running deck of 54 to 60”), while dog treadmills can be gauged to the length of your dog’s stride. 

Our treadmills come in sizes ranging from 100 cm. long (39.5”) up to 251 cm. (98”).  If you have a small dog, you can get away with a very small treadmill – which is a great space saving feature.  Some large dogs have a longer stride than human treadmills can accommodate – so we also sell long treadmills. Whatever your dog’s stride, we can help them put their best paw forward on the path to a healthier lifestyle.

3) GENTLE ON THE PAWS
The running belt on DogTrot dog treadmills was designed to accommodate the pads of a dog’s foot (not a running shoe);  it’s a lot kinder to dog’s feet than most human treadmills. Often the running surface on human treadmills has a rather gritty surface which can be harmful to gentle paws.

4) MORE SAFETY
All treadmill models have a holder for your dog’s leash, if you choose to use it. Some models also have gates, guiding your dog to remain on the treadmill.

5) CLEAN, CLEAN, CLEAN!
DogTrot treadmills are designed to accommodate things like dog fur, slobber (and worse — need we say more?) They are easy to clean, which will be news to any owners’ ears!

Although DogTrot Fitness is a wonderful Pawsh sponsor, this post is not sponsored. DogTrot dog treadmills are a high-quality product that Pawsh believes in.  When used correctly and responsibly a DogTrot Fitness treadmill can improve your dog’s life and happiness.

PAWSH PERKS: An awesome running leash and expert tips for running with dogs.

There are eight designs in the series, five of which are currently available as original prints and start at about $59. Each letter is carved by hand into linoleum printing plates and then hand-printed using traditional linseed oil inks, mixed in a palette inspired by early colonial colours. The softly distressed type echoes the vintage appeal of the posters, creating a dreamy, inspiring aesthetic. 

To help kick your 2013 off in an inspirational manner, Pawsh is giving away one of the Enlightened Hound’s beautiful prints!

To enter all you need to do is comment on this post OR our Facebook page telling us how your dog inspires you! The winner will be announced on Monday! xo

PAWSH PERKS: An inspirational dog book about life and love.

To keep the lively ‘Pet of the Month’ tradition going in 2013 Pawsh has partnered with a new fabulous sponsor — Domestic Beast! This elegant online shop only carries items that have been personally hand-selected by its wonderful staff. This means that only the very best products are available for your furry friend and let me tell you the selection is diverse!

For the January 2013 Pet of the Month contest, one lucky winner will get to choose a Baxter & Birdie collar valued at $35! These collars come in a wide variety of funky fabrics and are sure to impress even the ficklest of pooches!

This year the contest rules have been tweaked a little bit to make it even easier to enter! All you have to do is ONE of these things…

1.  Email Pawsh at [email protected] with a photo of your pet and a brief 2 or 3 lines about them. For example, what is their name, what is their personality like, how old are they, how did they become a part of you family or what is their goofiest moment? Just be sure to say “January Pet of the Month” in the subject line so we know!

AND/OR

2.  Post a photograph of your pet on our Facebook wall telling us your pet’s name, that you’re entering for January Pet of the Month and a little about your fluffy sidekick.

The deadline for entering is January 25th, 2013. Pawsh will then draw at random four furry faces/names to be the nominees and then it’s up to you to vote for your favourites and declare the winner!

So what are you waiting for? I know your computers are just like mine — bursting with photos of your pets! Send in your favourite photos for a chance to win, win, win!

PAWSH PERKS: The Top 5 Dog Coats of 2012 and an interesting debate about collars.