All Things Dog Blog

Sunday, June 17, 2012

Take Your Dog to Work Day Winners

by Carrie Boyko, CEB

Thankfully Oliver enjoys accompanying me to work, whether we are doing a photo shoot, writing a post in my office or checking in shipments of prizes. Of course, he and Tanner especially enjoy doing product reviews and getting their rewards for good behavior at our photo shoots. There's nothing better than getting fed to do things that are fun like play with a new toy or try out a new bowl or bed. Really? What could be better?! Well, maybe cleaning up the warehouse floor? Yeah! There are always nibbles of things that land there and my boys are eager to be helpful in keeping it need and clean.

On that note, I'd like to point out that I'm currently running a series on Tips for the Canine Good Citizen test, an AKC exam that officially gives your dog a certification of good behavior in public. This test is a 10-part exam that evaluates your dog's ability to respond properly in a variety of situations.

The first in the series is at the link in the paragraph above. Join me each Saturday for the remainder of the series that will spread out over at least 10 weeks. I'll be sharing some of the tips I've found to be useful in getting through this tough test, especially with a young and energetic dog.

Xena, our senior Retriever at the time, breezed right through at the tender age of 13, but did have a little trouble assuming the Down position because her aging hips had begun to stiffen. I was sure to praise her anyway, as she had no preparation since her puppy training, but she tagged along and took the test anyway. Good girl!

Now back to today's main event, the announcement of the winners of the Take Your Dog to Work Kits. Each pup will receive a set of 3 dog training videos and an All Things Dog Blog bandana. I have 2 sizes to fit most any Fido. I'll be the first to admit, though, I don't think our Large will fit your Mastiff :( Sorry!

The winners of our Take Your Dog to Work Kits are Anne K, Danielle E, Nancy W. and Sharon G. You'll be notified by my AllThingsDogBlog.com email. Please reply quickly with your dog's weight and address for quick shipping. Thanks and congratulations!