A convenient cordless pet nail grinder that makes it easy to trim and shape dog nails. Ideal for small dogs and cats, with a fashionable pink handle. This cordless nail grinder for cats and dogs includes grinding bands, grinding stones and more.
The fast, easy way to trim, smooth and shape pet nails. Great for small dogs and cats, this grinder features a soft-touch, non-slip rubber grip. Two-speed motor operates at 9,000 and 13,000 RPM for excellent results. Kit includes a charger, a large grinding stone, a small grinding stone, six grinding bands, a felt polisher, and a grinding drum. The slim, lightweight design is easy to maneuver.
Why grind?
Rounded edges that won't scratch vinyl or hardwood floors
The big news this September was Misty Pines' first commercial being shot. On September 10th a crew from Fox53 was here at Misty Pines, "on location," to not only shoot a commercial but a 4 minute spot that will appear as part of Fox53's new show, "The Pet Show." This program will feature the PVSEC, Burton's and Misty Pines as "best of the 'burgh" places for pets, with each business getting a spot on the show. We will keep you everyone updated as to when the show will air.
Tuesday the 13th was, what will likely be, our last dog training class at North Park for the year. We know some of you would show up in 3 feet of snow for this class, but some things are just not practical. The outing, like all others, was well attended and enjoyed by everyone, dog and human alike. In our training classes we stress the four variables of training, Distance, Distraction, Duration and Location. Sure we're working on all of them at the same time, but the main focus for this class is on WHERE class is being held. While visiting the North Park swimming pool and we taught class behaviors around the 1.5 mile loop. New distractions and different locations can make a huge difference. All the dogs that participated were very well behaved and got some real life, practical application to help further their training.
Last, but certainly not least, Saturday, September 24th, was Dan's first time teaching class at Misty Pines. Dan has been working with dogs for some time now training obedience and bird work for dogs that are in our boot camp and board & train programs. Great job, Dan!
Don't forget to practice in the car. It's the same technique as on the walk. For a couple of days, read the newspaper in the car, having instructed your dog to settle down with a stuffed Kong. Have a short training interlude every minute or so to practice some body-position changes —sit, down, stand, etc. —or place changes — back seat, front seat, seat belt, crate, etc. It is much easier to do this when you are not driving and the car is stationary. Once your dog promptly responds to each request, repeat the exercises with a friend driving. You'll soon find your dog happily responds to your requests when you are driving.
Once you have a dog that will settle down anytime, anywhere — in the car and on walks — it's time to get him out and about. Be sure to take a bag of kibble with you. Take your dog everywhere — on errands around town, to the bank, pet store, Granny's, to visit friends, to explore the neighborhood, or maybe just for the ride. It's time for picnics in the park, walks, and more walks. And again, always have kibble on hand to give to your dog whenever dogs or people approach. Also, give kibble to strangers to train your dog how to greet them, that is, to sit for a food reward.
When taking your dog for a ride in the car it's never a bad idea to have him strapped in for safety. We recommend the Guardian Gear Car Harness. After your ride you'll need the Clean Go Pet Hair Pick Up Roller to clean up all that hair. These products are available from our online pet store.
Remember, Remember
Omar E. Rivera, 43, employee of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, will never forget the violent and terrifying sound of the Sept. 11, 2001 disaster. He and his yellow Labrador retriever, Salty, escaped unharmed with many of his co-workers from the 71st floor office. He was sitting on his desk when the first of the hijacked planes hit the World Trade Center.
Mr. Rivera, who is blind, (he lost his sight at the age of 14 to glaucoma) still hears the explosive boom of the hijacked plane smashing into the tower 1 of the World Trade Center. He still hears the crying, the screaming, desperate prayers of men and women inching down the stair through chunks of debris and pools of water and the crackling of the walls and floors bucking and then falling apart.
Mr. Rivera said during an interview at Grand Central Terminal before attending a memorial service at Madison Square Garden for Port Authority workers, "It is difficult to describe sounds with words." He told us that, "He heard the rustling of scattered papers, the crunching of broken glass and thud of his computer sliding off his desk. He also heard the panicked screams of his co-workers. He quickly said his prayers and then called Salty to guide him through the commotion. Mr. Rivera said that Salty was very nervous, but he didn't run away."
With one hand on Salty's harness and other on a friends arm, Mr. Rivera descended into unknown world filled with smoke and sickening smell of jet fuel. Mr. Rivera said, Salty refused to leave his (Mr. Rivera) side even when another co-worker tried to take the dog's leash. After and hour and fifteen Minutes Mr. Rivera and Salty came out on the ground floor. They were exhausted but they both kept walking. Then they started running Mr. Rivera could hear the crackling sounds, louder now, echoing through the building. And a short time later, he heard it collapse.
Mr. Rivera said he had not returned to the site of the World Trade Center since then. He tried to resume his work at home, but it is difficult, for many reasons. For many nights he woke up hour after hour. Sleep comes easier now, he said, but sudden noises still make him jump.
We'd like to take time to bring to your attention all of the dogs that are currently assisting humans all around the globe. Freedom is, what American's believe, a basic human right, but sometimes our freedom becomes limited, or in some cases taken away completely, due to physical limitations, such as blindness or PTSD. For many this freedom can be restored with the help of an assistance dog. These specially trained dogs are given the task of leading their master through life and give them back a measure of their freedom.
Misty Pines has been helping connect people and dogs through training for the past 36 years and will continue to do so for as long as we have the privilege. Below are organizations that Misty Pines has helped/is helping/has referred people to for assistance dog services.
Please visit Freedom Guide Dogs to read about Dave Stemmerich and James Fair, both of whom were connected to Freedom Guide Dogs via Misty Pines.
Perfect Fit Canines is a non-profit group that is focusing on assistance dogs for those with autism.
Therapy Dog Visits
Once your dog has passed their Therapy Dog International certification, it's time for the fun to begin. These places are always looking for registered therapy dogs to brighten the day of the patients and residents:
Allegheny General Hospital
Jennifer Kopar: 412-359-3067
jkopar@wpahs.org
"The golden gift is this: Intimately connected with his own emotions, the dog cannot lie. What he feels, he expresses. What he shows in his body posture is true, without guile, completely and utterly honest. Distanced from our own feelings, bound by our fears, we treasure and are amazed by this quality of complete truth in our dogs."
Smooth nails for wintertime indoor play
Don't forget to practice in the car. It's the same technique as on the walk. For a couple of days, read the newspaper in the car, having instructed your dog to settle down with a stuffed Kong. Have a short training interlude every minute or so to practice some body-position changes —sit, down, stand, etc. —or place changes — back seat, front seat, seat belt, crate, etc. It is much easier to do this when you are not driving and the car is stationary. Once your dog promptly responds to each request, repeat the exercises with a friend driving. You'll soon find your dog happily responds to your requests when you are driving.
Omar E. Rivera, 43, employee of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, will never forget the violent and terrifying sound of the Sept. 11, 2001 disaster. He and his yellow Labrador retriever, Salty, escaped unharmed with many of his co-workers from the 71st floor office. He was sitting on his desk when the first of the hijacked planes hit the World Trade Center.
