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Goldendoodles originated sometime in the late 1990’s and came off the success of Labradoodles. They are a hybrid breed mixing a golden retriever with a poodle, weighing in around 50-90 pounds and have a life expectancy of 10-15 years according to Dog Times. The goldendoodle is not a true breed but a cross breed (sometimes referred to as a “designer” breed) with growing popularity.
Cross-bred Smartie Pants
Golden retrievers and poodles have ranked in the top 4 of 150 highest in terms of smartness of dog breeds according to the Goldendoodle Association.
Dog Times says that the goldendoodle’s are easy to train and quickly able to form association between a command and receiving a reward.
What’s a Stranger?
The outgoing and loving personality trait of the goldendoodle makes them strong candidates for being companions to people with disabilities according to Pet Wave. The article goes on to say that they don’t have a big drive for prey making them a great candidate for a house with children or cats when introduced properly.
CARE
We Like to Move it, Move it
The goldendoodle’s ancestors (golden retriever and poodle) were bred to be hunting dogs, but that hobby hasn’t quite latched on to this hybrid breed. They do though enjoy all sorts of outdoor physical activities though and have an innate attraction to the water and swimming, according to Pet Wave.
So Fresh and so Clean
Goldendoodles grooming process is not low maintenance. Their crossbreed make-up of a golden retriever and a poodle leaves their hair to be long and furry, loose and curly or both, shedding doggies. Vetstreet recommends brushing these dogs every other day with a slick brush. They go onto say that goldendoodles can be prone to ear infections, therefore make sure that you are keeping their ears dry and clean.
With the continued popularity and friendliness of a goldendoodle, this “designer” breed is sure to be a friendly companion and man’s best friend for a long time to come!
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Admission is free for pups and humans of all ages. Come enjoy spooktacular music, face painting, food, and a whole lotta tail-wagging.
Green Leaf Millstone
Saturday, October 20 from 12-2pm
23 Burnt Tavern Rd
Millstone Township, NJ 08510
Green Leaf Ocean
Sunday, October 21 from 12-2pm
1602 NJ Highway 35
Oakhurst, NJ 07755
There may even be “trick and treating”
Rookie the Bat Dog takes NBC and makes national news alongside trainer, Shelly!
https://www.nbcnewyork.com/on-air/as-seen-on/Thunder-Bat-Dogs_New-York-488117131.html
“People go to the games not necessarily to see the game, but to see the dogs,” Leibowitz said. “Dogs are incredible. They put a smile on everybody’s face.” Leibowitz is no stranger to the smile that comes from being around dogs. The New York native and current Millstone resident has spent the past 45 years training dogs. Find out more by visiting our training page!
Shelly Leibowitz, the owner and head trainer of Green Leaf Pet Resort, has been training dogs for over 40 years. Throughout Shelly’s career, he has trained almost every breed and mixed breed from puppies to senior dogs, working with aggression / behavioral issues to potty training, and everything in between
Shelly’s experience with dogs extends further than obedience training. He has directed training for handlers in law enforcement agencies, private detection, and other private businesses. Shelly has mastered the process of importing purebred dogs overseas from Europe for this purpose, including German Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, and occasionally Rottweilers, Dutch Shepherds, etc.
Once a month, we’ll be doing a blog post on special canines we’ve imported with information and fun facts on the breeds and what they do, including what they’re up to now!
Big news: Derby, the Trenton Thunder’s mascot and bat dog, is a new dad. When he’s old enough, one pup will follow in his father’s footsteps, training with us for over a year before he’s ready to help fetch bats and carry water during games.
But first, this future star needs a name. And that’s where you come in!
What would you name Derby’s little guy? Click here to suggest your favorite name (or two). The Trenton Thunder will pick a handful of its favorites, and fans will get to vote to decide the winner.
Check out the full article over at NJ.com.
You have until Friday, January 17 to enter. Play ball!
The Pomeranian gets its name from a part of Europe known as Pomerania—now part of Poland and Germany. Bred here from ancient Spitz dogs, the Pomeranian was once much larger and used for herding sheep. In 1888 Queen Victoria acquired a small Pom, increasing its popularity in England. Other notable Pomeranian owners include Mozart, Marie Antoinette, Émile Zola, and Napoleon.
Extroverted
The Pomeranian is extremely outgoing. He’s eager to please and a real people-lover, with high energy that makes him endlessly entertaining. His friendly attitude also contributes to his reputation as a stellar show dog.
Loves Thy Owner
The Pom Pom (as they’re sometimes called) gets very attached to his owner. He can become protective, and sometimes suffers from separation anxiety when left alone. He just wants to be with you all the time!
Smarter Than You’d Think
These little guys may come in small, fluffy packages, but they’re highly intelligent. They are quick learners, respond well to training, and are always aware of their environment. They pick up easily on tricks, and are good at getting what they want from their owners (the fluffy cuteness doesn’t hurt).
A Walk a Day
Pomeranians don’t need much exercise, and will receive most of it through play. However, they have a ton of energy, and would love a good walk at least once a day.
Daily Brushing
The Pomeranian’s long double coat needs to be brushed on a daily basis. His undercoat will shed twice yearly, but his overcoat sheds on a regular basis. That’s a lot of fur, but it’s on a little frame—making the brushing fairly quick and easy.
Attention!
These guys don’t like to be left alone. They always want to be the life of the party and love all the attention they can get. Loneliness can lead to behavioral problems in Poms, so be sure to include them in family activities and outings.
Pom Poms are fun-loving dogs with great attitudes and awareness. They love their owners and are extremely loveable themselves. For a little dog, the Pomeranian has an enormous personality.
Developed in Germany in the late 19th century from the Bullenbeisser (now extinct) and bulldog, the boxer was originally used for dogfighting and hunting game like wild boar and bison. During WWI the Boxer was adopted by the military and used as a reliable messenger dog, attack dog and guard dog. After WWII, boxers gained popularity when they were taken home by returning soldiers.
Known for the way he stands on his hind legs and bats his front paws like a boxer while playing, it’s more than likely this is how he got his name.
Loves Company
The boxer loves to have company whether it be human
or another dog. Companionship keeps him happy and he is great with children- he shows excellent patience with them and becomes attached easily. He is very loyal and affectionate.
Playful, Eager and High-Energy
The boxer is in constant motion, loving to get his exercise and always up for playing. He’s forever batting his paws at everything from his toys, to other dogs, to you! But it’s all in good fun.
Loyal and Smart
Boxers are very intuitive and learn at a faster pace than many other breeds. This can make training them fun, and having them as house pets an easy task (if you’d even call it a task).
They love their owners and families, and are protective of them. They become your best friend very quickly and stand on guard if they sense anybody trying to hurt you.
Proper Exercise
Special care should be taken with boxer pups because they will run themselves ragged and if they overdo it, it can cause damage to their growing bones. As they get older they require daily exercise and are the perfect jogging companions. Just be sure to be careful in hot and humid weather, they tend to overheat easily.
Easy Cleaning
Their short hair makes them easy to clean. Taking the occasional brush to them just to be sure their coat is staying smooth is a good idea, and you only need to bathe them when you really think they need it. Fortunately, boxers are very clean and sometimes groom themselves the same way a cat might, although when they’re playing outside they don’t mind rolling around in the mud one bit.
Boxers are powerful dogs that love to play and love their family. While they may have been used in the past for hunting and attacking prey, they are not aggressive by nature, and would rather be playing fetch with the family than hunting wild animals.
The Green Leaf’s own Erica Etchason shared some holiday travel tips with Pet Advocate recently, including what to look for in a pet hotel or resort:
She advises pet owners to ask to see where their dogs will be sleeping and spending most of their time. A good resort should also accommodate almost anything to make your pet’s stay as comfortable as possible. Clients usually bring their pets’ food, beds and toys. The resort should record all of these items at check-in so they are returned to the owner at the end of the visit, she says.
For more tips from Erica and others, check out the full article!
Thankfully, our facility was undamaged by Sandy. We know many of you weren’t as lucky, and we want you to know we’re here to board and care for your dog if you need help as you rebuild.
We’re also accepting donations for the American Red Cross in our lobby; we will match a portion of all donations.
