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July 30, 2010 Posted by admin in Dog Care 101, Rescue Adoptions

Reasons to Adopt a Shelter Pet: 101 Dog Care Tips- Tip 61

Pet-Adoption Animal shelters and humane societies are overrun with abandoned pets looking for loving homes. The real tragedy is that thousands of these animals end up being euthanized rather than adopted. Sadly, shelter animals are often thought of as "sloppy seconds" or "someone else's problem." On the contrary, a rescued dog or cat can be a great alternative to purchasing a pet from a breeder. Lets be the solution to the problem of overcrowded rescue, shelters and pet homelessness. Adopting a pet from a shelter can be one of the most rewarding things you can do. The benefits are numerous.

1. Save 2 Lives & Enrich Your Own. According to The Humane Society of the United States sadly about 4 million dogs and cats are put to sleep each year because of overcrowded animal shelters. Pets who don't get adopted within a set time frame from a shelter are often euthanized due to shelter overcrowding & lack of supplies. Adopting a shelter pet means you are saving two lives. You are not only helping a deserving pet in need gain a home, but now there is shelter room for another animal in need to lay his or her head.

2. Clean Bill of Health. Pets up for adoption at reputable animal shelters will be healthy. Most have trained specialists on hand to examine the animals when they arrive and make sure they are vetted and fit for adoption. Those that are sickly get treated and cared for quickly. Shelters also normally give the animals proper shots and spay and neuter them. Fact or Fiction? Shelter pets have behavioral problems, are damaged, and sickly...Fiction. According to the Humane Society, most pets are handed over to shelters for "people reasons," such as financial constraints, a move or a divorce.

3. Save Money. The cost of adopting a pet varies widely depending on the shelter always less expensive than buying an animal at a pet store or from a breeder. Shots, vaccines, and spay or neuter fees for your shelter pet are typically rolled into the shelter's adoption fee and are much less expensive than if you went to a private vet. Some shelters may even spay and neuter the pets for for free. Some humane societies and shelters offer training classes and behavioral counseling for pets in their care. Also, keep in mind some pets were previously owned and cared for and therefore may have already been trained by their previous owners. Adopting a pre-trained pet from a humane society or animal shelter saves a lot of time and money when you consider the price for obedience school and pet-training services.

4. Don't Support Puppy Mills. A puppy mill is a breeder who breeds dogs for maximum profit with little regard for the animal, they are looking to make money off helpless animals. Many of these breeders do not properly care for the puppies or their parents and house them in bad conditions. The dogs may have poor medical care. If you want a certain dog breed, check first with local animal shelters. According to AdoptAPet.com, about 30 percent of shelter dogs are purebred. Putting your heart and your money toward adopting a shelter animal can reduce a cruel industry's supply and demand.

5. Feel Good Feeling is Priceless. Get that heartwarming feeling of knowing you saved not just one but two lives. The pet you adopt will leave an open space for the shelter to take in another needy animal. Your rescued pet will also provide you with undying love and your life will be greatly enriched with companionship. Everybody wins. Pets can improve a person's well-being in many ways, from providing a sense of purpose to even lowering blood pressure.

6. Large Selection of Animals to Choose From. The Humane Society recommends adopting from rescue groups and animal shelters because they offer new owners a great selection. The selection changes daily with new animals coming in, so families can take their time and wait for the perfect pet that meets everyone's expectations. If you've decided against adoption because you've got your heart set on a purebred pet, think again. While 70 to 75 percent of pets in animal shelters are mixed breeds, 25 to 30 percent of pets at a shelter are pure bred. You can also contact a breed rescue organizations that specialize in specific breeds of cats and dogs. These organizations allow people to adopt pets that they have rescued. Animal shelters usually screen the temperaments of the pets so that families have some idea of the animal's personality and background before buying it, which helps in deciding which pet would be best fit for their family.

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This is Arrisa, adopted in January. She's five years old and happily retired from her racing career. She's also a bully stick addict.

A picture is worth a thousand barks! Help us bark awareness about animal adoption & save lives. Share pic of your fuzzy face rescue on our Best Bully Sticks Facebook page!

How Can You Give Back To Barkworthy Rescues and Shelters Across the Globe?

Well, we we tell you how you can help Best Bully Sticks support them. With your help we can save lives one $1 at a time and no animal needs to suffer.

Click to Give a $1 at Checkout! Participate in our Best Bully Sticks $1 Donation Program by shopping on www.bestbullysticks.com and clicking to donate a $1 at checkout. For every $1 you donate at checkout we will donate a $1 with a 100% of the proceeds going to rescues and shelters in need across the country. The money raised will help with out reach, basic animal necessities and rescue programs. Donations raised monthly by you will be given to 3 lucky rescues during our ongoing monthly Best Bully Sticks Rescue Shelter Giveaway

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December 21, 2009 Posted by admin in Affiliate Program, All Natural Dog Chews and Treats, Best Bully News, Bully Sticks, Dog Toys, Holiday Gifts

Launching Beef Back Strap, Merrick Texas Taffy, Pawz Rubber Dog Boots & More

Bringing you great prices, selection and service is our specialty! We are proud to add to our product mix, so read more to see whats new on www.bestbullysticks.com.

No matter the size of your dog, our dog chews and treats will be exactly what they've been wanting. With our chews for dogs, you can be sure that your dog is getting a treat that they'll enjoy and is good for them at the same time, making sure that your dog will be healthy for years to come while enjoying a treat they can't get enough of.

Introducing our Beef Back Strap!

We are excited to bring to you, the beef back strap. Like all of our beef products, these are from free range grass fed cows from South America and contain no additives or preservatives. They are a cartilage piece from the back and have a similar consistency to that of the beef tendon (but much bigger). They are approximately 6" - 8" long per piece and have little to no odor. Although they may not last as long as a bully stick, they are sure to add variety to your pooch's treat regime!

Merrick's Texas Taffy will have your dog beggin for more!

Introducing Texas Taffy, made by Merrick, is a unique backstrap beef dog chew that is new to our site. We have had several requests to launch this product so here it is!

Merrick Texas Taffy is about 7-10" in length and 2-3" in width. It is made in the United States from USDA sourced ingredients. The product will be more of a treat for larger dogs and more of a chew for smaller dogs. It is made from the "backstrap" of a cow and is fairly flexible.

Each piece of Texas Taffy comes individually shrink wrapped.

A Pawz above the rest! Measure your active pup for a pair of Pawz Disposable, Reusable & Waterproof Rubber Dog Boots

We are excited to offer a line of rubber dog boots for all of those pooches out there that love the snow and cold weather (although they can be used for pooches with allergies, in mud, on sand, to avoid lawn chemical exposure, etc). Perfect to wear for all situtions Pawz is the world's only disposable and reusable waterproof dog boot. They are an inexpensive way to keep paws in good shape!

Made of natural rubber, Pawz Natural Rubber Dog Boots are 100% biodegradable. Pawz are designed to go on easily and fit securely without zippers or straps. The great thing about Pawz is that they leave your pooch with the natural feel of walking on their own paws. Without padding, your pooch can feel the ground, providing a needed sense of security. Like a sock, Pawz moves with your dog allowing full paw motion and maximum comfort. And you don't have to worry about losing another expensive boot, these come in a 12 pack and each boot can be worn many times.

What Size is right for your pooch?

Measure from the front edge of your pooches front pads, to the back edge of the large pad.

Tiny below 0.5"
XXS Up to 1"
XS 1"-1.5"
Small 1.5"-2"
Medium 2"-3"
Large 3"-4"

The Natural Choice! Canine and Feline North Atlantic Sardine Oil

SARDINEOIL Nature’s Logic^™ North Atlantic Sardine Oil is derived from harvested wild sardines. This brilliant gold oils is by far the most popular oil used in dietary supplements as a source of the omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. Nature’s Logic™ North Atlantic Sardine Oil contains more EPA and DHA than Salmon Oil and has naturally lower levels of environmental contaminants. By Supplementing Nature’s Logic North Atlantic Sardine Oil’s natural rich source of long chain Omega-3 Fatty Acids, you are adding one of nature’s most bio-available sources of these nutrients to your pet’s diet.

Sardine Oil is beneficial for skin and coat, cardiovascular health, and promotes a healthy immune system.

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Reduce, Reuse, Rewoof this Christmas- Check out our Planet Dog Toys!

We are happy to announce the arrival of an eco-friendly, interactive line of dog toys that you can add to your collection of natural dog treats and chews from Best Bully Sticks. Planet Dog has been known as the industry’s leading socially responsible, values-based company, bringing people and dogs together for fun and mutual support. Whether your dog is young or an old soul, we offer something for every pup. These bright and exciting dog toys are made from safe, non-toxic & recyclable material and contain a special treat spot that can be filled with kibble, spreads and other special treats. For those of you who have dogs who love tennis balls, Planet Dog’s toys are a great non-toxic alternative, that will provide for the same long lasting excitement.

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Give the gift of a good chew. Delicious & all natural, the way nature intended!

Please make sure to check out our growing selection of dog treats, dog chews, and of course our bully sticks. Try our NEW Odorless Odor free all natural free range bully sticks!

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Take The Guessing Out Of Gift Giving With A Best Bully Stick Gift Certificate!

But what do you do for the pampered pup or feline that has everything? Hmmm..For the pet that has everything give a Best Bully’s Gift Certificate and take the guessing out of gift giving! This is a great way for you to give that furry special someone in your life or loving pet owner a special gift by allowing them to select the exact products their furry companion are looking for.

The Benefits of Gift Cards!

1. Since very few people will actually tell you what they truly want as a gift, a gift card can eliminate the disappointment that is evident when you get someone something that they do not enjoy. With a gift card, the receiver is free to pick out whatever they choose, instead of relying on your psychic abilities to provide a good present.

2. Gift cards make perfect last minute presents. Whether you are celebrating the arrival of a new pet, bark-day, or decking the halls with your pet this howliday, gift cards are great for any occasion.

3. Foolproof white elephant gift that anyone could appreciate. Perfect for any secret gift exchange.

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A picture is worth a thousand words, or shall we say free bully sticks!

Our photo gallery is growing constantly, please submit a photo of your dog enjoying any of our products to enter our twice monthly contest! Each month we will have a drawing on those customers who submitted pictures to the gallery and a winner will be chosen and posted on the site. The winner will win more bully sticks!

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December 17, 2009 Posted by admin in Affiliate Program, Best Bully Sticks Chew-monial, Bully Sticks, Gift Cards

A Barking Best Bully Sticks Customer Chew-monial from Kasha the Dainty Great Dane

Our friend & loyal tail wagging customer Kasha sent us over a wonderful chew-monial letter & pics of her enjoying our bully sticks . So sit, stay and read awhile because we would love to share it with you. We love keeping dogs chew happy, safe and tails wagging. Our treats will put any dog in a treat induced coma & cause drooling at the mouth. Be fair warned that dogs love the taste & will bark for more, so you may want to order a year supply! Thanks Kasha for sharing your Best Bully Sticks chew-monial, keep them coming our way! If you have a chew-monial to share please email us at bestbullysticks@gmail.com

Hello Best Bully Sticks,

My name is Kasha the Dainty Great Dane. I'm a rescue Great Dane and I'll be 8 years old in January 2010. I've lived with my mom and dad now a little over 2 years and as far as they know I've never had a Bully Stick. Mom heard about these things from a great dane friend of ours and thought she would try them so she went online and ordered the Large Dog Sample Package of Bully Sticks from you and let me tell you they were DELICIOUS...ok...I've only had 2 of them so far but YUMMERS! Mom has a dog blog and she will be posting pictures of me on her blog enjoying these treats with information about your store...I hope that is ok with you. Mom also wants to enter some pictures in your monthly photo contests. Feel free to use any of them you like. Thanks again for the goodies.

AARF,

Kasha the Dainty Great Dane