Play Your Way To Good Manners Dog Training Book Review

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Dog lovers, there’s a brand new dog training book dropping this week. Daisy and I got an early copy so we could check it out and tell you all about it.

It’s Play Your Way To Good Manners, Getting the Best Behavior from Your Dog through Sports, Games, and Tricks. The authors are accomplished dog trainers Kate Naito and Sarah Westcott.

There are many dog training books out there, but what we really love about this one is that it focuses on The Power of Play. I think we all know that learning is faster and more effective when we’re having FUN, but we often forget this when it comes to training our dogs. This book focuses on positive reinforcement and takes the frustration out of teaching AND learning.

Training topics include these basics: sit, down, stay, recall, and leashed walking; PLUS cute tricks, advanced tips, and games to beat boredom and encourage good manners.

Go HERE to get a look inside the book.

Spot Magazine says, “If you live with a dog, or plan to live with a dog, or just like other people’s dogs, consider this book required reading. It extends the responsibility for companionship and communication to both ends of the leash, helping humans understand dogs, what motivates them, and how they learn.”

We think this one is worth grabbing for yourself or your favorite dog person. It’s being released this week and is available HERE with Amazon’s Pre-Order Low Price Guarantee, or look for it at your favorite local book shop.

Ginormous Hide-A-Squirrel Puzzle Dog Toy *Daisy Favorite + HOT Deal*

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Dog lovers, I just spotted one of Daisy’s favorite dog toys on sale for HALF OFF right now. It’s the Hide-A-Squirrel and Puzzle Plush Squeaking Toy for Dogs from the fine folks at Outward Hound.

It’s the Ginormous Size and the sale price is $14.99 ($15 OFF). Other sizes are also available, but this one is the best deal since it’s got the most squirrels and holes to hide them in, making the activity more exciting and challenging for your dog. It’s the lowest price we’ve seen on this dog toy favorite since we reported it on sale for $15.55 back in 2012!

This toy is very well-made, and I recommend you supervise the play with your dog. This will help keep your dog from chewing up the squirrels…it’s NOT a chew toy but an interactive puzzle toy.

The way Daisy and I play is that I show her how I stuff the squirrels in the tree trunk and then hold it out while she figures out how to find each squirrel and pull them out of their holes. Sometimes she wants to run away with one of the squirrels, so I use the opportunity to practice “Bring” and “Drop” and reward her with lots of squeaks and start the game all over again.

The squirrels are also fun for throwing in a game of fetch, and I sometimes use them for hide and seek, sticking one or two behind sofa cushions and letting her “find” them. I keep this toy put away in my office closet and she sometimes comes to nudge me and goes to the closet to show me she wants to play. I also keep her Indoor ChuckIt Set (also on sale) in the closet, too. I think these are her two favorite games because they both involve human participation and aren’t toys that are just left lying around for her to play with all the time on her own.

Anyway, as with all deals, this one can change quickly and without notice so be sure to head on over HERE if you want one. And always remember to verify the price in your online shopping cart before checking out. The deal includes FREE 2-Day Shipping for Prime Members (or free shipping with min. purchase for non-Prime shoppers).

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Get Out and Play with the Unbreakable Varsity Ball Dog Toy {Daisy Tested and Approved}

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Unbreakable Dog Ball Toy

Spring is here and it’s the perfect weather for your dog to enjoy some outdoor play time! Looking for a durable and unique dog toy to help encourage your dog to exercise, run and play? Check out the unbreakable Varsity Ball dog toy…it’s perfect for solo play or for rolling and chasing with furry friends. Daisy and her pal Fin tested it at the dog park and it WORE THEM OUT!

If you’re tired of spending time and money replacing dog toys that break or get destroyed as soon as you get them home, or just want a super exciting new toy for your dog, you’ll love the ultra tough and durable Varsity Ball over at VarsityPets.

Their guaranteed indestructible dog toys are unbreakable, for fun that just won’t quit! Especially good for the big dogs and those who are really hard on their toys.

Thousands have been sold with Zero busted, but if your dog is the first to destroy their toy, Varsity Pets will replace it AND refund you 10% of the purchase price.

It’s perfect for play with multiple dogs, or to entertain your dog when they have no one to play with (being an only child can be lonely). If your dog loves to herd or run, they will love trying to tackle and chase the Varsity Ball in the grass or at the beach. It’s even great in the snow, making it an investment in a toy your dog can use all year long.

In addition to being a favorite around our place, it’s also a super popular toy at rescue shelters, and even the zoo. Varsity Ball can withstand the abuse of lions and tigers and bears (oh my!) and is 110% GUARANTEED Indestructible.

Varsity Ball comes in 2 sizes:

  • Varsity Ball Standard 12″
  • Varsity Ball Junior 6″

Great Gift Idea for Dogs Who are Hard to Shop For or Hard on Their Toys

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Varsity Ball Junior

Many dogs are hard to buy for because they already have just about every toy out there thanks to loving parents, grandparents and friends. Other dogs are just plain hard on their toys, making it difficult to find something worth spending money on.

We’ve got a great dog toy recommendation that solves both of these pet gift dilemmas. It’s Varsity Ball, the unbreakable dog toy. It’s 110% guaranteed indestructible. Thousands have been sold with zero busted, but if yours is the first to break, they will replace it for free plus refund you 10% of your purchase price.

Unbreakable Dog Toy Varsity Ball Daisy

Varsity Ball is used by many rescue groups and even with zoo animals, to help encourage play and prevent boredom. It’s also been tested by Daisy and her pal Fin for fun and excitement. It totally wore them out…and you know what they say: “a tired dog is a good dog!”

It’s perfect at the park or in the backyard, in the snow or sand, and is great for solo play, too. If your dog loves to herd or run, they will love trying to tackle and chase the Varsity Ball. And, this toy comes in 2 sizes for small or large dogs.

Varsity Ball Unbreakable Dog Toy

If you’re sick of spending time and money replacing dog toys that break or get destroyed as soon as you get them home, or just want a super exciting new toy for your dog, be sure to check out the ultra tough Varsity Ball over at VarsityPets.

Guaranteed Indestructible Varsity Ball Dog Toy {Daisy Tested & Approved}

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Fin Daisy varsity ball

If you’re tired of spending time and money replacing dog toys that break or get destroyed as soon as you get them home, or just want a super exciting new toy for your dog, be sure to check out the ultra tough Varsity Ball over  at VarsityPets.

Their guaranteed indestructible dog toys are unbreakable and a gift that just won’t quit, so it’s a great idea for the fur kids on list! Especially the big dogs and those who are really hard on their toys.

It’s perfect for play with multiple dogs, or to entertain your dog when they have no one to play with (being an only child can be lonely). If your dog loves to herd or run, they will love trying to tackle and chase the Varsity Ball in the snow, grass or at the beach.

dog ball colors

Daisy and her boyfriend Fin tested out the ball and it sure wore them OUT…and those two always play ruff when they get together!

In addition to being a favorite around our place, it’s also a super popular toy at rescue shelters, and even the zoo. Varsity Ball can withstand the abuse of lions and tigers and bears (oh my!) and is 110% GUARANTEED Indestructible.

Thousands have been sold with Zero busted, but if your dog is the first to destroy their toy, Varsity Pets will replace it AND refund you 10% of the purchase price.

Varsity Ball comes in 2 sizes:

  • Varsity Ball Standard 12″ $39.99
  • Varsity Ball Junior 6″ $22.99 

Go HERE to select your color and size, and get your dog the toughest toy around!