"It's the little details that are vital. Little things make big things happen."
-- John Wooden
It's time again for Dr. Oz the Terrier...talking to you today about some little extras that can help keep your dog healthy as part of the Hill's Science Diet "Healthier Pets. Happier Lives." campaign.
What do I mean by "little extras"? The little extras are those special moments that allow you to bond with your dog. These moments provide your dog with the mental stimulation and fulfillment that they need to lead a healthy, happy life. Happy dogs are healthy dogs.
What are some "little extras"? They are the things you do every day to pamper your dog. Here are 4 Little Extras that you probably do with your dog already:
Play. Dogs love to play and we especially love when we play with you, our owners. Whether it's a game of fetch, tug, my favorite - Chase Around the Table, or even playing with puzzle games, the time you spend having fun provides your dog with needed physical and mental exercise that will keep him happy and healthy. Be sure to mix things up - don't put all the toys out at once; rotate them so your dog does not become bored.
Treats. Healthy treats = healthy rewards. Every dog deserves a healthy reward every now and again and what dog is going to turn his nose up at a yummy treat? Just make sure dog treats are given in moderation and are not the only reinforcement for a "job" well done because too many treats can be unhealthy.
Grooming. OK...so you know I am not a fan of the dreaded b-a-t-h but a little brushing isn't bad. Brushing actually feels good and can be relaxing; a perfect moment to bond with your dog. Besides, brushing reduces shedding and helps dogs maintain their healthy skin and coat. There's nothing like being and looking healthy.
Love. Love is...a pat on the head, a scratch of the ears, a belly rub, a cuddly hug, the silly songs you sing to us (or is my Ma the only nut who sings made-up songs to me?)...you get the idea. As pack animals, dogs enjoy being connected to others within their pack. It is one of the best ways to keep us happy and healthy.
To celebrate these Little Extras, Hill's Science Diet is letting me give away two (2) bundles of goodies so you and your pet parent can share special moments and bond with each other. There is a giveaway for dogs and a giveaway for cats!
Dog Bundle includes - a stainless steel dog bowl, a bag of Hill's Science Diet Dental Chews, a bag of Hill's Science Diet dog treats and a Healthier Pets, Happier Lives tote bag.
Cat Bundle includes - a stainless steel cat bowl, eight (8) micro cans of Hill's Science Diet Grain Free entrees, a laser pointer and a Healthier Pets, Happier Lives tote bag.
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Please note this giveaway will end on Friday, October 3, 2014 so get your entries in now! Good luck.
What little extras do you give to your dog?
Post Disclaimer: This post is sponsored by Hill's. I am being compensated for helping spread the word about Hill's® Science Diet® Healthier Pets. Happier Lives.™, but Oz the Terrier only shares information we feel is relevant to our readers. Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc. is not responsible for the content of this article.
Just what the dogtor ordered LOL. We like all of those Oz. Have a terrific Tuesday.
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Car rides - gotta add car rides and going places like vacations to the list :)
ReplyDeleteThose are all great little extras. I think the brown dawgs would say all their training is a little extra. :) We are entering for the Dog Bundle.
ReplyDeleteWe all have our own songs that Momma sings to us. Mine is "C-A-S-E-Y" to the Mickey Mouse Club song.
ReplyDeleteRingy Dingy One Ringy Dingy Two Oz Is That You ~The four extra things are the bestest things I know of in the world. Would you believe that I eat out of the same bowl that Lee's other two Scots had. That is 16 years plus 13 years plus 5 years. You do the math I don't have enough digits.
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Sweet William The Scot
Oz, that are 4 wonderful ways to show how much they love us. I specially like when my mom talks to me ... about this&that and shoes and bags and all that trashures, while she gives me a massage with her fingertips...
ReplyDeleteHey Oz...I hope your injured paw is feeling better.
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I sing to my dogs all the time! But I am careful no humans are within earshot!
ReplyDeleteOh yes...Mama has at least one song for each of us!! We are kinda wishing she would give us more treats and sing less songs tho...BOL
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Dory, Jakey, Arty & Bilbo
Play? My peeps try to play but don't understand the concept. They're really terrible at bitey-face.
ReplyDeleteBOL, mine too. Dey don't even like me and Finley playin bitey-face.
DeleteEverynight ours momma puts her forehead against ours...just for a minute...it is like a forehead hug or something weird like that. Mean ole cat Dietzman toles us she is trying to suck our brains out!!!! He lies.
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Mom always gives us some good hugs and ear rubs everyday and of course we get treats too. We are missing Greta so much, she kept everybody busy. Greta & Hazel played and chased alot, mom is trying to fill the void, but like kyla said, she is not too good at bitey face.
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Mr Bailey & Hazel
I have five Treeing Walker Coonhounds and three cats - all rescues. I do my best to give each of them some one-on-one time every day, but also play with them as a group (well, at least the dogs, who I play with in our yard or in the house or taking them for walks, although I typically have to limit it to two or three dogs at once on each walk). The cats are okay with each other, but typically don't interact at play time, so I do have to play with them individually. I love getting treats and new toys for my bunch. I also make homemade treats for the dogs. Sweet potatoes are on sale at our local grocery this week, so I bought a couple that I'm going to use in making dog cookies for my pack. They love them!
ReplyDeleteOh, and I'd pick the dog prize pack, although either would work for us.
DeleteNice post again, Dr. Oz. I think that is my favorite look of yours, so cute and the perfect name! Did you see yourself for our paw injury ;) ?
ReplyDeleteI love all of dis (well maybe except for da bath and fur brushing…. i just close my eyes and tolerate it).
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Ranger
I like to give my dog fruit....apple & banana especially.
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Since we've started clicker training with Luke, I think those 10 minutes per day my hubby and I each spend working with him is really increasing our bond! We do all of those other things as well with all of the dogs (the cats mostly get love because they don't like to play much!)
ReplyDeleteWe've love to win the cat bundle, since the cats haven't gotten many chances to win anything lately!
Jan, Wag 'n Woof Pets
Luckily we get those extras all the time. Even when we are skunked!
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Murphy & Stanley
We're not sure we could name all the great things our pawrents do for us. We would love to win the dog bundle.
ReplyDeleteHeyyyyy it's Dr. Oz! Your famous you know! BOL!!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat giveaway these sound great! Is it open to Canada too?
ღ husky hugz ღ frum our pack at Love is being owned by a husky!
Dr. Oz, once again your right on the money about the little extras. However, I think my mom is trying to smother me with too much love, she is always kissing me or hugging me. It's so much I can't breath with her always in my face. Any advise?
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Sully
Maggie & Duke get carrots each morning as healthy treats, and way too many baths as a result of rolling in gross stuff! :)
ReplyDeleteLots of extra LOVE <3 Pawsome OZ and love your 2nd photo. For sure you got lots of extra love with your paw injury. Hope its healing well. Golden Woofs
ReplyDeletePawsome advice Dr Oz!! Wow...where do we even begin...dada tells us a bed time story each night when he and mom tucks us in; we get couch time at night which usually turns into cuddle and tummy rub time; we recently went for a moonlight walk, which we loved! The list can go on and on!
ReplyDeleteWally & Sammy
I think chase around the table sounds like a fun game!
ReplyDeleteWhat could be better than a good game of fetch?
ReplyDeleteAll of our guys love playing with the laser pointer (dogs included!) We would like the dog prize!
ReplyDeleteI would love the dog bundle, I'm always sneaking my dog bits of human food as I prep dinner :)
ReplyDeleteMy mom and dad play with me all day! Dog Bundle
ReplyDeleteI'm entering for the dog prize.
ReplyDeleteI am always giving my dogs treats and new toys and he has a nice soft bed
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Great extra's Dr. Oz.
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