ReTail Scene: Botanical Bones in Asheville
A new dog business just launched in Asheville: Botanical Bones. Here's the story, according to the website:
"Botanical Bones is a family business thoughtfully making superfood + adaptogenic dog treats in Asheville, NC.
When we rescued our pup, Carnaby, at 4 months old from an animal shelter in Asheville, NC it was the early days of the pandemic. He had a rough start before we brought him home and was an extremely anxious puppy.
We’re strong believers in the healing power of plants. It was clear that Carnaby was struggling so I started experimenting with superfoods and adaptogens our family uses every day for wellness.
When we saw how much our pup loved the treats we were making we decided to share them with neighbors. Pretty soon we realized we needed to share these SUPER TREATS with the world!"
Check out the products, available for purchase online, at: https://botanicalbones.com/
Image: BotanicalBones.com
Doggie Daycare in Asheville
AVL Today has a good list of doggie daycare facilities in the Asheville area with costs and services, including:
Dog House Doggies Daycare
VIP Pet Resorts
You Work I'll Play
For complete information, visit: https://avltoday.6amcity.com/doggie-daycares-asheville-nc/
Happy Thanksgiving from Carolina Mountain Dog
"The Genius Dog Challenge"
The Genius Dog Challenge is an international competition originating in Hungary that aims to test six of the world's smartest dogs. The combination contest/scientific experiment will be streamed live every Wednesday at 1 PM Eastern time until December 16 on Facebook and YouTube.
In the first stage of the contest, dogs will have one week to learn the names of six toys. In the second stage, dogs will have one week to learn the names of twelve toys. Six dogs have already been chosen to take the challenge.
Check out all the details here: http://geniusdogchallenge.com/
Blue Ridge Humane Society Silent Auction Through Nov. 21
Join Blue Ridge Humane Society online through November 21 for their 70th Birthday Silent Auction! Chock-full of all kinds of great things, this is the purr-fect opportunity to get a leg up on holiday gifts for loved ones, your pet, or yourself!
You'll find great items to bid on -- trips, gift cards, jewelry, amazing pet packages, and more to tickle your fancy and raise funds to support the work of Blue Ridge Humane Society into the next year.
Bidding ends November 21 at 9 pm, so check out the Silent Auction here:
https://blueridgehumane.rallyup.com/brhs-birthday-auction
Wagbar combines the best of both worlds for dogs and humans with a goal to enrich the lives of dogs and people everywhere and bring the dog community together by reinventing the dog park. The unique concept integrates an outdoor interactive 25,000 square foot off-leash dog park with a bar (age 21+). Wagbar offers a thoughtful selection of food and beverages that will satisfy any taste. The outdoor design of Wagbar is ideal for social distancing to keep everyone safe. Wagbar hosts a variety of events year round from dog adoptions to group dog trainings, live music, holiday themed party’s and more.
Wagbar is open daily from 8 AM to 11 PM at 320 Merrimon Avenue, Weaverville, NC 28787. Please observe the following rules:
Ages 21 and up only. Credit/debit cards only (no cash)
Please check in at the bar after entering
Dogs must be a minimum of 8 months old and spayed/neutered
Dogs must be up-to-date on rabies, distemper and bordetella vaccinations. Electronic or paper documentation must be provided after initial check-in.
Maximum of 2 dogs per human.
Day passes, monthly and annual memberships are available.
For more information visit https://www.wagbar.com/
Image: Wagbar
The Mills River Valley races feature a 10K, 5K, and 1 Mile Doggy Dash on Sunday, November 15th at the Mills River Community Park and surrounding area with a flat, scenic course. The races are hosted by the Mills River SDA School and benefit the school and Blue Ridge Humane Society! Registration is open and precautions will be taken in the race format to ensure social distancing.
Details and registration here: https://millsrivervalleyrace.com/
Blue Ridge Humane Society is holding a free pet food giveaway on Monday, November 9 from 9 am - 1 pm at the BRHS Adoption Center at 88 Centipede Lane, Hendersonville, NC. Supplies will be given out while they last, first come, first serve. Social distancing and protective measures will be taken by all staff and we ask the public to do the same (contact free, wear a mask, and keep a 6 foot distance).
Food will be distributed car-side, so all you need to do is pull up and we’ll direct you from there! Staff will get your info (zip code, number and type of pets), and place the food in your car trunk.
Canine Obesity is a Serious Problem
Did you know that 53 percent of dogs in America are obese? Canine obesity is a serious problem but it is generally caused by two simple factors: Your dog gets too many calories and/or your dog doesn't get enough exercise. Sounds familiar, doesn't it? It's the same problem some people have!
According to PetPlace, if your dog is overweight, it's time to create an "obesity management program." That isn't as hard to do as the name implies: It means collaborating with your vet to properly feed your dog and ensure adequate exercise. It's important that everyone in your household understand and agree to the program so you can maintain consistency.
Dogs follow the lead of their people -- and they know how to push your buttons! While you may think it is a nice treat to give your dog "people food," particularly around the holidays, it really isn't a good idea. Just like with people, that's when pups can pack on the pounds. In addition, even if your dog seems hungry (and some dogs always seem hungry) it's best to keep portion sizes appropriate. For most dogs, daily exercise is an important part of obesity management -- so you or someone in your household needs to make that commitment. You should also know that some dog breeds, such as labs and golden retrievers, are more likely to gain weight as they age than others.
Here's a helpful article about dog obesity causes and cures from PetMD.