Silver Canyon Dog Training, LLC

This week we had a S.T.A
R Puppy and a Trick Dog novice ! Bandit tested at Lowes, Lizzie tested at Home Depot. We always test in public places to make sure the dogs can pay attention to their owners while in an environment full of distractions.
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Autumn went training at the southpoint today! We went up to the equestrian center to see the mounted shooters compete. She did fantastic with all the new smells, horses, and sounds of gunfire. I love being able to expose dogs to everything I possibly can when I train!
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Autumn loves to go to Bass Pro shop! Training here is great for so many things- new smells, sights, elevators, stairs, taxidermy, and of course, socialization.
Reach out to me today to have some fun adventures with training!
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Bullet is showing me where the treats are! I always like to train with positive reinforcement. I want the dog to enjoy what we're learning and get rewarded for a job well done! Call or text me today to start training!
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10 Dog Breeds That Can’t Tolerate the Summer Heat It’s important to keep all dogs cool in the summer, but some breeds are more susceptible to heat and humidity. Here are 10 dog breeds that can’t tolerate summer heat.

Lizzie is a newcomer to SCDT, isn't she gorgeous?? English setters are highly intelligent gun dogs that need a lot of mental stimulation. She's currently working on her AKC Trick Dog titles, we're having so much fun!
Contact me today to learn more about the Trick Dog program!
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How to Stop Nuisance Dog Barking Dogs are bound to bark, but excessive dog barking can become an annoying problem. Learn tips to help control and curb nuisance barking behavior.

Bandit is new to the SCDT family! A fast learner, this pup is so much fun to teach new things to! Call me today if you want to start training!
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Congratulations Ritter! Canine Good Citizen! 👏👏👏
Want to know more about CGC? I am an AKC Certified evaluator! Let's have some fun while training together!
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Do Dogs Need Sunscreen? Just like people, dogs are prone to sunburn and other diseases associated with UV exposure. Here's what you should know about dog sunscreen and dog sunburn.

THE MOST DANGEROUS PET CHEW EVER: RAWHIDE!

How can one of the most popular chew sticks on the planet be so dangerous for your pets, you ask? I mean, most dogs chew on rawhide for hours on end, and not only does it keep them busy, but they seem to last forever.

Well if you understood what it took to make this toxic “raw” leather stick, you would quickly understand what the problem is.

Aside from the horror stories circulating all over social media these days, of pets needing emergency surgery after consuming rawhide, the majority of pet parents today, especially the newbies, believe that this chew is some sort of dried up meat stick. Let me debunk that myth right away!

A rawhide stick is not the by-product of the beef industry nor is it made of dehydrated meat. Rather, rawhide is the by-product of the “Leather Industry”, so theoretically it is a leather chew. Sounds awesome, right?

“Producing rawhide begins with the splitting of an animal hide, usually from cattle. The top grain is generally tanned and made into leather products, while the inner portion, in its “raw” state, goes to the dogs.” TheBark.com

So, how does this leather, which is conveniently rolled up into pretty shapes, actually get made into those rawhide chews?

Follow along my friends and I will enlighten you on how this hide travels through a leathery process where it transforms from hide to a not-so beautiful, colorful, chew stick. Here is a paraphrased tutorial that was explained by the whole dog journal several years back:

STEP 1: Normally, cattle hides are shipped from slaughterhouses to tanneries for processing. These hides are then treated with a chemical bath to help “preserve” the product during transport to help prevent spoilage.

(No one wants to purchase a black, spoiled rawhide stick!)

Once at the tannery: the hides are soaked and treated with either an ash-lye solution or a highly toxic recipe of sodium sulphide liming. This process will help strip the hair and fat that maybe attached to the hides themselves.

(No, no one wants to see a hairy hide…)

Next on this glorious journey, these hides are then treated with chemicals that help “puff” the hide, making it easier to split into layers.

The outer layer of the hide is used for goods like car seats, clothing, shoes, purses, etc. But, it’s the inner layer that is needed to make the rawhide. (Oh and other things like gelatin, cosmetics, and glue as well!)

STEP 2: Now that we have the inner layer of the hide, it’s time to go to the post-tannery stage! Hides are washed and whitened using a solution of hydrogen peroxide and/or bleach; this will also help remove the smell of the rotten or putrid leather. Bonus!
(Research also shows that other chemicals maybe used here to help the whitening process if the bleach isn’t strong enough.)

STEP 3: Now it’s time to make these whitened sheets of this “leathery by-product” look delicious! So, here is where the artistic painting process comes in.

“Basted, smoked, and decoratively tinted products might be any color (or odor) underneath the coating of (often artificial) dyes and flavors. They can even be painted with a coating of titanium oxide to make them appear white and pretty on the pet store shelves.” - whole-dog-journal.com

“…the Material Safety Data Sheet reveals a toxic confection containing the carcinogen FD&C Red 40, along with preservatives like sodium benzoate. But tracking the effects of chemical exposure is nearly impossible when it’s a matter of slow, low-dose poisoning.”– thebark.com

Ok, now that these hides have been painted, it’s time for the final process.

STEP 4: Getting it to last forever!

Because the FDA does not consider these chews to be food, really it’s a free for all when it comes to the manufacturers of these leather strips, and the products they may want to add to these chews, to get them to last forever. Any sort of glue can be added here to get these bad boys to never come apart.

When tested: Lead, arsenic, mercury, chromium salts, formaldehyde, and other toxic chemicals have been detected in raw hides. So it’s safe to say that any sort of glues can be used as well!

Finally, it’s time to package and attach all the glorious marketing labels to the product.

Check out the fine print warning that’s attached with some of these rawhides:
“Choking or blockages. If your dog swallows large pieces of rawhide, the rawhide can get stuck in the esophagus or other parts of the digestive tract. Sometimes, abdominal surgery is needed to remove them from the stomach or intestines. If it isn’t resolved, a blockage can lead to death.“

(Oh, how lovely…)

And there it is! It’s now ready to be shipped to store shelves where it can be purchased for our loving animal companions.

How do proactive veterinarians feel about these chews?

Here is world-renowned veterinarian Dr. Karen Becker's take on the matter:

“The name ‘rawhide’ is technically incorrect. A more accurate name would be processed-hide, because the skin isn’t raw at all. But the term “rawhide” has stuck.

Rawhide chews start out hard, but as your dog works the chew it becomes softer, and eventually he can unknot the knots on each end and the chew takes on the consistency of a slimy piece of taffy or bubble gum. And by that time your dog cannot stop working it -- it becomes almost addictive.

At this point, there’s no longer any dental benefit to the chew because it has turned soft and gooey, and, in fact, it has become a choking and intestinal obstruction hazard.“

P.S. Ready for the jaw dropper?

An investigation by Humane Society International stated in their report, “In a particularly grisly twist, the skins of brutally slaughtered dogs in Thailand are mixed with other bits of skin to produce rawhide chew toys for pet dogs. Manufacturers told investigators that these chew toys are regularly exported to and sold in U.S. stores.” – dogingtonpost.com

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"An educated, informed and well-researched community of pet owners can only put more pressure on the pet food industry to be better! When pet owners know better, they will only do better!"

Why Dogs Bark at Nothing and How to Get Them to Stop Every dog owner knows the drill: the house is quiet, and suddenly, your dog starts barking at what seems to be thin air. Is it ghosts, a sixth sense, or just a quirky canine habit? Before you start a paranormal investigation, consider that your dog’s barking at Nothing: Dogs bark at “nothing” ...

Bellini practicing "Leave it". Don't worry! She got better treats for leaving this one!
Leave it is an important command; it keeps your pup from going near or picking up objects that could be dangerous.
If you're ready to start training, call or text me! Currently taking new clients for July & August!
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Congratulations to mochi on completing Trick Dog Advanced!
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With the approaching hot weather us dog guardians need to be really mindful of the affect of the heat on our dogs bodies.

Heatstroke can kill so it’s important to know the signs. Thanks to Vets Now for this great infographic!

Let's talk about this photo. It's cute, except it's not. I see a dog who cannot get up without telling the child to get off. How do you think a dog is going to do that?

The 7 Golden Toddler Dog Rules:
#1: If a dog walks away from you, you DO NOT FOLLOW.
#2: Always leave room for the dog to walk away from you.
---that right there is 90+% of dog bites eliminated---
#3: We do not climb on the dog.
#4: We do not grab or pull on the dog.
#5: We do not hit or throw anything at the dog.
#6: We do not touch the dog's food.
#7: We do not go into the dog's kennel.

I promise these are not overly difficult concepts for littles, nor will they rob a kid of their bond with the family dog. It will deepen that bond, while keeping everyone safe.

"Oh, it looks like Moose is walking away from you. She is saying she wants a break. Let's play with this instead!"

"It's Moose's dinner time! Let's give her space to enjoy her yummies."

"That is Moose's room(kennel) and only she is allowed to go in there."

"If Moose wanted a break, could she walk away from you right now? No she really couldn't. Let's move away from the play house. You can keep playing but now she can leave when she wants a break."

In conclusion, ***parent your child or your dog will do it for you, and you will not like how they do it.***

Please invest in shoes for your dog!

Summer is here folks!!! Please remember how hot the ground can be when walking your pups!

Autumn got to go to Bass Pro shop yesterday this girl is so confident and friendly!
Does your dog need to build confidence or social skills? Contact me today! I am currently taking clients for July and August! (702)352-8092

Should You Shave Your Dog in the Summer? Don't shave your dog, as it might make them hotter in summer and creates health risks. Instead, try these grooming and safety tips to keep them cool.

Isn't Yipee adorable??! He loves to learn new things! Are you ready to teach your pup some fun tricks, or maybe they just need a refresher on manners? Contact me today to get started!
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Bullet and Tootsie are all ears when it comes to their training!
If you're ready to enroll, nows the time! I'm accepting new clients for July and August!
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Time for summer!!
I'm taking new Clients for July & August, can you believe how fast this year is going by?! Make sure you get on the schedule before summer disappears!
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Heat warning for Vegas! Be sure to keep your dogs cool!

Southern Nevada on alert: Extreme heat 10-15 degrees above normal Triple-digit temperatures are expected to hit southern Nevada this week, with the hottest day predicted to be Thursday, June 6, when the valley’s temperature of 111 degrees is expected, and a…