Because we understand the devastating loss of a pet, we have added Pet Memorials to our line so that you may honor your beloved pet.

	Vermont Slate Pet Memorials 6 x 9 $34.95
	9 x 12 Vermont Slate Pet Memorial $43.95

Coping with Bereavement
by David the Dogman

When our dog dies we feel we have lost a relationship based on mutual trust, unconditional love and understanding.

Our dogs understand us better than our closest human companions, they read our body language and their sense of smell lets them know whether we are ill or indeed about to become ill. Unlike humans dogs do not have negative characteristics. They never betray us they do not talk about us behind our backs, never answer back.

Those who have shared a deep bond with their pet must expect to feel its loss very deeply and they will enter a grieving period. Common symptoms of grief include crying, feelings of anxiety and isolation. Loss of appetite and generally disinterested in life. It is not uncommon for physical symptoms to occur as well. Often just seeing other people with their pets can provoke the thought ‘ Why is that dog alive and mine isn’t?

These reactions and feelings are normal and a natural part of grieving. Once you can accept that your pet has gone forever you could well be able to get on with your life.

If you find it difficult to talk to someone about your pet it may help you to write about your pet and remember the happy times you had together, or just put down the words how you feel about your loss.

• Let yourself mourn your loss.
• Don’t fight the pain when it occurs.
• Take it into your heart and let it rest there with happy memories.
• Take your time. Grief can last for days, weeks, months or years.
• Share your emotions with someone.
• Face up to the fact that your dog will not return.
• Don’t be embarrassed about seeking professional help.
  
  

A new dog or cat

Sometime the loss of your beloved pet is so devastating that you are unable to contemplate having another pet. You just couldn’t face going through all the trauma again but you know you might have to one day. Some people replace their pet immediately, feeling that something is missing in their lives without a canine companion.

It is often wise to wait a little while before taking on a new dog or cat because you may in your grief, be trying to find a substitute for your pet. All dogs and cats have their own personality and you will not be able to stamp your old pets personality onto a new one. Some people feel they will not be able to love a new dog as much as their previous pet. If you feel this way you should not have another pet for a while.

Eventually as time passes, the pain of loosing your pet will heal. Then you may start to think of all the dogs in rescue centers waiting for new homes and may consider opening your home and heart to one of these.

Do not feel guilty or disloyal to the memory of your previous pet and give wholeheartedly to your new dog- he deserves it. He will bring happiness to your world.

Commitment, Firmness, but kindness.

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Do you have any problems with your pet? Then why not send your problem to DAVID THE DOGMAN. David is a Canine Behaviourist who works and lives in Marbella, Spain. Tel/Fax (00345) 2883388. His web site is located at: http://www.thedogman.net. David has his own radio and TV shows, and writes for many newspapers and magazines. David has been working with dogs for many years and started his career in Israel, working on the Border Police. He has been involved in all forms of training, including air sea rescue, air scent work, and has trained dogs for finding drugs. David has devoted the past 10 years to studying behaviour and the very passive approach. He does not use choke chains, check chains, or any form of aggression.

 

David The Dogman is available for private consultations in your home, for further details telephone; Tel; (95) 2883388

Page Highlights - An easy listing of what pet supplies will be found in each of our pages page. Click links in left column.

Greeting and Holiday Cards - A wide selection of greeting and holiday cards featuring your number one terror.....the yorkie!  Buy singles or in sets.

Pet Ramp and Pet Step - Avoid joint problems and accidents in toy breeds and large breeds  by choosing  from  our 7 sizes of pet steps or from 11 styles of pet ramps.

Doggles- Fashion sunglasses with UV protection for your dog. ILS Doggles and Ja-Lo style sunglasses.

Belly Bands- housetraining aids or boy diapers for your dog.

Yorkie Purse- Several GREAT looking yorkie purse for fashion fun! 

Pet Carriers and Sherpa Bags- pet travel supplies for your pets including  wheeled pet carriers (can double as a pet carseat), sherpa carriers, sherpa back pack and sherpa totes.

Pet Carseat and Pet Travel- A simple and inexpensive car harness, chose a pet carseat from five styles, or a wheeled pet carriers  (can double as a pet carseat) to ensure safe pet travel.

Agility Fun- An aglity starter kit for beginners, and practice equipment for those that are more serious.  No competitive agility equipment is found here.

Pet Pockets and Front Pouches- 6 styles of pet pockets, or pet front carriers to take your toy breeds with you. Also the Lumbar pac the pet hipster AND a pet bicyle basket!

Pet Beds - economy pet beds in several colors.  The well known Bowser Pet Bed for the more plush minded. Crate mats / nap mats, pet pillows and the luxery pet sofa bed.

Treats for Terrors-  Herbal Wafers, Jubilee Wafers with glucosamine, Smooches,  Wild Side Salmon Treats, nylabones, and smokey bones.

Pet Toy Box-  Wooden pet toy box in your choice of stain.  Add your pets name to personalize the pet toy box.

Toys for Terrors- Boingo Ball,  I Cube, plush toys with squeakers, and latex squeaker toys for your dogs. 

Flint River Ranch- quality kibble in  Lamb / Millet / Rice Dog food, Puppy Adult Kibble, and the new Fish and Chips (trout and sweet potato) All natural dog food.

Honest Kitchen- Embark, Force and Verve dehydrated dog foods.  Supplements include Sparkle, Invigor and Perfect Form. All natural dog food which is perfect for home and pet travel.

Ex Pens / Exercise Pens- 6 heights of ex pens including our most popular and hard to find 18" exercise pens. All by National Cage.  We also carry add on panels to extend your exercise pens, you will find add on roof and flooring for your ex pens too.

Pet Cages / pet crates- pop up dog tent, outward hound porta crate, and 14 sizes of (wire pens) pet crates, and puppy pens by National Cage.  Accessories include galzanized trays and crate carts to for easy moving of your pet cages. Multi Level Pens are popular with multiple dog owners.

Grooming-  Pet Clippers including the Arco Moser Mini Clipper and the Arco Moser Full Size Rechargeable Clipper.  For trimming ears and feet on toy breeds, we have the Wahl Pocket Pro and the Wahl Stylique Trimmers. You will also find Grooming bands / Top Knot Bands.

Yorkie Home Decor- Yorkie Bookends, Yorkie Statue, Yorkie Figurines, and Yorkie Plaques. Great for gift giving.

For the Yorkshire Terrier- Collar Cover Bandanas, and Character Yorkie food and water bowls.

Top Knot Bows- 28 styles of top knot bows and grooming bands, or top knot bands.

T-shirts and apparel- Long and short sleeve T-Shirts and sweatshirts too in 5 different designs.

Yorkie Notecards- 3 styles of blank notecards including a holiday card.

Yorkie Artprints- In paper prints, heat prints and digital fine art prints.  All featuring the yorkie of course.

Miscellaneous Gifts- Yorke bookmark, magnet, stickers, and mouse pads all with yorkie design.

Memorial and Keepsakes-  Slate pet memorials, caskets and urns..

Yorkie Weathervane / Signs- Custom yellow signs, and magnetic advertising signs for the car. Mailbox toppers, house signs, and yorkie weathervanes.