Bunny Roo Beagle - A fun dog site with dog treat recipes dog breed information and more

Thank you for visiting Bunny Roo Beagle! This website was inspired by my
rescue dog, Bunny Roo. Here you find dog adoption information, dog treat
recipes, animal news, fun stuff and so much more! So sit back, grab a dog (or
a cat) relax and enjoy! Woof!

Dog of the Week!
If you would like your dog to be Dog of the Week, please send a picture and short
description to: kathy@bunnyroobeagle.com - Click HERE to view the archive!

If you have not checked out Bunny Roo's Dog Treat Recipe
Pages yet.....what are you waiting for!? You will find easy to
make recipes for all types of cookes, muffins, cakes and
much more! Why not make your pooch a special home-made
treat this weekend? If you would like to contribute a
recipe...please do! Simply send an email to
recipes@bunnyroobeagle.com.

An aquarium is a great
way to provide countless
hours of entertainment for
your cat! If you own a cat,
you may want to consider
investing in a small fish
tank. Gazing at fish will
not only provide
entertainment for your
kitty, it can be beneficial
to you as well! Fish
gazing is a proven method
of relaxation, in fact,
getting lost in thought
while staring at an
aquarium can also help to
lower your blood pressure!
Of course, if you do get a
tank, make sure that the
fish are safe from cat
attacks. You wouldn't
want Nemo to become cat
chow!

Meet Mr. Furley, our Dog of the Week!
Mr. Furley is a one year old Beagle from
California. He is a very friendly pooch who
adores fuzzy socks! He is also a
magician who can escape from just about
any situation! Mr. Furley loves to chow
down on rawhide and any other food you
can think of. Thanks for being our Dog of
the Week, Mr. Furley. You are one smart
and adorable Beagle!

As many of you know by now, one month ago I adopted a Beagle named Penny. Penny is
approximately ten years old and was given up by her family. I am happy to report that Penny
is doing very well! She has some allergy issues but is on medication that is seems to be
helping. Penny is shy but quick to warm up to everyone that she meets. She LOVES to go for
long walks and of course, LOVES food! The only thing Penny is having trouble with is going
up the stairs. I'm sure a little bacon will fix that problem in no time! If you have room in your
heart and home, consider adopting an older dog...they are wonderful! Check back soon for
more Penny updates!

Congratulations to James
W! James and his Beagle
have won Bunny Roo
Beagle's Holiday
Give-Away! James will be
receiving an E-Gift
Certificate from PetSmart.
Thanks to everyone that
entered! Be on the look-out
for more contests!

I would like to take a minute to remember Bobby...a dog that went over
the rainbow bridge way too soon. Bobby was a Jack Russell Terrier mix
and was full of personality! He was loved by his family and will forever be
missed. Goodbye Bobby...you will live in the hearts of many forever!

Most, if not all, sugarless gums on the market today contain an artificial
sweetner called Xylitol. While this ingredient makes gum taste good
without adding unwanted calories, it is toxic to dogs and should be kept
out of their reach at all times! Xylitol can be found in several well known
brands such as Trident, Orbitz and Ice Breakers. If ingested by your dog,
one pack of gum containing Xylitol can cause serious health problems or
even death! So play it safe and no matter how much Fido begs, let him
know that his bubble blowing days are over and keep the gum out of his
reach! On a side note, Xylitol is also known to cause diarreah in adults.
Take it from someone that knows....Xylitol is NOT nice...to either humans
or canines!

This year, why not make a resolution to help at least one homeless dog.
There are MANY ways you can help! Volunteer at an animal shelter, donate
some money, become a foster parent, or donate food and toys to a local
rescue group. Helping a homeless animal does not have to take a lot of time
or cost a lot of money. YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

If you were stuck on a desert
island would you rather have
your pooch or your partner by
your side? According to a poll
by PetPlan (a pet insurance
company) more than
two-thirds of respondents
preferred their dog! Now that
is INTERESTING!!

Well of course they do!
Just like human beings,
a dog�s belly button
marks the place where
the umbilical cord was
attached while in the
womb. A dog�s belly
button is located in the
center of his or her body
at the bottom of the rib
cage.

The cold Winter months can be tough on your senior dog.
If you have an elderly dog that suffers from arthritis or joint
problems consider wrapping him in warm towels when
you come home from a cold walk! Simply throw some old
towels into the dryer for a few minutes and then wrap
them around your old friend's torso and legs. Trust me, he
will appreciate this...and he will feel better too! Keep your
old friend happy, healthy and comfortable...especially
when it is cold outside!

If your dog smells and you just don�t have the time to give him a
bath....don�t worry! Simply sprinkle your pup with baking soda
and gently rub it into his coat. Baking soda works wonders! It will
absorb the bad odors lurking in your dog�s fur and will have him
smelling fresh and clean in a matter of minutes! Of course, when
you do have the time, give your pup a proper bath.

This year, my dog Kiwi participated in a Secret Santa Dog Gift Exchange that was sponsored
by an online group within the Dogster community. For those of you that don�t know, Dogster is
a wonderful website...kind of like My Space for dogs! It is full of dog information, fun facts and
of course, great dogs! I have met MANY wonderful people through Dogster...people that truly
understand what it means to love and cherish their beloved pets.

Dogs from all over the world exchanged gifts and Kiwi was lucky enough to be part of the
festivities! She sent a gift to Sugar in Iowa and in return, received a gift from Dolly and her
family in Florida. Crazy....ok, maybe a little.....but so much fun! Thank you again to Dolly and
her family for the wonderful gifts that Kiwi received. She loves them! Until next
Christmas....Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

Just like humans, dogs occasionally suffer from an upset stomach. Common
symptoms of stomach upset in dogs include vomiting and diarrhea. To treat
your pup's upset tummy, try serving your dog small portions of cooked chicken
and plain rice. A bland diet can do wonders and your dog will really enjoy it!
Other bland foods to consider are Cream of Wheat Cereal and cottage cheese.
If your dog doesn't get better within a few days or if his vomit and or excrement
include blood or undigested food seek veterinary assistance as soon as
possible. Here's to your dog's health! Woof!

The Vizsla is a lean, muscular, medium
size dog. They are golden rust in color and
have long, thin ears that are rounded at the
ends. They are 21 to 24 inches in height,
weigh 50 to 65 pounds and live
approximately 12 to 14 years!

The Vizsla is a working dog whose original purpose was hunting, pointing and retrieving game.
Though originally bred to hunt, their friendly, out-going, and affectionate nature has turned
them into popular, loving, family companions.

The Vizsla is not a dog who likes to be alone. They desire to be close to their �people� at all
times and they also need a LOT of exercise! Daily exercise which includes free, off-leash
running will allow this breed to burn off energy and stay healthy and happy. The Vizsla is not
the breed for you if you consider yourself to be a couch potato! If not exercised enough, this
breed can become bored and possibly destructive (say goodbye to your favorite pair of shoes!).

Eager to please, the Vizsla responds well to firm, patient and positive training. This breed can
be very sensitive, therefore, does not respond well to loud or harsh training techniques.
Patience and kindness go far when training this intelligent dog.

If properly socialized as a puppy, the Vizsla gets along very well with other animals. However,
it is important to note that due to his hunting background, this breed will often chase smaller
animals. If you have small dogs, cats or other pets (such as rabbits) you may want to keep
this fact in mind.

The Vizsla�s coat is smooth, short and
golden rust in color. It requires minimal care.
A good brushing once a week should do the
trick! They are generally healthy dogs,
however, they can suffer from hip dysplasia
and certain blood disorders.

If you are an active individual who enjoys
exercise such as walking a hiking, then
the Vizla may be the dog for you! This
affectionate, loving, friendly and beautiful
breed is perfect for out-going individuals
who love their dogs and have plenty of time
to train and properly exercise them.

Though the Vizla can be clingy and demanding, they are very intelligent dogs...willing to
please their owners. If you would like more information about this gorgeous breed, please visit:
The American Kennel Club. To find out more about adopting one of these beautiful dogs,
please visit: Vizsla Rescue Contacts

Five Cups of Unbleached Flour
One Jar of Applesauce (25 ounces - All
Natural)
2 Cups of Oatmeal - Uncooked
3 Tablespoons of Cinnamon
� Cup of All-Natural Peanut Butter
2 Tablespoons of Vegetable Oil
2 Tablespoons of Honey
1 Egg
1/4 Cup of Milk

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. In a large
bowl combine flour and oatmeal, blend.
Next add peanut butter, applesauce, oil,
honey and cinnamon. Mix well. Roll dough
on a flat surface (about 1/4 inch thick).
Using a cookie cutter, cut out shapes and
place on an un-greased baking sheet. Use
any shape cookie cutter that you wish...I
used a poodle! Next combine milk and egg
in a small bowl.

Mix well. Brush tops of cookie with the milk & egg mixture (this will add a bit of flavor and a
nice shine!). Bake cookies for approximately 30 to 40 minutes. Let cool before serving.
Store extra cookies in an air-tight container. Makes approximately five dozen treats!
Yummy!