How to stop your dog from biting, chewing, barking,and anxiety

CHEWING

1. Rule out medical problems. The first step is to make sure that your puppy does not have any serious medical problems. Nutritional deficiencies caused by poor diet and/or intestinal parasitism can lead to pica which may be misconstrued as inappropriate chewing. Gastrointestinal problems may cause nausea which can trigger chewing as a coping mechanism. Therefore it is important to make an appointment with your veterinarian to rule out an underlying medical condition that may be causing or contributing to the dog chewing.

2. Puppy proofing. Look around your environment for possible dangers to your inquisitive puppy. Place household cleaners and chemicals out of reach along with potentially toxic plants. Electrical cords should be covered or mad inaccessible to prevent chewing on them resulting in electrocution. Remove objects of curiosity that might appeal to your puppy such as shoes and socks, children’s toys and the like. Block access to rooms that have not been puppy proofed and consider crate training your dog for the times when he cannot be supervised.

3. Encourage appropriate chewing. Provide appropriate chew toys for your dog to enjoy. Each dog will have their own personal preference as to what they prefer to chew and play with. Be careful with rawhide and beef bones as determined chewers can whittle them down to smaller pieces that can be swallowed. They can end up becoming lodged in the esophagus or small intestine so supervision is recommended when giving these treats and be sure to take away any small pieces that might be swallowed. Avoid chicken bones since they splinter easily creating sharp fragments that can easily puncture your dog’s gastrointestinal tract. I prefer nylabones, greenies and dental chewsticks since they encourage appropriate chewing while combating dental disease. Dog toys such as balls and kongs may appeal to your dog, just be sure to select a size that is appropriate for your dog. They should be able to pick it up and carry it but it should be of sufficient bulk that it cannot be swallowed. If you buy your dog a kong type toy check, make sure the hole in the toy is not so big that the dog can get his lower jaw stuck in it.I have seen several emergency cases where a dog comes in with a toy stuck in his mouth. Do not give toys that resemble inappropriate items; for example do not give your dog an old shoe to chew on because he will not know the difference between the old chew shoe and a brand new pair.

4. Discourage inappropriate chewing. By following step two you will have already minimized the amount of mischief your young dog can get into. If you do find your dog chewing on something inappropriate correct the dog by taking the object away and scolding him. Direct his attentions to an appropriate chew object and give praise when he chews on said object. Gradually, your dog will learn what objects are his and which are not. Sometimes it can be difficult to discourage chewing if the pattern is already established. Taste deterrents such as bitter apple can applied to the object, the noxious taste will hopefully deter the determined chewer and he will learn to leave the object alone.

5. Engage in playtime with your dog. A tired dog is a good dog! Spend time playing and exercising with your dog on a regular basis. This not only reinforces the human-animal bond but expends energy that your dog might be otherwise directed to inappropriate chewing and behaviors.

BITING

1. Dog Possessiveness. Protection of property is a common issue and “property” in this case can be anything from toy, food, territory or even a human being. Guard dogs and herding breeds tend to be the worst offenders but this behavior can arise in any dog. Start training early to minimize this kind of possessive behavior. Teaching the “Leave it” command works well in preventing toy aggression. Food aggression can be avoided by teaching your dog to wait while you put their food down. Teach them to sit or lie down and then remove their food and then put it back. Approach the food bowl and occasionally add treats to the food so they understand that someone approaching the bowl is not a bad thing. Teach children not to bother dogs that are eating or enjoying a treat such as a bone.

2. Dog fear. Fear is usually directed towards strangers such as veterinarians and postal workers or in unfamiliar situations. Never approach an unfamiliar dog and teach your children to do the same. Fear bites can occur when a dog is startled at home therefore teach children never to sneak up on a dog or bother a sleeping dog. Early socialization is important so that the young dog is exposed to many different people, animals and situations minimizing the risk of a phobia developing. For example, make your first visit to the vet a simple social visit to get a feel for the clinic and meet the veterinary staff. Leave some treats and a note in the mailbox asking your postal worker to give a treat to your puppy.

3. Dog Pain. Pain can cause the friendliest dog to bite. If your dog has hip dysplasia, severe otitis or any chronic injury, instruct your children to stay away from the sore areas and be gentle handling the dog. If your dog becomes snippy for no reason consider pain as a possible cause and schedule an appointment with your regular veterinarian for a physical.

4. Maternal Instincts. The most well trained dog can become a biter when she has puppies. Be aware of and respect the maternal instinct around a bitch that has whelped recently. Teach children not to approach a young puppy around the mother and use caution yourself when handling puppies. Make sure the mother and puppies have a place where they can feel safe with minimal distraction.

5. Prey Drive. Another instinct to be aware of and is sometimes triggered by running or cycling past a dog resulting in a chase. Be aware of your environment if you are jogging or cycling and if you see a roaming dog try to avoid crossing paths. If a dog does give chase then the best things to do is stop moving and stand tall facing the dog. Be aware of the dog but do not make eye contact which can be seen as a challenge by the dog. They may come up and sniff you but will eventually find you uninteresting and move on to find something else. If a dog knocks you over then curl up in a ball protecting your face hands and neck and be still. Teach children to do the same and set up a mock “stray dog” drill.

Dog Bite Warning Signs

Knowing the common triggers that cause dog bites will empower you to avoid these situations. Dog bites are always preceded by behavior that an astute observer can use as a warning and then take steps to reduce the dog’s stress or fear. Ears are typically pinned back, the fur along their back may stand up and you may be able to see the whites of their eyes. Yawning is not an attempt by the dog to appear casual but to show off their teeth and should be considered a warning sign as well. Non-social “stand-offish” behavior such as freezing in response to a touch or look followed by direct intense eye contact back from the dog is another clear sign that he may bite.

Dog Bite Prevention

Dog bite prevention begins at home with your own dog by being a responsible dog owner. If you do not intend to breed your dog then having them spayed or neutered will help decrease the risk of bite related behaviors. exercise and play with your dog on a regular basis to reinforce the human-animal bond and to expend excess energy that might otherwise be directed towards nervous energy. However, avoid aggressive games such as wrestling and tug of war which can lead to dominance issues. Train your dog well, they should know the basic commands such as sit, stay, come and leave it. Don’t allow your dog to roam free where they can be a danger to other people. Do try to socialize your dog and expose him to many different people and situations but take care not to overwhelm him. Keep your vaccinations up to date for a worst case scenario. In most states a dog can be destroyed if they bite someone and they are not up to date on vaccines. Seek professional help from your veterinarian if your dog shows any signs of aggression. If you have children take the time to educate them on how to act around dogs, what to watch for and what to do if a dog attacks.

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They Can Hack More Than Your Computer

1. Your Front Door: Electronic keypads and wireless remote security systems were once only for businesses. Now there are innumerable home electronic security systems, such as Schlage Link, but if they aren't installed correctly, they can make your home more vulnerable to technically adept thieves. Hackers can lift the code, for example, from a stolen smartphone or intercept the wireless signal when you open the door so that they can return later and empty your house. Prevention tip: Make sure you use a strong password to secure your phone, and that any wireless lock system is set to use the strongest encryption setting.

2.  Medical Implants: A researcher at this past summer's Black Hat hacker convention in Las Vegas demonstrated how he could hack into the wireless signals put out by automatic insulin pumps implanted into human bodies. Three years ago, another team discovered how to turn off a pacemaker by remote control, and companies are now developing wearable "shields" to prevent hacker-induced heart attacks. Garage

3. Door Openers: Don't ever leave the door to your garage unlocked. There are dozens of videos on YouTube showing how to hack garage door openers. Some methods use wires, others simply run through common garage-door codes using smartphones. Poof! Your garage door's open, and anyone can just walk in.

4. Kid-Tracking Devices: There are several tiny GPS devices now on the market designed to help parents keep track of their kids, either by hiding the gadgets in the family car or tossing them into a backpack. Unfortunately, many of these devices don't have all the security features they should. For example, researchers have demonstrated how to hack into Zoombaks, one common brand of GPS tracking device, to follow Zoombak users. (Zoombak has since patched the software that allowed this.)

5. Cars: As more cars become connected to smartphones and wireless data networks, they present new challenges for automakers and new opportunities for crooks. A Nissan Leaf owner, for example, recently discovered that he could track a car's position and speed using a simple Web-based data-feed program. Researchers at iSec Partners have demonstrated how cars with OnStar-like remote start and unlock features that rely on cellular networks can be broken into using a laptop and a technique known as "war texting." 

6. Landline Voicemail: The phone-hacking scandal in the U.K. should remind us how easily most cellular carrier's voicemail systems can be accessed. Unfortunately, landline number voicemail systems work the same way. Many providers use a common set of dial-in numbers for voicemail, and many users leave the default password in place or chose a password that's easy to remember — and easy to hack — such as a birthday or a pet's name. If yours is still on the default password, change it

7.  Old Baby Monitors: That second-hand baby monitor may not be such a bargain after all. Security experts used to make a habit of demonstrating how they could tap into the video and audio feeds of numerous nanny cams while driving through suburban neighborhoods. New models use channel-hopping or Wi-Fi connections to defeat such simple eavesdropping.

8.  Portable Game Players: Some older consumer electronics devices, such as the original Nintendo DS and the Nintendo DS Lite, will only work with the older, insecure WEP encryption standard in order to access a Wi-Fi network. (All Wi-Fi users should be using the WPA standard instead.) Check around your house — that hand-me-down game player may be offering hackers an open door to your network. Hands-Free

9. Bluetooth Car Kits: Bluetooth is ubiquitous among headsets, and a hands-free headset is a good way for drivers to stay within the law in many states. However, Finland-based Codenomicon Defensics, a security testing firm, warns that many Bluetooth devices are easily hacked. Users also often leave phones and other devices vulnerable by failing to change the default device-pairing passwords (such as "0000" or "1234"); be sure to change yours.

10.  Traffic Lights: Believe or not, you can make a red light change to green. Police, fire and emergency vehicles have infrared transmitters that communicate with receivers on traffic lights to do just that. Home versions of such transmitters can be built with a little technical know-how, but a federal law forbids their unauthorized use.

There are Free Lawyers for Animals

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For more than three decades, the Animal Legal Defense Fund has been fighting to protect the lives and advance the interests of animals through the legal system. Founded in 1979 by attorneys active in shaping the emerging field of animal law, ALDF has blazed the trail for stronger enforcement of anti-cruelty laws and more humane treatment of animals in every corner of American life. Today, ALDF’s groundbreaking efforts to push the U.S. legal system to end the suffering of abused animals are supported by hundreds of dedicated attorneys and more than 100,000 members. Every day, ALDF works to protect animals by: 

• Filing groundbreaking lawsuits to stop animal abuse and expand the boundaries of animal law.
• Providing free legal assistance to prosecutors handling cruelty cases.
• Working to strengthen state anti-cruelty statutes.
• Encouraging the federal government to enforce existing animal protection laws.
• Nurturing the future of animal law through Student Animal Legal Defense Fund chapters and our Animal Law Program.
• Providing public education through seminars, workshops and other outreach efforts.

In addition to our national headquarters in the San Francisco Bay Area, the Animal Legal Defense Fund maintains an office in Portland, Oregon.

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Since the very beginning, cutting-edge lawsuits have been at the heart of ALDF’s work to protect the lives of animals. ALDF has been at the forefront for almost three decades, pushing government agencies to do their jobs to protect animals and shining a national spotlight on issues like factory farming and dissection in schools.

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100 ways to help rescue animals

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 100 Ways To Help Animal Rescue

AnimalTalk Comments: No more excuses for not helping animal rescue ---
especially the "I don't know how I can help" one. While the list below
specifically addresses dog rescue, most of the items on it are equally
applicable to cat rescue (and other species also). It's a long list, & there are some really good ideas on it that might not normally come to mind. Take a look --- and PLEASE lend a hand. The animals need YOU.

For anyone out there who might have wanted to help rescue but just
weren't sure how. We're not asking for these things. These are just some suggestions.
Can you...
1. Transport a dog?
2. Donate a dog bed or towels or other *bedding* type items?**
3. Donate MONEY?
4. Donate a Kong? A nylabone? A Hercules?
5. Donate a crate?
6. Donate an x-pen or baby gates?
7. Donate a food dish or a stainless bucket for a crate?
8. Donate a leash?
9. Donate a collar?
10. Donate some treats or a bag of food?
11. Donate a halti or promise collar or a gentle leader?
12. Walk a dog?
13. Groom a dog?
14. Donate some grooming supplies (shampoos, combs, brushes, etc.)?
15. Go to the local shelter & see if that dog is the breed the shelter
says
it is or go with rescue to be a second opinion on the dog?
16. Make a few phone calls?
17. Mail out applications to people who've requested them?
18. Provide local vet clinics w/contact info for educational matls on
responsible pet ownership?
19. Drive a dog to and from vet appointments?
20. Donate long distance calling cards?
21. Donate the use of your scanner or digital camera?
22. Donate the use of a photocopier?
23. Attend public education days & try to educate people on responsible pet ownership?
24. Donate a gift certificate to a pet store?
25. Donate a raffle item if your club is holding a fund raiser?
26. Donate flea stuff (Advantage, etc.)?
27. Donate HW pills?
28. Donate a canine first aid kit?
29. Provide a shoulder to cry on when the rescue person is overwhelmed?
30. Pay the boarding fees to board a dog for a week? Two weeks?
31. Be a Santi-paws foster to give the foster a break for a few hours
or days?
32. Clip coupons for dog food or treats?
33. Bake some homemade doggie biscuits?
34. Make book purchases through Amazon via a web site that contributes
commissions earned to a rescue group?
35. Host rescue photos with an information link on your website?
36. Donate time to take good photos of foster dogs for adoption flyers, etc.?
37. Conduct a home visit or accompany a rescue person on the home
visit?
38. Go with rescue person to the vet to help if there is more than one dog?
39. Have a yard sale and donate the money to rescue?
40. Be volunteer to do rescue in your area?
41. Take advantage of a promotion on the web or store offering a free
ID tag & instead of getting it for your own dog, have the tag inscribed with your Club's name & ph # to contact?
42. Talk to all your friends about adopting and fostering rescue dogs?
43. Donate vet services or donate a spay or neuter each year or some
vaccinations?
44. Interview vets to encourage them to offer discounts to rescues?
45. Write a column for your local newspaper or club newsletter on dogs on dogs currently looking for homes or ways to help rescue?
46. Take photos of dogs available for adoption for use by the Club?
47. Maintain web sites listing/showing dogs available?
48. Help organize and run fundraising events?
49. Help maintain paperwork files associated with each dog or enter
info into a database?
50. Tattoo a rescued dog?
51. Microchip a rescued dog?
52. Loan your carpet steamcleaner to someone who fostered a dog that
was sick or marked in the house?
53. Donate a bottle of bleach or other cleaning products?
54. Donate or loan a portable dog run to someone who doesn't have a
quarantine area for quarantining a dog that has an unknown vaccination
history and has been in a shelter?
55. Drive fosters' children to an activity so the foster can take the
dog to obedience class?
56. Use your video camera to film a rescue dog in action?
57. Pay the cost of taking a dog to obedience class?
58. Be the one to take the dog to its obedience class?
59. Go to the foster home once a wk with your children & dogs to help
socialize the dog?
60. Help the foster clean up the yard (yes, we also have to scoop what foster dogs poop)
61. Offer to test the foster dog with cats?
62. Pay for the dog to be groomed or take the dog to a *Do It Yourself* Grooming Place?
63. Bring the foster take out so the foster doesn't have to cook
dinner?
64. Pay house-cleaning service to do spring cleaning for someone who
fosters dogs?
65. Lend your artistic talents to your club's newsletter, fundraising
ideas, t-shirt designs?
66. Donate printer paper, envelopes and stamps to your club?
67. Go with a rescue person to the vet if a foster dog needs to be
euthanized?
68. Go to local shelters & meet w/shelter staff abt how to identify
your breed or provide photos & breed info showing the different types of that breed may come in & the different color combinations?
69. Go to local businesses and solicit donations for a club's
fundraising event?
70. Offer to try and help owners be better pet owners by holding a
grooming seminar?
71. Help pet owners be better pet owners by being avail to answer
training
questions?
72. Loan a crate if a dog needs to travel by air?
73. Put together an Owner's Manual* for those who adopt rescued dogs of your breed?
74. Provide post-adoption follow up or support?
75. Donate a coupon for a free car wash or gas or inside cleaning of a
vehicle?
76. Pay for an ad in your local/metropolitan paper to help place rescue dogs?
77. Volunteer to screen calls for that ad?
78. Get some friends together to build/repair pens for a foster home?
79. Microchip your own pups if you are a breeder, and register the
chips, so if your dogs ever come into rescue, you can be contacted to take responsibility for your pup?
80. Donate a small percentage of the sale of each pup to rescue if you are a breeder?
81. Buy two of those really neat dog-items you "have to have" and
donate one to Rescue?
82. Make financial arrangements in your will to cover the cost of
caring for your dogs after you are gone - so Rescue won't have to?
83. Make a bequest in your will to your local or national Rescue?
84. Donate your professional services as an accountant or lawyer?
85. Donate other services if you run your own business?
86. Donate the use of a vehicle if you own a car dealership?
87. Loan your cell phone (and cover costs for any calls) to s/one
driving a rescued dog?
88. Donate your *used* dog dryer when you get a new one?
89. Let rescue know when you'll be flying & you'd be willing to be a
rescue dog's escort?
90. Donate a doggy seatbelt?
91. Donate a grid for a van or other vehicle?
92. Organize a rescued dog picnic or other event to reunite rescued
dogs that have been placed?
93. Donate other types of doggy toys that might be safe for rescued
dogs?
94. Donate a roll-a-treat or Buster cube?
95. Donate clickers or a video on clicker training?
96. Donate materials for a quarantine area at a fosters home?
97. Donate sheets of linoleum or other flooring matls to put under
crates to protect fosters floor?
98. Donate an engraving tool to make ID tags for each of the rescued
dogs?
99. Remember that rescuing a dog involves the effort and time of many
people and make yourself available on an emergency basis to do *whatever* is needed?
100. Do something not listed above to help rescue?
**gently-used dog equipment is always welcomed.


Every animal shelter needs you, Please give to your local shelter.

How to train your cat

Why Do We Train Cats?

Why do we train cats? Training cats is usually done for one of four reasons:

• To housebreak the cat
• To tame a feral cat
• To correct objectionable (bad) behavior developed in the cat
• To make the cat perform

Each reason is valid in its' context.


Housebreaking includes litter box, sleeping arrangements, counters and furniture, scratching posts, other pets and family members, feeding times. 

Usually, a kitten learns the acceptable behaviors "by osmosis" as it grows up in the home. Most people have little difficulty with this. However; when you adopt an adult cat, your cat has different house rules than you do; and this cause friction. The cat must be retrained.

A Feral Cat must be tamed before housebreaking can occur. Taming a feral cat includes developing trust. This is not the easiest thing to do after a cat has been trapped, altered and given vaccinations. The poor thing is probably delirious with fear. Patience is the key. Let the cat lead this dance. If you plan to tame the cat, do not let it loose again after the trapping and vet visit. The cat will not be taken in again.

Correcting Objectionable Behavior calls into play a lot of training and behavioral scienceknowledge. Operant Conditioning is outlined and discussed. Each behavior needs to be addressed separately, and the measures used to correct one behavior may exacerbate another. The specifics of this are discussed. Clicker training is promoted, as this is the easiest way to train your cat. However, not all cats respond positively to the clicker, and you can ask the Cat Whisperer for help with these cats.

Training to Perform is a simple cycle of the task or trick, mark, reward and repeat. The hardest part is getting the cat to do the behavior the first time. The more often you associate the word or action on your part with the action desired from the cat, the more ingrained the behavior will be. Read the Operant Conditioning page for more information.

Occasionally, we all need a less expensive or more expedient item to discipline our cats. Also, not everyone wants to be a full-time cat trainer. So, in response to this, here are some ideas and tools you can use.

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Basic Cat Training

Every pet owner knows that if you and your pet have the same rules, the household is much happier. For this, we use basic cat training. For instance, is there a place you do not want your cats? Perhaps the kitchen counter? What about those plants that could be harmful to your cat?So, to help with getting the rules straight for everyone, here are some ideas:

• Decide where your cat is definately not allowed to be.
• Obstacles. Use items that will disturb the stealth qualities your cat naturally exhibits, like a stack of empty soda cans around a plant or bells hung from the lower limbs and leaves. By breaking your cat's concentration and making a noise, these measures can be quite effective.
• Deterrents. Use things that are unpleasant to your cat. Double-sided tape or Sticky Paws are effective. There are also Best Behavior by Nature's Miracle chemical treatments that can be used.
• Re-direct attention. When you catch your kitty doing something you don't want it to do, redirect the cat's attention by giving it something it is permitted to have or play with. A string, ball or other toy.
• Removal. Take your cat away from the area or take the item away from your cat.
• Rewards. Give a Treat for good behavior along with a "good cat" or other endearing talk. Try not to reward expected behavior like using the litter box; but if this is a problem, a couple of reinforcements won't hurt.
• Withdraw attention. If your cat is doing something you don't want it to do, but the behavior is more annoying than dangerous, withdraw your attention. Many cats will do things because you laugh or pay attention to them when they exhibit the behavior. By withdrawing your attention, the cat will find something else. Most likely, however, the cat wants your attention and will continue to act out until you play with it or cuddle it.
• Tell your cat "no." Simply tellling your cat to stop may be effective in many instances. I find that by telling my cats to get down or saying "no," they behave nicely. Many cats understand human speech to an extent, and can put together the sounds they hear with the behavior that is required. The longer you live with your cat, the more pronounced this will become.
• Calling your cat to you. Over time, as the cat comes to know and trust you, you may be able to call your cat to you. A scratch behind the ears should always be given. My cats come when called, expecting a cuddle or treat. I can then pick them up and give them medicine or groom them. The cuddle is the trick.
• Never, ever hit or strike your cat! Not only is this cruel, but the cat learns that you are not to be trusted. They come to fear you and may start other objectionable behaviors, either in retaliation or out of fear and anxiety. Even a raised voice can cause this reaction cycle. The cat may leave your home given the chance, to find a more pleasing one.

Sometimes gadgets can help, so here are a few suggestions. Keep in mind that you don't overdo anything here...you want to teach the cat not scare him. 

And don't use these ideas in any way to entertain yourself 

1. Using clean water in a squirt bottle from a distance, spray kitty during the course of his wrong doing. Combine with an audible cue like the word "No" or "Stop."

2. Homemade booby traps that make noise when kitty is doing or getting ready to do something you don't want him to do. For Example, stack empty cans around the plants.

3. A very small blast of canned air at the hiney. Use air cans made to clean pc's.

4. A shaker made to create a scary sound whenever kitty attempts to do wrong. For example, a few bottle caps in a baby food jar or pennies in an empty soda can.

5. I have even gone as far as wrapping the sofa in bubble wrap when introducing a new kitty into the house. They scratch, it pops, they jump! Granted...one cat actually thought it was amusing to pop the wrap.

6. A simple touch on the kitties nose with the word "no." Cats hate to have their noses tapped.

Before you discipline your cat, be sure the behavior would be objectionable in another circumstance. For instance: if your cat is digging in the potted plant to go potty, check the litter box as it may need to be cleaned. Get into the mind of your cat and be sure that the objectionable behavior is truly objectionable. If not, re-direct the cat's attention to something it can do instead. This takes creativity on your part, and your cat may be stubborn, but keep at it. Eventually, your cat will get the idea and move on to a more acceptable behavior. 

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How to Talk to Your Cat

I believe that cats are more intelligent than most of us humans. I've seen some amazing behaviors in my relations with them. But they seem to be limited by speech. In particular - our speech. We slur, whistle, use accents and slang, scream the words so that even humans can't understand what we are saying, get emotional and put too much force behind our communication - so it's got to be difficult for a cat to understand us. Yet, they seem to "catch on" with time. They can build an impressive vocabulary of 15,000 words or more. That's more words than the typical 5 year old child! With training, the number of words goes up.

So, how do you start? Speak the same word with the same emphasis on the same syllable each time. Use all of you to talk to your cat. I use pictures in my head of the desired behavior along with the words. For some reason this seems to get the idea across to the cat more easily. Try this:Your cat is on the counter or table where he or she gets all the time and is not supposed to be! Got it?

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Fun Fact:

A cats brain and intelligence level is at the ratio of 4:1 where a human is 50:1. A measuring comparison is to take the brain weight to the length of the spinal cord. This shows how much gray matter controls the body.

That means that cats are much smarter than people pound for pound! And you thought kitty was just another pretty furry thing... 

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How to stop your dog from biting, chewing, barking,and anxiety

Here are five tips to help ease separation anxiety:

1. Before you leave, go for a walk.

Start the day by providing vigorous exercise. Then reward your dog's calm-submissive energy with food and water. Some dogs may need to rest before eating, but all dogs can benefit from hydration. The idea is to leave your dog in quiet, resting mode while you are away.

2. No touch, no talk, no eye contact.

Don't make a big deal when you leave for the day or when you return. This way, you are communicating to your dog that the time apart is no big deal. It's just business as usual! Depending on the severity of the dog anxiety, you may need to practice the rule for five minutes or up to an hour before you leave and when you get back.

3. Say goodbye long before you leave.

Having trouble practicing "no touch, no talk, no eye contact"? Take a moment to share affection and tell your dog that you will miss him way before you actually leave. Keep in mind that this display is for you - not your dog! Your dog won't have his feelings hurt if you didn't say goodbye.

4. Stay calm and assertive!

When you are ready to go to work, leave those guilty, nervous, and concerned feelings behind. Instead, let your dog know that everything is going to be okay by projecting the confident energy of a pack leader. A calm and assertive leader can ease all separation anxiety.

5. Start out small.

Leave your dog alone for five minutes. Then, extend the time to twenty minutes; then an hour. Continue to increase the time you spend away until you can leave for a full eight hours with no problem!

5 Main Reasons Dogs Bite

1. Dog Possessiveness. Protection of property is a common issue and “property” in this case can be anything from toy, food, territory or even a human being. Guard dogs and herding breeds tend to be the worst offenders but this behavior can arise in any dog. Start training early to minimize this kind of possessive behavior. Teaching the “Leave it” command works well in preventing toy aggression. Food aggression can be avoided by teaching your dog to wait while you put their food down. Teach them to sit or lie down and then remove their food and then put it back. Approach the food bowl and occasionally add treats to the food so they understand that someone approaching the bowl is not a bad thing. Teach children not to bother dogs that are eating or enjoying a treat such as a bone.

2. Dog Fear. Fear is usually directed towards strangers such as veterinarians and postal workers or in unfamiliar situations. Never approach an unfamiliar dog and teach your children to do the same. Fear bites can occur when a dog is startled at home therefore teach children never to sneak up on a dog or bother a sleeping dog. Early socialization is important so that the young dog is exposed to many different people, animals and situations minimizing the risk of a phobia developing. For example, make your first visit to the vet a simple social visit to get a feel for the clinic and meet the veterinary staff. Leave some treats and a note in the mailbox asking your postal worker to give a treat to your puppy.

3. Dog Pain. Pain can cause the friendliest dog to bite. If your dog has hip dysplasia, severe otitis or any chronic injury, instruct your children to stay away from the sore areas and be gentle handling the dog. If your dog becomes snippy for no reason consider pain as a possible cause and schedule an appointment with your regular veterinarian for a physical.

4. Maternal Instincts. The most well trained dog can become a biter when she has puppies. Be aware of and respect the maternal instinct around a bitch that has whelped recently. Teach children not to approach a young puppy around the mother and use caution yourself when handling puppies. Make sure the mother and puppies have a place where they can feel safe with minimal distraction.

5. Prey Drive. Another instinct to be aware of and is sometimes triggered by running or cycling past a dog resulting in a chase. Be aware of your environment if you are jogging or cycling and if you see a roaming dog try to avoid crossing paths. If a dog does give chase then the best things to do is stop moving and stand tall facing the dog. Be aware of the dog but do not make eye contact which can be seen as a challenge by the dog. They may come up and sniff you but will eventually find you uninteresting and move on to find something else. If a dog knocks you over then curl up in a ball protecting your face hands and neck and be still. Teach children to do the same and set up a mock “stray dog” drill.

Dog Bite Warning Signs

Knowing the common triggers that cause dog bites will empower you to avoid these situations. Dog bites are always preceded by behavior that an astute observer can use as a warning and then take steps to reduce the dog’s stress or fear. Ears are typically pinned back, the fur along their back may stand up and you may be able to see the whites of their eyes. Yawning is not an attempt by the dog to appear casual but to show off their teeth and should be considered a warning sign as well. Non-social “stand-offish” behavior such as freezing in response to a touch or look followed by direct intense eye contact back from the dog is another clear sign that he may bite.

Dog Bite Prevention

Dog bite prevention begins at home with your own dog by being a responsible dog owner. If you do not intend to breed your dog then having them spayed or neutered will help decrease the risk of bite related behaviors. Exercise and play with your dog on a regular basis to reinforce the human-animal bond and to expend excess energy that might otherwise be directed towards nervous energy. However, avoid aggressive games such as wrestling and tug of war which can lead to dominance issues. Train your dog well, they should know the basic commands such as sit, stay, come and leave it. Don’t allow your dog to roam free where they can be a danger to other people. Do try to socialize your dog and expose him to many different people and situations but take care not to overwhelm him. Keep your vaccinations up to date for a worst case scenario. In most states a dog can be destroyed if they bite someone and they are not up to date on vaccines. Seek professional help from your veterinarian if your dog shows any signs of aggression. If you have children take the time to educate them on how to act around dogs, what to watch for and what to do if a dog attacks.

Here are the five steps you should take to correct inappropriate dog chewing


1. Rule out medical problems. The first step is to make sure that your puppy does not have any serious medical problems. Nutritional deficiencies caused by poor diet and/or intestinal parasitism can lead to pica which may be misconstrued as inappropriate chewing. Gastrointestinal problems may cause nausea which can trigger chewing as a coping mechanism. Therefore it is important to make an appointment with your veterinarian to rule out an underlying medical condition that may be causing or contributing to the dog chewing.

2. Puppy proofing. Look around your environment for possible dangers to your inquisitive puppy. Place household cleaners and chemicals out of reach along with potentially toxic plants. Electrical cords should be covered or mad inaccessible to prevent chewing on them resulting in electrocution. Remove objects of curiosity that might appeal to your puppy such as shoes and socks, children’s toys and the like. Block access to rooms that have not been puppy proofed and consider crate training your dog for the times when he cannot be supervised.

3. Encourage appropriate chewing. Provide appropriate chew toys for your dog to enjoy. Each dog will have their own personal preference as to what they prefer to chew and play with. Be careful with rawhide and beef bones as determined chewers can whittle them down to smaller pieces that can be swallowed. They can end up becoming lodged in the esophagus or small intestine so supervision is recommended when giving these treats and be sure to take away any small pieces that might be swallowed. Avoid chicken bones since they splinter easily creating sharp fragments that can easily puncture your dog’s gastrointestinal tract. I prefer nylabones, greenies and dental chewsticks since they encourage appropriate chewing while combating dental disease. Dog toys such as balls and kongs may appeal to your dog, just be sure to select a size that is appropriate for your dog. They should be able to pick it up and carry it but it should be of sufficient bulk that it cannot be swallowed. If you buy your dog a kong type toy check, make sure the hole in the toy is not so big that the dog can get his lower jaw stuck in it.I have seen several emergency cases where a dog comes in with a toy stuck in his mouth. Do not give toys that resemble inappropriate items; for example do not give your dog an old shoe to chew on because he will not know the difference between the old chew shoe and a brand new pair.

4. Discourage inappropriate chewing. By following step two you will have already minimized the amount of mischief your young dog can get into. If you do find your dog chewing on something inappropriate correct the dog by taking the object away and scolding him. Direct his attentions to an appropriate chew object and give praise when he chews on said object. Gradually, your dog will learn what objects are his and which are not. Sometimes it can be difficult to discourage chewing if the pattern is already established. Taste deterrents such as bitter apple can applied to the object, the noxious taste will hopefully deter the determined chewer and he will learn to leave the object alone.

5. Engage in playtime with your dog. A tired dog is a good dog! Spend time playing and exercising with your dog on a regular basis. This not only reinforces the human-animal bond but expends energy that your dog might be otherwise directed to inappropriate chewing and behaviors.

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Companies that still test on animals

WHY waste your money on these companies, when there are so many companies out there trying to earn your money without causing agonizing pain on animals. With proctor and gamble, johnson and johnson, clorox and l'oreal being the biggest culprits....

The following companies manufacture products that ARE tested on animals.  Please encourage them to announce a permanent ban. Listed in parentheses are examples of products manufactured by either the company listed or, if applicable, its parent company.

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1. 3M 3M Corporate Headquarters, 3M Center, St. Paul, Minnesota 55144-1000; 1-888-364-3577;
www.solutions.3m.com

2. Acuvue (Johnson & Johnson) Customer Relations, D-QA, 7500 Centurion Parkway, Jacksonville, Florida 32256;
(800) 843-2020; www.acuvue.com/

3. Aim (Church & Dwight) P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, Pennsylvania 19044-6625; 800-524-1328;
www.churchdwight.com/Conprods/oralcare/

4. Air Wick (Reckitt Benckiser) Reckitt Benckiser Group plc, 103 - 105 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3UH United
Kingdom ; 1-800-820-8939; www.airwick.us/access/index.html
Alberto-Culver (Unilever) , , ; 708-450-3000;

5. Always (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.always.com/index.jsp

6. Ambi (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 1-888-879-2624;
www.ambiflawlessskin.com/

7. Aquafresh (GlaxoSmithKline) , , ; 800-897-7535; www.aquafresh.com/
Arm & Hammer (Church & Dwight) P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, Pennsylvania 19044-6625; 800-524-1328;
www.armhammer.com

8. Armor All (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; 510-271-7000; 800-227-1860;
www.armorall.com/

9. Arrid (Church & Dwight) P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, Pennsylvania 19044-6625; 800-524-1328; www.arrid.com/

10. Aussie (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.aussie.com/us/index.jsp

11. Aveeno (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 732-524-0400;
www.aveeno.com/

12. Avon Products, Inc. 1345 Ave. of the Americas, New York, New York 10105; 212-282-5000; 800-367-2866;
www.avon.com

13. Axe (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-598-1223;
www.theaxeeffect.com/flash.html

14. Band-Aid (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933;
1-866-565-2873; www.bandaid.com/index.jsp

15. ƇBic Corporation One Bic Way, Ste. 1, Shelton, Connecticut 06484; 203-783-2000; www.bicworld.com

16. Biotherm (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500; www.biotherm.com/index.htm

17.Blue Buffalo P.O. Box 770, Wilton, Connecticut 06897; 800-919-2833; www.bluebuffalo.com/

18. Boyle-Midway (Reckitt & Benckiser) 2 Wickman Rd., Toronto, ON, Canada, M8Z 5M5; 416-255-2300;

19. Braun (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 1-800-272-8611;
www.braun.com/us/home.html

20.  Cacharel (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500; www.cacharel.com/index.aspx#
21. Calgon (Reckitt Benckiser) Reckitt Benckiser Group plc, 103 - 105 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3UH United Kingdom
; 1-800-228-4722; www.calgon.co.uk/

22. Carefree (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 1-877-408-7223;
www.carefreeliners.com/

23. Chapstick (Pfizer) P.O. Box 26609, Richmond, Virginia 23261; 800-322-3129; www.chapstick.com/

24. Christina Aguilera Perfumes (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202;
513-983-1100; 800-543-1745; www.christina-aguilera-perfumes.com/

25. Church & Dwight (Arm & Hammer) P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, Pennsylvania 19044-6625; 800-524-1328;
www.churchdwight.com

26. Clairol (Procter & Gamble) 1 Blachley Rd., Stamford, Connecticut 06922; 800-252-4765; www.clairol.com

27. Clean & Clear (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933;
732-524-0400; www.cleanandclear.com/

28. Clearasil (Reckitt Benckiser) Reckitt Benckiser Group plc, 103 - 105 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3UH United
Kingdom ; 1-800-228-4722; www.clearasil.us/

29. Clorox 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; 510-271-7000; 800-227-1860; www.clorox.com

30. Close-up (Church & Dwight) P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, Pennsylvania 19044-6625; 800-524-1328;
www.churchdwight.com

31. Colgate-Palmolive Co. 300 Park Ave., New York, New York 10022; 212-310-2000; 800-221-4607;
www.colgate.com

32. Comfort (Unilever) Unilever United States, Inc, 800 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; +1 201
894 7760; www.unilever.co.uk/brands/homecarebrands/co

33. Coppertone (Schering-Plough) 1 Giralda Farms, Madison, New Jersey 07940-1000; 201-822-7000; 800-842-4090;
www.coppertone.com/coppertone/index.jsp

34. Crest (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.crest.com/home/index.jsp

35. Dad's Pet Care , , New York ; 814-724-7710; www.dadspetcare.com/about_us/contact_us.htm
DDF (Procter & Gamble) DDF Consumer Relations, P.O. Box 559, Cincinnati, Ohio 45201; 1-800-818-9770;
www.ddfskincare.com/default.aspx

36. Dial Corporation 15101 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 5028, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254-2199; 800-528-0849;
www.dialcorp.com

37. DOLCE & GABBANA (Procter & Gamble) 148 Lafayette Street, New York, New York 10013; 212-750-0055;

38. Dove (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-598-1223;
www.dove.us/

39. Downy (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.downy.com/

40. Drano (S.C. Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855; www.drano.com/

41. Dry Idea (Dial) 15101 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 5028, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254-2199; 800-528-0849;
www.dryidea.com/dryidea/

42. Dunhill Fragrances (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100;
800-543-1745; www.dunhillfragrances.com/en/index.htm

43. Easy-Off (Reckitt Benckiser) 1655 Valley Rd., Wayne, New Jersey 07474-0943; 973-633-3600; 800-232-9665;
www.easyoff.us/

44. Edge (S.C. Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855;
www.edgeshave.com/

45. Escada Fragrances (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100;
800-543-1745; www.escada-fragrances.com/

46. Este Lauder 767 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10153; 212-572-4200; 888-378-3359; www.esteelauder.com

47. Ever Clean (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; (510) 271-7000; www.everclean.com/

48. Fantastik (S.C. Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855;
www.fantastik.com/

49. Febreze (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.febreze.com/en_US/home.do

50.Fekkai (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 866-514-8048; www.fekkai.com/

51. Finish (Reckitt Benckiser) Reckitt Benckiser Group plc, 103 - 105 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3UH United Kingdom
; 1-800-228-4722; www.finishdishwashing.com/

52. Formula 409 (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; 800-227-1860; www.formula409.com/

53. Fresh Step (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; 510-271-7000; 800-227-1860;
www.freshstep.com/

54. Garnier (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500; www.garnier.com/index2.aspx

55. Gillette Co.(Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.gillette.com

56. Giorgio Armani (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500;
www.giorgioarmanibeauty-usa.com

57. Glad (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; 510-271-7000; 800-227-1860; www.glad.com/

58. Glade (S.C. Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855; www.glade.com
59. Green Works (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; (510) 271-7000;
www.greenworkscleaners.com/
60. Gucci Fragrances (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100;
800-543-1745; www.gucci.com/us/home
61. Halo (Procter & Gamble) 6109 DeSoto Avenue, Woodland Hills, California 91367; 1 800 935 5273;
www.pgsalonpro.com/
62. Head & Shoulders (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100;
800-543-1745; www.headandshoulders.com/default.jsp
63. Helena Rubinstein (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500;
www.helenarubinstein.com/_int/_en/#
64. Helene Curtis Industries 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 800-621-2013;
www.helenecurtis.com
65. Herbal Essences (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100;
800-543-1745; www.herbalessences.com/us/
66. Hugo Boss (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; +49 (0) 7123 94-0;
www.hugoboss.com/us/en/collection.php

67. Iams (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 800-675-3849; www.iams.com

68. Ivory (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.ivory.com/

69. Johnson & Johnson 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 732-524-0400; www.jnj.com

70. Johnson's (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 866-565-2229;
www.johnsonsbaby.com//

71. Joy (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.pg.com

72. K.Y. (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 1-877-592-7263;
www.k-y.com/index_us.jsp#

73. Kaboom (Church & Dwight) P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, Pennsylvania 19044-6625; 800-524-1328;
www.kaboomkaboom.com/index.m

74. Kerastase (L'Oreal) L'Oreal USA, 575 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10017; 1-877-254-9949;
www.kerastase-usa.com/_en/_us/conso/home/ho

75. Kiehl's (L'Oreal) , , ; 1-800-543-4572; www.kiehls.com/

76. L'Oreal USA 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500; www.loreal.com

77. Lacoste Fragrances (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100;
800-543-1745; www.lacoste-parfums.com/

78. Lanc{me (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500;
www.lancome-usa.com/?SESSIONID=

79. LaRoche Posay (L'Oreal) L'Oreal USA, 575 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10017; 1-212-818-1500;
www.laroche-posay.us/_us/_en/consumer/home/

80. Lever Bros. (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-598-1223;
www.unilever.com

81. Liquid Plumr (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; 510-271-7000; 800-227-1860;
www.liquidplumr.com/

82. Listerine (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 732-524-0400;
www.listerine.com/

83. Lubriderm (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 732-524-0400;
www.lubriderm.com/

84. Lux (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-598-1223;
www.unilever.com/ourbrands/personalcare/Lux

85. Lysol (Reckitt Benckiser) 1655 Valley Rd., Wayne, New Jersey 07474-0943; 973-633-3600; 800-232-9665;
www.lysol.com/

86. Mary Kay 16251 N. Dallas Pkwy., P.O. Box 799045, Dallas, Texas 75379-9045; 972-687-6300; 800-627-9529;
www.marykay.com

87. Matrix Essentials (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500;
www.matrixbeautiful.com/

88. Max Factor (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100;
800-543-1745; www.maxfactor.com/

89. Maybelline (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500; www.maybelline.com/

90. Mead Courthouse Plaza N.E., Dayton, Ohio 45463; 937-495-3312; www.mead.com

91. Melaleuca 3910 S. Yellowstone Hwy., Idaho Falls, Idaho 83402-6003; 208-522-0700; www.melaleuca.com

92. Mennen (Colgate-Palmolive Co.) 300 Park Ave., New York, New York 10022; 212-310-2000; 800-221-4607;
www.colgate.com

93. Mentadent (Church & Dwight) P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, Pennsylvania 19044-6625; 800-524-1328;
www.mentadent.com/

94. Merck One Merck Drive, P.O. Box 100, Whitehouse Station, New Jersey 08889-0100; 908-423-1000;
www.merck.com/

95. Mizani (L'Oreal) MIZANI, 575 Fifth Avenue, New York, 10017; 877-726-3624; www.mizani-usa.com/

96. Mop & Glo (Reckitt Benckiser) 1655 Valley Rd., Wayne, New Jersey 07474-0943; 973-633-3600; 800-232-9665;
www.reckittbenckiser.com

97. Mr. Clean (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.mrclean.com/en_US/index.shtml

98. Nair (Church & Dwight) P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, Pennsylvania 19044-6625; 800-524-1328; www.naircare.com/

99. Natural Instincts (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 1-800-252-4765;
www.clairol.com/naturalinstincts/index.jsp

100. Nature's Source (SC Johnson) SC Johnson, 1525 Howe Street, Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 1-800-494-4855;
www.naturessourcecleaners.com/

101. Neutrogena (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933;
732-524-0400; www.neutrogena.com/

102. New Dana Perfumes 470 Oakhill Rd., Crestwood Industrial Park, Mountaintop, Pennsylvania 18707;
570-474-6701; 800-822-8547;

103. Nice n Easy (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 1-800-252-4765;
www.clairol.com/niceneasy/index.jsp

104. Off (S.C.Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855; www.offprotects.com/

105. Olay (Procter & Gamble) P.O. Box 599, Cincinnati, Ohio 45201; 800-543-1745; www.oilofolay.com

106.Old English (Reckitt Benckiser) 1655 Valley Rd., Wayne, New Jersey 07474-0943; 973-633-3600; 800-232-9665;
www.oldenglishpolish.com/

107.Old Spice (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.oldspice.com/

108. Oomph! (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; (510) 271-7000; www.stp-oomph.com/

109. Oral-B (Procter & Gamble) 600 Clipper Dr., Belmont, California 94002-4119; 415-598-5000; www.oralb.com

110. Oust (SC Johnson) SC Johnson, 1525 Howe Street, Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 1-800-494-4855; www.oust.com/

111.OxiClean (Church & Dwight) P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, Pennsylvania 19044-6625; 800-524-1328;
www.oxiclean.com/default2.asp

112. Palmolive (Colgate-Palmolive Co.) 300 Park Ave., New York, New York 10022; 212-310-2000; 800-221-4607;
www.colgate.com/app/Palmolive/US/EN/HomePag

113. Pampers (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.pampers.com/en_US/home.do

114. Pantene (Procter & Gamble) Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 800-945-7768; www.pantene.com

115. Pearl Drops (Church & Dwight) P.O. Box 1625, Horsham, Pennsylvania 19044-6625; 800-524-1328;
www.pearldrops.com/

116. Pfizer (delete) 235 E. 42nd St., New York, New York 10017-5755; 212-573-2323; www.pfizer.com

117. Physique (Procter & Gamble) One Procter & Gamble Plz., Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 800-214-8957;
www.physique.com

118. Pine-Sol (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; 510-271-7000; 800-227-1860;
www.pinesol.com/index.shtml

119. Piz Buin (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 0845 601 5792;
www.pizbuin.com/en/welcome

120. Pledge (S.C. Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855; www.pledge.com/

121.Ponds (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 800-909-9493; www.ponds.com

122.Procter & Gamble 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.pg.com

123.Puffs (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.puffs.com/en_US/pages/home.shtml

124. Purell (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 1-800-223-0182;
www.purell.com/

125. Purex (Dial) 15101 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 5028, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254-2199; 800-528-0849; www.purex.com/

126. Purpose (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 1-866-344-4848;
www.purposeskincare.com/

127. Raid (S.C. Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855;
www.killsbugsdead.com/

128. Ralph Lauren Fragrances (L'oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500;
www.ralphlauren.com/shop/index.jsp?category

129. Reach (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 1-866-732-2482;
www.reachbrand.com/

130. Reckitt Benckiser 1655 Valley Rd., Wayne, New Jersey 07474-0943; 973-633-3600; 800-232-9665;
www.reckittbenckiser.com

131.Redken (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500; www.redken.com/international/

132. Rembrandt (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933;
732-524-0400; www.rembrandt.com/

133.ReNu (Bausch + Lomb) One Bausch & Lomb Place, Rochester, New York 14604-2701; 585-338-6000;
www.bausch.com/

134. Renuzit (Dial) 15101 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 5028, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254-2199; 800-528-0849;
www.renuzit.com/

135.Resolve (Reckitt Benckiser) 1655 Valley Rd., Wayne, New Jersey 07474-0943; 973-633-3600; 800-232-9665;
www.reckittbenckiser.com

136. Rid-X (Reckitt Benckiser) Reckitt Benckiser Group plc, 103 - 105 Bath Road, Slough, SL1 3UH United Kingdom ;
1-800-228-4722; www.rid-x.com/index.shtml

137. Right Guard (Dial) 15101 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 5028, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254-2199; 800-528-0849;
www.rightguard.com/

138. ROC (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 732-524-0400;
www.rocskincare.com/index_roc.jsp

139.Rogaine (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 1-800-223-0182;
www.rogaine.com/

140. S.C. Johnson 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855; www.scjbrands.com

141. S.O.S. (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; 510-271-7000; 800-227-1860; www.clorox.com

142. Savlon (Johnson & Johnson) Wimblehurst Road, Horsham, RH12 5AB United Kingdom ; +44 (0)1403 210211;
www.novartis.co.uk

143. Schering-Plough (Merck) 1 Giralda Farms, Madison, New Jersey 07940-1000; 201-822-7000; 800-842-4090;
www.sch-plough.com

144. Scoop Away (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; (510) 271-7000; www.scoopaway.com/

145. Scope (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.getclose.com/

146. Scrubbing Bubbles (S.C. Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855;
www.scrubbingbubbles.com/

147. Sebastian Professional (Procter & Gamble) Wella/Sebastian Canada Inc., 5800 Avebury Rd. Unit #1,
Mississauga, Ontario L5R 3M3 Canada ; 800-935-5273; www.sebastianprofessional.com/en_US/

148. Secret (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.secret-deodorant.com/SecretGlobal.do

149. Sensodyne (GlaxoSmithKline) , , ; 866-844-2797;

150.Shiseido Cosmeitcs 5-5, Ginza 7-chome, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, 1040061 Japan ; 212-805-2300; www.shiseido.com/

151.Shout (S.C. Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855;
www.shoutitout.com/

152.Shower to Shower (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933;
1-866-274-6937; www.showertoshower.com/index.jsp

153.Shu Uemura(L'Oreal) L'Oreal USA, 575 Fifth Avenue, New York, New York 10017; 1-888-748-5678;
www.shuuemura-usa.com/

154. Signal (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-598-1223;
www.unilever.com

155.SK-II (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 1-866-678-1770; www.sk-ii.com/

156. Skin ID (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 1-866-742-0201;
www.skinid.com/econsumer/clearskin/index.vi

157. Skintimate (S.C. Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855;
www.skintimate.com/

158. Soft & Dri (Dial) 15101 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 5028, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254-2199; 800-528-0849;
www.softndri.com/softndri/home.html

159.Soft Scrub (Dial) 15101 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 5028, Scottsdale, Arizona 85254-2199; 800-528-0849;
www.softscrub.com/

160. SoftSheen (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500;
www.softsheen-carson.com/_us/_en/index.aspx

161. Softsoap (Colgate-Palmolive Co.) 300 Park Ave., New York, New York 10022; 212-310-2000; 800-221-4607;
www.softsoap.com

162.Speed Stick (Colgate-Palmolive Co.) 300 Park Ave., New York, New York 10022; 212-310-2000; 800-221-4607;
www.colgate.com

163.Spray 'N Wash (Reckitt Benckiser) 1655 Valley Rd., Wayne, New Jersey 07474-0943; 973-633-3600;
800-232-9665; www.spraynwash.com/

164. Stayfree (Johnson & Johnson) 1 Johnson & Johnson Plaza, New Brunswick, New Jersey 08933; 1-888-782-9373;
www.stayfree.com/#

165. Suave (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-598-1223;
www.suave.com/

166. Sunlight (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; +1 201 894 7760;
www.unilever.com/brands/homecarebrands/sunl

167. Sunsilk (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-598-1223;
www.sunsilk.com/Landing.aspx

168. Surf (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; +1 201 894 7760;
www.unilever.com/brands/homecarebrands/surf

169. Swiffer (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.swiffer.com/swiffer/en_US/home.do

170. Tide (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.tide.com/en_US/index.jsp

171. Tilex (Clorox) 1221 Broadway, Oakland, California 94612; 510-271-7000; 800-227-1860; www.tilex.com/

172.Unilever 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-598-1223; www.unilever.com

173. Vaseline (Unilever) 800 Sylvan Ave., Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey 07632; 212-888-1260; 800-598-1223;
www.vaseline.com/

174. Veet (Reckitt Benckiser) 1655 Valley Rd., Wayne, New Jersey 07474-0943; 973-633-3600; 800-232-9665;
www.veet.com/

175. Vichy (L'Oreal) 575 Fifth Ave., New York, New York 10017; 212-818-1500; www.vichyusa.com

176. Vicks (Procter & Gamble) Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.pg.com

177. Vidal Sasson (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100;
800-543-1745; www.sassoon.com/

178. Viktor & Rolf (L'Oreal) L'Oreal USA, 575 Fifth Avenue, New York, 10017 ; 1-212-818-1500;
www.viktor-rolf.com/_en/_ww/index.htm

179.Walgreens 200 Wilmot Rd., Deerfield, Illinois 60015; 800-925-4733; www.walgreens.com

180.Windex (S.C. Johnson) 1525 Howe St., Racine, Wisconsin 53403; 414-260-2000; 800-494-4855;
www.windex.com/

181.Woolite (Reckitt Benckiser) 1655 Valley Rd., Wayne, New Jersey 07474-0943; 973-633-3600; 800-232-9665;
www.woolite.com/

182. Zest (Procter & Gamble) 1 Procter & Gamble Plaza, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202; 513-983-1100; 800-543-1745;
www.zest.com/

183. Bain de Soleil (Schering-Plough) 1 Giralda Farms, Madison, New Jersey 07940-1000; 201-822-7000;
800-842-4090; www.baindesoleil.com/