Thank you all our 4 Paws Style followers.

We love to receive photos of your Furkids wearing Funky 4 Paws Fashion. 

check out these furkids sporting the latest range

Thankyou all for sharing  with "Big" Henry & the 4 Paws Style Team

"Big" Henry

DOG LOVER SHOW

MELBOURNE AUSTRALIA 2014

We were so happy to present our latest collection from 4 Paws Style in Melbourne earlier this month. We had such fantastic feedback. It was great to see all the Dog Lovers reactions to our collection.

 We realised there was a gap in the market for some funky styles & patterns & wanted to take it to a very co ordinated event.

ROYAL MELBOURNE EXHIBITION HALL

We were surrounded stunning gardens & the most beautiful fountain

The blank canvas

such a beautiful exhibition hall

now to set up & design our area

Finally the finished product

& now for the real stars of the SHOW

This beautiful pupppy is deaf

I nearly had to bring the Bernese Mountain Dogs home with me

Cheeky Chihuahua

This beautiful Old English Sheep Dog melted hearts

The Boxer from 2 doors up 

Another happy customer

We loved Mr Wilson the Neopolitan Mastiff he is 6 months old with a lot of growing to do. He loved our winter scarves & looked fabulous in the

Natural with Olive & Rasberry stripes

This is Augustine from Agustins Approved

& the Irish Wolfhound

We had a fantastic time & can't wait to take the team to the Dog Lovers Show Sydney in November

What To Look For In A Healthy Puppy

Nose

Their nose should be wet & cold when awake. with no discharge or sneezing

Mouth

Breath should be pleasant smelling, teeth white & straight with nice pink gums.

Coat

Coat should be clean & shiny with no patches or itchy spots. check for fleas.

Body & Limbs

The body should be symetrical & well grown with agile & supple body movements. there should be no evidence of lameness. THe puppy should stand squarely & should be active and fluid in its movements.

Ears

Ears should be clean & pink inside. Free of discharge or redness & no unpleasant odour.

Eyes

should be clean, clear & bright. Under the lids should be a healthy pink colour. There should be no redness or watering.

Anus

should be free from signs of swelling or irritation. It should be clean & dry.

Skin

should be clean, free from dandruff, blemishes & sore patches.

We hope these tips help when choosing your new family member

Lucy & "Big" Henry (pic below of a very young Henry)

TIPS FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT DOG BREED

 Choosing a FUR CHILD to become a member of your family is a

BIG DECISION.

Here are a few tips to help you make the right choice

Henry as a puppy

It is an unfortunate fact that many people choose a dog that is entirely not suitable for their family, their life-style & personalities. Furkids are intelligent sensitive creatures that need to be understood & given the chance to express themselves naturally so they become an integrated part of your life. Unless you own a working dog, you are probably looking for companion.

A few factors to consider:

• Possibly the most important factor to consider is BREED BEHAVIOR

• BREED SIZE, some big dogs seem bigger than others. example: a Deer Hound is a large tall dog but takes up surprisingly small amount of room when lying down, it also moves quietly & with ease. Whereas a Dog like "BIG" Henry is prone to knocking things over sprawling out all over the floor like a giant rug & can reach the kitchen bench with ease. ( I love all these things about him, that's why this breed works for me) but maybe not the slobber affect so much.

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(Big)​Henry & Gracie the Spoodle

• The cost of feeding a dog can be a significant factor as well. some  giant breeds don't eat a huge amount whereas some medium breeds can consume more than you would think not to forget the little guys, their bill is not so much.

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• There will also be vet bills, yearly vaccinations, worming, flea & tick treatment, grooming etc. The bigger the dog, The more expensive it gets.​

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• Lifestyle is another important factor. You want to get a breed that will fit in with you, if you are active you can go for more more active canines. eg. Border Collies need lots of stimulation to keep them out of trouble.Provided they get sufficient exercise they will be happy to fit into your routine. Other active breeds, Airedale, Australian Shepard, Dalmation, Springer Spaniel. If you lead a more laidback lifestyle perhaps a less active breed will suit, eg laidback breeds, Mastiff, Great Dane, Blood Hound, Newfoundland, Basset Hound.

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​ALL DOGS HAVE THEIR OWN GREAT TRAITS. 

DO SOME RESEARCH BEFORE ADDING YOUR NEWEST FAMILY MEMBER.

LOVE, LOVE DOGS

So lets face it Henry is a big lump.... a little lazy & not really into fetch. 

Here are a few suggestions of alternate games to play with your dog.

HIDE & SEEK

This childhood game isn’t just reserved for the human kids. Your pup can partake in the fun, too. Find one of your dog’s favorite toys or grab a handful of treats. Have your dog sit and stay in one room. Then, go and hide in another. Once you’ve found yourself in a good hiding place, call your dog. When he/she finds you, reward enthusiastically with treats and praise.

This game will work both brains and senses.

 Doggy Treat Hunt

It doesn’t have to be Easter for your dog to play this egg-hunt-inspired game. Grab some of his favorite smelly treats, either alone or stuffed inside a treat-holding toy, and hide them around the living room or backyard. Make sure your canine companion is in another room so he/she doesn’t see or smell the secret hiding spots. Then invite your furkid into the room or backyard and watch them sniff away in search of the hidden treasure.

 Roundabout Dog

This activityis perfect perfect for a family with children. Every member sits around the room (at least 7 metres from one another) with a handful of treats. Then, every person will take turns calling out their dog’s name. Every time the dog comes, he should be rewarded with treats and praise. When he has accomplished the game indoors, try taking it outside and spread out even further from one another especially if you have a larger breed & an active pup.

HAVE FUN WITH YOUR FURKID TODAY

Get out there & play

Lucy & "big" Henry

RECIPE NUMBER 2

BAKED DOG BONE BISCUITS

PEANUT BUTTER & SWEET POTATO BISCUITS

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup sweet potato cooked & mashed

2 eggs

1/2 cup rolled oats

2 cups wholemeal flour

3Tbsp peanut butter

1/2 tsp cinnamon (optional)

DIRECTIONS:

Preheat the oven to 180 deg C

In one bowl combine the dry ingredients together. Flour, oats & cinnamon.

In a second bowl combine the wet ingredients, eggs, sweet potato & peanut butter.

Stir the wet ingredients into the dry

Pour onto a floured surface & roll to a 1.5cm thickness. A touch of flour on your hands & rolling pin will help with any stickiness. Use a cookie cutter to cut out shapes you know your pooch will love. (today i've used a bone cookie cutter)

Place on a lined baking tray & cook in the oven for 30 to 35 mins until golden brown.

When they are done place on cooling racks & let cool thoroughly. they harden as they cool.

let your furkid lick the spoon if you like....I couldn't resist Henry's face....

Notes: add 1/2 tsp of salt can be added to these treats to help extend their shelf life (and is optional)

Cinnamon is fine to use, however keep in mind nutmeg is toxic to dogs s add anything that contains this spice. Even small amounts can make them sick.

Then sit back & enjoy them eating the spoils of all that sitting in the kitchen watching you bake their treats.

I hope your FURKIDS all enjoy these Baked Bones as much as HENRY did.

thanks for reading. Lucy

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HENRY : "WHAT'S THAT I SMELL IN THE KITCHEN"  Obviously the sounds in the kitchen have woken from Henry's slumber.

Today we are trialing new treats for Furkids.

FROZEN YOGHURT & PEANUT BUTTER TREATS

What you need:

900gms of Vanilla yoghurt

1 cup Peanut butter

cupcake cases

Lets get started

Melt the peanut butter in a pan or in the microwave.

Combine with the yoghurt

pour into cupcake cases

& into the freezer to enjoy in a few hours.

These are perfect frozen treats for your Pup on a hot Summers day or after a vigorous training session.

Or to have on the deck.

Enjoy.

Lucy

4 PAWS STYLE HAS BEEN Featured ON THE PRETTY FLUFFY WEBSITE

http://prettyfluffy.com/trends-shopping/shop-it/reversible-dog-bandanas-by-4-paws-style

WE ARE SUPER EXCITED TO HAVE THE TEAM FROM PRETTY FLUFFY CRITIQUE OUR NEW LABEL.

WE WANTED TO SHARE WITH YOU ALL WHAT THEY ARE ABOUT.

MEET THEIR TEAM

PRETTY FLUFFY IS THE GO-TO GUIDE FOR THE MODERN DOG OWNER AND YOUR ULTIMATE RESOURCE FOR STYLISH PET FRIENDLY LIVING.

Is where you’ll find everything from the most wanted new products, chic DIY projects, dog-friendly home tours and behind the scenes glimpses into your favourite pet brands.

They feature the most unique, style centric and up-to-date content, creating original features designed to make life with your dog sweeter and easier.

The Pretty Fluffy team works only with the best brands, pet photographers and dog experts in the industry, providing inspirational content for dog lovers and owners around the globe. Since our very first post Pretty Fluffy has become the place to visit for discerning dog owners, featured internationally in publications such as Modern Dog Magazine, Cesars Way, and Dogs Life Magazine.

They believe your dog is an important part of your life – an extension of your true self – and deserves the very best.

Serena Faber Nelson is a writer, television producer and fluffy dog owner.

Told by university professors that reports on local dog shows were not acceptable forms of journalism, Serena sought out a career in lifestyle television. Over the past decade her work has been featured on award winning Australian shows such as RPA, Selling Houses Australia, Harry’s Practice and What’s Good for You.

In 2010 Serena created Pretty Fluffy as a place where dedicated dog owners could find stylish products, modern advice, and inspiration for living well with their pets.

Since Pretty Fluffy’s launch, Serena has been a regular contributor to publications such as Modern Dog Magazine, Cesars Way, Dogs Life and more; and in 2012 released her first eBook, co-authored with Sarah Dickerson, 52 Weeks of Treats – Simple and Healthy Dog Treat Recipes for Every Season. She is currently working on her first novel.

A passionate advocate for animal welfare and responsible pet ownership, Serena has been featured on MamaMia and Hope 103.2 Radio discussing prominent welfare issues animals face today. In 2012 she created the worldwide movement The 13 Project.

Serena currently lives in Sydney, Australia with her husband, Andy, and very own pretty fluffy, Soda.

Soda, also known as Sodie, Sodes, Possum and Muffin; is our resident reviewer of all things dog. She’s never met a toy or treat she didn’t like.

Now in her senior years, she still acts like a puppy – we like to think of her as the dog version of Peter Pan who never wants to grow up! Her favourite pastimes include sleeping, eating and going for walks – but not necessarily in that order.

Soda was the inspiration behind the launch of Pretty Fluffy and she continues to inspire us daily.

Coco Bean, lovingly nicknamed Bean, Munchkin, Little Foot, and Nugget; is quite the character. Picture a whole lot of love and spunk packed into one fun size ball of fluff.

She might be the queen of chillaxing and afternoon naps, but really Coco’s all about the fun. Seriously, give her a squeaky toy and watch her in action – totally obsessed.

Other than toys and naps, her daily favorites include car rides with the windows down, spying on the neighbors, snuggling with her humans, and snacking on sweet bell peppers.

Coco’s silly personality has made her quite the muse for her mum’s photography. Her favorite part? She gets paid in treats.

4 PAWS STYLE'S "BIG" HENRY

CHIEF BANDANA TESTER

Henry would love to thank Pretty Fluffy for reviewing 4 Paws Style Bandanas, he loves to wear them & hopes you all will as well. 

Check out www.prettyfluffy.com to get the latest pet lifestyle information