Carolina Mountain Dog

Everything for Dogs in Asheville and Hendersonville

Know where the dog parks are in Asheville? Is there anyone who can scoop the poop in your yard? Do any vets offer alternative medicine? Where are the best places to hike with your dog in the Asheville/Hendersonville area? Where is there a campground that actually caters to dogs? 

You'll get the answers to these questions in the new 2010 Edition of the Asheville Doggie Guide -- everything for dogs in the Asheville, Hendersonville, and Black Mountain, NC area!

This handy pocket-size guide includes adoption organizations, animal services, dog bakeries and boutiques, boarding facilities, dog-friendly campgrounds, doggie daycare, dog parks, grooming services, dog photographers, poop pick-up services, dog therapy, hiking trails, dog training, sitters, vets, and more, plus adoption information, safety tips, and pet rules and regulations for Buncombe and Henderson Counties. It has hundreds of listings -- names, addresses, phone numbers, emails, and websites -- saving hours and hours of research time! You will refer to it often. There is no other resource available like the Asheville Doggie Guide.

Pick up your copy today at Three Dog Bakery, 21 Battery Park in Asheville (a block away from the Grove Arcade). Or order the guide online via this special offer:

The publisher's list price for the Asheville Doggie Guide is $19.95, but you can get your copy of the guide for $13.95, a savings of $6! You'll get a $6 rebate when you purchase the Asheville Doggie Guide directly from the publisher! Learn about this special offer here.

Celebrating Senior Dogs

 We own two wonderful dogs who are considered seniors, and we're not alone. In the U.S., about 40 percent of households with dogs have at least one that is considered a senior, aged seven or older. Senior dogs make great pets -- they tend to be laid back, know and accept the routine, and always provide unconditional love.

If you have a senior dog, you'll be interested in a new website called SeniorDogs.com. You'll find articles and resources for senior dog owners all in one place, covering medications, health insurance, nutrition, financial assistance and more. The site provides a full spectrum of pertinent information, as well as message boards where owners can find support and guidance from others who are experiencing the same challenges and joys of caring for an older dog.

To receive a free e-book entitled "A Guide to Caring for Your Aging Companion," simply send an email to: info@seniordogs.com and put in the subject line: FREE E-BOOK.

Recommended Reading: The Secret Lives of Dogs

 Ever wonder why your dog dislikes having his feet touched? Or why he lifts his leg to urinate? Or why he might eat grass... drink from the toilet... or be afraid of climbing stairs? These and other mysterious canine behaviors are explored in the fascinating book, The Secret Lives of Dogs. Jana Murphy, a former editor of Pet Life magazine, tells you why dogs do these things and more -- she covers fifty-two behaviors in all.

You'll learn all about a dog's natural instincts, breed-specific features, and ways to modify your dog's behavior. Enhanced with beautiful full-color photography and case studies, The Secret Lives of Dogs is highly recommended. Buy The Secret Lives of Dogs online at a special price.

Recommended Reading: "What I Learned from the Dog"

  It's often the books about dogs written by ordinary people that have the most impact. "What I Learned from the Dog: 101 Stories about Life, Love, and Lessons" is one of those books. It is part of the "Chicken Soup for the Soul" series. While it seems there's a "Chicken Soup" book for just about every type of person, this one is a winner for dog lovers. Why? Because it pays off on the promise of providing 101 delectable slices of life, written by everyday dog owners. These little gems are divided into such categories as Learning to Have Courage, Learning to Listen, Learning to Overcome Adversity, Learning to Put Things into Perspective, Learning to Heal, Learning about Unconditional Love, and Learning to Say Good-bye.

This recently published volume will make a great gift for anyone who loves dogs. "What I Learned from the Dog" is availabe from Barnes & Noble at a special limited time price through this link.

New! 2010 Edition - Asheville Doggie Guide

Know where the dog parks are in Asheville? Is there anyone who can scoop the poop in your yard? Do any vets offer alternative medicine? How about a campground that actually caters to dogs? 

Find it all in the new 2010 Edition of the Asheville Doggie Guide -- everything for dogs in the Asheville, Hendersonville, and Black Mountain, NC area!

This handy pocket-size guide includes adoption organizations, animal services, dog bakeries and boutiques, boarding facilities, dog-friendly campgrounds, doggie daycare, dog parks, grooming services, dog photographers, poop pick-up services, dog therapy, hiking trails that are good for dogs, training, vets, and more, plus adoption information, safety tips, and pet rules and regulations for Buncombe and Henderson Counties. It has hundreds of listings -- names, addresses, phone numbers, emails, and websites -- saving hours and hours of research time! You will refer to it often. There is no other resource available like the Asheville Doggie Guide.

Special Offer for Readers of Carolina Mountain Dog!

The publisher's list price for the Asheville Doggie Guide is $19.95, but you can get your copy of the guide for $13.95, a savings of $6! You'll get a $6 rebate when you purchase the Asheville Doggie Guide directly from the publisher! 
Learn about this special offer here.

Recommended Reading: Inside of a Dog

Have you noticed that more and more books about dogs are on the shelves of bookstores and libraries these days? Both non-fiction books about dogs, and fiction books with dogs as characters, are fetching a lot of interest. One recently published book that's creating buzz goes where no human has gone before (kind of): "Inside of a Dog." Author Alexandra Horowitz takes a novel approach -- she tries to understand, and make us understand, the world from a dog's perspective.

Dog lovers already know, of course, that dogs are driven by their acute sense of smell. Horowitz points out that humans have about 6 million receptor cells in their noses, while a beagle has more than 300 million. She explains what that means in terms of a dog's life -- how a particular odor conveys a message to a dog. More than that, Horowitz says, a dog's sense of smell is the means by which he categorizes and identifies things. Sniffing another dog's urine, in fact, provides a lot of information about the other animal -- "who the urinator is, how often he walks by this spot, his recent victories, and his interest in mating," says Horowitz. Dogs view objects differently too. While we know what a chair is, for example, Horowitz says a dog may see it as just an obstacle that stands in the way of a path to their food bowl in the kitchen.

Unlike their wolf ancestors, the author writes, dogs like making eye contact with humans: "...dogs seem to be predisposed to inspect our faces for information, for reassurance, for guidance."

All in all, going "Inside of a Dog" is fascinating stuff. You can read Chapter One, courtesy of The New York Times, by clicking here. If you'd like to purchase the book online, click Inside of a Dog book now.

Best Hikes with Dogs in NC

Recommended Reading! Best Hikes with Dogs North Carolina by Karen Chavez is a great resource, both for its basic information about hiking, as well as its extensive details about trails. You'll find essentials about canine trail etiquette, permits and regulations, a doggy first aid kit, and more. The book is loaded with Western North Carolina trails off the Blue Ridge Parkway and beyond. For each trail, Chavez provides length, hiking time, best time to hike, difficulty, and lots of other details, including elevations and maps. You'll find yourself referring to this book often, so buy it today! Buy now.

Got Fleas? Get Book.

Oh those pesky fleas. Sooner or later, your dog will get them, unless you follow a flea prevention and control regimen. But you may be hesitant to use the standard treatments available because they are expensive and, in many cases, toxic. That's why you may be more comfortable with methods and substances that are natural, safe, and won't cost you a fortune. This eBook may be the answer to your flea-fighting dreams. Find out more about it at www.fleacontrolbook.com.

Everything for Dogs in Asheville

Asheville is dog-friendly, sure... but how do you find everything for dogs in Asheville? The handy "Asheville Dog-eGuide" is an e-book that lists accommodations, adoption organizations, animal services, bakeries, boutiques, boarding facilities, campgrounds, daycare, emergency care, groomers, dog parks, dog photographers, dog sitters, stores, dog therapists, trails, trainers, vets, and even poop-scooping services! It's 58 pages of must-have information that would take hours to compile on your own. If you're an Asheville dog owner, or you're planning a trip to Asheville with your dog, this guide's for you. As an added bonus, it also includes listings for Black Mountain and Hendersonville. To learn more about the Asheville Dog-eGuide, visit www.ashevilledog-eguide.com.