Two Doggie Gadgets from The NY Pet Expo
October 22, 2012 1 Comment Dogs should have their own point of view!
Dogs are curious, they want to know what's happening out there! The PetPeek window can easily make that possible. Yep, dogs, like people, love to see what’s on the other side of the fence. In my backyard, Fairway likes to peek through the pickets on the fence to see what the neighbors are doing. It certainly can't be much of view since the pickets are pretty close together. But now there’s a device that makes it real easy for your hound to see if the grass is greener, or what’s going on – on the other side of the fence. The PetPeek window is a durable, clear, hard acrylic dome 9.5 inches in diameter, with a black trim-ring and all necessary hardware for easy do-it-yourself installation into your wooden or vinyl fence. It is an attractive addition to your fence.$34.98, plus S&H. But there’s free standard shipping if you order 2 PetPeeks. Maybe you can offer your pooch two different views, or if you have two dogs, they can each have their own PetPeek. . (US Shipping only.)
Giz Wiz & the PetPeek on YouTube:
See or hear this show: www.twit.tv/giz1387
BUT WAIT THERE'S MORE! A treadmill for your hound dog!
The Minipacer dog treadmill has been engineered with the smaller dog and smaller spaces in mind. It’s small,
but rugged. It’s built from carbon steel and can support dogs up to 55lbs. The Minipacer is completely portable and can make indoor exercise a breeze. I asked how easy it was to train a dog to use the Minipacer and David Ezra, who works for the company said: “Let’s find a dog and I’ll show you.” He stopped a lady walking by with a cute Papillion (the little dog with the large ears) and asked permission to teach her how to use a treadmill. With just a little coxing and a few snacks, the Papillion got the idea in just a couple of minutes! (There’s some video at the link below.) Among the benefits the company lists are: No weather concerns. Every day is a perfect day for exercise when you are indoors. Can help prevent obesity. A consistent regime of exercise and diet will lead to a healthier, happier and longer life for your dog. They also point out that as your dog ages, exercise can help reduce vet future bills. And no matter how sensitive you or your dog is to pollution, pollen and weed allergen, your dog can still get his/her needed exercise at home. Finally, it can reduce worries about walking your dog at dawn or late at night or on a busy street. Dogpacer says exercising your dog indoors can eliminate many problems, but don’t forget they also like to interact with other pets, so make sure you and your pet get plenty of outdoor quality time too. Dimensions: Long 42”, Wide 21.5”, high 28.5”. Running degree of angle - 4.5, weight: 48.4 Lbs. Good for pets up to 55 lbs. Speed: from 0.5 to 7.5 mph (0.1 increments). 110v AC. $479.00. Dogpacer also makes a larger model for dogs up to 179 pounds for $20 more.
A dog tries the DogPacer for the 1st time! http://youtu.be/LqnNtyx7i2E
See or hear this show: www.twit.tv/giz1387
Reader Comments (1)
These can be a lifesaver when there are snow and ice outside. They can be essential when the owner is disabled, wheelchair bound or elderly. This is a great way to spoil your pet by doing something for its health. There are models that even fold to take up minimal space in a small apartment or condo.