Ultimutt Dog Care

2011-06-03T14:31:00.001-07:00

Need a break? Join Ultimutt Kids for hands-on learning about dogs! Learn something new about pets every Monday in June with fun crafts and games. For more info, go to ultimuttdogcare.com

2011-05-30T14:31:00.001-07:00

Need a break? Join Ultimutt Kids for hands-on learning about dogs! Learn something new about pets every Monday in June with fun crafts and games. For more info, go to ultimuttdogcare.com

2011-05-28T14:28:00.001-07:00

Need a break? Join Ultimutt Kids for hands-on learning about dogs! Learn something new about pets every Monday in June with fun crafts and games. For more info, go to ultimuttdogcare.com

2011-05-27T15:57:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Mini Schnauzer. Janet Jackson owned a Miniature Schnauzer named Madison.

Any suggestions for next week?

2011-05-25T15:30:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Mini Schnauzer. The Miniature Schnauzer has energy far exceeding its size and enjoys going for runs or playing games in the yard. Or going to Ultimutt :)

2011-05-23T15:47:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Ministure Schnauzer. The Miniature Schnauzer is a small, sturdily built, little dog. They are energetic, playful and love being with people.

2011-05-20T15:03:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Springer Spaniel. Millie, a springer spaniel, was the beloved pet of the Bush family and former "First Dog" of the USA. George H. W. Bush even publicly credited her with having a better knowledge of foreign affairs than Bill Clinton and Al Gore!Any suggestions for next week? :)

2011-05-19T16:25:00.001-07:00

Need a break? Join Ultimutt Kids for hands-on learning about dogs! Learn something new about pets every Monday in June with fun crafts and games. For more info, go to ultimuttdogcare.com

2011-05-17T15:31:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Springer spaniels are called 'springer' spaniels because their primary purpose as a hunting dog is to flush, or "spring", game birds from the undergrowth into the air for the hunter to shoot.

2011-05-16T15:38:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Springer Spaniel. The typical springer spaniel loves water. He's a strong swimmer and will jump in for a dip whenever the chance arises.

2011-05-09T16:21:00.001-07:00

Need a break? Join Ultimutt Kids for hands-on learning about dogs! Learn something new about pets every Monday in June with fun crafts and games. For more info, go to ultimuttdogcare.com

2011-05-06T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Shar-pei. A Shar Pei appears in the television show Lost as character Sun Kwon's pet Bpo Bpo.

2011-05-06T14:39:00.001-07:00

Sign up for the Dog and Cat CPR class at Ultimutt on May 12th from 6-9pm! For more information, go to ultimuttdogcare.com.

2011-05-05T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Shar-pei. Check out these cute share-pei puppies :)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OMVeka7WXkw&feature=related

2011-05-04T16:30:00.001-07:00

Need a break? Join Ultimutt Kids for hands-on learning about dogs! Learn something new about pets every Monday in June with fun crafts and games. For more info, go to ultimuttdogcare.com

2011-05-04T15:30:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Shar-pei. Shar-peis have blue-black mouths and tongues. It was believed in ancient times that the dark mouth, exposed when barking, helped to ward off evil spirits.

2011-05-03T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Shar-pei. This breed is the namesake of one of the lead characters in High School Musical. (We're all in this togethe!)

2011-05-02T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Shar-pei. This dog is medium-sized and compact with a "hippopotamus" head, curled tail, and distinctive wrinkled skin.

2011-04-29T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Dalmatian. Brad Nowell, the lead singer of the rock band Sublime, had a Dalmatian named "Lou Dog" who accompanied him on stage often and was mentioned in the lyrics of several songs.

2011-04-29T14:39:00.001-07:00

Sign up for the Dog and Cat CPR class at Ultimutt on May 12th from 6-9pm! For more information, go to ultimuttdogcare.com.

2011-04-28T15:30:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Dalmatian. Engravings portraying what appears to be Dalmatians alongside chariots have been discovered in Egyptian tombs.

2011-04-27T15:30:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Dalmatian. Dalmatians often curl their lips in a way that resembles a human smile. Some owners insist that their dogs do this when they think they may be in trouble!

2011-04-26T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Dalmatian. This breed gets its name from the Croatian province of Dalmatia where many believe the Dalmatian got its start, although there has been no concrete evidence that this is true.

2011-04-25T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Dalmatians. Dalmatians are often recommended to people who are allergic to dogs because their fur doesn't trigger symptoms the way most coated breeds do.

2011-04-21T15:17:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Dachshund. "Dachshunds are ideal dogs for small children, as they are already stretched and pulled to such a length that the child cannot do much harm one way or the other." - Robert Benchly

Not really a fact, but it is a cute quote! :)

2011-04-20T15:37:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Dachshund. It isn't a good idea to let your dauchshund off it's leash on a walk for a couple of reasons. One, he (let's pretend I'm puting an 'or she' in there every time) has a very keen sense of smell and will follow it in a heart beat. You can call his name all you want but he has a one track mind and that is to find that smell. Two, he loves people. He wants to say 'Hello!' to everyone. He wants to make sure there aren't any 'bad guys' that need to be barked at. :)

2011-04-19T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Dachshund. The Dachshund was bred to hunt badgers. The word dachshund means "Badger Dog". Not a particularly original name... :)

2011-04-18T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Dauchshund. Friendly, charming, and curious, Dachshunds are known for their affectionate nature and make great "lap dogs".

2011-04-15T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Husky. On YouTube, Mishka the Siberian Husky is known to be very popular for saying " I love you." Check it out here :)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qXo3NFqkaRM

2011-04-14T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Husky. Digging is their favorite pastime. Not only holes in the garden but in water bowls too. A husky owner is constantly topping up bowls with fresh water, due to the infiltration of muddy paws.

2011-04-13T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Husky. Siberians are intelligent and trainable dogs, but if they can’t see a reason for doing something to their advantage, they simply won’t do it. No amount of cajoling will help. Sounds a lot like most teenagers. Not that I would know...

2011-04-12T15:30:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Husky. Huskies are wonderful watchdogs. Their friendly nature and genuine love of people means that they will happily sit and WATCH anyone coming in and out of their owner's home. This is good news for an opportunistic burglar as a husky will watch him come in, give him a friendly lick, and help him out again with your computer, TV and any other valuables you have lying around the house. (...is that the right 'lying'? I have an 'A' in English and I still don't know...)

2011-04-11T15:29:00.001-07:00

Thanks to Brittney Michelle Garner for this weeks Breed of the Week!Breed of the Week: Husky. Husky's love to talk...all the time. You can tell them about your day and they will surely respond in detail. Though you might not be able to understand everything...lol

2011-04-08T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Cairn Terrier. Liza Minelli owned a Cairn Terrier named Lily.Any more suggestions? :)

2011-04-07T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Cairn Terrier. Cairn Terriers are of the oldest terriers whose origins start in the Scottish Highlands. I wonder if the like bagpipe music :)

2011-04-06T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Cairn Terrier. This dog is often considered "natural" looking because of its often unkempt and raggedy like coat, not to mention that mischievous twinkle in its eyes. =) (...imagine a twinkle in the smiley face's eyes. It's kinda hard to do that with type)

2011-04-05T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Cairn Terrier. Cairns are affectionate, but you’ll be lucky to get yours to sit on your lap for five minutes before his curiosity kicks in and he (or she) is off to explore something else.

2011-04-04T15:29:00.001-07:00

Thanks to Pam Weber for this weeks breed of the week!!Breed of the Week: Cairn Terrier. Like most terriers, the Cairn is stubborn, strong-willed, likes to bark, and loves to dig after real or imagined prey — flowerbeds beware. :)

2011-03-28T14:44:00.001-07:00

2011-03-26T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Boxer. Legendary actor Humphrey Bogart, star of the famous movie Casablanca (anyone watch Modern Family?), owned a Boxer dog named Harvey. Again, thanks to Lynda Burns for this weeks Breed of the Week!! Any more ideas? Leave a comment and tell me! =)

2011-03-26T07:21:00.001-07:00

Head over to the Famer's Market today with your dogs! Make sure to visit Cara, the fabulous owner of Cara's at Brunwick Place.

2011-03-25T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Boxer. The characteristics of boxer dogs include: brave, devoted, energetic, friendly, intuitive, intelligent, easily trainable, loyal, adaptable, playful, entertaining, quick learner, vigilant, hard working, intuitive and helpful. Sounds like a great dog to me =)

2011-03-25T14:39:00.001-07:00

Stop by the Farmer's Market with your dog tomorrow for a fun day of quality time together!

2011-03-24T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Boxer. Ever wonder where the boxer got it's name? Boxers balance themselves on their hind legs, making a circular motion with their front paws, similar to a boxer standing in guard. Anyone seen a video of this? Post it and tag Ultimutt.

2011-03-23T15:30:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Boxers. Boxers are energetic dogs that love to run, jump, fetch and play. In other words, they would have a great time at Ultimutt :)

2011-03-23T14:33:00.001-07:00

Make sure any fertalizers and insectisides you use on your yards are safe for your dogs to be around

2011-03-22T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Boxer. Boxers are considered highly intelligent and easy to train. However, they can be independent thinkers and this can make them stubborn and sneaky. I think I would get along well with boxers... =)

2011-03-22T14:25:00.001-07:00

Don't forget to sign up for the Humane Society 5K on April 2! It's a great way for you and your pet to spend time with each other.

2011-03-21T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Boxer. Boxers tend to be 'clean freaks' and will clean themselves regularly. If only I were more like a Boxer, maybe my room would stay clean :) (Everyone has realized this isn't actually Brook, right? She is way neater than I am. 'I' is Kameron by the way)

2011-03-21T14:07:00.001-07:00

Don't forget to get your dog a spring haircut at Ultimutt!

2011-03-17T15:30:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Standard Poodle. The Standard Poodle is very friendly, affectionate, clever and extremely sweet. :)

2011-03-16T15:30:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Contrary to popular belief the Standard Poodle did not originate from France! It actually originated in Germany!

2011-03-16T14:04:00.001-07:00

No one wants there dog bringing fleas and ticks into the house! Buy Frontline and Tick Collars at Ultimutt to stop any itchy visitors who might think of hopping onto your dog.

2011-03-15T15:29:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Standard Poodle. There are many different coat colourations in the Standard Poodle, including, White, Black, Red, Silver, Blue, Chocolate Brown and even a colour known as Cafe au lait, these are brown dogs with white hairs throughout their coat.

2011-03-15T14:01:00.001-07:00

Doing any spring cleaning? Donate your old dog crates and towels to Ultimutt!

2011-03-14T15:32:00.001-07:00

Breed of the Week: Standard Poodles. There is a pack of Standard Poodle sled dogs owned by a man named John Suter who races his pack of Standards in Alaska!

2011-03-14T14:38:00.001-07:00

Don't forget to reserve your dog a place at Ultimutt for spring break! Space fills up fast!

2011-03-13T15:41:00.001-07:00

Don't forget to sign up for Ultimutt March Madness! Buy a bracket for $5 dollars!! All proceeds go to 4 Paws Pet Pantry!

2011-03-12T14:38:00.001-08:00

Breed of the Week: Vincent, the dog on the TV show Lost, was played by a labrador retriever named Madison. Want to hear more about a certain dog breed? Leave a comment saying what type of dog you want to hear about and maybe it will be the Breed of the Week next week :)

2011-03-11T14:44:00.001-08:00

Stop by the UAFS baseball game Saturday to support the Lions, and bring your dogs with you! If baseball isn't your thing, stop buy the Farmer's Market and spend some time with your dogs there.

2011-03-11T14:32:00.001-08:00

Breed of the Week: A lab's tail is similar to an otter's! Talk about some interesting features :)

2011-03-10T14:40:00.001-08:00

Gardens look beautiful, but make sure that none of your plants are harmful to your pets.

2011-03-10T14:30:00.001-08:00

Breed of the Week: Labs are intelligent and easy to train, for those who have the patience to do it. (Unfortunately, I'm not one of those people...lol)

2011-03-09T14:31:00.001-08:00

Breed of the Week: Labs are athletic, loving long walks and games of fetch.

2011-03-09T14:04:00.001-08:00

Obesity is one of today's biggest topics, but has anyone talked about pet obesity? To get your dog moving, start training for the Human Society 5K Sat. April 2!

2011-03-08T14:23:00.001-08:00

Breed of the Week: Labrador Retrievers are great with kids of all ages.

2011-03-07T14:25:00.001-08:00

Breed of the Week: Ladrador Retrievers are the most popular dog in the US

2011-03-07T14:09:00.001-08:00

Spring is in the air...so make sure to spay or neuter your pets, or you might end up with some unwanted grandkids :)

2011-03-06T14:15:00.001-08:00

Think you know who will win the NCAAP Basketball tournament? Play Ultimutt March Madness and see how your team will stack up against the competition! $5 donation to 4 Paws Pet Pantry will buy yourself a bracket! Prizes awarded based on how many games you guess correctly each round!

2011-03-05T07:07:00.001-08:00

Don't forget to stop by the Farmer's Market with your pets :)

2011-03-04T14:07:00.001-08:00

The Farmer's Market is a fun place to spend some time with your pets on Saturday. Make sure to visit Cara, the fabulous owner of Cara's at Brunwick Place :D

2011-02-26T14:29:00.001-08:00

Top Ten Reasons Why It Costs More To Get Your Pet Groomed Than Your Own Hair Cut: 1) The likelihood of you pooping on the hairdresser is pretty slim

2011-02-25T14:28:00.001-08:00

Top Ten Reasons Why It Costs More To Get Your Pet Groomed Than Your Own Hair Cut: 2) You don't bite or scratch your hairdresser

2011-02-24T14:28:00.001-08:00

Top Ten Reasons Why It Costs More To Get Your Pet Groomed Than Your Own Hair Cut: 3) Your hairdresser only washes and cuts the hair on your head

2011-02-23T14:28:00.001-08:00

Top Ten Reasons Why It Costs More To Get Your Pet Groomed Than Your Own Hair Cut: Your haircut doesn't include a manicure or pedicure

2011-02-22T14:28:00.001-08:00

Top Ten Reasons Why It Costs More To Get Your Pet Groomed Than Your Own Hair Cut: You sit still for your hairdresser

2011-02-21T14:28:00.001-08:00

Top Ten Reasons Why It Costs More To Get Your Pet Groomed Than Your Own Hair Cut: Your hairdresser doesn't remove the boogies from your eyes

2011-02-20T14:28:00.001-08:00

Top Ten Reasons Why It Costs More To Get Your Pet Groomed Than Your Own Hair Cut: Your hairdresser doesn't clean your ears

2011-02-19T14:28:00.001-08:00

Top Ten Reasons Why It Costs More To Get Your Pet Groomed Than Your Own Hair Cut: 8) Your hairdresser doesn't give you a sanitary trim

2011-02-18T14:28:00.001-08:00

Top Ten Reasons Why It Costs More To Get Your Pet Groomed Than Your Own Hair Cut: 9) You don't go eight weeks without washing or brushing your hair

2011-02-17T14:34:00.001-08:00

Top Ten Reasons Why It Costs More To Get Your Pet Groomed Than Your Own Hair Cut: 10) Your hairdresser doesn't wash and clean your rear end.

2011-02-16T14:30:00.001-08:00

In the first Lassie film, Lassie Come Home (made in 1943), studio prop men got Lassie to lick child star Roddy McDowall's face by putting ice cream on the boy's cheek.

2011-02-15T11:04:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: Most pet owners (94 percent) say their pet makes them smile more than once a day.

2011-02-14T11:02:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: When meetings in the Oval Office dragged on too long, president Gerald Ford whistled for his Golden Retriever, Liberty. The feisty dog rushed in and pounced on people, which quickly broke up the meeting.

2011-02-13T11:01:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: Dogs can get jealous. They may try and interrupt a hugging couple or bark for attention when you are on the telephone!

2011-02-12T11:00:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: Just like people, dogs have phobias too. Some examples of phobias include thunder, stairs, hair dryers, water, lawn mowers, vacuums, balloons, and buses.

2011-02-11T10:55:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: Dogs don't understand pointing. They focus on the tip of your finger, not the item you are pointing at.

Tales from the Pack

2011-02-10T14:17:00.001-08:00

When dogs are dropped off at Ultimutt they are whisked to the back for a fun day of play. But what exactly do these dogs do all day that makes them so tired at the end of the day?

These dogs literally spend the day running around and having a blast. Tennis balls are bouncing and dogs are chasing each other. And every few minutes the door leading to the outside play area is opened and half the dogs run in while the other half runs out.

These dogs spend the day having a great time with their friends. Ultimutt provides the perfect day of play for every dog that goes there.

2011-02-10T10:54:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: The name of the dog from "The Grinch Who Stole Christmas" is Max.

2011-02-09T10:53:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: Television’s original Lassie was a male dog.

2011-02-08T10:52:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: Over 50% of all pet owners would rather be stranded on a desert island with their pet, not another person.

2011-02-07T10:51:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: Pixie, a Siberian Husky, gave birth to 7 puppies, one of which was bright green.

2011-02-06T10:50:00.001-08:00

The dog with the largest ears in the world is a Basset Hound named Mr. Jeffries. The dog's ears are 11.5 inches longs, and are insured for $47,800.

2011-02-05T10:50:00.001-08:00

There is a doggy disco held in Italy every year where owners can dance with their dogs.

2011-02-04T14:07:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: The Wizard of Oz’s Toto was played by a female Cairn Terrier named Terry

2011-02-03T14:06:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: Rin Tin Tin was the first Hollywood dog star and he signed all of his contracts with a pawprint

2011-02-02T14:06:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: 58% put pets in family and holiday portraits

2011-02-02T11:07:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: In the first Lassie film, Lassie Come Home (made in 1943), studio prop men got Lassie to lick child star Roddy McDowall's face by putting ice cream on the boy's cheek.

2011-02-01T14:03:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: 70% of people sign their pet’s name on greeting and holiday cards

2011-01-31T14:01:00.001-08:00

Ultimutt Dog Fact: An American Animal Hospital Association poll found that 33% of dog owners admit to talking to their dogs on the phone and leaving answering machine messages for them while away