Ideal Human Companions

• Outdoorsy types
• Families
• Experienced dog handlers
• Cold-climate dwellers

Trademark Traits

• Courageous
• Outgoing
• Dependable
• Alert
• Sensitive

What They Are Like to Live With

The Norwegian Elkhound brings character, friendliness and energy to any household. Loving and welcoming, it loves attention and quality time with family members. However, similar to other Arctic breeds, the Norwegian Elkhound has an independent side: It can be slightly reserved with new people and resistant to some training. It also tends to bark—a trait carried down from its hunting ancestors. Overall, Norwegian Elkhounds are pleasant, clean and protective. And they get along great with kids.

Things You Should Know

Norwegian Elkhounds can live as long as 15 years. Common health problems include hip dysplasia, eye problems and thyroid problems. The Norwegian Elkhound’s dense coat is fairly easy to groom. A good brushing every few days will keep it looking great. During shedding seasons, you might want to do the brushing outdoors. Norwegian Elkhounds should not be bathed too often: Soap can remove their natural weatherproofing.

Norwegian Elkhound History

An ancient breed, the Norwegian Elkhound dates back more than 6,000 years. These dogs served Scandinavian farmers and Vikings as herders, watchdogs, hunters and companions. The Norwegian Elkhound’s cherished traits—fearlessness, loyalty and versatility—evolved naturally from its many years of exposure to stark climates and close companionship with hunters.

The Look of a Norwegian Elkhound

Norwegian Elkhounds are medium-sized, square-built, balanced dogs covered in thick, smooth coats that are usually gray with black tips. They have broad, wedge-shaped heads with dark, oval-shaped eyes, tapered muzzles and ears that are set high. Their muscular necks lead down to strong backs and deep chests. They have thick tails that curl over the back. Overall, the Norwegian Elkhound appears bold, alert and handsome.

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Monroe, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Everett, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Sultan, Edmonds, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Maltby, Mountlake Terrace, Kenmore, Bothell, Woodinville, Duvall, Carnation, Sammamish, Redmond, Bellevue, Kirkland, Juanita, Issaquah, Medina, Mercer Island, Seattle, Clyde Hill, Laurelhurst, Greenlake

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September 6th, 2010 | Category: Blog | Leave a comment

Marvin Versteeg

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www.SitMeansSitWesternWashington.com

As Seen On Animal Planet, Outdoor Channel & ESPN

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Serving the following WA State cities:

Monroe, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Everett, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Sultan, Edmonds, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Maltby, Mountlake Terrace, Kenmore, Bothell, Woodinville, Duvall, Carnation, Sammamish, Redmond, Bellevue, Kirkland, Juanita, Issaquah, Medina, Mercer Island, Seattle, Clyde Hill, Laurelhurst, Greenlake

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September 6th, 2010 | Category: Blog | Leave a comment

Sit Means Sit Western Washington Staff Members: Wendy Howard and Meredith Hartleben competed in a dockdogs competition in Ridgefield, WA last weekend. Wendy and her dog Riley reached a new personal best of 18′8″ and took 4th place in the Ameteur finals. Meredith and her dog Moxie also reached a new personal best of 22′10″ and took 7th place in the Pro finals. Sit Means Sit Western Washington is so proud of them!

   Wendy and ‘Super’ Riley

Meredith and ‘Moo Cow’ Moxie

Marvin Versteeg

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www.SitMeansSitWesternWashington.com

As Seen On Animal Planet, Outdoor Channel & ESPN

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Serving the following WA State cities:

Monroe, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Everett, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Sultan, Edmonds, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Maltby, Mountlake Terrace, Kenmore, Bothell, Woodinville, Duvall, Carnation, Sammamish, Redmond, Bellevue, Kirkland, Juanita, Issaquah, Medina, Mercer Island, Seattle, Clyde Hill, Laurelhurst, Greenlake

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August 20th, 2010 | Category: Blog | Leave a comment

August 20th, 2010 | Category: Blog | Leave a comment

As many know, dogs can get into trouble by attempting to consume inedible items. Whether it is a small stick, trash or worse, we need to be ready to remove almost anything from canine jaws. This is where the dog owner must be both master and protector as it takes a quick response and strong will to pry open a mouth full of teeth. Simply knowing the proper procedure will help ensure positive results and reduce the risk of a bite. Using your thumb and forefinger, press on the sides of the muzzle behind the incisors. Push inward so that the sides of the mouth are between the upper and lower jaw. Apply upward pressure to open the jaw. Use your other hand to grab the offending object and to keep your dog from closing his or her lower jaw. D.P. Hesano writes the News Blog for the online dog supply shop FidoDogTreats.com

Marvin Versteeg
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Serving the following WA State cities:

Monroe, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Everett, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Sultan, Edmonds, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Maltby, Mountlake Terrace, Kenmore, Bothell, Woodinville, Duvall, Carnation, Sammamish, Redmond, Bellevue, Kirkland, Juanita, Issaquah, Medina, Mercer Island, Seattle, Clyde Hill, Laurelhurst, Greenlake

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August 17th, 2010 | Category: Blog | Leave a comment

July 30th, 2010 | Category: Blog | Leave a comment

Power Pooch Smoothies

Recipe courtesy Rachael Ray from Every Day with Rachael Ray, August 2007 issue.

Ingredients

• 1 (8-ounce) container plain yogurt
• 1 cup blackberries or raspberries or 5 large, hulled strawberries
• 1 mango, sliced
• 1 very ripe banana
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 cup ice water

Directions

Process all ingredients in a blender at high speed until smooth. Pour pooch smoothies into small bowls and freeze. Remove from the freezer, set on the floor and let your pooch lick the treat.

Rachel Ray and her dog, Isaboo.

Marvin Versteeg

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Serving the following WA State cities:

Monroe, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Everett, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Sultan, Edmonds, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Maltby, Mountlake Terrace, Kenmore, Bothell, Woodinville, Duvall, Carnation, Sammamish, Redmond, Bellevue, Kirkland, Juanita, Issaquah, Medina, Mercer Island, Seattle, Clyde Hill, Laurelhurst, Greenlake

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July 30th, 2010 | Category: Blog | Leave a comment

Weight: 3 – 7 pounds

Height:  7 – 9 inches

Trademark Traits:

• Long, “high-maintenance” coat
• Small and cute
• Pretty and dainty
• Refined
• Feisty and vigorous
• Fearless

Some Ideal Human Companions:

• Singles
• Families with older children
• High-energy types

What They’re Like to Live With:

Often called toys with terrier qualities, Yorkshire Terriers are not your typical couch companion. They are clever, bold and independent animals with an energetic feistiness that makes itself known all around the house.

Easily trained, Yorkshire Terriers have a keen ability to remember multiple commands and adopt many obedience skills. They are top-notch competitors when it comes to sports and agility. This breed is also known for its independence. They need a certain amount of privacy to recharge, but also crave activity, involvement and attention.

No matter how many people or animals in the house, Yorkies will assert themselves, involving themselves in lots of hi-jinks that are mostly amusing and fun. This assertiveness usually comes across as self-confidence, not aggressiveness. They get along very well with other dogs and easily adapt to family life. Intensely protective, Yorkshire Terriers have a fearlessness and a relentless bark that make them great watchdogs.

Things You Should Know:

Yorkshire Terriers can live as long as 15 years, but they must be handled with care: Because of their small size, they can be troubled by a number of health problems including hip and joint issues, poor digestion, tooth decay and bone fractures. Yorkshire Terriers are fragile dogs. Be careful when holding them or transporting them and be sure to regularly feed them solid foods.

Yorkies get along very well with children, but they don’t have the patience for the sudden moves and rough play of very small ones. Also, they can sometimes be demanding and stubborn if they don’t get their way.

Like other small breeds, Yorkshire Terriers have a super-sized confidence. Keep them on a leash during walks, as they have a tendency to pick fight with much larger dogs. However, with the Sit Means Sit dog training program, Yorkshire Terriers can also enjoy the freedoms of being off-leash.

They should be groomed regularly, including daily combing and brushing. The hair on their heads grows so long, it’s often necessary to tie it in a band so your Yorkshire Terrier can see and eat without any hassle.

Yorkshire Terrier History:

Yorkshire Terriers were bred in 19th century England from a mixture of Scottish Terriers: Clydesdale, Skye, Paisley and Waterside Terriers; and were used by miners near Yorkshire to catch rats that had infested the mines. They also came in handy as hunting dogs, able to chase foxes, badgers and other small animals into their burrows. Over the years they were bred smaller, soon becoming fashionable pets and dog show standouts.

The Look of the Yorkshire Terrier:

Yorkshire Terriers are small, longhaired dogs with solid, well-proportioned frames. They hold themselves in an erect, confident and proud manner. A typical Yorkie has a flat head (with lots of hair), a medium-sized muzzle, alert and friendly eyes, and a pair of erect, V-shaped ears. Their tails are docked to medium-length while their coats hang long and straight all over. The coats are usually metallic blue on the body and tail, and tan everywhere else.

Marvin Versteeg

425.681.8032

www.SitMeansSitWesternWashington.com

As Seen On Animal Planet, Outdoor Channel & ESPN

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Serving the following WA State cities:

Monroe, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Everett, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Sultan, Edmonds, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Maltby, Mountlake Terrace, Kenmore, Bothell, Woodinville, Duvall, Carnation, Sammamish, Redmond, Bellevue, Kirkland, Juanita, Issaquah, Medina, Mercer Island, Seattle, Clyde Hill, Laurelhurst, Greenlake

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July 30th, 2010 | Category: Blog | Leave a comment

Some dogs do not mind the fireworks, while others can be terrified of them. Dogs have very sensitive ears; In fact they are 10 times as sensitive as our own. If you think the fireworks are loud, just think about what your dog is hearing. Also, consider the fact that we have few holidays a year where dogs are exposed to the bright lights and loud noises, which can catch your dog off-guard and confuse him.

The day after a night of fireworks, many pet owners find themselves frantically searching for their pets that have run away. Some pets are fortunate enough to be picked up by shelters but often times are not so lucky.

Here are some simple tips to keeping your pet’s safe:

• Leave your pets at home if they show signs that they are frightened or uncomfortable around the fireworks. Some dogs are not afraid of fireworks at all; instead, they think that they are exciting toys and will try to chase or pickup them up – which is also a good reason to leave them indoors.

• Leave them in a small room (preferably with no windows) in a crate where they are less likely to harm themselves, or your home.

• Do not leave your pets outside even if you have a fenced yard. Frightened pets will dig, climb, jump and do just about anything to escape.

• Make sure your pets have their collars and ID tags on in case they do get out. Better yet, micro chip them in case they lose their collars in their frantic attempts to escape.

• Play some music, or leave the TV on to drown out the fireworks.

• Spend some one on one time with your dog a few hours before the fireworks begin or before you leave them alone. Throwing the ball around, or taking him for a long walk can help calm him down and tire him out.

• Make sure your dog gets the chance to relieve himself before all the noise begins – just in case!

• Try giving your dog a relaxing bath using aromatherapy shampoos or a long massage.

• Add some cooked potato or cooked white rice to his regular meal to help him feel full and sleepy.

• Plan far enough ahead so you can get some dog anxiety medication from your vet.

• Give him a favorite chew toy stuffed with treats (If you freeze it the night before it will take him longer to get the goodies out.) There are many long lasting chew toys you could try, but please remember that your pets should always be supervised.

• DO NOT try to soothe or baby your dog if they begin to show signs of anxiety; it will most likely make the situation worse.. Be cheerful and confident in your tone, and reward your dog for calm behavior.

The 4^th of July is an exciting holiday and is a great time to celebrate with friends and family. Remember that your pets do not always share this excitement. Please forward this important message to all the pet owners in your lives, and stop pet tragedies from happening on this holiday.

The Sit Means Sit Western Washington Family

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Serving the following WA State cities:

Monroe, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Everett, Snohomish, Mukilteo, Sultan, Edmonds, Shoreline, Lake Forest Park, Lynnwood, Mill Creek, Maltby, Mountlake Terrace, Kenmore, Bothell, Woodinville, Duvall, Carnation, Sammamish, Redmond, Bellevue, Kirkland, Juanita, Issaquah, Medina, Mercer Island, Seattle, Clyde Hill, Laurelhurst, Greenlake

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June 29th, 2010 | Category: Blog | Leave a comment