I'm a Giant Squid and a member of the Giant Squidoo Top 100 Club! 

On September 19, 2007, I was incredibly honored to learn I became a member of the Squidoo pack that calls themselves the Giant Squids!

And on July 2, 2008, I became a member of the new Giant Squidoo Top 100 Club for having 100 quality Squidoo lenses!

They are the cream of the crop, best of the pack, top of the heap, Squidooers. Oh, and did I mention they are a great bunch of two-leggers, with a few four-leggers thrown in! You couldn't ask for more professional, nice, supportive bunch of Squids!

My dog sports and sports gear lenses! 

Canine CPR - Squidoo Lens of the Day! 

My lens on Canine CPR was blessed by Squidoo on August 16, 2007 as the Lens of the Day! I am very honored to have this coveted distinction bestowed upon my lens.

The lens talks about the importance of knowing CPR for your pup!

One day I was reading about my blogging friend, Tish, and how she saved her pup Cruella from choking. I am so glad she knew what to do!

It's so important to know information on how to perform CPR on your dog! You just never know what can happen.

In my lens I bring you information on how to learn CPR and when to use it. As my Mum always says, BE PREPARED!

Lenses about me, my sis and my website - JohannTheDog.com! 

A Saint and a blessing! 

Saint Francis of Assisi (September 26, 1181 - October 3, 1226) was a Roman Catholic friar and the founder of the Order of Friars Minor, more commonly known as the Franciscans. He is known as the patron saint of animals, birds, and the environment, and it is customary for Catholic churches to hold ceremonies honoring animals around his feast day of October 4.

These ceremonies are often called Animals Blessings! This custom is conducted in remembrance of St. Francis of Assisi's love for all creatures. Visit my lenses and learn more!

Be sure and visit my website! 

Be sure and visit my website - JohannTheDog.com - where you can shop for cool stuff for cool dogs!

We've put together, in one place, all the cool stuff you need for your dog!

Find dog beds, all natural foods and treats, collars, leashes, charms, training and dog sport gear, vitamins and supplements, books, clothing, toys and more!

And the best part is that we donate 10% of our profits to dog rescues and shelter!

Dog in politics! 

Political pooches play a big role in history! September 23rd is Dogs in Politics Day, so we wanted to share some interesting information and facts about dogs in the political arena.

Because, Harry S. Truman once said...

"If you want
a friend in Washington, get a dog."

Read on to find out more about dogs in politics, the role they play in history, trivia, videos, facts, quizzes, and more!

Photo courtesy of the Presidential Pet Museum.

Me on Flickr! 

Me and my brother at the shelter!

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Me and my favorite ball!

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My haul from my first agility trial!

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Featured Lens - The scoop on doo! 

Recently I got a mild bout of gastroenteritis. Not a fun thing 'cause it comes with the "Big D" and a real upset tummy. For two weeks, it was all about my doo! Was it solid, was it runny, what color was it. They even looked at it under a microscope. What????

What I learned was my 'output' is a very important guage in the status of my health, and all pups health. So in honor of my little to do about the 'doo', I decided to create this lens - a mish mash of all things doodie!

Here's to the power of the poo! Visit the Scoop on Doo!

Book and book reviews! 

• The Art of Racing in the Rain
  
  Being a dog, I love to read a book from a dog's point of view. And Enzo, narrator of "The Art of Racing in the Rain" doesn't fail me. He's thoughtful, poignant, philosophical, intelligent, reflective, hopeful, supportive and a loyal friend.
  
  "The Art of Racing in the Rain" captured me from the start. Maybe it's because I'm a dog, and maybe it's because I love racing, but mostly because it was a great story!
  

• The Agility Advantage
  
  If you need to keep your agility dog in shape, this is the book for you!
  
  Each short chapter of the book stands alone and provides a wealth of information on topics ranging from how dogs are built, how dogs move, how to feed and exercise, help them move faster and healthier, stretching and strengthening exercises and much more.
  

• Shaping Success
  
  When Mum got my sis, Gracie, she needed something to help her be not only the best dog she could be, but help her learn agility from the ground up! And she found just the book - Shaping Success by Susan Garrett. It includes a wealth of information from puppy basics, to games for building focus and motivation, to training reliable contacts and weaves.
  

• All About Agility
  
  This book was my first agility book and I loved it. It told me and my Mum all about the sport of agility, how to get good training advice, how to enter trials, all the different venues, and best of all - how to get those ribbons and titles! It is a great book for beginning agility enthusiasts - but be careful, you'll get addicted!
  

• Summer reading for dog lovers!
  
  I love a good book, a suspenseful mystery, an amazing true story, and a great fictional tale! And Summer is our favorite time to read a good book. So we got to thinking about some great reads that dog lovers would really enjoy this summer. Here's a list of some of our favorite books and some that are on our list to read this Summer.
  

The Days of Johann - an agility dog! 

Be sure and visit me on my Dog Blog! We'd love to hear from you.

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Raise a green dog! 

What is a green dog? With nearly 62 million dogs in households throughout the US, you can bet your pups are leaving their paws prints on the environment. So what can you do? Help your dog go green!

By purchasing environmentally responsible pup products, utilizing environmentally safe household products, and by taking other sustainable measures, you can have a healthier and happier pup, and help the environment at the same time!

Check out my lens and learn loads more on raising a green dog!

And also visit my lenses on:

Dog Toys Made in the USA!
Organic Dog Toys!

And keep it safe. K?

Some of my favorites! 

• Johann's favorite dog food and treats!
  
  Lots of folks ask me all the time what kind of food I eat, and what kind of treats I like.
  
  I have Irritable Bowel Syndrome, so I have to be very careful about what I eat. My IBS is 'triggered' when I come in contact with anything with preservatives, artificial flavors or colorings, and anything that's not all-natural.
  

• My favorite dog harness!
  
  Harnesses are an important item for us pups. And it's not easy to find one that fits well, doesn't restrict your movement, and doesn't have nasty buckles to rub your shoulders. But that's just what we found with our new Puppia Harness.
  

• Johann's favorite homemade dog treats!
  
  Sit, down, play dead, spin, beg, shake paw, high five, wave - I'll do just about anything for a treat!
  
  But treats can be expensive - especially if you purchase organic, all natural treats like we do. And some treats have nasty ingredients that aren't really good for us pups. So Mum will often make me some treats at home!

Honoring canine military heroes throughout history! 

This is USMC Sargeant Stubby, hero and veteran of WWI, and perhaps the most decorated War Dog in history.

Working along side brave soldiers, K9 Corps have helped soldiers fight for our freedom throughout history - saving many, many lives, with no regard for their own.

This lens honors those canine military heroes and is dedicated to thousands of dogs that have given their lives to military service over the years.

Health and care! 

• Canine CPR
  
  It's so important to know information on how to perform CPR on your dog! You just never know what can happen. Here we bring you information on how to learn CPR and when to use it. As my Mum always says, BE PREPARED!
  

• Canine Massage
  
  The benefits of massage are great. It can promote good circulation and flexibility, and alleviate arthritic pain. Other benefits include aiding in surgical recovery, helping pets heal from emotional or physical traumas, and improved muscle tone.
  

• Canine acupuncture
  
  Acupuncture is primarily used for ailments such as paralysis, allergies, and pain, and can also aid in skin problems, musculoskeletal issues, gastrointestinal and respiratory issues, and breeding and hormonal problems.
  

• Brushing your dogs teeth
  
  Keeping your pups teeth is so important. Keeping them healthy, keeps us healthy, because one of the leading diseases in us dogs is peridontal disease. And gum disease can lead to a host of other health problems.
  

• Trimming your dogs nails
  
  Trimming your pups nails is very important. More important than you may think!
  
  
  

• The importance of dog blood donation
  
  Each day throughout the country dogs need blood for serious procedures from accidents and illness. Without dog blood donors, veterinary surgeons could not perform these important and lifesaving operations.
  

• How young is your dog?
  
  Ever wonder just how old your dog is in human years? We are here to help ya out!
  
  
  

• Pacemakers for dogs
  
  Read more about pacemakers for pups, why they need them, how they get them, and how you can help.
  

• Dogs having a great life with disabilities
  
  Here we bring you lots of info on handicapped and disabled pets, what resources are there to help, available supplies and support groups to help you along.
  

• Caring for your dog
  
  I am my Mum's first dog EVER! When she got me she sure had a lot to learn about taking care of me. So we wanted to share a lot of what she learned with you!
  From potty and basic to advance training, grooming, health and fitness to play, and fun - we're bringing you the basic info you need to have a healthier, happier dog!
  

• Canine chiropractic
  
  Being the sporting dog that I am, I need to keep in the best physical condition that I can. One of the ways that I do that (in addition to massage, training, and a holistic diet) is through chiropractic!
  

• Dogs and Ticks
  
  I wanted to know more about ticks. So I posted a lengthy post about Dogs and Ticks on my blog and wanted to share the info with you here! So sit back and learn more about dogs and ticks!
  

• Deaf dogs
  
  This is Moose! Moose's ears don't work, because he is deaf.
  
  It's June 2008, and Moose is looking for his furever home. In the meantime, he's being cared for by the wonderful folks at the Alliance for Responsible Dog Ownership in Indianapolis, Indiana - and he's learning sign language. We sure hope he finds his furever home real soon!
  

Get out there and have fun!! 

Here is our latest lens - Fun things to do with your dog!

It's packed full with all kinds of fun activities you can do with your dog - from tricks, to sports, to hiking/camping and traveling, to just playing fetch!

Be sure and check it out - you'll be glad you did!

How to throw a great party for your dog! 

Whether it's a Halloween Party, Birthday, Gotcha Day, a new puppy shower, Holiday or any other significant day it's always a great time to celebrate. You can throw a fun and safe party for your dog. We're here to help!

My first Gotcha Day was the best party ever! What a day we had -- lots of pups, fun humans, games, cake, toys, presents, and goodie bags. I have to say it was one of the funnest days of my life! If you want to see everything that happened - just go to my website and check it out!

Visit these lenses for more info!
How to Throw a Great Party for Your Dog
Dog Party Games
Throw a Great Howl-o-ween Pawty

Me on YouTube! 

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Shopping! 

• JohannTheDog.com
  
  We've scoured the Internet to bring you, in one place, all the cool stuff you need for your dog. Find dog beds, all natural foods and treats, collars, leashes, charms, training and agility gear, vitamins and
  supplements, books, clothing, toys and more! And the best part is we donate 10% of our profits to dog shelters and rescues!
  

• Cool dog agility shirts
  
  Are you into agility, well say it with pride. We've put together a great list of links and shirts that you'll just love!
  

• Dog agility equipment
  
  If you're gonna do agility, you'll need equipment! We've put together a great list of resources for agility equipment, right here! And you'll find some great deals too.
  

• Dog agility books, DVDs and more
  
  Then this lens is for you. We've listed all kinds of agility books, DVD's and other resources for the agility enthusiast, whether your a beginner, or a seasoned pro.
  

• Earthdog collars
  
  Earthdog Collars feature triple layer, 100% hemp canvas construction; contoured, quick release hardware and the most distinctive, quality trimmings available. Unlike nylon and other synthetics, hemp softens with wear, making these collars extremely comfortable and long lasting.
  

• The coolest gifts for dog lovers!
  
  When one of my Mum's dog friends is having a big day, we nearly always get them something dog related - it's what we have most in common! Here we're bringing you some of the most fun, interesting, and sought after dog lover gifts we could find!
  

• My favorite dog harness!
  
  Harnesses are an important item for us pups. And it's not easy to find one that fits well, doesn't restrict your movement, and doesn't have nasty buckles to rub your shoulders. But that's just what we found with our new Puppia Harness.
  

• Nintendogs!
  
  Nintendogs is a real-time pet simulation video game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo DS handheld video game console. It was first released in North America on August 22, 2005. And is still hot today!
  

It's a dog's life! 

Me and my sister Gracie, have a pretty doggone good life! And we pass that way of life on to all the humans we meet!

One of our missions? To pass on our 'it's a dog's life' attitude. Two-leggers take note - you can learn a lot from us four-leggers - and have a happier, healthier life in the process.

So let's get started. We're gonna show you just what "A Dog's Life" is really about!

And while you're at it, visit my lens about Wonderful and wise quotes about dogs!

Interesting and fun! 

• Painting Dogs
  
  Yep that's right, dogs can paint. I did! See that painting on the left? I did that the day before my first Gotcha Day in September 2005. And there are other dogs that paint - like Tillamook Cheddar, who paintings fetch thousands of dollars. And the amazing Shore Service Dogs who paint for charity!
  

• How you and your dog can have loads of fun learning tricks
  
  Would you like to teach your dog some fun tricks? We've put together this lens to help you learn how you and your pup can learn lots of new tricks to really impress your family and friends, have loads of fun, and really bond with your pup.
  

• A Tribute to Pete from "Our Gang" and the "Little Rascals"
  
  "He was a gentle, playful and warm dog. He would sleep at the foot of my bed. He was just the regular family dog. I really miss him." -Harry Lucenay
  
  Petey made kids laugh! And he was known as a registered as an American Pit Bull Terrier, one of the most misrepresented breeds in the country.
  

• Little known and interesting dog facts
  
  There's a lot to us dogs! No really, we're a pretty interesting species! Mum and I were surfing around the Internet the other day and found out some facts about dogs that we didn't know! Some we did, but some we didn't. So we put together this lens of little known and interesting facts about dogs.
  

• Hiking with your dog
  
  Hiking is great exercise for both me and Mum. And the best part it's fun! We get to see lots of great scenery, smell some wonderful fresh air (and dead stuff, too), and we get to spend time together having a great time.
  

• Teach your dog to swim
  
  Contrary to pupular believe, dogs don't always know how to swim. Most have the intuition to paddle and keep afloat, but many lack water confidence. The best thing to do? Teach them how!
  

• Teach your dog to walk on a treadmill
  
  When I got my last injury, an iliopsoas muscle pull, at an agility trial in January 2008, I had a lot of rehab to do to get back in shape for running agility again. Mum helped me with lots of stretching and strengthening exercises, but she also taught me how to walk on a treadmill to get in additional exercise.
  

• Homemade frosty paws
  
  One reason that I love Summer is because my Mum makes me, and my sis Gracie, homemade frosty paws! They are great Summer treats - tasty, yummy, healthy, and a pawriffic cool treat on a really hot day.

Prison dogs! 

All over the country, male and female inmates in state correctional facilities are training dogs that will someday make a very positive and lasting impact on people in need. These prisoners are training dogs to become service and assistance dogs!

These transformational prison dog training programs are making an incredible impact on the prisoners, the dogs, and the people they help.

My Prison Dogs lens shares information about two of these programs, and shares more information about other prison dog training programs to bring awareness to the good work that they do!

Safety first! 

Car safety for dogs!
On a very hot, 90 degree day in July 2007, coming back from an agility trial, me, my sis Gracie, and Mum were involved in a dangerous car accident on Interstate I-70 just west of Dayton, Ohio. We are OK, but it was a very scary situation, and one we don't ever want to repeat. One thing is certain, if Mum hadn't had us restrained in the car...well, I just hate to think of what could have happened to me and Gracie. View our lens and learn the importance of restraining your pup in your vehicle and the various methods available!

Keeping Cool Dogs out of Hot Cars!
Year after year, dogs left in hot, locked cars suffer debilitating injuries and horrible deaths. We are here to help create awareness and educate; and encourage you to help prevent needless suffering!

Preparing you pets for emergencies!
Tornadoes, hurricanes, fire, flood - emergencies come in many forms, and they may require anything from a brief absence from your home to permanent evacuation. We are here to help you get ready, for whatever may happen. Like my Mum always says - BE PREPARED!

My favorite people! 

• Victoria Stilwell
  
  Lately you may have seen a new show on Animal Planet, 'It's Me or the Dog'. We've been watching it and really like Victoria's positive approach to dog training and managing dog behavior. Meet her!
  

• Patricia B. McConnell
  
  Patricia McConnell, Ph.D., a Certified Applied Animal Behaviorist, has made a lifelong commitment to improving the relationship between people and animals.
  

• Karen Pryor
  
  Karen Pryor is a founder and leading proponent of clicker training, a worldwide movement involving new ways to communicate positively with pets and other animals.
  

• James Herriot
  
  James Herriot OBE is the pen name of James Alfred Wight, also known as Alf Wight (3 October 1916 - 23 February 1995), a British veterinary surgeon and writer. Wight is best known for his semi-autobiographical stories, often referred to collectively as All Creatures Great and Small, a title used in some editions and in film and television adaptations.
• Tamar Geller
  
  Tamar Geller developed the Loved Dog method of dog training. She has created a method of training puppies that does not involve aggression, dominance, or painful choke chains.
  

• John Grogan
  
  Various experiences on college and small-town newspapers and fellowships eventually led John Grogan to the South Florida Sun-Sentinel in Fort Lauderdale, where the subject of his New York Times best-selling book, Marley & Me: Life and Love with the World's Worst Dog (Morrow, 2005), came to be.
  

• Willie Morris
  
  Willie Morris wrote one of my all time favorite books - My Dog Skip. He also wrote some of the best selling books of all time. Learn more about Willie Morris!
  

• Johann Sebastian Bach - my namesake!
  
  And I love my name, and the history that comes with it. Read more about this famous, inspirational, and talented composer.
  

Did someone say toys!!!!! 

I just love toys! What dog doesn't?

Squeaky toys, puzzles, tugs, flyers, balls, plush, interactive and more, the types of toys are endless.

Visit these lenses for some great toys!
The Coolest Dog Toys on the Planet
Super Tough Toys for Super Tough Dogs
Dog Toys Made in the USA!

And if you don't find what you're looking for here, be sure and visit JohannTheDog.com for loads more!

A new lens about my blog - Rescue Me! 

I am a very fortunate pup - have a great family, a great career, great hobbies - a pup just couldn't ask for more. So, we have been working steadily to give back, through our website and other ways.

We thought it was time to take the next step. So we started a blog that highlights pups in need; pups in rescues and shelters throughout the country.

Be sure and check it out - 'cause we will be featuring a new pup in need every day of the week. And there are great links to all kinds of rescue organizations - purebred and All-American - throughout the country.

And don't forget to grab one of our chicklets to post on your site or blog and link to Rescue Me, we know it will help a pup in need.

Rescue Me! 

Be sure and visit me on my Rescue Me Blog and help a pup find their forever home!

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My SquidFlix and movie lenses! 

Some of the best dog movies around!

• The latest and greatest movies about dogs
  
  Hi Gracie here, Johann's sis! One of my favorite pass times is watching movies. Dog movies that is! Entertaining, interesting, educational, enlightening, laughable, dramatic and just plain fun movies are my kind of movies. We've gathered together this extensive collection of DVDs featuring pups in leading roles.
  

• Top grossing dog movies of all time
  
  We're here to tell ya! There are lots of wonderful, amazing, entertaining, and heartwarming dog movies. Did you know that 101 Dalmatians, produced by Walt Disney Pictures in 1996, is the top grossing dog movie of all time, bringing in $136,189,294. It was released in 2,901 theaters throughout the US. Learn more about the top grossing dog movies of all time and see which one is your favorite!
  

• My Dog Skip
  
  My Dog Skip is one of my absolute favorite pup movies of all time. It's funny, it's sad, it's moving, and it's heartwarming. If you love animals, we know you'll love My Dog Skip - but bring the tissues!
  

• Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey
  
  I just love dog movies, and this ones is one of my absolute favorites. It has adventure, humor, trust, trials and tribulations, love, laughter and hope. Homeward Bound: The Incredible Journey is about the adventures of Shadow, Sassy, and Chance - two dogs and a cat. At home with their owners, the animals rarely get along even during the best of times.
  

• Air Bud
  
  Air Bud is one of the best dog movies of all time. It's my sis, Gracie's, favorite movie! She loves watching Air Bud shoot the hoops.
  

• Eight Below
  
  Eight Below is one of my all time favorite dog movies! I could watch it over and over. It has adventure, excitement, great acting, and above all it has loyalty!
  

• Fluke
  
  Fluke is one of my all time favorite dog movies. It's a very touching film adapted from the James Herbert novel of the same name.
  

Dog blood donors save lives! 

Each day throughout the country dogs need blood for serious procedures from accidents and illness. Without dog blood donors, veterinary surgeons could not perform these important and lifesaving operations.

When I was attacked by several dogs in 2005, I needed blood for my operation. I am grateful that the pups that donated the blood were there for me. I am creating this lens in their honor.

You and your pup can help, too. As more and more advances in veterinary care become a reality, there becomes more and more of a need for blood throughout the country. Check out my lens on dog blood donation!

Celebrate the dog! 

Everyday is a day to celebrate if you're a dog, right! Just as it should be, there are many, many days devoted to us pups and pets! Yes, that's right.

From National Dog Day to National Scoop Your Poop Week we've listed them all. Check out my lens and if you know a dog, be sure and wish them well on their special day! K?

My SquidVids - all dogs, all the time! 

• Funny dog video showcase
  
  Wanna laugh! We've got just the ticket, our funny dog video showcase! This is my sister, Gracie, and she loves to laugh. She has personally selected all the funny dog videos in this showcase so you can join in the laughter too!
  

• Talented dog video showcase
  
  Talent, talent and more talent! There are some pawsomely talented dogs out there. And we're bringing you some of the best of the best on YouTube.
  

• Smart dog video showcase
  
  Smart dogs, wow! There are some really, really smart dogs out there. And we're bringing you some of