What's New @ Animal Designs January 2004
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1. What's New
2. Pet Journals
3. Featured Item
4. 7 Steps to a Happier Pet
5. Drawing and Fun Stuff
6. Comments-Questions-Suggestions
7. How to Unsubscribe

1) WHAT'S NEW
Win a $15 Gift Certificate from Animal Designs!!! Yes, a gift of
your choice. Just think of a catchy name for our newsletter and send
it to us. We will be taking entries through Jan 25th, 2004. All
names are welcome so submit as many names as you can think of. As we
begin the new year, we also want to thank all our valued customers
for their support and wish you all the best for 2004. Happy New Year!

2) PET JOURNALS
Pet Instructions
Dear Dogs and Cats: When I say to move, it means go someplace else --
not switch positions with each other so there are still two of you in
the way. The dishes with the paw print are yours and contain your
food. The other dishes are mine and contain my food. Please note,
placing a paw print in the middle of my plate or food does not stake
a claim for it becoming your food and dish. Nor do I find that
aesthetically pleasing in the slightest.
The stairway was not designed by NASCAR and is not a racetrack.
Beating me to the bottom is not the object. Tripping me doesn't help,
because I fall faster than you can run.
I cannot buy anything bigger than a king size bed. I am very sorry
about this. Do not think I will continue to sleep on the couch to
ensure your comfort. Look at videos of dogs and cats sleeping. They
can actually curl up in a ball. It is not necessary to sleep
perpendicular to each other stretched out to the fullest extent
possible. I also know that sticking tails straight out and having
tongues hanging out the other end to
maximize space used is nothing but sarcasm. My compact discs are
not miniature Frisbees. For the last time, there is not a secret exit
from the bathroom. If by some miracle I beat you there and manage to
get the door shut, it is not necessary to claw, whine, try to turn
the knob, or get your paw under the edge and try to pull the door
open. I must exit through the same door I entered. In addition, I
have been using bathrooms for years, canine attendance is not
mandatory.
The proper order is: 1) kiss me, and then 2) go smell the other
dog'sbutt. I cannot stress this enough. It would be such a simple
change for you.
www.petwarmers.com
We all have stories that we like to tell our friends about our pets,
so send us your favorite "tail", and we will select one each month
to feature in our newsletter.

3) FEATURED ITEM
Keep that cold winter chill away with our door draft stopper. It
measures 36" X 7", is made of cotton outer shell, stuffed with
polyfill and is machine washable. This attractive and functional
draft stopper will be the talk of your guests and enhance your decor.

4) 7 STEPS TO A HAPPIER PET
1}Make sure your pet wears an identification tag to enable him to be
returned to you if lost.
2}To prevent destructive animal behavioral problems, make sure you
enroll your new puppy or dog in behavioral training classes.
3}Animal behavioral problems can be health related. Make sure your
pet has a complete medical exam by a veterinarian at least once a
year.
4}Prepare for disasters. Make sure you have a plan for your pet in
the event of a hurricane, tornado, fire or flood.
5}Plan for your pet's future in case something happens to you.
6}Learn how to avoid dog bites, and how to prevent your dog from
biting.
7}Have a heart, be smart and make sure your pet is spayed or neutered.
adapted from The Humane Society

5) DRAWING & FUN STUFF
Congratulations to Joanne S ..the winner of the paw print mini-bag.
January's drawing is a paw print polar fleece scarf.. After entering
your name, check out the rest of the fun page at
http://www.animaldesigns.com/trivia.htm
Thanks to Barbara W. for submitting this month's photo of her
adorable goats, Moms & Babes. We would like to honor your pet next
month, so send us a copy of their photo either by email or snail
mail.
December's question was: How do you care for your pets teeth? Lots
of bones & biscuits seems to be the preferred way to care for our
pets teeth with 197 votes followed by the yearly visit to the vet
(88) and brush & floss daily (22)

6) COMMENTS-QUESTIONS-SUGGESTIONS
A recent question was " Are your products ever on sale?" "Sales"
are reductions of markups to make you think you are getting a
bargain. Our items are all custom made by us and priced fairly to
give you the best value, so when you shop Animal Designs you know you
are getting truly unique.

As always, we appreciate your comments, questions and suggestions
and we've provided this link for sharing this newsletter with your
friends. http://www.recommend-it.com/l.z.e?s=620320 Thank you for
taking the time to tell your friends and family about Animal
Designs. It is the ultimate compliment and we greatly appreciate it.

All the Best,
Jeanie
Animal Designs
www.animaldesigns.com
1.866.468.1739