{"id":2269107,"date":"2024-06-16T19:10:02","date_gmt":"2024-06-16T23:10:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/dogscaping-landscaping-for-you-and-your-dog\/"},"modified":"2024-06-16T19:19:36","modified_gmt":"2024-06-16T23:19:36","slug":"dogscaping-landscaping-for-you-and-your-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/dogscaping-landscaping-for-you-and-your-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Dogscaping: Creating a Dog-Friendly Landscape"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">10<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fdogscaping-landscaping-for-you-and-your-dog%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2269107&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><p>**Summary of\u2063 Dogscaping Article**<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;Dogscaping&#8221; refers to landscaping designed to \u200censure both the safety and enjoyment of dogs, as well as their owners who love gardening or maintaining an attractive <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-year-of-living-fearfully\/\" title=\"The Year of Living Fearfully\">outdoor space<\/a>. Authored by Dixie Sandborn of Michigan State University Extension, the article highlights practical strategies for creating a dog-friendly yard that satisfies both aesthetic garden aspirations and \u200ca pet&#8217;s natural behaviors.<\/p>\n<p>The \u200darticle suggests beginning with a detailed plan of the outdoor space, noting both its intended uses and the dog&#8217;s habits. It emphasizes accommodating the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/how-twitter-contributed-to-david-frenchs-destruction-of-his-own-character\/\" title=\"How Twitter Contributed To David French\u2019s Destruction Of His Own Character\">specific characteristics<\/a> and behaviors of\u2062 different dog breeds, for example, by using dog-friendly fencing that \u2062allows pets to view their surroundings, reducing their stress.<\/p>\n<p>Other\u200d considerations include designing the landscape to \u200dincorporate areas where dogs are prone to activities like digging or lounging, using non-toxic plants, and perhaps adding features like a kiddy pool for dogs \u200dto cool off in. The\u2064 article also advises training dogs\u200d to use <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/the-usps-is-allegedly-engaging-in-covert-operations-to-spy-on-americans-is-no-agency-off-limits\/\" title=\"The USPS Is Allegedly Engaging In \u2018Covert Operations\u2019 To Spy On Americans. Is No Agency Off Limits?\">specific areas<\/a> for elimination to avoid\u2064 garden damage.<\/p>\n<p>successful dogscaping means\u200c merging the needs of the dogs with \u200bthe\u2064 desires of the garden enthusiast,\u200d allowing for a shared, enjoyable outdoor space. The article mentions resources like \u200cthe book \u201cCanine Design Dogscaping\u201d by Tom Barthel for further reading on dog-friendly garden design.  <\/p>\n<p class=\"readmore\">\n    <button onclick=\"showReadMore()\" id=\"readmorebtn\">Read more&#8230;<\/button>\n<\/p>\n<hr id=\"line\">\n<span id=\"more\"><\/p>\n<header> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/lifestyle\/\">  Lifestyle &#038; Human Interest <\/a>   <span> <\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/author\/msuextension\/\">  <\/a> <\/p>\n<p> <span>   By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/author\/msuextension\/%20\"><span>Dixie Sandborn, Michigan State University Extension<\/span><\/a> <\/span> <span>   June 16, 2024 at 3:00pm <\/span> <\/span>  <\/header>\n<section>\n<p>What exactly is dogscaping?<\/p>\n<p>Quite simply, it is landscaping for your dog\u2019s safety and enjoyment.<\/p>\n<p>Dogscaping is not only for your dog\u2019s enjoyment, it is for yours as well.<\/p>\n<p>If you enjoy the outdoors, like to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/zg-gardening-could-help-reduce-the-risk-of-cancer-study\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">garden<\/a>, or at least maintain a nicely landscaped lawn, it can be exasperating to have a pooch who does not share your passion.<\/p>\n<p>Four-legged friends do not always appreciate the hours you labor to have beautiful flowerbeds and perfectly groomed landscape plants around the patio.<\/p>\n<p>There are a few things to keep in mind if you love your pets and your lawn.<\/p>\n<p>With a little planning and training, you and your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/bombshell-new-report-reveals-details-dog-attacks-bidens-wh\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">dog<\/a> can enjoy a shared outdoor space.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Create a pup paradise with these tips! <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/Dogscaping?src=hash&#038;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#Dogscaping<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/t.co\/lORTTBsvqc\">http:\/\/t.co\/lORTTBsvqc<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/t.co\/jypKQc8NGQ\">pic.twitter.com\/jypKQc8NGQ<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Total Landscape Care (@TLConline) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TLConline\/status\/633292060875980801?\">August 17, 2015<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<div id=\"firefly-poll-container\">\n<p>Would you do this for your dog?<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p>Landscape design should always begin with a list of how you want to use the space.<\/p>\n<p>Draw a map of your property and identify the spaces and their uses. This will help you to plan how much space you have for specific dog activities.<\/p>\n<p>Also, list some of your dog\u2019s behaviors and habits. Think about their likes and dislikes.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Check out our board on Pinterest &#038; share your own <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/dogscaping?src=hash&#038;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#dogscaping<\/a> ideas! <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/AFenceForFido?src=hash&#038;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#AFenceForFido<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/t.co\/YUfbeiKidc\">http:\/\/t.co\/YUfbeiKidc<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/t.co\/nSqa6cEvYY\">pic.twitter.com\/nSqa6cEvYY<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Fence Authority (@fenceauthority) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/fenceauthority\/status\/648602541169725441?\">September 28, 2015<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Here are a few things to consider when landscaping for you and your dog:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>How much space do you have? Are you planning to share the entire space with your pooch?<\/li>\n<li>What kind of breed is your dog? What are some of the breed\u2019s general characteristics? Like humans, all dogs have different personalities, likes and dislikes. A dog\u2019s breed can tell you general inherent characteristics and certain behaviors that are in their DNA. Try to work with those inherent traits instead of against them. This will be much less stressful for you and your dog.<\/li>\n<li>Regardless of the breed, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/mark-davis-americas-freedom-convoy-makes-headlines-before-it-even-starts\/\" title=\"Mark Davis: America\u2019s Freedom Convoy Makes Headlines Before It Even Starts\">good fence<\/a> is highly recommended for your dog\u2019s safety. Different dogs and different breeds prefer different types of fencing, but in general, a fence that the dog can see through is nice as they can patrol their territory. It is much less stressful for most dogs to see what\u2019s on the other side of their enclosure. Also, when planning the landscape, you may want to leave a 3-foot \u201crun\u201d around your property\u2019s perimeter (without landscape plants) so your dog has room to patrol.<\/li>\n<li>Observe your dog\u2019s behavior. Where do they like to run? Do they like to dig? Do they love to lay in the shade where you want to plant impatiens? Do they jump into your Koi pond every time they are alone in the yard? Try to find creative solutions so the gardener in you and your best friend are both happy.<\/li>\n<li>Dogs love to dig! If you cannot deter your dog from digging in a particular area, work with it. Avoid planting your favorite plants in that spot. For example, my dog loved to dig right next to my deck. As soon as I decided it was OK, life became much better for me and my pooch. I simply planted some taller perennials around the selected digging hole and appreciated that she was not digging anywhere else in the landscape.<\/li>\n<li>Train your dog to use a potty area.<\/li>\n<li>Be vigilant when planting plants that are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/animal-poison-control\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">poisonous<\/a> or toxic to your dog. This, of course, depends on your dog and how they use their environment. This does not mean you cannot have any <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/see-strange-new-plant-near-house-immediately-uproot-call-police\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">plants<\/a> toxic to your pet, you just need to be aware of your dog\u2019s surroundings and habits. Some dogs like to chew on plants and others only chew up a few blades of grass from time to time. The best advice is to observe your pet and their interaction with landscape plants. Plan and plant accordingly.<\/li>\n<li>Add a water feature your dog can enjoy, even a small kiddy pool filled with cool water is enjoyable for your pooch on hot summer days.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"en\">Dog author Fido loves the new <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/dogscaping?src=hash&#038;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#dogscaping<\/a> trend! How have you made your yard dog friendly? <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/AFenceForFido?src=hash&#038;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\">#AFenceForFido<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/HouseLogic?\">@HouseLogic<\/a> <a href=\"http:\/\/t.co\/Djdhdvq781\">pic.twitter.com\/Djdhdvq781<\/a><\/p>\n<p>\u2014 Fence Authority (@fenceauthority) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/fenceauthority\/status\/646767271663304707?\">September 23, 2015<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>For more information about dogscaping or petscaping, there are many great books and interesting articles.<\/p>\n<p>One book I recommend is \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/s?k=dogscaping&#038;ref=nb_sb_noss_1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Canine Design Dogscaping<\/a>\u201d by Tom Barthel. This book has a lot of great information about plant selection, dog ponds, walkways, and fencing.<\/p>\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/thanks-for-the-tip\/\" title=\"Thanks for the Tip\">author includes<\/a> a chapter on fruits and vegetables to feed your dog from your garden, including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/growing-fruits-vegetables-dog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">recipes for dog treats<\/a> from the garden.<\/p>\n<p><em>This article appeared originally on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canr.msu.edu\/outreach\/index\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Michigan State University Extension<\/a>. <\/em><\/p>\n<div id=\"author-info-45298\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.westernjournal.com\/author\/msuextension\/\">  <\/a> <\/p>\n<div>\n<p><label for=\"summary-tab-radio-45298\">Summary<\/label><label for=\"more-info-tab-radio-45298\">More<span> Biographical Information<\/span><\/label><label for=\"posts-tab-radio-45298\">Recent<span> Posts<\/span><\/label><label for=\"contact-tab-radio-45298\" onclick=\"if( typeof grecaptcha=='undefined' ) { let cap_s=document.createElement( 'script' ); cap_s.src='https:\/\/www.google.com\/recaptcha\/api.js?render=6LeJFcsUAAAAAPsIEqvB1EebWbZfqRUe6ebMpGy7'; document.body.appendChild( cap_s ); }\">Contact<\/label><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Michigan State University (MSU) Extension helps people improve their lives by bringing the vast knowledge resources of MSU directly to individuals, communities and businesses. For more than 100 years, MSU Extension has helped grow Michigan\u2019s economy by equipping Michigan residents with the information that they need to do their jobs better, raise healthy and safe families, build their communities and empower our children to dream of a successful future.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>  Michigan State University (MSU) Extension helps people improve their lives by bringing the vast knowledge resources of MSU directly to individuals, communities and businesses. For more than 100 years, MSU Extension has helped grow Michigan\u2019s economy by equipping Michigan residents with the information that they need to do their jobs better, raise healthy and safe families, build their communities and empower our children to dream of a successful future. <\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/section>\n<p><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lifestyle &amp; Human Interest by Dixie Sandborn, Michigan State University Extension, June 16, 2024. Dogscaping involves landscaping designed for your dog&#8217;s safety and enjoyment. 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