A Day in the Life of Piranha Banana: WW: Getting Fit with ReelPaws, K9 Fit Club and DogTv

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

WW: Getting Fit with ReelPaws, K9 Fit Club and DogTv

We were called upon ReelPaws Productions to film some pilot episodes for K9 Fit Club which will air on DogTv. ReelPaws Production is a Chicago based production company who specializes in filming animals for videos, television, advertising and marketing materials. K9 Fit Club focuses on pet and human partner fitness to help both dogs and their owners lose weight and stay fit. I was excited to have been included in this project and as DogTv subscriber am looking forward in seeing this program happen because I think it will encourage fitness in dogs and their owners. My Momma used to be a fitness trainer many moons ago and feels that it will also encourage her and her friends to work out with their doggies. Plus, we've recently learned that K9 Tailshakers has started a K9 Fit Club within their facility - we are excited because this is the facility where our Chihuahua group meets on a monthly basis - how cool is that?

Check out all the cool photos taken of us.

Michael (left, in red top) is a certified trainer and held me for the third episode.
Penny Warring (right, in blue top) is the COO of K9 Fit Club.

Joanie, (left) worked with me on the fourth episode.
Tricia Montgomery (middle, in red) is the founder of K9 Fit Club.

37 comments:

Golden Woofs! SUGARNovember 4, 2014 at 11:17 PM
COOL! you guys are part of the k9FitClub TV. Golden Woofs
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Kari NeumeyerNovember 5, 2014 at 12:16 AM
Such fit peoples and pups!
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Ruth Cox aka abitosunshineNovember 5, 2014 at 12:37 AM
How terrific to be a part of the K9 Fit Club for DogTv! What a wonderful way for dogs and their human friends to stay in shape, together.
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UnknownNovember 5, 2014 at 2:27 AM
Sounded like fun and we like fit as it = healthy and happy. Have a wonderful Wednesday.
Best wishes Molly
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Groovy GoldendoodlesNovember 5, 2014 at 7:09 AM
That's fantastic. Congrat's to you and your Mom!
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Talent HoundsNovember 5, 2014 at 9:32 AM
Congrats! Looks like a really fun time.
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KiaNovember 5, 2014 at 9:57 AM
How cool! Looks like you guys are having fun being fit :)
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Tenacious Little TerrierNovember 5, 2014 at 12:57 PM
Nice! Did you enjoy the filming?
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Lessons From A Paralyzed DogNovember 5, 2014 at 1:15 PM
Piranha you are a very fit dog. The class look like our canine physical therapy sessions.
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OhMyShihTzuNovember 5, 2014 at 4:28 PM
how cool!! we love all the FitPaws equipment that was used, cause we like to work out too!
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Dogs Luv Us and We Luv ThemNovember 5, 2014 at 4:30 PM
What a great concept, the K9 Fit Club! Great pics, looks like Piranha had a blast & I'll bet everyone on set loved working w/ Piranha!
Love & Biscuits,
Cathy, Isis & Phoebe
www.dogsluvusandweluvthem.blogspot.com
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UnknownNovember 5, 2014 at 6:25 PM
This is awesome! We would never let Mom put us on a ball, but you look great! Cant wait to see the final product!
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Jackie BouchardNovember 5, 2014 at 8:16 PM
That's super cool! And how brave and talented you are to stand on taht ball!
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Pawesome CatsNovember 5, 2014 at 8:57 PM
Great photos and a cool event - the trick to exercise is to make it fun and it looks like you succeeded!
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AnonymousNovember 6, 2014 at 2:34 AM
Cool! Exercising should be made fun!
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Angry Girl FitnessNovember 6, 2014 at 4:31 PM
Omd! So much fun!
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stellaroselongNovember 7, 2014 at 12:26 PM
thank you for leaving such a nice comment on our blog for sweet macey!!
stella rose
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AnonymousMarch 26, 2015 at 1:50 PM
It is wonderful idea to get fit for dog it is very useful post i really like your post keep sharing this wonderful posts

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UnknownApril 30, 2015 at 12:17 PM
this is remarkable program introduce by K9 Fit Club and Dog Tv. now its aware for audience to getting fit and healthy to follow this exercise.

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UnknownJune 23, 2015 at 5:05 PM
Yoga is the best exercise for everyone specially for dancers because dancer must look fit if dancer
is not fit they can't do their best in performance ,
thanks for share this great activity .

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FOODS THAT ARE TOXIC TO DOGS

1 - Chocolate

(abnormal heart rhythm, tremors, seizures, death)

2 - Onions/garlic/chives powdered, raw, cooked, or dehydrated

(can destroy a dog's red blood cells, leading to anemia and breathlessness)

3 - Grapes and raisins

(kidney failure, vomiting, hyperactivity, heart failure, can become lethargic/depressed/disoriented)

4 - Avocados/guacamole

(congestion, difficulty breathing, fluid accumulation around the heart)

5 - Coffee

(caffeine poisoning -restlessness, rapid breathing, heart palpitations, muscle tremors, bleeding)

6 - Gum/sugar free candy and foods (Xylitol)

(seizures, heart failure, death)

7 - Alcohol

(vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, coma, death-the smaller the dog, the greater the effect)

8 - Nutmeg

(tremors, seizures and death)

9 - Macadamia nuts

(muscle tremors, weakness or paralysis of the hindquarters, vomiting, elevated body temperature and rapid heart rate)

10 – Greasy Fat/Foods – Fat off a steak/meats, French fries, etc.

(stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea, pancreatitis)

11 – Salt (and Salty foods) chips, pretzels, etc.

(sodium iron poisoning/vomiting, diarrhea, tremors, elevated body temperature, seizures, death)

12 - Unbaked bread/cookie dough

(causes gastric obstruction -raw, fermenting dough produces ethanol, which quickly causes alcohol poisoning)

13 – Milk

(stomach upset, vomiting, diarrhea)

If you are not sure if a food is safe, visit the ASPCA website or call: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center: 1 (888) 426-4435

What are some ‘people’ foods you can give as snacks safely?

1 – Carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, peas & corn (boiled, cooked/frozen, etc.)

2 – Banana slices (in moderation)

3 - Tomatoes (without the green leaves on top)

4 – Apples, oranges, cantaloupes and watermelon slices (no seeds)

5 - Plain pasta noodles (in moderation)

6 - When sick - plain white rice w/boiled ground beef or chicken

7 - Canned Pumpkin (plain) (good for hardening the stool) (no pumpkin pie – it contains nutmeg!)

9 –Boiled/frozen plain green beans (good for hardening the stool)

10 – Piece of plain cheese/cottage cheese (in moderation)

Please wash all fruits & vegetables before feeding

I was born January 1, 2007. I immediately began extensive training towards certification for the CGC, therapy, behavior and services. I visit and work with Silver Cross and South Suburban Hospitals, Ronald MacDonald House, Hines VA, nursing homes, schools, libraries, help children improve their reading skills and participate in health fairs and programs geared to bring therapy assistance to the community. You may have seen me in a commercial for the Lucy Pet Foundation on the Hallmark Channel. I also appeared on DogTV's K9 Fit Club - their opening sequences (the little dog on the ball) and on two episodes of the program. I was also a WCIU TV Channel 26 Top Dog twice. I have been on a few commercials and modeled at the International Kennel Club Show in Chicago. I love modeling, you may have seen me at Chicago's Fashion Fest run way show, Chicago Sun Times' Holiday Guide on the Magnificent Mile. American Dog Media Magazine featured me on their "Famous Dogs with Friends on Facebook" pages. I wrote a community column with Tinley Junction titled "Piranha's Tales" and run South Suburban Chihuahua group with over 200 members. We work with various charitable organizations, helping local shelters, rescues and fosters. I love to travel. Some of my favorite places are Colorado, Puerto Rico, Las Vegas and my favorite is Marco Island. I enjoy going to see movies, ballet, sports events and live theater. I love school! I learned to hi-five, hide, roll-over, bang-bang, sit pretty, patty cake, take a bow, wave hello and shake paw. My favorite foods are bananas (of course), carrots and broccoli. I love my best friend Birdie (a cocker spaniel) fluffy blankets, floppy toys, sunshine on my belly and lying on fresh green grass.

Monkey

My pain-in-the hind failed foster brother Monkey. Monkey's bday is April 06, 2011. Monkey's mother and father were given up because the owner had cancer. Monkey was taken in as a foster but was rejected when the families found he was too small. He soon developed severe bleeding (back there) which continued on for two months. Several hundreds of dollars later, my daddy said Monkey should just live with us forever (and that he loved him). Now I have a fun brother to play with. Though he sometimes annoys me, takes my food, my bed, my toys. Everything.

A Day in the Life of Piranha Banana

Tuesday, November 4, 2014

WW: Getting Fit with ReelPaws, K9 Fit Club and DogTv

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