Welcome to part two of the puppy tips and tricks! There are so many things to keep in mind when a new one arrives, I hope I can squeeze in a decent amount and be helpful to some of you. We spoke about the crate, and using it as an aid in house training. This [...]
In last week's blog we covered some main points and tips about pet nutrition. If you didn't get a chance to look at it, find it here. In speaking about your animal's food, it's important to remember that every pet is different, and that this discussion is completely dependent on your animal. We covered some [...]
When you set out for your outdoor adventures a good scout will be prepared! This is not limited to your safety, but consider your dog's as well. I too am an avid hiker, and where I go the pup goes. It's important to make sure you have the right equipment for them as well. There [...]
As much as we humans love to celebrate our National Holiday, the ways in which we do so can be extremely stressful to our fur babies. That's right, 'tis the season for fireworks. Many dogs have this fear and it is perfectly natural for them to react to such loud sounds. Even more so, the [...]
So your beloved furry friend is reaching their twilight years and it's time to start getting serious about their health. You provide them with lots of love, walks, cuddles, and play time...but is that enough? Just like us, dogs need a little boost as they get older, and the solution to a lackluster coat or [...]
Whether you're a new doggy parent, trying to choose the best tools to use with your pooch, or you're a longtime owner considering a change- let's discuss the benefits of switching to a harness when walking your pet! There's nothing wrong with doing things "the old-fashioned way", using their collar to leash up before hitting [...]
Just listening to the wild weather outside is enough to convince us to spend the day cozied up with a book and our furry companion at our sides! Why not use the rainy-day opportunity to whip up a little something special for the pup in your life! Store-bought treats can often be full of fillers [...]
It may not feel like it some days, but spring has officially sprung! Sunnier skies, blooming flowers, longer trail walks with your furry friends....and TICKS! We see the signs of warning outside veterinary offices all over the city this time of year...it's important to protect our pets and ourselves from this nasty pest. But while [...]
Dogs, like humans, are vulnerable to Lyme disease, as well as other tick-borne ailments such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever, so it’s important to perform regular tick checks every time your dog returns from playing near wooded areas. Ideally, pets should be checked for ticks any time they’ve been outside, especially if they’ve been out hiking [...]
Whether you follow the rules or not, most pet owners have heard it said that pets should never be confused for people at bath time. Shampoos, as far as the rules are concerned, are species specific. Some folks think that the difference between human and pet shampoo is simply a clever marketing ploy, and [...]
