With Easter approaching, sweets are everywhere and practically unavoidable! We know you keep chocolate out of your pup's reach, but beware of the ingredient popping up more and more lately, which has been sending countless dogs to the hospital or worse. Xylitol is a sugar subsitute common in many "diet" foods we consume, such as [...]
Ever wonder why dogs turn around in circles before lying down to sleep? Surely just about every pet owner has watched their dog spin themselves into a tizzy before plopping down onto their bed, satisfied and ready for relaxation. Almost all domestic and wild dogs show this behavior as they prepare to curl up and [...]
Adopting your pet can be one of the most loving and selfless acts you can do in your life. It is also one of the most rewarding experiences ever, just ask anyone who's adopted their furbaby! Unsurprisingly, there are many ridiculous misconceptions surrounding pet adoption and shelter animals in general. Let's take a quick look [...]
So many of us have experienced our furry companions barking well before we hear thunder, or they have suddenly come over to enjoy the old head-in-our-lap cuddle, just before rain pelts our house. The connection between imminent weather changes and our dogs knowing about them before we do, and often times their trying to tell [...]
Fashion for your pooch is certainly hot right now. It seems like every celebrity, from Martha Stewart to Ellen Degeneres, has a line of doggy clothing at your nearest pet store. Is it all for show? Or do do dogs really need clothes? While this may at first appear to be a light concern to those [...]
At Dog Gone Walking, we form amazing bonds with our clients, over years of visiting and getting to know all their quirks and unique personalities. We’re trying something new and choosing to spotlight a specific client each month, with the help of our sponsor Rens Pets Depot, to show off some of the incredible pets [...]
You may have heard -February is Pet Dental Health Month and sometimes things can get a little confusing in the world of pet ownership, so we gathered up a few of the most common dental questions in one spot - and then found all the answers! Take a read below... What is this Periodontal Disease I [...]
Dental disease is more than just a cosmetic issue — when your canine companion or feline friend has red gums, yellow teeth and stinky breath, it could be a sign of serious oral disease that could, if left untreated, lead to devastating affects on your pet’s quality of life. Neglecting your pet’s teeth and gums [...]
At Dog Gone Walking, we form amazing bonds with our clients, over years of visiting and getting to know all their quirks and unique personalities. We’re trying something new and choosing to spotlight a specific client each month, with the help of our sponsor Rens Pets Depot, to show off some of the incredible pets [...]
Most of us have heard that giving “people food” or table scraps to dogs is not a good thing. While sharing food directly from your plate probably isn’t the best idea, there are lots of table scraps that are safe and healthy to share with your canine companion. Just because it comes from the table [...]
