Today is National Dog Biscuit Day! A day to celebrate your love for your pup by feeding perhaps one too many treats. Let’s be fair though, most of us probably have a canister of treats on the counter that we dip into throughout the day – so today’s just like any other day! In our […]
Who doesn’t love a nice fruit salad? A big bowl of fresh fruit, mixed up so you get a good blend of sweet and tart. Berries, citrus fruits, even fancy tropical fruits like pineapple or mango… But is it safe to share that sweet treat with your dog? Today we’re working through the list of
Did you know that estimates suggest that most dogs show signs of periodontal disease (AKA gum disease) by age 3! It’s true. And since the primary sign of gum disease is bad breath, most pet parents don’t even consider it because bad breath is often considered a “normal” dog thing. But when it comes to
The world of natural herbal medicine offers pet parents hundreds of choices to consider when treating our dogs. The ability to grow our own medicine and use what Mother Nature provides for healing is incredibly valuable. And sometimes, even the most common plants have some of the best properties. Many of us have them in
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We pay a lot of attention to dog poop. That might sound weird, but it’s true. You can tell a great deal about your dog’s health by taking a quick peek at her poop. Do you know what to look for? Or what it means when poop doesn’t look like typical, well, poop? Give this
Black, Brown, Red, Orange, Blue: A Guide to Dog PoopRead More »
It’s important to pay attention to the ingredient list in your pet products. If you do, you may have noticed that isopropyl alcohol, otherwise known as rubbing alcohol, is finding its way into many dog care products. You may be wondering, “What’s the big deal with that?” I was shocked to see a question on Google
Did you know that as many as 70% of dogs suffer from some type of canine anxiety? Whether it’s situational anxiety (ex. noise phobias – a fear of fireworks or thunder) or behavioral (ex. separation anxiety), many dogs display signs of anxiety throughout their lives. If your dog displays signs of anxiety, there are various ways you can help keep
The holidays are here friends, and that means it’s time to (socially-distance) visit with friends and family, cuddle up by the fire, and spend some quality time with our pets! But, and this is always important, it’s also a time when we forget the heightened risk that may arise over the season. From food to
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Many pet parents know to keep antifreeze well away from their animals. It’s a common warning animal owners get once winter weather rears its snowy head. And for good reason. Once the snow and freezing cold hits, cases of antifreeze poisoning in dogs jump, and unfortunately, this is a life-threatening scenario. So, what is it
Antifreeze Poisoning in Dogs: Prevention and ActionRead More »
With winter weather upon us in many areas, we’re loving all the pictures we’re seeing lately of dogs enjoying that first romp in the snow. The joy on their faces as they plow through the snow piles, rolling in the soft, cool fluffy stuff, or racing to catch each snowflake before it hits the ground.
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