Category: Tips n Tricks
If summer teaches us anything, it’s that people never learn: hundreds of dogs continue to die in hot cars each year. We all know the dangers, but minimizing those hazards is common, especially when people plan to rush into a store for five-minutes or so before running into someone they know or otherwise losing track of time.
What to Look for in a Pet Sitter
Leaving your dog with a pet sitter is a little like leaving your child with a babysitter: you want to know that they’re in good hands. This is especially true if the person you’re trusting is staying in your home, among all your valuables (along with your most prized possession: your pooch!). So, what are a few things to look for before you complete the hiring process? Consider…. Finding someone with references References speak volumes … Continue reading “What to Look for in a Pet Sitter”
10 Reasons to Buy Your Dog a Christmas Gift
Your spouse. Your kids. Your friends. Your coworkers. Your mailman. Your mother-in-law, who will inevitably ask for the receipt. Chances are, your Christmas list is long. But that doesn’t mean there isn’t room for Fido! In fact, there are several reasons to buy your dog holiday presents. Ten of these reasons include: Shopping for your pet is easy: You can shop online from anywhere for gifts for dogs. Do it from the dog park! Are … Continue reading “10 Reasons to Buy Your Dog a Christmas Gift”
Exercising Senior Dogs: Precautions Worth Taking
Dogs are preprogrammed to love exercise – utter the word “walk” and tails start wagging! But, while the will remains, the body ages. For older dogs, the walks they once savored are hindered by aching joints and hurting muscles. Of course, this affects their quality of life and not just because it takes away their beloved workout. A lack of exercise can also cause obesity and stiffness, making underlying issues worse. Thus, it’s up to … Continue reading “Exercising Senior Dogs: Precautions Worth Taking”
Dieting Tips and Tricks for Dogs
If given the chance, the average dog would eat to its heart’s content: plates of ribs, pounds of ground beef, buckets of chicken, maybe even a bag of freshly mowed grass for good measure. Dog’s love of food is, perhaps, only second to their love of us and that makes things tricky. We love and cherish our dogs and we want to make them happy. Since food accomplishes this, it can be hard to take … Continue reading “Dieting Tips and Tricks for Dogs”
Paw-Friendly Tips For Your Pooch
Of course, you already know that dogs have paws and that those paws are extremely sensitive and need careful looking after. For the most part, your furry friend knows how to look after their own paws, but sometimes they may need a little help from you, to keep everything comfortable and in working order. When your pet has a problem with their paw, either due to a condition or an injury, they’re not going to … Continue reading “Paw-Friendly Tips For Your Pooch”
