Recent Blog Posts Discover Winter Essentials for Your Home and Animals! Warm up your season with our January Newsletter—packed with must-haves to keep you and your animals cozy and prepared this winter. Read it here! Keeping Your Pets Cool in Hot Weather Summer weather is one of the best times to get outside and be active with your furry friend. However, you should keep in mind that your pet reacts differently to heat than you do. Here are some things to keep an eye out for during hot weather: Pre-hot weather grooming Before the hot summer days... Pet Dangers During the Holiday Season The holiday season is a stressful, hectic time, but it can also be a downright dangerous season for pets. Being aware of the hidden dangers that lurk in everything from holiday food and decorations to family visits is essential for all pet owners to safeguard their furred, feathered and scaled... Fall Pet Safety Tips Fall is a fun season to get out and about with your pets, but before you jump into that first pile of leaves, sip that first pumpkin spice latte, or walk down that first fall trail, it is important to keep your pets safe. Understanding autumn hazards and how to avoid them is essential for both you... Summer Season Allergies in Dogs Many pet owners are all too familiar with their own seasonal allergies, from pollen to mold to insect bites. But what about your dog’s allergies? Pets can suffer from seasonal allergies just as much as their owners, and it is important to recognize the symptoms of summer allergies in dogs to help... How To: Help Protect Your Dog Against Fleas and Ticks As temperatures begin to rise and you and your family begin to enjoy the warmer weather, it's important to get a jump start on protecting your dog from fleas and ticks. Getting rid of pesky fleas and ticks can be a hassle, but with the right products and if you follow these steps, fleas and ticks... Helping Dogs Cope With Visitors to Your Home Dogs can have many different reactions to visitors, from excited piddling and jumping to fearful growling and anxiety to barking and aggression. Every dog owner should take steps to train their canine companion to react appropriately when guests arrive, and there are several ways to help dogs have... Halloween Pet Dangers Halloween is a season when it’s fun to be scared, but there is nothing fun about the serious dangers Halloween can present to pets. Being aware of Halloween pet dangers is essential to safeguard your furry, feathered, and scaled family members so everyone can enjoy the holiday safely and... Why Is My Dog Not Eating? There can be many reasons why a dog’s appetite may change, but if your dog is not eating at all, a closer look at the animal’s diet and health may be necessary. By understanding why a dog may stop eating, you can be sure your canine companion is healthy and well-nourished with the proper diet for... 6 Ways to Keep Ticks Out of Your Yard Naturally Ticks are more than just annoying, biting insects. They can also transmit a number of scary diseases, including lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, human anaplasmosis, tularemia, rickettsiosis and more. Even scarier than tick-borne diseases with their different complications and expensive... Cool Pet Tips for the Dog Days of Summer Summer is a great time to enjoy all sorts of outdoor fun, but when temperatures rise too high, conditions can become uncomfortable and even dangerous for pets. Conscientious pet owners, however, can take easy steps to keep their pets cool and safe even on the hottest days. Know Your Pet’s... Tips On What To Do If Your Dog Is An Aggressive Chewer Have you ever come home and realize you’re missing a shoe? Chances are it was your best friend that took it. I’m not talking about your roommate. I am talking about your dog. We love our pups, but sometimes they chew on the wrong things to the point of complete destruction. When it comes to dogs... How Long Should Pets Be Outdoors In Winter Many pets love to be outdoors, but the cold, wet, windy conditions of winter can be dangerous, even fatal if pets are kept outside too long. By understanding the hazards of winter weather and how long to stay outside safely, however, every pet owner can help their cats and dogs enjoy time outside... Tips to Keep Pets and Christmas Trees Separate In many homes, a beautifully decorated Christmas tree is the undisputed centerpiece of holiday decorations. Unfortunately, the garlands, tinsel, lights, and ornaments are just as attractive to pets, but can be dangerous if cats and dogs decide this unusual tree is a new and fascinating toy. There... Toxic Foods to Avoid Feeding Pets Most pet owners are diligent about feeding their pets a healthy, nutritious diet. It can be tempting, however, to offer a pet a tasty treat, especially on a special day such as a holiday or the pet's birthday, or even as a reward for mastering a new trick or obeying a command. There are some foods,... Benefits Of Pumpkin In Your Dogs Treats And Foods With fall right around the corner, it’s only a matter of time before pumpkin becomes a part of our diet. However, did you know there are a number of benefits for using pumpkin in your dogs’ treats and foods? Pumpkin is a nutritional powerhouse and can help support healthy digestion, urinary health,... Lyme Disease Information Lyme disease – also called Lyme borreliosis – can be frightening, but when you learn the facts about this condition, you can better avoid any contagion and react appropriately if you do get infected. Lyme Disease Symptoms Lyme disease is a bacterial infection spread through the bites of infected... Safety Tips For Camping With Your Pet Camping is one of the best ways to get the whole family immersed in the great outdoors. Fortunately, it’s also an activity that can also be enjoyed by your beloved family pet. Man’s best friend was never meant to be confined to a cage or kennel, so you should definitely consider bringing your dog... How to Identify a Service Animal on Duty Dogs, cats, ferrets, ducks, parrots, miniature horses, monkeys and other animals may make amazing pets, but each of these animals – and many other species – can also be valuable service animals. But how can you tell when an animal is a vital helper instead of a pampered pet, and when that animal is... Pet Obesity: Tips On Ways To Shape Up Pet obesity is something that happens to pet owners every year. The scenario usually begins with a trip to the vet at which point your pet is weighed and the veterinarian notices that Bucky the French Bulldog has gained 10 pounds since his last visit. You and Bucky both look at the vet as if he’s... Ice Melt vs Your Pets Paws Winter walkways can be dangerous, but slips, falls and slides are not the only concerns pet owners should have about icy paths. Different ice melt chemicals may seem to create a safe walking surface, but those chemicals can be even more dangerous to pets than any ice. Understanding how ice melt can... Preparing and Dealing With Pet Surgeries The prospect of surgery can be traumatic for owners and pets alike, whether it is a simple procedure such as spaying or neutering, or a more complex procedure with an uncertain outcome. Knowing how to prepare for the surgery, what to do during the operation and how to provide appropriate care after... Is The Swimming Pool Safe For Your Pets? The pool is a great place for your family and pets to spend their summers. It’s the perfect solution to cooling down, soaking up some sun, and having lots of fun. However, like with small children, your dog can potentially be at risk of getting hurt if not properly supervised. Not all dogs are... Getting Rid of Pet Urine Smell – For Good! Every pet owner has to deal with the occasional indoor "accident" whether it is before a young pet is properly housetrained, consequences of an illness, the aging of a pet or just an overly excited or stressed pet that may have less control. What no pet owner has to deal with, however, is the... Why Don’t Big Dogs Live as Long as Small Dogs? The understanding that big dogs don’t live as long as small dogs is a well-known phenomenon among dog lovers everywhere including myself. I love big dogs like Great Danes and Dobermans and without fail someone always mentions how they live shorter lives than their smaller counterparts. The truth is...
Discover Winter Essentials for Your Home and Animals! Warm up your season with our January Newsletter—packed with must-haves to keep you and your animals cozy and prepared this winter. Read it here!
Keeping Your Pets Cool in Hot Weather Summer weather is one of the best times to get outside and be active with your furry friend. However, you should keep in mind that your pet reacts differently to heat than you do. Here are some things to keep an eye out for during hot weather: Pre-hot weather grooming Before the hot summer days...
Pet Dangers During the Holiday Season The holiday season is a stressful, hectic time, but it can also be a downright dangerous season for pets. Being aware of the hidden dangers that lurk in everything from holiday food and decorations to family visits is essential for all pet owners to safeguard their furred, feathered and scaled...
Fall Pet Safety Tips Fall is a fun season to get out and about with your pets, but before you jump into that first pile of leaves, sip that first pumpkin spice latte, or walk down that first fall trail, it is important to keep your pets safe. Understanding autumn hazards and how to avoid them is essential for both you...
Summer Season Allergies in Dogs Many pet owners are all too familiar with their own seasonal allergies, from pollen to mold to insect bites. But what about your dog’s allergies? Pets can suffer from seasonal allergies just as much as their owners, and it is important to recognize the symptoms of summer allergies in dogs to help...
How To: Help Protect Your Dog Against Fleas and Ticks As temperatures begin to rise and you and your family begin to enjoy the warmer weather, it's important to get a jump start on protecting your dog from fleas and ticks. Getting rid of pesky fleas and ticks can be a hassle, but with the right products and if you follow these steps, fleas and ticks...
Helping Dogs Cope With Visitors to Your Home Dogs can have many different reactions to visitors, from excited piddling and jumping to fearful growling and anxiety to barking and aggression. Every dog owner should take steps to train their canine companion to react appropriately when guests arrive, and there are several ways to help dogs have...
Halloween Pet Dangers Halloween is a season when it’s fun to be scared, but there is nothing fun about the serious dangers Halloween can present to pets. Being aware of Halloween pet dangers is essential to safeguard your furry, feathered, and scaled family members so everyone can enjoy the holiday safely and...
Why Is My Dog Not Eating? There can be many reasons why a dog’s appetite may change, but if your dog is not eating at all, a closer look at the animal’s diet and health may be necessary. By understanding why a dog may stop eating, you can be sure your canine companion is healthy and well-nourished with the proper diet for...
6 Ways to Keep Ticks Out of Your Yard Naturally Ticks are more than just annoying, biting insects. They can also transmit a number of scary diseases, including lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, human anaplasmosis, tularemia, rickettsiosis and more. Even scarier than tick-borne diseases with their different complications and expensive...
Cool Pet Tips for the Dog Days of Summer Summer is a great time to enjoy all sorts of outdoor fun, but when temperatures rise too high, conditions can become uncomfortable and even dangerous for pets. Conscientious pet owners, however, can take easy steps to keep their pets cool and safe even on the hottest days. Know Your Pet’s...
Tips On What To Do If Your Dog Is An Aggressive Chewer Have you ever come home and realize you’re missing a shoe? Chances are it was your best friend that took it. I’m not talking about your roommate. I am talking about your dog. We love our pups, but sometimes they chew on the wrong things to the point of complete destruction. When it comes to dogs...
How Long Should Pets Be Outdoors In Winter Many pets love to be outdoors, but the cold, wet, windy conditions of winter can be dangerous, even fatal if pets are kept outside too long. By understanding the hazards of winter weather and how long to stay outside safely, however, every pet owner can help their cats and dogs enjoy time outside...
Tips to Keep Pets and Christmas Trees Separate In many homes, a beautifully decorated Christmas tree is the undisputed centerpiece of holiday decorations. Unfortunately, the garlands, tinsel, lights, and ornaments are just as attractive to pets, but can be dangerous if cats and dogs decide this unusual tree is a new and fascinating toy. There...
Toxic Foods to Avoid Feeding Pets Most pet owners are diligent about feeding their pets a healthy, nutritious diet. It can be tempting, however, to offer a pet a tasty treat, especially on a special day such as a holiday or the pet's birthday, or even as a reward for mastering a new trick or obeying a command. There are some foods,...
Benefits Of Pumpkin In Your Dogs Treats And Foods With fall right around the corner, it’s only a matter of time before pumpkin becomes a part of our diet. However, did you know there are a number of benefits for using pumpkin in your dogs’ treats and foods? Pumpkin is a nutritional powerhouse and can help support healthy digestion, urinary health,...
Lyme Disease Information Lyme disease – also called Lyme borreliosis – can be frightening, but when you learn the facts about this condition, you can better avoid any contagion and react appropriately if you do get infected. Lyme Disease Symptoms Lyme disease is a bacterial infection spread through the bites of infected...
Safety Tips For Camping With Your Pet Camping is one of the best ways to get the whole family immersed in the great outdoors. Fortunately, it’s also an activity that can also be enjoyed by your beloved family pet. Man’s best friend was never meant to be confined to a cage or kennel, so you should definitely consider bringing your dog...
How to Identify a Service Animal on Duty Dogs, cats, ferrets, ducks, parrots, miniature horses, monkeys and other animals may make amazing pets, but each of these animals – and many other species – can also be valuable service animals. But how can you tell when an animal is a vital helper instead of a pampered pet, and when that animal is...
Pet Obesity: Tips On Ways To Shape Up Pet obesity is something that happens to pet owners every year. The scenario usually begins with a trip to the vet at which point your pet is weighed and the veterinarian notices that Bucky the French Bulldog has gained 10 pounds since his last visit. You and Bucky both look at the vet as if he’s...
Ice Melt vs Your Pets Paws Winter walkways can be dangerous, but slips, falls and slides are not the only concerns pet owners should have about icy paths. Different ice melt chemicals may seem to create a safe walking surface, but those chemicals can be even more dangerous to pets than any ice. Understanding how ice melt can...
Preparing and Dealing With Pet Surgeries The prospect of surgery can be traumatic for owners and pets alike, whether it is a simple procedure such as spaying or neutering, or a more complex procedure with an uncertain outcome. Knowing how to prepare for the surgery, what to do during the operation and how to provide appropriate care after...
Is The Swimming Pool Safe For Your Pets? The pool is a great place for your family and pets to spend their summers. It’s the perfect solution to cooling down, soaking up some sun, and having lots of fun. However, like with small children, your dog can potentially be at risk of getting hurt if not properly supervised. Not all dogs are...
Getting Rid of Pet Urine Smell – For Good! Every pet owner has to deal with the occasional indoor "accident" whether it is before a young pet is properly housetrained, consequences of an illness, the aging of a pet or just an overly excited or stressed pet that may have less control. What no pet owner has to deal with, however, is the...
Why Don’t Big Dogs Live as Long as Small Dogs? The understanding that big dogs don’t live as long as small dogs is a well-known phenomenon among dog lovers everywhere including myself. I love big dogs like Great Danes and Dobermans and without fail someone always mentions how they live shorter lives than their smaller counterparts. The truth is...
