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Healthy Meal Add-Ins For Dogs: Make Meals Tasty Again
Dogs can get tired of eating the same old food day in and day out. One longtime client, now a senior dog, has lost three pounds. Her owner indicated the dog doesn’t seem interested in her food, but when I visit and offer a treat, it is readily accepted and eaten. Disclosure: This post contains […]
Continue ReadingDog’s Sense of Smell: What Dogs Learn From Scent
Have you noticed how thoroughly your dog sniffs you when you return home after being away? With a dog’s sense of smell (10,000 to 100,000 times keener than humans), he can determine our mood, or if we’re ill. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We receive a small commission on goods purchased via these links, […]
Continue ReadingHeat Stroke In Dogs: Pay Attention to Signs
Have you heard of hyperthermia? That is a rise in body temperature beyond the normal range. It usually occurs due to inflammation in the body or a hot environment. When a dog is exposed to extreme elevated temperatures, he can suffer from heat stroke or heat exhaustion. If your dog suffers from heat stroke, that […]
Continue ReadingGetting a Puppy? Answer These Questions First
A client of mine got a puppy a few weeks ago. The puppy is sweet and very cute, but their resident dog has not accepted having the puppy in their home. During the first week, my client was commenting on the lack of sleep since the puppy arrived. Adding a puppy to the family is […]
Continue ReadingKeep Your Dog From Becoming Lost
It’s scary how quickly a dog can become lost! There are several steps you can take to keep your dog from becoming lost. Here are some suggestions: Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We receive a small commission on goods purchased via these links, at no additional cost to you. Accompany your dog outside Often, dog […]
Continue ReadingK9 Veterans Day: Honoring Those That Served Our Country
Approximately 3000 K9 veterans serve alongside our soldiers in the heat of battle and are dedicated warriors whose existence is often unrecognized. Fortunately, there has been a renewed interest in adopting these service dogs as they retire from their military careers. However, it can be quite costly, as the military does not always pay for […]
Continue ReadingHiking With Dogs: Safety Tips, and Gear For Hitting Trail
Hiking with dogs can be a great bonding experience. Before hiking, you and your dog should spend time getting prepared. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We receive a small commission on goods purchased via these links, at no additional cost to you. Before Hiking With Dogs: Are You Both In Shape? The first step […]
Continue ReadingTraining Your Dog: What’s The Best Age To Start?
Years ago experts advised waiting for 6 months to a year old before training your dog. Methods have changed and are much more motivational than in the past. If you choose a trainer who uses motivational methods, 4 months of age is the optimal time for beginning formal training. Once a dog reaches the appropriate […]
Continue ReadingPoodle: Learn More About This Best In Show Breed
In last night’s Best In Show competition at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, Siba, a Standard Poodle, was crowned the winner. Although Poodles have the appearance of being very fragile, they are anything but that! They come in three sizes: Toy, Miniature and Standard. Poodle Facts This breed is often believed to be of […]
Watch VideoPet Dental Health Month: Dogs Need Good Dental Care, Too
Did you know that February is National Pet Dental Health Month? Well, it is…and it’s time to focus on your pet’s mouth to keep his health in check! It’s not just about a sweet smile and those pearly whites! It has been noted that more than 85% of pets over the age of four have […]
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