Traveling With Your Anxious Dog
The holidays are fast approaching. Perhaps faster than some of us would like! If the impending holiday season means traveling to see friends and family for the holidays, big decisions about whether to mask or not mask (*ahem Covid*) or take your dog with you may be weighing on your mind. Our pets […]
Halloween Safety Tips For Dogs
Halloween. A time for spooky decorations, costumes, candy, and jack-o-lanterns. While Halloween is a fun-filled, exciting holiday for humans, it can seem strange and unusual and perhaps even frightening to dogs. Their world becomes transformed into a spooky atmosphere of different sights and sounds. And, the humans they love so much look different as […]
Keeping your dog engaged
I think we all know the old saying that goes something like “Idle minds cause trouble.” This saying can be especially true when it comes to our dogs. When a dog is bored, it can lead him down a path to trouble as he starts to find things he shouldn’t be doing or chewing on […]
Fall Activities To Do With Your Dog
Fall is a fun time of the year, whether you’re a human or a dog. From piles of leaves to play in, nature walks to take in the crisp air, to festivals galore, there is always something going on to enjoy the last nice days of the year before winter sets in. If you’re wondering […]
Tick Season! Yikes! Tick Prevention Tips for Our Dogs
Ticks. No one likes them. And no one wants to find one embedded in their skin or in their dog. Unfortunately, ticks are everywhere, so it’s important to know how to keep you and your dog tick-free when enjoying the outdoors. Tick season in Pennsylvania is from spring to May and Mid-August to November. […]
Ear Care For Your Dog
Cleaning your dog’s ears is an important part of grooming and hygiene for your pet to keep him happy and healthy. Ear cleanings help prevent infections and irritations and are especially important in breeds with floppy ears. But do all dogs need their ears cleaned? And how do you clean your dog’s ears, especially if […]
What to Consider Before Shaving Your Dog For Summer
As summer temperatures soar, many dog owners question if they should groom their dogs for the summer heat. The thought is tempting, especially if you’re worried about your Huskie, St. Bernard, or Goldendoodle being as hot as you wearing that fur coat. Think About This Before Getting Out The Clippers! Most dog’s fur […]
Behind The Scenes of Military and Police Dogs
Police have been using dogs to help do their work since the middle ages. The military has been officially using them since 1942. With their loyal personalities and fantastic sense of smell, dogs are the obvious option to help officers do their jobs. What do military and police dogs do? Police and military […]
Summer Picnic Safety Tips For Your Dog
Everyone loves a good picnic or BBQ celebration. Our dogs are no exception to that rule. With the allure of running and playing outside and perhaps getting a tasty treat, dogs are all too eager to jump in the car and accompany us to these festivities. Before bringing your dog along with you, consider these […]
Pool Safety Tips For Dogs
With summer in full swing, you and your dog may be looking for a way to stay cool. A swim in a pool or a lake is a great way to have fun and cool off. While this can be great fun and a wonderful source of exercise for you and your dog, there are […]