The Best Yard Leashes and or Stakes for Dogs
Dogs love to be outdoors! In fact, many breeds enjoy communing with nature so much they don’t want to come inside at all. Though some dogs can be trained to stay within the confines of an unfenced yard, most dogs do have a penchant to wander. Since any dog that decides to explore on their […]
What to Consider When Creating a Pet-Friendly Garden
With summer just around the corner, many people are making plans to spend lots of time in their gardens. Though much care and consideration goes into the design of any flower bed or vegetable garden, people with pets have more than just esthetics to think about. Since many plants, pesticides, and fertilizers can be harmful […]
Can Dogs Eat Strawberries?
If you love strawberries you’re not alone. Many dogs love them, too! When warm weather arrives and strawberries are plentiful, it’s fine to share some these delicious berries with your dog. They’re nutritious, too! Strawberry Facts The garden strawberry we know today is a hybrid species that was first grown in France in the 1750s. […]
CBD Oil for Dog Anxiety Problems
Just as some people struggle with anxiety problems, so too do some dogs. Helping your dog overcome anxiety issues can be very challenging. Many people try to identify specific triggers that they can then address through the services of a behavior modification specialist or desensitization techniques. While these modes can be effective, it is often […]
Month Six of a Puppy’s Life – What to Expect
When you come to the sixth month of your puppy’s life, you’ve reached a milestone. Your pup is now halfway through his first year of life, and many families take advantage of the date to celebrate. Though your puppy has already gone through a number of different phases physically, developmentally, and socially, this growing period […]
When Do Puppies Open Their Eyes?
A lot of exciting developments take place in the first few weeks after a puppy is born. Many potential dog owners are surprised to discover that puppies begin their lives without the ability to see or to hear. Unlike other mammals who are born with the capability for more independence right from the time they […]
Dog Breeds That Don’t Bark A Lot
When many families begin their search for the perfect pooch, one of the top things on their list is a dog that doesn’t bark a lot. Since most neighborhoods do observe noise laws, finding a dog who won’t keep your neighbors awake with his howling throughout the night is a high priority for many people. […]
Celebrating Cinco de Mayo with Your Dog
If you’re like most dog owners, you’re always on the look out for an opportunity to party with your pooch. Whether it’s chowing down on a Thanksgiving meal, building snowmen out in the snow, or exchanging valentines on Cupid’s annual holiday of love, it’s always fun to include your dog in the celebrations too. But […]
Taking Your Dog for a Bike Ride
Every dog needs to get in regular daily activity. Most owners think of heading out for a walk or a run when it comes to something fun to do with their dogs. But dogs are well-suited to a number of different activities besides the more traditional ambulatory ones. Many dogs love to swim. Since swimming […]
When Are Puppies Old Enough to Be Separated from Their Mothers?
When a family decides to add a puppy to their home, it is an exciting time. There are trips to the local pet store to purchase just the right things to make a house feel like a home when Fido arrives. Many people wonder why eight weeks of age seems to be the magic number […]
Dressing Like Your Dog | What are Your Thoughts
To dress up your dog or not to dress up your dog—that is the question! With so many adorable options on the market today, “cuting” up your pooch in your favorite fashions is a tempting idea. Whether your idea of fun is a matching pedicure in a pretty hue, similar neck jewellery, or even identical […]
Low Energy Dog Breeds
If you’re looking to add a pooch to your family, you’ve likely spent a lot of time considering what breed is the right one for you. With breeds available in every shape, size, coat type, and color, it can be very difficult narrowing down the selections to just one dog. Most families maintain extremely busy […]
How Many Teeth Does a Dog Have?
If you are the proud owner of a baby puppy, you’ve likely been on the receiving end of a few love bites while your pooch undergoes the teething process. Teething occurs when adult teeth begin to erupt through the gumline. In order to make room for the permanent adult teeth, the baby teeth must first […]
Why Do Dogs Howl at Sirens and Horns?
Dog owners worldwide are quite familiar with Fido joining in to the different noises he encounters in his day to day life. From barking at the vacuum cleaner to baying at the mailman to letting out raucous bellows at smoke alarms, fireworks, or even claps of thunder, it seems every dog likes to make some […]
When Do Puppies Start to Hear?
Many people are surprised to discover that puppies are born without the ability to hear or to see. Unlike other species of animals, a puppy enters this world without fully mature ears and eyes. These faculties are sealed tightly shut for another few weeks in the development cycle before opening and being introduced to the […]