The Pet Friendly House Releases Artist Rendering and Video to Promote the Pet Friendly House Project
The Pet Friendly House, a Calgary-based project, is pleased to announce the release of artist renderings and a video to promote the advancement of their vision. These exciting promotional materials allow visitors to get a glimpse inside the ideal home for families to share with their pets. Each room illustrated in the artist rendering displays […]
The Pros and Cons of Adding a Second Dog to Your Family
Thinking Fido’s tired of the one dog lifestyle and could use a new canine best friend? Are you wondering if adding a second dog will simply mean double the love, fun, and drooly doggy kisses? Multi-dog households are greatly increasing in popularity. But before you make the leap to adding a second dog to your […]
Best Duo Names for Dogs – Naming Pairs of Dogs
If there’s anything better than one dog, it’s two! If you’ve made the decision to add a dynamic canine duo to your home, you might be interested in selecting names that go hand in hand like peas and carrots. Whether you’re interests lie in infamous true life characters, popular comic strip teams, or something entirely […]
The Top Ten Brindle Dog Breeds
When it comes to selecting your next family dog, you’ve got a wide sampling of coat types, colors, sizes, personalities, and breeds from which to choose. Most dog owners have preferences in all of these categories, making them spoiled for choice when it comes to options. Brindle is a type of coat color or pattern […]
How Much Should You Tip Your Dog Groomer?
Dogs require regular grooming to keep their coat in tip top condition. But more than this, professional grooming improves your dog’s health and keeps him looking his very best. Since grooming is a profession that falls within the category of the service industry, many people wonder if they are obligated to provide a tip in […]
10 Reasons Why Dogs Make Better Pets Than Cats
Let’s face it; cat owners just don’t understand. For centuries, it has been an age old feud. When it comes to the perfect pet, who reigns supreme? Man’s best friend: the dog or everyone’s fave furry feline: the cat? While some families take on the best of both worlds by owning one of each, some […]
Interesting Facts and Trivia About the Goldendoodle
The Doodle craze is sweeping the nation! The Goldendoodle stands at the center of this new dog trend as the first hybrid cross between a Poodle and a different purebred breed. Originally intended to produce puppies that were low to no shedding and with the temperament and intelligence to work as service dogs, the Goldendoodle […]
Purebred Dogs Often Born by Caesarean Section
As with human beings; sometimes complications occur with dogs when giving birth, making a caesarean section necessary. Though most dog breeds do deliver their puppies naturally and without any issues, some dog types are predisposed to requiring c-sections. With most of these breeds, the need for a c-section is the result of that particular dog […]
How Do Registered Kennels Choose Names for Their Puppies?
What’s in a name? Quite a lot, actually. Whether the new addition is a baby or a family pet, people spend inordinate amounts of time trying to select just the right handle for their new family member. Names can express interests, favorite pastimes, much beloved vacation destinations, or even simply unique personality traits. Because a […]
Causes of Pet Odors in the Home
We love our pets. But we don’t necessarily love the smells that come with them. As many wonderful, loving traits as our pets have, they also have some that seem to be at odds with what we want for our homes. Odors are part of the reality of living with pets. Whether the odors are from […]
The Danger of Carbon Monoxide and Pets
Carbon monoxide poisoning is a very serious concern for homeowners. Because carbon monoxide itself is colourless and odourless, it is very difficult to detect, yet its effects are far-reaching. Statistics Canada has reported that between the years 2000 and 2009, Canada saw 380 cases of death due to accidental poisoning by carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide […]
How to Clean a Dog’s Bed – Removing Stains and Odors
No trip to PetSmart is complete without at least taking a walk down the dog bed aisle. For most owners that little stroll usually ends up in the purchase of a new comfy abode where Fido or Fifi can lay their head in luxury and style. Yet dog beds quickly accumulate things that not only […]
If Your Pet Sleeps with You, Get a Bed Protector
Many families love to share their beds with their pets. While some owners provide luxurious plush dog beds by the side of their own sleeping abode, others prefer to invite Fido to snuggle beneath the covers directly alongside them. Yet sharing your bed with your dog can mean your mattress takes a beating. From dog […]
Pet Safety in the Bedroom
Many owners like to share their bedroom with their fave furry friends. Whether your pooch has a bed fit for his own master suite or lounges alongside you in yours, it’s important to be certain that both you and your best canine pal are safe from any hazards that can befall you both. What are […]
How to Get Blood Out of a Mattress
Blood on a mattress can be a challenging stain to remove. Thankfully, there are several different things you can try to restore your mattress to looking and smelling like brand new. If you’ve just discovered you’ve got blood on your mattress, what is the best way to remove it? Why is it Important to Remove […]