Are You Allergic To Your Pet?

If you suffer from pet allergies, it can be very frustrating. You want to love your cat or dog, but hate how they make you sneeze! You may be comforted to know that 15-20% of the population is allergic to animals. And instead of suffering through, there are ways you can alleviate symptoms, mostly by cleaning your home and cleaning …

Essential Dog Vaccinations

Your dog needs to have regular vaccinations in order to stay healthy. If you want to bring your dog to public places, such as on the airplane, work, or school, it is often required your dog have these vaccinations. Each state has its own laws governing the administration of the rabies vaccine. Some areas require yearly rabies vaccination. Other areas call …

How to Keep Your Dog Safe On a Road Trip

If you’re planning on traveling with your pet on a road trip, it’s not enough to just put them in the back seat and take off. Follow these car travel safety tips to prepare for a smooth ride: Prep your pet for the trip Get your pet ready for the ride by taking them on short drives, and gradually lengthening …

Guide to Pet Allergies

Pets can get allergies just like humans. And because they spent much more time rolling and climbing around grass, flowers, and plants, they can actually have a worse reaction than their owners. Pet allergy symptoms can be the same as humans: coughing, sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes. It can also cause itchy ears and eyes, which may make your pet …

5 Essential Dog Care Tips

Owning a dog is an exciting thing! However, you want to make sure you are caring for your dog properly so they are healthy and happy. Follow these five dog care essentials: Spay or neuter your dog Dogs who have this routine surgery tend to live longer, be healthier and have fewer behavior problems (e.g., biting or running away). By spaying or …

Outside Activities To Do With Your Dog

As the weather warms up this spring, there are endless more opportunities to bond with your pup outside! Take your dog outside this weekend with one of these fun activities:   Biking Many dogs love to tag along while their owners ride. Since it can be dangerous to allow your dog to run free, you can buy bicycle attachments that …

Importance of Heartworm Protection

Did your family get a new puppy? How exciting! A new dog is so much fun for the whole family, but in the flurry of new toys, names, and potty training, you may forget some important steps you need to take for their health.   Getting your puppy protected against heartworm right away can prevent a lot of issues down …

How to Make a DIY Dog Toy

Treat your dog to a homemade toy! Whether it’s for Valentine’s Day or just something for your good boy, a DIY dog toy is fun and easy to make. Your dog will love playing with a toy you made yourself. Here’s how to make one:   Supplies needed: Old ball (a tennis ball* works great) About 1/2 yard of Fabric (You …

How to Tell Your Dog Loves You

Even though your dog can’t buy you flowers or tell you he loves you, there are many ways he’ll show affection. Look out for these signs of love! 1.He cuddles after eating Food is the ultimate motivator for a pup, and what they do after shows their second priority. If your dog comes over and cuddles with you after he’s …

3 Helpful Dog Care Essentials

If you’ve just received a new dog and are feeling a little overwhelmed, don’t worry. Keeping your dog happy and safe is easy, with a few tips. Follow these dog care guidelines and you’ll have a stress-free life with your dog!   Microchip Identification While your dog should always wear a collar and tag with your information, a microchip is …