Feb
10
2016
Help keep your dog’s heart healthy with these three amazing superfoods.
Carrots
Carrots are a great source of vitamins A, C, and K not to mention fiber. (It’s also good for your dog’s eyes).
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Feb
10
2016
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It’s a day that is meant to be shared with your nearest and dearest. Today, more couples are choosing to include their dogs in their wedding celebrations. Before adding your pup to the wedding party, here are three important points to consider.
Jan
03
2016
Changes in your dog’s activity level, such as decreased eating or drinking, or changes in their bathroom habits are common signs that your dog needs to see a vet. But sometimes the signs aren’t always that obvious. Here are four signs that you should bring your dog to the vet…
Oct
01
2015
Tis the season…for pumpkins, leaves, and cooler weather that is! Autumn is a beautiful time of year, here are a few tips to help you and your dog enjoy the season safely.
Aug
31
2015
According to PetMD, some herbs and spices are not only safe but good for your dog! Aloe vera is a pretty common herb that is recommended for burns or skin irritations that your dog may have. Ginger is a tasty spice that can be added to homemade cookies to settle your doggie’s tummy. A less common herb is goldenseal; this powerful antibiotic is useful when made into a tincture and used for eye infections. Turmeric is an ancient herb that has been shown to reduce inflammation and help with bowel issues. However, it should be used with caution because it can also act as a blood thinner. Lastly, hawthorn has been shown to be beneficial especially, for older dogs with heart problems; it is an excellent antioxidant. Always check with your vet before administering any herbs or spices to your dog....
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Jul
01
2015
It’s the summer! This means BBQing, celebrating with friends, family and often fireworks. While fireworks may be fun to watch, many cats and dogs find it scary. Here are some tips on how to keep your pets safe and help them deal with fireworks.
Jun
29
2015
Keeping your dog happy can be tricky depending on the type of dog that you have and how much time you have to spend with your dog. Taking your dog for a walk in a different neighborhood might stimulate the senses and keep your dog interested. A territorial dog might be less dominant in a neighborhood that is less familiar and therefore easier to walk.
Jun
19
2015
According to Psychology Today, dogs do see in color just less colors than humans. Dogs tend to see hues of color that are not as rich as humans. Even though most dog toys are red or bright orange, dogs are likely to see these colors as brown or even black and may be difficult to distinguish on a lawn that appears as the same color to dogs. The colors that dogs can see are yellow, blue, brown, black and gray. They see the colors green, yellow and orange as yellowish, and they see violet and blue as blue. While blue-green is seen as a gray or brown....
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Apr
26
2015
[caption id="attachment_1169" align="alignleft" width="300"] Photo Credit: Yoel Ben-Avraham[/caption] Once your pet has been to the vet, it’s not easy to come back home and care for your sick pet. However, the following tips might help you to weather this difficult time until your pet is up and about. When your dog has to take pills and you’re not comfortable placing the pill on the back of the dog’s tongue there are alternatives. For example, you can crush the pill and feed it with food. However, some savvy dogs might refuse to eat if you do this, so you can try hiding the pill in peanut butter, cheese, or meat and have them lick it off your hand. Another way is to hide the pill in a small piece of oatmeal bar; the fruit filling usually disguises the pill smell. If your dog won’t drink, try floating pieces of meat in the...
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Dec
08
2014
Do have an anxious or easily excitable dog? Then classical music may be the answer. Two studies* found that compared to other types of music such as heavy metal or pop, classical music appeared to reduce stress in shelter dogs and led to increased sleeping. Interestingly, classical music that was specially designed to promote relaxation in animals did not fair any better than regular classical music. So the next time you need to calm your anxious dog, why not try tuning into the classic music station! *Kogan, Schoenfeld-Tacher, & Simon. (2012). Behavioral effects of auditory stimulation on kenneled dogs. Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Clinical Applications & Research. 7(5), 268-275. Wells, Graham, & Hepper. (2002). The influence of auditory stimulation on the behavior of dogs housed in a rescue shelter. Animal Welfare. 11(10), 385-393....
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