Owning a dog, or being a pet parent, is not only a joy but a privilege and a responsibility. Before you consider bringing a pet into your home, think seriously about the responsibilities of being a dog owner. Some of these include: Commitment Commit to your dog for his entire life. As a dog ages, […]
Are Tennis Balls Dangerous For Your Dog?
The short answer to that is… maybe! One thing to remember is that when our dogs happily chew on tennis balls, those jaws are more than capable of compressing that ball. If that compressed ball pops open in the back of your dog’s throat, it can cut off your pup’s air supply. Furthermore, some dogs […]
My Flea and Tick Topical Doesn’t Work!
My topical flea and tick prevention doesn’t seem to be working. What’s wrong? Did they change the formula? If you’re routinely providing flea and tick prevention to your pet but they still seem to be suffering from bites, there are several reasons the product may not be working. Although it seems like a given, make […]
How to Get Rid of Ticks and Why You Should
We have been focusing on fleas all week – it is, after all, Flea Week – but we couldn’t let the week end without mentioning the other blood-sucking parasite, ticks. If your pet is a tick magnet, like one of my dogs, these nasty creatures may be more of an issue for you than fleas! […]
Flea Control Around the Home and Yard
When we think about flea control, we have to be certain we don’t forget about treating the premises. Remember that the fleas you see on your pet are just the tip of the iceberg. What you DON’T see in your pet’s environment is a much bigger problem. Keep in mind only 5% of a flea […]