Summer cookouts represent spending time with family and friends, good food, and lots of fun. If your four-legged best friend is going to be attending, here are some BBQ safety tips for dogs to make sure they stay safe and happy! During the BBQ Lighter Fluid and Matches Make sure to keep any lighter fluid […]
Preventing Dehydration in Dogs During the Summer
Staying hydrated during the summer months is a challenge for most of us humans, let alone our dogs. Keeping your dog hydrated helps them stay cool, regulates their body temperature, and helps maintain optimal health and energy. To help prevent dehydration, dogs should have access to water at all times. Keep in mind that hotter […]
Dog Calming 101: Tips to Calm Your Dog During a Storm
Thunder and lightning and wind, oh my! Astrophobia or “thunder phobia” can affect both humans and animals. For most dog parents, we don’t know what part of a thunderstorm causes their fear and anxiety. For some, it could be a change in their daily routine, maybe not going outside at the “normal time” or not […]
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, their jaws are more than capable of compressing the 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 […]
Natural Disaster Planning For Horses in 5 Easy Steps
As scary as it sounds, natural disasters can strike at any moment, and it is important to be prepared. Not only is it critical to prepare yourself and your family in case natural disaster strikes, but it is essential to plan for your horse too. Natural disaster planning for horses requires special considerations due to […]
