Dogs today are very different from the wild wolves that are their ancestors. Most companion dogs live indoors, and they rarely spend more than a few hours a day outside, particularly in cold or wet weather or in the heat of the summer sun. There are also many different breeds of dogs from small, short-haired […]
Summertime is a Great Time to Groom Your Dog! Summer is a great time of the year for both dogs and people. With the hot weather, dogs may shed continually throughout the summer months, and this is true for both double coat and single coat pooches. It is a good idea to up your game […]
Tick bites, including from the three most common species, are on the rise in the United States. This includes reported bites with both humans as well as dogs, and include bits from the blacklegged tick, also known as the deer tick, as well as the dog tick and Lone Star tick. Of these three, the […]
Tips For Making Sure Your Fur Babies Are Ready for Spring! Spring is here, now is the ideal time to make sure your four-legged friends are ready for the upcoming warm weather. There are several proactive and preventative steps that you can take to protect your dog from insects and other issues that will arise […]
Most dog owners have heard a dog trainer, a friend that owns a dog, or even their vet talk about ensuring they are the pack leader in the eyes of their pet. This is sometimes called being the “alpha,” and it simply means being the person your dog sees as being in charge. Leadership is […]
