Yes, it's the elusive dog hair! Able to traverse tall buildings in a single bound, get into the tiniest of crevices, hug every corner of the house and never let go! Dog hair, that crafty villain who can never fully get caught and who we love to hate. Dog hair, that beautiful reminder of our 4-legged loved one we just wish we could train as well as our beloved dog....
Summer brings with it some of the hottest days of the year. Keeping our dogs active without overheating them can be a challenge. See our summer safety tips for keeping your dog cool and learn how to recognize the signs of overheating. For some fun cooling off, try these Pupsicle recipes! Or get creative and adapt them to your pup’s liking. Tools: Ice cube trays or mini muffin pans Measuring...
Discovered running the streets of Atlantic City, 4-month-old Starr hit the doggie jackpot! Now Chief Cookie Officer at Biscuits by Lambchop in New York City, this girl’s story is one of rags to riches. After local police finally caught up with our girl, she was brought to the Humane Society of Atlantic County where she was literally given a new leash on life. Lucky for her, volunteer dog trainer, Ana...
PUPPY LOVE IS: ..... never having to drool alone ..... assisting your guy with drool control ..... giving your guy regular dental checks ..... loving your guy no matter what A few safety reminders for your pup on this Valentine's Day: As delicious as chocolate is, it can be toxic to dogs (and other pets). Remember to keep chocolate out of reach from your dog. Candy and candy wrappers should...
As the holidays approach, remember to help your pups have a stress free and safe holiday season. Our guest writers, The K9 Advocates have some tips to help you keep your pets safe. But first, some considerations if you are planning on getting or giving a puppy as a holiday gift. Remember, a puppy is a living, loving being that requires a lot of care, time, commitment and money. Although...
Well, I must say this has been a very - umm, 'interesting' experience. Almost all votes included Rhodesian Ridgeback and I must tell you that I was SURE that Starr is in large part Rhodesian Ridgeback! My next likely guesses were Lab, Golden, maybe some kind of Shepard. Many of our contest participants included these in their guesses as well. So here I was thinking, wow, I'm going to have...
On October 24th, 2007 our assistant fore-puppy Starr is getting DNA tested to find out her breed. Don't worry, she's getting blood work done anyway for her regular yearly checkup, no extra rigmarole. Here's how the contest will work. I will tell you all about Starlet's personality traits, likes, dislikes and post a bunch of photos so you can get a good look at her (below). All 134 breeds that...
If you have a mutt you probably have your own guess...your vet's guess...and everyone you meet's guess, on what breed your dog is. If you're like me you have the consensus and a couple of die-hard naysayers who swear your dog looks just a Tasmanian whos-a-whats-a. You can now put those guessing games to rest. Who knows, maybe your pup is a Tasmanian whos-a-whats-a! Oh, wait - that's not on...
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COMMON SENSE PRACTICALITIES FOR KEEPING YOUR DOG COOL AND SAFE IN THE HEAT OF SUMMER *Always provide plenty of fresh, cool water. You may want to place extra water bowls around the house and ALWAYS bring fresh water with you on walks.* Limit exercise to early morning and/or late evenings when it's coolest.* Provide a well ventilated, or preferably, air-conditioned area (with access to cool, fresh water), especially during the hottest...
