There are many substances that are perfectly fine for humans, but can be quite dangerous or even potentially fatal for dogs. Some of the most well-known are chocolate, alcohol and coffee, and their effects in our pets are also well known. This time we’re going to talk about a product you might not be aware…
We try to be healthy and load up on all kinds of nutrients throughout the day, from our diet to supplements. We try to keep our dogs on healthy diets as well. But our dogs can use some assistance to live long, healthy lives. One dietary addition that’s vitally important is fish oil for dogs….
When you get a dog, one of the first things you learn is how important the need for them to chew becomes. They seem to love chewing on anything they can get their little teeth on, like socks, shoes, stuffed toys, anything! One of the best ways to help your dog stay busy and keep…
April is Active Dog Month, a time when we normally get out and get active with our dogs! However, with many families being advised to practice social distancing due to Coronavirus, this is an unprecedented, stressful time. Dogs tend to pick up on anxiousness and may be acting out as a result of the schedule…
Also known as ‘Old Rolling Dog Syndrome’ or ‘Old Dog Disease’, vestibular disease may be scary for pet parents since the disease mirrors the symptoms of serious, life-threatening diseases such as brain tumors or stroke. But, what is vestibular disease to begin with? We will go through just that in this blog post along with…
For most of my life, I was so not a baker. But when we moved to Puerto Rico, I decided it was a great time to learn! We rescued Roxy & Rico shortly after moving there and finding them on the streets. What better way to learn than by baking treats for the new dogs,…
The holiday season is in full swing, and there’s one more happening soon – New Year’s Eve! But for many dogs, this is one of the scariest days of the year. The biggest safety tip is to not take your dog to watch displays of fireworks. Even a dog that hasn’t had issues with loud…
One of the bigger drawbacks of being a military family who moves every few years has been finding a quality veterinarian that knows our pets and is willing to help them be their healthiest and happiest. While we’ve been lucky and had some amazingly wonderful vets, we’ve also had our fair share of less-than-stellar vets….
There are tons of different essential oils out there that all have lots of beneficial uses. Did you know there are even essential oils for fleas? That’s right, there are oils perfect for keeping pests out of your house, garden, and most importantly, away from your family and your dog. However, it’s important to know…
One of the best parts of having dogs is getting to play and have fun with them! Backyard games to play with your dog are a fantastic way to bond and burn off extra energy. As I’m sure you know, tired dogs are happy dogs! Keep yourself from wondering if your dog is bored with…