Jul 29, 2017 | dog training
Introducing a rescue dog to new people is challenging when you don’t know anything about their past experiences with humans. Of course, every dog’s personality is different. But the rules of safe dog introductions apply to all types of dogs. Whether you have an...
Jul 26, 2017 | dog health
Kids aren’t the only ones who can have a blast with a simple plastic wading pool. Dogs also love this classic way to stave off the heat. Animal experts often say that a pool is the quickest way to cool a hot dog, in fact. This is especially true if it’s kept in a...
Jul 23, 2017 | dog health
Does your dog consider an overgrown lawn a delicious salad bar? Why do some dogs seem to love “mowing” the grass with their teeth? And is it safe for dogs to eat grass? We’ve got the dirt on grass-eating dogs and what their behavior means. The Main Reasons Dogs...
Jul 7, 2017 | dog training
Anyone who’s ever gotten a puppy will tell you the first 24 hours can be rough. There’s all the excitement of a new pet tempered with the self-doubt of of being a new puppy parent. Most new puppy owners go through a period of uncertainty, wondering whether or...
Jun 30, 2017 | dog health
Every 4th of July, Jon gives his Lakeland terrier, Scout, a mild sedative. He drives her as far from the local fireworks as possible, cranks up the radio, and makes a heroic attempt to keep her calm. Scout isn’t alone Fireworks are the most common trigger for...
Jun 27, 2017 | dog training
Moving is stressful for everyone, including pets. Dogs are creatures of habit that thrive on routine and familiarity. So, when their comfort zone suddenly begins to shift as you pack up one home to prepare for another, dogs can become anxious and exhibit unexpected...
