This Saturday, April 26th, is National Child and Pet Day! Not only is this a great holiday to share with your kids, but the fact that it is a national holiday speaks for itself! Colleen Paige, founder of this holiday, sees children and pets as sharing a magical bond…

Positive reinforcement is the best method when it comes to training your furry friend. The easiest and most effective way to handle even the toughest situations with your dogs is in a positive way. The first step is socializing your dog; we recently touched base on recommended socialization windows and tools to help make life…

Hot Spots! You know, when your dog just can’t stop scratching a part of his body? Sometimes he keeps scratching and licking the spot even once it has become raw, red, irritated and bald. It’s terrible! The area of the skin becomes inflamed and infected, but, licking it constantly and biting the spot makes it…

Did you recently bring a new puppy into your family? Socialization is the best way make your puppy comfortable within human society. There are many variables that can affect the way he acts: noises, sights, people, smells, and other animals. Training your dog early in these different environments can avoid a lot of problems. What does socializing your puppy…

“It’s a dog eat dog world!” seems like a bigger exaggeration than realizing some of the random and foul things dogs tend to eat these days. No matter the dog, they all seem to have one thing in common- eating repulsive things. Fecal fresh from the behind of your play date friend, duck feet to…

Many people are confused about proper grooming for their dogs in the winter. Here are a few facts to help you make a grooming schedule. If you have a dog with long fur, you need to brush it regularly all year round. If the fur gets matted, it can trap moisture or pull on the…

Did you know February 20th is National Love Your Pet Day? This is a day to do something extra special to show your dog (or any other animal) how much you appreciate having him in your life. Here are a few ideas on how to celebrate today with your dog: Bake your dog some homemade…

Have you noticed that your feet and hands are more likely to feel dry and crack in the winter cold? Have you checked your dog’s paws to be sure he isn’t suffering from the same problems? Remember, your dog is walking around outside without the protection of shoes or gloves. Regular nail trims are your…

Having a dog is a lot of responsibility. It can take away some of the flexibility you had in your pre-dog life. Last minute trips, staying out late after work, or sleeping in on the weekends all become less likely. If you have a safe, fun place for your dog to stay and play while…