Our Spotlight Breed of the week is the Dalmatian! Best known as the star of Disney’s 101 Dalmatians, this sleek dog breed has a history that goes back several hundred years. Dalmatians started off as a coach dog but also served in many other capacities, including hunter, circus performer and firehouse dog! Dalmatians love to […]
As you know, hearing is a critical sense to dogs, and when diminished, will increase dependency on the sense of smell. When a dog hears something, it can hear it without moving his head. Dogs are blessed with premium sound reception and many muscles around the ears help with this. With, hearing loss in dogs is caused by […]
Dog winter coats are cute, but do dogs truly *need* coats or sweaters during the Winter months? We have compiled a list of popular myths regarding pet coats and our opinion of each. All dogs need to wear coats to protect them from the cold. Not ALL dogs need a coat or sweater to keep […]
Dogs and humans have been friends for thousands and thousands of years. They have an amazing ability to love and understand, and it affects us in big ways! As Thanksgiving is right around the corner, we wanted to come up with a list of reasons as to why we are thankful for our four-legged friends. […]
We are excited about this week’s Tuesday Treat! Your dog will love a frozen treat, regardless of the weather! Today we are introducing our famous 3-Ingredient Frosty Paws! This is an extremely fun treat that your dog can enjoy after a nice walk around the neighborhood or game of fetch. Be sure to let us […]
Dogs can be territorial, especially when it comes to food. This can become an issue for a couple reasons. Those living with a dog could be at risk of being bitten, and it could lead to your dog becoming possessive in other areas of its life. This behavior can also be harmful to other dogs. […]
Thanksgiving is a time for friends, family and holiday feasts—but also a time for possible distress for our animal companions. Pets won’t be so thankful if they munch on undercooked turkey or a pet-unfriendly floral arrangement, or if they stumble upon an unattended alcoholic drink. Check out the following tips for a fulfilling Thanksgiving that […]
We are excited to share our new Spotlight Breed of the week – the Newfoundland! Also known as the “newfie”, this breed is large and strong. They were originally used as a working dog to pull nets for fisherman and haul wood from the forest. To no surprise, this breed originated from the Canadian province […]
From running to playing fetch to swimming around in the pool, dogs can be extremely active! Although good for the overall health, these types of activities can take a toll on their joints as they age. Over time, the lubrication and cushioning between the bones of dogs and humans alike wear down at the joints, […]
Thanksgiving is right around the corner, so it is time to whip up some of our favorite holiday-themed dog treats! Our Tuesday Treat of the week are Turkey & Cranberry Treats. This is a perfect way for your dog to enjoy Thanksgiving dinner with the family. Be sure to share the recipe with your friends […]