How to Choose a Professional Pet Sitter

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The right pet sitter will do more for your pets than just giving them food and water. They should be spending quality time with your pet. This should include giving your pet exercise and looking for red flags to see if they need medical attention. As they are operating in your home, they must be trustworthy in every way. When it comes to pet sitters, it is better to hire a trained professional. Benefits of Hiring a Professional Forget about having to take your dog to the local kennel. Depending on your neighbor isn’t the best solution either. Keeping your pet at home allows them to stay in a familiar… Read More Continue Reading

Yorkipoo

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Physical Appearance A cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and a Toy Poodle, the Yorkipoo has retained the small size of a toy breed. He ranges from 7 to 15 inches in height and 3 to 14 pounds in weight. He has a low–dander, low-shedding coat that is very soft to the touch. Its hair can be either straight or curly. You can find the Yorkipoo in a wide variety of colors that include cream, black, white, red, sable, apricot, tan, chocolate, gray and silver. His appearance can vary greatly according to the individual traits he inherited from both of his parents. Personality The Yorkipoo is an active, energetic, intelligent dog… Read More Continue Reading

Springer Spaniel

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There are two types of Springer Spaniels, bench type and the field variety. The bench type are the spaniels that appear in shows. They have a longer, darker coat and they weigh more. The field variety has boundless energy and a shorter, lighter coat color. It has a weatherproof, waterproof double coat. It has feathering, which is longer fur on its ears, chest, legs and belly. The Springer Spaniel comes in black and white, liver and white, blue roan, liver roan or tricolor. They weigh between 45 and 55 pounds and stand 18 to 22 inches tall. Personality The Springer Spaniel will smother you with kisses. A great family dog,… Read More Continue Reading

Ragdoll Cat

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Ragdoll cats are large, semi-longhaired cats with beautiful blue eyes. They have a plush, silky coat. The Ragdoll comes in four traditional pointed colors: seal, chocolate blue and lilac. Their body color is a shade lighter than their point color, found on the face, legs, tail and ears. The hind legs are entirely white. Bicolors have a white mask that looks like an inverted V. Ragdolls weigh between 10 to 20 pounds. Personality Ragdoll cats are quiet, mild-mannered and amiable. They make ideal indoor buddies. One of the best features of these cats is their casual, sweet demeanor. They are full of life but they are not too overexcited. They… Read More Continue Reading

5 Ways You Can Feed Your Dog Naturally

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By Kimberly Gauthier, Keep the Tail Wagging After 2 years of loose stool, skin allergies and itchy paws, I switched to raw food for our dogs. I was resistant to the change, but realized that the money I was spending on vet appointments and prescriptions would be better spent on a better diet for our dogs. I’ve spent the past 2 years researching dog nutrition for my dogs and sharing what I’m learning on Keep the Tail Wagging; my blog. What I’ve learned all boils down to Healthy Gut, Healthy Dog. Many of my dogs’ health issues could be traced back to their gut and once their gut became healthy,… Read More Continue Reading

The Canine Soldiers: Dogs in warfare

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Most people are unaware of the many different roles that dogs play in the military. More than just a mascot, the bottom line is that military dogs save lives. Let’s take a look at some of the different ways throughout history that canines have done just that. Red Cross Dogs Canines were an invaluable asset to the military in World War I. These dogs were called Red Cross Dogs, also known as mercy or ambulance dogs. They were trained to find wounded soldiers and bring help to them. Soldiers would often try to hide their location after being hurt, in order to stay safe. These dogs had an advanced sense… Read More Continue Reading

Nine Great Products to Spoil Your Dog

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First on the list is the Midwest Quiet Time Deluxe Bagel Bed. Available in 3 colors, this bed is a haven of comfort for your spoiled pooch. It is soft as can be, and fully washable. It is a great way to keep your dog warm in the winter and cool in the summertime. It is tufted, and overstuffed with a polyester fiber material. Another excellent way to keep your dog cool during the summer months is the Soothsoft Innovations Canine Cooler. It is filled with a cooling fluid that your dog will love laying on. If it gets dirty, you just wipe it clean. It is the only bed… Read More Continue Reading

Staffordshire Bull Terrier

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Physical Appearance A strong, muscular dog, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier has a short deep head with a broad skull. Its smooth, short coat comes in red, fawn, white, black or blue and any of these colors with white. Some people may see this dog and mistake it for a Pit Bull. He is slightly longer than he is tall. “Part of their charm is that they look so tough, but they really aren’t. Their inner beauty will steal your heart,” says the author of A New Owner’s Guide to Staffordshire Bull Terriers. Personality This very courageous and obedient dog is very people friendly. It is quite affectionate and has a… Read More Continue Reading

Siamese

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Siamese cats are known for their unusually large ears and beautiful baby blue, almond-shaped eyes. They have a sleek, slim figure that is accentuated by a short, silky coat. Siamese cats have a tubular body on long legs, a wedge-shaped head with large, triangular ears, and a long tail. Their coat comes in four colors: chocolate, seal, blue and lilac point. Siamese cats are known for having a pale body color with extremities that are much darker. They have what is known as a pointed coat, a light-colored background with darker points on the ears, mask, legs and tail. They weigh from 6 to 10 pounds. Personality Siamese cats are… Read More Continue Reading

How to Choose the Right Name for Your Pet

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Is your family excited about their new pet? Of course they are. What comes next? Picking out the perfect name for the new member of your family. Don’t know where to start? Let’s take a look at some different ways you can pick out a great name for him or her. In order to get creative, it may be best to give it a little time and don’t try to name them on the first day. You need to examine their personality to see what name would be most befitting for them. Consider which activities the pet enjoys, as well as their dislikes. Observe their energy level and take that… Read More Continue Reading