Category: Dogs

A Dog’s Basic Needs Logically, dogs require food, water, and shelter to survive. However, they also need to be physically taken care of, their mind challenged, and their spirits nurtured in order for them to really thrive. Providing these key elements is a necessary formula for keeping your dogs happy and healthy. With that being said, let’s touch upon each area of a dog’s basic needs. Quality Dog Food Do the best you can budget-wise when it comes to dog food. Don’t skimp on quality, but that doesn’t mean you have to buy the costliest on the shelf either. Do your research ahead of time to choose a food that… Read More Continue Reading

Dogs and Toddlers: Getting Along Let’s admit it. Toddlers can have outrageous behavior at times. However, it is normal during their early years. When a dog gets introduced into a toddler’s home environment, safety should always become the focus. This means safety for everyone, such as your child and your pet. Obviously preventing your child from getting bitten by your dog is critical. Toddlers often display unpredictable behavior such as pulling tails, so just remember to always keep an eye on how your child and your dog are interacting with one another. Utilize Baby Gates Baby gates are a great way to give your child and your dog their own… Read More Continue Reading

Hiking With Dogs A dog can be an excellent companion to accompany you on your hiking adventures. Most canines are more than ready to hit the trail when you are. Hiking with dogs is an excellent way for you and your dog to stay in shape together. As a bonus, the time you spend together will deepen your relationship. Here are a few basic guidelines to ensure you have a positive experience when hiking with your dog. Etiquette for Hiking With Dogs The first thing you need to be sure of before selecting a place to go hiking is that they allow dogs on the land in the first place.… Read More Continue Reading

Food Guarding in Dogs Food guarding is when a dog expresses certain undesirable reactions when a person or animal comes near their food bowl. These often-unpredictable behaviors may include your dog growling, chasing or biting a person in a worst-case scenario. With that being said, according to the ASPCA, it is completely normal behavior for dogs to guard their food and possessions from other animals and humans. Food guarding is within a dog’s very nature as wild dogs had to be successful protectors of their often-limited resources. Young puppies are very prone to food guarding because they are used to competing with their siblings for a limited amount of food.… Read More Continue Reading

Going Trick or Treating With Your Dog Going trick or treating on Halloween night is about having fun and building memories with those that you care about. What about your furry friend, should he be included in this family tradition? The truth is that it all depends on the temperament of your dog. Let’s take a moment to talk about celebrating with your canine on Halloween night. To Bring, or Not to Bring? Every dog has a different temperament, a personality of its own. Does your dog like children and doesn’t mind being around crowds of people? If your dog doesn’t seem bothered by new and exciting sights and sounds,… Read More Continue Reading

The Right Way to Pick Up a Dog Doggies come in all shapes and sizes. It only makes sense that picking up and carrying a dog could either be relatively easy or rather difficult. Let’s take a quick look at the right way to pick up a dog. Why Lifting Them May Be Necessary There are a few situations in which you and your dog might come across together where you lifting them becomes necessary. Here are a few examples: Your dog is trying to get on top of your bed or another piece of tall furniture and they can’t jump high enough You are visiting the veterinarian and you… Read More Continue Reading

Does My Service Dog Have to Be Registered? A service dog is a canine that assists a person with a specific disability. By definition, a service dog is trained to perform one or more tasks that help the individual live out their life independently. For example, a canine that leads a blind person is a service dog. When a dog helps an individual in a wheelchair accomplish daily tasks, their service is also needed. Other skilled canines have the ability to detect when their owner is about to have a medical crisis. Though confusion does exist in regards to what qualifies as an actual service dog, the use of true… Read More Continue Reading

What Is the Right Age for My Child to Have a Dog? Many people choose to let their child get their first dog whenever their little one begs them the most effectively. Sometimes it’s hard to say ‘no’ with those beautiful eyes staring back at you. However, before you give in, it is important to fully understand that getting any family pet becomes a big step for everyone in the household. If your house has been without a dog since your child was born and now you are considering adding one to your family, how do you know when it is the right time? What Is the Right Age for… Read More Continue Reading

Fitness for Senior Dogs Does your dog fit into the senior dog category? As we see our pets every day, sometimes it is hard to identify when this shift actually happens. Perhaps one day you noticed that your dog could no longer run as long or as hard as he used to when you take him to the park. You may have also seen that it is more difficult for your dog to jump up to your bed or get into the car. Now that you know you have a senior dog, it is time to make sure that you are providing them with the right type of exercise to… Read More Continue Reading

Outdoor Dog Kennels Perfect for short-term confinement, outdoor dog kennels are a convenient solution for giving your canine a quiet place of its own to relax in the great outdoors. When used responsibly, an outside dog kennel can become a safe space for your dog to be when you are not able to supervise them. Available in a variety of shapes and sizes, outdoor kennels should be furnished with everything that your dog needs to feel comfortable in his surroundings. Why Use an Outdoor Kennel? Think of an outdoor kennel like you would a crate. You want it to be your dog’s special place that they can go to feel… Read More Continue Reading