5 Best Holiday Gifts for Pet Lovers

Pam
Christmas is right around the corner. It is the perfect time to take those cozy family photo cards to send out to your friends and family. Don’t forget to take pictures with your furry friends, since they are part of the family too! Here are a few ideas to give the pet lover in your life, even if it is yourself! Pet Cameras Perhaps you are a doggie mom that loves nothing more in life then watching your pets frolic and play all the time. Do you find yourself having separation anxiety from your pet? Or, do you have a friend like this? The best gift for your pet-loving friend… Read More Continue Reading

Wired Vs. Wireless Electric Dog Fences

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So you are thinking about getting an electric dog fence? Excellent. The next question that enters many people’s minds is whether they should get a wired dog fence or a wireless one. This article will present to you all the facts regarding both options so that you can make the decision that is right for you. Wired Dog Fences For the most dependable and reliable option, nothing beats a wired electric dog fence. As we compare the two, this will become evident. Wired electric dog fences can contain acres and acres of land. Generally speaking, a wired fence can contain between 10 and 100 acres of land. As the name… Read More Continue Reading

Hunting Dog Breeds

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While many different breeds are capable of hunting various game, here is a list of dog breeds that are notorious hunting dogs, along with the prey that they are known best for capturing. The Labrador Retriever: Duck Hunters One thing is for certain, the Labrador Retriever is known as the best all-around waterfowl dog, hands down. Through the years, Labradors were bred for marking, retrieving and delivering waterfowl directly to a hunter’s hand. Here is how the Labrador is suited physically to duck hunting. The Labrador has a double coat to keep him warm, webbed feet, a thick tail like an otter and a compact muscular body. Dogo Argentino: Hog… Read More Continue Reading

Top 10 Christmas Dog Movies

Rebecca Bretana
After spending Thanksgiving with the family eating far too much food (we all do), what better way to relax before the next holiday than by kicking your feet up for a good movie? While you may have gotten enough of your family for a while, you’ll certainly want a cuddle buddy to enjoy your couch time with. Here’s a list of dog related Christmas movies for you and your best friend to watch together. Classic Christmas Movies for You and Your Dog These are movies you’ve probably seen before but are so good they have lasted decades on the top Christmas movie lists. 1. How the Grinch Stole Christmas This… Read More Continue Reading

How to Train Your Dog on an Electric Dog Fence

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Have you recently purchased an electric dog fence? The most important thing you can do now is train your dog. Some people think that all they need to do is put the collar on the dog and open up the door and the dog will figure it out. However, this is not so. But the good news is that training your dog on an electric dog fence is something that you are definitely capable of doing, step by step. You can expect your dog to be trained within 1-2 weeks. Before we begin, let’s talk a moment about the dog fence you have chosen. The best electric fence for dog… Read More Continue Reading

7 Reasons We’re Thankful for Dogs

Rebecca Bretana
With Thanksgiving not far away, many of us are already thinking about the things we’re thankful for. Common thoughts go to health, friends or family and even our jobs. With so many things going right in your life, it’s always a good idea to keep your pets high on that list. Today, we’re going to focus on the reasons we love dogs! Life gets in the way of seeing clearly how important our furry friends are, but it’s always important to make sure your dog knows you love them. And it’s important to practice gratitude for a relationship we may take for granted. Here are our top SEVEN reasons to… Read More Continue Reading

Which Dogs Are Good with Cats?

Rebecca Bretana
There are many reasons why a family would choose to have a multi-pet household. We all know about “dog people” and “cat people,” but we have a lot of love to give! It’s possible to have both dogs and cats and for them to get along too. Some people simply prefer to keep both cats and dogs. While the inclusion of a new family member might introduce a new animal to the house. Whatever the reason, it’s important to know which dogs are good with cats. First, a word of warning. Any dog can be well-behaved with a cat, and any dog has the potential to not get along with… Read More Continue Reading

Can Dogs Eat Bananas?

Rebecca Bretana
As a dog lover, you probably already know there are some foods you have to keep away from your pet. Everyone knows that pups need to stay away from chocolate. But they should also avoid grapes, avocado and onion. But can dogs eat bananas? Read below to learn more. The Answer: Can Dogs Eat Bananas? Let’s get straight into the long and short of it. Can dogs eat bananas? The answer is yes. And you might actually want to consider adding bananas into your dog’s food rotation once in a while. Bananas are chock full of stuff that’s going to be great for your dog. Potassium – Potassium helps your… Read More Continue Reading

How to Identify and Treat Hot Spots on Dogs

Rebecca Bretana
While hot spots on dogs go by a few names, you know them when you see them. Hot spots (or summer sores or moist dermatitis) are a form of raw skin on your pet that can be very painful. While there can be a number of causes, the main cause is often attributed to a bacterial infection. Read below to learn more about hot spots on dogs and how to treat your furry friend if they do develop the condition. How Do Dogs Develop Hot Spots? There are numerous ways that a dog can develop hot spots. The most basic way that hot spots develop is by scratching or licking.… Read More Continue Reading

Dog Chiropractor for Veterinary Medicine

Rebecca Bretana
These days, you or someone you know probably gets chiropractic care for anything from random aches and pains to orthopedic disorders like scoliosis. What is a chiropractor? For humans, a chiropractor is a person who specializes in complementary medicine who treats misaligned joints with physical manipulations. Chiropractors “adjust” people by cracking and aligning joints to relieve compression, swelling and pain. Many dogs suffer from bone issues that can cause pain, but would a chiropractor cracking, popping and massaging resolve a dog’s pain issues? Let’s talk about the growing use of chiropractic care for canine health and wellness. What is a Dog Chiropractor? According to the College for Animal Chiropractic Care,… Read More Continue Reading