Doggy Pawdicures

Tick, tick, tick, tick, tick, tick. Here comes your dog!Dog toenails provide traction, aid in balance and stability and enhance her digging abilities. Toenails can also become too long if your dog doesn’t wear them down naturally. Most dog caretakers must trim...

How Do Microchips Work?

7.6 million companion animals enter shelters every year.  3.6 million of those are dogs and cats. Only 649,000 animals who enter shelters as strays are reunited with their owners. Of those returned home, 542,000 are dogs. Only 100,000 are cats. (ASPCA) That’s only...

Bringing Home Puppy. Now what?

Dogs of all ages need homes, including the adorable puppies tumbling together in the side room of the local humane society. Maybe you weren’t planning on bringing home a 12-week old ball of fluff, but her wide eyes, big paws, and that sweet puppy smell have lured you...

Doggy Dental Care

A healthy mouth goes a long way towards maintaining a healthy dog. Chewing represents the first step of digestion. Painful or missing teeth make proper chewing difficult. Poor oral health can also introduce infection to a dog’s body. But you can help your pooch...

A Walk a Day Keeps the Boredom Away

Maybe you’re busy with work, or you’re planning a wedding or getting ready for a big holiday party. You make checklists of what to pack, or a grocery list, or maybe even set a schedule for your day to be sure you have time to get everything done.Have you forgotten...

Traveling with your Pet this Holiday Season

Try these tips for a safer, more enjoyable trip as you go over the river and through the woods.Crate or harness your dog while driving. It’s for his safety and yours. In case of an accident, a dog can become a missile in the vehicle. Run the seatbelt through the...