For many people, Independence day celebrations make this an entertaining and exciting time of the season, but your dog probably won't agree. When you celebrate our independence this holiday make sure to keep the following pet-friendly tips in mind: 1. Noisy, crowded fireworks shows can be scary for your dog, avoid the need to take [...]
It is that time of year again - Easter! What a joyous time for all! But, there are tons of things going on that you should be aware of if you want your dog to stay happy and healthy through the holiday. As the holiday festivities approach, it is up to you to be on [...]
With summer in full swing but Labor Day right around the corner, families and individuals are trying to get in their annual vacations. A major concern to many is what to do with their faithful companion…their dog. I have great news for you! There are many dog-friendly vacation spots located throughout the U.S. Some vacation [...]
After what always appears to be a long winter, the month of March seems to give us all a bounce to our step. March designates not only the coming of spring but also St. Patrick’s Day, which is yet another day we get to celebrate. If you have a dog, you may have a few [...]
Holidays have different meanings to different people. While some anticipate the holidays with joy, others dread them due to the extra work and stress they often bring. We often get so busy that our pets are shuffled to the background despite their desire to always be front and center in our lives. Learn how you [...]
Thanksgiving is just around the corner and with so much going on with planning for a perfect meal and entertaining your family, you may not be thinking about the safety of your pets. Be careful with turkey: If you decide to feed your pet a small bit of turkey, make sure it's boneless, skinless and [...]
Halloween is probably one of the most anticipated holidays for both children and adults. However, this fun and treat-filled holiday can also mean harm and danger, particularly when the dog is included in the trick-or-treating. There are two parts of Halloween. One part is answering the door to trick or treaters and the other part [...]
Many pet guardians ask if pets can get stressed out around the holidays. The answer is yes. Pets are creatures of routine and habit. Most humans are busy during the holiday season. They are so busy that they can forget to stick to their pets’ routine. This can cause stress for the animal and, in [...]
Today is National Mutt Day and is all about embracing, saving and celebrating mixed breed dogs. According to HelpAMutt.com, about 25 percent of all dogs who end up at animal shelters are purebreds. That means a whopping 75 percent — the vast majority of shelter dogs waiting for homes — are mixed breed dogs, otherwise [...]
Memorial Day is right around the corner. It is a time that we can remember and pay tribute to all of those men and women who have died fighting for our country. As we remember these brave heroes, we should also take time to also remember the dogs who have valiantly fought for our country. [...]
