Just like humans, pets can also suffer from allergies. There are a few types of allergies pets can experience, but environmental allergies are the most common type for pets. This type of allergy occurs seasonally and is a reaction to something in the pet’s immediate environment, such as pollen, grass, or dust. Seasonal allergies can… Read more »
How to Protect Your Pet from Theft
February 14th is a national pet theft awareness day. Although it’s hard to think about pet theft, it’s important to recognize that it happens all around us. There are plenty of precautions that you can take to keep your loved one protected from danger. Here are some easy and beneficial changes you can make to… Read more »
Benefits of Owning a Pet Camera
There is going to come a time when you’re going to have to leave your furry family member home alone while you go to work, run errands, or head out to dinner with friends for the evening. Regardless of their age, it can be stressful leaving them home alone. You don’t know how your pet… Read more »
Reasons to Invest in an Orthopedic Dog Bed
Dogs spend a large portion of their day sleeping and lounging. Since they require time to rest, it is important to make sure they are comfortable and supported as much as possible. Orthopedic dog beds are a great way to ensure that your dog is well-rested and protected. Plus, these beds benefit dogs of all… Read more »
How to Plan a Vacation When You Have a Puppy
It’s that time of year again… the holiday season is upon us. That means a lot of people will be travelling “home” to see parents, siblings and old friends. There will be parties, dinners, and, perhaps, even some quiet times when everybody needs a nap! How do you plan a vacation or trip when you… Read more »
How to Find the Right Dog Groomer
Why do dog owners seek out the services of a pet groomer? Well, groomers have both the know-how and the tools to handle things like nail trimming, ear cleaning and teeth cleaning. How does a person find “the right” dog groomer? Like with most things, research helps. Word of Mouth If you know other dog… Read more »
How to Prepare a Dog With Separation Anxiety for a Boarding Facility
“But my dog hates being away from me,” says a typical pet owner. And that’s true for a lot of dogs– they’re so used to their owners that they get anxious whenever they’re not around. If you change their environment, from “home” to a “boarding facility,” that, too, can cause a dog to be anxious… Read more »
Things to Know Before Sending Your Dog to a Pet Resort Vacation
What are some key things to think about before you send your dog to a pet resort vacation at a place like Tailwaggers Country Inn? Limited or Full Service Some resorts have limited service while others are “full service, all inclusive,” like Tailwaggers. What does that mean? Well, full service, all inclusive means everything is… Read more »
Taking Your Dog to a Professional Groomer Versus Trying to Do It Yourself
“What happened to your dog?” These are words you never want to hear about your precious pet. Yet those words have been said before, when asking about the way a dog looks after a well-meaning dog owner decided to groom him or her in their own “do-it-yourself” way… What are some of the advantages of… Read more »
Here’s Why Your Dog Loves Going to Daycare
Put yourself in your dog’s shoes for a minute. Wait, dogs don’t wear shoes. Okay, then imagine you are your dog, paws and all. You live a decent, comfortable life at home with your beloved owners. But they must go to work Monday through Friday, and when they’re gone you miss them so much. Being… Read more »
