Anesthesia Risks for Dogs

The use of anesthesia is perhaps one of the most sensitive topics in pet care. Many pet owners have suffered the tragic loss of a pet. Often, these pet owners suspect that the death came about due to negligence while their pet was under anesthesia. Sometimes their suspicions are true, sometimes they’re not. The administration [...]

Rumble Ring Review

Looking for a durable, long lasting dog toy your dog will find irresistible? Look no further! The Rumble Ring by Tuffies is just what you’re looking for. I bought the Rumble Ring over a year ago for Sadie and Rusty, and they still have it. It’s a little dirty, but many hours of chewing tends [...]

Dog CPR

  If your dog was to stop breathing or have a heart attack would you know what to do?  The Red Cross has started to teach people how to do CPR and basic first aid on their dogs. Depending on where you live they may use a stuffed dog to demonstrate on. Some Red Cross [...]

Dog Beds – All Natural and Dog Approved

I admit it: my dogs are spoiled. I go out of my way to make sure they are comfortable, but my home  has laminate flooring. Laminate flooring is durable, easy to keep clean and nice to look at, but it’s cold and hard as cement. I think there’s a doggie hell where it’s the only [...]

What Are You Feeding Your Dog?

How much do you spend on dog food: $30, $40, $50 dollars a month? You might be forking out all that cash to feed your dog garbage. That’s right garbage! In fact, it would be a crime to feed a human what most pet food companies distribute. The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) [...]

Beware Your Toilet Could Kill Your Dog!

Everyone likes to drink out of something clean, but would you drink from a cup that recently contained hydrochloric acid or hypochlorite bleach in it? Your answer should be no! In fact, I’d venture to say it’s common sense to avoid drinking even trace-amounts of acids or bleaches. But exposure to these harmful chemicals is [...]

Household Items That are Poisonous or Dangerous to Dogs

Just as you child-proof your home before the new baby begins to walk, you have to consider that your new dog will go after just about anything in the home. Puppies, especially teething puppies, will want to taste everything, but not everything in your home belongs in your pup’s mouth. Here are some common household [...]

January is National Walk Your Pet Month

Depending on where you live, this might seem a bit odd, especially if there’s a few inches of snow waiting to be shoveled off your driveway. I’m just speculating, but I’m guessing whoever chose January doesn’t even own a dog. I know my dog’s would’ve preferred April. If someone wants to start a petition to [...]

Importance of Spaying & Neutering Your Dog

Why is it important to spay and neuter your dog?  According to the Humane Society 6-8 million homeless animals enter animal shelters every year. About half of these animals are adopted, and tragically, the other half are euthanized. Yes you read that right: 3-4 million dogs are killed each year. Many of these animals are [...]

Top 10 Advantages of Getting an Adult Dog

10 Advantages of Getting an Adult Dog Are you thinking of joining the ranks of the canine enhanced? Ready to take the puppy plunge? Good for you! But before you take a ride down to the puppy farm consider this: puppies aren’t the only options. There are some fantastic advantages for anyone willing to open [...]

Sadie: She’s Like The Sherlock Holmes of Finding Tennis Balls

Sadie and Rusty love to play fetch. On most days I bring along their “Chuck it” and they get to chase after that ever elusive tennis ball. There are days however, when I prefer to just walk and let Sadie and Rusty entertain themselves. Usually, on these toy-less days Sadie goes to work. Most dogs [...]