It’s that time of year again! The weather is starting to get cold, and we find ourselves looking for ways to keep our pets safe. With the colder temperatures come snow, patches of ice, and salt on sidewalks. We want our dogs to be protected from these tough elements this winter so we need to …
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Dogs are family, but they’re also vulnerable to the dangers of the holiday season. Thanksgiving is a time for celebration and food, but if you have dogs in your home it can be difficult to keep them safe while enjoying your Thanksgiving meal. Here are some tips for keeping your dog safe during your Thanksgiving …
Introduction The holidays are coming up, and it’s time to think about what to get your dog. Your dog is part of the family, so why not treat them like it? You want to show that you care about their happiness just as much as your own. We’ve got some great ideas for DIY Christmas …
I used to dread taking Luna, my German Shepherd, for walks. She’s such a big girl that it’s nothing to her to pull me around. While we’re working on teaching nice leash walking skills, we needed something that would help now before I got seriously hurt. I tried multiple harnesses before I found the Freedom …
Subscription services are everywhere, even for dogs. Many people have heard of BarkBox, but have you ever tried it? What is BarkBox? BarkBox is a subscription box that has toys and treats for your dog. The monthly boxes each have a different theme with the toys and treats matching that month’s theme. Some of the …
Many pet owners, but not all, have heard of Chewy.com for ordering pet supplies. Chewy offers pet supplies for dogs, cats, fish, birds, small pets, reptiles, and horses. They’ve been around for years but it was only recently that I decided to give them a try. Normally I would just pick up my dog and …
Dogs need physical and mental exercise no matter what the weather is outside. Living in North Dakota, I know that there are plenty of times you just can’t stay outside very long. Winters get so cold, at times, that it isn’t safe to stay out longer than you have to for your dog to go …
This time of year there tends to be no shortage of snow. There’s actually so much snow in my yard that if Luna wanted to jump my 6-foot fence, she could. With so much snow outside, you may wonder what you can do with your dog. Are there activities that you can do to get …
Pumpkin seems to be everywhere, especially once fall starts to arrive. Since it’s everywhere you may wonder if you can give it to your dog. And whether it’s good or bad for them. Well, I’m happy to say that yes, you can give your dog pumpkin. And yes, it’s healthy for them (and for you …
Most dogs don’t like baths. Some, like mine, are terrified of baths. Along with the dog not enjoying the bath, many owners don’t enjoy giving them a bath either. It’s messy and time-consuming. And no one likes putting their dogs through something they don’t enjoy, especially if it can be avoided. How often do dogs …
