You saw a cute 3-year old at the shelter. (A dog, not a kid). When she smiledand woofed “pick me”, you simply had to take her home! After completing the paperwork, the two of you drove her back to yourhouse. And that’s when you discovered that she hates walking on a leash.Your next steps must … Continue reading Choosing a Leash for my Dog

Socialization and engaging with your dog on a consistent basis are beneficial tothe overall health of the pup. A “dog toy” often increases their level ofenthusiasm, but how do you choose one that they will like? The simple answer is that there are several criteria, but safety should be at thetop of your list. In … Continue reading How to choose the ideal toy for your pup

Do you smell something that stinks like the bottom of a garbage can?Are you continuing to see scratching, head shaking and whining? Excuse me, we’re not describing your significant other. We’re talkingabout your dog, and he probably has an ear infection. WHAT CAUSED THIS AWFUL THING?Ear infections are typically caused by bacteria, yeast, or a … Continue reading Dogs and ear infections

Should I neuter or spay my dog? Thinking about it makes most of uscringe. I mean…. shouldn’t knives be reserved for cutting fruits andvegetables? A general answer to this question is, not necessarily. Let’s face it,spaying or neutering your dog can lead to a reduction in certain healthrisks for both female and male dogs. For example, … Continue reading Why you should spay or neuter your dog