Sweet potato is tasty and healthy, and it’s the star ingredient of this month’s cookie, Sweet Potato Dog Treats. Low in fat, chock full of vitamins, and high in fiber content, sweet potato also helps support a sound digestive system. Drummer, our resident taste tester, has approved this recipe! And it’s an easy one to […]
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Summer is gone, but it doesn’t mean that fleas and ticks are as well. It’s important to keep your precious pups protected. Here are some easy directions for homemade flea and tick sprays using essential oils. Some of them will work for you, too! For your convenience, we have included Amazon links to everything you
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The solutions that worked for me Some small dog breeds are notorious for being fussy eaters. Yorkies and Maltese dogs are among them. My small breed dogs have always been Chihuahuas, and only one of them was a fussy eater, until now. Fancy used to have a normal appetite until two months ago. That’s when
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What’s the Clear Slime Lurking in the Water Bowl? Have you ever rubbed your fingers on the inside of your dog’s water bowl and felt a slippery slime? Well, that transparent goo is called Biofilm. Biofilm is a collection of living and dead, organic and inorganic materials collected on a surface. It is made up
Autumn ushers in crisp air, eye-popping colors, and comforting aromas, such as pumpkin spice. But it also brings with it some hazards for our dogs. Piles of leaves left without being removed become old and damp and can pose a significant threat to our dogs. The dark, moist conditions found in these piles become a
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Halloween Treats Do’s and Don’ts Fido is no dummy. When he sees you dropping a sweet goody into the pumpkins of the trick or treaters, or he watches as they pop it into their mouths, he will naturally want in on this action. Now, this is a game he can really get into. He’ll
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Fun fall activities for your doggies Here are some ideas for things you can safely do with your pups during this COVID-19 Autumn. This Autumn shall be like no other. So, we must try and make the best of it. Especially regarding those special members of our family. Our furry friends. They have no
With the holidays looming on the horizon, this year, not only can you bake holiday cookies for your friends and family, but you can now bake homemade doggie treats for their special fur babies. Remember to buy some different sized dog bone cookie cutters. Larger ones for big bones and big dogs. Medium size for
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As a travel writer by trade and a dog lover at heart, I’ve been writing about pet-friendly travel for years. And as an old dog myself, some of the articles appeared only in print. However, in recent years, many have been featured online. I would like to direct you to whereislisanow.com for just a few
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Doggie Games to Play Part 2 of 2 in the series If you’ve read Doggie Games to Play Part 1, you know I was having a senior moment and got a little off track. But I’m allowed a little leeway, as I’m your Senior Editorial Director. Okay, now back to my list of games for
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Doggie Games to Play Part 1 of 2 in the series Here are a few fun ways for entertaining your older dog. No purchase required! Just gather some household items and follow these tips, and you and your dog will enjoy some pure tail-wagging fun. 1) Box Puzzles Here’s an excellent way to use some
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Summer Fun for Your Senior Doggie Part 2 of 2 in the series Just like senior humans, living an active lifestyle with your senior pup is paramount. Go for a swim. Swimming is good for all dogs, but especially for older ones. The benefits for older people and older dogs are pretty much the same. It’s
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