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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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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Summer Fun for Your Senior Doggie Part 1 of 2 in the series Summer isn’t just for humans. No, it’s very much a time for us to bond with our furry friends. And, summer bonding can be a snap. Yes, even during Covid-19, there are still many outdoor activities in which you can participate. Covid-19
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Dog paw pads for traction is a topic near and dear to my heart. Our home is, in one sense, dog-proof in that we replaced all carpeted areas with either tile or hardwood floors. So unintentional messes are easy to clean up. On the other hand, as our English Springer Spaniel has aged and her
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One of the first signs that your best friend is aging is that he’s finding it difficult to move. This can begin as early as 6 or 7 years of age in larger breeds and occurs later in life in smaller breeds. Arthritis in dogs makes it painful for them to walk, run, jump, and
Just like their humans, dogs sometimes get stressed, particularly in their golden years. Numerous factors can unnerve your normally contented canine. Here are some effective natural remedies for dogs with anxiety. But first, how do you know if you should be concerned about your dog’s stress level? Here are some common signs of anxiety:
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