Dogs, Fireworks, and Thunderstorms
June 16th, 2009
Happy 4th of July The 4th of July is fast approaching. Remember to keep a watchful eye on your dog when fireworks are set off on the 4th of July. Too many dogs are frightened by the loud noises and run. They don’t know where they are heading, but think if they run they can [...]
Buying A Dog – 14 Quick Tips For “Before and After”
March 17th, 2009
Once you decided on what breed of dog you want, you’ll need to know what is needed before you bring the dog home. I have listed 14 quick tips on what to do “before and after,” when bringing your new puppy or adult dog home. Before you bring the dog home 1. Make Time – [...]
My dog hates to have his feet touched
February 12th, 2009
How many times have your heard that one? It is especially hard to cut toenails if you can’t even hold his paw long enough. To gain his trust Start touching and rubbing the dogs feet at a very young age. This way he will be accustom to having his feet touch and you won’t have [...]
What Dog Toys Are Safe and Which Are Dangerous?
December 26th, 2008
There are many factors that play a part in the safety or dangers of a dog toy. One of the most important things is to buy the right size of toy for the size of your dog. Dogs also have their own personal preference. I’ve learned this from trial and error. I can’t tell you [...]
Know How to Take Care of a Dog Before Buying One
December 5th, 2008
Don’t buy a dog without any knowledge of how to take care of him. There is a lot of time and patience involved in owning a dog, and one must be prepared with that knowledge and commitment. I was reading about this woman who has a 7 month old German shepherd/lab mix and had several [...]