Whether you prefer to stock up on your favorite grocery store flavors or venture out to local businesses, you probably spend a lot of summer evenings enjoying ice cream. The sweet, frozen treat makes for the perfect summer date, vacation snack, or after dinner dessert. …
The warm summer months bring vacations, pool days, and summer barbecues-but it brings along some dangers too. Everyone knows the hazards that summer brings for humans such as sunburns and swimming pool disasters, but did you know that summer brings along dangerous situations for our …
While many over the counter medications, such as Tylenol, are not safe to give your dog-Benadryl is perfectly okay for our furry friends. Next time your dog is experiencing symptoms caused by allergies, reach for the allergy relief medication in your medicine cabinet. Today I’m …
Have you ever heard someone tell you to check your peanut butter or yogurt for xylitol before feeding it to your dog? Xylitol is a sugar substitute that can be found in candy, chocolate, gum, and other sweetened products. While it’s completely safe for human …
With so many different kibbles on the market, it can be challenging to decide which is best for our furry friends. While kibble is convenient, the truth is, even the highest quality kibble lacks fresh, whole foods that dogs need for a healthy diet. By …
Before taking your dog on any adventures this summer, you should be prepared with a dog first aid kit. Accidents happen, and you’ll want to have the necessary supplies in the case of an illness or injury. Today, I’m sharing everything you should include in …
Trimming your dogs nails is an important, yet difficult task. Despite being a painless procedure, many dogs are not a fan of having their nails trimmed. Nail trimming should be implemented from day one of bringing your new puppy home. The sooner you start nail …
Did you know that a lot of human foods actually have vitamins and nutrients that are beneficial for your dog as well? Summertime brings lots of delicious fruits that people enjoy throughout the warm months. This summer, your dog can enjoy a sweet, fruity treat …
It’s that time of year where we need to keep an eye on our furry friends for parasites such as fleas and ticks. Ticks are parasites that feed off the blood of other animals, and unfortunately our dogs are a popular choice. While removing a …
So you just brought home a new puppy and are scheduling your first vet visit. The first trip to the vet can be overwhelming for not just your dog, but for you as well. There is a ton of conflicting information about diets, exercise, and …