Does My Dog Need Both a Microchip AND a Collar?
When it comes to keeping your pet safe at home, their collar is like a seatbelt, and their microchip, an air bag. Having both gives your pet the best chance of finding their way home if they ever get lost or stolen. Why Microchips Are Important Even With A Collar Microchips are permanent and never […]
Keep Your Dog Safe At The Beach
Whether you’re looking forward to letting your dog play in the sand, swim in the sea, or fetch frisbees along the shore, the beach is a great place to make memories and stay cool on a hot summer day. Make sure you’re ready for the best dog beach day ever with these safety tips. Getting […]
Caring for Special Needs Dogs – A Dog Parent’s Experience
On May 3rd we celebrate National Specially-abled Pets Day! As a dog mom to a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel with Degenerative Myelopathy, this holiday is extra special for me. Canine Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) – as its name suggests – is a progressive disease causing degeneration of the spinal cord. Degenerative Myelopathy is often compared to […]
Can a GPS Tracker or AirTag Replace Your Dog’s Microchip?
Since the late 80s, microchips have helped thousands of lost pets get reunited with their pet parents. In fact, having a microchip doubles a pet’s chances of finding their way home, according to a 2009 AVMA study. With the rising popularity of GPS trackers and Apple AirTags, many pet parents are using these devices to […]
Blue-Green Algae: Keep Swimming Dogs Safe From Deadly Blue-Green Algae
As a conscious pet parent, you may have heard alarming stories of dogs suddenly falling ill or passing away after going for a swim. Blue-green algae toxicity is a hidden danger lurking in lakes and ponds, even in popular swimming spots. Learn why this microorganism is so dangerous to dogs and what you can do […]
If You Do These 5 Things, You’re A Responsible Dog Owner
Every third Saturday in September, the American Kennel Club (AKC) hosts Responsible Dog Ownership Day with a series of nationwide events and promotions to help educate dog owners on important topics like microchipping, nutrition, training, and regular vet visits. Whether you’re a first-time puppy parent or a seasoned dog owner, this holiday is a perfect […]
5 Warning Signs Of Overheating in Dogs
Summer brings endless fun for dogs that love to fetch, chase, and play the days away. But dogs can get carried away and keep playing even when they’re feeling overheated, so it’s our responsibility as pet parents to make sure they take breaks to lower their risk of heatstroke. Heatstroke is a life-threatening condition that […]
5 Holiday Foods that are Hazardous to Dogs
During the winter holiday season, it’s common for veterinarians to see an uptick in emergency vet visits. When you’re distracted by the festivities, some pets take the opportunity to beg for scraps from holiday guests, sneak food from platters and candy dishes, and even scrounge up edible gifts under the tree. To keep your pets […]
Why Dogs Get Lost: 7 Ways To Protect Your Dog
Losing a dog or cat is a pet parent’s worst nightmare. From the moment your pet doesn’t appear when you call their name, to the sinking feeling that they might never come home, the loss of a pet is a whirlwind of fear, guilt, and heartbreak. Nobody expects to be unable to locate their pet, […]
What To Do With Dogs In Case of A Fire
Would you know what to do if your pet was in your home during a fire? According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), around 500,000 dogs and cats are affected by residential fires each year. The AVMA also states that, unfortunately, about 40,000 of those pets do not survive. In honor of National Pet […]
Top 10 Summer Safety Tips for Dogs
Summer’s finally here, and if you’re like us, you’re looking forward to spending as much of it as possible with your pets. Whether you can’t wait to swim, hike, and stroll the beach with your dog, or just want to nap in the sunbeams with your cat, don’t let health and safety hazards turn your […]
Can Dogs Drown? Keeping Your Dog Safe Around Water
According to the Pool Safety Network, over 5000 pets drown in swimming pools yearly. Thousands more die in drowning incidents in lakes, streams, in the ocean, and in other bodies of water. Not all dogs are natural swimmers. Also, those that take like a duck to the water can still be at risk of drowning. […]
5 Little-Known Dangers of Fireworks To Dogs
For many of us, the “oohs,” and “aahs,” of fireworks lighting up the sky are the quintessential ending to the perfect Fourth of July. But for our dogs and cats, these festive pyrotechnics bring hours, even days of peril. From thunderous booms to toxic pollution, fireworks are not only scary to pets; they can be […]
Dog Fire Safety – What Dog Parents Should Know
Your pets are part of the family, and in an emergency, their safety would be one of your first priorities. By taking steps to prevent house fires and making evacuation plans that include your pets, you can help ensure they stay safe and sound. Fire Hazard On Four Legs It’s not uncommon for pets to […]
How To Protect Your Dog From Foxtails – These Spiky Seeds Are A Summer Safety Risk
If you hike or walk in the summertime, you’re probably familiar with those pesky seeds that cling to your shoes and pants. Foxtails, the barbed seed heads of certain grass-like weeds, are not only annoying to remove from clothes, they can pose a serious health risk to our four-legged hiking companions. Learn why foxtails are […]