Bringing home a puppy!

Last week we talked about adding another dog to your home.  This week we want to talk about adding a puppy, and specifically, what his (and your)  requirements will be. Your breeder has probably recommended that you buy a crate for the puppy.  You have three choices....

Bringing a new dog into the house?

You have one dog. He’s the best dog you’ve ever had. He sits alone in the house all day while you’re at work and you feel bad for him.  Someone suggested bringing another dog into the house so he’ll have a buddy to keep him company.   You...

Thunderstorms revisited!

After the storms we’ve had in the past week, we want to spotlight a new product. It’s by the makers of the Thunder Shirt ( www.thundershirt.com) and it’s called the Calming Cap.  The principal is simple. CalmingCap The Calming Cap is a great way to...

Hydration

Summer is here and you’re out and about with your dog.  You remember to bring a water bottle for you, but what about your best friend? Dogs sweat just like we do and increased activity brings increased water loss. It is very important to keep your dog hydrated....

Why do dogs bark?

You love your dog. You love spending time with him.  If only you knew why he barks so much. The question is why does your dog bark so much but you neighbors dog never utters a sound? Both dogs have great homes. Both dogs are healthy. It doesn’t make sense....

Thunderphobia

  Astraphobia, also known as astrapophobia, brontophobia, keraunophobia, or tonitrophobia, is an abnormal fear of thunder and lightning, a type of specific phobia. It is a treatable phobia that both humans and animals can develop. The term astraphobia derives...