Our current dog family consists of 2 Beagle-mix sisters, Susie and Fluffy. Over the last 35 years I've had anywhere from 1 to 6 dogs at a time, so I definitely have tons of dog and puppy stories to share! By the way, our dogs are going on 2 years straight with absolutely NO commercial pet food or dog treats. I like to make my own food and treats for my dogs.
Do you have trouble getting your dog into the car? Or maybe you don’t have transportation at all. Does your dog get carsick? Are you making multiple trips to the veterinarian because you have more than one pet? Or maybe you're struggling to get all of your dogs into the car and to the vet at the same time because gas is so expensive right now. Perhaps you're just too darned busy. For these reasons (and many more!), a mobile vet might be just the solution you’ve been looking … [Read more...]
Ever wonder exactly what therapy dogs do, or if your dog could be a therapy dog? All us dog lovers know how special a little canine companionship can be. Life just wouldn’t be complete without a furry friend nearby! Somehow, when one is stressed or feeling poorly for whatever reason, the simple act of looking into those big brown, understanding eyes and petting that package of unconditional love seems to work wonders. … [Read more...]
I love happy little mutts! But many people prefer the look and more predictable characteristics of a particular breed instead.If you prefer a certain dog breed, then your first order of business is to do some thorough research to find the best breed for your circumstances. According to the Humane Society of the United States, 1 in 4 purebred dogs end up in shelters, due to no fault of their own, so this is an extremely important step. Besides, it’s fun! Once you've … [Read more...]
Is there anything more wonderful than a puppy? Playful, cuddly, funny, and oh that puppy breath. Call me crazy (you wouldn’t be the first), but if somebody could figure out how to bottle that stuff I’d keep ‘em in business. I can’t imagine my life without a dog or 2 or 3 in it. If you’ve never owned a dog, or haven’t done so in a long while, and are considering adopting a furry friend, congratulations! But (yeah, you knew there had … [Read more...]
My dogs love these homemade dog treats... After that dog food scare awhile back where some dogs were sickened or even died, Hubby & I made a decision that our dogs would no longer be fed commercial dog food, including their beloved dog biscuit treats. This way, we’d know exactly what went into the food, and we’d also be able to easily steer clear of cornmeal, which is hard to avoid and seems to aggravate our dog’s allergies. First stop: the Internet. We looked … [Read more...]
As the Senior years go by and the Geriatric years approach, we dog owners need to add a few more things to the list of what to watch for and do, in order to help our aging -- yet still very lovable -- companions get as much out of life as possible. Here are some Senior dog health issues to look for, plus some changes to make to your daily routine when you have an older dog... … [Read more...]
You’ve spent many happy years with your four-legged best friend. You’ve fed him good healthy food, kept his water dish clean and full, and kept him bathed, clipped and brushed. You’ve romped together, cuddled together, and taken him in for his regular checkups. You gave him medicine when he needed it, and over time as he slowed down, or perhaps became ill, you traded playing catch or going on a run for some gentler activities and extra pets & pats.But time … [Read more...]
My biggest complaint about our canine best friends is they age much too fast! But there are many things you can do to keep your older dog with you and feeling as good as possible for many years to come. Let’s look at a few of the early things you should do for your senior pet... Dog Age Explained The old adage about 1 human year being equal to 7 doggie years is, of course, false. There are a number of dog age charts out there, and they all tell us basically the … [Read more...]
Some lucky dogs (and even some breeds) seldom, if ever, need their nails trimmed. But if your dog spends most his time indoors and doesn’t go for regular walks, it’s easy for his toenails to get too long. If you hear your dog’s nails click when he walks on a hard floor, it’s time for a trim! Letting a dog’s nails become too long can be uncomfortable at best, and downright painful or harmful at worst. I’ve seen some poor dogs with nails so long they curl, causing the toes to … [Read more...]
Here’s a fun way to teach your dog a new trick... something I learned from a friend of mine. Years ago we were visiting a friend who commanded his dog, "Butch, go lay down under the table". Butch dutifully did as he was told, and I was thoroughly impressed. "That’s amazing; he knows what a table is!" … [Read more...]
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