Dogs

Pet Costs: 21 Clever Ways To Save Money On Everyday Dog Care

Lynnette Walczak — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:05:22 +0000

You want to keep your dog as happy and healthy as possible. Right?

Sure you do. But you don’t want to spend an arm and a leg to do it.

They say that we spend roughly $1,500 a year on each of our dogs, depending on size. Veterinarians tend to put that figure closer to $2,000 a year — which amounts to about $20,000 on the low end or $40,000 on the high end during the dog’s lifetime.

See the true cost of owning a dog… in hard dollars.

We’re all looking for ways to save money whenever possible — and that includes saving money on pet care too.

Here are some ways to save money on everyday dog care:

How To Get Answers To Your Dog Health Questions… Fast!

Lynnette Walczak — Tue, 21 May 2013 21:52:45 +0000

Got a sick dog?

Or maybe you just have a question about your dog’s general health and wellbeing…

You’ve got 3 good options in order to get peace of mind quickly…

Want To Adopt A Bichon Frise Dog? Pros & Cons Of Bichon Dogs

Lynnette Walczak — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 14:05:26 +0000

Many people are drawn to the Bichon Frise breed of dog because they are cute dogs with friendly personalities.

However, it is important to know all of the pros and cons of having a Bichon before you commit to owning one.

Here’s what you need to know…

Got A Bored Dog? Top 8 Interactive Dog Toys To Keep Dogs Super Busy And Having Fun

Lynnette Walczak — Tue, 26 Mar 2013 01:11:24 +0000

Dog toys come in all shapes and sizes, but my favorite — or should I say my dog’s favorite — are the interactive ones.

Interactive dog toys (also called enrichment dog toys) are created to serve a specific purpose and to provide a unique challenge for your dog.

Basically, interactive dog toys have some really unique features to keep your dog’s interest high, including:

Unusual sounds - like squeakers, sound cards, or crinkled plastic in the tail of a stuffed dog toy
Unusual movements - like toys that bounce around on their own, have dangling parts, or various textures
Unusual contents - like dog treats that come out when rolled around or when a puzzle is solved

All of these features are designed to keep your dog’s attention for longer periods of time. In addition, you will ultimately get your money’s worth from a dog toy with these features — because your dog won’t grow bored with it quickly.

How To Keep Fleas Away From Your Dog, Your Backyard, And Your House

Lynnette Walczak — Sun, 03 Mar 2013 21:50:18 +0000

Aaack! Where did my dog get fleas?!

I have a dog that finds it preferable to sleep with her body pressed up against my face during the night. Except for the periodic breathing impairment, I don’t consider it much of a nuisance.

In 2011, I awoke one morning to find my face had developed a number of red marks. I didn’t think much of it and continued off to work. A few days passed and something odd happened. The marks on my face were increasing in numbers and I started to get concerned. On the third day, I awoke with Daisy nuzzled up to my cheek, and I could see her fur close up – and a tiny black dot. The dot moved and I jumped out of bed.

Those marks were not random, they were fleas!

I quickly set out on a mission to learn more about fleas on dogs.

Free Dog Samples: Lots Of Free Dog Food & Treats Just For Asking!

Lynnette Walczak — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 00:25:44 +0000

I’ve shared my best tips for getting free stuff before.

One of my most popular is How To Get Free Pregnancy & Baby Stuff For New Parents.

Now it’s time to share my best freebies for dogs!

What follows are all of the free dog samples that I know about at this time. I will continue to update this post as the offers expire.

Dog Motorcycle Riding: Do You Think This Is Safe?

Lynnette Walczak — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 18:30:27 +0000

Jim and I were driving in the car on I-65 in Nashville the other day when we saw this:

Yes, that’s a dog riding on the back of a motorcycle!

The worst part is the fact that we were going 55+ mph on a major highway that is filled with 4 lanes of fast-moving vehicles.

5 Natural Home Remedies For Your Dog’s Allergies

Regina — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 13:00:29 +0000

I think that most dog owners will agree with me here. The worst thing in the world to see if your dog suffering.

It makes you feel terrible when you know that your dog is hurting, or uncomfortable.

Unfortunately, dog allergies can be very debilitating.

The symptoms alone are enough to make you cringe:

red eyes
itchy skin
discharge coming out of the eyes and nose
itchy feet
red spots from scratching

While only your vet can diagnose whether or not your dog is actually experiencing an allergic reaction or not (and what, specifically, your dog is allergic to), there are some things that you can to help your dog feel better and possibly alleviate some of the symptoms.

Following are 5 natural cures for dog allergies that you can try in order to help relieve your dog’s allergy symptoms…

Dog Snow Fun – Doggie Skiing With No Equipment Necessary!

Lynnette Walczak — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:02:54 +0000

In case you were wondering if dogs like snow or not, these dogs prove that snow can provide hours of fun!

My favorite parts from the video:

They ‘doggie paddle’ to propel themselves down the hill.
They snack along the way, munching on snow as they’re sliding.
They stay out of each other’s way.
They’re fully aware when they’re getting close to the trees.
They stop to enjoy a good snowy backrub at times (similar to a doggie snow angel).
They enjoy the downhill ride so much, that they don’t mind running back up the hill to do it all again.
The pure joy that shows on their faces… and tails!

Enjoy the video!…

As cute as it is to see big pawed dogs run around like little puppies, they need to be watched carefully for signs of dehydration. According to About.com, “Snow poisoning is a recent term for a dog who is essentially dying of thirst, surrounded by snow.” Snow is frozen water yet it has very little amount of actual water in it. So, the next time that you are out in the snow playing with your dog, make sure that you have some real water handy for them to drink when they need it. ~Big Dog Blog

More Fun Dog Snow Activities

Here are some excellent winter dog safety tips and fun ideas to try. Many of these I wouldn’t have thought of.

Dog Diarrhea Causes: Top Reasons A Dog Has Diarrhea

Lynnette Walczak — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 15:09:17 +0000

When I was a boy, I came home from school to see a plate full of crumbs on a table and my dog, Daisy, sitting nearby, staring up at me as if to ask if I had any more.

The plate, before Daisy ate its contents, was full of 24 gingerbread men my mother had made the night before.

By deducing the look on her face and the crumbs around her face, diagnosing the reason for her diarrhea was pretty easy.

It’s not always so easy to find out what’s causing diarrhea in dogs.

If your dog is experiencing diarrhea, it can be symptomatic of many different things. What it means may depend on your dog’s surroundings, stress level, health level or behavior.

Here are the most common reasons for dog diarrhea…