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. … [Read more...]
After finding this Flea and Tick Products Directory, I decided that I wanted to: Educate myself on the chemicals found in flea & tick products -- and which ones are the most/least harmful to dogs. Create a cheat sheet to print out and take it with me to the vet -- and when I'm shopping if I see a sale or special display. Best Flea & Tick Control For Dogs Following are the flea & tick preventatives that are technically the safest for dogs and the ones that I am most … [Read more...]
Just about every day you'll see a car going down the road with a dog's head sticking out of the window. I know, my dogs do it too. The youngest enjoys sticking his head out the back window of our Jeep Wrangler. With all the bugs, dirt, and debris flying through the air, imagine the damage if your poor dog should get hit in the eye by something. Doggie sunglasses (or doggie goggles) can be quite useful when it comes to protecting your dog's eyes. Here's what you need to … [Read more...]
When it comes to doing something special for your dog, you probably already give him Kong toys filled with treats on occasion. Or maybe even a healthy pooch smoothie. If you really want to mix things up a bit, a fun idea during the hot summer months is to put a cool twist on your dog's treats by giving him a frozen Kong treat! Here's how: … [Read more...]
As rational adults who just happen to be dog owners, we all know that you should never leave your dog inside the car on a hot day. Right? However, people still do it. (Even dog "experts" make mistakes and use poor judgment sometimes too.) So, from one dog owner to another, please don't leave your dog in the car on a warm day -- even if the windows are rolled down! Leaving your dog in the car during the summer (even when it doesn't seem all that hot to you) is similar to putting your … [Read more...]
While most dogs do just fine out in the sun, there are a few important things you should know about dog sunburn and dog skin cancer. Beyond the facts, it's up to you to do everything in your power to protect your dog from ever getting a sunburn in the first place. Following are 5 simple things you can do to prevent your dog from getting a sunburn... … [Read more...]
Most of us don't really think about the sun and how it affects our dogs -- except to be sure that we provide plenty of water and shade for our four-legged friends during the summer months. Right? Well, believe it or not, your dog's skin can be seriously damaged by the sun! Yep, just like people, dogs get sunburns too. And you may not realize this, but dogs also get skin cancer from too much exposure to the sun. Here's what you need to know about dog sunburn, doggie skin cancer, and … [Read more...]
Summer is a great time for dogs. Warm weather, lots of sunshine, long days, and best of all, we are just as excited as the dogs are to be outside! Fortunately, there are a bunch of great products available to make summertime even enjoyable for our furry friends. Some are just for fun, while others will help your dog stay more comfortable during the high temperatures. For starters, check out these 15 Tips For Safe Summer Fun With Your Dog! Now, onto the cool summer dog … [Read more...]
With summer upon us, it's time to let the kids and pets outside so they can burn off some steam and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. Kids and dogs have a lot in common. They tend to let loose.... running and jumping, going here and there with no thought of what dangers may be present around them.As with your children, your dog's well-being is your responsibility. That's why it's important to keep safety and good health high on your checklist, so summertime will be a fun time for your whole … [Read more...]
Believe it or not, your dog is just as susceptible to allergies as you are. Just like humans, sometimes a dog's immune system mistakes a perfectly ordinary, innocent food item or part of nature (such as mold, dust, dirt, pollen) and decides that the item is a threat to the dog. As such, the dog's immune system attacks the offending item. People are no strangers to having their immune systems thinking the local flora and fauna is actually an attack on the body, and your dog's immune system … [Read more...]
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