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Recognizing the Importance Of Dogs During National Immunization Awareness Month
August is National Immunization Awareness Month. It is a great time to brush up on your understanding of immunization programs for dogs. There are specific immunization requirements throughout the life of dogs. The specific vaccinations may differ slightly depending on where you are located and the types of health risks for dogs in your area.…
Read MoreSummer Fun Backyard BBQ Safety For Your Dog
The summer is a wonderful time to spend time relaxing in the backyard. BBQ dog safety must be considered when grilling and enjoying evening campfires as everyone unwinds and spends time together. One of the central features of get-togethers for family and friends is cooking out. There is something about cooking outside that makes food…
Read MoreDeveloping A Pet Fire Emergency Plan
Everyone should have a fire emergency plan designed for their home. This plan needs to include where and how to leave the residence based on fire starting or spreading to different areas of the home. While most families have a general understanding of where to go and how to get out of the house if…
Read MoreDog-Friendly Pools: What Owners Need To Know
Most dogs love to cool off with a swim, and they are natural swimmers. But dog-friendly pools are important to consider. Keeping your dog safe in the pool does take some training and advanced preparation. Just like children, dogs should never be allowed in a pool, or even a lake, without constant supervision. Unfortunately, dogs…
Read MoreEverything You Wanted To Know About Microchipping Your Pet
Microchipping has been used for the identification of dogs and cats for years. Initially, there was a lot of misinformation and myths about the process. Now, with vets and breeders behind the program, it is now commonly used in most countries around the world. To understand if microchipping your dog or cat is a good…
Read MoreLost Dog – What To Do And Not Do
Having a lost dog is a terrible feeling. It is even more problematic if your dog gets out of your yard at home and simply seems to disappear from the area. Your first thought is often of accidents, injuries, or even theft, and this can make it difficult to calmly approach the problem and start…
Read MoreA Dog’s Life After COVID-19: Tips For Reducing Pet Separation Anxiety When You Return To Work
Dogs with pet separation anxiety have genuine emotional and distress reactions when separated from their families. These distress reactions can include destructive behaviors such as digging, chewing, or soiling in the house, and they often include excessive barking or howling when the dog is alone. Dogs can also pace or bite, lick, or chew on…
Read MoreApril Showers Bring May Flowers – But They Also Lead To Dirty Dogs!
Dogs, like people, are happy to see the warm, sunny days of spring arrive and have time to spend outside in their yard or going on longer walks throughout the community. While spring is a great time to head outdoors, the conditions often make keeping your dirty dogs safe, clean, and looking terrific more trouble…
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