It’s wintertime and you’ve got to take care to make sure your dogs are safe indoors. There are a few concerns every dog lover should keep in mind this time of year. Here’s a handy dandy checklist:
Heating System: Particularly if you’ve got an old-school furnace, make sure your dog can’t get into it! The hot water heater is the same thing – make sure your dog is trained to stay away from all things heat that run in the depths of your house.
Carbon Monoxide: Humans aren’t the only ones affected by Carbon Monoxide so why not get a Home Security ADT system for your house to ensure if you’ve got a leak the alarm will sound? At the very least install combination smoke detector/CO2 detectors at the house.
Mend Fences: Make sure your yard is fully fenced in – this is the season when it’s easier to put your dog in the yard than bear the cold for a walk! As long as he’s safely secured you won’t have to worry and you won’t get too cold – remember dogs can’t take freezing temps long either.
Jan 15, 2012 | | Uncategorized
Many pet owners have questioned whether or not a cat and a dog can live under the same roof without fighting with each other. Often times animals have territorial issues at first or fight mainly because they want the attention of their owners versus allowing the other animal to have a piece of that attention. Cats are considerably lazy animals in comparison to dogs which are most notably playful and free spirited. Not all cats are lazy however, and Read the rest of this entry »
Sep 17, 2011 | | Uncategorized
Everyone wants Rover to go on vacation and you have no idea what to do with him while you are on vacation. If you have not selected your vacation spot you can revolve the decision around a really cool dog park. Any city with a great dog park will have plenty of attractions for you and your family nearby. Many websites cater to dogs’ needs and finding the nation’s best dog parks is pretty simple these Read the rest of this entry »
Sep 15, 2011 | | Uncategorized
Everyone has good intentions when they take that new puppy as a gift to their best friend, best friend’s child or even grandparent. Before making this bold move you need to ask yourself a few questions. The biggest thing to consider is whether the person really wants a pet. If the person you are gifting has vocalized their desire to get a new pet maybe gifting one is a good idea. So think about the first time you saw your puppy. Would you have wanted someone else to pick out your new bundle of joy? In most cases selecting a Read the rest of this entry »
Sep 13, 2011 | | Uncategorized
Summer translates into more outdoor time with your canine companion often involving walks in the woods, romps at the beach or sultry days spent in the yard. It is never too early to get ready for the warm weather and it is best to do this ahead of time. Since summer heat can bring some challenges, preparedness is ultimately key to avoid unpleasant surprises.
Summer often means more skin problems for some dogs, especially those equipped with a longer coat. Hot spots, insect bites and skin allergies are more likely to flare up in the warmer Read the rest of this entry »
Sep 12, 2011 | | Uncategorized