by Grace Bryson | Jan 30, 2015 | something to think about, things you should know
Like us, dogs have anxieties and fears. A dog’s anxieties, may not be the same as our own anxieties, but they cause stress and physical reactions just the same. Some common dog anxiety problems include – Separation anxiety – A dog gets anxious when left alone. Noise...
by Grace Bryson | Jan 25, 2015 | Blog, Featured, Success Story
You may remember reading about Ghost, our German Shepherd here a couple of years ago. We got Ghost at 3 /2 months and he was a handful. I enlisted Grace’s help and the rest is history. Ghost is now a wonderful, balanced dog with a great understanding of what...
by Grace Bryson | Jan 23, 2015 | Blog, Huh? Did you know?, things you should know
Hot Spots are one of those less then desirable skin irritations seen in pets. Often, you’ll here your vet refer to them as moist eczema, but you … well, you can call them hot spots. They occur when your dog itches, scratches or licks him or herself...
by Grace Bryson | Jan 20, 2015 | Blog, Featured, Huh? Did you know?, something to think about
Have you used or contemplated using tea tree oil to treat a problem in one of your pets? If so, you may be interested to know that recent reports have linked the substance to toxicity in dogs and cats. Used without ample caution, tea tree oil can cause your pet much...
by Grace Bryson | Jan 20, 2015 | Blog, Featured
Good Morning! It’s coming up to that time of year again for spring cleaning! Here at rrruffhouse.com we are looking for your old blankets, comforters, duvets, towels, and facecloths. Rather than get rid of them please contact for a potential donation. Your help...
by Grace Bryson | Jan 15, 2015 | Blog, Featured
Hello everyone, As many of you know every year I start a new project where the dogs are concerned, well this year is no different! The cause I am on for 2015 is trying to get the by-law changed where the Belleville dog park is concerned. I have been on the phone for...
by Grace Bryson | Jan 8, 2015 | adoption story
We came to grace’s in search for another dog after the loss of our Sheppard 3 months ago. We went there with some hesitation as we weren’t looking to replace our Sheppard but to expand our family once again. From the minute we met cowboy (now known as moose) we were...
by Grace Bryson | Jan 7, 2015 | Featured, Food for thought, something to think about
Are raw food diets for dogs an ideal meal plan or a dangerous fad? Raw dog food diets are controversial. But the popularity of the diets — which emphasize raw meat, bones, fruits, and vegetables — is rising. Racing greyhounds and sled dogs have long eaten...
by Grace Bryson | Jan 2, 2015 | something to think about, things you should know
Rope toys continue to kill dogs A “foreign body” is the term we use to describe anything other than food that your pet may have swallowed. It can be very complicated to determine whether a particular foreign body will make your pet sick. The most difficult cases of...
by Grace Bryson | Dec 31, 2014 | something to think about, things you should know
Consider carefully before adding more dogs to your household. If you’re thinking about adopting a new dog, there are a few key things to consider first, to ensure that you’re going to be able to cope with a lifestyle that involves more than one dog. Every...