by Grace Bryson | Sep 20, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?, Just because, something to think about, things you should know, Training Tips
Ahhhhhhhhhh, retractable leashes… a hot topic that inspired me to write down some brief thoughts…As most people who know me know, I HATE flexi-leashes. This might be the one dog training tool that I absolutely cannot find ANY value in; (even silly ones...
by Grace Bryson | Sep 5, 2013 | Huh? Did you know?, things you should know
Dogs will chew on just about anything, especially when they are puppies. With that in mind, even some dog toys found at your local pet store may be unsafe your pet. While you can do your best to avoid unsafe toys, supervision is really the key to keeping your pet...
by Grace Bryson | Sep 3, 2013 | Huh? Did you know?, things you should know
House plants that add natural fragrance and color to the home may pose a health risk to the family pet. Before adding new greenery to your home, check the plant’s label for toxicity warnings. If your pet accidentally ingests leaves, stems or flowering portions...
by Grace Bryson | Sep 2, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?
The kitchen can be a virtual playground for your dog’s nose and taste buds. Most dogs love food and especially yearn for “people food”. Dog experts have discouraged the feeding of table scraps to dogs for years because of the potentials for toxicity,...
by Grace Bryson | Sep 1, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?
Dogs will eat just about anything. Despite a popular misconception, dogs cannot instinctively tell what foods are healthy for them and what foods can make them sick. Pet food companies are required to list food ingredients on a side label, but some ingredients can be...
by Grace Bryson | Aug 31, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?
Symptoms that indicate food allergies also occur with flea and other allergies. Dogs with food allergies often show symptoms such as ear drainage, skin rashes and skin, ear infections and itchy feet, according to Purdue University of Veterinary Medicine. Veterinarians...
by Grace Bryson | Aug 30, 2013 | Huh? Did you know?, things you should know
Some Toxic Ingredients and Their Effects on People and Pets: Ammonia – Used in many de-greasers for ovens, glass and stainless steel, ammonia has a very high VOC, burns mucous membranes and contributes to asthma. If it is mixed with bleach, it creates a...
by Grace Bryson | Aug 29, 2013 | Huh? Did you know?, something to think about
Are you having a dilemma on choosing a dog harness or a collar? Don’t get overwhelmed about deciding. There are so many different types of stylish dog collars and harnesses to choose from. This article will describe some of the ways on how to decipher on which...
by Grace Bryson | Aug 28, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?
Hives in an of themselves are usually not a serious condition and you may not even know that your dog has them unless you feel its skin. However, they can be indicative of a serious allergic reaction. You may feel welts or raised spots which means that it may have...
by Grace Bryson | Aug 27, 2013 | Food for thought, Huh? Did you know?, something to think about, things you should know
Rawhide is sold in just about every pet store – often in many different varieties. It’s a staple in most households with pets. Yet many blogs, organizations, and veterinarians warn that rawhide could not only be dangerous, it could actually be lethal. Here’s what you...