Tick Removal
Ticks are small insects that feed on the blood of a host by using their mouths to latch onto the skin. According to WebMD, most tick bites do not cause serious health problems, but it is important to remove a tick from your skin as soon as you notice it. Ticks can...RIP ATLAS……. YOUR LEGACY WILL LIVE ON
I am writing this blog with a very heavy heart, and also a new found energy and drive to get this rrruffstart program up and off the ground. I will not allow atlas to die in vain. about 10 weeks ago I got a call from a lady who had become homeless, jobless and...Do Dogs Need to Be Tested for Heartworm Even if They Are on Heartguard All Year Long?
You know that canine heartworm disease can be deadly — so you’re always certain to give your dog his monthly heartworm preventative tablet. Since he’s on the medication year-round, why does your vet insist on a heartworm test before she writes you an...Spring Pet Poisons
Gardening season is here! Plant bulbs are just as excited to break through the ground to add some color to our yards as we are to see some greenery! That said, we need to be aware of the potential dangers spring plants can be for our pets. Here is a list of some of...How Old Before Puppies Can Start Eating Soft Food?
Puppies begin their lives drinking mom’s milk, and following that up with a proper and nutritionally balanced diet might seem like quite the tall order, particularly if you’ve never done so before. During and after the weaning process, the diet planning...Punishment vs. Correction in Dogs
A dog should never be punished for deeds you do not like, but rather corrected. What’s the difference between a punishment and a correction? A correction is when you give a command of disapproval at the moment the deed is about to be done or is being done. A...MUD, MUD AND MORE MUD
It looks like Spring is finally here!! We as pet parents know what that means. Mud, mud and more mud! We here at rrruffhouse know how frustrating it is with the constant upkeep to keep the mud and then sand under control. Here are a couple of tips. Have a...When Do Puppies Open Their Eyes?
Those first magical days of a puppy’s life are amazing to witness, as anyone who has been there can attest. When puppies open their eyes, they are greeted by an amazing assortment of sights. As their eyesight gets better, more of their senses begin to be...Vinegar as a Treatment for Fleas
There are various conventional and natural treatments for fleas. Traditional flea treatments can be costly and sometimes cause adverse reactions. Accordingly, many pet owners consider natural flea treatment options, such as vinegar. Vinegar is a natural remedy that...Who is Grace?
Hi there. I’m Grace. I am a very hard working, compassionate and strong willed woman who loves a challenge and never backs down from a hard days work, which is a good mix for working with dogs that are having trouble getting along in the world with us humans! The greatest reward I get in life is when someone tells me I saved the life of their dog so they didn’t have to give it up! I love nothing more then showing people how to be a leader in their own world and all aspects of life! I am a leader, and walk my own path in life and I’ll go where ever it takes me! CLICK TO READ MORE...