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    How to Cope with Visiting Children & Your Dog

    The holiday season means visiting family and friends, often with kids. If your dog is not used to having kids around (or is maybe only used to your dog-savvy children), the situation can quickly become out of control if you are not prepared. Here are some tips and tricks to getting through the holidays while keeping the kids and dogs happy. The First Encounter The most important part of the whole visit is what happens in those first few minutes, … Read more

    5 Ways to Stop Inappropriate Chewing in Puppies

    Puppies use their mouths to explore the world around them, so it’s very normal to have a puppy that chews on everything. Whether it’s shoes, toys, or furniture, your puppy will likely try out a variety of objects great and small. While chewing is normal and should be expected, we typically don’t want our pups chewing on inappropriate items. There are plenty of dog toys and chews available to satisfy the needs of many chewers, but what others ways can … Read more

    Puppy Games—Learning Through Play

    “A tired puppy is a happy puppy.”  Most dog professionals will tout it as their mantra. Wear a puppy out through play and exercise; they won’t be inclined to destroy things. This is true for most dogs, but play for puppies is not only good exercise, it is necessary for developing a happy, well socialized, confident dog. Various puppy games also determine hierarchy in the pack and show the puppy where she falls in the ranks. That being said, there … Read more

    How Can I Make My Dog Stop Nipping?

    This is one of the most common (and painful!) problems all dog owners face. Whether it’s a puppy, adult rescue, or a dog that has “gotten away with it” for most of his life, it is definitely a bad habit that should be addressed as quickly as possible. As with most things, the longer your dog has practiced the bad behavior, the longer it is going to take you to nip it in the bud. So have patience. If you … Read more

    10 Must Have Items When Traveling With Your Dog

    More and more places are becoming dog-friendly, which is great for us. That means we can take our beloved pooches with us pretty much wherever we go! Not only can boarding and pet sitting be very expensive, we often hear horror stories about things gone wrong with people we don’t know taking care of our dogs. While this isn’t usually the case, it is something to keep in mind. Besides, how often do we just want to take our dogs … Read more

    Is Your Dog At Risk for Lead Poisoning?

    Many dog owners think of lead poisoning as a thing of the past. After all, lead-based paint was outlawed decades ago and most of us have updated our homes since then. But, you may be surprised at all the places your dog could still be getting lead poisoning, including his own toys. Dr. John Tegzes, VMD is a board certified toxicologist for JustFoodForDogs and specializes in safe food for pets. He has seen quite a bit of lead poisoning in … Read more

    Tips for Preparing Your Dog To Be Left Alone

    Sometimes our dogs cannot come with us on our trips. When that happens, it’s our job to make sure they enjoy the time away from us as much as possible. This can be especially hard for dogs that are nervous around other people or new environments, or that suffer from separation anxiety. Before You Leave There are several things you can do to help prepare your dog prior to your actual trip that will make them more at ease with … Read more

    Doggy DayCare: Do you REALLY know how your pet is being cared for?

    You may envision owners and operators of doggy daycare and boarding places to be die-hard dog lovers; willing to dedicate their lives to the care and well-being of other people’s fur kids. Unfortunately, the lucrative world of doggy daycares have them popping up everywhere, with owners that may be in it more for the green than because they love dogs. We drop our kids off as much as 5 days a week to these facilities, assuming they are going to … Read more

    Top Eco-Friendly Dog Products

    There has been a giant leap in the number of eco–friendly dog products and brands out there. But being environmentally conscious has its price—most of these products will run you a bit more than standard products. And while most of us would agree the price difference is worth it, we also agree the products should be worth the extra money when it comes to quality and durability. This is a list of brands and products that I have found are … Read more

    How to Safely Introduce Your New Puppy Into Your Home

    If you are thinking about bringing in a new puppy to your family, do not forget to take into consideration your current dog. Before you start looking for another dog, make sure the one you already have will be happy that you have added to the family. Especially older dogs who have always been an “only child.” They can be fear or aggressive to a new dog in their domain. Does your dog get along with other dogs at the dog parks, … Read more

    5 Steps to a Successful Puppy Adoption

    In honor of this year’s National Puppy Day, Aimee Gilbreath, Executive Director of Found Animals has a few tips to help you make an informed decision about choosing your next family member. 1.  Consider the Benefits of Adopting a Puppy The mere presence of a puppy can melt your heart immediately, so it is very important to understand that your new pup will require a lot of time, energy and patience before making any decisions. With that in mind, puppies … Read more