One of the highlights of summertime in the USA is our grand Independence Day celebration. Whether you enjoy the traditional 4th of July barbeque, a pool party with friends, or a spectacular fireworks display, there's a little something for everyone. Everyone but your dog, that is. Most dogs do not care for all the pomp and circumstance surrounding our nation's birthday celebration, and it should be noted that more dogs go missing on the 4th of July than any other day of the year. That ... Read More about 4th of July Anxiety: 8 Tips to Prepare Your Dog
6 Great Summer Gift Ideas for Dog Moms
Nothing draws a dog mom and her beloved pooch closer than a crisis, such as the one we're currently experiencing. Dogs provide companionship, comfort, and exercise during prolonged periods of social distancing, and we're so lucky to have them. We don’t need a holiday as an excuse to treat ourselves or the other dog moms in our lives with one of these great Summer gift ideas for dog moms. This article contains affiliate links which means that if you use these links to make a purchase, ... Read More about 6 Great Summer Gift Ideas for Dog Moms
7 Tips for Taking Your Dog Camping During Quarantine
Now that summertime is upon us, staying quarantined at home is harder than ever. But while it's still important to keep a safe social distance from others, there's never been a better time for taking your dog camping. Most experts agree that camping is a low-risk activity, meaning that if you follow a few simple common sense rules, you should be able to protect yourself (and others) from contracting COVID-19. That means camping may actually end up being the go-to activity of the summer for ... Read More about 7 Tips for Taking Your Dog Camping During Quarantine
4 Common Paw Issues that Affect Dogs
When you think of diseases in dogs, some of the most common chronic illnesses may spring to mind, including heart worm, diabetes, dental issues such as caries or gum disease, and kennel cough. Because dogs are covered in fur, it can sometimes be hard to find another issue that can be a major problem: paw issues, which can cause considerable pain and discomfort for your pooch. If you haven’t given your dog’s paws a good inspection lately, try doing so today. While your dog is enjoying her ... Read More about 4 Common Paw Issues that Affect Dogs
7 Things to Do If Your Dog Gets Lost on Vacation
Just yesterday we talked about some great dog-friendly travel destinations for your summer vacation. I hope I got you dreaming of a fun time away with your dog, even in spite of the current COVID-19 situation in the world. It's still very possible to travel safely with your dog. But what if the unthinkable happened? What if your dog went missing while you're traveling? Would you know what to do? Keep reading while I discuss 7 things to do if your dog gets lost on vacation. 7 Things to ... Read More about 7 Things to Do If Your Dog Gets Lost on Vacation
