Today is one of your dogs favorite days of the year! It’s National Dog Walking Day! A celebration of two of the happiest things we have in life: exercise and outdoors. WHAT IS NATIONAL DOG WALKING DAY AND WHY SHOULD YOU CELEBRATE? National Dog Walking Day started back in the 1960’s when more women began returning back to the workforce. ...

Valentine’s Day Pet Safety It’s the season for love; Valentine’s Day is upon us. Celebrate the special day safely with your furry loved one. Follow these six tips for Valentine’s Day Pet Safety. Six Valentine’s Day Pet Safety Tips: Chocolate, Need We Say More? Chocolate, how we love you! Did you know Americans purchase 58 million pounds of chocolate for ...

Baking has always been a must for my family around the holidays. Once we got a dog, making homemade Christmas cookies for Duke became part of the annual tradition. If you’re also a baking enthusiast, we found a few 5-star recipes that you can whip up in no time and serve just in time for Christmas. Bon appétit! Gingerbread Dog ...

Emotional support animals are huge assets to their owners. While not the same as therapy or service dogs, they support their owners every day in tangible ways for those suffering from mental health conditions. Before getting into details, it’s important to note that there is no official registration database, and it is not required to register your emotional support animal, or ...

For many people, Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year. Families and friends are reunited, children are filled with excitement, and pets are overjoyed to join the festivities and be a part of all that’s going on. Despite a pet’s willingness to partake in all the activities that humans do, there should be some safety precautions in place to protect ...

  It may be hard not to notice the similarities between your pooch and the wolf you see at the zoo. You observe that both enjoy chewing on sticks, both enjoy lounging in the shade and both can’t get enough of curling up tightly in their favorite spot when it’s time for a nap. Depending on what type of dog ...

If your sweet pup has not been spayed, there is always a chance of pregnancy. Even a quick playdate with Fido in the neighbor’s yard can lead to the arrival of several little bundles of joy in the months ahead. If an unexpected rendezvous has you wondering whether or not Daisy is pregnant, there are several signs to look for ...

Going camping is a rite of passage for some families. It’s the official kick off of summer, and camping with your canine makes the trip a little more hectic maybe, but it also makes it a whole lot more enjoyable.  If you’re heading out the door with your hiking books, tent, bathing suit and campfire supplies this summer, don’t forget to ...

Summer is just around the corner, and with Memorial Day even closer, it’s likely lots of outdoor enthusiasts will be hitting the water for boating, tubing, swimming and other fun in the sun. If your pooch will be joining you, it’s important to remember a few safety tips to keep your four-legged friend safe. Before setting sail, you’ll want to ...

Just like in humans, cancer among canines is a concern for any pet parent. If you’ve recently been told your best friend has cancer and needs treatment, your provider will go over all the options with you for the best approach. If chemotherapy is suggested, you may be wondering what it entails, the toll it will have on your fur ...