Traditional dog fences are passe – they restrain freedom and movement, thereby suffocating your pet. An ideal pet fence is the one that protects your pet without suffocating them. The electric pet fence deserves a mention here. It scores over traditional fences in more ways than one. First up – it is aesthetically appealing. It […]

Keeping your dog cool during the summer months is extremely important. It can prevent heat stroke, dehydration or even death. Dogs not only need to drink plenty of water to keep cool, many of them like to swim in it as well. While it is a great form of exercise and will help to keep […]

Independence Day celebrations are great fun for people, but the loud noises and bright lights can be traumatic and create confusion and fear for dogs. Animal shelters report that the July 4th holiday brings record numbers of runaway dogs to their doors. These dogs have been frightened and made frantic by fireworks. But by being […]

Dog parks can be a great way to socialize your dog, but can also be unsafe if proper measures aren’t taken. The following tips will help you keep your dog safe and happy at the park. 1) Know your dog. Not all dogs enjoy meeting new dogs. Don’t let your dog get overwhelmed by meeting […]

Your pets are treasured family members and need protection as much as your own family in the event of fire. Sadly, some 500,000 pets are affected by fires each year, and over 40,000 of them die. Most fire victims die from smoke asphyxiation. A fire needs oxygen to burn, so lack of oxygen or inhaling […]

If you’re a dog owner then you’re well aware of the fact that dogs are curious creatures and love to explore, especially when it comes to new surroundings. Often times their nose will get the best of them and they will try to eat just about anything that smells good, or doesn’t smell good, which […]

If you’re a dog owner then you’re well aware of the fact that dogs are curious creatures and love to explore, especially when it comes to new surroundings. Often times their nose will get the best of them and they will try to eat just about anything that smells good, or doesn’t smell good, which […]

When selecting a crate size it is extremely important that it be the proper size. It is not a difficult task to determine the proper size of your dogs new home. You should always select the size that your dog will require as an adult, your local pet shop can assist you in making this […]

One of the activities I look forward to most this summer is camping with my newly adopted dog, Jayda. It’s been an adventure for both of us! When “roughing it” together, you can ensure the pet health and safety of your four-legged friend by keeping these top five tips in mind: Protect pet health by […]

We’ve all seen them. Those carefree dog food commercials that feature adorable, furry puppy’s jumping on the laps of children, licking their faces and, for the most part, being on their best behavior. Unable to resist the allure of this loveable scene played out on television, many children ask their parents for a dog of […]