December 9, 2025 Dog vocabulary Have you ever wondered how much dogs know? A 2022 study of 165 adult dogs found that they know an average of 89 words. The range varied between 15 to a sizable 215 words! Dogs don’t listen or learn words the same way we do. They process the information differently.…

November 18, 2025 Whether drinking water or playing in it, there are some important things to keep in mind to keep your dog safe. Dehydration Dehydration happens quickly in dogs. While they don’t sweat like we do, they do sweat through their paw pads. They also pant to release excess heat. Always be mindful on…

October 27, 2025 From past experience, having to put your pet to sleep is a difficult and emotional decision. While I am glad to be able to have this option, it is harder on you than your pet. My feeling is, my fur baby has given me so much that I want to be able…

October 7, 2025 It is a question that is an important one for good health. While there is no one rule, twice a day is most often recommended. More important than how often, is how much? Meal portions are based on breed, age, size, sex and their health. Vets recommend feeding a dog at least…

September 9, 2025 It is important to be in tune with your dog, whether it’s their health, eating habits or recognizing fearful behavior. Reading the signals that your dog feels afraid can help you not only understand their fears, but help them feel safe. There are several reasons a dog can show signs of fearful…

August 19, 2025 It has been proven that owning a dog is good for your health. There is science and medical research to back this up. What are the benefits? Did you know? Mood elevator Dogs are a great way to combat loneliness, teach your kids responsibility and fight stress. With enjoying a dog comes…

July 30, 2025 Have you ever thought about how often you clean the dog’s dishes? Their bedding? Their brushes and nail clippers? Let’s take a look at how often you should clean the dog’s things and why it is important. Food bowl When dogs eat out of their bowl, food and saliva get left behind.…

July 8, 2025 Dogs can come in contact with ticks when they are outdoors. Ticks can be on your pet and come indoors, putting you at risk of getting bit. People and dogs alike can become infected with tick borne diseases. Ticks are most active during the Spring and Fall of the year. Prevention is…

June 17, 2025 What are fleas? Fleas are tiny oval shaped, blood sucking parasites. They are so small they can easily be overlooked as specks of dirt. They can be brown or more black in color and have six legs. You can see them quickly crawl through your dogs fur. What is flea dirt? Where…

May 26, 2025 Have you been petting your dog and find a clump of knotted fur? Mats are quite common in dogs with longer or curly fur. While the dog above on the left is an extreme case of matted fur, mats can lead to serious health problems. A brushed and well groomed dog is…