Summertime Fun: Tips for Keeping Your Dog Safe and Happy at Outdoor Events
Summer has arrived, and that means time for fun outdoor events! From July 4th parades and fireworks to street fairs, farmer’s markets, and art and music festivals, there is a plethora of activities for the whole family to attend. For pet owners, that can include bringing their dog along. While these events can be a great way to spend time with your pet, there are some issues to keep in mind to make sure your dog has a good time and a safe experience.
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Escape Summertime Boredom with These 5 Activities for Kids and Dogs
Summertime and the living is easy! Well, it actually might not be so easy once boredom has set in for your kids. If you’re starting to hear those two words all parents dread to hear – “I’m bored” – then keep reading. Summer is a great time for kids to give their dogs some much-deserved attention. Here are some fun activities for kids and dogs to do together this summer.
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Have you thought about the health of your pet’s eyes? Chances are, as long as your 
World Pet Memorial Day
World Pet Memorial Day was created as a special day to memorialize beloved pets that have passed away. It is observed every year on the second Tuesday in June, and it is a great time to celebrate the lives of your pets. Although pets are only in our lives for a short time, they stay in our memories forever. It’s a small consolation, but it’s nice to know there are many ways you can honor the memories of your pets this June.
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Preparing Your Pet For Moving- Or The Weekends At The Beach
Moving can be a stressful experience for you and your family, so don’t forget it can also be a stressful time for your pet. Pets can get used to a routine and what’s familiar. They also sense when their family is stressed and can pick up on your feelings. Therefore, it's vital to stay in tune with your dog or cat's demeanor and behavior during your packing, moving, and unpacking process.
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When to Take Your Dog to the Vet
Taking care of a dog is typically pretty straight forward. You have to make sure that they eat a healthy diet every day, have a safe environment to live in, and receive the love and attention they deserve as a furry member of your family. But dealing with a sick dog may become tricky -- not to mention stressful.
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Fido and Fluffy’s Breath Stinks!! What do I do?
Good health for your dog and cat often starts at…well, the beginning. That is your pet’s mouth. Often the first time the pet owner really thinks about the mouth is when they get a good whiff of their dog or cat’s breath. It can be anything from a slightly gamey smell, to a sour smell, to a terrible sewer-like smell.
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What Causes Kidney Disease in Dogs?
Kidney disease can be a frightening thing. As you may remember from biology class, kidneys filter out substances the body can’t use and release then in the urine. They also help control blood pressure and maintain healthy levels of hydration, salts, and acids in the body.
Basically, having at least one healthy kidney is essential to having a healthy and well-functioning body.
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