Winter Weather and Your Dog’s Paws: How to Keep Them Safe in Snow and Ice
Snowy walks can be beautiful, and most dogs love exploring the winter world, but cold weather brings real risks to their paws. Between icy surfaces, freezing temperatures, and harsh sidewalk chemicals, it’s important to keep your dog protected each time you head outside. Below is a breakdown of how snow, ice, and salt affect your dog’s paws and what you can do to reduce irritation, prevent injury, and keep your dog comfortable during cold-weather walks.
Understanding Dog Emotions: How to Decode Your Dog’s Behaviors & Know What They’re Feeling
If you have ever looked at your dog and wondered what they are thinking or feeling, you are not alone. For many of us, our dogs are our best friends and important members of our family, so it’s only natural that we’re curious about how they’re feeling. While they can’t speak our language, dogs communicate through body language, facial expressions, and behavior. In this guide, we’ll help you decode those signals so you can better understand what your dog is feeling.
What Happens If You Don't Vaccinate Your Pet? The Risks You Need to Know
Let's be honest; no one likes getting shots. But vaccinations – for both people and pets – are more than just a checklist item during your annual physical and are essential for both protecting us and our pets from preventable diseases and setting a better standard of personal and public health.
How to Calm a Dog During Thunderstorms: Treating Storm Anxiety in Dogs
Whether we as owners like it or not, thunderstorms can truly be terrifying for dogs. The loud echoes of thunder, sporadic flashes of lightning, and variable shifts in barometric pressure can be enough to send any anxious dog into a state of panic.
5 Fun Indoor Games to Keep Your Dog Entertained When It's Too Cold Outside
As the cold weather sets in, our outdoor activities with our energetic canines inevitably get limited. But a drop in temperature or a bit more moisture doesn’t mean a dip in fun! There are plenty of engaging and mentally stimulating indoor games for your pup to keep them happy, active, and support them to maintain a healthy weight.
4 Spooktacular Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe on Halloween
Nothing is cuter than dressing up your pets for Halloween, especially if it’s a themed costume to match your kids. However, it’s easy to get caught up in the fun of the holiday and forget that Halloween comes with some dangers and uneasiness for household pets. Following are four smart tips to help keep your pets safe and calm on this favorite fall holiday.
The Secret to Choosing Safe Yet Fun Toys For Your Dog This Holiday Season
As the biggest gift-giving month of the year, December is aptly also “Safe Toys and Gifts Month.” While one might assume this applies only to young children, the message behind this month is also highly relevant to our pets. From choking hazards to toxic chemicals, there are plenty of products on the market to be wary of when it comes to your pets. As the holidays quickly approach, we’re providing guidance on choosing gifts for your dog that are both fun and safe.
6 Tips for Keeping Your Pets Safe in Wintery Weather
December is Winter Weather Safety Month, making it the perfect time to remind pet owners of the dangers that come with the cold winter months. From hypothermia risk and protecting sensitive paws to leashing your dog and ensuring adequate shelter for outdoor cats, there are many precautions to take to ensure your pets continue living their best lives straight through this cold, snowy season.