Dec
Raw Pumpkin, Cooked and Pumpkin Seeds: In a never ending search for healthy treats or to just jazz up that daily bowl of kibble or on a raw food diet. Pumpkin is not only tasty but has wonderful health benefits for your dog or cat. The internet is full of pumpkin treat recipes or you […]
Nov
The holiday season is upon us, which means parties and presents and endless festivities for many of us. As errands and invitations pile up, it can be tempting to let routine slide, but changes in your schedule may cause your pets to feel anxious and stressed and lead to behavior problems that can leave you […]
Nov
The holiday season is a wonderful time of year and full of food delights. This is also the season to make sure our pets do not partake in the wrong types of food, “treats” that can endanger their health. Happy and safe holidays – Eli Enki Chocolate— The most famous of these dangers is chocolate, […]
Nov
1. GET YOUR DOG — USED TO THE SNOW GRADUALLY “The key is acclimation, it’s perfectly fine for them to stay outside for longer periods as long as they’re building up to it.” Start them out with small stints outside so their coats and paws will have time to adjust. 2. REMEMBER THAT COLDNESS DEPENDS […]
Nov
The Dos and Don’ts for a Safe Time at the Dog Park 1. Not picking up after a dog. it’s simply good manners to scoop up after your dog does her business. It’s gross to walk into a park that has poo everywhere and worse, it’s really bad for your dog. 2. Not exercising a […]
Jun
What To look For In A Veterinary Practice Is the facility clean, comfortable and well-organized? Are appointments required? Are there technicians or other professional staff members? How many veterinarians are in the practice? Are dog and cat cages in separate areas? Is the staff caring, calm, competent and courteous, and do they communicate effectively? Do […]
Jun
Training your dog to come when called is not only a behavior issue, It’s a safety issue. For instance, if your dog slips out the front door and races down across the yard, you must be able to get him to stop and come back before he runs into the street. Bear in mind that the […]
Jun
Leaving a dog in a hot car is dangerous and often deadly. People leave their dogs in the car while they shop or run errands, but doing so when the weather is warm can literally be a death sentence for your pet. 1. Dogs are especially vulnerable to heat-related illness because they can only cool […]
May
Many people wonder if tuna is safe for cats. For years, cats in books, movies, and cartoons have been shown eating tuna as their main meal. Some people wouldn’t even question whether or not it’s actually safe to feed tuna. After all, there are tons of tuna-based cat foods out there! But just like any […]