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6 Tips to Stop Your Dog From Marking in the House
6 Tips to Stop Your Dog From Marking in the House
If you have a pup that won't stop marking up your home, then I don’t have to tell you how desperate you might be to learn how to stop a dog from marking the carpet, walls, and furniture! When a dog marks, he (or she) is leaving small amounts of urine around, usually to let others know that he was there. It makes sense in the animal world, but obviously it’s not something most of us want to allow…
The First Steps to Training your New Dog
The First Steps to Training your New Dog
Did any of you adopt a dog or puppy over the holidays? Sometimes training a new pup can be overwhelming. Where do you even start? To help you out, I thought I’d go over some of the basics. January is also National Train Your Dog Month, which was selected by the Association of Professional Dog Trainers to raise awareness about the importance of dog training. It’s a good reminder for all of…
How To Keep Your Pet Safe From Ticks
How To Keep Your Pet Safe From Ticks
From April through September, there’s a common parasite to look out for on your pet: ticks. These bugs are small but mighty and can cause serious problems for your pet if they’re not removed. Pet owners of all types should be well-versed in where their pets can pick up ticks, how to remove them, and how to prevent ticks in the first place. Here are all your tick questions, answered:Where ca…
Tips for Including Your Dog In Your Wedding
Tips for Including Your Dog In Your Wedding
My husband and I got married in 2012, and we had our Lab mix at the outdoor ceremony and reception. As someone whose life revolves around dogs, this was important to me, and I’m thankful I will always have those memories and photos of my special dog Ace. Of course, having your dog at your wedding causes a lot of additional stress, so I thought I’d share a few tips that might be helpfu…
How to Prevent and Treat Heartworm in Pets
How to Prevent and Treat Heartworm in Pets
It’s something all pet owners hear about, but rarely have more details on: heartworm.Heartworm is more common than pet owners realize, and can seriously affect the health and well-being of your pet. However scary heartworm may seem, there are plenty of prevention methods and treatment options for your pet that makes it a lot less intimidating.What are heartworms?Before even getting into the preven…
How to Keep Your Dog Safe in the Car
How to Keep Your Dog Safe in the Car
Dangers of Unsafe Travel We've all seen it, and maybe are even guilty of it ourselves: Driving down the road with a dog loose in the car, windows down, head out the window ... or worse yet, sitting in the back cab of a pickup truck. It may seem harmless, especially when your dog loves to feel the breeze on his face, but the cost could be more than you’re willing to risk. There are many d…
What Collar is Best for My Goat?
What Collar is Best for My Goat?
Do goats need collars? Just like with dogs, it's important for goats to have collars with up-to-date information. This is the best way to ensure that, if your goat were to ever get lost, you as the owner could be found and notified. As far as determining the right collar for your goat, think about their personality and habits: Do they remain in one area, without wandering too much? Are they…
Which Rivets are Best for My Dog Collar?
Which Rivets are Best for My Dog Collar?
If you’ve ordered one of our collars that require rivets, you may have noticed we offer nickel and stainless steel options.But what’s the main difference between these two materials? And why does it matter for your dog?                                             Shop Waterproof Dog C…
How to Exercise Your Dog in the Winter
How to Exercise Your Dog in the Winter
I lived in Fargo, N.D., for 10 years, so I get it. When it’s cold – I mean really cold! – you aren’t as motivated to walk your dog! Heck, your dog might not even want to be outside. Here are some suggestions how to exercise your dog in the winter to keep handy. Still, it’s difficult to live with a rambunctious pup who’s not getting the exercise he needs when the temperature doesn’t get ab…
Keeping Your Dog Happy & Healthy in an Apartment
Keeping Your Dog Happy & Healthy in an Apartment
Coming home to a four-legged friend’s loving face can be the best thing after a long day at work, but some people think they can’t have this luxury because having dogs in apartments is too difficult. With these five tips on keeping your pooch happy and healthy, even you apartment dwellers can know the joys of owning a dog.5 Tips for Keeping Your Dog Happy in an Apartment1. Be RealisticWhat kind of…