Napa has been easy to crate-train, thank goodness. The one thing our vet said to do, that would help us in the long term, is crate training. It’s really been a life-saver, because once he was used to, he’d go into a zen-like state every time we needed to put in him. He’s now like, […]
Napa gets dirty easy. He’s a muslin white color, but he’s still white. A day at the dog park typically means a day in the shower. Every dog gets dirty. It’s a fact of life. I like to think that if my dog isn’t dirty then he hasn’t been having any fun. So how often […]
All dogs deserve to be happy. They’re our loyal companions, our friends and very often, our activity partners. Sometimes life gets in the way and we forget the needs of our furry buddies. Below are 3 ways to keep your dog happy. Oh, and you’ll start feeling great too! 1. Get Into a Positive Routine […]
Since we have to board Napa once in a while when we’re away on business, we have to keep him up to date on his kennel cough vaccination. He’s never caught the disease so far (although he HAS gotten influenza from doggy daycare), but the insistence on getting the shot had me curious as to […]
When you are blessed with a pregnant Labrador ensure that you take proper care. Many neglect this and as a result lose the pups or at times the mother. This is a delicate period for your Labrador and it needs your love, support and most importantly your care. Here are a few tips to take […]
The health benefits of owning a dog include reducing allergies in young kids, increased exercise, lowered blood pressure and more… To many, owning a pet is simply about having companionship or for the feeling one gets when they have a living thing that depends on them for their happiness and well being. But, having a […]
Like us humans, there are going to be times when your dog is going to have a medical emergency. These emergencies, as the name states, are going to have to be solved immediately. Failing to treat or get your dog help can result in some traumatic consequences. They can also be pretty costly. Do you […]
Getting rid of tapeworms in dogs always requires a veterinarian Guest post A dog is no doubt man’s best friend. He loves you more than he loves himself. But sometimes our best friend needs much attention especially when he starts falling sick. Many dogs at some or the other phase of life are infected by […]
So, is turkey bad for dogs? The holidays are upon us. We do our best to keep Napa away from the table, so he doesn’t beg. But for whatever reason, house guests seem to take rules into their own hands when it comes to table scraps! So, with Napa’s first Thanksgiving upon us, the last […]
After a snotty day on the couch surrounded by tissues, and then chasing Napa around after said tissues, I thought to myself.. can I get Napa sick with my human cold? I guessed it was unlikely, but took to the interwebs to find out! So if you are sick, you may be asking yourself. Can […]
