Canine health and fitness are important year-round but April, as National Canine Fitness Month, presents a great opportunity to refresh and refocus the fitness goals we have for our dogs. Each dog breed was created to perform a certain job but these days, especially in the DC area, most dogs are companion animals. Excessive sitting… Read more »
Some costs in owning a pet can be fairly easy to estimate, such as the cost of food. But possible pet medical costs are a large unknown. If your pet suffers an injury or illness, vet bills can unexpectedly run into the thousands of dollars. Pet insurance is a way to protect against the potential… Read more »
As the weather warms up and Covid restrictions begin to be lifted, more and more people and their pets are spending time outdoors! Exposing your dog to high temperatures, prolonged direct sun, and intense exercise can lead to heat stroke, paw pad burn and/or dehydration in the Summer heat. This June brings added risks as… Read more »
Spring-cleaning is a chance to refresh your space, start anew, and better yourself (and your pets!). Outside of renewing your first aid kit and throwing away damaged dog supplies, I want you to take a look at your toy bin. Is it sitting in the corner, full to the brim, and untouched? If you answered… Read more »
In last month’s blog, we reignited a chat dedicated to helping your dog beat the heat. If you haven’t yet, check it out here. Once you’re all caught up, you’re ready to deep dive into the different factors that may put your dog at high risk for heat sensitivity. For a variety of reasons,… Read more »
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