Choosing the Right Crate for Your Dog
Many of us dogs love spending time in our crates, but choosing just the right one can be a challenge for our humans. Whether your dog loves to sleep in their crate or itās only pulled out for special occasions, itās important to choose one thatās appropriate and safe for their size, needs, and habits. Hereās what to know about how to choose a dog crate.
Common Dietary Supplements for Dogs
You humans arenāt the only ones who can benefit from the right dietary supplements; they can be good for us dogs, too. Dogs with particular conditions, such as arthritis, may get the most benefit, but even dogs that are healthy as a horse (so to speak) may see improvements. If youāre curious about dietary supplements for dogs, check out the list below of some of the most common kinds. (Quick caveat: the FDA doesnāt test supplements for effectiveness and safetyā¦
Why Dog Grooming is so Important to Your Dogās Health
Bonjour my lovelies! Itās no surprise that I, a Maltese, love grooming and looking my best. My owner Penelope takes me to the groomerās often and itās one of my favorite things ā my own spa day. But did you know it isnāt just about looking gorgeous ā dog grooming is important for your dogās health. True! Hereās how grooming goes beyond looks to keep your dog in tip top shape. Matted Fur Dogs with longer coats may get mattedā¦
Tips for Car Travel with Your Large Dog
My friend Moxie the Maltese is little and sometimes Iām jealous of how easy it is for her to go everywhere with Penelope, her owner. They go everywhere together! Iām a yellow lab so Iām a pretty big dog, though not one of the biggest. Still, you canāt put me in a purse and cart me around. But big dogs like to travel and be with their owners too! Here are some ways to make travel with your large dogā¦
Common Household Foods and Plants that are Poisonous to Dogs
Us dogs are curious creatures. We like to explore, especially when weāre alone at home with nothing else to do. Even I, a lazy greyhound, from time to time will see if thereās anything interesting in the kitchen trash. (The answer is always yes.)
Unfortunately, there are a number of things in the household that can be dangerous to dogs. Some items may cause some mild digestive issues, while others are fatal depending on the amount ingested. Below are some things you may have at home that should be kept out of your dogās reach.
What to Look For in a Dog Bed
Shopping for a dog bed! How fun. I always say itās the most important piece of furniture in the house. Thatās why you need to have a little info before you buy the first bed you see.
As a Maltese, I donāt need a big dog bed, but I do need my bed to be comfortable, durable, and as sophisticated as I am. Thatās why Iām sharing some of my insight with you on what to look for as you buy your next dog bed. Here are my top 4 things to consider when buying a dog bed.