We all love our pets, but let’s face it: they can be destructive. Dog and cat owners know this can be especially true when it comes to window treatments like blinds, shades, shutters, and draperies. This is of course to be expected with a new cat or dog, but even older, better-trained pets will sometimes wreak havoc on window covering …
8 Ideas to Save Money as a Dog Owner
Owning a dog is a rewarding experience, but it can be expensive. In just their first year of life, owning a dog can cost anywhere between $1400 to $2000. Between food, toys, treats, vet bills, medication, grooming, and whatever else comes up, owning a dog can be pricey. The first year of a dog’s life is pretty expensive, and you …
Dog Behavior Problems: Types, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments
Part of our role as a puppy parent is to teach our dog good behavior to ensure that they turn out to be well balanced and emotionally confident. Because our dogs are so dependent on us, they are often total sweethearts while we are around, but when left alone they can turn into destructive little monsters—not the adorable pet we …
How to Calm a Dog Down: 5 Simple & Effective Tips
Original article published HERE. It is a well-known fact that dogs have a reputation for being playful creatures that seem to always be excited, especially when they see you! This is normally part of what makes our pups so precious. However, some dogs can take excitement way to far and this is when their behavior becomes hyperactive and unmanageable. At …
Severe Separation Anxiety in Dogs: When Is It Time to See the Vet?
If your dog has started acting out or is visibly stressed out when you leave him alone, then you are more than likely dealing with one of the most common issues when it comes to having a dog separation anxiety! It is essentially defined as a problematic type of behavior that is accompanied by symptoms such as whining, excessive barking, …
Your Pet’s Secret Life
What They’re Up To When You’re Not Around There was a popular animated movie released a few years ago called the Secret Life of Pets, which jokingly portrays some of the silly and bizarre things your pets might be doing to when you’re not home. Funny as some of their adventures might be, your pets actually do have a life …
The Benefits Of Walking Your Dog (Or Hiring A Dog Walker)
Chances are, if you aren’t getting enough exercise, neither is your dog. Our furry companions get the same physical and mental benefits that we do through exercise, such as: Lower chances of obesity, diabetes, and heart problems More relaxed nerves Mental clarity and peace of mind Deeper sleep Better metabolism Although it can be difficult sometimes to find the time …
What Your Dog Is Trying To Tell You
How Dogs Communicate There are many ways in which dogs attempt to communicate with you. Sometimes they will posture with their body or a limb, vocalize through whining or growling, or give you a certain facial expression. Other times, they may simply gaze at you in a pleading way. In fact, this last one is particularly interesting, and important. To …