The new school year is upon us; parents in Colorado Springs are focused on getting back in the swing of the kids being in school. Having the kids back in school can have an impact on “fur babies” in unexpected ways. Back to school separation anxiety is a condition can affects dogs that spend … Read More »
Archives for 2018
10 Life-Threatening Hazards for Dogs Lurking In Your Own Backyard
Summer is the time to get outside and soak up the famous Colorado Springs Vitamin D-filled sunshine rays that brighten our days and lift our spirits! And it’s been beautiful outside right lately! The recent monsoon weather has resulted in gorgeous green grass and flowering yards everywhere you look. Our backyards are our outdoor … Read More »
10 Things You Forgot About Raising a Puppy
Whether you are bringing home your very first puppy or you are adding to your canine family, it’s easy to forget how challenging it can be raising a puppy. It’s exciting, overwhelming, and a lot of work. Unfortunately, those little darlings don’t come with an owner’s manual. Here are some things you may have … Read More »
Immunizations and Your Dog – What You Need to Know
When you bring your adorable ball-of-fur puppy home for the first time, you instinctively know that he or she is depending on you for, well, everything. You want to be a good puppy parent and give your playful bundle-of-joy all the love, attention, guidance, food, toys, socialization and health care he or she needs. And … Read More »
International Assistance Dog Week: How To Interact With A Service Dog
August 5-11 is International Assistance Dog Week. During this week, we want to recognize all of the hard working, devoted service assistance dogs and the people they assist. To learn more about this observance, visit assistancedogweek.org. Most of us have seen a service dog at least once, and many of us know someone who needs … Read More »
Does Your Dog Have Asthma?
If you notice your dog having trouble breathing, it could be that your dog is having an asthma attack. Dogs Can Develop Asthma Too Dogs, similar to humans, can be affected by asthma, also known as allergic bronchitis, caused by an allergic reaction. Usually something in your dog’s environment triggers his airways to become … Read More »
What To Do If Your Dog is Hit By a Car
The thought of your dog getting hit by a car is one of the worst scenarios for dog parents. Witnessing your dog being hit by a car is one of the most distressing situations to be in. But whether it’s your dog or someone else’s, you can be prepared to help an animal in need … Read More »
5 Things You Can Easily Forget When Training Your Dog
As any dog owner knows, training your dog – or puppy – can be challenging! There are so many different methods out there, so many things to remember and your puppy’s demands can seem relentless at times. As the owner/operator of Canine Campus for the last 19 years (and counting), I’ve worked with thousands of … Read More »
