When you share your home with a large breed dog, you need to think – and act – BIG. Of course, the term “large breed” can be interpreted to mean a Golden Retriever, while others think more in terms of a Russian Wolfhound or Neapolitan Mastiff. Regardless of your interpretation of “large”, there are many … Read More »
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How to Puppy-Proof Your Home
Puppies are naturally energetic, curious explorers who don’t have any filters yet about what they should and shouldn’t get into. It’s vitally important that you make sure your home is as safe as possible for them – and ensure they don’t chew you out of house and home. You may have heard that if you … Read More »
National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day
April 30th is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. This day was created to highlight the need for thousands of animals across the country to be adopted from animal shelters. According to the Humane Society of the United States, approximately 3.3 million dogs are in shelters nationwide every year. Approximately 620,000 dogs that enter a shelter … Read More »
8 Things to Consider Before You Adopt a Shelter Dog
Thinking about adopting a dog? Approximately 3.9 million dogs are received by animal shelters in the U.S. every year. Of these, 35 percent are adopted, 31 percent are euthanized and 26 percent are returned to their owners. You can help reduce the number of dogs euthanized by adopting a pooch from a shelter. October is … 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 »
Should You Feed Your Puppy Adult Dog Food?
Do you have a puppy or are you planning to adopt a puppy in the future? It’s important to buy things your puppy needs like chew toys, a bed and a crate. But by far the most important item you will buy your puppy is food. You might be wondering if it’s OK to feed … Read More »
