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7 Best Dog Accessories to Buy now!

Hey Dog Lovers, For those dog lovers who enjoy the fashion side of the dog world you are going to really enjoy this post. Whistle 3 GPS Pet Tracker & Activity Monitor  Best for dogs who are known to wiggle out of their collars or someone who wants to have a piece of mind when it comes to their dogs.  The Snuggly Dog Easy Wear Microfiber Dog Towel  This product will stop the dreaded after bath rub…

Facts About U.S Animal Shelters and Pet Ownership

Hey Dog Lovers, Today I would like to educate about U.S Animal Shelters and Pet Ownership: U.S Animal Shelters:  Approximately 6.5 million companion animals enter the U.S animal shelters nationwide every year.       **3.3 million are dogs        **3.2 million are cats  Each year, approximately 1.5 million shelter animals are euthanized (670,000 dogs and 860,000 cats) Number has declined since…

5 Best Valentines Day Recipes

Hey Dog Lovers, Today we may make you hungry as I talk about Valentines day as it is tomorrow and some sweet but safe treats for your fur babies. Be Still My Heart –Cinnamon Honey Hearts dog biscuits  Bone Appetit  – Cheesy Hamburger Patties      Pupcakes Fit for a Queen- Red velvet, apple sauce and low fat cottage cheese pupcake.       Bite-Sized Lovin’ – Liver treats        Up and At ‘Em- Sweet…

Hey Dog Lovers, Today’s topic can be one of the more controversial topics I cover, however after working in a doggy daycare for 4 years and now becoming a dog trainer I believe for some dogs it is beneficial and others it is not, I will elaborate more below. Four Main Reasons Why Dog Daycare is so beneficial to your dog:  Socialization – without this dogs can become anti-social and can lead to…

Don’ts of Dog Training

Hey Dog Lovers, Don’ts of Dog Training:  Don’t ever allow other to pamper your dog any more than you would.  Your dog must look to you for leadership  Don’t ever finish a training session on a bad note. Remain positive and praise for any progress made, even the smallest Don’t punish them while you are angry. Training should be pleasurable and nourishing experience for both of you  Don’t Lose your…

Hey Dog Lovers , Please enjoy today’s guest post! Let’s face it, all of you reading this will probably agree that your dog is part of your family, and let me tell you, I feel the same way. As part of your family, it is also your job to make sure your dog lives a long, happy, and healthy lifestyle. In this article, I would like to share with you some useful tips straight from the vet that can help…

Do’s of Dog Training

Hey Dog Lovers, Do’s of Dog Training:  Focus on your dog. Training is about bringing them into the world by understanding his instincts and natural behaviors.  Be honest with them. Never fool them into doing what you want or tease him with commands you teach them.  Begin each command with the end in sight. Reward your dog lavishly – but only when the task asked for is completed.  Be Consistent.…

Top 20 Do’s and Don’ts when Training your Dog

Hey Dog lovers, As some of you may know I am going for my Professional Dog Training Certificate and am 2 weeks away from completing it, just need to take the final exam!! For the past few months I have been working at MasterPeace Dog Training in Franklin MA. where I am a assistant Dog Trainer. I work with owners and their dogs on basic obedience and puppy social skills. It has been a great…

Hey Dog Lovers, My stepdad recently shared with me a list of the top 10 Dog Foods both dry and wet foods from Dog Food Adviser, I have linked to the review as to not take away from their research. Enjoy! **These are in specific order.** Acana Regional s Dog Food – Dry-5 Stars Fromm Family Gold Dog Food- Wet – 4.5 Stars    Holistic Select Grain Free (Canned) – Wet- 5 Stars    Horizon Legacy Dog…

Hey Dog Lovers, Happy New Year! Hope  you and your fur babies all stayed safe and enjoyed time off  from work. I have conjured up some New years resolutions to consider for you and your dog. Measuring your dogs food at each meal. – I know I am hugely guilty of this one as I tend to eye out the cup and think its good, but no one want to hear from their vets (like I did) that your dog could afford…

Hey Dog Lovers, As we wrap up 2017 I wanted to share some health benefits of owning a dog as we gear up for the new year. Stay Active. Dogs need to be exercised daily, this encourages you to do the same to keep a sharp mental and physical game. Boost your Mood.  Spending 15-30 minutes with their pet can make them feel relaxed and calm.It also raises chemical levels in your brain associated with…

Hey Dog Lovers,  Please enjoy this amazing guest post! As dog parents, we are always concerned about the safety and well-being of our fur babies. If God forbid, they choke on something or get a small cut we immediately begin to panic. But panicking is never the solution, right. As responsible dog parents, we must know how to react to such situations mindfully to reduce the risk of any severe…

Hey Dog Lovers, As Christmas is right around the corner, dont forget about your fur babies gifts. To ease the search for that perfect gift here is a list of some ideas, but remember you know your pets the best. **I have included links so that you dont have scroll to much for this post.** Doggie Cigars  Price: $10                                               Bowser Beer for Dogs   Price: $19.99…

Hey Dog Lovers, As new years approaches and you begin to start thinking about your new years resolution make sure your health is not a huge concern with 13 Fun ways to work out with your dog. Running. Because dogs are creatures of habit, once they get into the routine of a morning run they wont let you skip those drizzling weather days or blah feeling days. Only time to consider the health of…

Hey Dog lovers, Did you know you are in the elite group of people who walk more than the average person. Yes this is mainly due to having a dog but I mean hey motivation is motivation. In a recent study, devoted pet parent owners walked about 20 minutes more every day and take 2,760 additional steps compared to people who dont have dogs at home. This research was published in BMC Public Health,…

Struggling with a mental health issue consumes a person’s life. They may look normal on the outside, but on the inside they’re barely keeping it together. The National Alliance on Mental Illness states that one in every five U.S. adults experiences mental illness in any given year. If you’re that one in five, you’re not alone.   People who think they may be dealing with a mental illness should…