We have had some really hot days recently, way warmer than usual for us this time of the year. The heat index has been over 100 degrees several times already. We only officially started summer about a week ago. This made me think it is a good time to give you some ideas that some […]
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#57. Questions & Answers about Pinch/Prong Collar Use.
When I am out & about I see some people walking their dogs on pinch/prong collars & I realized they probably do it because someone told them to. I wanted to answer some common questions & comments I have heard about their use. I will refer to them only as a pinch collar so less […]
#56. Traveling on Vacation with Your Dog(s)
Summer vacations are a common thing for many people, but some extra thought needs to be put into it when traveling with your dogs. Some of this may only apply to travel by vehicle, but definitely used for any travel with dogs. I actually travel at the end of August or early Sept because it’s […]
#52. Doing These Things Before Your Pup is 20 Weeks Old, Will Help Prevent Future Fears.
I decided to write this post because my neighbor just got a new puppy & it. I know everything is new for him & he is a young pup, only 6 weeks old. In my opinion it is best if pups stay with mom & siblings till at least 8 weeks old, but easy for […]
#51. “Pupsicles” Treats for Your Dogs
I decided being close to summer it would be a good time to share my idea for a healthier cold frozen treat for your dogs. I have seen others talk about this, but I have seen ingredients used that are not really good for your dogs(yogurt, & cottage cheese). Many people don’t know that dogs […]
#48. Celebrating ‘Echo’
Today I celebrate Echo’s birthday & the day he came into my family. I thought I would share about him on this day. Echo was one year old when I adopted him from a place Humane Society in Indiana. He was originally found with his 3 sisters in the fall in a hunting area of […]
#47. Treats for your Pet: ‘Rewards’ or just to say “I Love You”
No matter whether you’re talking about treats for your dog, cat, rabbit, ferrets, hamster, bird or any other pet it is important to know what ingredients are good or not good for them. Just like with us an occasional non-healthy treat isn’t going to cause irreparable damage, but best not to make a habit of […]
#46. Leashes: A variety of Types & Uses
Whether you are walking your dog or cat, needing a tie out, training or wanting to explore with your dog, you need a leash unless you’re on your property or in an area where dogs are allowed off leash. I have a variety of leashes in a variety of lengths depending on where I’m going […]
#45. If I Were a Dog How Would I want to be Trained?
There are different philosophies out there about the best way to teach a dog. Sadly in the US there are no requirements to become a dog trainer & train dogs. You don’t have to go to school to learn, some pet stores only require you to take one basic training class with your dog & […]
#43. Toxic? Unhealthy? or Healthy? #4 in series “Brewers Yeast”
Over the years I have heard Brewer’s Yeast is good & not good, so I decided to look into it & see what the Integrative, Natural & Holistic Veterinarians & experts were saying. I found that if it is a high quality Brewers Yeast it has a lot of benefits to a dog or cats […]
Echoing Great Pet Care 