You probably already have a list of items that you need for your new rescue dog but what do you need when you have a dog? Here is a list of some of the things that I have found helpful. 1) Raincoat If you live in an area where it rains a lot or when […]
Dog training is extremely important! However, have you ever wondered what the reality of dog training really looks like? Here are some things I have learned about dog training. 1) Training a dog can be expensive. 2) It’s more about training you then training your dog. You are teaching your dog how to communicate […]
It’s always a good idea to have a backup supply of food for yourself but have you thought to keep an emergency food supply for your dog? Here are 5 reasons that its a good idea to have an emergency dog food supply. 1. Job Loss If you lose your job you always know there […]
Even if dog owners are super careful dogs can and do escape. Do you know how to deal with a loose dog? Here are some things to keep in mind. Keep yourself safe. This is the most important point. You don’t know the dogs history, or if its in pain. The nicest dog may lash […]
The importance of dog grooming is easy to overlook. However, dog grooming can be essential to your dogs health. Here are 5 reasons to groom your dog. 1) Prevents Matting Brushing your dog helps to prevent matting. Matts can be difficult to remove and can be painful and uncomfortable for your dog. 2) Helps To […]
There are plenty of obvious dangerous items for dogs but what about the hidden items that you may not think of. Here is my story about my previous dog and a very commonplace dangerous item she found. Its no secret that dogs love sticks. Yes I said sticks. The pieces of trees that dogs love […]
Here is a list of funny things that I have found to be true when bathing your dog yourself. 1) You will get soaked. No matter how hard you try the likelihood of you walking away from bathing your dog not covered in dog hair and water is little to none. 2) Your bathroom will […]
There are many different types of dog leashes to choose from. Some of the things to consider may not be so obvious. First some areas require leashes to be a certain length to be legal and follow leash laws. Typically this tends to be 6 feet. Then there are other things to consider. For example: […]
A big part of dog care is making sure your dog gets enough exercise. It may not seem like a big difference between walking during the day vs at night however walking your dog at night can be more dangerous. Here are a few basic things you need to be aware of when walking your […]