If you’re anything like me, your obsession for your dogs runs deep. As a parent to two Golden Retrievers, I’ve amassed a collection of breed-specific knick-knacks ranging from pens to socks, and wall plaques to coffee mugs, all adorned with that familiar Golden fur. So, when the great folks at Steadfast Friends created a new…
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The 10 Most Toxic Houseplants
Houseplants generally serve a number of favorable functions. They not only give visual interest to our home, but also serve as air purifiers. They may even be edible and medicinal. However, it’s crucial for a responsible owner like you to be mindful of the kind of houseplants in your home and garden since some of…
How One Special Dog is Saving the Whales
Tucker is an 8-year old black Lab mix and the world’s only canine marine biologist. Formerly a stray on the streets of Seattle, this special dog now spends his time sniffing out and tracking orca, also known as killer whales, off the coast of Washington. You see, Tucker is the only dog in the world…
Dog Dangers: Common OTC Medications that are Poisoning Our Pets
Most owners of a dog with allergies, either seasonal or skin-related, are all too familiar with the redness, itching, and discomfort that our dogs can experience during a flare-up. To ease our dogs’ discomfort and allergy symptoms, many veterinarians are recommending, even prescribing, certain human over-the-counter antihistimines as a safe, effective treatment for our dog’s…
Adopt a Dog & Call Me in the Morning: How a Dog Could be Your Best Medicine
Do you have a dog eagerly awaiting your arrival from work each day? If so, you’ve already gained firsthand experiences on the various health benefits of owning a pet. Because recent studies have proven that petting or even just looking at a dog improves health, physicians nowadays are prescribing four-legged friends to treat what ails…
‘Real Housewife’ Brandi Glanville Offers $10k Reward for Missing Dog
The controversial star of Bravo TV’s Real Housewives of Beverly Hills, Brandi Glanville, is desperately searching for her missing dog, a tiny Chihuahua-mix named Chica, after her home was allegedly burglarized last Thursday. Glanville took to Twitter immediately after discovering little Chica was missing, begging fans and followers to help her locate the tiniest member…
3 Simple Stretches to Keep Your Pup Limber
There are generally three parts of your pooch’s body for which stretching becomes particularly useful – the shoulders, hips, and back. As dog parents, we can’t always prevent injuries and accidents, but we can always try to prevent canine strain injuries and other muscle-related complications by simply stretching and massaging our pooch on a regular…
What to Expect from Your “Teenaged” Dog
Just like humans, dogs undergo some very challenging adolescent years. While some breeds are generally calm and obedient, others tend to be even more prone to certain behavioral issues. A pooch’s teenage years normally come about between 1.5 to 3 years of age, but this can vary among breed lines. Common Canine Growth Challenges ·…
Hero Dog Saves Newborn Tossed into Thailand Trash Dump
A tiny infant girl, weighing in at less than 5 pounds, now owes her life to a scruffy-haired family dog in Thailand. ‘Little Pui’ is a Thai Bangkaew dog belonging the Gumnerd Thongmak and his family. Pui is regularly allowed to wander around his rural community in tambon Sala Loi in Tha Rua district of…
What Every Dog Owner Should Know About Foxtails
You’ve probably seen plenty of foxtails out in nature before; mostly growing in meadows, along roadsides, or in vacant lots, but you may not have known what they were. Foxtails are simply foxtail-like seed clusters usually found on the stalks of some types of grasses. These clusters have sharp points that are designed to penetrate…
Bad Weather? Here’s How to Exercise Your Dog Indoors
Like humans, dogs need adequate exercise every day to stay in shape. When the weather is bad, outdoor activities like swimming or games of fetch are just impossible. Thank goodness, there are lots of indoor pastimes that you and your pooch can do to have fun, relieve boredom, and get closer to each other despite…
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Considerations Before Buying a Purebred Dog
When buying a purebred dog there are a few things you should keep in mind before rushing out and purchasing the breed of choice. The first thing all potential purebred dog owners need to be aware of is the fact these dogs are more prone to inherited diseases and illness due to the long inbreeding…
More »RECALL ALERT: Innova, Evo, California Natural, Healthwise, Karma, and Mother Nature Pet Foods and Treats
Natura Pet Products today announced a voluntary recall of several brands of dog, cat, and ferret dry food and treats due to possible Salmonella contamination. The following brands, in all package sizes, lot codes, and UPC numbers with an expiration date prior to June 10, 2014 are effected by this recall. These products were packaged…
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Including Your Dog in Disaster Readiness Plans
Emergencies come about almost year-round, sometimes causing devastation to people and their much-loved pets. Many of us think, “It’ll never happen to me,” and neglect to prepare in advance. Because emergencies, like natural disasters, fires, and other unforeseen events can happen to anyone, preparation is important. By making some general disaster readiness plans ahead of…
More »Are Your Dog’s Toys Poisoning Him?
According to a presentation by the Society of Environmental Toxicology and Chemistry conference, many of the plastic and rubbery toys and fetching batons that our dogs chew on and play with every day, contain dangerous chemicals that may be harmful to their health. You’ve no doubt read the warning labels or seen children’s toys and…
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Life With a Dog: Easy Ways to Save on Vet Bills
Parenting a dog requires a great deal of commitment – and expense. Not only does your pooch need your time and attention, he also has to be taken care of properly with veterinary care and other maintenance. Caring for a dog is not just about feeding, clothing, and giving him a home. You also have…
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Show This to Your Boss! Benefits of Dogs in the Workplace
A recent study by Virginia Commonwealth University shows that dogs in the workplace reduce stress, improve communication, and increase job satisfaction among employees. According to a press release of their findings: Stress is a major contributor to employee absenteeism, morale and burnout and results in significant loss of productivity and resources. But a preliminary study,…
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