Housetraining 101

May 4th, 2013 byJen D

House training dogSpring is one of the most popular times of year for dog adoption, which isn’t particularly surprising if you take a look outside. The weather is gorgeous and the one companion who’s sure to appreciate all that sunshine and freshair just as much as you is your brand new pet! But you’re going to have a few hurdles first, especially if your dog isn’t housetrained or ready to ween from dog training pads. Housetraining can be a lot easier than it seems, especially if you’re properly prepared. Every dog is different, and issues such as separation anxiety can deter even your best efforts, but stick with it and you two will master housetraining together. Use some of these tips to start out.

Establish a schedule- Dogs are very habit-oriented. You’ll soon notice that your pal READ MORE...

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Dog Toys 101

April 30th, 2013 byJen D
Photo Credit: Case Vaught-Terry/Little Man

Photo Credit: Case Vaught-Terry/Little Man

When you go to adopt your first dog, there are a few things you’ll be leaving the animal shelter with. These include essentials like a leash and collar, as well as pet ID tags and perhaps a sleeve of tennis balls. In fact, the right Hartz© dog toys can be almost as important to your pet’s well-being as tags or the right flea and tick care! After all, these toys do more than just entertain your new pet. They help him or her learn, stay active, and allow the two of you to enjoy bonding time together. Want a little help finding the right dog toys for you and your new friend? While your home’s newest addition is sure to have plenty of toys over the READ MORE...

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Staying Active with your Dog This Spring

April 28th, 2013 byJen D
Photo Credit: Jasmine (My Favorite Pup!)*

Photo Credit: Jasmine (My Favorite Pup!)*

There’s never a bad season to get out and play games with your dog, but if there’s ever a time when you and your pet probably need it the most, it’s spring. Following a winter cooped up indoors with the rare opportunity to head outside and get active in the snow, nothing’s quite as necessary or restorative as a little springtime fun. So, in honor of the rising mercury and colorful foliage, consider a few of these activities!

Go for a jog together – Exercising with your dog can be a wonderfully rewarding experience, as long as you keep a close eye on your pet’s health and well-being along the way. Although your dog might seem like he or she can spring into sprinting action at READ MORE...

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Smartphone Apps for Dog Lovers

April 24th, 2013 byJen D

Smartphone Apps for Dog LoversIn the modern world, we’re dependent on our phones for just about everything, so it makes sense that there are plenty of pet-friendly apps, especially for dog lovers. Are you curious about some of these fun, useful, and consistently high-tech applications? We’ve investigated some of the latest.

Apps for dog walking- While no phone yet exists that will walk your dog for you at 5 a.m. before work, there are plenty that will make your walk more interesting. For those with dog weight loss in mind, PetsWelcome.com notes that MapMyDOGWALK is the ideal app, coming from the makers of fitness apps for people. Not only does this app log dog walks, but it tracks calories being burned all along the way, so you and your pet can measure your progress. The source also recommends the Purina Petometer, which READ MORE...

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Pet ID Week – Free Pet Tags from Hartz

April 16th, 2013 byJen D

homewardIt’s National Pet Identification Week! It’s the perfect time to assure you have taken all precautionary measures in order to reunite with your pet if she or she does become lost.  The National Council on Pet Population claims that a family pet is lost every 2 seconds and more than 10 million pets become lost each year! In addition only 30 percent of dogs and between two and five percent of cats are ever reclaimed by their owners in shelters, most likely due to missing identification. If you don’t want your pet to become part of these statistics, here are a few ways that you can improve your chances of finding your pet if your companion happens to be lost.

Registration- Whether you live in a big city or out in a rural area, getting your dog or cat licensed with READ MORE...

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