MOVING WITH PETS: 10 TIPS FOR SUCCESS
Moving can be stressful for people, so just imagine how anxious it can make your pets. They can easily get stressed out when there’s unexpected activity in their home or when they’re introduced to a new environment. I’ve moved with four cats and a fish, and it’s not an easy task. These challenges don’t come […]
6 Ways to Make Your Yard a Fun, Dog-Friendly Oasis
Whether you have a small, city garden or a sprawling, suburban yard (or something in between), summer likely means you’re spending lots of time in it. Hopefully you’re enjoying playing lots of fetch with your dog, but there are lots of other ways to make your yard a fun and relaxing space for both of […]
12 tips for a dog-friendly garden
Gardens can be wonderful, stimulating spaces for dogs. But dogs can potentially cause havoc, too, digging up plants and urinating on lawns. Gardens also contain hazards – some plants are potentially toxic to dogs and there are other dangers too, from harmful chemicals to sharp objects. There are lots of things you can do to […]
How to Landscape a Dog-Friendly Garden
Keep your dog’s habits and character in mind when creating your outdoor space. Watching your furry friend enjoy the garden, lounging on a sunny patio, happily running on paths and sniffing at foliage is all wonderful—until it’s a disaster. Until pots get knocked over, the lawn is a matted and rutted mess, and precious spring bulbs are dug up. Your […]
5 Tips to Calm Your Dog During a Storm
My dog freaks out during a storm. What can I do? Thunderstorm anxiety is terrifying for a dog, and is heartbreaking for an owner to watch. Although dogs can be afraid of fireworks, construction sounds, and even loud traffic, thunderstorms in Texas are intense and the scariest noise of all. Up to 30% of dogs are […]
10 Ways To Exercise Your Dog On a Rainy Day
Being stuck indoors can make exercising your dog a challenge. I’ve tried cuddling on the couch with Laika while watching the Golden Girls all day long, but she wasn’t having any of it. Like most dogs she needs daily exercise, and a cuddle marathon just doesn’t cut it. The good news is there are some […]
Rainy Day Dangers for Dogs
Rain is the ultimate disrupter. Whether you’re simply stuck in your office without an umbrella, getting poured on after enjoying a day at the park with your kids, or—worst of all—waiting to get on a plane at an overcrowded airport, a storm can destroy the best laid plans. A dog’s routine is much simpler than […]
12 Dog Breeds That Originated in Africa
As the world’s second-largest continent, Africa is home to many exotic animal species. Tourists flock to Africa to go on safaris, where they have a chance to spot the continent’s amazing elephants, giraffes, and lions on wildlife preserves. Typically overlooked are their dogs, which vary enormously and have unique appearances, temperaments, and history. Some breeds […]
SA’s best guard dog breeds
This guest post was provided by World Dog Finder. Through interesting articles and daily fun facts, WorldDogFinder.com provides education for breeders, animal shelters and new dog owners to that everybody who is lucky enough to live with a dog is well informed about what to expect, what to do, and what not to do in […]
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT PUPPY
Choosing a puppy / dog is a decision that should not be taken lightly. This animal is going to be part of the family for the next 10 to 15 years (depending on the size of the dog). It is important that those years are enjoyable and not stressful. I always ask people to consider […]