The summer is the number one time of year to enjoy backyard and park adventures with your dog. The hot sun and the empty hours come together to make the perfect environment for relaxed games of fetch, energetic frisbee chasing, and jumping through sprinklers with the kids. However, summer also comes with a whole new…
When your pet is a member of the family, most people enjoy keepingthem clean enough to snuggle. There’s nothing like burying your face in warm silky soft fur to make a bad day melt away and when your dog or cat is bathed regularly, they’re always clean enough to enjoy either a romp or a…
Some dogs seem to grow more fur than they know what to do with. Long-haired dogs, fluffy dogs, and even short-haired cold weather dogs all can seem remarkably uncomfortable if left to manage their coats the ‘natural’ way. This is one of the reasons we invest in professional grooming in the first place. Groomers can…
The holiday season is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start preparing for all of the festivities. Obviously, you will want to start shopping for gifts and searching for new recipes, but there are other small tasks that are an equally important part of your preparation. Unfortunately, these smaller tasks often…
We all remember that tiny dog on “The Wizard of Oz” named Toto. But did you know that dog is what made Cairn Terriers popular? No doubt your pint-sized Cairn has a huge personality like Toto. You’ll be pleased to learn that, as busy as your life is, your newly adopted terrier pup is a…
While there isn’t any question that being a dog mom or dad is one of the most rewarding experiences on earth, there is one particular matter that everyone could agree is not so pleasant: dog shedding. As the weather warms up, you’ll find plenty of dog fur littered throughout your home on your furniture, clothing,…
The holiday season is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start preparing for all of the festivities. Obviously, you will want to start shopping for gifts and searching for new recipes, but there are other small tasks that are an equally important part of your preparation. Unfortunately, these smaller tasks often…
Shedding is a natural process in dogs, so that makes it a natural part of being owned by one! But, as much as we love our dogs, the hair they leave behind can be a real nuisance. Many factors can cause your dog to shed excessively, including health, hormonal changes, nutrition, and the temperature. Professional…
Dogs are family, and we love them with all of our hearts. But dogs shed. Unless you own a hairless breed of canine, you’re going to have fur on your clothes, see fur floating in the air, decorating your lawn, and stuck in the creases of your furniture. You will probably even, on occasion, find…
Nothing compares to the unconditional love, loyalty and affection offered by man’s best friend. They’ll stay by your side, through thick and thin, offering true companionship. Perhaps this is why dog owners have a lower risk of developing cardiovascular disease. But whether you have a 250-pound English mastiff or a 5-pound Chihuahua, your dog will shed…