Get Moving: Fun Ways to Exercise Your Dog
Dogs of all ages benefit from regular physical activity. It helps to manage their weight, strengthen and tone muscles, burn off excess energy, stimulate their mind, and more. Just a few extra pounds can put additional stress on your pet’s joints, affect their cardiovascular health, and put them at greater risk of diabetes. Cutting back […]
Summer Heat: Keep Your Dog Cool and Safe
As the summer heat and humidity crank up, it is important to take steps to keep your dog from overheating. Dogs who are older or overweight may be at even greater risk in high temperatures and have a harder time cooling down on their own. Here are a few ways you can protect your pet’s […]
Fun Ways to Exercise with Your Dog
As the temperature begins to warm up and days get longer, it is time to shake off the winter blues and get active. Springtime is perfect to exercise with your dog because it’s not too hot or too cold – it’s just right for being outside. Staying physically active is important for both human and […]
Social Distancing & Your Pet
Although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) believe that there is a very low risk of pets contracting (or spreading) COVID-19, it can still be a good idea to practice social distancing for your pet as well. In the grand scheme of things, there have been very few animals around the world that […]
Exercises for Your Dog When You’re Stuck Inside
Whether it’s storming outside or you’re staying in due to the coronavirus, being pent up can make you a little stir crazy. The same can apply to your dog if they’re used to running around and getting a lot of stimulation, and now they’re contained in a smaller area. The good news is that there […]
Enhancing Your Dog’s Heart Health
February is American Heart Month and the perfect time to pay a little more attention to your dog’s heart health. Just like humans can develop heart disease and cardiovascular disease, dogs can too. While heart disease is genetic in some dogs, it can also develop as a result of aging, injury, or illness, putting all […]
6 Tips to Keep Your Dog’s Teeth Cleaner
Having clean, healthy teeth and gums is important for your dog’s well-being. Just like humans, dogs can develop cavities and gum disease and have their teeth fall out. Plus, tooth pain can be uncomfortable and make it harder for your dog to eat and play. Taking care of your dog’s teeth should be part of […]
What You Need to Know About Canine Influenza
Human flu season is in full swing across the United States, but did you know that dogs can also get the flu? While it is a different strain than in humans and is not confined to a specific season, the symptoms are very similar. Some dogs who are infected by the virus are asymptomatic (but […]
Supporting Your Dog’s Digestive Health
When those big round eyes look up at you, it can be hard to resist sneaking your dog a taste of whatever you’re eating. But too much table food can be hard your dog’s digestive system. They weren’t made to eat the same diet as humans. In addition, some foods can be toxic to your […]
Preparing Your Dog for Cold Weather
Temperatures in the Carolinas are quickly falling, and that is leaving many people reaching for their coats and scarves and turning up the heat. Even though your dog is covered in fur, it does not totally protect them from the cold weather; they get cold too! That is why it is important to take steps […]
