Recent content by Pipsqueak

I don't want my dogs to be put in a cage to dry. They can quickly overheat and that's supposedly why some dogs died at Petco and Petsmart while getting groomed. So, I ask the groomer to blow dry them with a hair dryer on the grooming table or floor. I'm happy to pay extra for that service...

I had no idea that you could vaccinate against Lyme disease. I need to look into that because Revolution doesn't work on some ticks. Is Canine Cough Complex the same thing as kennel cough?

My neighbor just called to let me know he returned! I guess the severe storms we've been experiencing kept him from venturing back home. I'm betting another citizen did what I do during tornado warnings and that's stick the wandering dog in the garage or basement until the threat passes. She...

I have three dogs and can't imagine bathing them that often. It takes over an hour to bathe and blow dry each one. Am I too slow? They get dandruff if I bathe them once a week, so I usually shoot for every other week. I brush their teeth and clean their ears more often though.

My neighbor's Bloodhound dug out of their fence and they can't find him. He's been microchipped, but the information is out-of-date as they've just recently moved here and gotten new cell phone numbers too. It's just so frustrating to think of the microchip leading to a dead-end. Make sure...

Check discount stores for bargains on high-quality food. I often find reputable brands like Nature's Variety, Taste of the Wild, Orijen, and Lotus at stores like United Grocery Outlet (UGO) and Big Lots. Just make sure to check the expiration dates before buying. After Christmas Big Lots puts...

Did you know that using a steam cleaner as a way to remove urine stains and disinfect the area actually makes things worse? The steam causes the stain and odor to set in more deeply. I had no idea and that's exactly how I've been cleaning up accidents. After reading the informative article...

Are your dogs on the heavy side? My adult dogs are, but the puppy is not. The vet's gotten on to me about helping them to slim down. Any ideas other than going for more walks? It's so hot outside that my dogs aren't interested in walking much.

I try to go the grain-free route and buy Wellness Core dry dog food and a mix of Wellness, Natural Balance, and Nature's Variety wet food. I don't really think it's making a difference though. They seem no better off than when I fed them Purina. I think it's important to choose a variety with...

Hairy, floppy ears are adorable, but they leave those breeds more prone to ear infections. A lot of it is due to excess moisture, which enables yeast and bacteria to thrive. I have a cocker spaniel and the vet gave me doggie ear cleaner and said it's okay to use cotton swabs and cotton balls...

@DenverDogLover82 believe it or not there are tons of videos on YouTube that were created with dogs in mind. Some of the videos are meant to stimulate and entertain and some are meant for relaxation. I have three dogs and two of them are enthralled when I let them watch. Just look on YouTube...

It might help to foster dogs that have a home waiting on them. Sometimes people adopt dogs when they aren't able to take them right away like puppies that are still too young, a dog who hasn't finished his medicine, or owners who are moving soon. In those instances, it still frees up room at...

Ice hockey is a favorite around here if you don't mind getting your kitchen floor wet. I just freeze different shapes of ice, dump them out on the floor, and let the dogs and the kids go wild. The dogs will bat at that stuff for ages. It works great on tile, but probably wouldn't be wise on...

When I got my adult dogs, crate training wasn't a thing. Now that I have a puppy, both the vet tech and the groomers insist that crate training is the only way to go. It's not something I'm comfortable doing. Is crate training really the best method for housebreaking a puppy?

Well, if a person or another dog gets badly hurt, you need to assign blame so the medical bills get paid. I'd say it depends on the situation, but generally speaking, owners should be held accountable for their dogs whether it hurts a person or it destroys property. The owner is in a position...