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Winter can be a beautiful sight with snow on the trees, but it also comes with some dangers for our pets. Cold temperatures combined with sleet, freezing rain, or snow can create hazards for your pets. With a little planning and a few simple habits, you can help keep your dog safe, comfortable, and healthy all winter long. Watch the temperature, not the calendar. Just because your dog has fur doesn’t mean they’re built for cold weather. Small dogs, seniors, puppies, and dogs

Has your puppy or older dog ever suddenly just start running around the house or yard, being crazy like something was chasing it? You call or yell all you want and the dog ignores you like they can’t hear you and keeps running back and forth, sometimes bouncing off furniture? They’re officially called Frenetic Random Activity Periods (FRAPs), but we just call them “zoomies” and they are a natural behavior for dogs. Why Dogs Get the Zoomies Zoomies are a natural way for dogs t

We all love taking our dogs along for the ride—windows down, ears flapping, tails wagging—but some of the things we do out of love can...

Life gets busy-between work, errands, and family obligations, it’s not always easy to fit in those daily walks your pup needs. That’s...

Continuing education is important for pet professionals to keep up with the latest trends in training and pet care.

Bringing a kitten into your home is an exciting and heartwarming experience. They quickly become cherished members of the family. But just like any new addition, kittens come with their own set of needs. To ensure your new feline friend feels happy, healthy, and comfortable in their new environment, you’ll need to stock up on a few essential items. Here are five must-haves for your new kitten: 1. Litter Box and Quality Litter Your kitten will need a clean and easily accessibl

Are you searching for a new apartment that welcomes your pets with open arms? Finding a pet friendly apartment complex requires a little...

Some people experience the "puppy blues" after getting their new puppy.

Three quick and easy ice cream recipes for your dogs.

In previous blog posts (see below) we’ve talked about why it’s important to keep all dogs on leash in public and what to do if you are...

All dogs will bite when provoked.  Some dogs like to chase and bite; it’s part of their prey drive.  Usually that can be directed toward...

Congratulations! You just adopted a puppy or older dog and want to train them to be the best companion they can be.  There are so many...

Valentine’s Day is nearly here.   It’s a day to show some love so why not do that by making something special for your favorite dog(s)?...

My neighbor has always had several cats that roam the neighborhood freely. Most were skittish but a couple would let me pet them. In the...

One of my favorite memories from the holidays is the aroma of turkey, stuffing, and other goodies wafting from the kitchen. My mouth...

Stardogz Inc. is celebrating its first year of operation this month. The non-profit was born in February of 2022 by co-founders...

You’ve just adopted a dog or perhaps you’re thinking about adopting but want some professional help with training. Maybe you want to...

Several months ago, someone in one of the online Facebook groups that I’m part of asked what we pet professionals thought a potential...

Guest post by Susan (last name withheld by request) Every dog and cat should have a Pet Directive. Here’s why. This past month I was...

“Trust Your Dog”. Three simple words. They were on a t-shirt worn by a woman at a barn hunt trial in Harrisonburg over the Memorial Day...