If you had to call poison control for your dog, would you know the number off the top of your head? If there were a fire in your home, how would first responders know you have a pet? You can now solve both problems with the free Pet Safety Pack from the ASPCA.
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Tomorrow I plan on turning on the A/C for the first time, so it’s time for a reminder about hot pavement. Remember, if you can’t comfortably walk on it barefoot, they can’t either.
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Most of us who have minor children have a will or at least an oral understanding, specifying what will happen to the kids if we die prematurely. But what about your pets? Learn how you can protect their futures in the event you pass before they do. (A happy topic, to be sure!) Continue reading Planning for Your Pets’ Future
#StayHomeAndStaySafe
Hope you’re all doing okay.
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
First and foremost, restrain your dog whenever the vehicle is in motion. You wouldn’t let your kids ride without being buckled in, so why would you put your dog at the same risk? Crates are a great way to keep your dog contained and out of your way while you’re trying to concentrate on the road, but for long trips, that may seem a little cruel. Another option is to tether your dog with a seatbelt. It keeps the dog out of your personal space and prevents ejections in case of a wreck. Continue reading Vehicle Safety
Desmond Tutu has been quoted as saying, “There comes a point where we need to stop just pulling people out of the river. We need to go upstream and find out why they’re falling in.”
Downtown Dog Rescue in Los Angeles has done just that, opening a Pet Resource Center in a low income area to address the reasons why the poor surrender their dogs to shelters at such a high rate. Continue reading Low Income Pet Resource Center in Los Angeles
This is one of those ideas that you look at and say, “now why didn’t I think of that? I could be rich!”
According to DogSpot.com, they even come with a webcam so you can keep an eye on your dog while you shop. Why not ask your favorite retailers to get these outside their shops?
Great idea, even if it didn’t come from me!
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
I found several infographics on the Facebook page of JJ’s Ruff Roads today that will help you get your dog safely through the extreme heat this weekend. Continue reading Hot! Hot! Hot!
Unsure which over-the-counter medications are safe for your dog? Check out this handy chart. I’m not sure who made it, but I found it on Facebook. If it’s yours, please let me know so I can give proper credit.
UPDATE 09/20/19: I received a comment on this post, referencing a study on the danger of loperamide for Collies. I was unable to pull up the article to review it, but I will say this: our blog is never meant to replace advice from your veterinarian. It’s always a good idea to ask the vet before giving any medications to your dog because there may be breed-specific concerns or interactions with medications your dog is already taken.
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!