Is it an allergy or a sensitivity? There's a difference! Here's some information on the differences between the two, and how your dog could be experiencing only a sensitivity to her dog food ingredients rather than an allergy! https://www.nomnomnow.com/dog-food-allergies
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Health Tip: Summer Paw Health
Walking surfaces such as asphalt, concrete pavers and beach sand can be really hot in the summer sun. You protect your feet by wearing shoes, sneaks, sandals and flip flops. Unprotected paws can get burned – burns that can land your dog at the vet. Have your dog wear booties if you walk on hot…
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Health Tip: Pointers for new puppy parents
Training – Help your puppy become a good canine citizen; teach her manners, loose leash walking and recall. Register for April, May and June semi-private 4-week evening workshops with Christine of Family Dog Training, LLC Social interactions – Stop by Just Fur Pets and pick up a copy of our puppy scavenger hunt. Complete these sensory…
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Health Tip: Paw-Friendly Ice Melt
Dogs walk on streets and walkways treated with chemical ice-melt. Then they lick their feet. They can sustain irritations to their feet, to include burns, and develop mouth irritation from licking the chemicals. If your dog ingests too much of this, it can be toxic. Skip a trip to the vet this winter and keep your…
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