Category Archives for Dog Love and Health
Dog first aid and how to make a dog first-aid survival kit
April is National Pet First Aid Awareness Month. Being prepared in case of an emergency will give you comfort knowing you are ready for anything that comes your way. Depending on your needs you may
Continue readingHow to protect dog paws in winter [7 must-know tips]
If you are asking, “how do I protect my dog’s paws in the winter?”, you are in the right place. Living in Wisconsin, our winters are brutal… so I am very aware of how the snow,
Continue readingDog Thanksgiving (dinner, treats, outfits)
Thanksgiving is a time to feast and be thankful for everything we are blessed with… from family to health, to our pets. Our dogs are a big part of our family and are always a part of our celebration. Whether
Continue readingYour Ultimate Guide to Dogs and Pumpkin
If your dog is anything like ours, as soon as food drops on the floor, they come and gobble it right up. So, what happens if you are carving your pumpkins and you drop some pieces on the ground? Can
Continue readingDog dewclaw removal – to remove or not remove?
If you adopted an older dog with dewclaws still attached should you have them removed or leave them? Find out what our veterinarians have to say… A dog’s dewclaw removal is usually performed
Continue readingBest dog ear cleaner (2020 Review)
Finding the best dog ear cleaner for a happy, healthy dog can feel overwhelming with all the choices. So many different brands and ingredients, liquid or wipes? Maintaining the health of your dog’s
Continue readingHow to help dogs with firework anxiety
Is your dog afraid of fireworks? Does he run and hide, shake uncontrollably when he hears the loud boom? Dogs get confused and scared when they hear the loud noises of fireworks. Many times dogs will
Continue readingHomemade dog shampoo
So you want to make homemade dog shampoo. Whether you just want to avoid all the chemicals found in store-bought dog shampoos or just enjoy making your own, I have several different DIY dog
Continue readingHow to speak to dogs
Are you curious about how to talk to your dog? Have you ever found yourself talking with your dog, telling him how your day went? Or asking what he thinks about your new outfit? You aren’t
Continue readingIs coconut oil safe for dogs?
There has been some recent controversy about coconut oil and dogs. When I first researched this in 2017, my immediate answer is YES, coconut oil is good for dogs. Updated May 2020 Coconut oil is
Continue readingHow can I remove dog urine odor from carpet?
Accidents happen. The best chance you have to get dog pee smell out of carpet is to act quickly. But don’t panic if you just noticed it after coming home from working all day. There
Continue readingWhich dog flea and tick control is the best? [chart]
With so many products on the market, it’s hard to choose which is best flea and tick prevention for dogs. Should you choose and over-the-counter option like Advantix II, or get a prescription
Continue readingTop 10 Best Slow Feeder Dog Bowls
Both our dogs, Ginger and Bear, seam to swallow their food whole. I wonder if they even taste the food! Yes, just like you, my dog eats too fast. I’m not sure why, because they get
Continue readingAdopting a fearful dog and how to help
How do I help my dog not be afraid of people, cars, loud noises… it’s a question I hear every single day. It’s not uncommon for a rescue dog to be scared of everything around him. The
Continue reading41 Indestructible Durable Dog Toys for Heavy, Aggressive, Destructive Chewers
If your dog tears apart every toy he can get his mouth on, you aren’t alone. It’s a struggle many dog owners face. You bring home a new toy, toss it to your pup and 5 minutes later you have
Continue readingEasy Homemade Frozen Dog Treats for Summer
Frozen treats are a great way to keep your dog cool and hydrated during a hot summer day! My dogs absolutely go crazy about their frozen dog treats in the summer (and even in the winter). They are a super
Continue reading11 Great Ideas on How to Get Your Dog to Drink More Water
We all know our dogs need clean water to stay healthy and to survive. Without water, he will become dehydrated and get very sick. Hot days make it hard for us as humans to stay hydrated and the same goes
Continue reading21 Secrets To Keeping My House From Smelling Like Dog
Does your house smell like dog? If you walked into my home right now, you may wonder who I am to talk about dog smell in a home. I will be the first to admit, since moving into our new country home last
Continue readingMy Dog Ran Away! What Should I Do?
Your dog decided to run away, and you are scared of what will happen to him. Will he find his way home, will he get hit by a car, will someone steal him, will you ever see him again? I remember as a child,
Continue readingHow to Potty Train a Puppy Fast & Easy
You brought home your new puppy, took him outside to show him where to go potty and he sniffs, plays, but doesn’t potty. So you take him inside and he squats and pees! Sound familiar? Welcome to
Continue readingYour Ultimate Guide to Dogs and Ticks
Warning: you may start to experience the feeling of something crawling up your leg after reading this blog post! This year I have declared war on all the creepy crawly, disgusting ticks in our yard! The
Continue readingBeautiful Flowers and Cute Puppies… Are Plants Toxic to Dogs?
First things first, if you think your dog ingested a toxic plant, stop reading now and call your vet immediately! You may also call the Pet Poison Helpline 24/7. There are many plants that are toxic
Continue readingBest Healthy Dog Treats for Training
I get asked all the time from our foster dog adopters, what are the best dog treats for training? I have several go-to brands that I like to recommend. These brands are known for their high-quality, limited
Continue readingIs it Ever Okay to Rehome a Dog?
I want to start out by saying, I will never judge anyone for having to rehome a dog. If you are here because you are wondering if you should rehome your dog, please feel comfortable knowing you are in
Continue readingHow To Save Money On Dog Food and Supplies
The cost of a new puppy or adopted rescue dog adds up to a lot of money very quick. Not only in adoption fees, but food, supplies and toys! It all adds up so quick. $10 here, $50 there, $100 for the vet…
Continue readingChronic Ear Infections in Dogs
The struggle with your dogs chronic ear infections is real! I feel your pain, your dogs pain! There were times I felt our dog Ginger always had an ear infection. As soon as it looks like the ear infection
Continue readingHow To Stop a Dog From Chewing on Wood
Why do dogs chew on wood anyway? You supply them with a pile of fun shaped chew toys, why do they choose the leg of your table instead? If your dog has plenty of appropriate toys to chew on, then the chewing
Continue readingWhat Should I Feed My Dog?
You are what you eat. Has your mom ever said that to you? Like… you keeping eating that, you are going to turn into a ! If I said “Feed your dog this if you want your dog to live longer”,
Continue readingTypes of Dog Barks
Does your dog bark at the TV, the mailman, when he’s hungry or wants to play? Have you ever noticed a difference between each bark? Next time your dog barks, listen closely… is it high or low-pitch,
Continue reading7 Important Dog Bath Tips
Baths can be a love or hate relationship for your dog. Some dogs love the water and will jump right into the bathtub, while some dogs will run at the first sight of the soap bottle and fight all the way
Continue readingThe Secret to Getting Rid of Ear Infections in Your Dog at Home
As a dog owner and foster dog mom, I understand how frustrating it is when your dog has chronic ear infections. The constant scratching, head shaking, the sound of your dog’s collar and tags driving
Continue readingAre Flexi Retractable Leashes Dangerous?
The Flexi Retractable Dog Leash: Dangerous or Convenient? You may look at the retractable leash and think, wow what a great idea! My dog can roam around while we walk and I don’t have to worry about
Continue readingBest Place to Buy Dog Food and Supplies Online
Which is better for dog food and supplies? You have to admit, Amazon usually wins the battle of best price and fast shipping when it comes to ordering anything online. But wait, what about Chewy?
Continue reading2020 Best Dog DNA Test for Your Rescue Dog
When we started to foster our dog, Ginger, we immediately knew we wanted to adopt her. But we were very curious about what breeds she was mixed with. Our first guess was some sort of German Shepherd. But
Continue readingTop 20 Hypoallergenic Treats, Food, and Bones for Dogs with Allergies
As a parent of a dog with allergies, I understand the struggle of finding hypoallergenic treats and foods that my dog, Ginger, can eat. If you’ve ever read the ingredients on the typical dog treat bag,
Continue readingDoes My Dog Have Allergies?
How Can You Tell If Your Dog Has Allergies? You may be asking yourself “Does My Dog Have Allergies?” Dogs with allergies are so common, there are millions of Google searches about dogs with
Continue readingThe Ultimate Guide to Home Remedies for Dog Allergies
My Top List of Easy Home Remedies for Dog Allergies You are here because you want to know what you can do to help your dog with his allergies. I just want you to know I’ve been there… heck,
Continue readingWhy Do Family Dogs Bite Kids?
Family Dogs that Bite Kids It saddens me more than anything when I see stories on social media telling a story about a young child that has been bitten by the family dog. I am sad for the child, the family,
Continue readingEasy and Natural Home Remedies for Kennel Cough
Is your dog coughing, hacking or maybe even sounds like he’s going to vomit? Has your dog been exposed to other dogs at a dog park, doggie daycare or boarding? Your dog may have kennel cough. Now, don’t
Continue readingThe Kennel Cough FAQ and the Truth About the Bordetella Vaccine
What is Kennel Cough? Kennel cough or infectious tracheobronchitis, is a respiratory infection caused by Bordetella bronchiseptica and canine parainfluenza virus. Kennel cough most commonly occurs when
Continue readingMoving with Dogs – 7 Tips & Tricks
My Attempt at Moving Stress-Free with My Dogs Someone recently asked me if we were “chronic movers”. I never heard that term before, but I reluctantly answered yes. Six years is the longest we’ve
Continue readingWARNING! The Hidden Dangers of Flea and Tick Medications
Flea and ticks are pests I think we all can all agree we can do without, they’re creepy, crawly and they spread diseases. Unfortunately, ticks are part of our lives, and chances are you’ve seen a
Continue readingNatural Tick and Flea Prevention for Dogs
In recent years, I’ve been learning more and more about natural ways to keep my family and my dogs healthy. So I want to ask, have you ever wondered are flea and tick medication safe for my dog?
Continue readingIs Your Dog Bored with Her Toys?
Stop Buying New Dog Toys! I know, it’s so much fun walking through the pet store and picking out all the fun squeaky dog toys… but they can cost you a fortune, $10 here, $30 there, $60 for dog food…
Continue readingMy Dog Has Worms
Did you ever wonder why each year when you take your dog to the vet for her checkup, you are asked to bring in a stool sample? Yup, you guessed it, they are checking for parasites aka worms in your dog’s
Continue readingWhat You Need to Know About Lyme Disease and Your Dog
My Dog Has Lyme Disease, Now What? I am saddened to announce our foster dog, Taylor was recently diagnosed with Lyme disease and three types of worms! The poor pup is only 6 months old and just went in
Continue readingWhat’s the Difference Between Spayed and Neutered?
The Difference in a Spay and Neuter is spay refers to a female dog being fixed and neuter is referring to a male dog being fixed. A female dog is spayed, removing the uterus, fallopian tubes, and both
Continue reading3 Big Clues to How Old is My Dog?
How Can I Tell the Age of My Adopted Dog? The first question most people ask about your dog is what breed he is. The second question is how old is he? But when adopting a dog, we don’t always know the
Continue readingMy Dog Ate Chocolate Will He Die?
My dog ate chocolate, what should I do? We all know chocolate can be toxic to dogs. But the question is, how much chocolate will make a dog sick? What are the symptoms to watch for if your dog ate chocolate? I’m
Continue reading11 Fun Enrichment Games to Play with Your Dog Inside
With the short days of winter and rainy spring, you and your dog can quickly get cabin fever! Here in the Midwest, we get super cold temps that keep us from taking our daily long walks so I am always
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