Health & Safety Information

Finding a reputable healthcare provider for your dog can be stressful. Below are some guidelines to help you choose a Doggy Doctor suited to your specific needs. 

It's also helpful to connect with neighbors and fellow dog owners through apps such as Next-door.  Many vets offer "meet & greet" appointments. 

The importance of your furry friend's healthcare can not be understated.

If you have or intend to purchase health insurance for them, consider researching a provider and confirming your prospective vet accepts it.

Have questions about the safety of the plants in your garden? A link to the ASPCA's list of toxic & non toxic plants for your home & yard.

It goes without saying that pest poison is as deadly to the pests as it is to your PETS. There are humane ways to deter unwanted critters from invading your yard. But many people don't realize the dangers some fairly common landscaping Flora & fauna presents. Please click below for more information.   

As a dog owner, I admit to giving my own "human food". My little Daphne has food allergies & a sensitive stomach. We make her food out of ingredients she tolerates to prevent reactions, and supplement with nutritional vitamin/mineral powder. But discerning what is safe, healthy, beneficial and toxic isn't common knowledge. 

Simple things like cooked bones can splinter in their intestinal tract. Grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure. Even uncooked sweet potatoes can cause digestive issues. Too much fat? pancreatitis. So much to consider. Knowledge is power. 

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The number of dogs in the pound post fireworks events increases four fold. It's not just the sight, its the compression waves associated with the explosion hitting millions of nerve endings in their fur & skin. What can you do? Desensitization is possible with training. For more immediate tips, see the article below. 

Above all else, please be responsible and plan ahead. If you know your dog is a high risk breed, it may save their life.

I absolutely LOVE going on adventures with my Husky. And she absolutely adores going bye bye in the car. But just like a child, it is important to understand the dangers. 

It goes without saying we never leave them in a hot vehicle. Period. No excuses. 

One rear ending at even 20MPH can send your dog through a windshield. One airbag in their face can break their neck. Restraints are the best way to keep them safe.

But not all harnesses are the same.

Underatanding the weight distribution and potential impact on their body is a genuine safety measure every adventurous dog owner should explore before hitting the road.   

Helpful information below.

Is your dog a runner? Before my rescue Husky Wynter was trained to recall, she would escape & take herself for a walk when left alone. Even with a secure yard, Husky proof fences, and plenty of exercise, she learned to UNLOCK AND OPEN THE FRONT DOOR! We spent some time in Tennessee. The photo above is my dog wearing her built in Ghillie suit in the woods. Canine version of "Where's Waldo?'.

 There ARE more expensive GPS systems for rural areas. But If you are in a suburb? Highly recommend an iTag. You can even share it with friends if desired now. Link below. Having said that, collars & tags can fall off. I highly recommend a microchip as well. If you need tips for escape artists, feel free to contact me with questions.