How much does it COST to own a DOG?

I’m so glad you asked!!! After over 33 years of owning dogs, I have to say that an ounce of prevention goes the farthest way. There are things you can do to SAVE you money that many people never...

Treating Heartworm Naturally

Ivermectin is a common medication know to be used to kill many different types of parasites. It’s most currently used in monthly heartworm prevention. It has also been  used to treat ear mites as well as hair mites, which can cause mange....

THINGS TO CONSIDER DURING COVID-19 – “You and your Pet”–by Donna Stanley, Founder, EML

THINGS TO CONSIDER DURING COVID-19/Social Isolation – “You and your Pet”–by Donna Stanley, Founder, EML 1. Remember that dogs (and cats) cannot give or get this virus. There are still scores of pets being abandoned (due to misinformation) and...

Why be a commercial kennel and how does that make us special??? (Not “big”)

Many times when people think “commercial” they think ‘big.” But in the state of PA we are required by law to have a license based on how many dogs go in and out of our kennel during a calendar...

TAILS: What is a “twizzle” at the end of my Labrador’s tail?? And why should I care?

The very beginning of the “AKC standard for the Labrador Retriever” begins: “About the Labrador Retriever “The sturdy, well-balanced Labrador Retriever can, depending on the sex, stand from 21.5 to 24.5 inches at the shoulder and weigh between 55...

CAN YOUR DOG LIKELY GET OR GIVE CORONAVIRUS?

THE SCARE IS ON! (How should we react, I mean, we vaccinate our dogs for coronavirus, right?) The threat that the virus causing COVID-19 could sicken pets and spread between them and their owners is extremely low, veterinarians say....

The BEST Smart Dog Collars For 2020

Smart Dog Collars are a technology to help track your dog’s location and a whole other list of data. We have found some of the best smart dog collars and trackers for 2018. Dogs are one of the most...

New Disney Plus Dog Documentary Released!!

New Disney Plus Dog Documentary  Check this out!  Disney plus has just released an interesting documentary that dives into why there are so many different kinds of dog breeds and why they look the way that they do. Made...

What is an AKC Breeder of Merit and Why Should I Care?

You may have seen the symbol below on our homepage. This shows that we are an AKC Breeder of Merit.  You might be thinking… yeah, so what?  But, truth be told, this can assist in helping you narrow down...

How to Choose a Puppy

Picking the Perfect Puppy Choosing to add a puppy to your home is a huge and rewarding decision. Choosing which breeder to adopt a puppy from is an incredibly important part of this decision (see Chapter 3). And choosing...