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Dog Parks and Socialization Classes Can Go Horribly Wrong…
Dog Parks and Socialization Can Have Adverse Effects Dog parks are sort of a newer craze among pet owners. The general thought here is to let dogs interact off leash, play, and socialize. This concept SEEMS great. Here’s the... -
Trick or Treat: Keeping your pets safe at Halloween
Trick or Treat! While Halloween can be a fun time with friends and family, be to sure that you’re also looking out for your fur babies on this Howl-i-day! (Cheesy, I know…) Playing dress-up… Costumes can be fun for... -
Hip Dysplasia: Treatment Options
While we strive to not only eliminate this issue from our bloodlines, genetically, we also strive to educate new puppy owners on environmental preventative measures. (Hip Dysplasia in Labradors: What can I do to prevent it?) However, if you... -
Skunk – HELP!!! My dog got SKUNKED!
If this is your current predicament… my thoughts go out to you and your nose! Or if you just want to know what to do for future reference… If you’ve ever had a dog get sprayed by a skunk,... -
How Far Would You Go For Your Pet?
Of the many questions I’m asked in preparation for bringing a new pup into the home, one of the most common asked, is if pet insurance is necessary. Pet insurance is a fairly new phenomena that has many people... -
What You May Not Know Could Actually Hurt Your Dog!
Protect Your Dog Who knew that what you thought was keeping your dog SAFE, could actually result in his own DEATH?? Most laws require your dog to always wear a collar with rabies tags and ID when outside of... -
How Can Pet Owners Prevent Dogs from Reproducing – If They Don’t Spay or Neuter???
Dear Pet Owner, Good question!! This is often the response to recommendations against spaying or neutering your dog too early, or at all. We get comments like, “Well if you don’t spay or neuter them, they’ll end up having... -
Dental Hygiene- Studies show dental disease linked to heart/liver disease, kidney failure
How often and necessary are teeth cleanings for your dog? Honestly, every dog is different! There are a few things you can do to help aid in keeping your dog’s mouth a more cleanly place and prevent oral diseases.... -
Are All Labradors Plagued With Allergies?
I’ve had a lot of people ask me to write more about allergies in labs… so here it is! One should not have to EXPECT allergy issues with their lab, however, there are many triggers of these skin issues... -
Puppy’s First Days at Home!
A few tips from us…making the first days and first weeks an easy transition… I hope that you will enjoy your new puppy, and that he/she will soon feel a part of your family. Have patience, as it may...