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Cool Canine Capabilities: A Dog’s Vision
September 22, 2022. Dogs, it is safe to say, see the world in an entirely different fashion than we humans do. I’ve been amazed by my dog Layla’s ability to catch movement at dusk from yards away, and I also have watched incredulously as Layla walked right by wild rabbits who have frozen in their […] Read more »
Should Your Dog Get a Summer Haircut?
Updated September 22, 2022. A Q&A with a groomer on summer haircuts for dogs… Summer means high temperatures, which can be very uncomfortable for anyone with a lot of hair, including dogs. There seems to be a constant debate between pet owners and groomers about whether all dogs need, or should, get a summer haircut. […] Read more »
8 Cool Activities to Do with Your Dog
Dogs like to be active and they love participating in activities with their owners. If you and your dog ever get bored of the same ol’ game of fetch, here are 8 cool things you can do with your dog that will be fun for both of you… (full-text view below slideshow) [SlideDeck2 id=761] </br> […] Read more »
Barn Owners – Take that Vacation!
Barn Owners – Take that Vacation! Have you ever wanted to take a vacation as a horse owner, but in your gut you just feel that it would be best to stay home? Who is going to watch your animals and make sure everyone gets fed the correct food, the correct amount AND include supplements??! […] Read more »
Keep Your Horse Cool in the Summer
Things to remember to keep your horse cool this summer… Updated on August 17, 2022. How do you keep a horse cool? Summer has finally arrived, and it’s time to get your horse back into a packed schedule of horse shows, trail rides, and summer camp lessons. Although many riders despise long days of horse […] Read more »
Cool Canine Capabilities: A Dog’s Sense of Smell
Just this morning, I lost yet another argument with my dog Layla. She was whining persistently about something of interest in a packed magazine rack (to my knowledge, she cannot read!). I tried to show her that nothing was in there by removing the first few magazines off the top, but Layla was having none […] Read more »
Is It Too Hot to Walk My Dog?
Summer Tips for Dogs #1: Is It Too Hot to Walk My Dog? Dogs can struggle with heat, and hot pavement can quickly cause severe burns to your dog’s paws. After constantly debating whether it’s too hot to walk my dog when it’s 90 degrees in Baltimore, I have accumulated a few important precautions for […] Read more »
6 Things You Should Know about Rawhide for Dogs
Updated on September 21, 2022. Treats like rawhide for dogs are very popular amongst dog owners. Anyone who’s come home to a destroyed pair of shoes knows that dogs love to chew. It’s an instinctual behavior that begins when they are puppies exploring their environment. Dogs love to chew throughout their life, and it’s good […] Read more »
Essential Fatty Acids for the Equine Diet
When it comes to the equine diet there is a lot of information, especially conflicting information, about what should and shouldn’t be fed— the same is true of essential fatty acids for horses . And once a feeding regimen has been decided on, it’s time to consider the myriad supplements the horse needs. And how […] Read more »
Preparing for the Fourth of July as a Pet Owner
With the Fourth of July right around the corner, instead of getting excited for my plans for the night, I worry about how my pets are going to react to the fireworks nearby. Below is a list of tips for both horse and dog owners to prepare for the Fourth: Know where the fireworks will […] Read more »