High Tide

A doggie howl-o-ween paw-ty can be so much fun for you and your dog(s) as long as you plan ahead and plan for safety.

This month’s good read recommendation: Emily and Einstein by Linda Francis Lee It may be September, and we may be putting up the fall decorations of pumpkins, goblins, and turkeys, but believe me when I tell you that there is still a lot of great beach time left for you to share with your dog(s)! The… Read more »

If you’re like us – and most dog owners – you love having your dogs with you wherever you go. An important element of sharing your fun, activities, and vacation with your dogs is remembering your manners!

Last month we talked about several things that are toxic to pets. A rather newly discovered animal toxin is xylitol, an additive to sugarless gums and candies. Xylitol is a crystalline sugar alcohol that is used as a sugar substitute sweetener, the use of which has increased rapidly over the past few years. Xylitol is… Read more »

There are many toxins that your pet can be exposed to truly by accident, many that are not toxic to us but which are to animals.

Text by Linda Steenrod & Dr. Robert Moffatt V.M.D. That’s the question we all ask ourselves when going on vacation! What will the weather be? Should I take only casual or something dressy as well? On and on. Well, when traveling with your dog(s), you need to ask the same question on what to pack… Read more »

Do you, like I, have a dog that jumps as part of their greeting? Some friends are tolerant, but I want my friends to feel welcome without the overly enthusiastic greeting.

More people than I realized have issues with dogs with sensitive stomachs, which is accelerated when traveling. Here are my tips for shipping raw dog food to your vacation destination.

My friend was visiting the other day and she suddenly started violently sneezing and itching. I knew she was allergic to some pets, but she had never had this type of reaction in my home before. Of course, in my house, the pet visitors are constantly changing so I knew it had to be one… Read more »

Believe it or not, the holidays can be the most dangerous time for your pets. These tips may aid in a happier, healthier holiday and winter season.