How to Stay Fit with a Furry Friend
When it comes to fitness, many of us could benefit from having an accountability partner to help us with motivation. However, sometimes friends and family members are too busy to help us keep our goals, much less reach them. This is where our furry friends come in handy. If you have a dog, there is […]
Toxic Foods for Pets
Chocolate, raisins, candy, avocados…these foods may sound delicious to you, but they’re actually quite dangerous for our pets. Please note the following foods that may be toxic to your pet: Alcoholic beverages Artificial sweeteners Apple seeds Apricot pits Avocados Cherry pits Candy (particularly chocolate—which is toxic to dogs, cats, and ferrets—and any candy containing the […]
Safety Tips for Walking Your Dog at Night
A nighttime walk or jog with your dog (or dogs) in Saratoga Springs NY, is a wonderful time to bond and unwind with one another in the tranquility of the great outdoors! During the winter months, the short days make crisp walks in the dark inevitable. In the summer, mild temperatures and the melodic sound […]
Winter Pet Safety: De-Icing Tips for Pet Owners
As the Upstate NY area continue to endure snow, sleet and ice, it’s important to remember that four-legged friends require special care during the cold winter months. Before you pull out the de-icer to use on your sidewalk or driveway, consider whether or not the method is actually safe. Many chemical de-icers cause harm to […]
Do Dog Owners Live Longer?
Do pet owners live longer lives? Studies are showing that dog owners may in fact live longer lives. However, those same studies are beginning to show that dog owners may also live healthier and happier lives as well. There are many benefits to owning a dog. Dogs are non-judgmental, providing their humans with unconditional love. […]
Pet SEO: Tips For Marketing Your Dog Business!
How is marketing your dog business in the Saratoga Springs NY region different from other types of businesses? If you have a new or established dog-related business in the Saratoga Springs, Albany and Upstate NY region, you have the perfect setting for success! Saratoga Springs is a dog-friendly city that welcomes our canine companions with […]
Dog Lover’s Introduction to Safe Landscaping Practices
I remember a client from the first year I worked in the landscaping industry, in 2005. A shelf in her garage looked like an arsenal, every kind of pesticide, herbicide and poison the chemical companies made was there, and used liberally at the owner’s whim. Another detail I noticed about the property was how it […]
How to Remove Skunk Smell From Your Dog
Has your dog been sprayed by a skunk? Even if the answer is no, you should know what to do – just in case. There are products on the market such as Skunk Off and Skunk Kleen that are designed to get rid of the horrible smell, but there is also a simple home remedy that […]
Sweet Potato Dog Chews
This super-simple chewy dog treat is packed full of vitamins like Vitamin E, Vitamin B6, Potassium, and Iron! Making these sweet potato dog treats are super simple and make a great alternative to rawhides. Ingredients: 2 to 3 organic sweet potatoes Directions: Thoroughly wash sweet potatoes (you can peel them if you would like). Slice the […]
Thanksgiving Treats for Your Dog
Thanksgiving is here and it’s one of my favorite holidays! I am pretty sure it is my dog Tucker’s favorite holiday as well. Four to six hours of amazing smelling food aromas lingering around the house, what dog wouldn’t love that! How will your dog be spending Thanksgiving? Tucker will spend the day on the […]