Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist (HOPE): Saratoga Dog Lovers Non-Profit Spotlight
Homes for Orphaned Pets Exist (HOPE), a not for profit 501(c)(3) organization of volunteers from Saratoga, New York, and surrounding counties, helps abandoned, orphaned and neglected animals find their forever homes with loving families. HOPE aims to find these furry pals homes where they can become part of a family, be a therapy pet, or a […]
The Mr. Mo Project: Saratoga Dog Lovers Non-Profit Spotlight
The sad fact is that finding a placement for a senior dog that has been brought to a shelter can be difficult at best. The Mr. Mo Project is a non-profit dog organization in Clifton Park, NY, founded by husband and wife team Chris and Mariesa Hughes, who felt that senior dogs deserve to live […]
Common Myths Regarding Our Nemesis, The Flea!
Fleas suck! Literally and figuratively…they suck. How could something so tiny have the heavy responsibility of being such an enormous pain in the…skin? We know fleas have been around for centuries, and the little buggers don’t show any signs of vanishing any time soon, so the best thing that we can do as animal lovers […]
Product Review: Jewelry That Makes A Difference by IMAD
Most of the people who know me, know I am a huge animal lover! Volunteering and giving back to the community through events, awareness, and meeting wonderful people who are passionate about animals as well is what I live for. Recently, I had the good fortune of meeting Samantha Reilly, owner of IMAD Jewelry, who […]
Is Your Dog Afraid Of Storms? Read These Seven Tips!
Ah…Summer! The chirping of birds, the smell of freshly cut grass, the warmth of the sunshine, the sound of children playing, and the simple pleasure of walk in the park. There are so many wonderful sights and sounds that color our world. For many of us, there is nothing quite as spectacular as a rowdy […]
Doggy Day Trip To The Lake George NY Dog Beach
In a world that can sometimes seem unfair to our four-legged family members (No Dogs Allowed!), it’s nice to know that there are little spots exclusively for dogs and their people. While many retail stores and hotels have made themselves dog-friendly, sadly, public beaches more than often will not allow dogs, thus, denying our canine […]
How to Remove a Tick from Your Dog
Chances are, at some point, your beloved pooch is going to get a tick. Even if your dogs not a lover of the Great Outdoors and spends most of their time sunning on the patio, tick checks should be part of your daily routine (for you and your pooch!). While natural repellents and high-quality, monthly topical tick […]
10 Tips for Following Dog Park Etiquette
In the U.S., dog parks are becoming as common as the neighborhood tot playground. Its wishful thinking on our behalf to regard dog parks as amusement parks for our furry family members, and they can be…if both the dog and his human know what to expect and how to behave. Before visiting a dog park […]
Top 10 Tips for Boarding Your Dog
Once you find a dog boarding facility in or around Saratoga Springs, NY where you feel comfortable leaving your beloved pup, it’s important to make the necessary preparations to make your vacation, and your dogs, as enjoyable and worry-free as possible! 1. Take Care of the Paperwork Beforehand Drop off your vaccination records and fill out […]
Where To Get Help For Your Pet’s Vet Bills
Owning a pet means you have not only promised to feed, shelter, and hug him for the rest of his life (so easy to do!), but it also means you’re responsible for their medical care, which can become much more than check-ups or staying current on vaccinations when an unforeseen accident or illness occur. Such circumstances, […]