The Dog Blog — Dog Tips

            Summer temps have been insanely hot this year.  Finding a spot where you can cool down with your best friend might be one of the best uses of your time.             If you are lucky enough to live near a beach that allows dogs, then please try not to gloat. Whether it’s the ocean or a large lake (and yes, that counts too, dear coastal readers) there are some things you will want to make sure you have with you on your visit: Towels, plural. You need one for yourself to lie on the sand. Then one for the...

            Summer is in full swing.  Warmer temps and extra daylight hours can only mean one thing: more activity time for you and your pup! Whether you live on the coast, in the mountains, or somewhere in the Midwest, there are loads of things to do with your dog during these months of the Scorpion skies. But there are also some precautions to take as well – summer can bring a few dangers. That’s no reason to lock yourself and your pooch indoors, though!  As long as you are armed with enough knowledge to be prepared, there is no reason...

It's official!  DogSheetz have made it and they are in-stock! We are shipping them out daily and are totally caught up with all of the orders.  Be sure to get your waterproof dog bed cover and Never Have To Wash Your Dog Bed Again today! We have a few tips and tricks on keeping your DogSheetz clean below that will help you get the most out of your DogSheetz! Picture below submitted by mydogslog instagram!  Be sure to follow them!   Step 1: Remove the soiled DogSheetz Step 2: Shake or vacuum any excess debris Step 3: Wash on COLD...

We love our babies, and we love our fur-babies, so why can’t they just get along? While children who grow up with pets have higher self-esteem, empathy, immune response, and a host of other benefits, it’s not always smooth sailing, especially in the beginning. A new addition to the family - human or animal - upsets the delicate hierarchy of the home, even if only for a few days.   Kids chase, grab, or rough house with pets out of excitement, and they might not recognize body language and warning signs that the pet is saying, “Stay Away!” If a...

Senior dogs can require some extra attention because just like humans, their physical needs often increase as they age. A common problem that occurs is poor bladder control in dogs who have been house-trained, otherwise known as urinary incontinence. Incontinence is stressful for everybody involved. Pet-owners have to be on continuous clean-up duty, unsure of where the next accident may occur. This may lead you to confine the dog to only certain areas of the home. The dog is also stressed out, knowing that she has broken a rule she has previously followed very well. She may be upset or...