My wife was searching around for some craft ideas a few weeks ago and ran across a unique idea she wanted to try. It is called Hot Paws, and today we are going to review it. What is Hot Paws Hot Paws is product from Hot Sand Glass Studio located in New Jersey. Paul Elyseev and Thomas Stevens started Hot Sand at home as a hobby making art. They went on to open a business allowing the public to come in and learn glass blowing. I’m not sure when, but they created Hot Paws as a mail in service to allow pet owners cast their pet’s paw. Once sent back, the company will freeze that print in glass giving an everlasting keepsake. This is what got me interested in Hot Paws. Dog’s are not around forever and I wish we would have done something like this when our sweet sweet Sadie...
Continue reading » Dog Product Reviews3 Comments The change in seasons brings sunnier days, baseball games, and spring showers – all of which are welcome after a long, cold winter. However, a downside to spring is that parasites, such as fleas and ticks, also reappear. Protecting your dog from preventable disease is an important step in being a responsible dog owner. Here, preparing for flea and tick season will be discussed. Flea and Tick Life Cycles Before we discuss how to prevent and treat flea and tick infestations, it is important to understand the individual life cycles of both these insects. Flea Life Cycle Fleas have four life stages during their life cycle, which is important because all four stages must be exterminated to rid an animal or home of an infestation. The cycle begins with flea eggs, which are approximately 0.5 mm long and resemble a grain of white rice. Fleas lay their eggs in the...
Continue reading » Planning3 Comments With all the toys around the house, we all know that dogs can be just as messy as a young child. Kids have them so why shouldn’t you have a dog toy box in the house as well? It makes sense, your puppy has those chew toys laying all over. There is nothing worse than stepping on a Kong or plastic bone in the middle of the night! If you would just like to get the ideas, feel free to us the table of contents below to go where you would like to go. Dog Toy Box Ideas The Wire Bone Storage The first option is not technically a dog toy box but it serves the same purpose, plus doing a little more. Besides holding toys, it also offers three hooks for things like your dogs leash. It’s not going to hold a lot of dog toys, but what a cool idea...
Continue reading » Dog Furnature, Dog Products, Dog Toys3 Comments One of the easiest ways to ensure your dog lives a long and healthy life is to make sure you are feeding a high-quality dog food. But, with all the available options, where do you start? Reading the dog food label is the first step when ensuring your dog’s food is healthy. Listed here is everything a dog owner should know when reading the label on a bag (or can) of dog food. Which Nutrients do Dogs Need? Before you learn how to read a dog food label, it is important to know the types of nutrients that dogs require. While dogs have similar basic needs as humans, the macronutrient ratios required for a dog to thrive varies. Protein The most important nutrient in a dog’s diet is protein. Unlike humans, most of a dog’s energy is converted from protein. In addition, protein is also necessary for supporting a...
Continue reading » Dog Health, Dog Safety, Food/Treats, Planning2 Comments Supplements are an important component of keeping our dogs healthy. There are many different types of supplements available, all geared towards addressing various concerns such as joint health, skin and coat, gut health, allergies, and general wellness. Today I will be reviewing two different products, Hanzi Pets Tru-Krill Premium 100% Pure Antarctic Krill Oil Soft Chews and Hanzi Pets Tru-Salmon Premium Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil. Hanzi Pets Hanzi Pets is a company based in Burbank, California that is dedicated to the creation of products that promote health, sustainability, and value for pets (and their owners). Their line of oceanic pet products addresses many ideals, such as being: Made in the United States in an FDA-inspected facility and are cGMP (current good manufacturing practice) certified. Sustainably sourced, ensuring pet owners do not have to worry about any negative impact their purchases might have on delicate ecosystems or the environment. Human grade,...
Continue reading » Dog HealthNo Comment A large part of my life revolves around rescue work and caring for my ever-rotating menagerie of dogs. I have become accustomed to the many questions people have when they find out that I not only foster dogs, but I purposely choose to “foster” dogs that are nearing the end of their lives. I put foster in quotes, because for many of the dogs that we take in, we know that they will not find another home. The number one question I am asked is, “How can you take in a dog that you know is going to die?” The answer to this question is simple: If I don’t take in this dog, chances are very good that no one else will and the dog will die prematurely, perhaps never having known love or proper care. Today I will share my story of how my husband and I became involved...
Continue reading » Planning, Randon Stuff2 Comments One of the most important aspects of dog ownership is keeping your pet safely contained in your yard. Many breeds are known escape artists, capable of digging under, climbing over, of wriggling through fences. Whether your dog is large or small, you may be struggling with keeping your dog confined on your property. Here, the dog proof underground invisible fence will be discussed, as well as the considerations that pet owners should make before installing an underground invisible fence. If your in a hurry and your just looking for a good underground dog fence, here is the best 3 Invisible Fences in our opinion: eXtreme Dog Fence SportDOG PetSafe Stubborn Dog (cheapest but last of our top 3) What is an Underground Invisible Fence? An underground invisible fence overcomes the many problems of traditional fencing while still enabling dog owners to contain their pets. Invisible fences consist of a wire that...
Continue reading » PlanningNo Comment Signing up for a fresh dog food delivery system is quickly becoming popular for many people and their dogs in the United States. How many times have you forgot to pick up dog food and needed to run out? It has happen to all of us and it always seems to happen at the most inconvenient times! What is a Dog Food Delivery Subscription By signing up for a dog food delivery service, you are automatically sent your dog food set up on your schedule. Usually once per month. There should be no long term contracts so you can cancel at any time if you no longer want the service. Top 2 Dog Food Delivery Subscription Options There are many places to get dog food delivery services on a monthly bases. We are going to cover our top two choices. We will cover our pick for fresh made to order...
Continue reading » Food/Treats2 Comments Sometimes, the world’s most mundane things can be terrifying to dogs. Garbage cans, plastic bags blowing in the wind, and stairs are just a few common – yet bizarre – things that have caused dogs to run away in fear. For most dogs, going for a car ride is a source of extreme happiness. However, a small subset of canines also find this activity to be terrifying. Is your dog afraid of car rides? Here, we will discuss the causes of fear, as well as how you can overcome the problem. Reasons Dogs are Afraid of Car Rides Have you ever wondered why your dog is afraid of simple things? There are many reasons why a dog develops fear of a person, animal, object, or experience. Listed here are three of the most common reasons a dog might be afraid of car rides. Unfamiliar with the Experience Dogs – like...
Continue reading » Behavior, TrainingNo Comment One of the hardest parts of dog ownership is knowing when the time is right to say goodbye. Whether a sudden illness or old age brings about the inevitable, there is no easy way to ensure you are ready to help your pet cross the rainbow bridge. Unfortunately, one of the biggest regrets that many pet owners have is that they waited too long to euthanize (put to sleep) a sick or suffering animal. Listed below are seven signs you should consider when making the difficult decision. Signs To Look For Here are some common signs to look for when it may be time to start the talking with your vet about end of life care. Refusing Food When animals lose interest in food, it is often their way of indicating their time on Earth is ending. Lack of appetite for food or water is one of the first signs...
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