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Archive by category "Dog Product Reviews" How to Prevent a Mess: Dog-Proof Trash Can Hacks Introduction Every pet parent knows that a dog-proof trash can is more than just a household accessory; it’s a necessity for maintaining cleanliness and ensuring the safety of your furry family member. Dogs are naturally curious creatures, and this curiosity often leads them towards the trash, where they can make a mess or worse, encounter serious health risks. A robust dog-proof trash can addresses these concerns effectively. Dogs rummaging through garbage can accidentally ingest harmful substances or choke on discarded items. These dangers underscore the importance of a secure container to keep waste out of paws’ reach. Why are dogs attracted to trash? Understanding canine behavior is key to recognizing why dogs are attracted to trash: Scent: Dogs have an acute sense of smell that makes leftover food scraps irresistible. Boredom: Trash offers a treasure trove of textures and smells...
Continue reading » Dog Product Reviews, Dog Products, Dog Safety, Planning5 Comments The diagnosis of allergies in dogs is on the rise, which means more veterinary visits for pet owners. Dogs with chronic allergies are more likely to suffer from repeat skin and ear infections, both of which can hinder a dog’s quality of life. Allergy treatments often have side effects such as sedation, vomiting, diarrhea, and increased itching and scratching. For these reasons, dog owners frequently turn to natural allergy remedies to holistically solve the problem. Here, Zesty Paws Allergy Immune Bites with EpiCor will be reviewed. Zesty Paws Allergy Chews Allergies can occur when the immune system is overreactive or under-supported. Therefore, targeted immune system support can be very beneficial for dogs that suffer environmental, seasonal, food, or skin allergies. Zesty Paws Allergy Immune Bites contain colostrum, apple cider vinegar, and wild Alaskan salmon oil, all of which are common allergy fighting, natural ingredients. Additional antioxidants control pollen and histamine...
Continue reading » Dog Health, Dog Product Reviews, Dog Products2 Comments Nearly every senior dog will develop hip, joint, and arthritis pain as they grow older. Oftentimes, arthritis pain can be managed with exercise and nutrition due to the inflammatory nature of this disease. There are many supplements on the market for dogs that promise to alleviate arthritis pain, but which ones live up to these claims? Here, The Missing Link Original Ultimate Hip & Joint supplement will be reviewed. The Missing Link – Original Ultimate Hip & Joint Missing Link is marketed as the original superfood supplements for dogs. The parent company was started in 1892 by a husband and herbalist wife duo who were interested in finding a way to keep their working horses healthy. Eventually, Mary Ida Young capitalized on her herbalist background and created a company dedicated to providing premium care to animals. Missing Link is formulated with so-called “superfoods” that are naturally sourced and contain high...
Continue reading » Dog Health, Dog Product ReviewsNo Comment The best treats for dogs are ones that are high-quality, a great value, made in the USA, and provide additional benefits beyond positive reinforcement. Here, a treat that checks all these boxes – DogsWell Super Boost for Immunity Support Chicken & Cranberry Squares – will be reviewed. DogsWell The DogsWell company believes in supporting canine wellness proactively. Their dog treats are all made from real meat, instead of meals or by-products. Each treat variety also provides additional benefit, such as hip and joint, immune system, or skin and coat support. All DogsWell treats are made with high-quality ingredients that are sourced in the United States. Chicken & Cranberry Squares Super Boost for Immunity Support DogsWell Chicken & Cranberry Squares Super Boost for Immunity Support is made with whole ingredients that are designed to provide immune system support. The addition of antioxidants from vitamins C and E not only act as...
Continue reading » Dog Health, Dog Product ReviewsNo Comment A daily battle in most pet friendly households is dog hair. For us, we seem to find dog hair in the most unlikely places: in our microwave, in the refrigerator, on the toilet seat, and on our ceiling fans. Over the past year it has become increasingly clear that my Daredevil handheld vacuum cleaner was no longer able to keep up with the amount of fur my two dogs were shedding. After a quick online search, I came across the Shark Cordless Pet Perfect II 18-Volt Handheld Vacuum and immediately purchased it after reading the raving reviews. Below is my opinion of this life-changing product. Shark Vacuums Prior to my desperate internet search, I had never heard of the Shark brand. I was immediately impressed by the number of positive online reviews. I specifically wanted a handheld vacuum cleaner that was designed to pick up pet hair. The fact that...
Continue reading » Dog Product ReviewsNo Comment There are many reasons to discourage your dog from jumping onto furniture, including injury prevention and pain management. Instead, pet steps can be utilized to encourage your dog to climb onto furniture in a safer way. Numerous sizes, styles, and heights of pet steps are available. Here, the Up Pup 4-Step Dog Stairs will be reviewed. About Up Pup 4-Step Dog Stairs The Up Pup 4-Step Dog Stairs are extremely lightweight, carpeted pet steps. These steps stand 28’’ tall and weigh 2 lbs. They are also available in other heights. The steps are two-tone in color, with cream colored carpeting covering the face of the steps and dark brown fabric covering the rest of the structure. This covering can be removed and washed in a washing machine. According to the manufacturer, the Up Pup 4-Step Dog Stairs can support up to 200 lbs. Why We Purchased Up Pup 4-Step Dog...
Continue reading » Dog Product Reviews, Dog ProductsNo Comment Treats are an integral part of daily life for most dogs and their owners. Regardless of whether you are teaching your dog an important skill, encouraging good behavior, or simply showing your pet some love, treats are useful. For dog owners with pets who have food allergies or sensitivities, finding the right foods can be difficult. Here, a limited ingredient treat manufactured by Natural Balance will be reviewed. Natural Balance Limited Ingredient Treat Jumpin’ Stix – Venison and Sweet Potato Natural Balance Jumpin’ Stix are manufactured by the Natural Balance company, which specializes in limited ingredient dog food. The Natural Balance company formulates their food and treats from wholesome, high quality ingredients that are easy to digest and are safe for pets. Natural Balance Jumpin’ Stix are formulated for dogs who require a grain free, limited ingredient diet and who also have joint mobility concerns. These treats are free from...
Continue reading » Dog Product Reviews, Dog Products, Food/TreatsNo Comment Just like humans, dogs can benefit from increased micronutrient and prebiotic intake, particularly before pregnancy or during lactation. The same nutrients that help support a healthy pregnancy and puppies can also benefit non-pregnant dogs, particularly if they suffer from inflammatory issues such as arthritis or inflammation. Here, PROGENY BB Premium Brood Bitch Formula will be reviewed, which is a powder supplement intended for pre-breeding nutrition, when nursing, and for dogs with allergies or arthritis. PROGENY BB Dog Breeding Supplement Progeny BB Dog Breeding Supplement is formulated for the health and well-being of both a female breeding dog and her puppies. This product is custom manufactured in the United States at Kauffman Animal Health in Lebanon, PA and distributed by Scientific Resources, Inc. The advantages of PROGENY BB Dog Breeding Supplement include: Increased litter health and fewer failed pregnancies and losses Lactation support Amino acid formula for improved muscle and organ...
Continue reading » Dog Product Reviews, PlanningNo Comment Nutritional supplements are an important component of care for many dogs. Whether used for preventing, treating, or curing disease, supplements are a very powerful tool that many pet owners do not realize they have at their disposal. Here, Pawsome Naturals Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil will be reviewed. Tester: Lucy Lucy, my 15 year old Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, received Pawsome Naturals Wild Alaskan Salmon Oil with her dinner. As recommended on the bottle’s label, she received 1 pump of oil each day. Although Lucy is aging, she has great mobility but suffers very badly from skin allergies. Her tell-tale allergy symptom is a red, watery, gunk-filled right eye that can be very bothersome for her. She also develops dandruff and is very itchy in the Spring. We chose for her to receive the fish oil supplement over our Beagle mix in hopes we could clear some of her skin and...
Continue reading » Dog Health, Dog Product ReviewsNo Comment 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...
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