SHED HAPPENS!

SHED HAPPENS! As we leave winter behind and temperatures start to rise, you are likely to find more and more loose dog hair billowing about your home. Seasonal changes, as well as a dog’s environment, breed/mix, age, health, nutrition, and stress levels all factor into how much they will shed throughout the year. Some breeds […]

National Dental Awareness Month

National Dental Awareness Month Did you know that 80% of pets risk dental disease by the age of two. One of the biggest myths out there is that our pets need to eat dry kibble to keep their teeth clean. Aside from crunchy things NOT keeping teeth clean, our cats and dogs don’t really chew […]

Regular Nail Care

The importance of regular nail care. Some owners prefer to take on this task themselves, and may even perform nail care weekly, while others enlist the help of a professional groomer or veterinary staff. Most dogs will need to have their nails cared for at least once per month. Early Conditioning Puppy nails tend to […]

Treats to give and Hazards to avoid this Holiday Season

Treats to give and Hazards to avoid this Holiday Season With the holiday season upon us and as we get ready to gather around tables adorned with scrumptious feasts, our furry family is often right by our side, hoping for a taste of the festivities. As pet health and nutrition advocates who champion the benefits of fresh feeding, we’re here to guide […]

Summer Safety Tips

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Summer Safety Tips By Nicole Vaughn Summer is in full swing on the prairies, and it’s important to be sure our pets’ needs are considered with the changing weather. TIP #1 When it is hot and humid out, pets may have a harder time cooling off by panting, or sweating from their paw pads. Always […]

To Do or Not To Do: Adding raw to your pets diet.

To Do or Not To Do: Adding raw to your pets diet. By Carly Patryluk You’ve likely heard our pets should eat a raw diet, but why? There are multiple health benefits to feeding raw! We like to say, “any raw is better than no raw”, so don’t feel as though it’s an all or […]

FITNESS & CONDITIONING

Fitness & Conditioning By Cassandra Zdanowski, CCBW, CCFTHigh 5 Dog Training Academy Every dog can benefit from some conditioning work, it’s not just for athletes! A couple of the most basic things you can do to help your dog stay in good shape are to make sure that your dog is a proper weight and […]