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If You Own a Dog, Should You Mulch?
It’s that time of year, yard work and landscaping are going on everywhere! But if you own dogs, should you use mulch?…
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Protect Your Dog and Pets Before the Fireworks!
Most humans love fireworks. But, for many of our pets, the 4th of July is a frightening time. Exploding bright lights and…
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Have Pets? Be Prepared for an Emergency.
Are you prepared for an emergency or natural disaster? No one likes to consider the worst; but the best defense is advance…
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Ear Mites, Water Safety and Planning for Your Dog’s Care
The July issue of our K9-exclusive newsletter will be out next week! In this issue, we’re going to continue talking about how to…
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Must-Have Gifts for the Dog Dad Who has Everything
Please welcome our first guest poster, Kiersten Relyea, Owner & Founder of Pippin Tails, “Everything Dog!” Father’s Day is the day to…
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Are YOU Prepared to Protect Your Pet?
Welcome to June and National Pet Preparedness Month. Are YOU prepared in the event of an emergency or natural disaster? As we head…
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RECALL: Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula Dog Food
Blue Buffalo Company (Wilton, CT) has voluntarily issued a recall for a select lot of its Blue Buffalo Life Protection Formula…
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Even as May Ends, Dog Bite Prevention Never Does
As May comes to a close with the Memorial Day holiday, Dog Bite Prevention Month is also coming to an end; although…
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More Tips on Dog Bite Prevention from the ASPCA
While Dog Bite Prevention Week is officially over, the potential for dog bites never ends; especially if people – and children in particular…
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Yes! You CAN Avoid a Dog Bite!
With National Dog Bite Prevention Week upon us, it’s important to know HOW to avoid … even prevent … a dog bite.…
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Keeping Fido Safe: 6 Options We Love
No one ever wants to lose their dog. It’s a gut-wrenching, heartbreaking situation NO dog- owner wants to ever experience. But the truth…
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Happy National Pet Day!
Welcome to 2016 National Pet Day! Did you know that National Pet Day was created in 2006 by Colleen Paige, a pet…
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Psst … Your Compost May NOT be Dog-Friendly!
Yes, it’s true; your compost is environment-friendly and waste-reducing, but it might also be dangerous to your dog(s), pets, wildlife and humans.…
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RECALL: Smallbatch Pets Frozen Dog Sliders
Smallbatch Pets Frozen Dog Food Recall Just two hours after our recent post about making your own dog treats (due to the…
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Bake Some Homemade Dog Treats in a New York Minute!
With all the recent dog food and treat recalls, you may be thinking about making your own treats for your K9 family…
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Dog Food Recall: Purina Beneful and Pro Plan
Purina Beneful and Pro Plan Dog Food Recall The Dog Food Advisor website just announced that Nestle Purina has…
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Think someone is looking out for your dog’s food? Think again.
What do You Believe? Until recently, I had always “assumed” (yes, I know!) that “someone” was looking out for MY dogs and…
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There’s Boy and Girl Scouts … but DOG Scouts?
I usually consider myself a pretty well-read, well-informed human being under most circumstances. But I have to confess, I had NEVER heard…
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Memo From Your Dog: Tomorrow is “National Dog Biscuit Day!”
Please excuse us as we interrupt your Monday for a very important announcement from your four-legged family member: tomorrow is “National Dog…
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February Means Having Love for Your Pets Too!
For most of us, say the word “February” and one of the next things to pop into our mind is “Valentine’s Day.”…
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Tough Toys for Tough Dogs!
If you own a highly active dog or a large-to-giant dog who loves to play ROUGH … finding a toy that can…
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Delta: Your Pet is No Longer “Cargo!”
For those of us who consider our pets part of our family, this latest announcement from Delta warms our hearts! In November,…
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Holiday Wishes …
… from our pack to yours!
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Petco Acquired for $4.6 Billion
Private equity firm CVC Capital Partners and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board have agreed to acquire the holding company for Petco Animal…
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Are Holiday Treats Dog-Friendly?
The holidays are quickly approaching with mouth-watering smells and delectable seasonal treats! Something else is coming too … sad, SAD puppy eyes! While…
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Chocolate and Dogs: A Potentially Dangerous Combination
Today is National Chocolate Day and while it’s been said that chocolate can fix almost any emotional situation … the same cannot be said…
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Rawhide: Is it REALLY … “raw?”
As a mere mortal proudly owned by two Great Danes, until now, I LOVED giving them rawhide! It’s almost the only treat that lasts…
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Merrick Pet Care Purchased by Nestle Purina PetCare
In case you missed the news this summer (somehow I did), Merrick Pet Care became part of the Purina Pet Care family in…
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Psstt … An important secret about the Pet Food Industry.
It’s called “ingredient splitting” and is the topic of our main article in the upcoming September issue of the Cold Noses Newsletter.…
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Ice Cream for your DOG?! Yes!
Speaking of treats that are GOOD for your dog, how about some ice cream?! Yes, ice cream for your dogs! “Frosty Paws”…
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Are ALL Healthy Snacks Good for Dogs?
You’re probably just like me, I only want the very best for my dogs! With the recent upswing in dog treat recalls,…
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Thank You Petco! NO more Chinese Pet Treats!
Petco has finally stepped up to the plate and removed any remaining Chinese-made canine and feline treats from its stores and website…
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From our Pack to Yours, Happy New Year!
Happy New Year from Moose and Bella!
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Fireworks are no laughing matter for your pet …
The 4th of July is a festive holiday of fun, sun, BBQ’s and of course, awe-inspring fireworks! But, as you make your…
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Love Dogs AND Apps? You’ll Love these Dog Apps!
Staying connected to your dog has never been easier with the latest Apps for dogs and their owners! Who hasn’t wondered what…
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Winterize your Dog!
For many of us, this winter has proven to be one of the most challenging with arctic temperatures, more snow than one…
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Staying on Top of Pet Food and Treat Recalls
The health of one’s beloved pets is a priority for any pet guardian. But keeping up with all the recent recalls on…