Posts Tagged ‘dog waste station’
Diaper Disposal Bags: Essential for Air Travel
If you’re a first-time parent, you’ll quickly discover how critical a diaper disposal bag is any time you go out with your baby or toddler. Place several in your diaper bag. Diaper disposal bags are hygienic, provide odor control, and contain messes until you can deal with them appropriately. Those factors are especially important if…
Read MoreMicroplastics Found in Dogs
Much has been written about the dangers of microplastics and you should know that the microscopic particles have been found in the digestive system of canines. Multiple studies of pet food and pet feces found high levels of microplastics. Potential Sources Researchers postulate that microplastics are ingested when dogs chew on items encompassing hard toys,…
Read MoreCan I Deposit My Dog’s Waste in Your Trash Bin?
There’s a debate raging across South Florida that affects every dog owner and individual with a trash bin. The question: Is it okay to put my dog poop in someone else’s trash can? The issue of where to put dog poop is a touchy and one that’s pitting neighbor against neighbor. The Simple Solution The…
Read MoreNew Law Affects Florida Dog Owners
A new dog-related law has been enacted and went into effect on Oct. 1, 2023, in the Sunshine State. The law affects almost everyone and restricts bans targeting certain dogs. It modifies the “dangerous dog” Law and prevents local governmental entities from banning specific breeds. Affected Breeds Canine breeds that will be impacted encompass pit…
Read MoreAntivaccine Trend Extending to Canines
Not all trends are good to follow and can actually cause harm to others. An increasing number of people are extending their anti-vaccine beliefs to include their canines. It’s a practice that can have catastrophic effects to people, pets and wildlife. Boston University School of Public Health Study Researchers at the prestigious school interviewed 2,200…
Read More4 Ways to Help with Pet Sitter Safety
No matter how easy going your dog is, your canine can easily perceive your dog sitter as an intruder. Reports of dog sitters being attached by the very canines they’ve been hired to care for have made headlines. It’s up to pet parents to take every precaution to ensure the safety of their pet sitter…
Read More5 Tips for Choosing a Dog Walker
A dog walker may be an essential part of you and your dog’s daily life. There are multiple factors that you’ll want to consider before hiring someone to walk your canine companion. Choosing the best dog walker for your furry family member should never be taken lightly or done in haste. Understand the Pricing Scale…
Read MorePet Precautions for Dogs on Halloween
Halloween is an exciting time and there will be numerous children at your door seeking candy. However, Halloween is a stressful time for dogs. They don’t comprehend the continuous stream of people coming to the door and even the calmest child-friendly canine can be stressed enough to bite, not to mention the variety of health…
Read MoreBlame the Owner, Not the Dog, for Waste in Neighborhoods
Altercations have broken out across the nation over individuals that refuse to pick up their dog’s feces. Some have been a war of words, some people have come to blows, while others advocate violence against canines. It’s time to lay the blame for feces where it belongs – the owners, not the dog. The majority…
Read MoreThe Oldest Ghost Story in America: Blue Dog Legend
Everyone loves a good ghost story and there’s no better time to tell one than Halloween. The Blue Dog Legend is said to be the oldest ghost story in American history. It’s a tale of treasure, betrayal and murder. The legend’s origins go back to the 1700s. The Beginning Retired Revolutionary War soldier, Charles Thomas…
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