Breed Highlight: Samoyeds

Samoyeds

The Samoyed has received the nickname “Smiling Sammie” for good reason. This gentle and outgoing breed loves his family, including cats if he is raised with them. While this reindeer herder is a tad stubborn, positive reinforcement training works best with him. The beautiful white coat requires grooming two or three times a week and sheds heavily. Therefore, we will discuss this breed to help you determine if it is ideal for you and your family.

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Breed Highlight: Basset Hounds

Basset Hounds

The Basset is a good-natured hound with a pleading gaze which can come in handy when he wants a treat or knows he has broken the rules. This breed has a reputation for being slow and lazy. However, these hunting dogs enjoy long, rambling walks. We will discuss this breed to help you determine if it is ideal for you and your family.

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Breed Highlight: Pointers

Pointers

The Pointer dog has an outstanding ability to point out their target. This breed breaks down into two general types: show and field. Field pointers are smaller than show pointers and always extremely active. However, both types love spending time around human beings, particularly outdoors. We will discuss this breed to help you determine if it is ideal for you and your family.

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Tips on How to Have a Pet-Friendly Valentine’s Day

how to have a pet-friendly Valentine's Day

Each year, there’s a rise in toxic poisoning cases in pets around February 14 according to poison control experts. Therefore, we have put together a few helpful tips on how to have a pet-friendly Valentine’s Day.

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National American Heart Month: How to Keep Your Pet’s Heart Healthy

How to Keep Your Pet's Heart Healthy

February is American Heart Month. While many think of this month for humans, it is also beneficial for pets as well. We encourage pet owners to care for their furry friend’s heart health by learning the signs of heart disease and focusing on prevention. Therefore, we will discuss how to keep your pet’s heart healthy.

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Breed Highlight: Chow Chow

Chow Chows

Independent and dignified, the Chow Chow typically attaches himself to one person even though he will have affection for the whole family. This breed is generally fine with children, but the kids may be disappointed that he is not a hugger. An excellent guard and watch dog, the Chow will protect against strangers. We will discuss this breed to help you determine if it is ideal for you and your family.

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National Walk Your Dog Month: Tips for Walking Your Dog

tips for walking your dog

January is National Walk Your Dog Month! What better way to kick start your New Years Resolution by going outdoors to walk off some of that holiday food? There are numerous health benefits of walking for both you and your dog, which makes this a great way to start your new year. We have put together a few tips for walking your dog.

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The Importance of Dental Care for Cats

dental care for cats

It is estimated that as many as two-thirds of cat owners don’t clean their pet’s teeth. However, proper dental care for is just as important for your cat as it is for the humans in your family. We we will discuss the importance of dental care for cats.

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Breed Highlight: Great Pyrenees

the Great Pyrenees

The Great Pyrenees combines elegance and beauty with size and majesty. This breed is intelligent, kind, sound and well-coordinated, originally bred for strenuous work of guarding flocks on the mountain slops of the Pyrenees. We will discuss this breed to help you determine if it is ideal for you and your family.

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