Blog
Dedicated to your pet’s well being!
What is Separation Anxiety in Dogs? Does Your Dog Suffer From It?
What is separation anxiety in dogs? Does your dog suffer from it? Here is my experience of living with a dog with separation anxiety, the signs to look for and what you can do to help your dog if you suspect he or she is suffering from separation anxiety. Many...
How Much Does It Cost to Own a Dog?
So, you have decided you would like to add a dog to your family. Wonderful! Dogs are great for getting you out of the house for some exercise, they are therapeutic and lots of fun. But how much does it cost to own a dog? Before adding a dog or any pet to your...
Thinking of Getting a Puppy? What are the Pros and Cons?
Getting a puppy is a big commitment. If your family is considering bringing a new pup into your home you first need to make sure this is the right decision for your family’s lifestyle. A new pooch can be a wonderful addition to a family, here are some puppy pros and...
Five Plants that are Toxic to Your Pets
While we love having plants in our homes and yards we need to be aware that some of those plants are toxic to our pets. Our pets are not aware of the dangers and may chew on the leaves or flowers of these common plants. Aloe We have all seen the articles about having...
How Your Pet Sitter Keeps Your Home Safe: Keys, Alarm Codes and More
When I first started Dances with Dogs 16 years ago my husband looked at me and said, “no one is ever going to give you the keys to their home.” Thankfully he was wrong, but I took his words seriously and have made our clients’ home security a top priority. We...
Spaying or Neutering Your Dog: The Pros and Cons
As I sit here writing this my two rescue dogs, Briscoe and Kensi, are keeping me company. When my husband and I adopted them from one of our local rescue groups we didn't have to make the decision about spaying or neutering as that was already done. Here in...