Helping dog owners with advice and tips to provide the best exercise and healthcare for their dog.
Running is great exercise for a dog. The faster and further your dog is running the more energy they burn. However, not all dogs are suitable to run long distances. We will look at the different breeds and their suitability for running. Running with your dog is also a great way to exercise yourself. This … Read more
Daily exercise, including getting outside for a walk, is crucial for all dogs to keep them healthy, stimulate their minds, and to prevent boredom. However, when the temperature is very hot outside, it may not be safe. So what temperature is too hot to walk a dog outside? If the temperature is above 89.6°F (32°C) … Read more
The Rottweiler, commonly known as the Rotti, is a large, powerful, and energetic dog. They have also a very smart and intelligent dog. The Rottweiler is a working breed that was originally bred to herd sheep and pull carts laden with meat to the market. Exercise is important for Rottweilers to keep them healthy, prevent obesity, … Read more
Why feed your dog rice and chicken Feeding a dog a diet of chicken and rice is a bland type of food often recommended by vets to get their GI tract back on track. It is easy to digest and contains one source of protein and one source of carbohydrate. Chicken and rice are ideal … Read more
Yes, pumpkin is safe for dogs to eat in small quantity. It’s fine to give your dog pumpkin everyday, but pumpkin is rich in vitamin A, but too much vitamin A can be toxic to dogs. Pumpkin is considered a superfood for dogs containing essential micronutrients and fiber making it an excellent nutritious treat. It … Read more
What is a Flirt Pole A flirt pole sometimes called a flirt stick, is a dog toy and piece of exercise equipment that entices your dog to chase a moving lure. It is like a giant version of a cat tickler. A flirt pole consists of a handle or long stick, a rope (usually a … Read more
What the best exercise for a dog is will depend on several factors. When finding the perfect exercise for you and your particular dog certain things need to be taken into consideration. Breed – what may be a great exercise for one breed may not be suitable or even harmful to a different breed. For example, … Read more