Walter the Farting Dog is about a pup that farts so much, his human dad wants to rehome him (WHAT???). Like all dogs, Walter is a fine dog, except for a tiny problem: he has gas. He can’t help it; it’s just the way he is. Our Sasha farts… a lot. While she is adorable, […]
The phrase “doggie paddle” exists because all dogs can swim. True? Or False? FALSE! There are a variety of reasons why not all pups are good swimmers. Some dogs don’t like water. Some dogs just sink. Other dogs do not enjoy the physiological changes that happen when they are plopped into the water. How do […]
Falling on the last Friday of April, National Hairball Awareness Day aims to focus on your kitty’s health and wellness. In honor of the day, here are 10 interesting facts about hairballs. Hairballs are not balls. Instead, hairballs are shaped like tubes. This is because the hairballs get elongated when they travel through your cat’s […]
It was a heartbreaking day for our pal Mazie, her humans, and those of us at Top Dog Pet Sitters. A freak accident happened. Mazie’s collar got hooked on a prong in her crate. Mazie managed to squirm out of her collar, but in the process, her left eyeball was gouged out. Yes, a horrific […]
Our pups do so many crazy things…chasing tails, nesting, eating grass… Seriously? What could possibly make grass tasty? There are a variety of reasons why grass is attractive to your pup. SUPPLEMENTING A MISSING NUTRIENT Vets and veterinarians think dogs eat grass when they have a diet deficiency. Many diet deficiencies are rooted in […]
It never fails. One of our pups will scoot her rear-end on our carpet when: It has just been professionally cleaned In front of guests WHY do dogs do this? Well, scooting is a dog’s way to alleviate something wrong back there. It could be an itch, a pain, or irritation that could indicate anything […]
Where is the purr-fect spot for a litter box? Go ahead. Ask your cat. She probably will tell you, “in the middle of an empty room with a 360-degree view,” ensuring that there are no surprises. LITTER BOX PLACEMENT MATTERS Is your feline friend “taking care of business” outside the litter box? It could be […]
With the holidays upon us, everyone is brainstorming the perfect gift for their children and loved ones. Though animals bring much joy and comfort and may look so cute by the Christmas tree, dogs (or any animal) are NOT something to be gifted without thorough discussion and planning. Gifting someone with a large commitment like […]
Holiday celebrations are plentiful in December. One of the things that can put a damper on holiday celebrations is an emergency trip to the vet for your pet. These holiday tips can help you and your fur baby have a “wonderful time of the year.” PLAN IN ADVANCE Make sure you know where your emergency […]
November is Pet Diabetes Awareness Month. Just as diabetes affects 30 million Americans, diabetes is also affecting our pets in increasing numbers. Obesity is a contributing factor. Over 50% of our pets are overweight, which increases their risk of developing diabetes. WHAT PETS ARE AT RISK? Diabetes in cats and dogs can occur at any […]
