Pros and Cons of Leaving a Radio on For Your Dog
Charlie was pacing when I got there. The radio was blasting, loud enough to hear from the front porch. His pet parent had read somewhere that leaving it on would help with his anxiety while she was at work. Charlie was not helped. I turned the radio off. He circled...
What Can My Dog Drink? Delicious Options Other Than Water
Every morning, we clean our pups’ water bowls and refill them with cool water. Every morning. Do dogs get tired of drinking just water? Is water boring? After all, humans drink a variety of liquids… iced tea, coffee, beer, wine, sodas, milkshakes, more wine… First,...
Why Does My Dog Wake Me Up Early?
WHEW! It’s been a long, stressful week and you are looking forward to sleeping in. Unfortunately, your dog has other ideas. If your pup wakes you up too early, it usually means they are uncomfortable about something. In ten-plus years of caring for dogs in McKinney...
Why Retractable Leashes Are Dangerous for Dogs and the People Who Walk Them
One of my walkers, Gina, was taking a golden named Cooper through the trails at Craig Ranch Park last spring. Nice afternoon. Cooper was well-behaved, heel-trained, about 65 pounds. The dog 15 feet ahead of them on a retractable leash was the problem, a young lab mix...