It sounds like the Obama family has settled on a dog breed–a Portuguese Water Dog–and will be looking for a shelter dog in April. In our last contest, we asked what advice you would give the Obama family in selecting a dog…and you had lots of great advice! Some tips covered what type of dog … Read More about Tips for the Obama Family on Selecting a Dog
Elio, Lab: Dog of the Day
Who: Elio Age: 4 years old Breed: Lab What I Love about Elio: I enjoy the way he interacts with people. He has a very good nature. Contributed by Harriett Virginia, Tennessee
Staying Flea-Free Naturally
You’ll find numerous flea preventative products on the market but many dog lovers swear by a natural method: rosemary. It’s inexpensive, easy on your dog and environmentally friendly as well. To use rosemary as a flea preventative, begin by making a rosemary mixture. Add one teaspoon of chopped rosemary to near-boiling water to make a … Read More about Staying Flea-Free Naturally
Approaching a Lost Dog
Earlier this week, it was reported that actress Jennifer Aniston found and rescued a lost husky on Sunset Boulevard. All had a happy ending as the star of “Marley and Me” was able to calmly encourage the dog to come over until she could hold him by the collar while an onlooking photographer (there’s always … Read More about Approaching a Lost Dog
Hiring a Pooper Scooper Company
So much about dog care is fun–from dog walking to grooming to training your dog–but scooping poop is not one of those fun chores. Whether you just don’t have the time or just don’t want to mess with, well, the mess, you might consider hiring a pooper scooper service to clean your yard. Consider asking … Read More about Hiring a Pooper Scooper Company
