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Why We Hate Fly Sprays
Updated August 17, 2022. Ticks are still alive in many areas and are looking for a last meal before winter is in full swing! Fly sprays toxicity is real. With chemicals in pet products advancing, our dogs and horses are not equipped to detoxify against the shampoos, collars, spot-on products, and fly sprays that we […] Read more »
5 Games to Play with Your Horse
Playing with your horse is a great way to encourage your horse to think. Horses are very intelligent, and are able to process and problem solve. Finding games to play with your horse can be great for helping an easily spooked horse, as it furthers your relationship with them. Playing games that “bomb proof” will […] Read more »
10 Easy DIY Dog & Horse Costumes for Halloween
Updated September 22, 2022. Make this Halloween your dog’s best! Plus, get in on the four-legged fun without breaking the bank. These do-it-yourself costume ideas for your dog are adorable, and more importantly, they’re easy! Always remember that costumes should not restrict movement, hearing, eyesight, or the ability to breathe! If you’re going to include […] Read more »
Science Says Horse Personalities are Heritable
Horse owners know their barns are filled with unique temperaments, but does science know if these horse personalities are heritable? Researchers are continuously uncovering which horse genes are responsible for certain equine personality traits and characteristics. According to The Horse, “Many characteristics, such as coat color, height, athletic ability, and behavioral tendencies are genetic in […] Read more »
10 Steps to Take If Your Dog Goes Missing
A missing-dog situation requires you to stay calm as best you can, because the first 24 hours are crucial. Before you find yourself in this stressful situation, it is a good idea to familiarize yourself with this lost-dog checklist to give yourself the best chance to find your pet quickly and safely:+ 1. File a […] Read more »
Assateague Island, the Hidden Getaway Gem
A fall getaway to an island? Yes!Assateague Island, roughly a three-hour car ride from Philadelphia, stretches across 48,000 acres. The island is between the coast of Maryland and Virginia, and is unique for its wild horses and seclusion.Assateague’s ecosystem is so cherished, that three separate agencies manage it: the National Park Service, U.S. Fish and […] Read more »
Five Fun Scent Games for Dogs
Dogs rely on their sense of smell to experience the world around them. This is why their walks are more than just an opportunity to go to the bathroom. The “smell stops” your dog makes are the equivalent of your pooch reading the morning paper or checking social media to see what their friends are […] Read more »
What Do Our Dogs and Cats Actually Remember?
Updated on September 22, 2022. Experts suggest that extremely positive, as well as the extremely negative experiences, create the most lasting memories in both dogs and cats. Although that might seem intuitive, there are many experiences that might be forgettable for us, but are long-lasting for our pets. Cats live curiously, but cautiously. They groom […] Read more »
5 Dog Water Safety Tips You’ll Need to Know
Updated on August 16, 2022. Dog water safety certainly doesn’t have to stop the fun! Here are some water safety tips for smooth sailing on that pool, pond, lake, or beach days! 1. Getting Comfortable in the Water Before you take your dog for a swim for the first time, don’t assume they can swim […] Read more »
Can Horses Read Our Body Language?
Updated on August 16, 2022. Most riders sense that they have an unspoken bond with the horses they are close to, but do horses really have an innate capacity for reading human body language? Amy Smith, a researcher at the University of Sussex, wanted to learn more about horses’ ability to interpret non-verbal communication. Smith […] Read more »