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Best Cold Weather Dog Breeds
Are you looking for a canine companion that loves winter weather as much as you do? Several dog breeds have coats that can withstand the snow and cold temperatures normal to the northern hemisphere throughout the winter months. Here’s a look at a few of the best breeds suited for these conditions. Several breeds fit […] Read more »
COVID-Induced Separation Anxiety: The Top 5 Ways to Calm Your Anxious Pet
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, between 20% and 40% of dogs in North America are diagnosed by animal behaviorists as having separation anxiety. With COVID keeping us at home more than normal, it’s likely our pets have grown more accustomed to our presence on a day-to-day basis. While perhaps one positive that has […] Read more »
A Dog’s Memory: Strengths and Weaknesses
Have you ever wondered why your dog behaves like he does? What causes him to bounce with excitement when you pick up a leash? Why does he sit next to Aunt Nancy every time she pays a visit, but never next to Uncle Frank? Why is a car ride terrifying? Researchers have found that dogs […] Read more »
Your Handy Autumn Checklist: Keep Your Horse’s Health in Tip-Top Shape This Fall!
Horse owners, tune in! In Part One of our Handy Autumn Checklist series, the Springtime team provided a slew of helpful tips for taking care of your dog’s health as the season changes. Now, it’s time to discuss how to keep your horse’s health in tip-top shape this fall. As many of us know, humans […] Read more »
Your Handy Autumn Checklist: Keep Your Dog’s Health in Tip-Top Shape This Fall!
The holiday festivities and chilly weather are on our minds as we transition away from a unique summer and into an autumn filled with possibilities. However, while we make plans to carve pumpkins, unpack our thick flannels and decorate our homes for fall, it’s important not to forget how the changing of the seasons can […] Read more »
Stocking Up: Symptoms and Treatments
Inexperienced horse owners and those caring for older horses may be alarmed to habitually see their animals’ legs swollen after an extensive period in the stall. This may likely be a normal condition known as “stocking up.” If this is the case, it can be an easy problem to treat. Detection During periods of inactivity, […] Read more »
Breathe Healthy Masks – A comfortable and safe mask to protect yourself during a pandemic and everyday exposure!
Not only do Breathe Healthy® masks protect you from airborne particles but these masks were designed for everyday use! That includes lawn mowing, gardening, grooming the family pet, leaf raking, bicycling, working in the office, commuting on a train, carpooling, woodworking… performing many of the day-to-day work and recreational activities. When adjusted to fit snugly, […] Read more »
Protect your pets this fall as ticks and fleas surge before the frost hits
Tick and flea activity picks up in the fall before the first frost hits. For fleas, seventy degrees is the ideal temperature to hatch.While fleas can survive in many climates, the worst time of year for these pesky critters is late spring through winter, with the seasonally worst months for flea infestations occurring in September, […] Read more »
Fun Stay-at-Home Activities to Do with your Dogs
With COVID-19 still keeping us at home, it’s important to incorporate fun stay-at-home activities you can do with your pet! This will keep them entertained, tire them out, and help them learn obedience training all at once! Below are some fun activities you can still do with your dogs that are COVID-friendly and don’t break […] Read more »
How Frequently Will a Horse Visit the Vet?
Age and special needs of a horse determine how often it must see the vet. This post helps you budget your resources for the health of your horse. Read more »