Chuck's Gift

09/13/2018

Did you know that your dog's water bowl could make him sick? There are actually several different ways you could be putting your dog's health at risk.

09/12/2018

It’s spring. And with spring comes mosquitos and concerns about parasites attacking our pups. Today, I’m looking at heartworm. A reader recently asked about these nasty worms. They wanted to know if they would have to give their dog preventative medication every month for the rest of the dog’s...

09/11/2018

We all want our dogs to feel confident and safe, especially when it comes to meeting new people. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Whether from poor genetics or traumatic experience, some dogs are just very shy. While this isn’t always a bad thing, it can be problematic if owners aren.....

09/09/2018

All dogs need grooming. How do you avoid tragedy? Here are 10 ways to ensure your dog stays safe during a grooming session.

09/08/2018

The thought of our dogs silently suffering from a easily preventable illness is absolutely heartbreaking. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, as many as 4 out of 5 dogs over the age of 3 are suffering from a disease that is not only painful, but outright deadly. What are we tal...

09/06/2018

Prospective clients approach dog trainers with certain expectations. The upside is that the client has put thought into what they want to get out of training. The downside is that occasionally their needs can’t possibly be met. Basic training is a clear, obtainable goal for everyone. As long as th...

09/05/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/5-ingredients-you-dont-want-to-see-in-your-dogs-treats/

#1 – Brewer’s Rice People often turn to rice as an ingredient for upset doggy tummies and sensitivities. There’s nothing wrong with that, but if you are feeding treats with brewer’s rice, you’re not getting the grain you think you are. Brewer’s rice is a processed rice product that’s l...

09/04/2018

Awesomeness!

Every year over 7 million pets find themselves in shelters in the U.S. Shelter staff are tasked with finding each and every adoptable pet a home, and some are coming up with clever ways to get the job done! Many shelters use social media to spread pictures and videos, but West Memphis Animal Shelter...

09/03/2018

Since doggy dentures aren’t a thing, keeping your pup’s teeth clean and gums healthy is crucial for their overall health and well-being. Obviously, the best way to get your dog’s teeth clean is to have the vet scrape them while your dog is under anesthesia. This can be very expensive and there...