D. Williams, Rover’s Rest Stop I have been saying this for years! Now there is a real study to back me up! Take heart, our Kids will help you achieve your healthy goals! We love to share information: Dogs Naturally is an all-natural, holistic magazine written by holistic veterinarians that offers webinars to learn and interact…
Most everyone knows that their dogs must walk. It is in their DNA. But most people do not think about engaging their best friend in mental stimulation. What kind of life is it to just hang around the house all the time? Get up, go for a walk, eat, lay around, eat, go for a…
D. Williams So, they are big and small, webbed, wide, and dainty, and you see them every day. Do you know why there are certain paws that belong to certain breeds? Here are some fun facts about your dog’s feet. The pads of your dog’s paw are largely made up of fatty tissue and contain…
The human and animal bond has been acknowledged for a long time, and scientific evidence was first published about 30 years ago by psychologist Alan Beck of Purdue University and psychiatrist Aaron Katcher of the University of Pennsylvania. Animal assisted therapy is used at the Mayo Clinic. Therapy dog training is available; more information can…
Most everyone knows that their dogs must walk. It is in their DNA. But most people do not think about engaging their best friend in mental stimulation. What kind of life is it to just hang around the house all the time? Get up, go for a walk, eat, lie around, eat, go for walk, bedtime…
Byline A retractable leash—a length of thin cord wound around a spring-loaded device housed inside a plastic handle which is designed to fit in a human hand with a button on the handle that controls how much of the cord is extended. These leashes are popular primarily because they allow dogs more freedom to sniff…
It would be wonderful to take your best friend with you everywhere. Although Phoenix is not the most dog-friendly city, times are changing. These fun outings assist in socialization, learning manners, and enrichment. It is recommended that immunizations be up to date. When traveling to your destination, properly restrain them using a seatbelt harness or…
Who is that holding Bogie? It is Angie Lunn, one of Rover’s special Ambassadors. Angie has a wide range of experience as a volunteer. Her husband was in the Army and they lived all over the world. Angie fell in love with volunteering when she was in Germany. She found herself doing many jobs for…
Rover’s Rest Stop & Ranch feels so blessed with many Sun Lakes volunteers. Each and every one has a talent they bring to the table for the Kids! They have weathered the heat, the cold, and the pouring down rain for the Kids’ benefit. All of their efforts do not go unnoticed; they are very…
Before we begin…aggression is the most common and most serious behavior problem in dogs. It’s also the number-one reason why pet parents should seek professional help from behaviorists, trainers and veterinarians. Last month, we talked about understanding the reasons for aggression in dogs. This month, we explore one of the most common things dogs guard…