Volunteers are the heart and soul of any shelter or dog rescue. Rescues are 95% volunteer-based, 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations, relying on the assistance of caring and hardworking volunteers. As a rescue grows, their reliance on volunteers increases, as the rescue cares for even more abandoned, abused, and neglected dogs finding them loving, life-long homes. For…
D. Williams Yep, Santa called and wanted to adopt an older dog to keep him company while Rudolph leads the way with his bright, shiny nose. I asked Santa, “Why an older dog,” and, boy, did I get the answers! Thought I would share with you this holiday season what Santa said. First off, Santa…
Here we are again—the beginning of the holiday season, and since so much of the holidays revolve around gifts, do you know the best gift you can give to your dog? What do you think, a tasty reward like steak or a bone, or maybe a favorite toy? Do not forget that the important word…
Living in Arizona has many perks—beautiful weather, amazing views, and wonderful people. Living the desert life does have certain risks and desert pet dangers that are very real. If you are new to the Desert Southwest, you need to know about the animals that pose a risk to your pets, and follow some simple guidelines…
Exercising with your dog is a great way to strengthen your bond and to get some cardiovascular in at the same time. While canine/human workouts/exercising can be fun, they can also be dangerous if proper safety precautions are not taken, especially during the summer months in Arizona. The following tips will help to ensure that…
Everyone is asking about the new research on vaccinations, so we are sharing what the experts are saying. So, just how long do your pet’s vaccinations last? Definitely longer than a year! We all want our pets protected from life-threatening diseases, but did you know your pet may be carrying enough protection from their puppy…
D. Williams No one likes to think that a natural disaster or family or personal emergency will happen to them, and few people are prepared for such situations. While the thought of any emergency is scary, you can avoid outright panic by preparing to protect your pet the best you can before the situation arises.…
D. Williams Sunlight is vital to our wellbeing as well as our pets. It is essential that dogs get sunlight at different times of the day. We are talking raw sunlight from early morning through mid-day and into the evening. Raw Sunlight has a natural spectrum of light from infrared (IR) right through to ultra-violet (UV).…
D. Williams I think we all agree that there is nothing better than the companionship of a dog. We cannot learn how to speak dog, but we can learn to understand behaviors and body language signals that our dog is happy and content. All animals are different, and as dogs age, their activity levels and…
When it comes to our dogs, they always offer us unconditional love. Returning that love, however, can be a challenge. In the spirit of Valentine’s Day, here are some thoughts on how to tell your dog you love them back! The best way to tell a dog you love them is through mimicry. Dogs rely…