Blog — Category_Dogs

Leftovers Your Pets Can (and Can’t) Eat Turkey Day was just last week. Leftovers are a-plenty, and can seem overwhelming at times. Our pets serve many purposes in our households, and disposing of unwanted food is one of their greatest strengths. However, be careful which Thanksgiving favorites you feed them! Below is a quick guide on which foods are okay for them to eat, and which are not.   Turkey- Yes (for the most part) Turkey can be a very healthy food for your dog. The meat of the turkey is packed with protein and other nutrients that are essential...

Dog Friendly and Unfriendly Halloween Treats! Halloween is right around the corner, and so are all those delicious Halloween treats and candies that’ll last through to Thanksgiving! Discounted bags of chocolates, trick-or-treaters, office parties, citywide celebrations -- Halloween is full of sugary and baked goodness that will have our kitchens filled to the brim with snacks. And while we’re indulging, our furry friends are sure to have their puppy dog eyes and adorable snouts right next to us, begging for any little taste they can get or for the split second we turn our backs. But we must proceed with...

Hey Sparky Steps Community! Do you know about our Sparky Steps Interview? We want to get to know your story! We think everyone out there has an awesome story of how they met their pet. All you have to do to participate is answer all the questions in the link below and click send. After we will create your answers into a blog post and kick off the conversations and connection! Many issues affect animals in the world today, but even in our own city we can make a difference. We are interested in getting to know everyone a bit...

Fun things to do with your pup in the Spring Spring is finally here! Your pup is surely as anxious to get back outside as you are after a long winter. We here at Sparky Steps know that cabin fever is real. So we’ve created a list of some fun things you and your dog can do now that the season of new beginnings is upon us!   Go on a hike If you think you’re tired of the same old walking route, imagine how your pup feels! They’ve had to endure shorter walks and dashes into the backyard for...

Three Reasons You Should Consider A Shelter Animal Adopt! There are many reasons why you should consider adoption when you’re looking to welcome a pet to your family.   To reduce euthanasia Shelters are often overlooked when people are shopping for a dog or cat, and the euthanasia numbers reflect this. Each year, approximately 1.5 shelter animals are euthanized in the U.S. because the facilities become overcrowded. By adopting pets rather than buying them from other sources, you’re freeing up room for the shelter to bring in more animals in need. Adopting a single dog or cat creates a ripple...