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Every Puppy in the Pool! – Teaching Your Dog to Swim A nice swim is a great way to cool your dog off during the hot summer months. Being in water will help to maintain their body temperature while they’re outside in the heat. Remember, our pups don’t sweat the way we do; they don’t sweat to cool off their skin the way their owners do. Dogs rely on panting and sweating from their paw pads to expel the heat from their bodies. If Sasha has been pretty active out on a hot day, cooling down her body with a...

Preparing for Your Dog’s Annual Vet Visit Dogs may live a simple life, but they need routine healthcare just like people. Once you get past the multiple visits necessary in the first year of a puppy’s life, you can expect routine annual vet appointments for a healthy dog. What should you expect during these annual visits? The Cost Owning a dog means having a constant companion, but it is also a financial commitment. Food, toys, grooming, and veterinary visits all add up over the course of the dog’s lifetime. The American Kennel Club estimates the cost of dog ownership at...

Summertime Fun Activities Summer is finally here, Chicago. Roll down the windows, let our tongues hang out, and tails wag while the wind swiftly runs through our furry ears, because it is time for some summertime activities! Here are several ideas for you and your pup this summer. So let’s get the paw-ty started!   Parks, hiking, & road trips, oh my! Amy Steinkhul is making sure her active boy, Theo, has days filled with fun and adventure! Amy and Theo’s favorite summer activities include: dog parks, hiking, and "bye-byes" also known as car rides. Plus they have a road...

Understanding the Buzz About CBD for Dogs Recreational marijuana is legal in Illinois, effective Jan. 1, 2020, according to the Chicago Tribune. This is big news for people, but pet owners already have the option to buy CBD-based products for their dogs. What should pet parents know before jumping feet (and paws) first into this major trend? What is CBD? CBD, which stands for cannabidiol, is a compound extracted from the cannabis plant. Unlike the compound THC, CBD is not psychoactive, according to PetMD. In other words, CBD will not get your dog high. Instead, CBD is getting so much...

How Often Should You Groom Your Dog? Grooming is an important responsibility for all pet owners. Dogs may not be people, but they still need their hair, nails, ears, and teeth taken care of on a regular basis. Learn more about making a grooming schedule for your pup. Fur Care Proper care for a dog’s fur can vary widely depending on the breed. Some dogs, like vizslas, have short fur that doesn’t require trimming. Others breeds, like the Maltese, have long, fluffy hair that requires frequent cuts and brushing. If your dog needs regular haircuts, every six to eight weeks...