Blog — Writer_Mara_Cobb

Puppies usually get adopted from shelters pretty fast. After all, who can resist those big eyes and round puppy tummies? But what about the dogs that are a little bit older? They deserve a family too! Read on to discover why welcoming an older shelter dog into your home might make your family complete.   Set personalities and looks. Puppies that are still growing may change in their personalities. Adopting an older shelter pup means that what you see is exactly what you’ll get. If you adopt a social dog, odds are that dog will continue to greet everyone he...

Ten Pup-Friendly Places Worth Visiting Dogs are more than pets, they’re family. Oftentimes, though, unless you’re going to the park or for a walk around the neighborhood, you have to leave your furry family member behind when you go out…or do you? Read on for a list of restaurants and shops where your dog is welcome—some of them may surprise you!   Starbucks Dogs are welcome to sit outside and enjoy the day on the Starbucks’ patio. If you request it, your local Starbucks may also offer a “puppuccino,” which is a small cup of whipped cream. Yum!   Half...

Safe Fresh Fruit and Veggie Treats August means fresh fruit and veggies abound in gardens and local farmer’s markets. While we may love tomatoes, bell peppers, cucumbers, corn, and squash, our pups might find some of those foods difficult to digest. Read on to learn more about which fruits and veggies can be shared as an occasional treat!   Tomatoes Solanine is a substance found in the leaves and stem of the tomato plant and also in unripe, green tomatoes. Solanine is potentially harmful to dogs if it is ingested in large amounts. If your pup enjoys gardening with you,...

Pupparazzi: Five Tips for Perfect Pet Photos These days, everybody wants to snap a perfect pet photo to upload to Facebook or Instagram. But many times, photographing that perfect picture seems challenging. If the idea of a pooch photo shoot fills you with dread, read on to learn more about how to capture a shot that is truly share-worthy! Camera Shy: Be sure to slowly introduce your dog to your camera and the sounds it might make. Sometimes new sounds, like that of a camera shutter clicking, can frighten dogs. Some dogs also become super interested in the camera itself...

Indestructible Dog Toys When it comes to chew toys, is your dog a demolition expert? At Sparky Steps, we know that no two dogs are alike. Because of that, some dogs need toys that are more indestructible than others. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of three “indestructible” dog toys that your pet can sink his teeth into!   Nylabone Nylabone dog toys offer both long-lasting edible dog bones and “indestructible” chew toys. There are a wide variety of bone-shaped chew toys available. While your pet is sure to love chewing the toy, they will also the bones’ taste. Nylabone...