Tips & Advice
Is My Dog Simply Aging or Is It More?
No matter how much we love our pets, the reality is they get older just like us. For many pup parents, it can be emotionally difficult to cope with the reality that the dog that brings so much joy to our lives isn't the same youthful puppy we brought home all those years ago. The fact is that we are likely to outlive our pets.
Fire Safety Tips for Dogs and Owners
Summertime means plenty of indoor and outdoor fun. Whether you are lounging indoors or enjoying a barbeque, pool or beach trip, or campfire, humans and pups alike need to stay vigilant about fire. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) says pets are responsible for over 1,000 house fires every year in the United States, and an estimated 40,000 pets die in fires each year, mostly from smoke inhalation. In addition, July and August have been the peak months for both the number of large wildfires and acres burned since 2000. A little preparation goes a long way for keeping the whole family safe, canine companion included.
Are You Sure Your Dog is Actually Carsick?
Our dogs are important members of our families, so it’s only natural we want them to join us wherever we go. Whether that means a summer road trip or just errands around town, however, car travel can sometimes have some messy side effects for our pooches. Is it just motion sickness, or could it be something more?
How to Have a Fun and Safe Summer with Your Dog
It’s finally here! A summer full of barbeques, pool parties, vacations, and other fun in the sun is just beginning for humans and their canine companions. Here are the basics you need to know for a safe, summer season with your dog.
What You Should Know About Dog Bite Prevention
Americans love our dogs – and with nearly 90 million pups living in the U.S., there’s plenty of canine love to go around. But no matter how well integrated they are into our families, dogs still bite: whether they feel protective, threatened, scared, or are simply excited and playful, it is a natural reaction to certain situations.
Spring Tips For A Happy & Healthy Dog
As flowers bloom and temperatures warm, it’s only natural to want to spend more time outside with your furry friend. But clean air and sunshine means pollen, plants, bugs, and dirt – and a host of potential health and safety issues to be aware of. A little prevention goes a long way, so speak with your vet and follow these easy safety tips to enjoy spring in all its blossoming, blue-skied glory with your pup!
How To Show Your Dog Affection!
The bond between dog and human is truly special. Pups are not only sources of joy and treasured members of our families, but also nonjudgmental sources of unconditional love. It’s no wonder we feel the urge to lavish them with affection and attention!
But years of experience have taught us something hard to believe: it can be possible to love your dog too much. Even the most passionate dog lover should know the difference between loving and spoiling their furry friend – and how to express affection in positive ways that don’t reinforce bad habits.
2020 Holiday Gift Guide
Welcome to Bark Busters’ 2020 Gift Guide! We’ve sniffed the internet for the best 14 gifts for any pooch and pet parent: fun, practical, and everything in between.
Tips for Holiday Travel with Your Dog
The holidays are upon us! This year’s celebrations might look a little different than usual, but we’ve got you covered with tips for a safe (and even relaxing!) journey should you and your pooch hit the road.
Life with a Labradoodle
Meet Moose, our Labradoodle. He has been part of our family for the past 18 months and has been a wonderful addition to our family. He loves life, and we love life with our Labradoodle!