September 2013 Saratoga County Animal Shelter Adoptable Dogs
Look at all of these sweet dogs that need a loving home. If one of their photos says “Please come adopt me” then visit the Saratoga County Animal Shelter Monday – Saturday anytime between 10am and 4pm.
Can A Dog Eat Corn on the Cob?
Corn on its own, is not toxic or generally harmful to dogs. Corn is found in many dog foods on the market. If you scrape off a few kernels (don’t make corn your whole dogs meal) from the cob and offer them to your dog or allow him to clean off some corn remnants as […]
5 Tips for Bad Dog Breath
We’re all aware that bad breath is one of the worst things a dog can have, and most all of us dog owners experience stinky kisses from our pets every now and then. Bad breath, also known as halitosis, is caused by excessive build-up of odor-producing bacteria inside of your dog’s mouth, lungs or even […]
Pet-Friendly Things To Do In And Around Saratoga NY!
It’s no secret that Saratoga Springs, NY is a dog friendly town! Because many business owners and city locations provide easy access for dogs (yes, and cats!), it’s easy to find pet friendly things to do in and around The Spa City. If you live in Saratoga, you may already be familiar with some of these pet-friendly […]
Top 10 Dog Safety Tips for Summer and Hot Weather
Beat the summer heat on a warm and sunny day. Follow these top 10 tips for keeping your dog safe on a hot day! 1. Don’t leave your dog in the car on a hot day Leaving a dog in the car on a hot day can be fatal. Temperatures rise quickly in cars and the […]
Puppy Training: Finding The Right Dog Trainer For Your Dog
Puppy training can be a difficult process, but it doesn’t mean you cannot train your puppy to be well behaved. Finding the right dog trainer for your puppy is job #1! First I highly recommend finding a good dog trainer in the Saratoga, Queensbury, Clifton Park, Latham, Schenectady NY area and sign up for obedience classes. […]
Naming Your Puppy: Choosing The Perfect Puppy Name
Naming your puppy is an exercise in fun, but it’s also a big decision! Choosing the perfect puppy name for your newest family member can take some thought and planning. Here are a few suggestions when picking a name for your puppy that will suit him or her from puppyhood on: Length: The fewer syllables in your dogs name […]
May 2013 Saratoga County Animal Shelter Dogs
If your interested in any of these sweet pups please contact the Saratoga County Animal Shelter at 518-885-4113 or visit their website www.saratogacountyanimalshelter.net. Photos by: Heather Bohm-Tallman Photography Cal – Hello my name is Cal. I am a 3 year old neutered Boxer/Pitbull Mix. I need a special home. I have to be the only animal in […]
Treats And Dog / Puppy Training
If there’s one thing most dogs love it’s food. Treats and dog training go hand in hand. When used properly, food can greatly speed up the training and learning process. Follow these simple recommendations below when training your dog with food. 1. When training your dog or puppy find a food that they can identify with training time. […]
Puppies and Chewing – Puppy Chewing Prevention Tips!
For all dogs – including puppies – chewing is a normal habit that can obviously become a problem once they start getting into things they shouldn’t. Below are some suggestions to puppy chewing prevention. Give your puppy enough exercise – tired puppies get into less trouble. Encourage appropriate chewing – Give them bones or chew toys to help with teething. […]