In 2017, Make a New Year’s Resolution for You and Your Pet!
For most of us, our pets are our family. We treat them with the same kind of loving care that we treat our children. For many, our pets are our children. Unfortunately, while the number of smokers is on the decline, one out of five pet owners smoke. And, while most of us are very […]
Keeping Winter Wonderland Safe for Your Dog
Winter in the Northeast brings lots of changes to our region. Some of them are wonderful – a day inside baking, cuddling up by a cozy fire, sledding with your kids – and, depending on Old Man Winter, snow, ice, sleet and bone-chilling temperatures. Just like humans, dogs need to be prepared to cope with the […]
Pet Safety Tips For The Holidays (Infographic)
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Prevention and Treatment for Separation Anxiety in Dogs
A destructive dog is something many dog owners have experienced at one point or another. Dogs who bark or howl excessively, chew things that don’t belong to them or have frequent accidents inside the house can frustrate any pet parent. Though it may seem like your dog is purposely misbehaving, these symptoms are actually often […]
Hydrotherapy for Dogs: Healing in Water
Hydrotherapy for humans has been around for centuries, and now it’s becoming a popular healing tool for dogs too! More vets are recommending hydrotherapy for dogs as an effective way to help treat joint disease, rehabilitate dogs after surgery, and help obese dogs lose weight. Many owners are using water therapy for dogs as an […]
Eight Ways to Prevent Dog Theft
There is no question that dogs are no longer “just an animal” to most families. These furry family members have moved from the backyard into our homes and our beds. Unfortunately, this incredible bond is at risk from people who see an opportunity to make a quick buck by stealing and reselling your family pet […]
Spring Run Trail: Dog Friendly Walking or Running Trail in Saratoga Springs, NY!
While there are plenty of dog parks and dog walking trails in Saratoga Springs, Spring Run Trail is unique with its remarkable history and scenery. It is a one-mile paved trail on an old railroad bed surrounded by beautiful woods and wetlands. During the spring, summer, and fall, you will enjoy the pleasant bridges and […]
New Leadership for Friends of the Saratoga County Animal Shelter
Friends of the Saratoga County Animal Shelter, a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit group founded in 2008 and dedicated to the health and well-being of county shelter animals, named Jennifer McDonald and Donna Connor as the new president and vice-president of this volunteer organization. Both women care deeply about the county shelter animals, have experience as […]
How to License Your Dog In and Around Saratoga County
Whether you live in the city or the country, you are required by law to get a license for your dog. Licenses need to be renewed annually and dogs do not need to be licensed until they are four months old. If your dog bothers the neighbors, is lost, stolen, or nabbed by animal control or bites […]
Save a Life by Fostering a Dog in Saratoga Springs!
Fostering a dog in Saratoga Springs, or anywhere for that matter, means you are providing a safe haven for a dog on his way to a secure forever home. You will have the unique opportunity to provide a warm environment to a dog in need, and to show them what it means to be loved. […]