Saratoga Dog Lovers Blog


Benefits of Crate Training Your Puppy

What are the benefits of crate training a puppy, you ask? Is crate training necessary? And what is involved in crate training? If you have a puppy, or plan on buying or adopting a puppy in Saratoga Springs NY in the near future, these may be some of the questions you have. Although crate training is not necessary […]

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Tips for Keeping Your Senior Dog Healthy

Just like their humans, dogs experience the physical and mental difficulties of old age, manifesting as arthritis, heart disease, and loss of vision or hearing (just to name a few). Just like we care for our two-legged loved ones when these problems arise, so too, should we attend to our loyal and loving four-legged family […]

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Bella & Lindy Saratoga’s Pet Boutique: Saratoga Dog Lovers Business Spotlight

Saratoga Dog Lovers business spotlight interview with Jill Rodriguez, owner of Bella & Lindy Saratoga’s Pet Boutique! Bella & Lindy Saratoga’s Pet Boutique in Saratoga Springs is a chic boutique for people and their beloved dogs, featuring the latest in people and pooch-sized styles, bags and accessories, and gourmet treats to pamper your favorite four-legged […]

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8 Things to Know About Pet Care

Our desire to heal and maintain our dog’s health and wellness just proves that our pooches are not entities that we own, but adopted members of the family with sparkling souls and unconditional love! With this unconditional love comes a faith and trust in us that we will take care of them. Read below, 8 […]

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How to Stay Fit with a Furry Friend

When it comes to fitness, many of us could benefit from having an accountability partner to help us with motivation.  However, sometimes friends and family members are too busy to help us keep our goals, much less reach them. This is where our furry friends come in handy. If you have a dog, there is […]

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Toxic Foods for Pets

Chocolate, raisins, candy, avocados…these foods may sound delicious to you, but they’re actually quite dangerous for our pets. Please note the following foods that may be toxic to your pet: Alcoholic beverages Artificial sweeteners Apple seeds Apricot pits Avocados Cherry pits Candy (particularly chocolate—which is toxic to dogs, cats, and ferrets—and any candy containing the […]

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Safety Tips for Walking Your Dog at Night

A nighttime walk or jog with your dog (or dogs) in Saratoga Springs NY, is a wonderful time to bond and unwind with one another in the tranquility of the great outdoors! During the winter months, the short days make crisp walks in the dark inevitable. In the summer, mild temperatures and the melodic sound […]

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Winter Pet Safety: De-Icing Tips for Pet Owners

As the Upstate NY area continue to endure snow, sleet and ice, it’s important to remember that four-legged friends require special care during the cold winter months. Before you pull out the de-icer to use on your sidewalk or driveway, consider whether or not the method is actually safe. Many chemical de-icers cause harm to […]

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Do Dog Owners Live Longer?

Do pet owners live longer lives? Studies are showing that dog owners may in fact live longer lives. However, those same studies are beginning to show that dog owners may also live healthier and happier lives as well. There are many benefits to owning a dog. Dogs are non-judgmental, providing their humans with unconditional love. […]

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