Dogs have an amazing sense of smell. Not only do they sniff out pizza crumbs and illness, but did you know that they also use their 300 million scent receptors to keep track of time? Imagine this: You are walking your dog, and he has his nose buried in the grass. He is working as a detective every time he stops to get a good sniff. He's tracking where that rabbit has been, when the cat came through, and how much food the squirrel was carrying. Dogs do this by following where

When you’re in quarantine for 10 or more days, how can you keep your dog entertained? There is nothing worse than seeing your furry loved one depressed on the couch and staring out the window enviously at the squirrels. Especially when you can’t go for a socially distanced walk. Many dog families have access to a yard for playful romps, but if you’re like millions of us that live in an apartment, condo, or townhouse, this isn’t an option. Here are twelve quarantine tested ide

Cats are amazing predators and really enjoy hunting. They are literally made for it. When unchecked, their insatiable desire to chase and kill prey can have a large environmental impact. Some studies have shown that in the United States alone, 2.4 million birds per year die at the “hands” of the feline hunter. To protect my neighborhood ecosystem, and to keep my cats safe, I choose to raise them indoors. There are many ways to adapt your home environment to allow your cats to

As a dog walker and small business owner, I can be pretty nosy. I want to know what dog owners are thinking, talking about, etc. It’s how I stay relevant and provide the services that people want before they know they want them. The other day I was at the dog park, eavesdropping shamelessly, and overheard a conversation between a couple. They were discussing the other dogs at the park, when the husband/boyfriend of the couple said, “You know, the collar makes the dog.” Let th