This weeks Wisdom Wednesday is all about doggie PT! Our very own Hershey had surgery to correct both of his knees a couple of years ago, and he still needs physical therapy to strengthen his leg muscles and continue working on his knee. He gets daily massages and...
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Wisdom Wednesday – At Home Euthanasia
Question from Anonymous - "I have a 17 year old schnauzer mix that gets upset everytime we go to the vet. He starts to tremble and pant and is extremely anxious the entire time. I know he is getting closer to being let go, but i can't imagine taking him to be let go...
Wisdom Wednesday – Safety tips for senior dogs and heat intolerance!
From Rick and Anita: We adopted Frick three years ago and he didn't have a problem with heat at that time. Now that he is 13 it appears he may have a heat tolerance issue. We've been reading about "brachycephalic" but he hasn't been officially diagnosed. Do you have...
Wisdom Wednesday – Paw Licking!
Question From Ellen: "My Pip is a 10 yr old doxie chihuahua mix. He is already taking Apoquel daily and Cytopoint shots every 4-5 weeks. Unfortunately, recently he has started licking his paws even with his medicine. Any ideas that I should be checking out to help him...
Wisdom Wednesday Special – Managing Meiko’s Diabetes
Caring for a diabetic dog can feel overwhelming at first, but with the right tools and routine, it becomes second nature! Our sweet pup, Meiko, is a great example of how a well-managed diabetes plan can help a dog live a happy and fulfilling life. Here are some of the...
Wisdom Wednesday – “When to let your pet go?”
Our question for Wisdom Wednesday comes from Anita. My husband and I have a 12-year-old pitty who has been diagnosed with doggy dementia. He eats and does his business outside just fine. However, he tends to wander and loses his balance more often than when we first...
Wisdom Wednesday’s
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Recurring Donations with Zelle
To Support House with a Heart on a Monthly Basis, House with a Heart has a Zelle account and depending on your bank, it may offer you the option to setup a recurring donation to House with a Heart. Our Zelle email is [email protected] How to Set Up Recurring Zelle...
New Year, New Pet?
Is 2025 the year you’ve decided to adopt a new best friend? There is nothing better than adding a furry member to the family. But with all the joys of being a new pet parent, comes a lot of responsibility. From pet health and pet food, to vaccinations and training,...
Feeding your Pet at Thanksgiving
Feeding your Pet at Thanksgiving During this special time of year, it’s always a temptation to give our pets some extra treats as we enjoy some of our favorite holiday food. Just remember, while some human food is safe for pets, other foods that we enjoy can be toxic...