Summer Holiday Pet Travel Tips AAA projected that nearly 40 million consumers will hit the road this Memorial Day weekend, traveling at least 50 miles away from home. The projected travel volume for the holiday weekend, otherwise known as the unofficial start to...
Just like you, as your dog ages, so do their personality, physical appearance and medical needs. Most changes are gradual and just the usual side effects that come along with growing older. But some can be a sign of a bigger issue. Since our dogs can't tell us what...
BIG NEWS! One of our very special supporters called to share some news with us. If you are 70 1/2 and are now taking the Required Minimum Distribution, (RMD), here is some special information: She said she hopes other people know that they can have their RMD sent...
*Please note: The sanctuary is in the home of our director, Sher, and therefore can not make any commitments beyond what we currently have in terms of residents. We simply can not be part of any estate planning. Many people plan for their retirement by saving money or...
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...
Is sharing a bed with your dog a good idea? Am I spoiling my dog too much if I allow them to sleep in my bed? Will sleeping with my dog keep me awake at night? Is it healthy to share a bed with my dog? According to PetMD, many vets now believe that "sleeping with your...
We have been asked for our recipe for stew for some of our senior dogs: Ground beef cooked with a dash of garlic powder then rinsed off Ground chicken cooked with a dash of garlic powder then rinsed off Add cooked rice as you prefer Mash up a can or more as you prefer...
Where do you turn when you can no longer care for your pet? Sometimes life’s unfortunate or unexpected circumstances mean that your home may not be the best place for your dog anymore. It's not an easy decision and no doubt, you’ve probably spent a lot of timing...
Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks Old dogs can (and should!) learn new tricks! As our pups slow physically with age, we may assume that their mental faculties follow suit- but this doesn’t have to be the case. Old dogs need continued mental stimulation, but the...
Is 2019 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,...