CARE FOR THE DOG THAT CARES FOR YOU MON, 28 SEP 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO Aside from your everyday, rambunctious household poodles and shih tzus, there exists a special canine breed: service dogs. Service and guide dogs perform tasks for individuals that need assistance doing routine tasks—service and guide dogs are primarily seen as extensions…
BECOMING A PET-FRIENDLY COMMUNITY: A CHECKLIST FOR PROPERTY-MANAGERS WED, 16 SEP 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO As a property manager, welcoming pets into your community could just be the business boost you’ve been looking for. Over three quarters of renters own pets, and making your community open to four-legged family members could encourage this segment of…
TREATING YOUR DOG FOR SEASONAL ALLERGIES TUE, 08 SEP 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO It’s almost time for crisp air and crunchy leaves, not to mention cooler autumn weather. With the changing of the seasons also comes a perennial downer: allergy season. While you think you may be suffering the worst with watery eyes and constant…
HOUSE TRAINING YOUR PUPPY: ‘DOOS’ AND DON’TS FOR NEW PET PARENTS WED, 26 AUG 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO Bringing home a warm, cuddly new playmate can be a big cause for excitement and joy in any household. A puppy can liven up any room it enters, and put a big smile on the faces of…
BACK TO SCHOOL: 3 TIPS FOR FINDING A DOG-FRIENDLY COLLEGE APARTMENT MON, 17 AUG 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO While most dorms and on-campus housing only allow service animals to reside with students, there are usually plenty of off-campus options catering to young pet parents wishing to bring their furry loved ones along for the college…
4 THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND WHEN TEACHING YOUR DOG TABLE MANNERS TUE, 11 AUG 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO Begging, scratching and jumping can quickly turn a dinner party or family meal into a frustrating event. Many of us might become aggravated and scold dogs, but that will just result in your pup growing afraid…
GET YOUR CAMPGROUND READY FOR SUMMER FUN TUE, 28 JUL 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO Summer is all about the great outdoors, and road trips and camping are always popular summer activities. During this season, campgrounds are bound to see some above-average turnouts and keep very busy. With so many families coming in and out, a…
SUMMER FUN FOR EVERY MEMBER OF THE FAMILY MON, 20 JUL 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO With summer in full swing, it’s the perfect time of year for families to get together and spend time in each other’s company, especially if that means a much-earned vacation. And by family we mean every member of your household,…
PLAN THE PERFECT DOGGY DATE THU, 09 JUL 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO Been really busy lately? Have you been missing out on quality time with your favorite pup? Never fear! Your dog loves you and you love your dog, and now is the perfect time to spend the day just you and your dog, a…
THREE TIPS TO BECOMING A PERFECT PET-OWNING NEIGHBOR THU, 25 JUN 2015 BY LINDA ROSADO Any pet parent knows that living with a dog can be a little bit unpredictable at times. You’ve learned to love the ways in which your dogs choose to assert their personalities in your home, but what about when you’re…