How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight without sacrificing the treats
How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight without sacrificing the treats Has your dog become a little more rotund over the years? Does your pet have more of a waddle than a spring in his step? You’re not alone. Approximately 54% of pets in this country are overweight or obese. Why? In large part, it is because we relate to our pets via food. We give them food to comfort them, to bond with them, and to reward them. Over time, this love-in-the-form-of-calories adds up until our pets carry far more “padding” than is good for them. Being overweight can...
Thinking Positively About Dog Training with Victoria Stilwell
Thinking Positively About Dog Training with Victoria Stilwell I’m thrilled Victoria Stilwell took the time to chat with me since she is extremely busy with all of her projects. The charming English trainer is the star of Animal Planet’s “It’s Me or the Dog,” CEO of Victoria Stilwell Positively Dog Training, editor-in-chief of Positively.com, author of numerous best-selling books, including “Train Your Dog Positively,” and founder of the nonprofit Victoria Stilwell Foundation, which provides financial assistance and canine behavior expertise to assistance dog organizations and smaller rescue shelters. Victoria is passionate about spreading the word about the value of positive...
It’s an Emergency! What to Pack in an Evacuation Kit for Your Dog
It’s an Emergency! What to Pack in an Evacuation Kit for Your Dog Wildfires, hurricanes, tsunamis, Winter Storms, Polar Vortex's or perhaps the zombie apocalypse . . . whatever the reason for abandoning one’s home, it’s a good idea to have an emergency kit ready with some essentials. People typically have a pre-packed bag for themselves, but far fewer have one for their furry family members. Here are some items that I recommend having handy: 1. Spare collar and leash. Preferably with a tag containing your dog’s name and your contact info. 2. A familiar toy and/or blanket. Evacuations are...
Winter Weather Safety Tips For Your Dog
Winter Weather Safety Tips for Your Puppin As I write this from my home in Wisconsin, Old Man Winter has paid us a quite a visit this year. The leaves are now gone from the trees, a Huge blanket of snow has descended upon us, and the thermometer reading has taken a big leap towards “brrrrrrr.” So now that the season has officially changed, what can you do to make sure your dog stays healthy and safe all season long? Check Those Frosty Paws After a brisk walk outdoors, make sure to check your dog’s feet. On icy surfaces, ice...
EASY HOMEMADE DOG TREATS
EASY HOMEMADE DOG TREATS FROZEN PEANUT BUTTER BANANA BOMBS Although summer is almost over they heat is still in full effect for most people, And what's better on a hot day than a frozen treat! We here at SitStay have been experimenting with a few recipes for easy homemade dog treats that are frozen and perfect for those hot summer days. The first one we want to share is our peanut butter banana bombs made with coconut, Banana, and Peanut Butter, they are super easy so you can get the kids involved and the prep time is 10 minutes...