According to Dogs Naturally Magazine, 60% of vets are vaccinating more than three times more often than their associations recommend. And thousands more are vaccinating less often than that, but still more often than the associations recommend. They’ve developed a comprehensive guide to help protect your dog from over-vaccination. This guide will show you: The breakthrough research that can save your …
Storing Dry Pet Food
Dogs Naturally Magazine published a very informative article about how and how not to store dry pet foods that we definitely feel is worth sharing. To start, the expert in the article advises a bag of kibble, once opened retains the full nutritional value for TWO WEEKS, TOPS, thanks to the oxidation process. Tips On How To Enhance The Life Of …
12 Things Humans Do That Annoy Dogs
We’d all have to admit that at some time our dogs have done something to embarrass or annoy us. So, we just couldn’t resist sharing this reciprocal view published by moderndog on things we humans do to annoy our dogs. Are you guilty of any of these dog crimes? By Steve Duno | Illustration by Kim Smith Despite our love …
Deborah Pack – Friend of Those With Four Paws
Stanley, the English Bulldog, is slated to have his surgery this month to correct damage to his sinus area and his teeth, caused by a bilateral cleft pallet. Deborah Pack and her family have given a home to Stanley and his sibling Ollie (who is deaf) so that they could be given all the care they need during their lifetime. …
Why LID Diets May Be Your Pets’ Best Friend
Many times a week we are visited by pet owners, concerned about their pooches various health issues. The most common ailments consist of paw chewing and licking, skin rashes and hair loss, gut issues, diarrhea, vomiting, gas and yeast overgrowth. These symptoms may be caused by a number of things, but diet is always one concern. Here we will discuss …
Compassion for Pets
Thanks to our very generous distributor, ADMC, and their animal welfare foundation, Compassion for Pets, Four Paws Pantry and Spa has been able to donate $1,090 so far this year. The foundation donates dollars to the animal charity of our choice based on our level of spending with ADMC! We are happy to spend, spend, spend! We have chosen Missouri German Shepherd …
Got a Skunky Dog?
Come in and get de-skunked! Our special Hydrogen Peroxide mixture works great on getting rid of the odor. Caution, please do not bathe or rinse off your pooch prior to bringing them in as that just spreads the stinky stuff everywhere and the mixture won’t be as effective). Already bathed your stinky dog? Come in anyway. A product called One …
Tips for Your New BuddyRest Bed
Most dogs will fall in love with the super soft blissful comfort of their new BuddyRest bed right away. However, just like a new mattress for yourself, there can be an acclimation period for your animal when they get their new bed. Memory foam can be a little strange at first and it can take a few nights to a …
What to Do If You See a Pet Left Out in the Cold
Cold weather can be deadly for pets. Without food, water and shelter they are at risk of hypothermia, frostbite and even death. Report any neglected animals to local law enforcement agencies. Read this article from the Humane Society to learn more about what you can do if you are concerned about a pet left out in the cold. You can …
Everything Old is New Again
By Debra Manfield, Owner A new year often signals new and exciting things. It’s a time when we look to introduce new products to the store, add new services and learn new things. But sometimes, in our haste to embrace the new, we overlook some oldies. Take for instance the Carna4 product, Flora4, brought in as a supplement. Made from …