With a dog that is part Black Lab and part ... well, lots of things, it's important to provide items to chew on, fetch, play with, and snuggle with. I found all those great attributes in the Kong Ballistic dog toys. While my dog, Bailey, only tried the Large Bone, he really seemed to enjoy the fleecy top, the squeakers in both ends, and the challenge to chew into this toy.
When you have a high-energy pup, or even one that just loves food, finding a good treat dispensing dog toy can be a high priority. If you have an aggressive chewer, finding something that withstands some powerful jaws makes finding a dog treat toy that much more difficult. Whether you are looking for a treat toy to satisfy one of the doggie characteristics above, or all three (in my case), you should check out the StarMark Bob-a-Lot.
Some of you may or may not be aware, but February is Dog Dental Month. It is important to understand how critical good dental care for your dog can be. Good dental care benefits your dog's overall health long term. If your dog has any sort of dental disease, it doesn't just affect your dog's mouth.
Without a doubt, love is in the air during this time of year, and we are all running around trying to figure out what to get that special someone for Valentine's Day. There are flowers, candies, stuffed animals, and so much more to choose from for gifts.
With the snow and ice storm we just went through, and more wintry weather predicted to come through, I thought it would be good to discuss some winter strategies to keep your dog in good health.
Kristen Sydelko