Dog Care

While some ticks remain active during the winter, most types of ticks spend the colder months in a state of inactivity, circling the warmer days of spring on the calendar as their time to emerge and get back to their pesky ways. For dog owners, ticks are an unavoidable part of life; this is especially true if you spend long periods outdoors. Ticks can carry a host of diseases that are easily transmittable to your dog, so it’s important to know what to look for.

The staff at DogWatch® Hidden Fences has a lot of experience with ticks, both from our customers and our own dogs. Here is how you can safely identify and remove them, avoid them in the future, and keep you and your pup safe.

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Holidays are a time of gatherings that often include good times, good food, and adult beverages. However, those adult beverages can be downright dangerous to your four-legged family members. 

Whether it’s the alcohol or sugar content, ingestion can put your pet in immediate danger or cause long-term damage. Here’s how to keep your pet safe during festivities and what to watch for if they get into something they shouldn’t.

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You love gardening. You love dogs. Gardening plus dogs, however, is not always a winning combination. In addition to our 8-step Dog-Friendly Gardening Checklist, we’ve compiled a list of pet-safe plants for your spring garden, and some plants to avoid. Check it out, and share photos of your garden and your dogs on our Facebook page!  Read post »

The first recorded dog biscuit was made, by accident, in England during the early 19th century. James Spratt, an American, visited London on business in 1860 and noticed the locals fed their pet dogs leftover biscuits. Soon after, he developed the first dog biscuits from a wheat meal, various meat products, and vegetables. 

James’ company, Spratts, was founded soon after and began developing dog biscuits on an industrial scale for worldwide distribution. Those first biscuits were endearingly named “Meat Fibrine Dog Cakes”. And, while the title was on the proverbial nose, dogs loved them, and they became a massive hit. 

Fast forward 150 years, and dog biscuits and treats come in all shapes, sizes, and flavors. You can buy training treats, meal toppers, reward treats, and even puppy birthday cakes! Many pet owners will splurge for high-end goodies, knowing their dog deserves the best. However, dog biscuits are easy to make right at home and require few ingredients.

Here are some recipes that will allow you to make your pup a special treat, complete with a hefty serving of love!

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