Seasonal

Pumpkin Biscuits for Halloween!

On Halloween, many dogs will be trick-or-treating along with their people. Remember to keep your dog away from the candy – especially the chocolate, which can be toxic to dogs (See our previous post about Halloween safety.)  But no need to leave canine friends out of the fun. Here is a simple recipe for Peanut Butter Pumpkins that you can share with your favorite trick-or-treating dogs.
Peanut Butter Pumpkins
Ingredients:
1 cup oat flour
1/2 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup peanut butter
(Can substitute with almond butter)
1 tsp baking powder
1 cup water

Directions: Preheat oven tp 325 degrees. Combine oat flour, rolled oats, and baking powder in a  large mixing bowl. Add the peanut butter and water. Mix the ingredients together untils dough forms. Roll the dough into 1/4″ thickness. Cut into Halloween shapes. (pumpkins, witches, bats, ghosts, etc.)  Bake for 40 minutes.
Two dogs with a bike rider

Enjoying our National Parks with Your Dog

Summer calls for outdoor vacations, often including our four-footed best friends. If your vacation plans include visiting any of our 59 scenic National Parks with your dog, planning ahead and knowing the regulations before you leave will make the experience more enjoyable for you and your pooch.
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Dachshund on boat

Reading Resources for the Dog Days of Summer

The Dog Days of Summer are nearly upon us. They are considered the hottest, most sultry days of the year. They received their name from the Romans who marked their beginning each year when Sirius, the brightest star in the constellation Canis Major (Big Dog) rose in the east with the sun. By tradition, they last 40 days. Currently The Old Farmer’s Almanac lists their start in the Northern Hemisphere on July 3 and their end as August 11.

Webster says the dog days are a period of inactivity. Why not take advantage of these days of natural lassitude to curl up, your dog at your feet, and read a good book—or even a few good books? In light of the season, we have a few suggestions of books for our dog-loving friends.
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Fido and Fireworks

With 4th of July preparations underway, we thought it would be a good idea to re-post excerpts from some previous 4th of July articles.  Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July!

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