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Traveling? Try One of These Dog-Friendly Cities

With the school year ending soon and summer vacations ahead of us, many people will be packing up the car and piling in their pets for some sun and fun. Looking for a vacation destination that will be just as great for Fido as it is for you? Check out DogWatch’s list of pet-friendly cities for some awesome options. From off-leash dog parks to doggie-friendly dining and public transportation, these cities have it all!
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Tackling Ticks

With the mild winter that most of the country experienced, and the warmer temps that are already upon us, it’s shaping up to be an epic spring and summer for ticks. At DogWatch Hidden Fences, we have already heard about multiple pets and people in our network having to go to the doctor for tick bites this week alone, so we thought now would be a good time to re-run an oldie but goodie on all things tick-related. This video will show you  how to recognize and remove ticks from your furry friend.

From all of us at DogWatch, we hope you have a tick-free season and enjoy the beautiful weather ahead of us!

 

Digital Dogs: Woofin’ it up on the Web

Some dogs have something to say, and they’re not going to let silly things like the inability to “speak” or lack of opposable thumbs keep them from doing it. These pups have taken the Internet by storm, regaling their followers with humorous stories, tales of their days, and photos that just make you say “Aw!” They are the digital dogs, and these are some of our favorites.


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Great Apps for On-the-Go Dog Owners

Now that May is here and the weather’s getting warmer, both we and our four-legged friends are out and about far more often, which also means we’re away from our primary source of information: our computers. However, with today’s technology, no computer is no problem! Here are some helpful apps for iPhone, iPad, and Android that will make sure that out of the house doesn’t mean out of touch.

Pet First AidPet First Aid

None of us want to think about our pet being injured or having a medical emergency, but unfortunately, it does happen. The Pet First Aid app aims to help in these situations. It provides videos, articles, and illustrations on first aid and triage for common medical emergencies for both cats and dogs, and covers everything from cuts and bee stings to CPR and bandaging. The iOS version also allows you to record your pet’s vital medical information and veterinary info so you’re always on top of his medical needs. $3.99 for iOS; $2.99 for Android (Android version only contains First Aid information; updates are expected which will allow the ability to track medical stats)
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