dog emergencies

You may have seen stories in the news recently about dogs who suddenly died after swimming in lakes and ponds containing blue-green algae. To avoid a similar tragedy happening to your pet, we’ve compiled the following information about this poisonous algae and what you can do to protect your pets. Read post »

The dog days of summer are here, and no doubt you’ve already made steps to beat the heat. As you turn up the AC and stock up on water, make sure your pets are prepared, too! We’ve created this checklist to help you keep your dog healthy in the summer heat. Read post »

Easter is almost here! Before you put up your pastel decorations, hunt for eggs or dive into your Easter baskets, check out our list of tips to keep your pets safe during the spring holiday fun. The Easter Bunny and all his furry friends will thank you! Read post »

September is National Preparedness Month, which encourages people to take steps to prepare for emergencies. Pet safety is an important part of DogWatch’s mission, so we’re spreading the word!

One important thing you can do today is to create a pet emergency kit that you can quickly grab in the event of an evacuation or other emergency. Here’s a list of items to include in your kit, per this guide from the ASPCA:  Read post »