Linda Lou, blog dog here. Show of paws, who is ready for spring? Who is sick of this weather causing slippery sidewalks and frosty toes? My backyard is like a chihuahua skating rink. While the warm, sun-filled days that melt the snow are a lovely sight to behold (and bake our little doggy bodies in)
The common belief is that fleas, ticks and mosquitoes are only threats to ourselves and to our pets in the warmer months. While there is some truth to that thought, those pesky little buggers aren’t only a nuisance in the summer. Depending on the weather, our pets may benefit from using flea/tick and heartworm preventatives
? Allow 5 minutes to read. We’re all familiar with the well-known “use it or lose it” rule with regards to our mental health. Experts say that the best way to keep the mind sharp as we age is to consistently stimulate our brains. When we stop engaging various thought processes like problem-solving, our brains
We know that as Minnesotans we’re supposed to be tough during these colder months… but can we just say that it’s darn cold outside! ?Don’t get us wrong, we can handle it. We’re bundled up in our warmest winter jackets and boots, avoiding going outside unless it involves work or the grocery store, and letting our
Alright folks, keep it together. Christmas is only 2 days away (!!!) and we’re pretty sure nobody is prepared. Try not to stress — everyone else is in the same boat as you, and Christmas will come whether you mark everything off your checklist or not. There is one thing on that list though that
Only 5 more days before stockings are stuffed and gifts under the tree are ready to be opened! ??If you’re anything like us, you haven’t even finished your holiday shopping, much less wrapped presents yet. Not to worry, you still have 120 hours to work with! When the time comes to sit down and pound out
7 days until Christmas! ☃️Has it sunk in yet?? In just one week, Santa will have arrived, discarded wrapping paper and ribbons will be littering the floors of your home, and (if you’re like us) you’ll be frantically trying to put the finishing touches on everything before guests arrive. Christmas is a wonderful, magical day of
8 days until Christmas! As we mentioned yesterday, we are going to post each day about a common holiday item that could be dangerous to your pets. Our first post discussed chocolate toxicity. Today we’d like to share some information about Christmas trees and tree preservatives. *Allow 3-5 minutes to read the full post. From
Poinsettia season is here! Dogs and cats beware? Many of us have heard that poinsettias are poisonous to dogs and cats. Truth be told, these popular holiday plants are only slightly toxic to animals. That being said, there are other popular winter plants that are considered dangerous to pets. Read on for more information about
Driveways and sidewalks are icy! ?Have you laid out salt yet? Rock salt and other de-icing compounds are great for melting that slippery ice that is hazardous to anyone walking, but they can also be dangerous for pets. In today’s post, we are going to highlight the risks of salt on driveways and sidewalks and discuss
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