Hot Dog Blog

Getting a new dog comes with a list of responsibilities. At the top of that list is training. If your dog ignores your commands, jumps up on house guests and leads you on walks, the pup probably believes he is the alpha in the pack. To foster a good relationship with your dog and maintain the authority in the relationship, you will want to establish who is in charge right away. Following professional advice, respecting the limits of...

Pet ownership doesn't have to break the bank. While you shouldn't skimp on veterinary care for your furry family member, you can cut costs in other areas. Here are five ways you can love your bundle of joy without having to stress over the price of ownership. Visit the Human Pharmacy If your pet ever needs a prescription, have it filled at your local supermarket. Many big box grocery stores will dispense doggie antibiotics,...

We are all familiar with that wet dog smell. It's not the most pleasant scent in the world, but there are times when it is just plain stinky. If your dog still smells bad after a bath, these tips may help you live a more harmonious life with your pooch. Proper Bathing There are right and wrong ways to bathe your dog. Just spraying him with a hose isn't going to get the job done. The use of proper dog shampoo and following dir...

Our family recently adopted a basset puppy. We named her Ruby Rose (partly because of the gem and the flower but mostly no one could agree on just one name). She is the cutest little thing on four legs and we are all unabashedly smitten. Ruby is the first puppy I’ve had in almost twenty years. Isn’t she cute? When you get a puppy, one of the first things you have to be concerned with is how you are going to contain the little critte...

Dog collars do for dogs what a smart outfit does for people. Like the outfit, a collar expresses the style, funk and temperament of its canine wearer. And to be honest, it also shows off some of the personality of the owner too. Maybe you’ve noticed this, but some dogs are their owner’s furry counterparts! But to get to the meat of the issue here. A truly responsible pet owner doesn’t let their dog go out of the house without a...