Pet Digest

1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 Day 14: Holiday Guests & Pet Manners — Boundaries, Safety & Happy Greetings Having guests over during the holidays is joyful, but it’s an environment where boundaries matter for everyone’s safety and comfort. This post covers preparing your dog, teaching polite greetings, and tips for kids around pets. 🏡 Clear Boundaries Designate where your dog can greet guests and where they should not go (e.g., kitchen during serving). Use baby gates or closed doors to limit access when needed. 👋 Teaching Polite Greetings Ask guests to ignore dogs until the dog sits calmly—reward calm approaches. Practice “sit” and “place” in short sessions before gatherings. 👶 Kids & Dogs ...

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 🎄 Day 7 – Healthy Holiday Eating: How to Keep Both You and Your Dog Feeling Merry (Not Miserable) The holidays are filled with food, laughter, and temptation — for both humans *and* dogs. From rich meals to endless snacks, it’s easy for everyone in the house to overdo it. But the truth is, what we eat (and feed) this season can make the difference between a joyful celebration and a night of tummy aches. Let’s compare how you and your dog can both enjoy a balanced, happy holiday without feeling sluggish, bloated, or regretful. 🍽️ Humans vs. Dogs: Holiday Health Tips Side-by-Side 🎅 Humans: How to Avoid the Holiday Food Hangover Don’t skip breakfast. Skipping meals to “save calories” backfires — you’ll eat faster and more later. Watch portion size...

  Dog Treats I’ve Actually Tried (And Why I Suggest You Try Them Too) Working in a pet store, surrounded by all sorts of dog treats, it’s easy to get curious. Some treats are clearly made for dogs only, others? Well, let’s just say humans aren’t missing out. Over the years, I’ve tried several dog treats myself—and some even ended up as unintentional human snacks. Here’s a roundup of my favorites (and funny mishaps) that I genuinely recommend. Three Dog Bakery: Mini Cremes These were little gems—think Oreo, but healthier. Sadly, the mini versions have been discontinued, though the full-sized cookies are still available. Funny story: my son once took a bag of Mini Cremes to kindergarten and ate them at lunch. Cue a call from the school about my child eating dog treats. My response? “Check the ingredients and try one. If there’s still a problem, call me back.” Spoiler: they never did. When Three Dog Bakery launched their peanut butter-stuffed pretzel bites, my daughter devoured th...

Smart Dog Food Storage: Keeping Every Bite Fresh, Safe, and Nutritious When it comes to your dog’s nutrition, it’s not just what you feed — it’s also how you store it. Even the highest-quality kibble, raw diet, or freeze-dried food can lose nutrients, flavor, and safety if not stored correctly. Proper storage keeps your dog’s food fresh, prevents bacteria and mold growth, and helps your pet enjoy every meal as it was meant to be. --- Why Dog Food Storage Matters Dog food contains fats, proteins, and vitamins that can spoil or degrade over time. When exposed to air, light, or moisture, kibble can go rancid, raw foods can harbor bacteria, and even canned food can lose quality after opening. Poor storage doesn’t just mean your dog’s food smells “off” — it can affect your dog’s digestion, energy, and overall health. --- Dry Food (Kibble) Storage Tips ✅ Keep it in its original bag. The original packaging is designed to block air and light while providing important information like lot numbe...