by OLK9Alex | Aug 28, 2018 | Albany Dog Trainer
Too Much Heat and the Dog Days of Summer The summer weather here in Upstate New York and New England can be deadly for our pooches and other four-legged friends if precautions are not taken. In Part 2 of a two-part series titled Keep Your Dog Cool This Summer; Heat...
by OLK9Alex | Aug 28, 2018 | Albany Dog Trainer
When the End is Near I had a tortoiseshell cat named “Koko” who was the most precious friend that ever came into my life. From the moment I adopted her until the dreaded day more than 18 years later when I had to say good-bye she was my cherished pet soulmate. Even...
by OLK9Alex | Aug 28, 2018 | Albany Dog Trainer
Jingle Bells song by Pooches was Groundbreaking You either love it or hate it. There’s really no in-between. I’m referring to the classic holiday version of Jingle Bells that was first performed more than five decades ago by what sounds like a pack of...
by OLK9Alex | Aug 28, 2018 | Albany Dog Trainer
People Food for Pooch in a Pinch Is it ever a good idea to feed your dog the same food you eat? Suppose, for whatever reason, you find yourself home alone with your pooch and there’s no dog food to be found. Chances are, living in Upstate New York ‘ s Capital...
by OLK9Alex | Aug 28, 2018 | Albany Dog Trainer
The Right Way to Check Your Dog for Ticks As mentioned last week, the arrival of Autumn and its accompanying cool days and nights is not a deterrent for ticks and other outdoor pests. Ticks are not going into hibernation. In fact, according to a study from...
by OLK9Alex | Aug 28, 2018 | Albany Dog Trainer
What Every Dog Owner Should Know About Heartworm Disease As a pet parent you want to protect your pooch (and kitty) from all the scary diseases that are out there. Pets residing in Upstate New York, the Capital District, Albany and Saratoga need to be safeguarded...
