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Rainy Day Essentials For Your Dog in Chesterton & Valparaiso
We all know the saying, "April showers bring May flowers!" The rain is coming, and it's only a matter of time before we experience torrential downpours here in Chesterson and Valparaiso. Some of our pups love water, while others cannot stand getting wet. For our dogs...
How to Prevent Fleas, Ticks and Heartworm in Dogs
As Spring is approaching quickly, the warm weather brings about plenty of sun, blooming flowers and insects. If you are a new or current pet parent, getting your dog on flea/tick and heartworm treatment should be at the forefront of your mind before the warm weather...
Top Places to Walk Your Dog in Valparaiso
Walking your dog to give them daily exercise is an integral part of maintaining their overall health. Consistent walks help to keep your dog’s weight under control and allow your dog to stimulate their minds as you explore different areas and paths. If you are going...
Is it the Right Time for a New Pet?
Gift-giving season is here. Every holiday season people buy their loved ones presents that come complete with a wagging tail – a new pet. Nothing warms the heart more than a furry or perhaps feathered, family member looking at us with adoration. As responsible pet...
How Can I Help My Dog Become Comfortable in Crowds?
The holidays are here! That means many of us will have friends and family in our homes. The festivities may not be as big as before COVID, but a lot of people will still be connecting with loved ones on a small scale. Crowds of any kind can be unsettling and/or...
What Kinds of Competitions Can I Do With My Dog?
A lot of humans and animals have been bored during quarantine. Sitting around the house all day is not good for humans or pets. Competing with your canine sidekick is a great way to get out of the house and improve the bond between you two. Most people are aware of...
What is the Raw Diet and How Does it Work?
What is the Raw Diet? The raw diet is the practice of feeding dogs raw meat and bones. It is also known as the B.A.R.F. diet, which stands for Biologically Appropriate Raw Food. This diet is controversial and it is up to the individual pet owner to decide what is best...
Warning Signs and What to do About Pet Anxiety
A few months ago I was on the road with my fiancée, her sister and their two dogs. We made the mandatory stop at a coffee shop. The girls went inside and I stayed in the car to keep the dogs company. As soon as the girls left the vehicle, the dogs began crying and...
How to Get Great Photos of Your Pets
May is National Photography Month. Now is the perfect time to get out and take some great shots of your favorite fur friends. Cities throughout the country are slowly opening back up, so there is still time to sharpen your photography skills and capture some...
Which Pets Come from Ireland?
St. Patrick’s Day is just around the corner. It is the one day of the year that we all feel a little Irish. But some animal breeds bring the luck of the Irish to the U.S. all year round. So which pet breeds have a shamrock hidden in their paw print? Irish...

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