On a regular basis, I look at ingredient labels on pet treats. As I read the ingredients, I say yes or no to each ingredient that I do or do not like. I did a lot of research, since I”m not a professional baker, to see if I could make some homemade pet treats without […]
Doing a liver detox or gentle liver cleanse is one of the most important things we can do for our health. I do this myself, with my dog and did it with a client’s dog who “runs hot.” In this blog, I give you several options to help gently detox your pet’s liver with “drinks,” […]
What do coffee makers have to do with dogs since coffee should not be given to dogs? I’m sure some owners may say they NEED their coffee in the morning before taking their dog for a walk. However, the purpose of this article is to reveal some hidden dangers of your coffee maker that you […]
In part 1 of natural remedies to shrink lipomas, I discuss some alternative treatments for dog lipomas such as a few supplements that will stop lipoma growth, herbal remedies that can help shrink fatty masses, possible causes of lipomas and why you may NOT want to have surgery to remove benign tumors. In part two […]
My oven stopped working recently which resulted in my need for a new “toaster oven.” I know there are differences between toaster ovens and convection ovens but let’s face facts, many people still refer to it as a toaster oven. I know I call it a toaster oven. Sometimes once you get used to calling […]
Are your Christmas decorations safe for your pet(s)? The decorations that make Christmas so festive can pose a danger to your pet. Besides ingesting or getting tangled in some decorations, pets go missing more often because doors are being left open or pets slip past visitors. A few precautionary steps can help ring in the […]
Tips for a safe and stress free “howloween” Halloween is a fun-filled holiday for children and adults; however the constant knocking at the door, scary decorations & silly costumes can be stressful, frightening and even dangerous for dogs and cats. Following some simple tips will keep your pets safe and stress-free on Halloween. 1) For […]
Originally published Oct. 2008, reposted Oct. 2012 Pet Disaster Plan For many Californians’ natural disasters such as earthquakes and fires are realities. In July 2008, So Cal was rocked by the 5.4 Chino Hills earthquake and who can forget the 2010 Mexicali 7.2 earthquake. Each October California has the Great ShakeOut, a drill geared toward […]
Preparing your pet for 4th of July For many people nothing beats a 4th of July cookout with friends and family. While your pet is part of the family, the reality is this could be a potentially hazardous day for your pets to be part of the festivities. Your San Marcos dog walker wants to […]
Originally published May 2009, reposted June 2012 As a passionate pet parent, dog walker and pet sitter, I thought I knew everything I needed to know about fleas. For several years I have successfully treated my dog with natural products and methods to keep fleas away. If I find a few on my dog it […]
