Canine Fitness Starts with a Healthy Diet Dogs are active creatures by nature. While we may witness them snoozing throughout the day at home, they really come alive when they get the chance to run, fetch, swim, chase, and play! Healthy activity–both physical and mental–is an important component of your dog’s overall fitness, and your dog needs a dose of healthy energy to make the most of their activity time. April is Canine Fitness Month, and it’s a great time to make sure your dog is getting the fuel they need to lead an active lifestyle. Just like you need healthy foods to prepare for a gym ..read more

Meet Sugar If you follow us on social media, you’ve probably seen Sugar stopping by our stand on farmers market days. Sugar is a very special dog, and we consider ourselves lucky to have met her and her human, Kimberly. Despite her health issues, Sugar is the friendliest, happiest dog with all the love in the world to give. The following is her story, as written by her human. ——— My mother got Sugar from Seminole County Animal Services in 2012 after losing both of her black labs to cancer. She was told Sugar was given her name because of her sweet disposition. My mother always said Sugar seem ..read more

September is Responsible Dog Ownership Month Simply put, owning a dog is a joy. Once you welcome a dog to your family, you can look forward to days filled with sloppy kisses, adventures in the park, and warm snuggles. But dog ownership is more than just fun and games–it’s a responsibility, too. Just like caring for any other animal, or even a child, it’s your responsibility to ensure that your dog is fed properly, exercised, and in good health at all times.  Unfortunately, not all pet parents practice responsible pet ownership. For example, many animal shelters say that they receive the ..read more

Vet Checkups Can Be Difficult, but They’re Important It’s rare to hear about a dog that loves going to the vet. New animal smells, unfamiliar people, poking, prodding, and injections can all contribute to a stressful and sometimes scary experience for any dog. They’re equally as likely to cause some anxiety for dog parents as we attempt to soothe our fretful furry friends with hugs and healthy dog treats. Despite the hassle, however, regular vet checkups are critical in maintaining our dogs’ health and wellness. If you and your dog find yourselves frazzled when it comes time for a vet appointm ..read more

Your Dog is the Perfect At-Home Coworker If you’re one of the many people who work from home, you know how special it is to have your dog by your side while you complete your daily tasks. Although occasionally distracting, dogs are great coworkers: They offer you a source of comfort and support when you’re stressed, they encourage you to take regular breaks away from your desk, and they never have an issue with what you have for lunch. Your dog appreciates your constant companionship, too! You know they’d never pass up the opportunity to spend more time with you (and all those extra belly rub ..read more

Enjoy the Dog Days of Summer With Your Dog Taking a road trip is the quintessential summer vacation. You load up the car with necessities, a handful of snacks, and a map (or just your smartphone nowadays), and you find adventure wherever the road takes you. Want to know what makes a road trip even better? Taking your dog with you! Your dog can be the ultimate adventure partner when you’re ready to hit the road. Whether you’re hiking and camping or you’d rather stay somewhere with room service, Central Florida is home to plenty of awesome destinations that you and your dog can enjoy together ..read more

More Than Just a Beauty Treatment There’s no way around it–dogs tend to get stinky sometimes. Between all the slobbery kisses, messy treats, and rolling around in dirt and mud outside, our dogs can get downright dirty over time. While you shouldn’t bathe your dog as often as you bathe yourself–experts recommend one weekly bath at the maximum unless otherwise directed by a vet–regularly shampooing and brushing your dogs can help keep the odors at bay. But did you know that regular grooming is an important part of your dogs’ overall health? While you can invest in professional grooming, which is ..read more

Curiosity Gave the Dog an Upset Stomach Dogs are naturally curious creatures. With their incredible sense of smell and innate thirst for adventure, all dogs occasionally find themselves digging up a bit of trouble. We’re guessing you’ve had to tell your dog to “drop it” at least once during your companionship. While some dogs quickly learn their lesson after destroying only one pair of shoes, other dogs may continue this behavior well into adulthood.  It may be hard for us to understand this kind of behavior. Socks and rocks can’t really be that tasty, can they? But if you notice your dog ..read more

We Love Our Weekend Farmers Markets Every weekend, we set up our tents at three of the most wonderful farmers markets in Central Florida. For us, these market weekends are a treat: we get to be outside in beautiful park settings, meet new people, and offer tasty treat samples to the happy pups that join their parents. We’re lucky to have so many great dog-friendly events in Orlando, and we know that you dog moms and dads feel the same! As responsible pet parents, it’s important to make sure your dogs are on their best behavior at the farmers’ market to ensure a fun time for all attendees. Here ..read more

Who Doesn’t Love Dog Paws? No one can deny just how precious dog paws are. Long-haired or short, fluffy or sleek, each dog’s paw is unique and beautiful. But dog paws aren’t just there for our admiration; your dog’s paws are important for your dog’s overall quality of life, as they allow your dog to walk, run, play, jump, and perform tricks. They even assist with temperature regulation, stability, and protection.  Here’s the thing: since most dogs generally don’t wear shoes outside, their feet are exposed to many more irritants and potentially harmful obstacles than our own feet. Whether ..read more