He may be suffering from Storm Anxiety. We’ve had a series of thunderstorms here in North Texas over the last few weeks that has my poor Willow in a panic. Before I see the rain or hear the thunder, she comes to find me, looking for solace. I’ve learned to trust her and begin “Thunder Protocol” as soon as she begins to show signs of anxiety. If I know in advance, I’ll deploy our Thunder Protocol before the storm comes knocking at the door. If you can prepare your pooch before the storm comes, she’ll handle it much better. Just like when your treating pain, counter measures work better if you ..read more

Here are three things to keep in mind when you take your dog on an outing this summer. The post Get Ready for Summer! first appeared on North Dallas Pet Care ..read more

The weather in North Texas is finally getting cooler. We’ve had some dry sunny days with temperatures in the low 70s just begging to let the dogs out! But if you’re like most people living in a city or the suburbs, letting your dog off leash just isn’t an option. I love to see the pure joy of a dog running free and have a grand adventure, but your city might have leash laws, or your dog might be reactive to other dogs, or maybe you’re just not so sure he’ll come back. Whatever the case may be, I’m here to tell you that there’s a good alternative. When I want to let my dog run & roam, I us ..read more

He may be suffering from Storm Anxiety. We’ve had a series of thunderstorms here in North Texas over the last few weeks that has my poor Willow in a panic. Before I see the rain or hear the thunder, she comes to find me, looking for solace. I’ve learned to trust her and begin “Thunder Protocol” as soon as she begins to show signs of anxiety. If I know in advance, I’ll deploy our Thunder Protocol before the storm comes knocking at the door. If you can prepare your pooch before the storm comes, she’ll handle it much better. Just like when your treating pain, counter measures work better if you ..read more

The weather in North Texas is finally getting cooler. We’ve had some dry sunny days with temperatures in the low 70s just begging to let the dogs out! But if you’re like most people living in a city or the suburbs, letting your dog off leash just isn’t an option. I love to see the pure joy of a dog running free and have a grand adventure, but your city might have leash laws, or your dog might be reactive to other dogs, or maybe you’re just not so sure he’ll come back. Whatever the case may be, I’m here to tell you that there’s a good alternative. When I want to let my dog run & roam, I us ..read more