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How to Properly Manage a Dog’s Cut Paw Pad

How to Properly Manage a Dog’s Cut Paw Pad

Bullies are helpful! We’re having quite a summer. We were on a hike in a FOREST, and Herschel ended up walking on something that cut his paw pad in half. It was a nightmare. I have literally no idea how...

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Research Says Dogs Enjoy the Company of Other Dogs

Research Says Dogs Enjoy the Company of Other Dogs

Yes, ample research supports the fact that dogs enjoy the company of other dogs. I’ve lived with three dogs for a decade and then two dogs for the past five years. I’ve never lived with one dog for over three...

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10 Ways to Protect Your Dog’s Sutures After Surgery

10 Ways to Protect Your Dog’s Sutures After Surgery

Both my dogs had surgery this year! Walter went through an epic lumpectomy, and Herschel just wrapped up two weeks of recovery after his neuter. We are so grateful both of these surgeries are behind us! Having multiple surgeries was...

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A New Way to Help Your Senior Dog Feel Good

A New Way to Help Your Senior Dog Feel Good

This is a guest article from a colleague with Jope and is being contributed by founders Christine Colamonico and Jeremy Adjovi Boco.  A common misconception about aging is that it’s a synonym for fatigue and decreased activity. But did you...

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Tips for Dogs with Kidney Disease

Tips for Dogs with Kidney Disease

Our dog Sherman lived for over a year with kidney disease and eventually died from cancer. However, his kidneys were stable when he passed. I wanted to share some valuable tips I learned as he thrived with renal disease, and...

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Winter hummingbirds in the PNW

Winter hummingbirds in the PNW

The Anna’s Hummingbird stays throughout the winter visiting the Pacific states  I was shocked to look up from my laptop and see a male Anna’s Hummingbird at our Fushia basket in the middle of December, right before the snow returned...

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Travel To Coeur d’Alene, Idaho With Your Dog

Travel To Coeur d’Alene, Idaho With Your Dog

Yes, it is true. The Kardashians also spent their July 4th holiday here in Idaho but we didn’t see them. This city is super pet-friendly! This was probably one of the best trips we’ve taken with the hounds. I’m going...

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Top Benefits of Hydrotherapy for Senior Dogs

Top Benefits of Hydrotherapy for Senior Dogs

Sherman, our almost 15-year-old hound enjoys weekly hydrotherapy sessions! He’s starting to have some trouble getting around. Our CVT coach, Kristin, at Splash Canine Hydrotherapy and Recovery has been working with both hounds for the past two years. Sherman benefits...

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Why Do Dogs Eat Grass? Lessons I’ve Learned…

Why Do Dogs Eat Grass? Lessons I’ve Learned…

Discomfort? Eating a lot in large amounts? Just like the taste? Most vets I’ve asked about eating grass – say generally speaking it’s OK if our dogs eat a little but grass. Today on a hike, Walter couldn’t get enough...

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Natural Doggie Recipes for Bad Breath

Natural Doggie Recipes for Bad Breath

Treats that use natural ingredients (and herbs) can help fight a dog’s bad breath.  Cooking homemade meals for your dogs rather than feeding kibble helps address specific health issues. Fresh ingredients and herbs are used to improve skin conditions, stomach problems,...

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