by Marlene Ring | January 7, 2021
As a San Antonio dog training authority, I know most of our dogs don’t get the exercise they need. They usually sleep all day while we’re at work and once we get home, they get a short walk and maybe a little bit of playtime. This might be enough for some dogs, but what about […]
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by Marlene Ring | December 17, 2020
I love Christmas!! Every year my home is ‘over the top’ decorated for the Holidays!! The big QUESTION is: Is my house safe for my dogs? Dogs are fascinated by the smells and textures of all the new things that are now appearing all over the house. This is normal curiosity. Here are […]
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by Marlene Ring | November 19, 2020
It’s Thanksgiving! Time for family, fun and lots of food! It can also be dangerous time for your dog if he eats foods that are harmful to him. Here are 8 holiday staples that are actually dangerous for your dog to consume. 8. TURKEY SKIN Turkey is a given at almost every Thanksgiving feast […]
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by Marlene Ring | October 22, 2020
Halloween can be a nightmare for your dogs; it might even be THE most dangerous holiday. Follow these 6 dog safety tips for a better celebration!
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by Marlene Ring | October 1, 2020
I don’t know about you, but the more I read ingredients in my dog treats the more I worry. What is all that stuff we can’t pronounce? Sure, some are vitamins and minerals that should be in our dog’s treats. But isn’t it much better to get all of those nutrients from the original source? […]
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by Marlene Ring | September 3, 2020
Whether you are moving a long distance or just around the block, moving is almost always a chaotic venture. Boxes everywhere, so many things to plan and take care of on both ends, clutter and moving trucks. I have a lot of experience in this area being a part of a military family. Having […]
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by Marlene Ring | August 6, 2020
It’s Summer and it is HOT! I have written about Tips to Keep your Doggie Cool! and Tips to Keep your Doggie Safe from heat exhaustion. Now let’s look at some TOOLS you can purchase to make your dog’s Summer a little more bearable. COOLING Cots or Loungers There are cooling loungers that you insert […]
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by Marlene Ring |
Back to school is upon us as summer comes to a close. We spend much time preparing our children (and ourselves), yet this transition also affects our pets. The freedom and attention received during summer vacation abruptly ends at the first day of school. Without warning, schedules shift and playmates of summer suddenly have new […]
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by Marlene Ring | June 11, 2020
“Going Potty” on command is a very helpful tool for any age dog. Think about the last time you just wanted to go to bed at night and your dog was taking forever to “do his business” for that last trip out? All dog owners want Fido to “Hurry Up and GO!!” Several years ago […]
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by Marlene Ring | April 16, 2020
Training starts the day you bring that new pup home. It used to be thought that dog training couldn’t start until the age of 6 months. I start training at 8 weeks. As soon as your puppy arrives at his new home…He’s learning! Now is the time to teach him what you ‘want’ and ‘expect’ […]
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