If you live in an apartment setting or your dog has access to your home or garage through a pet door, you may not even have need for a dog house. But for others, it’s part and parcel to owning a dog. You may be able to build one yourself if you have the skills, … Read more
Dogs have only a few ways of telling us what they want, need, or fear. They can bark, growl, whine, or yelp, and that’s about it. Great orators they are not, so it’s up to us to read their behavior and know what they’re talking about. When a dog growls, they’re usually letting us know … Read more
Did you know that dogs could be sports champions, too? Michael Jordan and Joe Montana are probably better known to most people, but to some pet lovers, Fido has also been allotted his fifteen minutes in the spotlight as well. There are many sports and competitions arranged for dogs these days, and whether you like … Read more
You may not be aware of this, but the third Friday in May is Endangered Species Day. It’s a day to celebrate the diversity in life that our planet supports and a day to learn about what we can do to preserve and nurture it. Dogs and cats and horses are so prevalent and we, … Read more
Whether you want your pet to live an all-around healthier lifestyle or if you think your buddy needs to drop a few pounds, finding an alternate way of treating your pet is a worthy goal. There’s nothing wrong with the pet treats you find on the shelves of your local pet store or supermarket, but … Read more
Our pets are more like us than we sometimes realize. They depend on their sense of sight almost as much as we do, and that’s why a regular eye health regimen can benefit them just as much as it can us. Since our pets have such shortened lifespans compared to us, they can develop health … Read more
We’ve seen and smelled the grills outside already this season. People are anxious to shake off the winter blues and get started with the Summer activities in record time this year it seems. With the traditional cookout and party comes some safety concerns for those of us with pets, however, so here are a few … Read more
So you’re thinking about taking some time off from the grind to recharge your batteries, but what to do about your furry friends? Do you leave them at home, entrust them to a neighbor or friend, or kennel them? Nowadays, more and more hotels are offering pet-friendly room and rates, so you may actually be … Read more
Seems like this week is full of days commemorating those who make a difference in our lives. And here comes the big one: Mother’s Day! It’s on Sunday the 12th, so don’t forget. There’s still time to buy flowers and a card! Not many people could have a larger impact on most people’s lives than … Read more
May is the month for seniors in high school to finally reap the rewards for years of hard work. High schools across the country will be graduating their seniors into the workforce or sending them on to further educational opportunities, and we here at LCRS wish them all well in their future endeavors. We need … Read more