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  • Dog Water Parks: Staying Cool This Summer

    If you take your dog to a local water park, you’re most likely to be greeted by a few death glares, screaming kids and, ah yes, the dreaded “no dogs allowed” sign. As much as Fido would enjoy whipping down water slides and lounging on the “lazy river,” water parks are no place for dogs. ...

  • Summer Safety Tips: Boating with Your Dog

    There's nothing better than heading to the lake on a hot summer day. With temperatures peaking over 100° across the country, it's the perfect time to jump in the water and cool off. For many families this means packing up the boat and cruising the water for a nice breeze and some fun in the ...

  • The Dog Days of Summer: Summer Heat Safety

    What's not to love about summer? The sun is out, days last longer and everyone is outside enjoying the warm weather. Sure it's fun for us, but imagine basking in the sunshine in a thick winter coat. That's right, keeping cool in the summer months isn't easy for our furry best friends. But whether we like ...

  • Introducing Dogs to Water

    Spending a lazy weekend on the water is something I require, seriously. One of my earliest memories from childhood is that of my family and I boating at a lake in Tennessee. From sunrise to sunset, I could be found near or in the water, fishing, skiing or swimming. Twenty five years later, not much ...

  • Beach Adventures: Sea and Sand Safety

    There are few places that my dog doesn't enjoy going. While a trip to the vet and the groomer sends his four little legs shaking, any other adventure seems to bring about a good time. He's always up for a good walk, but nothing excites him more than hearing, "Want to go to Florida?" I know ...