Everyone needs a cooldown in August whether you have 2 legs or 4. Find a local river or lake in NW Minneapolis, or venture a little further to Andover, Blaine, Ham Lake, Lino Lakes, North Oaks, or New Brighten and enjoy some relief from the heat with a relaxing swim. Before putting on your swimsuit...

Why Do We Say That? "Dogs are man’s best friend" Pet sayings are intriguing when you begin to ask interesting questions. A teacher made an offhand comment one day to a group of third graders during a show-and-tell experience featuring his dog. “They say that dogs are man's best friend, and I can tell you...

Choosing A Collar & Leash If you take your dog or cat out for a walk, you will immediately begin to notice the wide array of leashes available for pets. You also begin to question if you are using the right leash for your pet. Here are some basics to consider when you purchase: Safety...

Doodles On Doodles Part 3: The Perpetual Puppy Doodles have become one of the most popular companions. Jeffrey Powers, DVM was quoted saying, “All 'Doodle' breeds are highly intelligent, seeing as the poodle itself is one of the more intelligent dog breeds," Powers says. "The lack or lessened shedding present in all Doodle breeds reduces...

Bringing a New Baby into Your Pet’s Home Bringing a new baby into your home is an adjustment for everyone. Here are some tips you can follow to get ready for the arrival of your new bundle of joy. When you find out a baby is on the way, use the time to work out...

A Natural Approach Trends In Healthier Eating for Your Pet Dog owners have stepped it up in recent years when it comes to complete care. Gone are the days of throwing scraps from the table to the floor. Premium pet foods have caused soaring costs for many canine owners and given birth to homemade, natural...

The Terror of Clipping Toenails Don’t Stress, Have It Done If you notice your dog chewing on their paws, one reason may be toenails that need trimming. But trimming nails can be stressful and even dangerous (if you accidentally clip them too short and cause the “quick” to bleed). That’s why we recommend regular grooming,...

Brush Baby Brush! Doodles On Doodles (Part 2) One characteristic shared by all doodles is their curly, poodle coat. But this article isn’t just about brushing their coat, it’s also about brushing their teeth. In between professional grooming sessions, doodles deserve quality care from their pet parents. Brushing Coats Frequency - Many doodle owners don’t...

Safely Enjoy Independence Day with Your Pets July 4th is a day of celebration for all Americans. The fireworks, the food, the fun, and the excitement, they’re all part of celebrating our nation’s birthday. All these time-honored traditions are wonderful for people but may not be too great for our four-legged friends. Aussie Pet Mobile...

Wrestling With Your Pet Pets love to play. Wrestling is one of their favorite pastimes. Both cats and dogs will often enjoy wrestling with you. Keep these three things in mind when you engage them with this kind of play: Play In A Way Others Won’t Get Hurt When you play with your pet, you...