Birthday Gifts for Pets

Going On Vacation? Why Dog Boarding Is The Best Choice For Your Pet

5 December 2018

Taking a vacation is a wonderful thing, but when you have a pet, there are some additional preparations that must be made. Your dog deserves to be in a safe environment while you're away, and just knowing that they are being well taken care of gives you the freedom to relax and revel in your holiday. The best place for your furry friend to spend their time away from you is at a dog boarding facility like Animal Care Center of Forest Park.

Training Your Dog To Be A Service Dog

22 August 2018

If you have any kind of physical or mental difficulty, then you may be thinking about making your pet dog into a service dog. Service dogs differ from emotional support dogs in that they are specifically trained and able to deal with an impairment. Unlike emotional support dogs, service dogs are allowed a wide range of access and privileges. The good news is that any type of dog can be a service dog, and here are some tips on the process.

The Stomach Flu Is Going Around: What To Do When Your Dog Is Sick

11 April 2018

With flu season winding down, you might think that you can stop worrying about sickness. However, if you have dogs, you're not out of the woods yet. You might not know this, but your dogs can get sick too. Unfortunately, they can't tell you when they're sick. The only way to tell when your dogs are sick is to watch them closely. If one of your dogs is acting like it's feeling under the weather, it's time to pack on the tender loving care.

Grooming Tips To Give Your Furry Friend The Spa Treatment At Home

19 May 2017

You shower every single day, sometimes more than once per day. You get your hair cut monthly, and probably go for a manicure/pedicure a few times per year. What about your fuzzy BFF? How many times as he gone to the groomer to be professionally bathed, trimmed, and have his nails clipped? If the answer is not at all, you're not the only one. Most people don't think to take their dog to the groomer or to a doggy spa, or maybe you have, but can't afford the services.

Keeping Your Puppy Comfortable On His First Night In A New Home

24 February 2017

Bringing your puppy home is an exciting experience. Finally, your fuzzy, furry little pet is a part of the family! But while puppies are cute and cuddly, they are also a lot of work -- and your puppy may not be overly happy on his first night in your home. Here are some tips to help keep your little guy cozy, happy, and comfortable on that first night. Let him explore earlier in the day.