Purple and Paws
Advice and stories from one dog to lover to another
Just like humans, dogs don’t enjoy taking medicine. When you’re a pet parent, the time inevitably comes when you’ll need to give your furbaby a drug he or she does not want to take. Here are some tips on how to give your dog medicine in a way that’s easy for you and your dog.
Pet parents know the importance of taking their dog to see the vet every year (and sometimes more as your dog grows older). But it’s also important to do a weekly health check so you can catch any early warning signs of trouble before they become major health concerns.
People throw parties for their spouses, kids, friends, and other family members all the time. So why not throw a party for your dog? Here are some tips for making sure your furbaby and all your guests have a great time.
Before I adopted Socks, my family had two dogs. Whenever we would see another dog during our walks, we almost never let them meet and greet because we weren’t sure how they would react (and since most of the time their hair stood up and they started growling, this was probably wise). But Socks is …
One of the hardest things about pet parenting is figuring out the right kind of food to feed your dog. With so many different brands and types of food available, choosing a diet plan can be overwhelming. Let’s break down the ketogenic diet for any curious dog parents out there.
As a pet industry freelance writer, this is the time of year that my Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram feed all fill with posts about keeping dogs safe on the 4th of July. Today I even read an article in my local newspaper about how the city shelters are bracing for an influx of pets during …