by Barney's Ranch | Mar 19, 2019 | Boarding Tips, Signs of a Great Kennel
If you are taking an extended trip, and not taking your pet along, you will have to find a pet sitter or some type of boarding facility. The type of service you use generally depends on the personality of your dog. Some animals are not comfortable in boarding places....
by Barney's Ranch | Mar 5, 2019 | Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
A bowl is a bowl, you may think. But when it comes to food bowls for dogs, that’s definitely not the case. A quick walk down the food bowl aisle at any pet store will show you all kinds of bowls, made for all different kinds of dogs. Here are a few and why you might...
by Barney's Ranch | Feb 19, 2019 | Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
Learning that your dog has cancer can be a devastating experience. But after letting the news sink in, the best course of action is to learn as much as you can about the illness and what you can do to fight it. Here are some tips on what to do and how to cope when...
by Barney's Ranch | Feb 5, 2019 | Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
Quality of life is not something most dog owners think a lot about, until their pet gets old or falls victim to a chronic illness. When these things happen, pet owners begin to think about quality-of-life issues with their dog, specifically, whether it has declined to...
by Barney's Ranch | Jan 22, 2019 | Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
The Northeast has been hit with its share of thunderstorms and rain, causing flooding and wind damage. The South has had to deal with hurricanes (particularly Harvey in 2017), and the West with wildfires. No matter where you live, severe weather events are something...
by Barney's Ranch | Jan 8, 2019 | Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
Dogs get fleas. That’s certainly no secret. For most dogs, the solution to the problem is a rather simple one – there are pills you can get from your vet that will eliminate them. And there are many flea control products on the market to control them. But for some...
by Barney's Ranch | Dec 18, 2018 | Doggie Fun, Living With Dogs
Many dog owners like to give their pets treats from time to time, especially as “gifts” during the holidays, but may be unsure what is best for the animal. One way to solve the problem is to take your pet along with you to the pet store and have him sample different...
by Barney's Ranch | Dec 4, 2018 | Living With Dogs, Traveling with Your Dog
Many dog owners like to take their pets along with them when they travel for the holidays. If you have a canine pet that you want to bring with you, there are some things you can do to make the trip more enjoyable for both of you. See the vet before you go. Make sure...
by Barney's Ranch | Nov 20, 2018 | Living With Dogs
Sometimes dogs get lost. They get scared, they are curious, some just love to run and roam. However it happens, it can be an anxious time for the owner. That is why it is important to make sure your pet has identification – it could mean the difference between losing...
by Barney's Ranch | Nov 6, 2018 | Doggie Fun, Living With Dogs, Your Pet's Health
If you have a dog, and you care about the environment, there are things you can do to keep your pet happy and care for the environment at the same time. Here are a few tips. Use a door for your dog. A doggie door will allow your dog to go outside when he needs to...
