For New Dog Owners

Dog Grooming Tips for Your Best Friend

by   |  Apr 23, 2013  
Photo Credit: Lily Red Studios

Every dog needs to be groomed and grooming can be a great bonding experience for both you and your dog!  Check out these tips to make your next grooming session a fun experience.  Before beginning a grooming session, it’s best to have your dog as relaxed as possible. If your dog isn’t used to being Continue reading »

Advice for New Dog Owners: Keep Your Newest Family Member Safe in the Cold

by   |  Jan 31, 2013  
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Here in the northern hemisphere, we’ve made it past the shortest, darkest day of this winter season, but we’re still a long way from the (ahem) dog days of summer. If you’ve just taken on the responsibility of caring for a canine–or even if you’ve had your pup for years–now might be a good time Continue reading »

Answers to Common Questions About Pet Adoption

by   |  Jan 07, 2013  
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It’s time. You’ve waited your whole life to have a pet, and now you’re ready.  But, before you make any final decisions, here are some things you should think about: For starters, make sure that if you rent your home – whether it’s a house or apartment, that it’s okay with the landlord to have Continue reading »

Behind the Scenes: Puppy Bath Time!

by   |  May 08, 2012  
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Oh glorious spring days are upon us; the fresh smell of flowers, the warmth of the sun hitting your face, and the smell of stinky puppies fills the air…. (record scratch) With warmth and smiles on our face, we embark on a new journey of raising, (and bathing) our new canine consultants, Mac and his Continue reading »

Dog Tips & Tricks: Cooper’s First Trip to the Dog Park

by   |  Jan 20, 2012  
Toby (one of the M&J Canine Consultants) loves running in the dog park!

As Cooper continues to get bigger (he just turned 6 months old,) it seems that our backyard keeps getting smaller. After he recently got his final round of shots, we were given the “all clear” from the vet to interact with other dogs. That got us thinking….should we do the dog park thing? Dogs need Continue reading »