protection

dog safety month

October: National Animal Safety & Protection Month, Peoria, AZ – Arrowhead Pooper Scoopers

OCTOBER–NATIONAL ANIMAL SAFETY AND PROTECTION MONTH September was the month to prepare for emergencies and disasters. We learned how to prepare a safety kit for our dogs and cats that included such things as cat litter, a crate, and plenty of food. We also talked about NEVER leaving our pets behind when we are forced to evacuate. Having a plan in place is important and necessary, even if we never need to use it. October is both, Adopt A Shelter Dog Month, and National Animal Safety and Protection Month. Protecting our dogs and keeping them safe is our responsibility. Use ...

barking

Why is Your Dog Barking?, Peoria, AZ – Arrowhead Pooper Scoopers

Just as people will talk, dogs will bark. Some, however, do, more talking than others—by that we mean both dogs, and their owners. While it’s normal for dogs to bark, some bark excessively and that often leads to problems at home. If this is the case at your home, it’s important to figure out what the cause is. Once you determine the cause, you can determine a solution. When dogs bark it’s their way of communicating vocally. Each bark has a different meaning that depends entirely on the situation your dog is in. Here are several reasons why dogs bark: ...