- 4 Reasons Why Socialization Is Important for Your Dog’s Health
Owning a dog is a walk in the park for many people. Pups bring companionship and love, but what happens when they aren’t properly socialized from a young age? Not only can regular outings with your pooch become a struggle, but improper socialization can adversely impact their health, too! Below details four reasons why socialization… Read more »
- How to Prepare Your Puppy for Their First Walk
It’s an exciting time in every dog parent’s life – bringing your new ball of fur home for the first time. After all, this is a milestone for both dog owners and their new pups alike. But with this excitement comes eagerness to reach all of the other milestones, too. Follow the tips below to… Read more »
- How to Tell the Difference Between Dog Play and Aggression
So you just adopted a new pup and you want to raise it to be kind and playful but you don’t know what to do. New dog owners experience this valid concern all the time. First things first, congratulations on adding a new furry member to your family! But don’t worry – the team at… Read more »
- The First 4 Dog Commands Every Pup Needs to Know
Dogs like to know their place within the pack. One of the best ways to reinforce your place as the pack leader is by teaching your pup some simple commands. Sometimes, it’s hard to know where to start when it comes to training your pup. These 4 simple commands are very important for the well-being… Read more »
- 4 Ways to Tell Your Dog “I Love You”
Every day, dog owners express this statement by telling their doggies how cute they are, what good boys or girlies they’re being and how much they are loved. While dogs are aware of your moods and can sense your praise, they can’t understand the words “I love you” the way that we mean them. With… Read more »
- Staying Ahead of Springtime Flea Infestation
With the winter finally coming to an end, and the warm weather taking over- so are the fleas! Sooner than later, you’re going to find yourself with an out of control flea problem that really bugs you and your dogs! Controlling fleas is a multi-step process and often involves assistance from your vet. If you find… Read more »
- How Long Should Your Dog’s Walks Be?
With owning a dog comes a lot of responsibilities. You must feed them multiple times a day, make sure their water bowl is always full, let them outside every so often to relieve themselves and so much more. On top of these necessary tasks, there are also the fun ones such as walking them and… Read more »
- Teaching Dogs to Enjoy Nail Clipping
Most dog owners prefer to have either the groomer or vet clip their dogs nails because they don’t want to hurt their dog in any way. The outliers who take the clipping into their own hands have to battle with their dog to sit still. When done correctly, there is no pain. When the nail… Read more »
- Peanut Butter Lovers Day
March 1st is National Peanut Butter Lover’s Day! Make yourself a PB&J with extra peanut butter to celebrate! Maybe even think about giving your dog some. Peanut butter is rich in protein and has many healthy fats giving your dog a nice shiny coat. In honor of the day, here are a few of our… Read more »
- Dog Bad Breath: Everything You Need to Know
Who doesn’t love when their dog greets them with wet, slobbery kisses as soon as you walk in the front door after a long day. From their wagging tails to their tongues sticking out of their smiling faces and, they sprint to you and almost lick you to death! They can turn a bad day… Read more »
- 4 Ways You Can Help Shelter Animals Without Adopting
If you’ve ever been to an animal shelter you might have realized that some of them are over crowded with cute, lovable dogs. With your crazy lifestyle, you might not be able to take on the responsibility of adopting one of the good boys, but there are still some ways you can help! Below are… Read more »
- 8 New Year’s Resolutions Inspired By Your Pet
Resolutions. We all make them. Some we actually stick to – others … not so much. But if you’re looking for a little motivation to stay committed to the course, why not try these simple, yet practical ideas inspired by your furry, four-legged friend. Our goal at The Barking Lot, was to come up with… Read more »
- 6 Winter Safety Tips for Your Dog
Cold weather is here, making it more challenging to do things like walking, exercising or potty training your pet. As the mercury starts to drop, you want to make sure your dog is winter-ready. That means, he’s able to stick to his normal routine, and stay safe and warm in the process. Here’s some… Read more »
- 9 Quick and Easy Dog Life Hacks
Let’s face it. It takes a lot to maintain and care for our dogs, while keeping them happy and content at the same time. That’s why The Barking Lot Deerfield put together these nine dog life hacks so you can spend less time on doggy duty and more quality time with your pet. Bye-Bye Dog… Read more »
- Tricks to Understanding and Interpreting a Dog’s Body Language
Wouldn’t it be so much easier to communicate with our pets if they could actually talk? Since that’s not the case, we need to rely on doggy body language to help us understand what our pets are thinking, feeling and trying to say. Generally, we interact with other people and their pets on a daily… Read more »
