Pet Health
On the Road Again: Tips for Car Rides with a Dog
You and your canine companion go everywhere together. The dog is dancing with excitement on your lap or hanging out of an open window during the car ride. It’s the cutest of scenes we see so often, but not without hidden risks. When arriving together safely at your destination is the objective, buckling in your…
Read MoreTips to Help Pets Feel Comfortable with Summer Celebrations
From Memorial Day to Labor Day, everyone loves a good summer celebration complete with backyard firecrackers and firework displays. But some dogs not appreciate the noisy commotion. It’s known that dogs have a greater ability to hear sounds—including higher frequencies and different pitches—than humans. This is also the case for volume with extreme sensitivity to…
Read MoreTick Prevention & Removal Tips
Tick season has become a year-round affair in many areas of the country, and summer is the peak. Couple that with spending more time outside—walks in the park, runs through an open field, hikes along wooded trails—and it’s the perfect condition for Fido to become host to these pesky parasites. Engaging in outdoor activities during…
Read MoreDo You Have It All? 4 Important Steps Before Dropping Your Pup at the Pet Resort
Summer is here! Your vacation is planned, and Fluffy’s reservation for staying at the pet resort is set. Now what? The pet resort check-in process will be easier if everything that is needed for the stay is completed before arriving. At Holiday House Pet Resort & Training Center, you can take advantage of our express…
Read MoreThe Best Skin and Coat Care for Your Dog
How often should I bathe my dog during the winter months? Actually, frequent bathing with moisture-rich shampoos and conditioners can improve the health of your dog’s skin and coat. Since a dog’s skin and coat are the first line of defense from the harsh winter conditions, year-round care is essential for strong protection. Winter flakes…
Read MoreHow to Choose a Dog Collar or Harness?
When it comes to choosing a collar or harness for your new furry friend, which is better? The answer depends on comfort, safety, and use (or training). It’s helpful to understand the different features and benefits of both before making a decision. Choosing between a collar or harness will also depend on your dog’s size,…
Read MorePet Skin and Coat Treatments for Visible Results
Your dog might need skin and coat treatments if… the scratching and licking never end the red, inflamed spots indicate another infection the skin is flaky, and the coat is dull There’s more to your dog’s skin and coat than meets the eye. The skin and coat are a dog’s first line of protection from…
Read MoreLeave Pet Grooming Treatments to Us
Let’s face it – giving your pet grooming treatments is not fun. We know you want to spend more fun time with your dog by: giving fewer baths, spending less time vacuuming up dog hair, avoiding your dog because of bad breath, and covering up nicks and scratches on your floor. But wait, how can…
Read MoreGreat Ideas for Pet Holiday Gifts
This year, make your pet holiday gifts extra special. Our dogs and cats give us unconditional comfort, companionship, and love. That has been especially true throughout this past year, and is evidenced by the wave of pet adoptions in 2020. Now is the time for giving back to the furry, four-legged friends in our lives.…
Read MoreBest Places in Bucks to Walk Your Dog
The first week of October is National Walk Your Dog Week. For pet parents, every day includes walking the dog, but a full week of national recognition is a great opportunity to make it more exciting. Of course, the health benefits for dogs (and people) are many. So how can you take an ordinary walk…
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