Category: Spring Guides
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The Spring Yard Check: Fences, Gates and Escape Routes
Winter can loosen boards, rust latches and soften soil. A spring walk-through of your yard helps find escape routes and hazards before your dog does. Read more
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Trail Etiquette with Dogs: Leashes, Yielding and Leaving No Trace
Good trail manners keep dogs welcome on shared paths. Leash rules, passing other hikers, cleaning up and respecting wildlife, all in one place. Read more
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Your Dog’s First Hike: Planning a Short, Safe Trail Day
A first hike should leave your dog tired and happy, not sore. How to choose a trail, set a sensible distance and read your dog along the way. Read more
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Open Windows, Screens and Balconies: Warm-Weather Home Safety for Dogs
When the windows open in spring, new risks appear for curious dogs. How to secure screens, balconies, doors and gates as your home opens up for the season. Read more
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Cold Water and Fast Streams: Early Spring Water Safety for Dogs
Snowmelt swells streams and leaves lakes icy cold well into spring. What dog owners should know about thin ice, strong currents and cold-water dips. Read more
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Daylight Saving Time and Your Dog: Easing the Spring Clock Change
Dogs do not read clocks, but they do notice when meals and walks suddenly shift. Simple ways to help your dog adjust when daylight saving time begins. Read more
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Dog Park Etiquette: What to Know Before You Open the Gate
Dog parks get busy as the weather warms. Practical etiquette for arriving, playing and leaving, and how to tell whether today is a good day to go in. Read more
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Garden Shed Safety: Mulch, Compost, Slug Bait and Other Spring Hazards
Spring yard projects bring out products and materials that can hurt dogs. A walk through the garden shed, compost bin and flower beds with safety in mind. Read more
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Easter Basket Hazards for Dogs: Chocolate, Xylitol, Plastic Grass and More
Holiday treats and decorations can be dangerous for dogs. What to keep out of reach during Easter celebrations and egg hunts, and when to call the vet. Read more
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Lilies and Multi-Pet Homes: Why Spring Bouquets Deserve a Second Look
Lilies are a spring favorite, but they are extremely dangerous to cats. If your dog shares a home with a cat, here is what every household should know. Read more
