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You Can’t Teach an Old Dog New Tricks, or Can You?
"You can't teach an old dog..."You have probably heard the old quip, "You can't teach an old dog new tricks." It is one that people like to say, but is it really true? Can you teach an old dog new tricks? Unlike some other adages, it is actually not true. You CAN...
Tipping the Scale: How to Help Stop the Pet Obesity Epidemic
Tipping the ScaleHow to help stop the pet obesity epidemic.Does Fido need to lose a few pounds?It can be very tough when you realise your dog is overweight. Sometimes we don't even know that they have a few extra pounds. Pet obesity is a very serious issue in our...
The Smell of Danger
The Smell of Danger Scents that can be harmful to your petsOne Strong SnifferDogs have nearly 300 million scent receptors. That is 50 times the 6 million receptors us humans have. Cats aren't as receptive as dogs with somewhere between 45 to 80 million receptors;...
Transitioning to a New Normal
How we can prepare ourselves and our pets as we get ready to transition back towards a "normal" life. How we can prepare ourselves and our pets as we get ready to transition back towards a "normal" life. The State of the WorldRight now the...
Important COVID-19 Update
Update for May 2020, see below Bark ‘N’ Town Friends & Family, The world, our nation, our state, and our local community is facing many issues with the COVID-19 crisis. I’m very concerned about how we as a community (that’s everyone in my mind as we are all a...
Hounds and Hygiene: Tips for Germ Prevention
Germs and German Shepherds Germs are a threat not only to us humans, but also to our pets. As humans we do quite a bit to prevent ourselves from picking up unwanted germs and keeping ourselves from catching viruses and diseases. But what about our pets? What can we do...
Fifi, Fido, and Fred: A Guide to Naming Your New Dog
Names are ImportantThe name you choose for your new dog has more impact than you might realise.Names are ImportantThe name you choose for your new dog has more impact than you might realise.the importance of namesNames are a tool of communication. I have a name, you...
5 AWESOME Holiday Gift Ideas for Your Dog
Reading Time: 4 minutes Working on your holiday shopping? Not sure what to get for that special dog in your life? Check out our holiday gift guide for some inspiration!
The Hidden Danger of Melting Snow: How to Keep Your Dog Safe
The Hidden Danger of Melting Snow How to Keep Your Dog SafeMelting snow can put you and your dog at risk of electrical shockAs snow melts the water it produces can leave areas of sidewalk vulnerable to what is known as contact voltage. What is contact voltage? When...
Trick-or-Treat on Main Street 2019
The free annual Howl-O-Ween pet costume contest at Trick or Treat on Main Street in Wauconda, IL.The Costume ContestDress your pet in their best costume. Open to all friendly pets and they must be on leash at all times during the entire event. Pets are welcome...
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