Prisky Paws

Ever purchase some wee-wee pads that don't do the job? I can't tell you how many brands I've tried. Some I've bought in bulk to discover that the pad itself is so thin that while I thought I was getting a good deal I'm actually spending more money because instead of putting one or two pads down I'm putting down five or six. I've actually watched brands that claim they are super absorbent and the urine just glides off. Nothing is more fun than lifting a pad to discover it being completely covered in urine on the bottom. Correct me if I'm wrong but it seems that the opposite plastic lining of these cheap pads actually adhere better to the liquid. I have two Yorkies who stay home on their own about 8-10 hours a day. Let's face it this is the typical situation for anyone with an indoor dog. I can't afford a dog babysitter or dog walker, so I walk them in the morning when the weather is to their liking. That's another thing with little dogs, I...

We certainly love our dogs, but anyone who says shedding is a lovable characteristic is probably fibbing. It is a well-known fact that certain dog breeds shed more than others; however, if the kind of dog we love leaves a trail of hair through the house, it is not likely to make us ship him or her off to the pound. Instead, we must resign ourselves to the fact that we have to come up with a solution before we start pulling our own hair out. The following are some dog breeds that are notorious for shedding, and what some pet owners due to combat this problem: Siberian Huskies were bred for endurance in extreme climates. They have a very soft inner coat and a dense outer coat, and at certain times can shed enough to make it appear as if you added a new area rug to your living room. Although a perfect children's dog and guardian-companion, the Great Pyrenees is another dog that is renowned for its extreme shedding, which occurs every six months. The lovable pug is f...

This Thanksgiving I am thankful for many things in my life. One of them is having two wonderful dogs and being able to take them out to places I frequent. I'm a Jersey girl and happy to be one. There's all sorts of things to do in NJ. You can go to the beach, spend a weekend gambling at a casino, explore the amazing wildlife parks, visit a zoo or a botanical garden, ice skate, bowl, head to a theme park, climb a mountain to ski on, dare to jump out of a plain and sky dive, and much more. With every weekend pretty much planned with some new and exciting event I have searched high and low for dog friendly places. During the work week I have little time to spend with Bebe and Jolie. It's always a rush to leave the door to get to work on time, and than there's going to the gym, and sitting in rush hour traffic, and thinking about dinner, and than getting to bed on time. Bebe and Jolie don't have much play time during the week, so for me it's always been important...

My dog ate her poop, and she smeared it everywhere, and then she did it again and again. Bebe is slowly approaching her 11th birthday and she's started to eat her poop. This dog behavior is called coprophagy and it is gross! I've started researching the condition because I obviously want to make it stop at any cost. Turns out that in my research I found that this behavior is quite common; it is more common in puppies but can also happen to dogs later in their lives. For example, Bebe never consumed her feces as a puppy but here we are a decade into her life and she's chowing down on it. Here Are Some of The Reasons That Dogs Actually Consume Their Own Feces: 1.        Dogs evolved from wolves, back than wolves survived from chowing down on human garbage and human excrement. So if we think about it, dogs eat anything that is laying around that may have nutritional value, including poop! 2.        Malabosorption - Not a...

Changing groomers to me is like changing hair stylists. The anxiety, uncertainty, and stress that come along with it is something I could do without. I have recently moved and am sad to no longer be able to visit my dog's groomer of 5+ years. She was absolutely wonderful with my girls, was reasonably priced, and always made them look like superstar diva's leaving the hair salon. Think big bows and fluffed out paws! I've recently been on the hunt for a good reputable groomer. I've decided that after I read enough reviews on Yelp and ask enough pet lovers in the area I will be able to find a fit for my pooches. So far I've received three recommendations on groomers in my area. I will be visiting each one and posting an honest review of my experience, cost, customer service, and temperament of my dog before and after. Here is the first grooming experience we had after our move! The BEFORE photos: The AFTER photos: July 2013 Experienc...

Hello everyone, As you know I love finding interesting and unique dog shops around the tri-state area. A few weeks ago, I was with my boyfriend at the VA Medical Center in Lyons, NJ and after his appointment we decided to venture out into the city. The city itself is very cute and filled with some shops and eateries. We stumbled across this place which I immediately had to stop and go in. I saw the name and was giddy to see what was inside. This is a really cute dog barkery and store. It's big and has a lot of pretty things to chose from along with healthy and organic food. The owners, Paul and Belinda make the treats which are all very cute. Specifically what caught my eye was a bucket system they had where you can fill up your pail with treats, and you get to keep it! For my very fussy eaters, I chose the duck, chicken and lamb treats as pictured below. They are perfect for small and medium sized dogs. They can even be used for bigger dogs as training treats! They pac...

Everywhere you look nowadays people are becoming more cautious and health conscious about what they eat - as they should. I'm excited to say that the same can be said about many dog food companies. I may not always read the labels on what I eat, but when it comes to my furbabies, I read the labels and  I have my phone in hand to research any ingredient I don't recognize just so that I am aware of what it is. But guess what? If I cannot pronounce it and haven't heard of it, I'm not feeding it to my dogs, would you? For Christmas I purchased a Merrick Holiday Sausage food sampler from our local pet boutique. I had heard of Merrick's product before. I always stop and smile with the names that they give their food. Instead of the usual chicken and rice, or veal titles, Merrick comes up with some awesome names for their yummy recipes. Some of the names include: Gameday Tailgate (How appropriate for football season!) Thanksgiving Day Dinner Grammy's Pot Pie ...