Tag: dogs
Grooming your pet the right way
By Kim Gilliam
Grooming is not just about keeping your dog clean and looking good. It’s also about maintaining their physical health and appearance. All...
Planning for the worst is what’s best for your pet
By Kim Gilliam
Responsible owners focus on the day-to-day needs of their pets: ensuring they are happy and healthy with the right food, exercise, medical care,...
Help ‘clear the shelters’ this month
By Kim Gilliam
If you are looking to add a four-legged family member, this is a great time to do so – August is “Clear...
Summer hazards for your dog
By Kim Gilliam
Summer offers many ways to spend quality time outdoors with your dog, exercising, exploring new places and participating in fun summer events.
With...
Pet Matters: Titan and Sox: proof that love exists
My dogs, Titan and Sox have an amazing relationship. Their love story began just under four years ago and watching them interact makes even...
UPDATED: Alexandria woman shoots, kills her dog to save boyfriend from...
An Alexandria woman shot her dog dead as it mauled her boyfriend at the couple’s Eisenhower Avenue home January 18, highlighting safety issues for...
Pet Matters: Losing a best friend and gaining perspective
On Christmas Day a year ago I received devastating news from home. My adorable bichon mix, Baci, was very ill. About 14 years old,...
Pet Matters: Do a superstitious dance, make food appear
Years ago when I adopted my little savage, Sox, I called a dog trainer to help me tame my wild puppy. During one of...
