July 3, 2019
How to keep pets safe and calm during Fourth of July celebrations
The big summer holiday, Independence Day, the 4th of July, is upon us. We human Americans have been celebrating this holiday for over 200 years, but most pets are not fans of the loud noises and sudden, bright, explosions. According to the NHSPCA, more pets go missing around the 4th of July holiday than any…
May 23, 2019
Ticks and Your Pet’s Safety: what you need to know
What is a tick? The tick is part of the arachnid family and therefore more closely related to spiders and scorpions than to fleas. Ticks survive and thrive at extreme temperatures (meaning your dog can get ticks all year round). They live up to a year without feeding, are unaffected by the application of even…
April 20, 2019
8 Easter Hazards and Pet Safe Alternatives
Happy Spring pet lovers! Now that winter has loosened its icy grip on us here in New Hampshire, our thoughts turn to the first warm season holidays, Easter and Passover. This is a perfect time to talk about the potential hazards that can happen with pets during these celebrations. During the Passover Celebration, the biggest…
April 4, 2019
Is Your Puppy Treating You Like a Chew Toy?
If your puppy is treating you like a chew toy then tune in to this episode of Puppy Lunch & Learn. Carly Vokey of Carly Vokey Positive Dog Training talks about how to identify 3 types of biting behavior as well as how to correct. She also answers numerous questions from viewers of our live broadcast….
March 15, 2019
How to Throw a Puppy Shower for Your New Addition
At It Takes a Village Pet Care, we see an uptick in puppy care requests starting in March. In spring, the weather is better for house training. Adding a new furry addition to your family is always an exciting time. Whether a puppy or older dog, consider throwing a Puppy Shower. According to Little Pampered…