Yappy Life Blog
6 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day With Your Dog
Who says you need boyfriend or girlfriend when you've got a dog?! Unconditional love, friendship and loyalty are provided by your dog every day. This Valentine's Day you can take the opportunity to show your pup just how much you care with a little extra love and...
5 Tips for Keeping Your Pets Safe on NYE
Ringing in the new year with family and friends is always a good time, but something happening to one of your furry friends during the celebration would be a terrible way to end the night. If you’re wondering what you can do to keep your pets safe on NYE, check out...
5 Gift Ideas for Pet Lovers
Gift Ideas for Pet Lovers It’s that time of year again, where you seem to be constantly shopping and trying to figure out what special gift to get each person in your life. You’ve got a nice bottle opener for your wine-loving friend, and personalized coffee mug for...
THANKSGIVING SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR PET
Thanksgiving Safety Tips for Your Pet ‘Tis the season for friends, family and holiday feasts—but also for possible distress for our animal companions. Pets won’t be so thankful if they munch on undercooked turkey or a pet-unfriendly floral arrangement, or if they...
10 REASONS TO GIVE THANKS FOR YOUR DOG
Thanksgiving is at the end of November so naturally, people start to think about all of the things that they are thankful for in their lives. Most of us have lots of things to be thankful for, especially if we have a special loved one in our lives. All loved ones...
Halloween Safety Tips
Halloween Safety Tips for Pets Loud noises, a constantly ringing doorbell, kids in costumes. All of these things can spell fear and anxiety for your pet this coming Halloween. But by keeping these Halloween safety tips in mind you'll ensure your pet’s safety and you...
Reasons to Get Your Kid a Dog
If you've got kids, chances are you've heard them begging for a dog at some point or another. You've likely thought of all the dog hair, mess in your home, accidents in the house, but try and banish those thoughts. Adding a dog to your family can have some great...
Dog Therapy Appreciation Day
April 11th is National Pet Day, and also Dog Therapy Appreciation Day! Not a day goes by that we don't appreciate our dogs, but there is a special place in our hearts for therapy dogs. You may be wondering if therapy dogs are the same as service dogs, the answer is...
What Kind of Music Do Dogs Really Like?
As a dog owner, you've likely considered leaving the radio on for your dog while you're out of the house. They even sell CD's made specifically for your pup's ears, claiming that they're made to help with anxiety and have a calming affect. But do dogs really like...
3 Treat Recipes Your Dog Will Love
Easter is coming up and everyone will be getting lost of yummy sweets and treats to celebrate! Why not bake up some homemade treats for your furry friends, too? Down below we've listed our top 3 treat recipes your dog will love! Ginger Snap Treats These easy to...
3 Best Dental Treats to Help Clean Your Dog’s Teeth
Dental care is an often overlooked aspect of your dog's health, when in reality it's one of the most important. Plaque and tartar build up on your dog's teeth is eventually swallowed by your dog, and overtime this leads to serious health issues such as heart disease....
Preventing Lyme Disease
With the arrival of spring, chances are you're outside with your dog more often. With that beautiful warm weather comes the emergence of pests like fleas and ticks. Not only are these insects annoying, they carry a variety of diseases that can potentially infect your...
Aww! 6 Cute Facts About Puppies
March 23rd is National Puppy Day, and we're here to celebrate! Down below we've gathered our favorite cute facts about lifes little snuggle buddies: PUPPIES!!! They Sleep...a LOT Puppies are similar to newborn human babies in that they need a ton of sleep! About 15 to...
How to Safely Store Hazardous Items Away From Pets
This week is national Poison Prevention Week, and we're highlighting how to safely store hazardous items away from pets. Prevention is the number one way to keep your dog safe from toxic materials. Check out our tips down below for keeping your pooch safe around the...
6 Things You May Not Have Realized are Poisonous to Your Dog
As dog owners, there's nothing we care about more than keeping our pets healthy and safe. March 17th-24th is national Poison Prevention Week, and we're highlighting some of the common things in your household that you may not have realized are poisonous to your dog....
Keeping Your Dog Safe Around Wildlife
With winter moving out and warm weather moving in, chances are you'll be wanting to hit the great outdoors with your dog. But with that spring thaw comes the reemergence of wild animals that live in your region, and it's important to ensure that your dog is safe....
Tips to Prepare Your Dog for Spring
Birds are chirping and flowers are starting to bloom, and that means that spring is on the horizon! Before rushing outside with your pup, there are some things you need to do to get your dog prepared for that gorgeous weather! Care for Their Coat Many dog...
5 Cool Products to Help You and Your Dog Get Outside This Spring
The ice and snow are melting, flowers are staring to bud, and birds are chirping. Yep -- Spring is right around the corner, and chances are you and your dog have been holding down the couch all winter. Well, no more! It's time to start thinking about fun in the sun,...