Tips for an enjoyable apple orchard venture with your dog near the Western Chicago Suburbs.  When summer turns to fall is the perfect time to pick apples. If you’ve never visited an orchard near the Western Chicago Suburbs, it’s a great way to spend a weekend. And if you can’t find one close, consider looking...

Predators & Pets Many pet owners are surprised to find out natural predators roam the streets of cities, towns, and suburbs. These can include coyotes, owls, eagles, rodents, and more. Depending on your pet’s instincts, size, and personality, they may be both predator and prey. If your pet is also a predator, they can be...

Caring for Animals In A Crisis The tragic fire in Maui this past month has heightened awareness of pet care when a natural disaster occurs. This preceded pictures and videos circulated online of animals impacted by Hurricane Hillary. Here are some commonsense priorities to keep in mind when facing a natural disaster: Have A Pet-Plan...

My Furry Friend Smells…From Food? Many things can cause your furry friend to have an unfriendly smell. Common causes include but are not limited to: Gastrointestinal issues Infections Disease Allergies And yes…food! A dog owner recently told us about receiving a gift of high-quality dog food from a friend. With the expense of food these...

Get Your Pets Ready for Back-to-School Time Summer is over and families all over are preparing to send their kids back to school or have already had the big first day!  All summer long, your pets have been a part of having kids actively in their lives all day.  Now, virtually overnight, pets are once...

Pet friendly weekend getaways near the Chicago Western Suburbs before summer ends. Fall is around the corner! Don’t get complacent with what’s left of summer - go out and enjoy it! There are plenty of activities in the Chicago Western Suburbs, or venture a little bit further to Downers Grove or Naperville. Of course, no...

Everyone needs a cooldown in August whether you have 2 legs or 4. Find a local river or lake in the Chicago Western Suburbs, or venture a little further to Downers Grove, or Naperville and enjoy some relief from the heat with a relaxing swim. Before putting on your swimsuit and packing your towels though,...

Why Do We Say That? "Dogs are man’s best friend" Pet sayings are intriguing when you begin to ask interesting questions. A teacher made an offhand comment one day to a group of third graders during a show-and-tell experience featuring his dog. “They say that dogs are man's best friend, and I can tell you...

Choosing A Collar & Leash If you take your dog or cat out for a walk, you will immediately begin to notice the wide array of leashes available for pets. You also begin to question if you are using the right leash for your pet. Here are some basics to consider when you purchase: Safety...

Doodles On Doodles Part 3: The Perpetual Puppy Doodles have become one of the most popular companions. Jeffrey Powers, DVM was quoted saying, “All 'Doodle' breeds are highly intelligent, seeing as the poodle itself is one of the more intelligent dog breeds," Powers says. "The lack or lessened shedding present in all Doodle breeds reduces...