When it comes to walking your dog, not all walks are created equal. While most focus on exercise walks to keep pets physically fit, sniff walks offer a different set of benefits that can enhance your dog's overall well-being. Exercise walks are designed to get your dog moving and elevate their heart rate. These walks [...]
Written by Elise Mebel, Published in Aliance of Therapy Dogs Magazine, Spring/Summer 2024 In the heart of our community of San Luis Obispo, California, two families stand out not just for their dedication to volunteerism but for the unique bond they share with their furry companions. Anna Bates and her 15-year old son, Stevie, along [...]
by Stephanie Ruggerone January brings not only the promise of new beginnings but also the opportunity to strengthen the bond between you and your furry friend. At the Animal Care Clinic, we're excited to celebrate "Train Your Dog Month" and encourage you to take a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life to [...]
Our furry companions are an integral part of our lives and ensuring they are well-behaved and happy is paramount. We now offer limited training sessions with Stephanie Ruggerone whose certifications include Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed, Fear Free Animal Trainer, and Human Animal Bond. Additionally she has over 30 years experience raising service dogs. She works [...]
Rain is infrequent here on the Central Coast leaving many pet parents frustrated when their dogs don’t want to go outside to potty. Unless your dog likes playing in the ocean, chances are they haven’t had much experience being wet. This can be especially true for puppies if squirt bottles are used for correction. Here [...]
by Stephanie Ruggerone While “Trick or Treat” may be fun for us; what about our pets? Like so many other holidays in San Luis Obispo, the weather is nice and we want to include our furry family members in the fun. It is easy to forget our animal companions do not “see what we see” [...]
We always need to be prepared to take care of our animals, especially during emergencies. With fire season underway in California, Pet Fire Safety Day is an excellent reminder to review your game plan in the event of a fire in or around your home. Here are some tips and resources to get you started. [...]
These simple safety tips from our friends at Trupanion can help you avoid some not-so holly jolly holiday hazards. Oh, Christmas Tree - Tinsel, Ribbons, and Bows, Oh My! Timber! Keep your tree securely upright to protect your climbing cat or excited dog. Clean up pine needles frequently, and use a tight fitting tree skirt [...]
Recycle, Reuse, and Donate! Before throwing away old towels, toys, blankets, leashes or other pet supplies, call our local shelter or 40 Prado (yes, they have pets too) and see if they are in need. Soak up the sun! We're lucky to live in such a beautiful area and it's great to spend [...]
By Natalie Borgardt For many people, the unexpected time at home has been a good time for a new puppy! We all want dogs to grow up and be comfortable, welcomed, and confident among society. Early socialization teaches the appropriate social skills, rational thinking in new situations, and builds a strong foundation for lifelong learning. [...]
