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  • EZ Dog Collars, Leashes and Harnesses

    The EZ Company has designed a collar, leash and harness system that works in harmony. The EZ Collar is designed to slip over the head of the dog. It has a slip down adjuster for a snug fit to the dogs' neck. This collar is for "trained" dogs. That means the dog walks well on a leash. The collar does not prevent the dog from "backing out". This collar is a great alternative to a coupler for two dogs. Each dog would then have their own collar but can be coupled with a leash of your choice. The EZ Collar is a wide, nicely padded, beautifully made item that fits the bill for dress up. For those breeds that have neck and throat problems this collar is a must.

  • HOW TO MEASURE YOUR DOG FOR A LIFE JACKET OR VEST

    Length measurement is the base of the tail to the base of the neck area. The girth measurement is around their middle.
  • WHAT IS BPA?

    The Environmental Working Group says, “bisphenol a (BPA), a synthetic estrogen used to harden polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resin, is the focus of a growing number of research studies and legislative actions, reflecting mounting scientific evidence that it causes serious and sometimes irreversible damage to health, even at the low doses to which people are routinely exposed.”
  • Fire Evacuation Plan for Pets

    A few things that struck me about evacuating multiple pets, is what do you do with them after you get them out. You can't take them all out at once. They are going to be scared and noncooperative. So, you grab 1 or 2, or as many as you can. Where are your collars and leashes? What are you going to do with them once outside? If you have more than 1 or 2 pets you will have to go back for the rest. You know you will. You can't just tie the ones outside to a tree. They will choke themselves trying to get free.
  • Dogs That Can't Swim

    Can your dog swim. Some breeds can't swim because of hair, short legs, or short muzzle. See if your breed is listed.
  • Why Crate Training is Important

    Your dog's life may depend on it in the event of a fire or natural disaster. Crates are a safe haven for your pet.
  • Why you need an Elevated Dog Feeder

    Veterinarians recommend elevated feeders for dogs and cats because they offer a number of advantages: hygiene and cleanliness, comfort for dogs and cats with arthritis or neck or back problems, and benefits for cats and dogs with megaesophagus or other conditions that make swallowing difficult. Elevated feeders and dishes keep feeding areas cleaner.
  • Common Dog Medical Problems

    Have you ever seen a dog with ragged ear edges? Most likely, it's from fly strikes. Lyme disease is caused by the spirochete Borrelia burgdorferi transmitted by Ixodes ticks (hard ticks). Heartworms are the most life-threatening canine worms, for they reside in the dog's heart and pulmonary arteries, causing heart failure and eventually death. Adult worms are 10 to 30 cm in length and about 1 mm in diameter. Read about them here.
  • Hygroma Growth on Dog Elbows

    Ever notice a lump forming on your dog's elbows? Usually, it's on one of the front legs. More than likely it is a hygroma growth. A hygroma growth is a fluid-filled sac that is formed on the elbow. Vets believe it's caused by the dog irritating the elbow, by lying on hard surfaces, or by the dog favoring one elbow over the other when lying down. The sac forms below the skin and feels firm, but is yielding and somewhat mobile within the loose skin.
  • Does my dog need a winter Dog Coat or Sweater?

    Sure, dogs come equipped with their own external layering system, but some dogs have lighter layers of fur than others, and some are not genetically suited to the environments in which they find themselves transplanted. So your dog may in fact be extremely uncomfortable with the winter temperatures — as uncomfortable as you would be if you went outside without clothing.
The Articles & Tips for Pet Owners provides information on questions you didn't know you had.

FIRE EVACUATION PLAN FOR PETS: Useful information on ideas and what you need if you have a fire to make your pets safe until help arrives.

DOGS THAT CAN'T SWIM: You know all dogs can't swim, right? This list covers a few of the well-known dogs that can't swim and the reason why.

WHY CRATE TRAINING IS IMPORTANT: Most people do not crate their dogs. Learn more about why there is a good reason to use a crate.

WHY YOU NEED AN ELEVATED DOG FEEDER: There is a lot of controversy about the pros and cons of an elevated feeder. How do you know if you need one for your dog?

COMMON DOG MEDICAL PROBLEMS: Nothing takes the place of a vet visit. However, sometimes you don't know if you need a visit. This page offers information on Flies that bite, heartworms, and ticks—good stuff to know.

HYGROMA GROWTH ON DOG ELBOWS: Information on the weird growths on your dogs' elbows and why they form.

DOES MY DOG NEED A WINTER DOG COAT OR SWEATER?: Does she or doesn't she need a coat or sweater. This article explains the consideration of deciding whether your dog needs one.

EZ DOG COLLARS, LEASHES, and HARNESSES The EZ Company has designed a collar, leash, and harness system that works in harmony. The EZ Collar is designed to slip over the head of the dog. It has a slip-down adjuster for a snug fit to the dogs' neck. This collar is for "trained" dogs. That means the dog walks well on a leash. The collar does not prevent the dog from "backing out." This collar is a great alternative to a coupler for two dogs. Each dog would then have their collar but can couple with a leash of your choice. The EZ Collar is a wide, nicely padded, beautifully made item that fits the bill for dress-up. For those breeds that have neck and throat problems, this collar is a must.

WHAT IS BPA? The Environmental Working Group reports, “bisphenol a (BPA), a synthetic estrogen used to harden polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resin, and is the focus of a growing number of research studies and legislative actions. Scientific evidence is that it causes serious and sometimes irreversible damage to health, even at the low doses.”