Archive for March, 2009

Toxic Mulch
March 27, 2009

Dear Liz, 
It’s about time to begin spring landscaping.  I know there are certain types of mulch that are dangerous to pets.  Can you tell me which ones to avoid?
Sincerely,
Playing in the Dirt
 
Dear Playing in the Dirt – Well HAPPY SPRING!!!  You’re right to remember that certain mulch products can be very dangerous.  Coco mulch, although [...]

Dog Chasing Kids
March 21, 2009

The question is….
Dear Liz: My family got a 3 month old Border Collie for Christmas this past year. Scooter is a great dog but when the kids are outside with their friends and they’re running around, Scooter chases after them and bites them in their heels. What can I do to make it stop?
Signed, Standing [...]

Pooch Accidents
March 16, 2009

Question:  Dear Liz, 
My pooch is about 6 years ago… long out of puppy-hood, but on occasion he still “happy-pees”.
 What do to?
Thanks,
Needs a New Mop
 
Answer:  Dear Needs a New Mop.  Well, the first thing you need to do is to make sure there are no physical reasons for this – no bladder infections, etc., and [...]

Little Stinker Needs a Bath!
March 5, 2009

The Question:
 
Dear Liz,
This weekend my dog decided to try a new perfume. “O’de Neighbors Garden Manure” was its name.  Over me years as a dog owner, I’ve heard and tried a variety of dog bath remedies.   None of them have ever quite done the trick.  What’s the best stuff to make a stinky dog smell [...]