We really try very hard to carry products that we trust from companies who have rigorous safety protocols for their manufacturing facilities and who source good ingredients. These pet food companies are pretty big companies though, providing a lot of product nationally to a great number of pets. Problems are fairly uncommon, though they are… Read more »
Posts Categorized: dog safety
Safety Alert! Xylitol is deadly for dogs
We just wanted to remind everyone to be very careful with products with Xylitol around your dogs! It’s a sweetener used more and more in things like candies and gum. Though safe for humans, even small amounts of xylitol can cause hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), seizures, liver failure or even death in dogs. We… Read more »
Be Ready for Emergencies and Disasters – A Few Tips
(* = items we sell or can order for you) Remember – if it’s not safe for you to stay in your home, it’s not safe for your pets. When in doubt, bring them with you. There is a chance that if conditions worsen, you may not be allowed to return to your home to… Read more »
Why we Discontinued the Sale of Retractable Leashes
When I was a trainer teaching classes I quickly banned these leashes from class time, as dogs can suddenly dash into the space of another dog that might have social issues. This has continued to plague us at the store, as many dogs are reactive on leash or simply overexcited by other dogs. Some dogs… Read more »
Dental Health for Dogs and Cats
By Green Dog Pet Supply February is Dental Health Month, so it seems a good time to address the health and maintenance of your pet’s mouth. Dental health is so important to the health of your pets, and if you’re doing a good job maintaining healthy teeth and gums, your pet’s life could be extended…. Read more »
Watch Out for Blue Green Algae – it kills
Scientists at Oregon State University confirmed that a dog that died suddenly last month after playing in a creek in southern Oregon was poisoned by blue-green algae. Read this article