Some dogs react to flea collars

#Middlebury #FleaCollar DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I’m worried by recent reports that a certain brand of flea collar has been making dogs sick, and many have died. I live in an ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – April 13, 2021

#Middlebury “If you have dogs, keep a towel near your door. Then you can wipe off muddy paws before they have a chance to get the carpets dirty!” – T.Y. in Mississippi If you’re ... Continue Reading →

A runner’s plea to dog owners

#Middlebury #Dogs #Runners DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I witnessed an incident on my morning run that illustrated the reason why dogs need to be on a leash at all times in residential ... Continue Reading →

Should dogs go on winter hikes?

#Middlebury #Dogs DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I love hiking with my Border Collie mix, Jess. Even in the dead of winter, we are out in the snow. Jess carries her own supplies in saddlebags ... Continue Reading →

New Year’s resolutions for happy, healthy pets

#Middlebury #Pets #NewYear DEAR READERS: As we close out one of the most tumultuous and stressful years of our lives, let’s look back and remember how much peace and joy our pets ... Continue Reading →

Holiday decorations can be dangerous

#Middlebury #Christmas #Decorations DEAR PAW’S CORNER: My aunt was admiring the wreath I made from natural materials, and during the conversation she mentioned that the berries ... Continue Reading →

Now Here’s a Tip – December 1, 2020

#Middlebury Looking for a great cause for gifting this year? Go to www.charitynavigator.org to find out more about how your prospective charities rank in areas like CEO pay, money ... Continue Reading →

Does COVID restrict travel with pets?

#Middlebury #Pets #COVID DEAR PAW’S CORNER: I’m driving from New York to Colorado for a long-term contract job, and my two dogs will be coming with me. My roommate in New ... Continue Reading →

Halloween candy is no treat for pets

#Middlebury #Halloween DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Last year, my kids dumped out their trick-or-treat candy on the kitchen table to sort through. Halfway through it, they got distracted ... Continue Reading →

Dog is freaking out over face masks

#Middlebury #Dogs DEAR PAW’S CORNER: Every time I put on a medical face mask, my dog, Artie, starts barking like mad. When I speak to him, he will stop barking, but he looks restless ... Continue Reading →