HIKES are ideal but you can sniffari in a park, at the beach, in a parking lot. STIMULATE Dogs can easily get bored without stimulation.  Allowing them 10 minutes at the beginning of a walk can make a huge difference. INVESTIGATE Allowing our dogs to investigate is key, they are sorting scents, its hard & exciting work. …

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CARE & SAFETY SPOOKY SAFE HOWL-O-WEEN ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR DOG If you feel your dog will not enjoy Halloween – make your reservation now for them to spend the night with us at It’s A Dog’s Life Resort & spa….  Call now we have a few suites left…. 248.960.0800             …

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Just like us, our furry family members can become stressed and anxious. Being aware of the signals dogs show when nervous, stressed or unhappy helps prevent unwanted behavior and helps your dog live a happy and healthy life. Often the indicators of stress are easily identified, but occasionally the ways your pup communicates stress can…

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Dog Diet & Nutrition Jack-o-lanterns, Halloween decorations, Thanksgiving, and pumpkin pie, this is certainly the pumpkin season. But, do you know that pumpkins can be important year-round for some pets? Canned pumpkin is a commonly prescribed dietary additive for some gastrointestinal maladies. From diarrhea to constipation, pumpkin can be a dog’s (or cat’s) best friend. What is canned pumpkin? Canned pumpkin that’s recommended…

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There Is  A Lot For Us To ‘Bark’ About….. By Lisa Vendittelli – Owner & Operator In April, 2018 I, purchased Dog Centers of America. Why, because having aggressively traveled for the past 20 years, and having dogs, there was never anyone that cared for my pets the way I wanted or needed.  I was in…

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