Is Valentine’s Day Toxic To Your Pet?

Is Valentine’s Day Toxic To Your Pet?

Is Valentine’s Day Toxic To Your Pet? Happy Monday everyone!  I hope you all had a wonderful Valentine’s Day weekend.  Valentine’s Day has never been one of my favorite holidays but I since the pups came along, I really enjoy getting them a gift or two.  This...
What Is A Titer Test?

What Is A Titer Test?

What Is A Titer Test? Titer Testing: What It Is and Why You Should Consider It. Does your dog really need to be vaccinated? There are many benefits to vaccination. Vaccinating animals protects not only the individual pet receiving the vaccine, but the greater...
Breakfast Appetizers For Your Pup

Breakfast Appetizers For Your Pup

Breakfast Appetizers For Your Pup Happy “Friday Treats Friday”. Happy Friday everyone!  This Breakfast Appetizer has filled my kitchen will a delicious aroma of sweet cinnamon and apples and I’m so glad I made it.  I had something totally different in mind to make but...
Shedding/Non-Shedding Dog Breeds

Shedding/Non-Shedding Dog Breeds

Shedding/Non-Shedding Dog Breeds Happy Wednesday everyone!!!  One of the big decisions in getting a dog is what breed of dog to get and in that decision comes what kind of dog to get based on how much they shed!  This has never really bothered me but I do know people...
My Top Four Vacuums For Pet Hair

My Top Four Vacuums For Pet Hair

My Top Four Vacuums For Pet Hair Happy Monday everyone!  I’ve been wanting to put this post together for a while now.  I have a vacuum on each level of my house specifically rated for having pets and for hardwood and carpet.  I’ve purchased a Hoover, Oreck, and Dyson...
Sportmix Pet Food Recall

Sportmix Pet Food Recall

Sportmix Pet Food Recall FDA ALERT – ANYONE FEEDING THEIR PET SPORTMIX PET FOOD SHOULD READ THIS!  MORE THAN 70 PETS DIE OF HIGH LEVELS OF AFLATOXIN IN PET FOOD! The U.S. Food & Drug Administration is alerting pet parents and veterinary professionals about a...
Spinach Cheese Spoons Dog Treats

Spinach Cheese Spoons Dog Treats

Spinach Cheese Spoons Dog Treats Happy Friday everyone!  We are back to having “Friday Treats Friday” again.  As I was putting these two simple ingredients together, the spinach leaves looked like little spoons to me with cheese on them so hence the name; Spinach...
January 2021 Pet Holidays

January 2021 Pet Holidays

January 2021 Pet Holidays Happy Wednesday everyone!  January 2021 is here with pet day holidays and month long pet celebrations.  If you are like me, you have put away your holiday decor and are making your resolutions and plans for the new year and that includes...
Why Do Dogs Smell When Wet?

Why Do Dogs Smell When Wet?

Why Do Dogs Smell When Wet? Happy Monday everyone!  This month has been packed full of holiday posts and I wanted to get back to the dogs today.  We had a beautiful white snowy Christmas.  The snow fell like crystals across the yard leaving a glistening white blanket....
DIY Paw Print Christmas Ornament

DIY Paw Print Christmas Ornament

DIY Paw Print Christmas Ornament This is a re-post:  We are day 22 of The 24 Days Before Christmas!  This DIY Paw Print Ornament is a perfect gift for anyone who has a furry best friend.  This is for anyone looking for a last minute gift for the pet lover in your...
What Is Cerebellar Hypoplasia Dogs?

What Is Cerebellar Hypoplasia Dogs?

What Is Cerebellar Hypoplasia Dogs? Happy Monday everyone!  I’ve talked many times before about my Instagram account @twoadorablelabs and follow many rescue organizations who take in sick and unwanted animals.  Many with Cerebellar Hypoplasia.  I have never seen...
Are Cats Lactose Intolerant?

Are Cats Lactose Intolerant?

Are Cats Lactose Intolerant? Are cats Lactose Intolerant?  We visualize a cat drinking from a saucer of milk, contently walking away to lay in the sun but is this really good for them?  Experts tell what Lactose means and how it affects kittens into adulthood....
21 Gift Ideas For Pet Lovers

21 Gift Ideas For Pet Lovers

21 Gift Ideas For Pet Lovers Happy Wednesday everyone!  I’ve been thinking of what to get the dogs for Christmas this year and it’s been decided!  Jake and Maggie are getting new doggie beds!  Of course they will be getting new toys and treats and this got me thinking...
MRSA – The Hidden Threat To Your Pet

MRSA – The Hidden Threat To Your Pet

MRSA – The Hidden Threat To Your Pet Happy Monday everyone!!!  I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving!  I got a call over the weekend from a friend whose dog had surgery and developed an infection on her leg.  The vet determined she had a doggie form of MRSA!...
Puppy Fried Green Beans

Puppy Fried Green Beans

Puppy Fried Green Beans Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!  This treat was inspired by my recent lunch date with Thomas to PF Chang’s China Bistro!  We both ordered an appetizer and when my fried green beans arrived, it hit me!  Why not make Puppy Fried...
Dental Hygiene For Your Cat

Dental Hygiene For Your Cat

Dental Hygiene For Your Cat Happy Monday everyone!  I had a totally different post planned for today about all of the accomplishments Two Adorable Labs (TAL) has made over the last year!  2020 has been a busy one with a new website, marketing material, online store,...
Frozen Flaxseed Puppy Treats

Frozen Flaxseed Puppy Treats

Frozen Flaxseed Puppy Treats It’s “Friday Treats Friday” and I have a delicious and easy Frozen Flaxseed Puppy Treat for your pup!  All it takes is 3 simple ingredients; organic flaxseed, canned pumpkin, and unsweetened applesauce, your favorite mold...
Benefits Of Giving Your Dog Pumpkin

Benefits Of Giving Your Dog Pumpkin

Benefits Of Giving Your Dog Pumpkin Happy Monday everyone!  With October almost over and Thanksgiving right around the corner, I’ve been searching Pinterest for baking ideas using pumpkin!  Looking back over my homemade dog treat recipes and posting the Puppy...
Puppy Russian Butter Balls

Puppy Russian Butter Balls

Puppy Russian Butter Balls Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!  Do you love Russian Butter Balls or also called Snowball cookies?  Well, I’ve created a recipe so your pup can eat them to.  Made with canned pumpkin, whole wheat flour, egg, peanut butter, and rolled...
Doggie Oatmeal

Doggie Oatmeal

Doggie Oatmeal Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!  In keeping with the fall theme this month (cause we are all about the fall season in the Domitrovich household), I developed this Doggie Oatmeal recipe but without the oatmeal!  LOL!  Made with two large ripe...
What’s The Perfect Dog Poop?

What’s The Perfect Dog Poop?

What’s The Perfect Dog Poop? Happy Monday everyone!  Are we taking about dog poop today?  Yes, we are!  I know it’s not the most attractive topic but it is something that we all should be aware of.  What’s the perfect dog poop?  Do you look at your dog’s fecal...
Frozen Applesauce Cinnamon Oat Treat

Frozen Applesauce Cinnamon Oat Treat

Frozen Applesauce Cinnamon Oat Treat Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!  I’m so excited that October is here!  I just picked Jake and Maggie up from the groomers and as they sit quietly in the back seat, I’m talking to them about what fall themed treats I’m going...
Party Fruit For Your Pup

Party Fruit For Your Pup

Party Fruit For Your Pup Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!  I’ve missed the last two weeks because I’ve been working hard on the cookbook.  This project has been so much fun and is nearing the end.  I set a deadline for publishing in...
How To Remove Pet Hair

How To Remove Pet Hair

How To Remove Pet Hair Happy Monday everyone!  Hope you all had a great weekend!  If you are like me, you take your dogs everywhere with you and that means dog hair in your car. Do you allow your pets to enjoy naps on the couch? How do you remove pet hair?  It is so...
Can Dogs Eat Gelatin?

Can Dogs Eat Gelatin?

Can Dogs Eat Gelatin? Happy Monday everyone!  I normally create a new homemade treat to post on Fridays but today I’m going to show you something really neat…watermelon flavored ice cream mix for dogs made by Pooch Creamery!  It is made with whole milk...
Puppy Hamburger Medallions

Puppy Hamburger Medallions

Puppy Hamburger Medallions Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!  I’m so excited because fall is here.  Well, actually, it’s not officially fall until the 22nd but as soon as September 1st hits, it is fall for me!  I start thinking fall...
Three Ways Cats Communicate

Three Ways Cats Communicate

Three Ways Cats Communicate Happy Monday everyone!  Can you believe it’s the end of August!!! I wanted to enjoy the last weekend of August but instead I was in the kitchen all weekend baking and cooking for my cookbook.  You guys, I made some delicious dishes and...
Dehydrated Broccoli And Tilapia

Dehydrated Broccoli And Tilapia

Dehydrated Broccoli And Tilapia Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!  As promised, I have finally dehydrated broccoli…and…tilapia!  I figured I would give you something extra since I’ve been promising broccoli for the last two weeks and kept changing my mind on...
Why Waggle?

Why Waggle?

Why Waggle? Happy Wednesday everyone!  I hope you are all having a wonderful week. We have all heard the sad stories of someone having to put their beloved pet down because they simply could not afford the medical costs.  I’ve talked about pet insurance before “How To...
Why Wagmo?

Why Wagmo?

Why Wagmo? Happy Monday everyone!  I watch Jake and Maggie like a hawk and noticed that Maggie was picking up weight which surprised me.  Every day we play frisbee outside and she runs like a bullet plus she is active in the house.  Her eating habits have not changed...
Why Do Dogs And Cats Lick Us?

Why Do Dogs And Cats Lick Us?

Why Do Dogs And Cats Lick Us? Happy Monday everyone!  I hope you all had a great weekend.  I wrote this post because I have two sweet labs who love to lick me but I call it “giving kisses”!  As I type this, Jake is laying next to me giving me kisses on my leg....
Puppy Apple Crisp

Puppy Apple Crisp

Puppy Apple Crisp Happy “Friday Treats Friday”!  When I was writing Monday’s post “Can Dog’s Eat Honey? (HERE), I was thinking I would create an apple pie recipe similar to the one (HERE) only loaded with apples but decided to put a twist on it.  And the...
Can Dogs Eat Honey?

Can Dogs Eat Honey?

Can Dogs Eat Honey? Happy Monday everyone!  Over the weekend, Jake woke us up at 2:30 am Saturday morning coughing and gagging as if he had kennel cough.  I recently put him on Apoquel for his allergies and gave him one pill which calmed him down.  I called our vet...
Puppy Pretzels With Cheese

Puppy Pretzels With Cheese

Puppy Pretzels With Cheese Happy Friday everyone!  It’s “Friday Treats Friday” and we have homemade pretzels and cheese this week!  First, let me just tell you that this recipe smells soooooo good!  It is like having an apple pie baking in your oven.  I just had to...
Frozen Yogurt Blueberry Bones

Frozen Yogurt Blueberry Bones

Frozen Yogurt Blueberry Bones Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!  What fun plans do you have this weekend? If you read Wednesday’s post Caprese Sandwich (HERE), I told you about our project building custom cabinets in our garage.  Well, we have...
Mini Tuna Bites

Mini Tuna Bites

Mini Tuna Bites Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!  This week flew by and here we are!  I was so excited to post this recipe because I made a promise that I would include more cat related posts and when I found this one on Chewy.com, I knew I had to make it for...
Electrical Safety And Your Pet

Steak, Broccoli, And Whole Wheat Pasta Dish

Happy Friday everyone!  It’s another “Friday Treats Friday” for you and I’m so excited to talk about this “dish” I made for the pups.  I will say this right now…It is LAB TEST, DOGGIE APPROVED!  This isn’t a treat, it’s a whole dish but you can very easily make it...
Mushroom Poisoning In Dogs And Cats

Mushroom Poisoning In Dogs And Cats

Happy Monday everyone!  I hope you all had a wonderful July 4th weekend.   Today’s post was very easy to come up with because I’ve received several suggestions on blog ideas and poisonous mushrooms was one of them.  Last year we had a problem with mushroom beds...
Frozen Banana Bites

Frozen Banana Bites

Happy Friday everyone!  It’s “Friday Treats Friday” and I hope you are enjoying these as much as I am.  I have to admit that I was a bit stumped this week on what to create for you.  I feel like I’ve been using whole wheat floured recipes so much and wanted to change...
Pupperoni Pizzas

Pupperoni Pizzas

Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!!!!  If you didn’t read my post on Wednesday (HERE), I talked about my love for pizza and the idea came to me…why not make mini Pupperoni Pizzas for Jake and Maggie?!?! We have a major project going on at home making custom made...
Questionnaire Results

Questionnaire Results

Happy Monday everyone!!!  I want to thank everyone for participating in my questionnaire.  I really appreciate the time you took and all of your invaluable feedback.  I’ve listened and will implement all the changes. From time to time, I will put out a few questions...
Banana Bread Pup Cakes

Banana Bread Pup Cakes

Banana Bread Pup Cakes Happy “Friday Treats Friday” everyone!!!!  I really enjoyed baking these Banana Bread Pup Cakes for Jake and Maggie’s birthday.  I loved planning their party and seeing the dogs run around the yard with smiles on their faces....
Puppy Party Ideas

Puppy Party Ideas

Happy Wednesday everyone!  Thanks for tuning in to the second part of Jake and Maggie’s birthday party.  See the first part HERE.  There was so much information and fun pictures that I couldn’t fit it all into one post.  I’ve been told I’m a...
Milkbone Doggie Sandwiches

Milkbone Doggie Sandwiches

It’s “Friday Treats Friday” and I’ve created something SUPER simple for you and your pup!  Jake and Maggie turned 3 years old on Monday and because we are giving them a big birthday party on Saturday, I kept it simple.  I got their “Happy...
Castor Bean Plant Toxic To Dogs

Castor Bean Plant Toxic To Dogs

Happy Monday everyone!  I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend.  Thomas and I spent the last week and weekend checking off our to-do list.  We weeded, planted, mulched, pressure washed, stained, cleaned, and played with the pups.  Although I am talking about a...
Hamburger Treats

Hamburger Treats

Happy Friday everyone!!  It’s another edition of “Friday Treats Friday” where I give you a homemade treat for your pup!  Today is all about burgers!  I was turning on the grill to make Thomas a burger and thought why not make Jake and Maggie one.  We...
Can Dogs Get Skin Cancer?

Can Dogs Get Skin Cancer?

Can dogs get skin cancer?  The answer is yes!  As with humans, sun exposure is a factor in dog skin cancers. Even though most pups are covered in hair, the sun can still penetrate through the coat and cause damage to sparsely protected areas like the nose and ears....
Frozen Watermelon Pineapple Treats

Frozen Watermelon Pineapple Treats

It’s another “Friday Treats Friday” and I’ve made something sweet and colorful to kick off summer!  I bought a pineapple the other day and gave Jake and Maggie a few small pieces in which they devoured and wanted more!  I already know they love watermelon so I...
Pea-nutty Apple Pie Treat

Pea-nutty Apple Pie Treat

Pea-nutty Apple Pie Treat Happy “Friday Treats” Friday everyone!!  Today we are talking about Pea-nutty Apple Pie Treats for our fur babies!  I was at the grocery store today buying up everything for the weekend and our Memorial Day celebration and guess who was on my...
Is Parsley Good For Dogs?

Is Parsley Good For Dogs?

Is Parsley Good For Dogs? I’ve been talking about starting my own (in-house) herb garden for a while now and I finally did it!  Honestly, I was nervous but I have no idea why because there is nothing to it but buying your containers, purchasing your desired herb...
Blueberry Almond Banana Pancake Treats

Blueberry Almond Banana Pancake Treats

I couldn’t wait to show you this recipe (below)!  First I have to brag about how yummy these treats are.  I got tail wags and doggie kisses for this one!  I will admit that I’m an amateur photographer but working on my skills every day and these pictures look...
Tiger Is Ready For Adoption

Tiger Is Ready For Adoption

Hello! My name is Tiger! I am the most lovable, snuggliest, sweetest boy around. l am the epitome of a lap cat! I just want to be petted all day long. As soon as we make eye contact, I start making muffins. I am a bit head shy, so I need a slow and gentle hand. I can...
Frozen Apple Peanut Butter Brittle

Frozen Apple Peanut Butter Brittle

Frozen Apple Peanut Butter Brittle I am so excited to put this Frozen Apple Peanut Butter Brittle doggie treat recipe out to you guys!!  Can you imagine slivered apples, peanut butter, and oats together and frozen into brittle?  Well, this recipe is doggie approved...
Air Filters And Pet Dander

Air Filters And Pet Dander

Spring is finally here!  It has been a chilly one and it hasn’t stopped my allergies from knocking me off my feet!!  I’m glad Jake and Maggie have such thick healthy coats to protect them but I’ve noticed as spring moves forward, they are shedding a bit more.  The...
What Is A Sebaceous Cyst?

What Is A Sebaceous Cyst?

Last week I found a small cyst on Maggie’s back in between her shoulder blades which was about the size of a dime?  I made an appointment to see our vet and he explained it was a pimple that would keep getting bigger and eventually rupture. It had to come out.  What...
Easter Egg Hunt With Jake And Maggie

Easter Egg Hunt With Jake And Maggie

Easter Egg Hunt With Jake And Maggie This is a re-post:  I absolutely love putting together games for Jake and Maggie and their Easter Egg Hunt did not disappoint.  They had a blast.  I want to re-create the game this year but it’s been raining so much....
Animal Finders of Beaver County PA

Animal Finders of Beaver County PA

I reached out to the Beaver County Humane Society last week and in my conversations with them and animal control, I was put in contact with a Dusty Popovich of Animal Finders of Beaver County PA.  If you have a missing pet or know of someone who has lost their beloved...
Do Not Adopt Blacklist

Do Not Adopt Blacklist

Do Not Adopt Blacklist I’ve been trying to keep my blog posts positive and upbeat during this stressful and unknown time in our lives dealing with the Coronavirus but I’m haunted by something that has led me to this point.  I made some phone calls last week and think...
Can Dogs Get Pimples?

Can Dogs Get Pimples?

Can Dogs Get Pimples? Did you know that dogs can get acne just as people do?  Have you ever seen a dog with white and red pimples around their mouth?  When I adopted my old dog Bear years ago from the shelter, he was around 1 year old and I noticed tiny bumps around...
Can You Claim Your Dog On Your Taxes?

Can You Claim Your Dog On Your Taxes?

Can You Claim Your Dog On Your Taxes? This is a re-post from March 2020 but since tax season is upon us, I thought I’d share incase some of you missed it.   This post might be a little late for some of you, but I thought about it today and did some research....
Very Very Veggie Easter Treat

Very Very Veggie Easter Treat

Very Very Veggie Easter Treat Have you been wanting to make healthy homemade dog treats but have been to intimated to try?  Afraid to mess them up or your dogs won’t like them?  Well, these are healthy, doggie approved, easier than ever made dog treats and in shapes...
What Is Biofilm?

What Is Biofilm?

What Is Biofilm? Have you ever picked up your dog’s water bowl and dishes and felt a slimy substance on your fingertips?  That is called Biofilm.  A Biofilm forms when certain microorganisms (for example, some types of bacteria) adhere to the surface of some object in...
Whipped Egg Broccoli Spinach Treats

Whipped Egg Broccoli Spinach Treats

Whipped Egg Broccoli Spinach Treats This is a re-post.  I made these for St. Patrick’s Day but I think they would be perfect for Easter!  These daisy shaped molds would look perfect as an Easter doggie treat!  While you are cooking breakfast, brunch, or dinner,...
Should Dogs Be Allowed In Grocery Stores?

Should Dogs Be Allowed In Grocery Stores?

Should Dogs Be Allowed In Grocery Stores? I was in our local JoAnn Fabrics Store the other day and noticed the “Pets Allowed” sign on the door as I was checking out.  I expressed my excitement to the cashier but noticed the side eye from the lady next to me.  My next...
Pet Honored Holidays For March 2020

Pet Honored Holidays For March 2020

Pet Honored Holidays For March 2020 Yesterday, Sunday, March 8th was International Women’s Day!  International Women’s Day (March 8) is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women – while also marking a call to...
What Is A Reverse Sneeze In Dogs?

What Is A Reverse Sneeze In Dogs?

What Is A Reverse Sneeze In Dogs? Have you ever heard of a dog reverse sneezing?  I never did until years ago when I witnessed our dog Bear doing something very odd that seemed uncomfortable for him.  I quickly made a vet appointment only to find out he was having a...
Online Store Launch With Barkville Bakery

Online Store Launch With Barkville Bakery

Online Store Launch With Barkville Bakery I’m so excited to tell you that my on-line store has launched!  I am working with three amazing women owned businesses:  Barkville Bakery, Puppy Paws Coffee Company, and The Pampered Pooches.  They not only came highly...
Traveling With Your Pet

Traveling With Your Pet

Traveling With Your Pet Are you tired of this wintery weather and looking forward to spring?  Do you have any camping trips planned this year with you and your pet?  Before you and your BFF hit the trails, make a check list of what you need to bring.  Don’t forget any...
Veggie Clover Dog Treats

Veggie Clover Dog Treats

Veggie Clover Dog Treats This is a re-post:  Happy Monday everyone!!!  I’m kicking off March 1st with this Shamrock Shaped Veggie Clover Dog Treat for you and your pups to try!  This is a re-post with a few additions but what better way to celebrate St....
Benefits Of Therapy Dogs In Schools

Benefits Of Therapy Dogs In Schools

Benefits Of Therapy Dogs In Schools With Jake and Maggie passing their second TDI test with Thomas as their handler, we can now all volunteer together.  I’m so excited because Jake and Maggie are signed up to do some reading classes for the children at two local...
Careers Involving Animals

Careers Involving Animals

Careers Involving Animals What did you want to be when you grew up?  Did you stay on track and become what you always wanted or did you veer off choosing another profession?  I wanted to be a veterinarian but as time went on, I changed my mind and went into business....
What Is Dog Flipping?

What Is Dog Flipping?

What Is Dog Flipping? Can you imagine letting your dog out and after a few minutes wondering why he hasn’t barked at the door to be let in only to find he is gone!!!  The chain is laying on the ground, the gate is closed to the fence, no one has seen your sweet pup...
Road Dogs and Rescue

Road Dogs and Rescue

Road Dogs and Rescue I’m very excited to talk about an interview that I did with Alyssa Thai, Social Media Marketing for Road Dogs and Rescue at https://www.roadogsandrescue.org.  I contacted Road Dogs via a direct message through Instagram wanting to know more about...
Dying Your Dog’s Fur; Cute or Cruel?

Dying Your Dog’s Fur; Cute or Cruel?

Dying Your Dog’s Fur; Cute or Cruel? Thomas and I went into town this weekend for lunch and the Pittsburgh Auto Show at the David Lawrence Convention Center.  If you have never been to a car show, I think it is something fun to try especially if you are in the...
Celebrating Your Dog On Valentine’s Day

Celebrating Your Dog On Valentine’s Day

Celebrating Your Dog On Valentine’s Day This is a re-post from 2020 containing more information.  Valentine’s Day is right around the corner!  How are you celebrating it?  We are having dinner with Jake and Maggie at home. I was so excited when I logged...
Veggie Fruit Chews

Veggie Fruit Chews

Veggie Fruit Chews Jake and Maggie have been volunteering at local area assisted living and rehab centers and are loving their new jobs!!  The patients and medical staff love seeing them and it is a wonderful feeling knowing we have put a smile on their faces.  The...
What Is Hydrocephalus?

What Is Hydrocephalus?

What is Hydrocephalus in dogs and cats?  I have an instagram account full of adorable dogs that make me smile.  I also follow organizations that take in dogs with disabilities, put them into foster care to be cared for until they find them forever homes.  I am friends...
Aujeszky’s Disease In Dogs

Aujeszky’s Disease In Dogs

I recently noticed that Jake’s left ear was red and swollen and after a trip to the vet, he has the start of an ear infection and some yeast was showing during the swab test.  During Jake’s visit, I had a conversation with my vet about what I was feeding the dogs and...

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