by Two Adorable Labs | Mar 21, 2023 | Garden, Maggie Lane Designs, Pet Health, Pets
A Chemical Free Yard For Your Pet Happy Wednesday everyone! Today was so beautiful with sunny skies that it made me want to go out and start my yard work (boy do I have a lot to do). I always consider the dogs when fertilizing and planting. We have a grub problem...
by Two Adorable Labs | Mar 14, 2023 | Pet Health, Pets
Do Dogs Know When They Are Going To Die? Happy Wednesday everyone! Do Dogs Know When They Are Going To Die? This is not a happy topic but one that I wanted to write about. I was looking at the calendar today and on April 6th almost 7 years ago, our sweet Bella...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 21, 2023 | Life, Pet Health, Pets, Travel
Jake’s Surgery At Ohio State University Veterinary Medical Center And Dog Friendly Columbus, OH Happy Wednesday everyone! I previously wrote a post about Jake’s Luxating Patella/Cranial Cruciate surgery last year and we thought we were out of the water. But...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 14, 2023 | Pet Health, Pets
How Does A Dog’s Immune System Work? Happy Wednesday everyone! Today on the blog we are answering questions on How Does A Dog’s Immune System Work? I found this topic particularly interesting because every time I would take Jake And Maggie to their yearly...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 24, 2023 | Pet Health, Pets
Why Does My Dog Smell Like Fish? Happy Wednesday everyone! Today on the blog we are talking about Why Does My Dog Smell Like Fish? I will admit that Jake And Maggie have had problems off and on since they were pups with their paws smelling like Fritos (see my post...
by Two Adorable Labs | Dec 14, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets, Products, Tips and Tricks
What To Think About Before Welcoming A New Kitten Into Your Home Happy Thursday everyone! We are day 15 into The 24 Days Before Christmas and we are talking about Welcoming A New Kitten Into Your Home! I think this post is so appropriate for this time of year plus I...
by Two Adorable Labs | Dec 5, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
What Is Dog Trancing? Happy Tuesday everyone! We are day 6 into The 24 Days Before Christmas and we are talking about What Is Dog Trancing? I have never heard of this before and was curious as to what it meant. I don’t think Jake And Maggie have ever done it but I...
by Two Adorable Labs | Sep 21, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
Luxating Patella / Cranial Cruciate Ligament Happy Wednesday everyone! I’ve mentioned in the last few blog posts that Jake has had some surgery and that surgery was to fix a Luxating Patella and Cranial Cruciate Ligament. He is doing very well but we had some ups...
by Two Adorable Labs | Sep 13, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
11 First Aid Procedures For Your Dog In Case Of Emergency Happy Wednesday everyone! Take it from me…owning a dog is so rewarding but accidents and emergencies can happen. Jake had to have ACL surgery recently and we are spending time recovering. It’s been a process...
by Two Adorable Labs | Aug 28, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
What Is A Tonic-Clonic Seizure In Dogs? Happy Monday everyone! On the blog today…What Is Tonic-Clonic Seizures In Dogs? In a tonic-clonic seizure, the first, very short phase is the tonic. The dog will suddenly stiffen and collapse if standing. Next is the...
by Two Adorable Labs | Aug 16, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
Vestibular Syndrome In Dogs And Cats Happy Wednesday everyone! We know that dogs and cats can get ailments and sickness just like humans do but did you know they can suffer from Vestibular Syndrome. Vestibular Syndrome refers to a group of diseases that affect the...
by Two Adorable Labs | Aug 2, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
What Is Refeeding Syndrome? Happy Wednesday everyone! I’m a big fan of Instagram but sometimes the images are quite graphic as they were this week. Seeing the many starved animals due to abuse is heartbreaking but it’s also made me aware of what Refeeding Syndrome...
by Upframe Creative | Jul 28, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
10 Dog Sleeping Positions Happy Monday everyone! I love watching Jake and Maggie sleep. They look and feel so safe and content and I love that. Are you like me and do you wonder what their sleeping positions actually mean? Did you know that your dog’s sleeping...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jul 24, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
Tips On Flying With Your Pet Happy Monday everyone! Today on the blog we talk about Tips On Flying With Your Pet. Mr. TAL and I cancelled our trip to Asheville and had a staycation instead but are keeping our trip to Tennessee in September. We’ve talked about...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jun 26, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
What Is Hyperkeratosis In Dogs? Happy Monday everyone! Is your pet showing signs of Hyperkeratosis? I think I’ve dealt with pretty much everything when it comes to pets and animals but then I heard about dogs excessively producing to much keratin and I had to...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jun 14, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
Are Dandelions Toxic To Dogs? Happy Wednesday everyone! We had Jake And Maggie out all weekend and at one point I caught Jake with a dandelion fuzz stuck to his nose. Darn if I didn’t leave my phone in the house and couldn’t take a picture. He looked so cute. It...
by Two Adorable Labs | May 8, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
Safe Swimming Tips For Your Dog Happy Monday everyone! With summer fast approaching we will be taking Jake And Maggie on vacations with us with swimming involved. I started researching different dog friendly hotels and pet-friendly activities and thought I’d share a...
by Two Adorable Labs | Apr 5, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
Doggie Eye Boogies And What They Mean Happy Wednesday everyone! Have you ever wondered if your dog’s eye boogies are normal? If you have, you are not alone. I’m writing on this topic because Maggie constantly has eye boogies (as I call them) and now Jake has been...
by Two Adorable Labs | Mar 14, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
Taking Your Dog To A Pet Friendly Restaurant Happy Monday everyone! Today on the blog we are talking about Taking Your Dog To A Pet Friendly Restaurant. Mr. TAL and I are taking Jake and Maggie on vacation with us this year to Ashville, NC! We talked this weekend...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 28, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
Can Dogs Read Your Chemical Reactions? Happy Monday everyone! Today on the blog…Can Dogs Read Your Chemical Reactions? Studies show they can. You may have heard people say that their dog can read their mind. I know Jake And Maggie can read mine. Every pet I have...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 22, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
What Does Your Dog’s Facial Expression Mean? Happy Wednesday everyone! What does your dog’s facial expression mean? Maggie has a smile that lights up the world while Jake is more serious. The trait that both of them share is that their eyes sparkle which...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 15, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads? Happy Wednesday everyone! Why Do Dogs Tilt Their Heads? It is the cutest thing EVER when you are talking to your pet and they start tilting their head back and forth as if to say that you are special and you are their human! I...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 12, 2022 | Pet Health, Pets
Addison’s Disease In Dogs Happy Wednesday everyone! A friend of mine recently had a scare with her dog when the vet told her he might have Addison’s disease. Fortunately, after the tests came back, it showed no signs of being Addison’s. I had never heard of...
by Two Adorable Labs | Nov 14, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
Are Asian Lady Bugs A Threat To Your Dog? Happy Monday everyone! Are Asian Lady Bugs A Threat To Your Dog? Did you get to experience the swarms of Asian Lady Bugs covering your house last week? We did and I couldn’t believe it. One minute it was calm and quiet and...
by Two Adorable Labs | Oct 31, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
How Pet Psychics Communicate With Pets Happy Monday everyone! Have you ever experienced the loss of a dear pet and with a breaking heart wanted to talk them again? Many have, including myself, and contacting a pet psychic isn’t out of the norm. Are you interested...
by Two Adorable Labs | Oct 28, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets, Products
Keeping Your Pet Safe During Halloween This is a re-post from last year. Although this was only a year ago, I like to re-post incase you may have missed a blog or two or need a refresh. With Halloween not too far away, I thought this would be fun to put out again. ...
by Two Adorable Labs | Oct 11, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
How to Recognize And Treat Cat Dandruff Happy Monday everyone! How to Recognize and Treat Cat Dandruff. Years ago, my parents started feeding a stray cat that made her home under their shrubs where she had her kittens. We named her Boo Boo Kitty and she is one of...
by Two Adorable Labs | Sep 21, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
What is Bobcat Fever In Cats? Happy Wednesday everyone! Have you ever heard of Bobcat Fever In Cats? I was reading through a magazine and came upon an article about Bobcat Fever that I found very interesting. I have never heard of this before and wondered if any of...
by Two Adorable Labs | Sep 7, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
Are Dryer Sheets Toxic To Your Pet? Happy Wednesday everyone!!! I recently received a question asking if dryer sheets are toxic to pets and I immediately said yes but wanted to do more research for all of you. Are Dryer Sheets Toxic To Pets? Yes they are and you...
by Two Adorable Labs | Sep 2, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
How To Bathe A Cat Happy Friday everyone! Did you know September is National Happy, Healthy Cat Month!???? It was Wednesday, September 1st and I totally missed it but better late than never I always say. I had my notes ready and was planning on doing a cat post...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jul 28, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
What To Do If Your Dog Has Been Stung By A Bee Happy Wednesday everyone! What would you do if your pup got stung by a bee? I was thinking about this the other day as I was watching the many bumble bees buzzing about my yard. Jake And Maggie are not phased by these...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jul 25, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
Help Protect Wildlife And Their Habitat Happy Monday everyone! You Can Help Protect Wildlife And Their Habitat In Your Home And Yard is the last of my three part series on animal protection and ending animal cruelty. There has been a wealth of information that I’ve...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jul 25, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
Ways To Prevent Animal Cruelty And Suffering Happy Monday everyone! This is the second part of my three part series where I talk about Ways You Can Prevent Animal Cruelty And Suffering. I’ve written several posts over the years on adopting from shelters and animal...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jul 20, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
How You Can Help Save The Animals Happy Wednesday everyone! I always try and write uplifting, educational, and fun posts but sometimes I have to write about the harsh reality of animal cruelty and that is hard to do. I’ve written about the Yulin Dog Meat...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jul 11, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
What Is Canine Influenza? Happy Monday everyone! Is your pet not acting himself? He might have the flu! What is Canine Influenza? Canine influenza, or dog flu, is a highly contagious, viral respiratory disease. Unlike the human flu, canine influenza is not a...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jun 8, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
How To Treat Dog Lice Happy Wednesday everyone! As promised, today’s post is a continuation of Monday’s “What Are Dog Lice?. There was a wealth of information out there about doggie lice and to put it all into one post would have been a lot. I’m hoping my posts can...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jun 6, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
What Are Dog Lice? Happy Monday everyone! It’s funny how conversations can bring up new ideas for blog posts and this one comes from talks about head lice which made me wonder if dogs can get lice? Lice on dogs are not the most common infestation, but it can happen....
by Two Adorable Labs | May 19, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
Developing Trust And A Routine Happy Wednesday everyone! Developing Trust and A Routine! We all want that in our lives and as I said in my last post, animals are just like humans which means they want trust too. Animals learn to love and protect as soon as they are...
by Two Adorable Labs | May 17, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
Fun Facts About Animals; Our Pets Happy Monday everyone! Spring is here, the weather is beautiful, our garden is growing, and we are leaving on Friday for vacation! I had a totally different post planned but decided on this “Fun Facts About Animals; Our...
by Two Adorable Labs | May 13, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
12 Things That Humans Do That Annoy Their Dog Happy Friday everyone!!! Have you ever wondered if you annoy your dog? Here are 12 Things Humans Do That Annoy Their Dog! I am constantly hugging Jake because he LOVES it but Maggie is more of a pet me and walk away...
by Two Adorable Labs | May 2, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
Do Dogs And Cats Have A Natural Ability To Respond To Crystals? Happy Monday everyone! Do dogs and cats have a natural ability to respond to crystals? A trend that’s becoming increasingly popular among pet parents who want to go the alternative route is the use of...
by Two Adorable Labs | Apr 11, 2021 | Interior Design, Maggie Lane Designs, Pet Health, Pets
Pet Safe Paint Happy Monday everyone! Who is ready for home projects? We are and we are checking items off our “to-do” list!! Pet Safe Paint…Spring is here and we are working on getting our home projects done which means painting and more...
by Two Adorable Labs | Apr 4, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
How To Organize An Egg Hunt For Your Pup This is a re-post. I thought this would be so fun to put out again. The last few years we have organized an Easter egg hunt for Jake And Maggie and it is so much fun. This year is no different. I’ve already purchased...
by Two Adorable Labs | Mar 14, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
Supplements For Dogs Fighting Cancer Happy Monday everyone! The weather was so beautiful this weekend and perfect for playing frisbee with Jake and Maggie. I noticed they are a bit slower this spring than last and I think it’s due to putting on a few pounds so I’ve...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 24, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
When To Spay And Neuter Your Pet Happy Wednesday everyone! I was looking at Jake and Maggie today and thinking that in June they will be four years old. I remember asking the vet when was the earliest I could get them fixed as they were brother and sister, as well...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 16, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
What Does The Color Of Your Dogs Gums Mean? Happy Wednesday everyone! Are you coming down from your sugar high after this Valentine’s Day weekend? Speaking of sugar, Jake and Maggie got some fun treats to eat this Valentine’s Day and it got me thinking...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 15, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 7, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 27, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 18, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
Why Do Dogs Like To Roll In The Snow? This is a re-post with updated links Happy Monday everyone! We had snow again this weekend and it was beautiful. Jake and Maggie loved it! We played frisbee, they rolled around, sniffed and made tunnels with their noses in...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 12, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 6, 2021 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Dec 27, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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....
by Two Adorable Labs | Dec 13, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Dec 6, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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....
by Two Adorable Labs | Nov 30, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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!...
by Two Adorable Labs | Nov 10, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
Is Secondhand Smoke Dangerous For Your Pet? November 20 is National Stop Smoking Day. We have all heard about the detrimental effects of second hand smoke on people. But, have you taken the time to think about its effects on our pets? Are you a smoker? Did you know...
by Two Adorable Labs | Oct 25, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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,...
by Two Adorable Labs | Oct 18, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Oct 5, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Sep 27, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets, Products, Tips and Tricks
Ways To Save On Pet Expenses Happy Monday everyone!! We got a delivery on Saturday from SmartyPaws Vitamins for the dogs, see previous post (HERE) and I said to Thomas, between their insurance (HERE), organic food, organic treats, vitamins and probiotics, I need to...
by Two Adorable Labs | Sep 13, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Sep 7, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets, Products, Tips and Tricks
A Checklist For Dog Owners Expecting Pups Happy Labor Day everyone! I recently had a conversation with a dog owner whose female dog is pregnant and expecting puppies very soon. She wanted to know if there was a supplement to give her dog incase she could not produce...
by Two Adorable Labs | Aug 30, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Aug 21, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Aug 21, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Aug 9, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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....
by Two Adorable Labs | Aug 2, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets, Products
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jul 28, 2020 | Electrical Safety, Jakes Garage, Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
Electrical Safety And Your Pet Happy Wednesday everyone! I’ve been promising a video from guest speaker, Thomas Domitrovich (AKA My Husband) about electrical safety and pets and here it is!! Thomas is the Vice President of Technical Sales for Eaton Corporation and...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jul 20, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets, Products
Can Dogs Get Dry Skin From Chlorinated Water? I recently took Jake and Maggie to swim in my sister’s pool and two days later, I noticed dry skin and dandruff on Jake and then Maggie. This prompted me to do some research as I did not think about the chlorinated water...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jul 7, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets, Products
Is Weed And Feed Toxic To Dogs And Cats? Re-post – Spring is here and we are thinking about all of the outside work that needs done. Mr. TAL and I have a long list and are looking forward to cooking out on the grill, sitting on our patio with the dogs, and...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jul 5, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jun 7, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | May 31, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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....
by Two Adorable Labs | May 19, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
Have you ever wondered what the anatomy of a dog’s paw is? I have and according to AKC, a dog’s paw is made up of skin, bone, tendons, ligaments, blood supply, and connective tissue. That doesn’t sound all that different from our anatomy and for that, we have to be...
by Two Adorable Labs | May 18, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | May 6, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
Did you know that in the US about 90 percent of snakebites occur between April and October? What to do if your pet has been bitten and how to prevent a snake bite. Stay away from high grassy areas, leaf piles, rocks, caverns; any place that you would know a snake...
by Two Adorable Labs | Apr 28, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
Dilated cardiomyopathy or DCM occurs in cats where it is associated with a nutritional deficiency. Dilated cardiomyopathy is one of the most common heart diseases in dogs, according to the Pet Health Network. With DCM, heart muscles degenerate and wear thin. Thinner...
by Two Adorable Labs | Apr 20, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Apr 14, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Apr 12, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
I’m hoping that Easter Sunday brought you joy and happiness. It is a crazy time so I wanted to make it fun for the dogs and us. It rained for a short period but nothing was going to stop me from holding our Easter Egg Hunt for the pups. We worked in the yard...
by Two Adorable Labs | Apr 7, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Apr 2, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Mar 24, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Mar 19, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets, Tips and Tricks
Do Dogs Understand Personal Space? Do dogs really understand the meaning of personal space? I don’t think Jake and Maggie do. I’m sure we are all sick of talking and thinking about the Coronavirus. I know Jake and Maggie are! Every activity I think of...
by Two Adorable Labs | Mar 12, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
Should Dogs Be Allowed In Grocery Stores? Part 2 Are you dying to know what the majority vote is on whether dogs should be allowed in grocery stores? See my post from Wednesday HERE. I promised I would reveal the answer and weigh in on my thoughts as well. A...
by Two Adorable Labs | Mar 11, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Mar 9, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Mar 5, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 19, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 17, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 11, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets, Products, Tips and Tricks
February Is National Pet Dental Health Month Happy Friday everyone! February is almost over but not quite and this re-post is just in time. Genesis Walker, Outreach Specialist, Money.com reached out to me about the importance of pet insurance. This article below,...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 7, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 4, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
I don’t always have a topic in mind when I sit down to write a blog post. Sometimes I refer back to my notes that I keep on blog post ideas and sometimes, they arrive to me out of the blue. Today is one of them. I was walking through Walmart this morning with my...
by Two Adorable Labs | Feb 4, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
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...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 20, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
Responsible dog breeders use simple genetic cheek swabs to look for hidden conditions that may have found their way into a breed. If the dog is a carrier, then they will be bred with a clear dog. This preserves the breed while ensuring that puppies are free of known...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 14, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
My neighbor in Missouri had the most adorable little Shih Tzu I had ever seen. He had this quirky look with a droopy left eye and the sweetest personality. I never asked what was wrong with his face but when she proceeded to tell me where she adopted him and what...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 14, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
What does “Chaining” or “Tethering” of dogs mean? The term refers to the practice of fastening a dog to a stationary object or stake, usually in the owners backyard, as a means of keeping the animal under control. These terms do not refer to the periods when an...
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 7, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
Rene’ Descartes, the 17th century philosopher and mathematician once quotes that animals were not so much organisms but machines, biological devices with no more awareness than a clock. “Animals eat without pleasure, cry without pain; growing without knowing it....
by Two Adorable Labs | Jan 2, 2020 | Pet Health, Pets
How To Find Pet Insurance It’s been an amazing year and I’m so looking forward to what 2020 will bring! I was so excited when the mail came the other day and we received Jake and Maggie’s TDI certifications. Jake and Maggie are on their way to doing great things and...
