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Parties and New Years Eve festivities can be overwhelming, for you and your dog. Making elaborate plans can be frustrating and sometimes expensive, so having a simple night in may be a better bet. If you’re opting to stay in this New Years Eve, there is still plenty you can do, especially with your dog….

With the winter months arriving and the temperatures dipping to below freezing, it can be harder to get your dog their exercise. Exercise is extremely important for your furry friend. It keeps their mental and physical state at their best, getting out any pent up energy and keeping their behavior in check. While it may…

Halloween is right around the corner! You, your family, and friends are probably gearing up for a fun and exciting evening filled with candy and costumes. While Halloween is a great event with fun for the whole family, there is one family member you need to especially look out for – your pup! Halloween can…

Dogs can be hard to understand sometimes. We can’t always read them the way we ready our family members or friends. A huge way to bond with your dog is to understand their body and emotions. To do this, you need to understanding how they communicate. While we use words to communicate, dogs use their…

It’s easy for your dog to become out of shape if you start to slack on their exercise and feed them the wrong food. All too quickly your fun-loving pup can become overweight leading to a sluggishness and decreased motivation. To help you get your dog healthy and stay that way we’ve gathered a few…

Many dogs love swimming. A great form of exercise and source of fun, we love letting our dogs swim, too! No matter the size of your dog or their experience swimming, though, you should always keep an eye on your pup when they go out for a paddle. Here are some safety tips to make…

Has your pup put on a few extra pounds? Perhaps the vet has recommended a weight loss regime? If so, it’s your job as a pet parent to help your pup gain control of their health. Carrying extra weight can be detrimental to your pup’s mental and physical health. Still not convinced?  Carrying even just…

We have posted about cleaning tips for dog owners. In the spirit of keeping things clean around the house, we figured this was the perfect opportunity to share some DIY grooming tips. No matter the length of your pup’s coat, or how much they shed, all dogs should have a regular grooming routine. As leading…

Maintaining a clean and healthy environment in your home is critical to the health of the entire family, including your pet(s). As pet owners we accept a lot of responsibility, one such responsibility is cleaning up after our fur babies. From picking up the yard where they relieve themselves to regularly vacuuming excess dog hair,…

Just like their human companions, dogs can get a little lazy at times, particularly as they get older. If you have recently begun to notice your pup displaying less enthusiasm for active play, it’s important to help them get back into the routine of activity. At Sit Means Sit South Denver, we proudly offer dog…