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This guide will help you determine if doggy daycare is the right option for your dog. A large part of dog ownership is ensuring your pup is properly cared for even when you can’t be together. Whether you work long hours or spend a lot of time outside your house,...

Dog rehab is a helpful and effective tool that aids the post-surgical recovery process so your pet can return to his or her regularly scheduled life. While we believe animals are resilient and are able to recover quickly, sometimes they need a little help.  How Dog...

How long does it take to train a dog? Training a dog is an essential aspect of pet ownership. It makes it safer for your dog to be in public and can strengthen the bond you already share. But how long is the training process? Keep reading to learn more about dog...

Dogs familiarize themselves with the world through scent. Your dog’s nose is always hard at work. Providing scent games to stimulate your dog’s mind can offer enrichment and purpose for your pup’s schnoz and brain. This guide provides insight into the importance of...

Every dog owner knows training their dog is a good idea, but not everyone understands why. Training your dog has many benefits that can positively affect every part of your dog’s life. Training is a must if you want to create a safe and loving environment for your...

The winter has its benefits for people and their pets, but it is not kind to skin and hair. The cold temperatures and the dry indoor air zap moisture, which can wreak havoc on your pet’s coat and irritate skin. Luckily, the team at Union Lake Pet Services has 6 pet...

Pets are living longer than ever before, and we can expect orthopedic changes in aging pets. What orthopedic changes should we expect? Many will affect mobility for senior dogs and cats. The orthopedic changes we see in our aging pets often bring pain, decreased range...

Can dogs tell time? They have many talents that surprise their owners, and there are many things we still do not know about a canine’s abilities. The things we do know are fascinating and make these loving companions even more special.  If your dog has ever run to the...

If you’ve set foot in a pet store or perused a pet supply site recently, you’ve probably seen pet clothes in every size, shape, color, and style. In fact, there are so many pet clothing options that it might seem overwhelming to find some that work for your pet’s body...

As the weather gets colder, the layers come out. Throwing on a cuddly sweater is an excellent way for humans to stay warm on a particularly cold day, but are dog sweaters a good idea for our dogs? The canine body has a different way of regulating temperature. While it...