Do you and your dog love playing fetch at the parks around West St. Louis? Here’s what’s in it for your dog: There’s no denying the fun in fetch. You and your dog walk or drive to a park around St. Louis County or St. Charles County, you bring some tennis balls or a frisbee,...

Where would a cat roam around West St. Louis? As cat owners know, cats are naturally curious and like to roam the neighborhood if given the chance. It’s completely understandable that owners would want to prevent this to avoid hazards like traffic or other neighborhood predators. Other owners are happy to give their cat the...

Hiking with your dog around West St. Louis this fall? Here’s what to bring. Fall is a beautiful time to enjoy the outdoors around St. Louis County or St. Charles County. Hiking trails are typically less crowded, and the fall leaves and crisp air makes for a delightful afternoon. Bringing your dog along is a...

Paw Pad Treatments for Winter Weather Winter weather can be hard on paws. If they dry out, they can crack, split, and hurt. Just as human skin gets dry from our heaters running, pets can experience a similar situation. Add to this the exposure to snow, ice, rain, and cold ground, and our pets can...

Have Your Pets Look Great for the Holidays The holiday season means preparations. Hours are spent preparing holiday feasts. Homes are cleaned into tip-top shape. Trees are trimmed, lights are hung, candles are lit, and festivities begin. And – at virtually every turn – pictures will be snapped and placed on social media. In almost...

Trick-or-treating around West St. Louis this Halloween? Here are our favorite adorable dog costume ideas. Trick-or-treating is a great evening for the community to explore new neighborhoods around St. Louis County or St. Charles County and celebrate the holiday with funky or funny costumes. Don’t leave your dog out on all the fun! As long...

Training tips before visiting dog parks in West St. Louis. Dog parks are a great way to get some fresh air and meet other dog owners around St. Louis County or St. Charles County. They also provide opportunities for much needed socializing for your pup so they can be happy and well-adjusted around other dogs....

Fresh for the Fall Getting Cute & Clean for the Holiday Season As we enter the fall season, our pets have new adventures to experience. From piles of leaves to new little critters in our neighborhoods, there’s a lot for our furry friends to explore. This can lead to interesting smells in their coats along...

The Black-Cat-Blues Where Did All the Superstition Begin? Our world is full of superstitious people concerned about black cats. If one runs across the road or under a ladder, you might be surprised to have a friend freak out. With Halloween upon us, many windows will feature a picture of a black cat with yellow...

Halloween & Hounds What Dog Owners Should Know We know about canine anxiety when the 4th of July comes around. But Halloween creates a completely different level of challenges for our dogs. Here are some tips to make the holiday special for everyone Knocks & Bells If your dog goes crazy when there’s a knock...