Don’t forget! Murphy’s Paw is always closed on July 4th & 5th, to give the scaredy dogs time to recover from the fireworks! 🍦🎆🐶🎇🍔
Have fun, keep your pets safe, and we’ll see you back at the shop on the 6th.
Part 2, caring for senior dogs.
Being aware of the mental and physical limitations of your old dog is one thing. Reminding yourself to extend patience and kindness when you step on a cold turd in the middle of the night is another.
Getting frustrated, angry, or overwhelmed is honestly a part of this journey. Just do your best to not put those emotions onto you old dog.
This is the first video in a series I’m making about senior pet care.
Learning the early signs of doggie dementia, or Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (I’ve also heard it called canine cognitive disorder/decline), is a great first step in helping your aging dog.
Many veterinarians suspect CCD is widely under diagnosed. Even so, according to a 2013 study, up to 60% of dogs 11 and older have some degree of CCD.
With advances in veterinary care, dogs are living longer than ever, and CCD is likely going to be even more common.
Check the comments for a list of the most common signs and what that may look like in your pet.
We have been receiving a LOT of phone calls asking about trimming your pets nails. So here are the details, with a little update.
We have four designated walk-in nail trimming times available throughout the week. Show up during any one of these windows, and we will trim your dog's nails.
Clipping is $10, a clip and file is $15.
Tuesday. 8:30am - 9:30am
Wednesday. 8:00am - 9:00am
Friday. 10:00am - 11:00an
*Sunday. 8:00am - 9:00am
*UPDATE! STARTING THE FIRST WEEKEND IN FEBRUARY,
SUNDAY NAIL TRIMMING WILL BE
FROM 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Cat nail trimming is available on weekdays.
Hey Facebook family!
I posted this video update to the Instagram account a few days ago, and as per usual, it didn't make it onto FB 🤦
Better late than never, right?!
Make sure you check additional the vidoes in the comments, for more details.
Tips and tricks for bathing your dog at home.
Bathing your dog at home? I've got some advice!
FIrst Q&A: Ear care.
We are all spending a lot of time at home these days, and hopfully, our pets are right there with us. In an effort to help you safely and succesfully keep up with your pets grooming needs, we asked for you to submit your questions regarding at home grooming.
In this first video Emma answers one of your questions, and elaborates on canine ear care.
Webster’s slo-mo shake out☺️