Pup Labs

27/04/2022

The 5 Keys to Bond With Your Dog

As dog owners, there are very few things that have given us pure joy and happiness like our relationships with our pups.

So here are five keys to deepening your connection.

From these ideas, you’ll see there are numerous ways to explore your relationship. After all, every dog and every owner is different, so take these tips and morph them to work best for you.

One of the most important elements to developing a strong bond with your dog is to make it a priority. Or at least, dedicate time to connect.

When you’re with them, be with them. On an emotional level, your dog can sense whether you’re distracted and unfocused, or whether you’re really there with them.

Even if they’re not puppies, continuing to teach them new tricks (yes, you can teach old dogs new tricks) or just simple commands, will create deep emotional associations in their brains.

When you allow yourself to be silly and playful with them, it will rub off. When you’re playful, they’ll be too.
Start to notice the things your pup likes and dislikes, even on a subtle level.

From this, you can adjust your actions towards them to make them happier, and deepen their connection with you in the process.

These simple tips can transcend your relationship with your pup. You’ll not only be a better dog parent, you’ll be a better person too.

25/04/2022

4 Ways to Help Your Dog Get More Exercise

Dogs live with us, in our homes and they’re safe from the extreme stressors of the wild.

This is a good thing, of course, but one of the unintended consequences is they can also become sedentary, which can cause a whole host of health problems.

It won’t only shorten the quantity of their life, but their quality as well.

Here are five simple strategies to help build that routine, and ultimately help your pup get more exercise.

Do it first thing in the morning - the most natural way to do this would be to go on a walk with them.

Schedule walks in your calendar - this will be especially useful if you work from home.

Set up a puppy playroom - encourage them to play and have fun by setting up the right environment with all the toys in one place.

Buy more toys - if we buy a bunch of new dog toys, the more and the more expensive they are, the more likely we are to want to “get our money’s worth” by using them.

These are just a few strategies to inject exercise into our pup’s life. But we’d love to hear your ideas as well. What is your pup’s routine?

22/04/2022

Home Remedies for Dog Diarrhea (And When to See the Vet)

Doggy diarrhea is a nightmare for everybody involved, but it also can be very serious for your pet. If it persists for more than 48 hours, then take your pup to the vet.

To get better faster, your puppy will need some rehabilitation period.

There are a couple of things you are able to do to help.

Give them a quality probiotic

Go on a doggy fast for 12 to 24 hours

Keep your pup hydrated with rice water and electrolytes.

Check stools for more signs of the problem

As owners, we are in a position where we are almost 100% responsible for what our pups consume. And we should take that very seriously.

That means, even after the diarrhea episodes pass, we should take very seriously what you should feed your pup.

Otherwise, you won’t only be dealing with diarrhea and stinky dog farts, you could be hurting your pup. After all, they also need a nutritious diet just like we do, to feel their best and be their healthiest.

20/04/2022

Fish Oil For Dogs: Benefits, Side Effects, And Choosing The Right Supplement

We’ll get into the specific ways fish oil can improve your dog’s health. But broadly speaking, omega-3s balance out their diet.

Dogs with insufficient omega-3s are more likely to suffer from heart problems, high blood pressure, joint pain, arthritis, and cognitive decline.

Fish oil is not just for elder dogs with joint, heart, or hair problems. In fact, giving it to your puppy can help prevent a lot of these problems before they come up.

As long as you’re sticking to the dose, your dog shouldn’t experience any side effects and gradual supplement introduction into their diet is a good way to achieve this.

But there is a huge problem with giving fish oil to your dog. The FDA has specific, explicit exceptions just for pet products.

This means pet supplement companies can put heavy metals, toxins, and cheap crappy grains into their products without telling the consumer.

We can’t accept it, so we started Pup Labs, and why our fish oil supplement is one of, if not the, purest product on the market.

Learn more about Pup Labs fish oil and our transparent manufacturing processes.

18/04/2022

6 Simple Tips to Help Your Pup Sleep Better at Night

Just as sleep is crucial for us to function at our best, it’s paramount for your dog as well. If you want your pup to be happy, healthy, and full of love for you, then you should pay attention to their sleep.

Here are six tips to help your pup sleep better at night.

Take Them on a Morning Walk

When they go for a walk in the morning, it increases the hormones that keep mammals alert and awake.

Limit Activity in The Evening

Playing games like fetch, or having your dog set up in their toy room late is a recipe for sleepless nights, but don’t ignore before-bed leisurely walk as they still need to p*e.

Make Sure They Have a Designated Sleeping Area

If their toys are everywhere, then their brains won’t have clear boundaries for wake and sleep time and place.

Establish Consistent Sleep and Wake Times

Dogs, just like humans, function best when on a consistent schedule.

Use The Right Melatonin Supplement

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Improve Your Own Sleep Habits

They’re mirrors for how we live our life, and they push us to be our best.

12/04/2022