by admin | Jun 14, 2016 | Blog, Pet Tips
Summer has arrived in sunny Arizona and along with that comes our often record breaking heat. Only a few minutes in such high temperatures can affect pets and risk their lives. For guests at The Furshire, we schedule pool splash time in the mornings during summer to...
by admin | Jun 6, 2016 | Blog, Pet Tips
The purr of a cat or wag of a dog’s tail are easy to understand, but the signs they display when they are sick may not be so easily understood. Since our beloved pets don’t communicate with the same language we speak, we have to learn to understand the ways they do...
by admin | Apr 14, 2016 | Blog, Boarding, Day Care, Pet Tips
While fleas and ticks are often associated with woodsy areas, Phoenix and it’s warm weather, as well as Northern Arizona, is a happy home to such pests. Please see our tips below regarding flea and tick care for your pets. Water is a very effective way to help...
by admin | Apr 12, 2016 | Blog, Pet Tips
Warm days are upon us and as such we will be spending more time out of doors to soak up the rays and enjoy all the outdoor activities that summer provides. If you are planning to take your dog with you as you walk, hike, or bike, it is important to be prepared for...
by admin | Apr 5, 2016 | Blog, Pet Tips
Like humans, pets can have allergies to food, pollen and insects. Some breeds of dogs are especially sensitive, with terriers, setters, retrievers and brachycephalic breeds being the most commonly affected. Pet Allergy Symptoms Allergy symptoms can include sneezing,...
by admin | Mar 8, 2016 | Blog, Pet Tips
Many people desire to have a dog as a pet, but pass up the chance to enjoy such an opportunity because of pet allergies. In order to remedy this situation, pet lovers can choose to select dogs that don’t shed. Less shedding means less dander. Pet dander is the...