Switch Blade Academy

08/28/2018

Dogs’ ears are extremely expressive. It’s no wonder! There are more than a dozen separate muscles that control a dog’s ear movements.

08/17/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/5-things-dog-owners-should-know-about-giving-benadryl-to-dogs/?_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJzd2l0Y2hibGFkZTFAY29tY2FzdC5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJNazJDaUsifQ==&utm_campaign=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018&utm_medium=0000&utm_source=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018

Caring dog owners are always super cautious about what they let their dogs ingest, from the food they eat to the medicines they take. While you should never give your pup medication without being advised by your vet, there are a few over-the-counter drugs, marketed to humans, that your canine may be...

08/16/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/does-my-dog-need-sunscreen/?_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJzd2l0Y2hibGFkZTFAY29tY2FzdC5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJNazJDaUsifQ==&utm_campaign=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018&utm_medium=0000&utm_source=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018

We are aware of the dangers of sun exposure for ourselves and we hear frequently about skin cancers and the damaging effects of sun for people. The ultraviolet light radiation present in the light from the sun is the cause of the skin damage. Most of us have probably even experienced painful sunburn...

08/15/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/5-things-dog-owners-should-know-about-giving-benadryl-to-dogs/?_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJzd2l0Y2hibGFkZTFAY29tY2FzdC5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJNazJDaUsifQ==&utm_campaign=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018&utm_medium=0000&utm_source=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018

Caring dog owners are always super cautious about what they let their dogs ingest, from the food they eat to the medicines they take. While you should never give your pup medication without being advised by your vet, there are a few over-the-counter drugs, marketed to humans, that your canine may be...

08/14/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/a-veterinarian-shares-10-critical-warning-signs-of-cancer-in-dogs/?_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJzd2l0Y2hibGFkZTFAY29tY2FzdC5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJNazJDaUsifQ==&utm_campaign=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018&utm_medium=0000&utm_source=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018

We hate the thought of our pups becoming ill, but being educated is key to keeping our dogs as healthy as possible. Everyone knows that the quicker cancer is found and diagnosed, the better the chances are of fighting it off and prolonging your dog’s life. While annual check-ups at the vet are imp...

08/13/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/three-rescue-dogs-find-the-perfect-march-with-their-three-adopted-human-siblings/?_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJzd2l0Y2hibGFkZTFAY29tY2FzdC5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJNazJDaUsifQ==&utm_campaign=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018&utm_medium=0000&utm_source=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018

It’s hard to believe that Curtis and Roberta Griner could become even more inspiring. The couple are active dog rescuers, having fostered over 70 pups and adopted several of their own over the years. Now the young family has welcomed 3 new members – Jessica, Victoria and Veronica – human siste...

08/10/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/is-your-dog-shedding-like-crazy-this-can-help/?_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJzd2l0Y2hibGFkZTFAY29tY2FzdC5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJNazJDaUsifQ==&utm_campaign=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018&utm_medium=0000&utm_source=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072018

All dogs shed. Now, dogs that have hair that grows continuously such as Poodles, Bichons, Shih Tzus, and Yorkies shed very little, and what they do shed tends to get trapped in the rest of their hair instead of winding up on your sofa, but they do shed a little bit. Some breeds of dogs …

08/09/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/how-to-train-a-senior-dog/?utm_source=SeniorAutoEmail-4UnforgettableWays&utm_medium=0000&utm_campaign=SeniorAutoEmail-4UnforgettableWays&goal=0_e5aaad793c-65dbb2ecdb-189409573&mc_cid=65dbb2ecdb&mc_eid=e30ad0791f

Your shoes are safer around a senior dog than they are a puppy, and most older dogs have long-since mastered basic obedience. But that doesn’t mean training is no longer important. Old age doesn’t stop a dog from learning new …

08/08/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/4-unforgettable-ways-to-honor-the-life-of-a-dog-who-passed-away/?utm_source=SeniorAutoEmail-4UnforgettableWays&utm_medium=0000&utm_campaign=SeniorAutoEmail-4UnforgettableWays&goal=0_e5aaad793c-65dbb2ecdb-189409573&mc_cid=65dbb2ecdb&mc_eid=e30ad0791f

Dogs’ lives aren’t nearly long enough. In fact, I think that’s their only flaw. When it comes time to say goodbye to our beloved pups, we all long for more time. The best we can do is cherish the memories they’ve …

08/07/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/the-3-most-wonderful-ways-to-remember-a-dog-no-longer-with-us/?_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJzd2l0Y2hibGFkZTFAY29tY2FzdC5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJNazJDaUsifQ==&utm_campaign=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072218&utm_medium=0000&utm_source=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072218

Losing a dog can be just as painful and devastating as losing a beloved human family member or friend. Many of us go through the exact same grief process as we would with the loss of a human loved one. There …

08/06/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/if-your-dog-swallows-any-of-these-common-items-head-to-the-vet/?_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJzd2l0Y2hibGFkZTFAY29tY2FzdC5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJNazJDaUsifQ==&utm_campaign=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072218&utm_medium=0000&utm_source=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072218

Dogs “see” the world through their noses, and taste is closely tied into their sense of smell. Some veterinarians and animal behaviorists feel that this may be why pups snag items that are most certainly not food. Whether they swallow a …

08/03/2018

https://iheartdogs.com/this-company-just-created-the-second-best-dog-bed-in-the-world/?_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJzd2l0Y2hibGFkZTFAY29tY2FzdC5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJNazJDaUsifQ==&utm_campaign=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072218&utm_medium=0000&utm_source=IHD-Email-Newsletter-072218

We know what you’re thinking. What’s the first best bed? Well of course, it’s this! 😃 But for those times when you’re not home, or you’re in another room, we think you’ll love the new PACK&DEN line from iHeartDogs. So what’s so great about …