Purple and Paws
Advice and stories from one dog to lover to another
Maybe your pooch decides to roll in cow manure during a walk one day. Or maybe she dashes outside after a rain storm and rolls in all the muddy puddles. Maybe you start to notice a nasty stench and realize it’s coming from your favorite four-legged pal. Whatever the reason, eventually, every dog needs a …
Pet parents know the importance of taking their dog to see the vet every year (and sometimes more as your dog grows older). But it’s also important to do a weekly health check so you can catch any early warning signs of trouble before they become major health concerns.
When you live in the Valley of the Sun, you have to deal with the sun. A lot. During the winter, Phoenix is great for dog walking. You can leash up your pup pretty much any time during the day and have a nice, cool walk. The same cannot said for the scorching summer months. …
Over the years I’ve slowly shifted my life to a more green/eco-friendly way of living. I try not to waste as much food, I buy only what I absolutely need, and I make a lot of my beauty, health, and cleaning products. An essential (no pun intended) ingredient in all of my beauty, health, and …
Everywhere you look these days coconut oil is being touted as an amazing health food for humans, but did you know coconut oil is also great for your dog?
Chow Chows, Aussies, Saint Bernards, Golden Retrievers, and Wheaten Terriers…what do all these dogs have in common? Double coats. When the words “double coat” are uttered, most people picture a dog with thick, dense hair. The truth is some breeds with double coats don’t need an excessive amount of grooming while others do. Here are …
I’m lucky enough to live half a mile from South Mountain Park, which is one of the biggest deserts in Phoenix. It’s full of trails that Socks and I love to explore. But walking your dog in the desert comes with a set of risks. Here are five tips for anyone who wants to start …
Or so the shirt I ordered from FarFetched Apparel a few weeks ago says. Hey, it sounds better than “dog hair everywhere” which is a mantra for most dog owners, I’m sure.