Although community fireworks may be canceled, take precautions for celebrations closer to home that may startle your dog. Do not let your guard down! Fireworks may be closer than usual as neighbors put on their own backyard celebrations. The sad statistic of more dogs go missing on the 4th of July remains true. The following […]
We received a few comments and questions about the photo we shared earlier this week of us in our travel crate. We love our Variocage! So are more than happy to tell everyone about it. We’ve had it for 3 years now and it has held up very well to all the wear and tear […]
February is Heart Month. What better way to celebrate than to take a potentially lifesaving class for your dog’s heart! If you are a pet owner, pet walker, pet sitter, pet groomer, doggie daycare employee, animal shelter employee/volunteer, ACO, FF/EMT, Police Officer, DART member, or just want to be prepared in case of a pet emergency, […]
If your New Year’s resolution is to be healthier in 2020, a good way to start is by taking one of these classes on Pet CPR and First Aid. A study by the American Animal Hospital Association has shown that 60% of all animal hospital visits are emergency in nature and that 1 out of […]
Dogs, whether you’re hitting the road to visit Grandma’s house this Thanksgiving, or hosting a gathering for family and friends at your home, here is some helpful advice on how to make it a happy and worry-free celebration for everyone, especially you! First off, you’re going to be surrounded by a lot of tempting food. […]
Want to learn life saving skills for your pets and support our service men and women this Veterans Day week? Then register to take the Pet First Aid and Disaster Response course at Clear Path for Veterans of New England in Devens, MA. In A Heartbeat is partnering with Clear Path for Veterans of New […]
Fall in New England is a great time to go hiking. However, it is important to remember that the majority of the Dog Friendly Trails reviewed here by Living with a Golden also allow hunting. By taking safety precautions, being aware of your surroundings, giving the hunters their space, and remembering your hiking etiquette, you and […]
When I enrolled Mom & Dad into training lessons never did I dream it could someday save Asa’s life. However, that is what exactly happened on a recent errand. Mom needed to run to the market to pick up a missing ingredient for dinner. Having been cooped up in the office all day, Dad leashed […]
Dogs gather around. We need to talk. We’ve all been there. You’re enjoying a great day at the beach or on a trail, when all of a sudden that dog shows up and ruins it for everyone. Maybe he’s running with reckless abandon off-leash, or perhaps she’s a bit too friendly when greeting fellow weekend warriors, or […]
More dogs go missing on the 4th of July than on any other day of the year. Dogs do not enjoy fireworks, nor do they understand it is a celebration. While most dog owners are vigilant protecting our dogs from getting lost, it is easy for even the most dedicated helicopter dog parents to get […]
