Top 3 Myths About Feeding Your Dog a Raw Diet Today’s domestic dogs typically enjoy a longer lifespan than their genetic wild ancestors, partially due to access to a more balanced diet. Protein, fat, vitamins and minerals are all on the ingredients list of most commercially prepared dry dog foods available today. Popular brands and formulas combine lean proteins and fats with grains, fruits and vegetables to offer these nutrients for animal health. Besides balance,
Pacific Northwest Plants that are Toxic for Dogs
Pacific Northwest Plants that are Toxic for Dogs The Pacific Northwest is one of the most beautiful places to live. We have mountains, water, trails and an abundance of indigenous plants that add to the beauty and colorful landscape we call home. The only thing that makes our surroundings even better is enjoying them with our family, including our four-legged family members. However, as wonderful as it is to enjoy the great outdoors, there are
Five Ways to Prepare Your Pet for Airline Travel
Five Ways to Prepare Your Pet for Airline Travel Here at Hillrose Pet Resort, we are often asked about how best to handle airline travel with pets. We do have a lot of experience in this area since we are so close to SeaTac airport and we offer layover services as part of our kenneling services. Over the years, we have seen many situations that were less than favorable to the animal, which is part
Five Reasons to Develop a Running Routine with Your Dog
Five Reasons to Develop a Running Routine with Your Dog Here at Hillrose Pet Resort, we are firm believers in the benefit of regular exercise for your pets and we’ve shared a number of blogs and social posts encouraging this habit. So, in an effort to be consistent, but also offer some variety, we’d like to focus on the specific benefits of developing a running routine with your dog. FIVE REASONS TO RUN WITH YOUR