Smart Pet Solutions Part Two.

Okay this is for all you Dog Lovers out there. Yes I know this is a cat blog, but hey I figure if I have helpful hints why not put them out there. Here is one for keeping fleas at bay. For some this works well. I know that citrus is good for killing fleas in the carpeting, so I think this makes good sense. Place a few drops of lemon essential oil on the inside of your dogs collar, in a spot your dog cannot lick. Fleas hate the scent of citrus, so they should steer clear. Do not use this on cats as it is toxic to them. Need to keep your pup cool on his walk. Make your pooch a cooling collar. take a tube sock or two depending on your dog's size and fill with some crushed ice, doesn't take a large amount, and tie loosely around your dogs neck, cool dog. Need a new dog bed. Make sure you see how Duchess sleeps. If your dog sleeps with her legs out you will want a flat bed with no sides, have one that curls up and tucks in, get a bed with a bumper side. Hopefully dog likes bed and sleeps there instead of on your side of the bed. Good Luck. Now of course the next tip comes solely from me. Remember how hot it can get in your car. I know Fifi likes to ride, and you like her company, but leaving a dog in the car for any length of time in warm weather can cause a horrible death for your animal. If your just running to the gas station or corner store, not so bad, but that trip for groceries or a hair cut, forget it, they may be upset, but at least they will be safe. Also with the warm weather you and your pooch like to be outside to play, just take water and rest breaks. This is recommended for you both. Enjoy your summer and your pets.