Is your furry friend looking a little extra, ahem, shall we say “fluffy”? Our pets can’t take themselves to the gym or count calories if they put on a few extra pounds – it’ up to us to make sure they are staying fit and...
We are big proponents of BYOB – that’s short for Bring Your Own Bag! When walking your dog, it’s important to bring a waste bag (and plenty of extras) with you wherever you go. We need all dog owners to be courteous to their neighbors by...
There's not a definitive yes or no answer to this question, but there are definitely some essential oils that are unsafe for your pet. Essential oils can be wonderful for adding some fragrance to your home, though not all essential oils are great for use...
When you're in public with your dog, you must always keep them on a leash and under your control. It's not just a good idea - it's the law here in Dallas! Dallas Animal Services recommends standard 6-foot leashes; a 6-foot leash attached to a...
Kitten season is in full swing! Each kitten season (usually April - October), Dallas Animal Services takes in more than 1,300 underaged kittens. Unfortunately, most of these kittens are mistakenly taken from their mothers while they are off searching for food by well-meaning animal lovers. Don't...
Dallas Parks and Recreation and Dallas Animal Services representatives have spotted large quantities of corn and bread being left at our water sources or fed directly to our ducks and geese, particularly at White Rock Lake. This poses a serious risk to our bird populations. Feeding...
Here in Dallas, we coexist with many different species of wildlife. One animal that we all need to be mindful of is the coyote. This creature is indigenous to the region, and we have a responsibility to protect all wildlife. However, we certainly don’t want coyotes...
