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From the start, The Buddy Bracelet has been a mission-driven business. Profits from the sale of our products are donated to animal rescue shelters. With our move to the West Coast, we have been looking at which shelters are fiscally responsible and doing good work. To that end, we are proud to announce a partnership with SoHumane, the Southern Oregon Humane Society, in Medford, Oregon. Founded as an all-volunteer organization in 1928, SoHumane has worked for over 91 years to provide services for companion animals, and currently assists in re-homing approximately 1,800 dogs and cats annually. Through programs of spay/neuter,...

For humans, oral hygiene is an important component of our overall health. Brushing, flossing, mouthwash and visits to the dentist are commonplace for most of us. But what about our dogs? Are we doing a good job looking after the oral health of our best friends? For many, the answer is no.  So, let’s talk about some routine questions veterinarians get regarding dog teeth and oral care.  Does my dog need routine dental examinations?  In a word - yes. Your dog's mouth should be examined thoroughly by a veterinarian every year. Your veterinarian will check the teeth and gums, look for any foreign material or...

Longer days, warmer temperatures and vacation mean summer is the time to get outside! With your best friends, of course! Dogs love many summer activities and mostly just want to be out with you! But it may take a little planning to keep them safe in the heat. Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you and your dog enjoy the summer. Tip #1: Never leave dogs in parked, unattended cars in the summer The temperature can rise to fatal levels within minutes even if windows are left open. Young and old dogs, brachycephalic breeds (those with...

The July 4 holiday is right around the corner. People are busy preparing for picnics, parades, barbecues, road trips, get-togethers and, of course, fireworks. While you consider your plans for the big weekend, it is worth remembering that fireworks and other loud noises can make dogs anxious and uncomfortable. The big bangs and sparkly lights may be exciting to humans but they can cause dogs to run away, jump through windows or over backyard fences; dogs may cower or engage in repetitive, nervous activity that leads to injury. Not surprisingly, animal shelters and veterinarians regularly receive more reports of missing dogs and dog injuries...

It is already promising to be a hot summer. What better way to beat the heat than to pack up family and Fido and head to the lake, river, or ocean?! While enjoying family time and treating your pet to a fun outing, don’t forget there may be serious dangers your dog can pick up from the cool, refreshing water. Blue­Green Algae ToxicityWatch out for harmful algae blooms in local lakes and rivers. Once the weather heats up, common algal organisms can overgrow into a “bloom.” Sometimes blooms are not harmful, but often the organisms found in these blooms can...