A dog’s presence often calms those of us without autism, but for a child with autism, he offers something we can not, which is the ability to calm a child who is in sensory overload, simply by being there for him. Dogs can model for children how to be calm and relax. They … [Read more...]
Archives for August 2015
Hypoallergenic Dog Shampoo – Keep Your Dog and Your Home Clean
Hypoallergenic dog shampoo is a wonderful way to keep your dog and your home clean. Dogs need weekly baths to keep them clean, so you'll want to use a high quality shampoo that is good for them in addition to keeping them clean. A hypoallergenic dog shampoo is the best way to … [Read more...]
What Is the Best Product to Ease Your Dog’s Itchy Ears?
Nothing is worse than watching your dog scratch his ears (there are worse things but you get the idea). There are many products available out there to help ease your dog’s itchy ears, but which is the best? Whatever you decide to use to treat itchy ears is going to tell you the … [Read more...]
Halloween Safety Tips for Your Nervous Dog
If you have a nervous dog, Halloween can be a nightmare for them. These Halloween safety tips can help you keep them calm and safe when the trick or treating gets into full swing. Trick or treating is a time of unbridled joy for kids. They get to dress up, they get candy, and … [Read more...]
Best Dog Breeds for Kids with Anxiety
You do not have to have anxiety to know that simply petting your dog seems to calm you in a way nothing else will. It is why dogs are the animal chosen as therapy animals, they have a calming effect on us as humans. Owning a dog can help kids with anxiety, because it is … [Read more...]