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Dehydration in Dogs

Dehydration in Dogs: Signs Every CT Shoreline Pet Parent Should Know

Warm weather on the Connecticut Shoreline means more opportunities for outdoor adventures, neighborhood walks, and time spent exploring with our four-legged friends. While summer is a wonderful season to get outside, it’s also one of the times when dogs are at a greater risk of dehydration. Today, I’m breaking down some important...

The Hidden Costs of Skipping Daily Dog Walks

The Hidden Costs of Skipping Daily Dog Walks

Life gets busy. Between work, family commitments, errands, and everything else on your calendar, it’s understandable that a daily dog walk can occasionally fall by the wayside. But when missed walks become the norm instead of the exception, many dogs begin to show us that their physical and mental needs aren’t being fully met. At...

Water Danger in the CT Shoreline: A Survival Guide for You and Your Dog

Update as of Wednesday, July 22nd: our drinking water is currently deemed safe to consume, for both humans and pets. “Hallelujah,” I say! Well, friends, we have news. And the news is poop. Specifically, poop bacteria. In the water. On Friday evening, Connecticut Water issued a mandatory boil water order after routine testing found...

dog on walk with Shoreline Happy Paws dog walker

Does My Dog Need a Daily Walk During the Summer?

Summer on the Connecticut Shoreline brings sunny days, beach trips, and plenty of opportunities to spend time outdoors. But when temperatures climb, many pet parents wonder, “Does My Dog Need a Daily Walk During the Summer?” The short answer? Most dogs still benefit from a daily walk during the summer, but the walk may need to look...

5 Summer Essentials for Connecticut Shoreline Dogs

5 Summer Essentials for Connecticut Shoreline Dogs

Summer is one of the best times to be a dog on the Connecticut Shoreline. Whether they’re exploring local trails, enjoying neighborhood walks, taking road trips, or relaxing in the backyard, warmer weather brings plenty of opportunities for adventure. It also brings new challenges, including heat, humidity, thunderstorms, and muddy paws....

When Is It Too Hot to Walk Your Dog on the CT Shoreline?

When Is It Too Hot to Walk Your Dog on the CT Shoreline?

Summer on the Connecticut Shoreline brings longer days, beautiful weather, and plenty of opportunities to get outside with our dogs. But as temperatures rise, many pet parents find themselves asking an important question: When is it too hot to walk your dog on the CT Shoreline? The answer depends on more than just the air temperature....

Shoreline Happy Paws dog walker in a shaded path in Old saybrook

Can CT Shoreline Dogs Get Heatstroke on a Walk?

As temperatures rise on the Connecticut Shoreline, many pet parents wonder: Can CT Shoreline dogs get heatstroke on a walk? Unfortunately, the answer is yes. While walks are an important part of keeping dogs healthy, active, and fulfilled, warm weather can create serious risks if proper precautions aren’t taken. Heatstroke is a medical...