It’s finally December, which means holiday celebrations, New Year preparations, and lots of cold weather. Your precious pooch may be as excited for snow as the neighborhood kids, but there are certain things you should do as a responsible pet owner to keep them safe and healthy during the cold months. Food To start with, […]

Last month, we talked about some of the reasons why dogs become aggressive, so this month, we thought we’d delve a little deeper into one particular reason: overprotectiveness. We all want our dogs to be a little protective because that behavior keeps our families and property safe from intruders and other harmful things. However, protectiveness […]

Anyone who has spent any time around the elderly knows that aging is the pits. Your brain and body don’t work the way they used to, and things seem to be uncomfortable more often than not. It can be difficult to go through that change yourself, but it’s also hard to watch a loved one […]

Lunging, biting, snapping, growling, snarling – even giving you the stink eye – these aggressive behaviors can be startling and frightening when your dog is normally gentle and tame. So how worried should you be? That depends on the cause of the aggression. It may take a little bit of observation and discussion with your […]

You’ve probably heard the phrase that animals – especially dogs – can “sense fear” as if it were a sixth sense. You might have even experienced it yourself if you’ve ever felt nervous dropping your pet off at the dog sitter or an overnight dog boarding service, and suddenly your normally calm dog starts acting […]

Your dog is a member of your family, and the time you spend together is important and meaningful. Unfortunately, like other human members of your family, dogs sometimes have medical emergencies. In these cases, your preparedness can mean the difference between life and death. Canine first aid and human first aid have a lot of […]

Does your dog have some training and pretty consistent with their commands? Do you want to take a step toward having a Certified Therapy Dog? Do you just want to test your dog and see how good they are? The AKC Canine Good Citizen 5 week course allows you to do all of the above. […]

Have you ever watched your dog roll on the ground, lick their coat or chew at their fur? These are your dogs ways of keeping clean. Sometimes, though, They’ll need a little help from you to look and smell their best. But don’t worry, we’re here to help. Our luxury salon offers 3 options for […]

At Coddled Critters, we work to create an inclusive environment that welcomes everyone. Our customers are the heart of our business, and we value all of their differences. When you walk through our doors, you will find kindness, compassion, and the special bond between you and your four-legged family member. If you want the best […]