Frisky Dog Blog

Keeping Your Dog Safe During Winter Weather

It’s January – and baby, it’s cold outside!  While people bundle themselves to keep warm, your dog can’t dress himself for the weather or let you know how cold he is.  Here are some tips from the American Veterinary Medical Association on keeping your pet safe during the cold weather:

Winter wellness: Has your pet had his/her preventive care exam (wellness exam) yet?  Cold weather may worsen some medical conditions such as arthritis. Your pet should ...

Don’t Forget Pet Safety During This Year’s Holiday Festivities

The house is filled with the scent of roasting turkey, while fresh baked cookies wait to be eaten.  The tree is decked with lights and ornaments, and the soft glow from the fireplace lights the room with a magical charm.  It’s that time of the year again — when friends and family gather together to enjoy food and companionship as we share the spirit of the season.

For many families, this companionship extends ...

Chews and Treats: Beyond Rawhide and Milkbones

If you’re like most dog owners, you love to give your best friend a bone to chew and a cookie to enjoy now and then. But with recent recalls including chicken jerky from China, and the potential for dogs to choke on large pieces of rawhide, pet owners are wondering what IS a safe option for their dogs.

At Frisky Dog, we’re proud to offer several alternatives. Among the most popular alternatives ...

Choosing a Breed That Matches Your Lifestyle

Whether you’re looking for a purebred puppy or want to rescue an adult dog, it’s extremely important to select a breed or mix that matches your lifestyle and personality. A dog’s breed or mix determines external features like size, coat, and color, but also qualities that go far beyond appearance, like energy level, sociability, and intelligence.

If you get a Husky because you think they’re beautiful (and no doubt, they are!), remember that Huskies are ...

Resolutions for a Healthier Pet

It’s the beginning of a new year, and that means many of us have made resolutions that we hope will improve our lives. Frequently, these resolutions include eating healthier and getting more exercise. But what about our pets?

Pet obesity is a rising epidemic in the United States, and it’s costing our beloved pets years off their lives. Extra weight puts stress on joints and vital organs, promotes premature aging, and can lead to complications like ...

Guide to Training Equipment

Dog Food is Dog Food… Right

Wrong! For many people, pet nutrition isn’t something they think about too often. Most of us just pour our furry friends a scoop or two from their bag of kibble, and then don’t think about it until the same time the next day. After all, in the end, aren’t all dog foods pretty much the same?

Actually, dog food varies enormously in the quality and quantity of ingredients, and those ingredients can have a huge ...

Frisky Dog Daycare is proud to announce our Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, October 22nd! We invite you and your family to take an extensive tour of our facilities. We’re excited to be a part of the Brookfield / La Grange Communities.

WHAT: Frisky Dog Daycare Grand Opening Party
WHERE: Frisky Dog Daycare, 9216 W. 47th Street, Brookfield, IL 60513
WHEN: Saturday, October 22nd
TIME: 11am – 4pm

PLEASE NOTE: We would like to provide you with a full tour of our ...