Tips & DIY Archives - Little Dog

Dog Plogging: What It Is and How to Start

August 13, 2018 Tori 2

Dog plogging is a litter busting effort with roots in both Sweden and South Philly. Find out how you can beautify your neighborhood while bonding with your dog and getting a little exercise with nothing more than a plastic bag!

Expert Tips: Leptospirosis and your Philadelphia dog

April 13, 2017 Tori 0

Leptospirosis? No, that’s not some sort of rare dog—it’s a potentially deadly disease for both humans and canines. We spoke to a local veterinarian for the information on this often ignored disease and what it means for your dog in the Philadelphia area.

Expert Tips: What to know about canine oral health

February 3, 2017 Tori 0

February is National Pet Dental Health Month.

A Philadelphia Dog-Lover’s Gift Guide

December 1, 2016 Tori 0

Philly is full of great gift options for the dog (and owner) in your life. We’ve compiled a list of our favorites for the holiday season.

Tips for a Better Veterinary ER Visit

October 4, 2016 Tori 16

You can’t plan for an emergency, but there are plenty of ways to make a visit to the veterinary emergency room much easier for you and your pet.

Expert Tips: Are you making these dog training mistakes?

September 22, 2016 Tori 0

We spoke to a local dog training professional to see what mistakes are common among dog owners, both new and veteran. Are you making these dog training mistakes?

Funding Fido: Pet Food on a Budget

September 9, 2016 Tori 0

Pets are expensive, but they don’t have to be. Here, I share some tips for cutting down on the costs of one of the priciest aspects of keeping a pet: food.

Tips for Hassle-Free Travel with the Dog

May 6, 2016 Tori 4

Traveling is tough enough without toting around a plastic crate containing a 15 lb. dog. Through trial and error, we’ve found some tips to make traveling with your pet less of a hassle.

Tips for Surviving a Philly Winter with the Dog

February 12, 2016 Tori 0

Winter and all of its inconveniences definitely make dog-ownership in Philly even harder. We put together a list of a few ways to make it a little less difficult.

DIY dog-topped mason jar lids

December 25, 2015 Tori 13

Grab the superglue and spray paint for our first DIY!