When one member of my Facebook group, Club Cocker, asked me "what kind of worms can dogs get," I began researching. When several members asked the same question over two months’ time, I knew others would benefit from a discussion on dogs and worms.Parasites and worms love to find a host to call home. At some point in most dogs’ lives, they will get infected with worms. … [Read more...]
How To Get More Involved With Cocker Spaniels
Cocker Spaniels are about to take over Missouri, and you are invited to be a part of the fun, festivities, and all things Wigglebutt!Fidose of Reality invites you to Gray Summit, Missouri, this July for the 43rd American Spaniel Club National Specialty. Here’s everything you need to know about attending the ASC National as a spectator, what to do, where to stay, if … [Read more...]
20 Best Matching Dog Mom And Dog Gifts
Dog moms are all about sharing and giving year round. We scoured the Internet and connected with some fab brands for this top 20 matching dog mom and dog gifts. After all, dog moms are parents, too. One for you and one for me. Take a peek at this list and let your inner twinsies flag fly. On Mother's Day and always, dog moms we salute you!All links are clickable to the … [Read more...]
Healthy Dog Contest To Win A Monthly Box From Dr. Harvey’s
Welcome to the Fidose of Reality Healthy Dog Contest To Win A Monthly Box From Dr. Harvey's. It's easy, fun, and your dog reaps the benefits. My heart beats dog® and if yours does, too, then we invite you to celebrate healthy dogs. We want to hear about your healthy dogs and reward one lucky winner in the USA each month with a $35 box of goodies from our … [Read more...]
Why I Started Giving My Dog CBD Whole Hemp Oil
If something could help my dog's anxiety, arthritis, and lipomas, I certainly want to know more about it. That's been the journey I've taken over the last several years with CBD research. Why I started giving my dog CBD whole hemp oil might be surprising to some, but as always I share my dog's health adventures on this blog. A ton of information exists about CBD and … [Read more...]
Secrets From People Whose Dogs Live Longer Lives
One of the most frequently asked questions we’ve received over the years is how to help dogs live longer lives. Amazingly, when I typed “how to help a dog live longer” into Google to prepare for this post, this was one of the first “people also ask questions:”That’s right, how do I make my dog live forever? In a perfect world, your dog would draw his or her last breath … [Read more...]
Confessions of A Super Chewer Dog
Small and medium-sized dogs are super chewer dogs just like their larger counterparts. I know because my dog, Dexter the Cocker Spaniel, prefers destroying toys over cuddling them.Because he’s more of an engagement player who loves to solve brain games while getting a super chewer vibe on, the folks at Super Chewer asked if we’d like to try their monthly subscription box … [Read more...]
How Watching DOGTV Calmed My Dog’s Anxiety
I have tried everything from A to Z to calm my dog's anxiety, and we are presently trying CBD oil that we plan to discuss in a future post. My dog's situational anxiety started when he was just a year or two old after some kids on bikes tossed fireworks at him on the fourth of July. I wish I could go back in time, but the damage has been done. The folks at DOGTV asked … [Read more...]
Meet The Stars Of The Beverly Hills Dog Show 2019
It's dog show time and an old saying goes, “Everyone thinks they have the best dog, and none of them are wrong.” W.R. Purche is spot on with this quote. Fidose of Reality invites you to curl up with your dogs on Easter Sunday, 2019, to witness some of those dogs as they compete for the top spot of Best In Show. You can impress your family and friends with the exclusive buzz in … [Read more...]
Safer Non-Chemical Flea And Tick Prevention 2019 Edition
It's that time of the year: when more dogs are getting outside because the temperatures are more cooperative. It also means it's flea and tick prevention season.If I can't use it on my own body, then I don't allow my dog to be exposed to it. I am talking about dangerous chemical flea and tick preventatives. There are safer, non-chemical alternatives to chemical safeguards … [Read more...]
