Just like you, as your dog ages, so do their personality, physical appearance and medical needs. Most changes are gradual and just the usual side effects that come along with growing older. But some can be a sign of a bigger issue. Since our dogs can't tell us what...
BIG NEWS! One of our very special supporters called to share some news with us. If you are 70 1/2 and are now taking the Required Minimum Distribution, (RMD), here is some special information: She said she hopes other people know that they can have their RMD sent...
*Please note: The sanctuary is in the home of our director, Sher, and therefore can not make any commitments beyond what we currently have in terms of residents. We simply can not be part of any estate planning. Many people plan for their retirement by saving money or...
Feeding your Pet at Thanksgiving During this special time of year, it’s always a temptation to give our pets some extra treats as we enjoy some of our favorite holiday food. Just remember, while some human food is safe for pets, other foods that we enjoy can be toxic...
To Support House with a Heart on a Monthly Basis, Here are some options: You can create a PayPal account (there is No Charge to create an account), and link it to you Credit Card or Bank Account. It would then draw the donation from your Credit Card, through your...
Halloween may be a fun season, but it can also be scary for our furry friends! There are a number of dangers that can affect them at this time of the year. We recommend that all pet owners keep an eye on their pets at Halloween and ensure that they are protected. Some...
Is sharing a bed with your dog a good idea? Am I spoiling my dog too much if I allow them to sleep in my bed? Will sleeping with my dog keep me awake at night? Is it healthy to share a bed with my dog? According to PetMD, many vets now believe that "sleeping with your...
We have been asked for our recipe for stew for some of our senior dogs: Ground beef cooked with a dash of garlic powder then rinsed off Ground chicken cooked with a dash of garlic powder then rinsed off Add cooked rice as you prefer Mash up a can or more as you prefer...
Cool tips for hot days. How to keep your dog happy and healthy this summer Heat Stroke: Heat stroke is serious and can come on quickly and often when you’re on a walk, hike or run, far from home. This means, once you start seeing symptoms of distress, getting your dog...
Summer Holiday Pet Travel Tips “Memorial Day is the unofficial start of the summer season. AAA predicts that approximately 37.6 million people will be loading up the car and hitting the road this holiday weekend. And we’re predicting that many of those people will...