Where do you turn when you can no longer care for your pet? Sometimes life’s unfortunate or unexpected circumstances mean that your home may not be the best place for your dog anymore. It's not an easy decision and no doubt, you’ve probably spent a lot of timing...
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Pet Wellness: Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks
Teaching an Old Dog New Tricks Old dogs can (and should!) learn new tricks! As our pups slow physically with age, we may assume that their mental faculties follow suit- but this doesn’t have to be the case. Old dogs need continued mental stimulation, but the...
New Year, New Pet?
Is 2019 the year you’ve decided to adopt a new best friend? There is nothing better than adding a furry member to the family. But with all the joys of being a new pet parent, comes a lot of responsibility. From pet health and pet food, to vaccinations and training,...
Celebrating the Holiday With Your Pets
It’s the most wonderful time of the year! Time to celebrate the holidays with friends and family…and your pets. That’s right; don't forget to include your fur babies in the festivities, too! Start a new tradition this year. Be creative. Share your...
Food for thought and your pets
Food for thought…and your dogs. The pet food market is a $26 billion industry and growing. It used to be that your only choice was store bought pet food, but not anymore. From home cooking to home delivery options, seems people will stop at nothing to spoil their...
Choosing the Right Vet
Is your senior dog getting the best care? Choosing the right vet is key in keeping your senior dog happy and healthy. Whether you currently have a vet or you're looking for a new one, senior dogs need special attention, and as they age, their needs change. For...
What’s Cooking at HWAH?
Our volunteer, Michelle makes this every week. Ground hamburger or chicken– browned with a bare touch of garlic powder Then rinsed to get out all of the grease Then she puts it in the Food processor with any kind of yummy steamed vegies She dumps the whole...
PayPal Online
Ways to Donate to House with a Heart: Via Check: Mail to House with a Heart 6409 Stream Valley Way, Gaithersburg MD 20882 Online Via PayPal: Click to donate: Thank you for your interest in supporting HWAH... If you do not have a PayPal account, you can set one up at...
Cooling off at the Beach
Water safety for you and your dog On a hot summer day, there’s nothing like cooling off at the beach, in the pool or by the lake. The only thing better is enjoying it with your dog. But, just like you would do with your family, there are safety precautions you need...
Pumpkin Treats for Dogs
Pumpkin Treats for Dogs Recipe Ingredients: ½ cup Natural Peanut Butter, no sugar added 1 cup 100% Pure Pumpkin Puree, canned ½ tsp Cinnamon 1 ¾ cups Oat Flour From Frances: My notes on the ingredients: I use Jif Creamy Peanut Butter. Just be sure the peanut butter...








