J-B Pet Supplies Blog Posts

  Safely Traveling with Your Pet in a Car Traveling with your pet can be a wonderful experience, but ensuring their safety and comfort is paramount. Here are some essential tips and methods for keeping your dog or cat secure and happy during car rides. Why Your Pet Needs to be Secure in the Car It is important that your pets be restrained while in the car. If you are in an accident your pet could become airborne and slam into something or go through the window causing serious injury or death.  For the safety of the driver. A loose dog or cat can be a serious distraction and may even interfere with the driver operating the car.  Pets can become unpredictable when excited or stressed. They may attempt to escape as soon as a door is opened. Securing Your Dog in the Car Seat Belts for Dogs Dog seat belts are designed to keep your pet safely restrained in the back seat. These seat belts typically attach to your dog’s harness and the car’s seat belt system, preventing them from...

  Transitioning to Raw Pet Food Using Freeze-Dried Pet Food Transitioning your pet to a raw food diet can seem like a daunting task, but using freeze-dried pet food can make the process easier and more manageable. Raw pet food offers numerous benefits, even when introduced in small amounts. This post will explore the advantages of raw pet food, explain what freeze-dried pet food is, and provide tips on transitioning your pet to a raw diet using freeze-dried options. Benefits of Raw Pet Food Raw pet food is designed to mimic the natural diet of wild animals, providing a more biologically appropriate nutrition for pets. Here are some key benefits of incorporating raw food into your pet's diet: Improved Digestion: Raw food is easier for pets to digest, resulting in smaller, firmer stools and fewer digestive issues. Enhanced Nutrition: Raw diets are rich in natural nutrients, including enzymes, vitamins, and minerals that can be lost during the cooking process in traditional pet food...

  Hip and Joint Care and Maintenance in Dogs As pet parents, ensuring our dogs lead a healthy and active lifestyle is paramount. One of the critical aspects of maintaining our furry friends' well-being is caring for their hip and joint health. From supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin to herbal remedies and exercise, there are numerous ways to support your dog's joint health. In this post, we'll explore the benefits of these options and discuss how they can contribute to a happier, more mobile life for your pet. Benefits of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Glucosamine and chondroitin are two of the most commonly recommended supplements for joint health in dogs. They work synergistically to support and maintain cartilage, which is essential for healthy joints. Glucosamine: This natural compound found in cartilage is crucial for the formation and repair of joint tissues. It helps to stimulate the production of glycosaminoglycans, which are essential for maintaining the ...

  How to Keep Your Pets Safe in the Heat As the temperatures rise, it's essential to ensure your pets stay cool and safe. Here are some crucial tips on how to protect your furry friends from the dangers of heat. When is it Too Hot for Your Pets to Be Outside? Pets can be more sensitive to heat than humans. As a general rule, if the temperature is too hot for you, it's too hot for your pets. Avoid outdoor activities during the peak heat of the day, typically between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Keep your pets indoors in a cool, shaded area during these hours. If your pets must be outside, ensure there is plenty of water and a place for them to get out of the sunlight. How to Tell if it’s Too Hot to Walk on Pavement or Sand Walking on hot pavement or sand can burn your pet’s paws. Before heading out, test the surface with the back of your hand. If you cannot hold your hand on the pavement or sand for more than five seconds, it's too hot for your pet’s paws. Consider walking your pets e...

  How to Keep Your Pets Safe and Calm During the 4th of July Holiday The 4th of July is a time for celebration, but the festivities can be stressful and even dangerous for pets. The loud fireworks, unfamiliar guests, and the general commotion can cause anxiety and pose risks to their well-being. Did you know that more pets go missing during the 4th of July holiday than at any other time during the year? Here are some tips to help you keep your pets safe and calm during the holiday. Create a Safe Space Set up a quiet, comfortable area in your home where your pet can retreat when the noise gets overwhelming. This could be a crate, a small room, or a cozy corner with their favorite bed and toys. Ensure this space is away from windows and as soundproof as possible. Keep Pets Indoors During fireworks, it's best to keep your pets indoors. Even if your yard is fenced, pets can become so frightened that they may attempt to escape. Make sure doors and windows are securely closed to prevent ...