A Day at the Dog Park!

The smells, other people, kids running around playing, other dogs…what is the interest in the park for a dog?  Is it all the colors or noises that interests your dog? Or is it a scientific reason why your dog would love the park so much and if so, is there a certain park your dog would like more than another?  Alpharetta offers many parks for your dogs to enjoy. Dogs love open spaces so if a park has a lot of shrubs and not a lot of running space... Read More

Mixed breeds vs. Pure bred dogs

Is there a difference in the mixed breed canines against pure bred? Five Star Dog Resort deals with many mixed breeds as well as pure bred dogs. Obviously you may not be sure what your furry friend is mixed with, but the topic at hand is “are their medical issues with having a pure bred vs. a mixed breed?” Could you possibly be facing worse issues with a pure bred? The chances of you having a pure bred with problems is just as likely... Read More

Houseplant Dangers for Dogs

Many Common House and Garden Plants can be Toxic to your Pet. Many common house and garden plants can be toxic to animals if swallowed. The symptoms can range from diarrhea, nausea and skin allergies to intense effects on the gastrointestinal tract. A few plants that are toxic to dogs or canines are: Aloe, Alsike clover, American Holly, American mandrake and Arrow-Head Vine. It’s hard to believe that something as therapeutic as Aloe can be poisonous... Read More

The Working Dog!

Dogs are more than just  companions!  They excel in many different fields of work especially as service dogs to people with disabilities or the police force! Dogs are a major part of the police force we have all seen the dogs on television find the drug, the bad guy, etc. It is exciting how much a dog can do and learn to be a part of an organization. Police dogs are also trained to find bombs and do other major stuff that we as humans cannot do.... Read More

Dog Baths

Why do some dogs love baths and others hate them?  Is it like they are kids and just don’t want one or is it another personality thing? Why do they have a hatred towards a bath?  Is it that they feel confined, hate the water, or another reason? Why do some dogs love playing in the water but hate a bath? There are plenty of options to consider! Some smaller dogs have a fear of water because of the simple fear of drowning or the pressure coming... Read More