Isn’t it funny how the scooting always seems to happen when you have guests over or have just spent hours vacuuming and shampooing the carpet?  This is an age old question of many pet owners.  Consider these possibilities when you find your pet scooting.

Welcome to the dog days of summer! The dog days refer to the hottest time during the summer spanning from early July into August and coincide with the rising of the Dog Star, Sirius.  Sirius is the brightest star in the Canis Major (meaning “Greater Dog”) constellation.  

Basset Hounds are a jovial, mischievous, loyal and stubborn breed!  And might I mention, they are some of the cutest puppies out there!  They make a wonderful family dog given their low-key demeanor and social nature.