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Dog Park Etiquette: Playing By The Unwritten Rules
Dog parks – the social scene of the dog world. Taking your dog to a dog park is a great addition to their exercise routine and a great way for your dog to maintain healthy socialization skills. However, there is proper dog park etiquette to be considered when visiting the dog park. If you want the […]
Our Guide to Switching Your Cat’s Food
Cats are known as being picky eaters. If you want to switch your feline to a new food, we’ve got some tricks to get picky cats to convert. Upgrading your kitty’s diet is a great way to ensure she’s getting all of the nutrition she needs to both look and feel great. And as more […]
The Benefits Of Crate Training Your Dog
Many people refuse to crate or kennel-train their dogs because they feel the confinement is cruel but there are many benefits of crate training. A crate or kennel can give dogs a sense of security. Crate training done properly is also a highly effective management system that can be a lifesaver for dog owners. Like […]
Cat Feeding Guide: Wet & Dry Cat Food
There are advantages to feeding a cat a combination of both wet and dry food ensuring your feline enjoys the benefits both meal plans have to offer. Guide To Wet & Dry Cat Food • Dry food is very convenient to serve, especially if you cat is a nibbler and returns to her food bowl […]
How to Foster a Pet
Fostering a dog or cat can be a very rewarding experience. Many times, animal shelters rely on foster pet parents in emergency rescue situations. For example, a foster pet parent can prevent an animal from being euthanized by temporarily housing the pet until a safe option becomes available. They can help an animal recover from […]
Why You Should Transition To Grain-Free Dog Food
Why grain free dog food? Why and How to Transition to Grain-Free Dog Food Grain free pet foods are becoming increasingly more popular. Do you have a pup that’s always itchy? Or maybe your cat is experiencing digestive issues? Have you recently started eliminating grains from your diet and want to have your pets to […]
Poison Prevention Safety Tips for Pets
Attention pet owners! March is Poison Prevention Awareness Month, which means that if you’ve never inspected your home or aren’t aware of the things that could be poisonous to your pet, now is the time to educate yourself! There are so many poisonous substances that can be harmful and even fatal to our pets, so […]
Clean Eating for Dogs: What’s It All About?
The Clean Eating trend has fast become one of the largest diet philosophies that people all around the word have adopted into their homes on their continuous quest to improve their health and wellbeing. Focused on fueling one’s body with real, whole foods and premium ingredients, Clean Eating has been associated with health benefits such […]
5 Tips for Socializing Your New Kitten
How to socialize a kitten We all want to have a cat that interacts well with other people and pets, right? Socialization is the key to achieving this, and the first four to sixteen weeks of a cat’s life are critical for behavioral and social development. It is important to have a plan for socializing […]
Isn’t Every Day National Cat Day?
If your cat is anything like ours, every day is cat day at your house. Five am? It’s time for canned food, aka, “tuna time”. Sunny day? “Please open the door so I can lounge on the deck.” There’s no doubt our cats are spoiled and we enjoy spoiling them. To keep your whiskered-friends happy […]
February is National Pet Dental Month – Dental Care Tips for Pets
Cats and dogs can be particularly prone to dental disease because they often do not have their teeth cleaned as frequently as their humans do. Dental check-ups should be a part of your pet’s regular health screenings. Brushing your pet’s teeth is something you can do at home to maintain their oral health. Next time […]
How to Prevent Pet Diabetes
It’s National Pet Diabetes Month! Diabetes isn’t just a human disease. It’s on the rise in our pets, affecting thousands of dogs and cats every year. According to Banfield Applied Research and Knowledge (BARK) diabetes more often affects cats than dogs. Diabetes typically develops in older pets, however, since diabetes is largely a lifestyle related […]