How to Choose a Pet Sitter You Can Trust
Asking a stranger to look after your beloved, furry family member when you’re away is one of the most difficult
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What Every Cat Owner Needs to Know About Feline Kidney Disease
Sadly, cancer isn’t the only silent killer of our pets. Kidney disease is very common in cats. In fact, it
Read moreHow to Register Your Pooch as a Therapy Dog
Have you ever thought that your dog would be a great therapy dog? Maybe you would love to enhance the
Read more5 Common Dog Behaviors and What They Mean
Your dog’s behaviors can tell you a lot about his mood. Although you may not be ready to learn how
Read moreHow to Know if Your Dog is Stressed + What to do About It
We all know what stress feels like. And you can probably tell when your human family members are feeling anxious,
Read moreUnderstanding Your New Puppy’s Behavior
As puppies learn how to run and play and become dogs, they’re also learning how to communicate. Of course, they
Read moreSafer Holiday Goodies for Your Pet
Of course, a lean and healthy lifestyle is best for all pets. But during the holidays, it’s natural to want
Read more7 Tips for Safer Road Trips with Your Pet
We all love a family road trip, and one of the biggest advantages of traveling by car is that it’s
Read moreThe History and Purpose of 10 Popular Dog Breeds
How did we end up with so different breeds of dogs? Dogs were domesticated 15,000 years ago and they have
Read moreClever Tricks For Giving Your Pet a Pill
Giving a pill to a dog or cat is a big challenge for most pet owners and ranks up there
Read moreSkin Cancer in Dogs and Cats
By now, we all know that we should wear sunscreen year-round to protect ourselves from skin cancer. But did you
Read moreTips for Keeping Your Pet Safe During Holiday Parties
While some crowd-loving canines (or curious cats) love to be the center of attention during a get-together, others get very
Read moreFatty Holiday Foods are a Leading Cause of Pancreatitis in Pets
Rich, indulgent foods are a part of celebrating the holidays. After all, it’s a time of celebration, home, and family.
Read moreThe Dangers of Antifreeze for Pets
If you live somewhere that gets cold winters, you take steps to prepare for the cold weather. Firewood is stocked
Read more5 Tips to Calm Your Dog During Thunderstorms
Thunderstorm anxiety is very stressful for dogs, and it’s tough for a pet owner to watch. Although many dogs are
Read moreTips for a Safe and Happy Holiday Season with Your Pet
Sadly, the holidays are a very busy time at many pet hospitals. Dogs, and even some cats, love to scarf
Read moreSugar-Free Gum and Candy an Extreme Danger for Dogs
Xylitol is a common sugar substitute used in sugar-free gum and candy, baked goods, toothpaste, and more. It has become
Read more8 Winter Safety Rules for Pets
It’s getting cold in many parts of the country and many of us are waking up to frigid temperatures. Although
Read moreThe Dangers of Hookworms and Roundworms for Pets and People
Most pets have the run of the house. They share the bed, the couch, and wander through the kitchen as
Read moreTrick or Treating with Your Dog (Is it a Good Idea?)
For some dogs, Halloween is a time of stress and fear. Between the doorbell ringing constantly and the strangers dressed
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