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4 Ways to Show How Much You Love Your Pet on Valentine’s Day
4 Ways to Show How Much You Love Your Pet on Valentine’s Day As February 14th approaches, you may be thinking of ways to show your sweetheart how much you love them. With the following suggestions, you can also include your four-legged friend in this holiday’s...
How to Brush Your Pet’s Teeth
How to Brush Your Pet’s Teeth Brushing your pet’s teeth should be something you do as frequently as you brush your own teeth. By brushing your pet’s teeth daily, you can reduce the amount of plaque and oral bacteria in their mouth and help keep pet dental...
Parasite Prevention Tip: Why Your Pet Needs to Be on Preventatives 12 Months a Year
Parasite Prevention Tip: Why Your Pet Needs to Be on Preventatives 12 Months a Year With winter here and the thermometer taking a dip, you may think it’s safe to skip a dose or two of your pet’s parasite prevention medication. After all, you hardly venture...
How to Take Responsibility for Your Dog
Now is the perfect time to ensure you are keeping your dog happy and healthy. Follow these six tips on how to take responsibility for your pup. #1: Socialize your dog A properly socialized dog is more likely to be well-adjusted and well-behaved. This helps...
3 Tips on Making Your Senior Pet More Comfortable in the Winter
3 Tips on Making Your Senior Pet More Comfortable in the Winter Frigid winter weather can be harsh on old bones and aching joints, and elderly pets who are unable to regulate their body temperature, as well as their younger counterparts, can suffer. When cold...
Indoor Enrichment for Pets When the Weather Is Bad
Indoor Enrichment for Pets When the Weather Is Bad When bad weather strikes and your pet is going stir-crazy from being cooped up indoors, turn to indoor enrichment activities. These games will exercise not only your furry pal’s body but also their mind,...
Tips On Caring for Your Senior Pet
Tips On Caring for Your Senior Pet The worst part about pet ownership is that our beloved cats and dogs never live long enough. As their golden years draw near, it’s time to think about how you can best preserve their health and maintain their quality of life....
How to Make a Safe Thanksgiving Feast for Your Pet
How to Make a Safe Thanksgiving Feast for Your Pet Thanksgiving is a drool-worthy holiday, but it’s not just people who overeat during the festivities. Pets also may overindulge, and too much of a good thing can lead to a messy outcome, like vomiting and...
How to Get Your Dog to Walk Calmly on a Leash
Does walking your dog consist of constant pulling and tugging? If it’s a struggle to get your pup to walk calmly at your side, follow these five steps to teach your pup good leash manners. Step 1: Outfit your dog with the correct leash Ditch the retractable...
Tips for Setting Up for Your New Arrival
Welcoming a new furry friend into your home is exciting, but it can also be a lot of work. Before your new family member arrives, it's important to have all the necessary supplies ready. Planning and preparing for your pet's arrival also means pet-proofing your home....