There is a variety of products that can help disabled pets live full, active lives. Providing a home for a disabled dog or cat is a kind and generous deed. Whether your pet had a handicap when you adopted him or developed one after he was already a member of your family, you know that disabled animals give just as much love and joy to their human family members as fully … [Read more...]
Preparing for Your First Cat
What you need to do before your new feline comes home. The inevitable is finally happening; you are about to become a cat owner for the first time. When you bring that kitty into your home, you will join more than 47 million other cat owners in the U.S.[1] Cats are known for being easy keepers. They don’t require anywhere near the amount of work as a dog. However, even … [Read more...]
Best Vacuums for Pet Hair
Five of the best appliances for sucking up excess fur. Being a pet owner doesn’t have too many downsides, but if you had to pick one, dealing with loose hair might be it. Trying to get pet hair off surfaces around the house is a big chore for those who live with dogs and cats who shed—and most do. The good news is that a number of vacuum cleaner manufacturers have … [Read more...]
6 Must-Have Dog Toys
Whether your pets prefer chewing, chasing, tugging or snuggling, these are sure to keep them entertained. It’s hard to find a dog who doesn’t like toys. Whether it’s chasing, tugging or chewing, most dogs enjoy interacting with toys designed specifically for them. Pet product companies are always looking for new ways to entertain dogs, and creating fun and innovative toys are … [Read more...]
Teaching Your Dog Agility Moves
Start with basic commands and then introduce various obstacles one at a time. Agility dogs are good at running up A-frames and through tunnels, scaling tire jumps and racing through weave poles. And they do all this while focusing on their humans, who provide them with verbal and physical cues. If you have ever wondered how agility dogs learn to negotiate a course at … [Read more...]
Vaccinate Your Pets
Keeping dogs and cats up-to-date on their immunizations is crucial to their health and well-being. Imagine a time when distemper was rampant in dogs, killing those canines who weren’t able to fight off the virus. Or a time when cats who went outside were at great risk of contracting feline leukemia and eventually dying from the disease. In the days before vaccines for … [Read more...]
Choosing the Best Doggie Daycare
How to find the right facility for your beloved canine(s). Daycare for dogs is one of the greatest pet inventions of all time. A place where you can leave your dog all day when you’re at work where he can play and burn energy? Who could ask for more? It’s not surprising that doggie daycare facilities have been popping up all over the country during the past several … [Read more...]
Up-and-Coming Internet Cats You Should Follow
Five felines on their way to superstardom Some say the internet belongs to cats. Watching cute cat videos is one of the most popular online activities among users, and felines have a strong presence in all social media platforms, especially Facebook and Instagram. Here’s a look at five up-and-coming internet cats that are getting the attention of cat lovers … [Read more...]