Electronic cat toys offer cats an opportunity to play on their own or with each other and simultaneously hone their instinctive needs to pounce and hunt. There is a fabulous selection to choose from to keep felines in play mode for spurts of 10 to 15 minutes at a time. They beep, blink and make sounds that mimic birds, mice and other critters. Some even have motion sensors to … [Read more...]
The Best Dogs for Families
What to look for when choosing a new canine household member. There’s nothing more exciting than welcoming a new canine to the family. However, when it comes to selecting a particular dog, knowing which breeds are more family-friendly than others can help prevent certain behavior or housekeeping issues from arising. In addition to researching size, daily care and grooming … [Read more...]
Buyers Guide: Pet Treat Cams
Five fun ways to stay connected with your pets when you’re away from home. Pet tech gadgets are growing in popularity because they enable owners to stay connected to their pets 24/7 from literally anywhere in the world via smartphone and tablet apps. And, understandably, the one tech gadget that is most popular with pets themselves are treat dispensing machines which pop out … [Read more...]
Vacationing with Your Dog
7 tips for worry-free travels June heralds the start of the summer vacation season and travel gurus are predicting that more dogs will go with their owners than in previous years. If your dog knows what to expect when he hears any variation of “leash, car, suitcase, carrier, airplane, vacation and/or travel,” here are a few tips to ensure he is ready for and has a great … [Read more...]
5 Hacks Every Cat Owner Should Know
Keeping your feline healthy and happy As cat owners, there are certain things we should all know how to do to keep our felines happy and healthy, as well as to better communicate with them. Here are five must-know hacks every cat owner should know. These promote feline happiness and wellbeing. How to Cut Your Cat’s Nails Cats who have an indoor lifestyle need lots of … [Read more...]
Travel Gear for Dogs
It’s never been easier to bring your canine(s) along wherever you go thanks to a wide range of products. With vacation season on the horizon, if you are like many owners, you will be making plans to take your dog(s) with you. And no matter where you will go or what you will do, there is a range of dog travel products that can help make your experiences easier and better. From … [Read more...]
Buyers Guide: Smart Toys for Cats
Interactive playthings can help keep felines challenged and entertained When it comes to entertainment and enrichment, cats actually have very simple needs: Can they chase it, scratch it, sit on it or hide in it…? Challenging toys that are designed specifically for felines can help you keep your cat(s) entertained and provide much-needed enrichment. Here is a sampling of smart … [Read more...]
The Perils of Chocolate & Pets
Always keep the tempting sweets away from your dogs and cats. The weeks before and after Easter are typically drenched in chocolate. And those fun-looking baskets filled with intriguingly shaped (and scented) candies can be an irresistible temptation for curious dogs. Cats could also discover that those foil-wrapped eggs make excellent toys. The guilty look and doleful … [Read more...]