October brings with it Halloween and all things eerie—including ghost stories about visits from spooks both scary and friendly. This year, combine your love of pets with the spookiness of the season by sharing these stories about phantom dogs (and a spectral cat). Preston the Halloween Helper Casper isn’t the only friendly ghost. Residents of the Belmont Hillsboro … [Read more...]
How to Chose A Dog Park: On-leash, Off-leash or None at All
Dog parks have been in the news more and more these days. As populations grow and families move closer to cities, we need places for our dogs to be dogs. Dogs experience many benefits from playing at the dog parks. They get a chance to socialize, expend some energy, interact with other pets, and fine tune their social skills. In most cases, your dog will come home content … [Read more...]
Why Is It Dangerous To Leave a Dog in a Hot Car?
Learn the dangers of leaving a dog alone in a parked car—even for a few minutes. No Single Riders We’ve seen them in the parking lots of strip malls and supermarkets. Dogs left in parked cars, maybe sitting in the driver’s seat quietly looking out the windshield or pacing in the backseat, barking at passersby. We may even have been tempted to run into the store quickly … [Read more...]
Why is it Important to Brush Long-Haired Dogs?
Your long-haired dog’s beautiful coat is one of her most endearing features and may be one of your favorite things about her—until her coat needs serious grooming attention. You likely already follow a regular grooming routine to keep her looking her best—but did you know this regular attention also helps you keep her healthy? Learn how regular grooming tasks improve your dog’s … [Read more...]
What Are The Pro’s and Con’s of Cage-Free Grooming?
Thinking Outside the Cage There’s no denying that our pets become important members of our families, and we shower them with love, respect, and kindness. With the love that we feel for these cherished animals, it often follows that we are reluctant to place them in situations where their movements may be restricted. As an example, we may not wish to have our pets sit in crates … [Read more...]
Respect Your Cat Day – March 28th
R-E-S-P-E-C-T: Find out how to show it to your cat. “Most good relationships are built on mutual trust and respect.” – Mona Sutphen, former White House Deputy Chief of Staff As a devoted cat owner, you most likely have taken this advice to heart and place great value on the bond you have developed with your feline friend. In fact, on March 28, you can celebrate that esteem … [Read more...]
What’s the Best Cat for Me? – The Perfect Fit
By doing a little research, you can find a feline friend whose personality and care requirements mesh well with your family. Just like people, cats have unique and individual personalities. Some are laid back, while others are always on the go. When looking for a new cat or kitten to add to your household, consider the type of personality that will mesh best with your … [Read more...]
Do It Yourself Dog Costumes
Let your canine companion join in the Halloween fun with these ideas for do-it-yourself dog costumes. Halloween is almost here—have you planned your costume yet? Even more important—have you planned your dog’s costume yet? Don’t worry, you still have plenty of time to fine tune a “do-it-yourself” costume that will make you and your canine companion the talk of the … [Read more...]