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 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...]
How Smart Are Dogs?
By Nicole Etolen How smart are dogs? If you ask any canine parent, they’ll tell you “pretty darn clever!” Of course, like parents of human kids, pet parents are prone to exaggeration, so you might have a hard time taking their word for it. Turns out you don’t have to! Scientists have spent generations trying to answer this question. Read on to find out what they’ve … [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...]
How to Prepare a Pet For Thunderstorms?
Summer storms are on the way and that makes a lot of people nervous. Millions of animals experience severe storm phobia every year. It’s little wonder - dogs and cats have been naturally conditioned to be weary of storms since the dawn of man. Not only do they sense these storms earlier than we do (thanks largely to being more sensitive to barometric pressure drops and … [Read more...]
Andis Scholarship Winner 2019
Andis Awards Animal Behavior College Dog Groomer Scholarship Amy Ganos knew what she wanted – a career grooming dogs and owning a business. But financial hurdles got in the way of her enrolling in a dog-groomer program. When Andis Company sponsored a social media contest last year and awarded the Tucson, Arizona resident a full scholarship to Animal Behavior College’s … [Read more...]
Pet Theft Awareness – How to Protect Your Pet
It’s hard to believe that someone would steal a person’s pet, but sadly, there are over two million cases reported per year - with fewer than 10% returned home. Even worse, it’s estimated that pet theft has risen by 31 percent since 2007. Today, we’re looking at why pets are most often stolen, how you can protect your pet and how you can reduce the possibility of a dog- or … [Read more...]
The Importance of Dental Cleanings – National Dental Month 2019
Good oral hygiene is directly tied directly to a pet’s overall health and longevity. February is advertised at Pet Dental Month. It’s a great opportunity to take advantage of deep discounts offered by veterinarians on dental cleanings and check-ups as well as a wide variety of products that promote a healthy mouth so that pets can have a great dental routine year-round. Dr. … [Read more...]