Teaching the behavior causes more problems than it solves. In “Meet the Parents,” Robert DeNiro’s character owns a cat named Jinx that has a unique talent: The cat uses the toilet instead of the litterbox. At first thought, the idea of your cat using the toilet instead the litterbox may have great appeal. Who wouldn’t like to avoid scooping the litterbox. However, the … [Read more...]
A Howling Good Time
How to have a safe and fun Halloween with your dog—and kids, too. For many, Howl’oween is the most popular event on the pet calendar. Going trick-or-treating is a wonderful way to have some family fun and spend good quality doggie time together. But let’s get real; it’s not about the tricks, it’s all about the treats. During the festivities, it’s essential that you keep … [Read more...]
No More Sneezing
One of these hypoallergenic breeds might help reduce your allergic reactions. Have you been longing to add a cat or dog to your home but thought your allergies prevented you from joining the ranks of happy pet owners? While no animal is completely free of allergens, several cat and dog breeds are considered “hypoallergenic,” meaning they have fewer allergens than other breeds, … [Read more...]
Anxious Felines
How to tell if your cat is stressed—and how to help. Cats are complex creatures and identifying the reasons why one chooses to do (or not do) something can be quite vexing for humans. When evaluating a cat-related problem you need to realize that just like humans: 1) Cats never do anything without a reason—even if you don’t truly understand the motivation; and 2) Nearly … [Read more...]
Buyers Guide: Harnesses & Head Collars
What to look for when a basic collar isn’t enough. When most dogs go on walks, they wear a collar around their necks. It might be a leather or nylon buckle collar, a choke chain collar or a martingale. However, some dogs need more than just a restraint around their neck. A harness or head collar can be the best choice for dogs who just don’t do well with traditional … [Read more...]
Take Home a Less-Adoptable Pet
Every companion animal should have a forever family. Shelters around the country are filled with homeless pets, many of who will never get a home. More than a million dogs and cats are euthanized in shelters each year because no one wants them. While this is an incredibly sad truth, you can do something to help. By choosing a less-adoptable animal from a shelter, you will … [Read more...]
Happy Cats
Show how much you love your felines during Happy Cat Month. There’s an old saying that goes something like this: “Happy wife, happy life.” But as most cat owners know, one of those words can easily be swapped out to give the phrase even more meaning. After all, if you have a happy cat, you are bound to have a happy life. Each September for the last several years, the … [Read more...]
Family-Friendly Dog Breeds
Some of the best canines for children There’s nothing better than being able to give children the opportunity to grow up with dogs in the home. They can become best friends from an early age. Having a dog teaches children how to responsibly care for others, how to share and to be kind to animals in general. Every year, the American Kennel Club puts out a list of the most … [Read more...]