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How To Spot Signs of Pain in Your Pet
How To Spot Signs of Pain in Your Pet Pets are masters at hiding any vulnerabilities, so it can be tough to tell when they are in pain. September is Animal Pain Awareness Month, so do your pet a favor and learn the following common signs of pain to get them help when...
How Do Pet Microchips Work?
How Do Pet Microchips Work? If you've been on the fence about having your pet microchipped, it might help ease your mind to understand how microchips work. While they do not provide GPS tracking capabilities, they do offer a permanent means of identification for your...
How to Spot Heatstroke in Your Pet
How to Spot Heatstroke in Your Pet As summer reaches its height, your furry pal may grow more accustomed to the high temperatures and humidity levels associated with the season, but they still can succumb to heatstroke. Abrupt temperature increases can cause a sudden...
How To Help Your Pet Cope With Noise Aversion
How To Help Your Pet Cope With Noise Aversion Many pets are scared of loud noises, whether they’re caused by the vacuum cleaner, construction, or fireworks. Although you may not be able to avoid all of these sounds completely, you can help your furry pal cope with the...
4 Ways to Ensure You Have a Cool Pet This Summer
4 Ways to Ensure You Have a Cool Pet This Summer Summertime is full of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, although high temperatures and humidity can make it uncomfortable for your pet. Help your furry pal beat the heat with the following tips. #1: Fill up a...
The Best Ways to Safely Handle Ticks When Hiking with Your Pet
The Best Ways to Safely Handle Ticks When Hiking with Your Pet Nothing sends the creepy-crawlies up your spine more than spotting a tick prowling across your pet’s skin. When taking advantage of the beautiful summer weather to go hiking with your pet, help them stay...
How to Get Your Cat to Feel Comfortable at Home
How to Get Your Cat to Feel Comfortable at Home June is Adopt a Shelter Cat Month, although welcoming a new cat into your home and family is an excellent idea any time of year. However, naturally, your new feline friend may be unsure and anxious in their new...
Does Your Dog Have Canine Anxiety?
Does Your Dog Have Canine Anxiety? Anxiety in dogs is more common than you might think. Signals that indicate your pup could be anxious can be difficult to detect, but once you know what to look for, you may find them to be pretty obvious. In honor of Dog...
Spring Skin Allergies in Pets
April Showers Bring… Spring Skin Allergies in Pets As spring brings warmer weather and new growth, it also brings something more threatening—pollen. This yellow substance triggers irritating allergies in people and pets alike and can cause a wide variety of...
How To Pack a Pet First Aid Kit
How to Pack a Pet First Aid Kit Your furry pal is surrounded by hazards every day. Sometimes, these hazards can cause a life-threatening or fatal condition if not treated quickly enough, which is where pet first aid comes into play. In honor of National Pet...