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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...
How To Protect Your Dog From Lyme Disease
How to Protect Your Dog from Lyme Disease Black-legged, or deer, ticks are the species responsible for transmitting Lyme disease to dogs and people. No longer limited to the East Coast, Lyme disease is spreading across the country and can infect dogs in any...
Common Pet Toxins You Should Be Aware Of
Danger Alert! Common Pet Toxins Household toxins are a common source of pet poisoning, particularly in the kitchen or bathroom. However, potential hazards can lurk everywhere, including in your garage, garden, and cupboards. Brush up on your toxin knowledge...
How to Respect Your Cat’s Unique Nature in 3 Ways
3 Ways to Respect Your Cat On March 28, we celebrate Respect Your Cat Day. While proud felines typically demand our respect and unwavering devotion every day of the year, make it a point to cater to their unique needs on their noteworthy holiday. Try the...
Four Ways To Share Valentine’s Day Love With Your Pet
4 Ways to Show How Much You Love Your Pet on Valentine’s Day As February 14th approaches, you may be thinking of ways to show your sweetheart how much you love them. With the following suggestions, you can also include your four-legged friend in this holiday’s...
How to Brush Your Pet’s Teeth
5 Simple Steps to Start Brushing Your Pet’s Teeth Brushing your pet’s teeth should be something you do as frequently as you brush your own teeth. By brushing your pet’s teeth daily, you can reduce the amount of plaque and oral bacteria in their mouth and help...
New Year’s Resolutions for Pets and Owners
5 New Year’s Resolutions That Can Change Your Pet’s Life The start of a new year has always been a time to improve your life. This year, ensure you also include your pet in that focus. Here are five New Year’s resolutions to add to your list that are guaranteed...
Is Your Pet Protected from Parasites All Year Long?
3 Reasons Why Your Pet Needs Parasite Prevention 12 Months a Year With winter here and the thermometer taking a dip, you may think it’s safe to skip a dose or two of your pet’s parasite prevention medication. After all, you hardly venture outdoors in such...