Your Pet’s Senior Wellness Exam

When you first bring a dog or cat into your life, begin making veterinary visits a pleasant experience.  Help your pet feel comfortable in his or her crate, carrier or harness, so that car rides are not stressful.  Start off slowly, just a ride around the block to acclimate them to the car’s motion.  Eventually, […]

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November is Adopt a Senior Dog Month

When you are looking for a new furry friend to add to the family, please don’t pass by the senior dogs for the cute bouncy puppy.  Older dogs have earned their wisdom fur and want nothing more than to live out their golden years surrounded by a loving family and a warm bed.  They still […]

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Lucky to be Owned by a Black Cat:  Celebrate Her on National Black Cat Day, October 27th

The stunning black-coated, copper-eyed, Bombay Cat is 100% domestic feline but looks very much like a pint-sized panther.  She is prized for her inky black coat that is pigmented all the way down to the root, accounting for the intense color. The Bombay is intelligent, easy going and has a purr that truly sounds like […]

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Top 5 Halloween Pet Safety Tips

What is fun for us, is not always fun for our pets.  Costumes distort human shapes making them scary.  Loud noises make animals want to dart from the safety of their homes.  Sweet treats for humans are potentially fatal to dogs and cats.  Plan ahead, look at this holiday from your pet’s point of view, […]

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In the Company of the Compact: Safety Tips for Your Tiny Tail-Waggers

  As a dog parent, you know that life with a tiny tail-wagger is a bundle of joy. Those big eyes, tiny paws, and wagging tails can melt even the iciest of hearts. However, keeping your petite companion safe and sound requires a bit of extra care and consideration. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore […]

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Why is Caffeine Dangerous for Your Dog?

As the weather cools down, the yummy scent of special coffees fill their air waves.  Most pet parents know that chocolate is toxic to dogs due to methylaxanthines, including theobromine and caffeine.  Both of these substances stimulate the central nervous system and increase heart rate.  They also have diuretic effects in that they increase urine production, […]

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Puppy Training 101: A Beginner’s Guide to Getting Started

Welcoming a new puppy into your home is an exciting and heartwarming experience. The wagging tail, endless enthusiasm, and introductions to each family member contribute to the joy. However, the responsibility of proper training comes with the joy of having a puppy. Training your puppy isn’t just about teaching them basic commands; it’s about building […]

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Harvest Treats for Your Pooch

The autumn harvest brings images of red and gold leaves falling to the ground, raked into piles and then bounded into by the family dog!  You may also think of vine-filled pumpkin patches, tree branches filled with red, gold or green apples and the sweet and spicy aroma of cinnamon.  Harvest means to reap, to […]

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Seasonal Changes and How They Affect Our Pets

As we turn the corner into autumn and then winter, many humans experience a mood shift partially due to plunging temperatures, but also because as daylight hours decrease, the brain produces more melatonin and less serotonin.  This chemical change manifests in many as low energy, loss of appetite and feelings of sadness that sometimes remain […]

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From a Balanced Diet to Nutritional Value – Upgrading Your Furry Friend’s Eating Through Customized Dog Food

Photo by Roberto Nickson on Unsplash “There’s а sаying. If you wаnt someone to love you forever, buy а ԁog, feeԁ it аnԁ keeр it аrounԁ.” – Diсk Dаle. As a dog owner or when looking forward to adopting one, learning about its healthy diet is the first step to develop a strong bonding with your pet. […]

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Details about Smart Collars to Keep Your Dog Safe

Dogs are some of the family members we trust the most. Losing them is one of the worst things in the world!  Even when we do everything we can to keep our pets safe, sometimes life happens.      Smart pet collars are high-tech, cutting-edge gadgets with many of the latest safety features so you […]

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Disaster Preparedness Month Includes Preparing for Your Pets’ Safety

The United States observes National Preparedness Month every September in an effort to raise awareness about the importance of preparing for disasters and emergencies that could happen at any time. Dogs and cats are part of the family too, so make sure you focus extra attention on them when their world has suddenly been turned […]

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