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4 Dog Park Safety Tips for Responsible Pet Parents

4 Dog Park Safety Tips for Responsible Pet Parents

4 Dog Park Safety Tips for Responsible Pet Parents When going to an off-leash play area with your dog, remember our safety advice since the dog park may be harmful for those who are unprepared. #1: Guard your dog against infections Your dog must be up to date on their...

When Does Your Pet Need Emergency Care Because of a Limp?

When Does Your Pet Need Emergency Care Because of a Limp?

When Does Your Pet Need Emergency Care Because of a Limp? Your pet’s lameness can usually wait until the next business day for veterinary care. However, certain conditions, plus limping, mean you need to head to your nearest emergency veterinary hospital right away....

How to Make Home Modifications for Your Arthritic Cat

How to Make Home Modifications for Your Arthritic Cat

How to Make Home Modifications for Your Arthritic Cat Cats rarely complain unless they have a less-than-full food bowl, which can make determining that they are suffering from arthritis pain difficult. However, if your cat has been diagnosed with arthritis or seems to...

How to Prevent Your Dog from Getting Bitten by Other Dogs

How to Prevent Your Dog from Getting Bitten by Other Dogs

How to Prevent Your Dog from Getting Bitten by Other Dogs No one wants to deal with their beloved pet being hurt, which is why knowing how to prevent and respond to a dog bite should be an essential part of every dog owner's knowledge. While it’s impossible to fully...

4 Steps to Prepare for Your Pet’s Passing

4 Steps to Prepare for Your Pet’s Passing

4 Steps to Prepare for Your Pet's Passing Even though losing a pet is never easy, being prepared for it beforehand can lessen your mental and emotional pain. Here are four strategies for assisting with grieving and preparing for the eventual loss of your pet.   #1:...

How To Avoid Pet Hazards When Walking Your Dog

How To Avoid Pet Hazards When Walking Your Dog

How To Avoid Pet Hazards When Walking Your Dog   Celebrate Take a Walk in the Park Day with your four-legged friend on March 30, but don’t let hazards ruin a perfect day. Keep watch for the following issues when walking your pet.   #1: Other dogs Running...

3 Ways To Heal After the Loss of a Pet

3 Ways To Heal After the Loss of a Pet

3 Ways To Heal After the Loss of a Pet   Losing a pet can be as difficult as losing a family member or friend. Pets are integral family members, with an invaluable place in our lives. When your pet passes, processing your grief can be an extraordinary challenge....

3 Safe Pet Treats for Valentine’s Day

3 Safe Pet Treats for Valentine’s Day

3 Ways to Safely Treat Your Pet on Valentine’s Day   Although you show your furry friend just how much you love them every day, Valentine’s Day gives you the opportunity to shower them with even more adoration. While your pet cannot have chocolate, there are many...

How Dental Disease Affects Your Senior Pet’s Overall Health

How Dental Disease Affects Your Senior Pet’s Overall Health

How Dental Disease Affects Your Senior Pet’s Overall Health   As your furry pal ages, they are faced with many health changes. Their vision dims, their hearing becomes muffled, and their gait becomes unsteady. They also are likely to suffer from pet dental...

What Is Canine Influenza and What Should You Know About It

What Is Canine Influenza and What Should You Know About It

My Dog Is Coughing: Do They Have the Flu? Cough, cough, cough. Hearing your pooch sound like they’re hacking up a lung not long after you had the flu may make you wonder if they contracted your illness. While your dog certainly can become sick with a respiratory...

3 Stress-Free Senior Pet Exercises

3 Stress-Free Senior Pet Exercises

3 Easy Low-Impact Exercises for Senior Pets As your furry pal grows older, regular exercise is critical to help them maintain healthy muscle mass and body condition. However, the same activities your pet enjoyed when they were younger can create too much stress on...

Ways To Keep Your Pet Entertained This Winter

Ways To Keep Your Pet Entertained This Winter

Indoor Enrichment for Pets: How to Have Fun with Your Pet This Winter When the weather outside becomes too cold and snowy, it can be tough to find ways to entertain your pet indoors. Spice up their exercise routine with the following fun interactive games and toys to...