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Cat Tail Body Language People who claim cats don’t show expression have just not spent time observing the many ways felines have mastered the art of communication. In addition to vocalization, visual marking, and scent communication, cats use body language. If you observe the way they express emotion through body posture, along with eye and […]

Dog Food For Allergies If your dog suffers from food allergies or intolerances, you’re probably wondering, “What can I do for my itching and irritated fur friend?” We know, it’s ruff to watch your pup itching instead of enjoying a hearty game of fetch. Luckily, there are dog foods out there that are specifically designed […]

Many people assume cats can’t be trained. Not true! Cats are very trainable and can be highly motivated when using appropriate, positive, cat-friendly techniques. The best time to start training is when your cat is a kitten. Begin the process when you first bring your kitten home because she’s ready to learn. There are many […]

Considering feeding a vegetarian diet to your dog or wanting the choice of providing them with their version of meatless Monday dinner plans? Vegetarianism has become increasingly popular in the human food world in the past 20 years, while historically, pet parents have been cautious to entertain a vegetarian option for their dog. But today, […]

Cats are fastidious groomers. They typically spend 30-50 percent of their day engaged in self-grooming. There are several reasons for a normal amount of grooming, such as: A way to cool down Removal of dead hair External parasite removal To remove scent traces of prey/food To create a familiar, identifying scent To clean debris from […]

We all love seeing our dogs happy and healthy and for most pet parents, giving their dog a chew treat is a guaranteed way to see that joy. What you may not know however, is when we give our dog’s that special treat to keep them occupied, it’s not only designed to keep them busy […]

Why Is Cleaning Your Dog’s Ears So Important? Ear cleaning is part of keeping your dog groomed and healthy from nose to tail. Dogs rely on their ears for hearing, balance, expression, and more. Cleaning your dog’s ears helps support their health and happiness and prevents pain and other problems. Deaf Dogs And Ear Health […]

Feeding a wholesome, nutritious, tasty diet to your dog is a huge priority for a loving pet parent. Whether you’re new to having a dog or have been a dog parent for a while, you may have some questions about improving your dog’s diet. Keep reading to learn about our 5 tips to achieve the […]

April 30th is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day and what better to celebrate than by adopting a shelter animal!  This is also a great opportunity to educate yourself about why shelter pets are the best, or to share the wealth of knowledge about what makes adopting a shelter pet great! While statistics are as much the […]

How to trim cat nails Trimming your cat’s nails probably sounds about as appealing as giving your cat a bath and yet…such is a necessary component of being a cat parent. Cats need help getting their nails trimmed even if they have a scratching post. Keeping your cat’s claws trimmed is actually important not just […]

Kittens are precious little bundles of joy to welcome into your home, but they’re also helpless. When they are born, they’re extremely reliant on others for care and nourishment. Kittens especially need the protective antibodies they get from their mother’s milk. These antibodies provide immunity that protects them for the first few weeks of their […]

You probably know that eating a plant-based diet has many health benefits for humans. But did you know your dog can also thrive eating plant-based food? What is a plant based diet for dogs? A plant-based diet is one that focuses primarily on plants. Beyond fruits and vegetables, plant-based diets include an abundance of whole […]