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Did you know that October is National Seafood Month? Just like their human counterparts, plenty of pets have a natural affinity for foods that come from the ocean. Not only is seafood delicious to many people and pets, but fish is packed with powerful nutrients that contribute to overall health and wellness. And since some […]

Mick Szydlowski is an author, marketing consultant and animal welfare advocate living in Seattle, Washington, with his wife, plus two young daughters and their “big brother,” Klaus the cat. Although Oskar is no longer around, Mick is patiently awaiting the arrival of his next special-needs shelter cat, which just happens to be another blind tabby! What […]

Every pet owner knows that vet care is a routine part of being a responsible pet parent, but not every pet parent knows what vet care should cost from basic preventative care and vaccinations to an unexpected diagnosis. This article gives an overview of what kinds of expenses to expect and what those expenses are […]

Healthy Cats With so many different personality types among them, it can be difficult to read your cat’s mood and overall wellness; however, studies have shown that happy, healthy cats (regardless of personality) all exhibit similar physical and vocal cues to indicate that they are happy and healthy. Here are 10 signs of a healthy […]

At the height of hurricane season, please remember that our pets rely on us to get them ready for the next big storm so it’s important to include your dog and cat in your preparedness plan. Here are my best tips on how to prepare your pets for the next inevitable hurricane. Make Sure Your […]

Separation Anxiety In Dogs Nothing is cuter than when your dog follows you from room to room, wanting to stay as close as possible. But what happens when this cute behavior turns into anxiety for your dog? For some dogs, the moment their pet parents head out the door, a cycle of separation anxiety starts. […]

Ginger Cat Appreciation Day takes place in September, but any day to recognize these cute, adorable, yet often overlooked fur babies is a reason to celebrate! Most Americans remember such iconic ginger cat characters like Garfield with his funny, quirky, fun-loving attitude, and Hobbes of Calvin and Hobbes, who embodies playfulness and feline instincts. Ginger […]

Take Your Cat to the Vet Day is only recognized one day a year in August, but routine wellness visits and checkups with your veterinarian are imperative for detecting disease early and ensuring your cat is healthy. Unfortunately, cat parents do not bring in their pets for veterinarian checkups nearly as often as dog parents […]

When a service dog ran up to a woman on a busy street, she tried to shoo the dog away. Meanwhile, the dog’s owner was seemingly in distress. Thankfully, the dog owner wasn’t having a seizure or another life-threatening medical emergency; had he been, he may have died. August 5-11 is International Assistance Dog Week […]

Indoor Plants That Are Pet Safe Nothing freshens your indoor environment like natural greenery. Many such plants are even known detoxifiers, but some plants (even the detoxifiers) are poisonous to cats and dogs; however, you can safely spruce up your interior with any one of these 10 pet-safe indoor plants. 1. Palms Palms that perform […]

It is amazing how quickly the Fourth of July has come around. Next week people around the country will be celebrating the birth of our freedom with BBQs, parties, celebrations and fireworks. Although this is a very exciting holiday and time for us, it can be a very dangerous and scary time for our pets. […]

Rotational Feeding For Dogs Note: Rotational feeding is not recommended for dogs with food allergies or sensitivities. Some animals with food allergies can be predisposed to developing further allergies. There are many ways to add variety to your pet’s mealtimes. Rotational feeding for dogs can add variety through flavor (ex. chicken, lamb, salmon or pork), texture (ex. […]