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How to Find a Pet Sitter You’ll Feel Great About
When pet owners travel, they cannot always take their four-legged family members and when such occasions arise, pet owners need to be able to have a reliable caretaker available for their pets if they do not want to board their pets. Many pet owners rely on neighbors to watch their pets while they are away […]
Dr. Danielle’s Ultimate Guide to Getting your Pet in Shape in 2018
This year, you may be working towards some health and fitness goals. But what about Sparky? You may not know, but our dogs and cats are now larger than ever before. What we may consider cute and cuddly is fast becoming an alarming statistic. 54% of dogs and 59% of cats are classified as overweight […]
Dr. Danielle’s Key Puppy Development Stages
From the day you bring your puppy home to the day you celebrate their first birthday, your new puppy’s growth and development is nothing short of impressive. Starting as a tiny bundle of fluff that can barely open his eyes and growing into a whirlwind of puppy energy that never seems to sit still, a […]
Puppy Training Tips: 4 Ways To Reduce Training Stress
A well-trained puppy with great social skills in guaranteed to have a great social life because good manners opens doors ensuring he will be welcome everywhere. 1. Start Training Early It’s important to start young. Dog trainers say that the puppy stage between five weeks and twenty weeks is critical because that’s when the dog […]
What You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Doggy Dental Health
In 2017, the top diagnosis made by US Veterinarians for dogs was dental disease, a problem so widespread it now affects 4 out of 5 dogs over three. Contributing to this epidemic is the lack of daily dental care for dogs, the increase of small breeds and older dogs that are more predisposed to dental […]
Preparing Your Home for a New Puppy
A new puppy! Get ready for a rollercoaster ride of fun as your exuberant pup turns your home and yard into an exciting adventure playground seeking out fun stuff to explore — and chew. Puppy Proof Your Home Just like small children and crawling babies, puppies are driven by curiosity. Before you bring your new […]
How To Help A Stressed Out Cat
Types of Stress in Cats: Acute stress This is something cat parents more easily recognize in cats. Just picture your cat on the veterinarian’s exam table or remember the day you brought home a second pet or moved to a new house. Chronic stress This can easily be overlooked. This is the day-to-day stress that […]
How to Choose a Professional Dog Trainer You’re Comfortable With
By Stephanie Du Preez, Great Dog Rescue The start of a new year can mean a fresh slate and a chance to improve the relationship you have with your dog. One great way to do this is by signing your dog up for professional training. If you’ve ever sought professional training for your dog in […]
5 of the Most Common Cat Behaviors Explained
Most cats are beloved furry members of the family but even though they are adored, they can also leave the human members of the family frustrated and confused by behaviors that don’t seem to make sense. What we label as misbehavior or random behavior is just miscommunication between the cat and human. All behaviors make […]
Is Your Dog at Risk of Frostbite? What Every Dog Lover Should Know
All you need do to do is look at a U.S. weather map or step outside to learn that nearly the entire country is experiencing uncommonly cold, freezing temperatures. It’s icy in Austin, snowy in Nashville and stormy up and down much of the East Coast. As you scramble to add layers of clothing this season, don’t […]
Traveling With Pets: A Safety Guide
If you’re a pet parent who also loves exploring, then you’ve probably thought about or have traveled with your pet. When you do travel with pets—be it in the car, on a plane or elsewhere, safety should always come first. Jan 2 is National Pet Travel Safety Day; we’re celebrating by sharing some of the […]
How to Maintain Joint Health For Aging Dogs
Joint Health For Dogs As the days start to get colder many dog owners begin to notice that their dog shows signs of slowing down or experience increased difficulty moving around as freely as they would normally do. Whilst these joint and mobility issues can affect dogs of any age and size the most prevalent groups include those […]
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