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  November 1st is National Cook for Your Pet Day. What better way to show your love for your furry family members than a home-cooked meal. The mouthwatering sights and smells of your DIY dog food preparation will make your pup’s day. You’ll never have a more attentive audience for your culinary prowess. Advantages of […]

Cats are wonderful companions. They are also very independent animals, which means they are masters at hiding their true feelings- including when they are under the weather. An essential part of being a pet parent is being aware of the signs of possible health concerns in your feline family members before they become bigger issues. […]

We all wish we could live like our dogs: Eat, Sleep, Play, Repeat (sounds “ruff”!). While they may seem to enjoy this daily routine, pups can experience boredom and restlessness, just like us! Historically, most dogs were bred to complete tasks alongside humans like herding livestock, hunting, search and rescue, guarding, etc. Presently, the majority […]

It’s officially summer! While the season is optimal for enjoying the great outdoors with your family and fur babies, it can also be an opportunity for heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Heat exhaustion occurs when a dog’s body temperature reaches over 103-degrees. A definite cause for concern is heat stroke, when their temperatures reach 106-degrees […]

Opening your home and heart to a new dog can be exciting, but there are many things to consider before adding a new member to your pack, especially when you already have a fur baby at home. Before taking the plunge, it’s essential to examine the pros and cons. This is a decision that will […]

  If you or a loved one has ever dealt with anxiety, then you know that it can be physically and emotionally exhausting to get through the day. The same is true for dogs. The many different causes of anxiety in dogs, if not addressed, can cause long-term fear throughout your pup’s life. Knowing which […]

The truth is in the poop. That’s right, we said it! Keeping an eye on our dog’s stools, albeit not the most appealing activity, is one of the ways we monitor his or her health. We don’t like to think about the inevitable diarrhea days (and the mess that comes with them), but they do […]

Spring weather is just around the corner! Along with better weather, longer days, and more outdoor activities, the upcoming months have a lot of changes in store for our furry friends. While you are spring cleaning this season, don’t forget to prepare your pups and kitties for the changes as well. Here are some things […]

As much as we wish they would stay puppies forever, we cannot prevent our pups from aging. We can, though, take measures to allow them to live as happy as possible during their golden years. Outward signs of an aging dog that we tend to see include characterisitics such as gray hair and foggy eyes. […]

Have you ever thought about how your pets process emotions? While dogs and cats do not express themselves exactly as we do, they do experience a lot of the same feelings that humans go through—in their own ways. This is true with sadness. Yes, even dogs and cats can experience periods of depression, and it’s […]