Whether you’re doing it in your home or the yard, here’s what you need to make bath time fun (or at least tolerable) for your pup.
The health benefits and risks of pet ownership
They’re cute, cuddly, and loving, but dogs and cats aren’t always appropriate for older adults.
Dogs and children
Dogs and children can be great friends and having a dog can help children develop kindness, understanding and respect for living things. Dog companionship can improve a child’s social skills with people while caring for a pet can encourage responsibility.
How to Keep Pets Safe When the Temperatures Climb
Many experts predict parts of the country will see warmer than usual weather over the next few months and proof of that may be the prolonged heat wave out west. Extreme heat is dangerous for us, as well as for your family pets. The American Red Cross has steps to take to help ensure your pet stays safe this summer:
6 Funny Dog Stories: What Has Your Dog Done?
There is no shortage of funny dog stories but I personally never get bored hearing about our goofy best friends. Over the past decade, I have cared for over 150 dogs from the various pet services I provide. I’ve experienced many funny moments involving those dogs and my own dog. Here is my top 6 funny dog stories.
17 Funny Pet Stories That Will Brighten Your Day
We love our pets for a whole bunch of reasons. They give us cuddles. They’re adorable. They keep us active. But perhaps most importantly, they’re the world’s best comedians. To help put a smile on your face today, we’ve uncovered the funniest pet stories out there, from a “coughing” snake, to a cat who accidentally got stuck in a pile of tape. And for more amazingly adorable pet tales, check out The 30 Most Adorable Animal Stories of 2023
How you can help improve access to veterinary care
Money’s a big one, but it’s not the only one, and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is betting you can think of a few more, like lack of transportation. That’s why they’re asking for your help completing a special survey on AVC.
7 Human Foods That Are Poisonous & Toxic To Cats
When it comes to foods that are truly poisonous to cats, the list is thankfully quite short. However, some foods that are traditionally associated with cats can actually cause more harm than good: think of the proverbial saucer of milk.
Creating the Best Case Scenario for Cats and Dogs Living Together
Are you one of those excited pet parents who are keen to grow their family? Cutesy videos of cats and dogs playing together and the popular comic Pixie and Brutus could have influenced your choice of the next addition to your family.
The Human-Animal Bond: Matchy-Matchy Fashion is Growing in Popularity
The human-animal bond improves lives. The mutually beneficial, dynamic relationship between people and animals is influenced by behaviors that are essential to the health and well-being of both. This includes, but is not limited to, emotional, psychological and physical interactions of people, animals and the environment.