If you live in an apartment and are a dog lover, you may wonder whether owning an apartment dog is a good idea. You may hesitate about getting a four-legged friend because you are concentrating on the potential downsides, including: You live on the 7th floor and don’t have access to a backyard. You have …
It’s a hard thing to dwell on, but subconsciously you know your beloved dog will grow older. Unfortunately, however, your four-legged companion’s senior years arrive much faster than any pet owner would prefer. As your best friend ages, it’s important to begin thinking about your dog’s quality of life so that his golden years are …
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Making sure that your dog is well taken care of can be stressful and time-consuming. While dog grooming certainly helps, it can be hard to know when to bring them back to the groomers and what other services they need. A dog’s skin and fur make up 13% of their adult weight and even more in …
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Do you live in a cold climate? If so, you might be wondering about cold weather and pets. Specifically, how cold is too cold for your pets to be outside? Rather than relying on vague pet tips and catchphrases like “if you’re cold, they’re cold” to decide when it’s time to bring your fur babies …
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There are currently more than 76,000,000 pet dogs in the United States today. As the holiday season draws near, many families consider the merits of giving pets as gifts. But what are the realities of buying a puppy for Christmas? While puppies are guaranteed to delight children and make a cute new addition to the family, …
There are around 232,000 cases of pet poisoning in the US annually. Sadly, there are many things lurking in our homes that are common pet toxins. As a result, people tend to lean more towards natural remedies. But, believe it or not, some of the natural remedies, foods, and herbs you have are also toxic to our dogs. …
Did you know that over 25% of households have cats? It’s true. Even better, cat lovers can celebrate their beloved pets with National Cat Day on October 29th. (However, if your cat could talk, they’d probably inform you that every day should be National Cat Day.) Here are some great ways to celebrate your pet and …
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Training your pet can be tricky, but proper pet training and pet care are so important because they are the basis for a loving, respectful and happy companionship with your pet. There are countless methods available but which are right for you and your pet and will be the most effective? While this guide mainly …
Introducing a new pet to your home with existing pets and children can be overwhelming for everyone involved! It’s important to make this introduction as safe and calm as possible, but it can be tricky to know exactly how to do that. Especially if you’re introducing different types of animals like cats and dogs or rescue …
In the US, 42.7 million homes own at least one cat. Even with this many feline friends in our homes, many people still don’t fully understand their cat’s behavior. They can often be mysterious creatures and behave in ways that confuse us. Understanding your cat’s behavior can help you be a better owner and keep your cat …
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