The idea of regular dental care for your dog might not be one that’s occurred to you. Nevertheless, dogs face the same risks for dental issues as humans do: over time plaque builds up, which leads to gum inflammation and tooth decay. Periodontal disease occurs five time as often in pets as it does in … Read more
Natural remedies and items are usually great, but there are some natural “remedies” for dogs that may not be as beneficial as one might think. Here are several of them: Garlic- The use of garlic may actually increase the risk of hemolytic anemia, or the obliteration of red blood cells. Aloe vera- This extract from … Read more
Reputable shelters often get “bonded” pets – meaning two pets that are emotionally very tied to each other and have a very good, close relationship. When shelters see this, they will often refuse to adopt them out separately. Adopting out a bonded pair together often raises their chances of successfully becoming happy members of their … Read more
Having a dog at home can have numerous benefits for your children: a dog is a built-in playmate, confidante and friend. Studies have proven that the company of a dog relieves stress and provides comfort to people of all ages. From the dog’s perspective, however, a small child who doesn’t know any better can be a source of discomfort, … Read more
Last week we did a post about the various jobs you could hold should you want to work with dogs. We promised we would go into more depth about some of the jobs so today we’re going to share a bit more about being a dog groomer and dog boarding operator. Dog Groomer Requirements and … Read more
Do you want to keep your pet happy and healthy, but worry about your wallet? Here are some tips for being a financially responsible pet owner: Examine your economic situation before choosing to adopt a pet. Have you made room in your budget for the vet care, food costs, adoption fee, and spaying/neutering? If you … Read more
Have you ever wanted to work with dogs, but don’t know exactly how? Here are some great professions to get into if you’d like to spend every day with canines: Dog handler Dog show judge Kennel operator AKC staff Groomer Trainer Dog sitter or walker Animal behaviorist Vet Pet supplies K-9 Officer Pet photographer … Read more
You and Fido have had a wonderful relationship. He doesn’t earn money or do chores, you have to feed him his every meal, take him out multiple times day, exercise him, love him, play with him, groom him and keep him happy, but in return he gives you 100% unconditional love. This is a relationship … Read more
Why might your cat lick you? For cats, licking is a social interaction as well as a cleaning rite. When your cat licks you, he’s trying to both clean you and claim you with his scent, as he would another cat. Licking is also a comforting and soothing sensation to cats–associated with a mother cleaning … Read more
Cats are susceptible to health problems brought on by high summer temperatures. Here are some tips to keeping your cat cool throughout the summer: Don’t take away the fur. Shaving your cat’s fur makes their skin more susceptible to the sun’s rays. A well groomed cat will help keep the heat at bay. Keep your … Read more