How to Help Pets After the Moore, Oklahoma Tornadoes

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We’ve all seen the damage that the tornado in Moore, Ok did and our hearts go out to all those affected. The pets also need help and the Oklahoma Alliance for Animals is putting out a call for help. The number of displaced animals and lost animals is large and they are working with many [...]

6 Memorial Day Travel Tips

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Heading out of town for the weekend? Want to take your pet? Traveling with your pet can be a lot of fun for you and them. Before you hit the road, don’t forget a few tips to make the weekend awesome! 6 tips to travel like a pro with your pet: Check pet policy and [...]

No More Bones! Safe Chew Toys for Dogs

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As much as dogs seem to love chewing on bones, there are hidden dangers about letting them chomp and chomp on them. Even though many of us know that chicken bones are bad because of how they can splinter, we may believe that other types of bones are ok to give our pups, but all [...]

The 6 Signs of Dog Health

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Your dog may not always tell you when she feels a little bloated, has dry skin, or feels nauseasous. It’s not always easy to read your pet’s well-being. There are signs of illness such as lethargy, excessive drooling, appetite changes, or energy level differences but we see our pets everyday and a gradual decrease isn’t [...]

Need a Weekend Getaway? Head to Essex Resort!

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Hey everyone, you and your dog deserve an end of spring getaway and The Essex Resort and Spa in Essex, VT is making it easy for you. Top Dog Weekend is their special end of Spring getaway for people and their pups scheduled for the weekend of May 31 to June 2, 2013. The package [...]

What To Do If Your Pet Is Sick or Injured While Traveling

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Taking the entire family on vacation can be awesome but it also takes a lot of planning. Planning and prepping can help a lot and keep rough or scary situations within a realm of being ok. As you check to make sure you have your AAA card, phone numbers of your doctors and kid’s doctors, [...]

Fun Names for Traveling Pets

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Have a dog or cat that loves to travel with you? Maybe even motivates you to take more trips and explore new places? Well, a name that matches the personality is always great to have… even if it’s a nickname. If you have a pet that gets very excited when you two get in the [...]

Create A Pet-Friendly Garden

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Spring is here! It’s time to put away those winter gloves and pull out the lighter jackets. The days are longer and your garden is awaiting your green thumb. But what to plant? What is safe for your pets to be near? What is safe for the local critters who run through your yard like [...]

Harmful Household Plants To Pets

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Our pets sometimes do things that we wish they didn’t like sit on the table, scratch the doors, or chew on electrical cords. They use their sense of smell, touch, and taste to learn about the world around them and it can sometimes get them in trouble, especially when it comes to plants. Ingesting even [...]

What To Do When You Can’t Take Your Pet On Vacation

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Going away for the holidays? If your pets have to stay behind, it can be very stressful for them. What you choose to do with your pet can mean the difference in a stressed pet and one who has a wonderful time. It can also mean the difference between a stressed out you as you [...]

Bay Village Fire Department Receives A New Pet Oxygen Mask

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In our day to day hustle and flow, it’s great to take a break and read some news that makes us smile. It could be a heart warming story of a cat or dog that was missing for months and was reunited iwth their family, a child who overcame a hurdle, or an event that [...]

6 Great Places To Travel With Your Dog

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There are some great travel deals popping up where you can getaway for cheap and have a fun weekend. Some may be a few hours away from a major city and others might be a plane ride. Whatever you decide to do, if your dog is going to go with you, it’s important to plan [...]

Spring Travel with Pets

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Spring is a great time to plan weekend getaways in the United States. The weather warms up and you can still find places to ski but also places to camp, hike, and be outside. With the holidays that come around in spring, the kids have some weeks off from school which can make planning vacations [...]

5 Important Pet Tips for Spring

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Spring is here! The warmer weather means that you and your pets will be spending more time outside. Maybe you’ll start taking those long evening walks again or heading to the dog park on the weekends. You may even start hiking through your local preserve or parks. Or you two may simply hang out in [...]

Dog Car Sickness & Motion Sickness: Warning Signs & Prevention Tips

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You did it! The pet-friendly hotels are booked, the trip is planned, and your car has been packed with enough supplies to keep your pet happy, fed, and feel like it’s a home away from home. Hooray! A trip with your pet and you’re both excited. Everything has been taken care of except maybe one [...]

Pet Events in May in the USA

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There are so many cool events for you and your pets to head to and meet others who love their pets just like you this upcoming May. It was a long winter, it’s time to play! Check out the events listed and if you’re not near any of these, check with your local humane society [...]

4 Cool Pet-Friendly Hotels with Awesome Amenities for Dogs

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There are pet-friendly hotels that welcome dogs and hotels that encourage you to bring your dog on vacation. Many provide treats or a small “Welcome” package to your pets but there are a few out there that go above and beyond to make sure you and your dog spend some quality time together. They pamper [...]

Tips for Healthy Lawns and Healthy Pets!

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Now that the weather is getting warmer and trees and flowers are starting to bloom it means that you and your pet will spend more time outside. You’ll have to start mowing the lawn weekly,and using fertilizers and weed killers to keep your lawn healthy. But what about Fido? Some commercial formulas are poisonous to [...]

6 Things to Train Your Dog to Do Before You Travel

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Taking our dogs on trips can be fun and a great bonding experience. It stimulates their minds and senses when they get to explore new environments and we don’t have to worry that they are sad or confused in a boarding facility. But, your dog should know a few basic commands and be well-mannered when [...]

It’s Spring! 5 Tips for Dog Owners

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Spring has arrived! If you’re like me you’re loving the sunnier days but also sneezing your brains out. Now is the time to clean that overcrowded garage, get the gardening tools out, and make more time for playing outside with your dog. 5 Tips to Get Ready for Spring Schedule a vet check – It’s [...]