5 Myths About Spaying and Neutering
I know some people don’t always think about spaying or neutering their pets. It’s not that they are not caring owners but they aren’t sure if it is necessary for a variety of reasons or they have heard horror stories and don’t want their pet to experience any major problems or tough recoveries. There are [...]
Winter Items That Are Safe For Your Pet
Snow, ice, sleet, rainy mornings, and super cold days means you’re using deicers and other chemicals to keep your sidewalks, driveways, and cars running. Some of the tried and true items that we use year after year are not good for pets. It can burn their paws or if they ingest some of it, hurt [...]
Pet Events for February 4, 2012
There are a lot of events being planned for the month of February in different cities. The first weekend of February is packed with events alone! If you’re near any of these cities, consider checking out one of the following and bring the family:
Dog Bowl is a free event being held on February 4, [...]
Beer for Dogs
Sometimes your human friends are too busy to hang out or they get too nutty after a few drinks and watching some sports. Well, you have another friend that you can go out with who is a good wingman, won’t get too loud, and will happily let you buy him some food, your dog! The [...]
12 Fun Cat Facts
Cats are great pets. They can be silly, cute, and are great cuddlers on cold nights. They also have amazing abilities to jump more than twice their height and their vision in the dark exceeds ours. Cats have a lot of interesting biological, behavioral, and historical facts that many of us may not know. After [...]
When It’s Time to Let Go Of Your Pet
Anyone who has a pet knows the reality that at some point it will be time to say goodbye. Hopefully, many of us will have a pet leave us due to old age, natural causes, and feel prepared. Yet, it’s never easy to feel “prepared” because the pain, sadness, and loss is there no matter [...]
7 Pet Photo Tips
Even though some of the big holidays are over, it doesn’t mean the camera goes in the closet. There are birthdays and other small holidays coming up and that means you’ll want to capture the occasions. If your pet participates in a lot of family events, taking pictures of her is important too. However, dogs [...]
Top Pet Names of 2011
Banfield Pet Hospital released their tally of the top pet names for 2011. They went through their database, which includes over 700 hospitals, and the results are in! Dog names are trending towards more human names such as Max and cats are sticking with more traditional names such as Tiger. There are still some of [...]
Antifreeze: Keep Pets Safe
Winter weather can bring snow, ice, and sleet. This means we pull out the extra blankets, winter clothing, and chemicals to keep our cars from stalling and our sidewalks from becoming ice rinks. When using different chemicals and things to make our lives a little more manageable, keep in mind that we could accidentally be [...]
More January Pet Events
The new year belongs to dogs! There are plenty of fun events to go to with your family that are aimed to help educate and provide fun for you and your furry buddy. If you are wondering what to do, check out some of these pet friendly events. If you’re not near any of these [...]
6 Tips for Buying Pet Insurance
One of the trends for pet owners that has been on the rise is preventative care. Even if these tough economic times, pet owners are budgeting to ensure that their buddies are well cared for and healthy. If you’re thinking about buying pet insurance, here’s a tips that can help you find the company that [...]
Canine Influenza: What Is It?
A few months ago I got a phone call from a telemarketing agency that focused on pet care. The woman was talking to me about canine influenza. I asked, “Isn’t this kennel cough?” She replied that is often mistaken for kennel cough and continued to talk to me about how it has become a widespread [...]
Pet Friendly Getaways in California
If you’re looking for a weekend getaway to either get out of the cold or are itching to bust out that snowboard, there are plenty of great pet-friendly places in California to stay. When traveling with your pet, make sure to bring a pet emergency kit, updated ID tags, food, a few toys, and a [...]
January Pet Events
Whew the holidays are over and it’s time to take down the decorations and throw out that tree. If you’re looking for things to do with your pup that are fun, educational, and strengthen the bond between you and her, check some of the events happening around the country. It’ll keep you both out of [...]
Pet Friendly Hotels in Portland, Or
Need help deciding where to stay in Portland, Or? There are several pet friendly hotels in Portland located in fun areas. Don’t forget to take a walk along the waterfront and across one of the many bridges that stretch across the Willamette River. Your dog may love hanging out at the Lucky Lab Brew Pub [...]
Doggie Daycares in NYC
Brrrrr! It was 50 degrees last week in New York City but today it’s dropped to 20 degrees. What’s a dog to do? There’s energy to burn and things to pee on but, oh my dog, is it cold out there! The sidewalks feel like ice and the dog parks are empty. Why not enroll [...]
Dog Parks in Las Vegas
If you’ve just moved to Las Vegas, Nevada or passing through with your best friend don’t forget to check out some of the casinos and places to eat. But, more importantly, don’t forget to let your dog burn off some energy. Spending a few hours in a crate or in the hotel room can mean [...]
Achoo! Signs That Your Cat Has A Cold
Sneezing, sniffles, and coughing are signs that your cat might have a cold. Yes, cats catch colds too. It’s known in the veterinary world as a feline upper respiratory infection and is quite common among cats that are indoor/outdoor. Most colds will last about 7 to 12 days and are usually not too serious. The [...]
7 New Year’s Resolutions For Your Pet
Every New Year’s we make resolutions. We make promises to ourselves to improve our lives, our habits, and how we care for ourselves and those around us. It’s like a fresh start and starting line to developing new habits. So what about the resolutions towards our pets? Maybe this past year was hectic and you [...]
Pet Friendly Places To Stay In Asheville, NC
Asheville is the largest city in western North Carolina and is home to the US Climatic Data Center. If you’re heading to Asheville, be sure to check out the downtown area for shopping and the eclectic street musicians and entertainment. Bring your pup too because there are some great places to stay that are pet [...]
