Archive for the ‘News’ Category
Dog Dust Can Be Beneficial To Your Health
A few weeks ago, I read an article about allergies and it mentioned that sometimes pets are allergic to human dander. I wondered how often that is discovered to be the cause of a pet’s sneezing, runny eyes, and other symptoms when we have so many allergens around us. I also wondered if I should [...]
Online “Pet Stores” – 4 Scams to Watch Out For
A few months ago we told you about what you can do to support the ending of puppy mills and raise awareness of how to find a good breeder. Pet stores in many states are slowly feeling the pressure to stop selling animals like they are objects. Some states are taking action and passing laws [...]
Dog Health 101: Leptospirosis
Leptospirosis—commonly referred to as “lepto” by veterinarians, is a flu-like disease that affects pets, particularly dogs. If not treated in time, the disease can become deadly. Lepto is a spiral-shaped bacterium that spreads through contact with an infected wild or domestic animal’s urine. In the bacteria are several different strains or types of leptospira that can [...]
Take Your Dog To Work Day: June 22, 2012
Have a dog? Have a job? Whew, good for you. Celebrate these two facts by taking your dog to work on Friday June 22. Check with your company to see if they are participating in the event and will allow you to bring your pup before Friday. This is an annual worldwide event that was [...]
NY: Senate Passes a Bill To Improve Pet Store Animals
Earlier this week the New York Senate passed a bill that will ensure that the health and safety of animals sold in pet stores is monitored and anti-cruelty laws will be enforced. This is a great win for those who have been lobbying for stronger anti-cruelty laws and the welfare of animals. Many pets purchased [...]
Pet Friendly Ontario
Ontario is one of the provinces of Canada and boasts having a vast array of family friendly getaways, outdoor adventures, and cultural experiences. If you’re thinking of vacationing in Ontario and want to bring your pup, there are several pet friendly hotels and bed and breakfasts that welcome pets. Ontario is big, so if you’re [...]
Driving With Your Pup: Keep Her Restrained
Not all driving distractions are due to smart phones, changing the station on the radio, or eating while driving. Some are due to a tail in your face, a sudden bark that makes you jump, or a thud that makes you turn around quickly. More and more states are realizing that our pets can get [...]
Diamond Pet Foods Adds Cat Food To Their List
Diamond pet food has had a recall on several brands of dog food recently due to salmonella. The company has announced that they are expanding their recall to include some selected types of cat food as well. If you have been feeding Diamond brands to your pets, check the labels and discard the food. The [...]
Share A Pic, Save A Pet
If you have a Facebook profile, there’s an app that you might be interested in. No, it’s not a game or weird mush of generate questions that will flood your timeline. It’s an application that can save a pet’s life and all you have to do is donate your Facebook profile page to share and [...]
Celebrate Be Kind To Animals Week
If you love animals and want to help those who are waiting for forever homes, this is the week to get motivated. From May 6 to May 12, it’s Be Kind to Animals Week. It’s a great time to focus on your pets, share your compassion with your family and others, and do some service [...]
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