http://www.petswelcome.com/articles Pet Travel Articles Fri, 17 May 2013 13:00:35 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/fun-names-for-traveling-pets.html http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/fun-names-for-traveling-pets.html#comments Sun, 12 May 2013 23:00:06 +0000 Kathy http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/?p=9243 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 [...]]]> http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/fun-names-for-traveling-pets.html/feed 0 http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/harmful-household-plants-to-pets.html http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/harmful-household-plants-to-pets.html#comments Tue, 07 May 2013 13:00:15 +0000 Kathy http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/?p=6614 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 [...]]]> http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/harmful-household-plants-to-pets.html/feed 0 http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/4-cool-pet-friendly-hotels-with-awesome-amenities-for-dogs.html http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/4-cool-pet-friendly-hotels-with-awesome-amenities-for-dogs.html#comments Sun, 14 Apr 2013 23:00:47 +0000 Kathy http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/?p=9136 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 [...]]]> http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/4-cool-pet-friendly-hotels-with-awesome-amenities-for-dogs.html/feed 1 http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/5-reasons-not-to-give-a-rabbit-as-an-easter-present.html http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/5-reasons-not-to-give-a-rabbit-as-an-easter-present.html#comments Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:00:42 +0000 Kathy http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/?p=9114 While the roots of Easter are religious, the Easter Bunny has become a widely known symbol of the holiday. He is believed to bring candy and small gifts to children or, traditionally, Easter eggs. Similar to Santa Claus, children anticipate an Easter basket full of good yummy treats and maybe some fun presents. Children also [...]]]> http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/5-reasons-not-to-give-a-rabbit-as-an-easter-present.html/feed 0 http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/7-reasons-why-a-vacation-rental-is-a-great-option-when-traveling-with-pets.html http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/7-reasons-why-a-vacation-rental-is-a-great-option-when-traveling-with-pets.html#comments Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:00:08 +0000 Kathy http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/?p=9076 While many hotels and guest houses are becoming more pet-friendly and have some very amazing and nice gift packs for four-legged guests – and hotels aren’t your only lodging option. Especially if you’ll be in one place for more than a few days, a vacation rental can be an excellent choice. 7 Reasons To Rent [...]]]> http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/7-reasons-why-a-vacation-rental-is-a-great-option-when-traveling-with-pets.html/feed 1 http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/8-indoor-plants-that-are-safe-for-pets-also-improve-our-health.html http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/8-indoor-plants-that-are-safe-for-pets-also-improve-our-health.html#comments Sun, 24 Feb 2013 22:00:44 +0000 Kathy http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/?p=8883 Having plants in the house is a very easy way to spruce up a room, and they can benefit our indoor air quality as well as our mood. The tricky part can be finding plants that are aesthetically pleasing to us and our particular tastes and safe for our pets. Cats and dogs sometimes chew [...]]]> http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/8-indoor-plants-that-are-safe-for-pets-also-improve-our-health.html/feed 0 http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/chubby-cat-6-tips-for-a-thinner-kitty.html http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/chubby-cat-6-tips-for-a-thinner-kitty.html#comments Thu, 21 Feb 2013 13:00:06 +0000 Kathy http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/?p=2396 We’ve talked about how to help dogs stay trim. Let’s focus on our feline friends and what can be done to help them stay slim, trim, and healthy. Obese cats face health risks similar to people and dogs, arthritis, shorter life spans, and diabetes are among some of the many health concerns that a chubby [...]]]> http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/chubby-cat-6-tips-for-a-thinner-kitty.html/feed 0 http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/10-ways-to-say-i-love-you-to-a-pet-on-valentines-day.html http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/10-ways-to-say-i-love-you-to-a-pet-on-valentines-day.html#comments Sun, 10 Feb 2013 18:00:46 +0000 Kathy http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/?p=1989 Valentine’s Day has its roots in Christianity, back to St. Valentine who wrote, “From your Valentine” before he was executed. Today, Valentine’s Day is not only a religious holiday but it is also one where many of us show how much we appreciate our partners, those we have been dating for a little bit, and [...]]]> http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/10-ways-to-say-i-love-you-to-a-pet-on-valentines-day.html/feed 2 http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/national-pet-dental-month-keep-those-fangs-shiny.html http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/national-pet-dental-month-keep-those-fangs-shiny.html#comments Wed, 30 Jan 2013 13:00:42 +0000 Kathy http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/?p=2109 February is National Pet Dental Month. The American Veterinarians Medical Association is working in conjunction with several clinics and companies around the country to educate and promote dental health to pet owners. It is estimated that about 1 in 10 pet owners make sure their pet’s teeth are cared for and brush them on a [...]]]> http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/national-pet-dental-month-keep-those-fangs-shiny.html/feed 1 http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/keep-your-dog-slim-and-trim.html http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/keep-your-dog-slim-and-trim.html#comments Thu, 24 Jan 2013 13:00:05 +0000 Kathy http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/?p=2273 So you’ve noticed your dog’s harness is a little tighter around her mid-section and when she lands on her feet from jumping out of the car it’s now a loud “THUD” as opposed to the softer “THUMP” from last year. Your dog might be getting chubby. Some dogs are naturally heftier than others and some [...]]]> http://www.petswelcome.com/articles/keep-your-dog-slim-and-trim.html/feed 1