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5 Geeky Pet Products
There are cats and dogs on Twitter, Facebook pages for our beloved pets, and social networks and groups dedicated to pet lovers to meet and talk about our most amusing parrot we ever owned or the best ways to keep a fish tank clean. So why not show our techie side by getting products for [...]
Chihuahua Parade To Set World Record
If you are going to be in or near Kansas City, MO on May 5th and have a chihuahua register and participate in the Chihuahua Parade. Cinco de Mayo will never be the same in Kansas City. The Guinness Book of World Records has sanctioned the Chihuahua Pet Parade and Festival to attempt to break [...]
Teach A New Pet Its Name
Bringing home a new pet to be part of the family is exciting and fun for everyone. Your new pet gets a fresh start and you get to know this new four-legged buddy. Once a name is chosen it’s time to teach your pet to distinguish it from other words. Most pets can learn their [...]
Ease Your Pet’s Allergies
Spring doesn’t mean we are the only ones sneezing and sniffling. Your pets may have some allergies to the changes around them as well. If your pet is showing signs of reacting to seasonal changes and has displayed some symptoms like scratching more, chewing at her paws, and hair loss from overgrooming, a visit to [...]
Earth Day: Go Green For Pets
This Earth Day you don’t need a green thumb to help the planet. You can replace all your light-bulbs with fluorescent ones, do you best to recycle, and buy recycled paper towels and items. You can also change a few habits with your pet to reduce your carbon footprint and go green. Here are 5 [...]
Children and Pets: 6 Tips For Positive Interactions
Growing up with a pet is great. When I was a kid, my cat was my cuddle buddy and we would play games with string, tin foil balls, and boxes. There were a few times when I’d accidentally annoy him and not realize it till he hissed or scratched me. To help avoid those incidences, [...]
Flea Facts: Prevention and Allergies
The weather is getting warmer and you and your pets are probably spending more time outside. In fact, your dog or cat is probably itching to go play and soak in some sun. The problem is, they may be itching when they come back inside too. If you haven’t already, it’s time to start giving [...]
5 Common Small Breed Dogs
Whether it’s because your apartment is small, you live in a crowded city, or you love the idea of having a lap dog, small dogs have always had a place in the hearts and homes of many pet owners. When I lived in NYC, I saw a lot of french bulldogs and pugs. I live [...]
7 Poisonous Plants
It’s National Pet Poison Awareness Month and aside from chemicals and cleaners we have in our homes, in our garage, and in the fridge that could make our pets very sick there are a number of plants that are bad for our pets to chew on and ingest. Some can have mild effects like vomiting [...]
5 Tips to Use Social Networks With Your Pets
It’s becoming very common to make twitter accounts for any and all things, including pets, but how do you find others to follow and who will follow you back? Facebook, Linkedin, and other social networks also allow you to make status updates and find groups that you can join that satisfy your interest in animal [...]
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