Proper animal bite treatment is vital, as untreated wounds can result in localized infection, extensive scarring, nerve damage or a dangerous systemic infection like sepsis. Take a look at these home remedies for animal bites. Cat and dog bites are fairly common and they can occur in many different scenarios, including: There are certain measures […]
Diet Buddies: How You and Your Dog Can Lose Weight Together
Being overweight is neither good for you nor your dog, that is a fact. In fact, our canine friends suffer the same kinds of illnesses from excess weight as we do as humans. You've noticed that your fur baby seems to have the same problems you do when walking up stairs or trying to play […]
The Fundamentals of Finding a Car for a Dog Owner
The role of the dog has changed quite a lot over the last hundred years. They used to be a utilitarian addition to the household, something that plays a very distinct role (or a set of roles) born out of necessity. The symbiosis between humans and dogs became more pronounced as the bond developed over […]
Pet Parents® Offer the Best Dog Diapers and Belly Bands
Most days, us pups see my Lady doin' lots of cleaning. With so many of us pups in the house, I suppose that's a given WOOF! From the daily vacuuming and dusting to cleaning up all the messes we pups make, it really is a full-time job. But, lately, a couple of my sisters have […]
How to Properly Care for Your Aging Cats and Dogs
Cats, dogs and many other pets are susceptible to some of the same health issues and diseases as humans. They can get cancer, leukemia, diabetes, or arthritis. They can have allergies, become overweight, have kidney trouble, or have a stroke just as you or I can. We should care for our aging pets as we […]
How to Protect Your Dog's Paws in Winter
Winter can be rough on a dog's paws! Just as wintertime is rough on our skin, there are special considerations, including how to protect your dog's paws to think about. Our dog's paws take a beating most of the time but never more so than in the winter. From the cold to salts for ice, […]
From Fur to Feathers — Pet Grooming for Beginners
Pet grooming is an important part of pet care that many people feel out of their depth with. Read on for a few tips on pet grooming for beginners. Many owners have no idea how to properly groom their dog, cat, or bird. However, proper grooming helps keep your furry or feathered friend healthy and […]
How to Help a New Pet Adjust to Your Home
The excitement of a new pet often comes with confusion and frustration as your new pet adjusts to your home. Often they will run and hide or get into a fight with animals already in the home. This natural process can take some time but bringing a new into your home is always worth the […]
How to Help a Dog in Pain
A dog who is in pain due to an injury, infection, illness or other condition can live a poor quality of life. This can have many dog owners asking, "How can I help my dog when she's in pain?" and "Can I give my dog something for pain?" Take a look at some symptoms of […]
Simple Things you can Donate to your Local Animal Shelter
While people often think about donating goods to humans in need, we often overlook animals in shelters that have needs just as much as humans. Animals can often benefit from things we can not donate to shelters for humans, making them a great place to keep on your donations list. Here are a few simple things […]