If you are getting your very first dog, there are some things you need to think about. If you were pulled away from everything you knew. Then, suddenly thrust into a new environment, you would likely be highly stressed. So is your dog! You might react with anything from fear to aggression. Even if the […]
Why You Should Consider Adopting a Therapy Animal
The affection a pet can hold for its owner can be deep, profound, and almost bottomless. It's a small wonder intelligent, affectionate breeds are being trained to serve as therapy animals for addicts and the mentally ill, who not only need a dog to help them navigate through difficult situations but want a genuine canine […]
How to Make Your Favorite Feline Comfortable During Winter
The freezing weather and lack of sunlight that accompany winter can cause issues for all of us. Unfortunately, whereas humans can simply throw on a sweater or turn up the heat when we get cold, our furry feline friends don't have the same luxury. As with humans, winter can create a number of problems for […]
5 Benefits of Adopting a Senior Dog and How You Can Fight the Effects of Aging #hillstransforminglives
I love my Lady and am so glad she welcomed me into the pack. I was just a youngin' at only 6-months-old when I needed a home, but these days, I am pushin' bein' a senior WOOF! Since I was adopted years ago, my Lady has also adopted more of us pups into the pack, including […]
Up to Scratch: 5 Tips for Getting Rid of Your Pet’s Fleas
When your pet has fleas, the itching can make life miserable. Fleas can get on a pet in several ways. Most often, you or your pets pick up fleas outdoors. However, the eggs can lie dormant for months. They may arrive in a piece of secondhand furniture or clothing that you get at a yard […]
What Kind of Pests are Attracted to Dogs and Cats?
Having the plush companionship of a pet can be a life altering experience. Unfortunately, the skittering friends they invite into your home can also be life altering, though in a decidedly more negative context. Below are a few gnarly examples of critters you'll want to be wary of your dog or cat dragging in. What […]
Protecting Your Pet from Common Winter Hazards
With the winter months upon us, it will be cold and snowy before we know it. Winter is the perfect time to enjoy watching the snow fall outside the window with your cat, play outside in the snow with your dog, and enjoy a great holiday movie snuggled up with your furry companion. However, the […]
4 Situations that Stress Pets out & How to Minimize the Impact
Life today is more stressful than ever before. While people experience more stress today than people did in the past, so do animals. Here are four particular situations that can be stressful for animals. Fortunately, there are ways that you can cope with these situations to calm your pet down. 4 Situations that Stress Pets […]
Why Do Dogs Scratch Beds?
Have you ever wondered why dogs scratch beds? We all love our four-legged furry friends and we do our best to understand them at least half as much as they adore us, but there are certain things we can't always explain. One of those things is the reason for scratching and clawing their beds or […]
The 3 Best Ways to Keep Your Pet from Shedding on the Furniture
If you're like most pet owners, you love your pet. How can you not? When you have them, they become a part of the family. However, more likely than not, you are looking for ways to keep your pet from shedding on the furniture, right? First, it is important to do everything you can to […]