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Your dog's health
Preventive care Good preventive care begins with careful attention to the basics: Nutrition A healthy, nutritious diet builds a foundation for well-being and disease prevention throughout your Pet's life. As a dog ages, their nutritional needs change; for example, a puppy needs a diet high in calories and protein to maintain its active lifestyle and to grow healthy bones and muscles. An older …Read more »
Whet your dog’s appetite with wet food
The term “canned dog food” is all wet: Thanks to new flavors, additions and recipes, many manufacturers now prefer the phrase “wet dog food.” Which of the new products are best for your pet? Canned or bagged, wet or dry: These are basic choices you must face when perusing the pet food aisle of your favorite store. “Wet” products have undergone …Read more »
Accessorizing your dog’s digs
Once you’ve chosen the right crate for your dog, make his digs even more welcoming with these crate accessories: Bedding & crate pads: These soft and stylish additions to your pet’s crate can make it an even more desirable place to hang out. Be sure to pick the bedding that fits your particular crate and be sure that it’s washable. …Read more »
Which Crate is Right for Me?
Plastic dog crates Recommended uses: Crate training, travel and at-home containment These portable crates are perfect for the pair that's on the go--many are federally-approved for airline travel! The lightweight top and bottom can be screwed together and taken apart for storage or travel as needed. These dog crates feature ventilation along the sides and a wire door in front that latches …Read more »
A place to call home away for your dog
It's all about daytime play and overnight stays. Day or night, we're there for your pet You're not the only one who gets vacations. For those times when you need to be away from your friend, we have two great options: PetSmart PetsHotel® and Doggie Day Camp℠. A day of play: Doggie Day Camp℠ PetSmart Doggie Day Camp is a safe, fun place for …Read more »
The benefits of training with treats
Some people are reluctant to use food during training, for whatever reason. When you train your dog, the dog is doing the correct behavior to either: 1) get something he wants; or 2) avoid something he doesn’t want. Personally, I’d rather have my dog work to get a reward, than to avoid a punishment. I also don’t get my feelings hurt …Read more »
Healthy and happy for life: the importance of grooming and veterinary care for your dog
Beauty is more than fur deep Grooming goes far beyond a great hairdo, it's essential for your dog's health. Clipping his nails, brushing his teeth and keeping his coat clean and mat-free help prevent health issues and detect problems, like gum disease or parasites, that might otherwise go unnoticed. If you're a hands-on Pet Parent when it comes to grooming, make sure …Read more »
Pet and parent bonding: training, toys and treats for your dog
Learning the ropes Imagine you just became the newest member of an established family in a foreign country. You don't speak the language and you don't know how to act or even what furniture you can sit on. This is how it is for your new pet. He really wants to know what to do, but he can't speak your language. …Read more »
Homeward bounding: making your new dog feel at home
Take care of him, he’s all yours Your new pooch is counting on you to provide the right nutrition, socialization, healthcare and grooming. You can count on PetSmart to help. After all, we’re Pet Parents, too. That’s why we’ve provided this guide at Pets.com. Here you can find care information, solutions to pet care issues or connect with PetSmart associates and …Read more »
Luv-A-Chin Rescue: giving dogs a second chance
Luv-A-Chin Rescue founder, Peggy Ellingson, began her mission to save the lives of Japanese Chin and Chin mixes on January 1st, 2008. Based out of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Luv-A-Chin has rescued over 600 dogs since its establishment. They have a strong following of dedicated volunteers all over the United States and network with other rescue groups to save the …Read more »
