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Make every holiday a green one
06/09/2009 - 14:40
Whether you include your pet in traditional family holidays or carve out time to celebrate your pet’s birthday (or adopt-a-versary), make every holiday eco-friendly by adopting a less-is-more attitude. Here are some suggestions: Wrap gifts in newspaper or colorful circulars (then recycle them) Choose gifts that have a smaller impact on our nation’s landfills—consider giving consumables like food or treats. Handmade toys work …Read more »
Summer Safety Tips for Your Dog
06/02/2009 - 09:37
Never leave your pet in a parked car. Studies show that on a hot day, the temperature inside a car can reach more than 160 degrees in five minutes. Leaving the windows open a crack for fresh air or parking in the shade, doesn't keep temperatures from soaring in record time, either. Leaving pets in the car "just for a …Read more »
Keep your pet safe with these Halloween safety tips
06/02/2009 - 09:37
Involving your pet in your Halloween activities can be a lot of fun. However, there are several situations to be aware of like preventing your pet from eating chocolate and keeping him safe when trick-or-treaters coming calling. Provide a safe, yet spook-tacular Halloween for your pets with these safety tips: 1. Cancel the candy! For pets, chocolate is a very dangerous toxin. …Read more »
Prep your pet to dress in his Halloween best
06/02/2009 - 09:37
Halloween is just around the corner and your dog would look cute in a costume. But just because you know he looks cute, doesn’t mean your dog finds it very cute to wear a costume. Here are some tips to help him get more comfortable with wearing clothing and accessories: Start small. If your dog has never even worn a bandana, expecting him to be …Read more »
Keep ''people food'' off your pet's holiday menu
06/02/2009 - 09:37
Keep your pet safe and healthy this holiday season by saying "no" to the following holiday foods: Just say no to holiday table scraps. Pets love rich scraps such as drippings, gravy and poultry skin; however, they can cause pets to suffer from severe indigestion, diarrhea and even pancreatitis, which is not only terribly painful, but can be fatal. Never offer fatty …Read more »
Keeping Your Dog Cool When the Temperatures Rise
04/24/2009 - 09:21
The weather is getting warmer, and when temperatures go up, you will need to make some adjustments for your dogs. Here are some points to keep in mind: Most dogs will begin to lose their undercoats. The undercoat is the woolly fur that keeps the dog warm in the winter. If this coat is not brushed out, it becomes entangled in …Read more »
Tips to Keep Your Pet Safe This Holiday Season
04/24/2009 - 09:21
There's nothing better than sharing your holiday traditions with friends and family members, including those with four legs. Keep your furry family members safe this holiday season with these tips: Be Bright About Holiday Lights Where there are holiday lights, extra electrical cords and plugs are sure to follow. As far as pets are concerned, these items aren’t about supplying power, but …Read more »
For Last-minute Gift Ideas, Whimsey Wins
04/24/2009 - 09:21
Need last-minute gift ideas for the pets on your holiday shopping list? Industry experts suggest gifts that are fancy, whimsical and aromatic. They're ideal for any pet and reflect the latest trends, so even though you waited until the last minute to buy it, it won't look like you did. PetSmart's Dog Fashion Expert Rashell Cooper recommends giving gifts that …Read more »
