UPDATED: PetSmart expands recall on Dentley's Beef Hooves and other hoof products
November 5, 2009
Update: November 10, 2009
PetSmart is extending a voluntary recall on beef hoof products to include a total of 14 products. These items were manufactured by Pet Carousel, Inc. in Sanger, Calif., and include beef hoof chews as well as certain rope toys with hoof or bone components. The date range for purchasing affected products has been expanded to include products …Read more »
Cat grooming: how to select a cat brush
October 27, 2009
Ever wonder how to make sense of all the various kinds of cat brushes and combs out there?
Here are some tips:
If your kitty's fur is regularly brushed and free of any tangles or mats, a fine/medium combination comb will work nicely.
Green Paw Print Tip #6: Your Trash is a Rescue Group’s Treasure.
June 9, 2009
Let’s face it—we live in an age of excess and some of our pets are downright spoiled! They’ve got a crate for every life stage, a toy for every holiday and a collar and lead set to match any fashion trend.
Keep ''people food'' off your pet's holiday menu
June 2, 2009
Keep your pet safe and healthy this holiday season by saying "no" to the following holiday foods:
Boarding your pet? Preparation is key
June 2, 2009
Many families will travel this holiday season and chances are, many pets won’t be able to join their families …Read more »
Tattooing: another way to keep your dog safe
June 2, 2009
Developed by the founders of the National Dog Registry, tattooing is a simple, affordable means of permanently identifying your dog. It is painless to a dog because as dog’s skin structure is so different from a human’s that the tattoo marker doesn’t need to be inserted very deeply into the dog’s epidermis, or outer skin layer. The best …Read more »
Doggone myths: are mixed breeds healthier than purebreds?
June 2, 2009
Does hybrid vigor, the notion that dogs which are less related have increased fertility and health, really exist? Sure. It just doesn’t occur quite as often as people think because it is more than a matter of not mating the same breed. People assume that as long as the female and stud are different breeds, the offspring will be healthy, but …Read more »
Ten Things to Leave Behind When Going to the Dog Park
June 2, 2009
If you have a social dog who loves to run and play, there are few places that top the dog park in terms of fun. If you do decide to head out for some romp and roll, here are a few tips on what to leave behind to ensure that you — and your pet — maximize the pleasures of …Read more »
