For Last-minute Gift Ideas, Whimsey Wins
April 24, 2009
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.
Indoors-Only is Best
April 24, 2009
Indoors-Only is Best
Researchers estimate that indoor-only cats live almost twice as long as cats allowed outdoors. The single best way you can ensure that your cat has a long, healthy life is to keep it indoors. The following are just a few of the many dangers your cat will face if you let it outside.
Keeping Your Dog Cool When the Temperatures Rise
April 24, 2009
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:
Keeping your pet healthy during the winter
April 24, 2009
Whether it's curling up by the fire, brewing hot apple cider, or bundling up in a soft cashmere sweater, cold weather comforts help us through brisk autumn days and cold winter nights. Throw in flu season, too many parties, and the extra work of holiday preparations and it's a wonder we make it through the winter at all. Just as …Read more »
How to Throw Your Dog or Cat a Birthday Party
April 23, 2009
Birthday parties are really going to the dogs, and cats, these days.
More of us Pet Parents are taking time out to celebrate our pets’ special occasions in style. If you're prepping for your pup's birthday party or throwing a bash to celebrate the day your cat joined your family, here are some tips to help make the day a special …Read more »
Taking Your Dog into the Great Outdoors
April 23, 2009
Braving the wild with your dog? Read this to make sure you've got all the pooch necessities.
Socializing pets and children — creating lifelong friendships
April 23, 2009
Even if you don't have children in your home, it's a good idea for your pet to get used to being around kids, because typically it will happen at some point. While it's generally easier to socialize a puppy, dogs and cats of any age can be trained to behave properly when children are around. The most important thing to remember …Read more »
Choosing the Right Toys For Your Dog
April 23, 2009
There are hundreds of toys for your pup to play with either by herself or for the two of you to play together. But how do you go about choosing the right toy for your dog?
Of course your dog will ultimately decide which toy she loves, so let her experiment a bit. Choose a few types of toys from the …Read more »
Socializing pets and children: creating lifelong friendships
April 22, 2009
Even if you don't have children in your home, it's a good idea for your cat to get used to being around kids, because it's going to happen at some point. The most important thing to remember is to always supervise your pet when she's interacting with children. It's also important to teach children to treat pets gently, with kindness …Read more »
