National Puppy Day March 23 is National Puppy Day and in the spirit of celebration, they have adopted the motto, “Adopt instead of shop!” Before you go to your favorite pet store, look online, check the want ads, or check out your local shelter for a well-deserving puppy. Here’s why. Shelters Rescue Puppies Shelters are filled … Read more
Some dogs are great escape artists and know exactly what to do to make that jump or escape over your fence. Experts tell us this is called “self-rewarding behavior,” and is much the same as a pooch stealing a piece of food from the table: action = reward! So what can you do to stop … Read more
Spring Activities for You and Your Dog We are officially on the cusp of spring, and the little previews I keep getting of warm weather has gotten me into full spring fever – of course the layer of ice on my windshield every morning brings me back to reality. But it is almost here, and … Read more
Why does my cat scratch me when I pet him? You know the drill. Your cat bounces on your lap while you’re working on your computer, rubs his head on you and wants you to pet him. Of course, you love your kitty and you’re very happy to oblige. At first, everything is great. Your … Read more
Tips for Life with a Border Collie Guest Writer: Jessica Roberts So you adopted a Border Collie or Border Collie mix. Lucky you! As you’ve probably already figured out by now, Border Collies are intelligent, loyal, and all-around great dogs to own. But, like most breeds, they have their own quirks. Here are some tips … Read more
How Owning a Dog Will Change Your Life Guest Writer: Rachael Murphey There is almost nothing more fulfilling than bringing a new dog home. They brighten the home with their playful attitudes. Dogs also have a deeper meaning in their owners’ lives. Here are some ways a dog will change your life. Dogs are Like … Read more
So You Want to Become a Veterinarian Guest Author: Dixie Somers Many people dream of becoming a veterinarian, but loving animals is only part of the skill set needed to thrive in the field. Working as a vet is challenging, exhausting and, at times, devastating. In order to truly decide whether or not it’s the right … Read more
Therapy pets are considered to be effective tools for catering to people’s emotional, cognitive, as well as physical needs. However, it’s surprising to see that therapy animals and pets are no longer confined to merely cats and dogs. Animals used as therapy pets can calm PTSD symptoms and alert people if their owners are having … Read more
Signs of Puppy Farming ~ Spotting Unethical Breeders ~ Rachel Mulheron, Director of Pet Insurance at helpucover, addresses how buyers can know the signs of puppy farming to circumvent disreputable breeders and instead purchase happy, healthy pets from reliable sources. The challenges to finding your perfect puppy The latest news has revealed The United States Department of … Read more
Betta Fish Tail Types Do you know which betta fish tail types you have? Betta fish are such interesting fish. One key attribute that makes them so interesting is the many extravagant tail types that they can possess. A simple google search for “images of betta fish” will make you fall in love with these … Read more