Pet Care Tips
Preparing Your Senior Pet for Winter: Joint Pain & Stiffness
Pet Care Tips 3 mins readAs the temperature drops, senior pets may face more than just chilly air and the need for more cuddles. Cold weather can actually worsen joint pain in senior pets and make it harder for them to move around as easily. Conditions like arthritis and general stiffness may become more prominent, especially as pets age, leading...
Read MoreHalloween Tips & Treats For Your Pet
Pet Care Tips 3 min readDon’t leave your furry companions out of the Halloween fun. Here are some tips to make sure your pet has a SAFE and Happy Halloween! And as our extra special treat, we’ve posted some yummy pumpkin recipes for your cat or dog. P.S. We’ve also got a special Halloween contest, see our Facebook! Tip #1:...
Read MoreIntegrative Veterinary Medicine: How To Decide What’s Best For Your Cat or Dog
Pet Care Tips 4 min readIt’s a heavy burden we pet parents have when it comes to the health of our animal companions and the trust they place in us. So many pet parents we’ve spoken to want to know how to make their cat or dog healthier “naturally” without the common side effects of drugs. But knowing what to do,...
Read MoreTips to Help Joint Discomfort in Your Pet
Pet Care Tips 2 min readAre you noticing more aches and discomfort in your body with the change in weather? As fall sets in and the weather dampens and cools, you’re not the only one who’s feeling the chill in their bones; pets can be particularly susceptible to joint discomfort during the cool fall and winter months. You may notice...
Read MoreCat Talk – What’s Your Kitty Trying To Tell You
Pet Care Tips 3 min readAs pet owners, cat body language isn’t always as straightforward as we would like. Confusion with the body language of dogs (which in the language of cats sometimes means the opposite) along with the subtleness of feline non-verbal cues makes it easy to misunderstand our furry companions. Today, let’s break down cat body language and...
Read MoreDog Body Language: Understanding Your Canine Companion
Pet Care Tips 4 min readYour dog is constantly communicating with you. Think of your pup as an open book—he or she is continually signaling their emotional state and intentions to you—you need to know how to read them. Although a dog may bark or growl, their primary communication with you and the world around them is through body language....
Read MoreImportant Differences Between Professional Pet Sitters and Independent Caregivers
Pet Care Tips 3 min readWe all want what’s best for our animals, and there may come a time when we need to leave them for an extended period of time for a business trip, vacation, or another type of sabbatical that requires separation from our beloved pets. Instead of traditional boarding services or taking them to a kennel, many...
Read MoreCat Breeds: Characteristics and Health Problems
Pet Care Tips 4 min readDid you know that there are over 40 recognized cat breeds in the world? While getting a purebred kitty has some advantages, like a predictable look and personality traits, you should be aware of some health issues associated with each breed. Here are five popular cat breeds, their health issues, and what you can do...
Read More5 Dog Breed Health Problems: Early Prevention Strategies
Pet Care Tips 4 min readPrevention— it’s the magic word to keep your dog’s health optimized. Generations of selective breeding have produced all the breeds that we have come to know and love. Unfortunately, it has also put dogs at risk for many health problems that affect both their body and their behavior. But there’s hope! By understanding our dog’s...
Read MoreConcerned Pet Care Awareness
Pet Care Tips 2 min readThere’s been a lot of press and hype about poisonous dog food in the last few years and for some very good reasons. Many of these headlines have centered around toxic jerky treats imported from China, resulting in over 1,000 pet deaths and almost 5,000 reported cases of illnesses for both dogs and cats. So...
Read MoreSimple Steps for a Healthy Puppy and Healthy Kitten
Pet Care Tips 3 min readHow exciting—A new furry little bundle of joy! Puppies and kittens, like any baby, require a lot of attention, care, feeding, and socialization to become happy, healthy adults. In addition to the basic care of pet vaccinations, proper diet, and socialization, puppies and kittens are prone to some very common health issues. Here are 5...
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