Play Nice! Introducing Your Dog to the Dog Park for the First Time
Off-leash dog parks are fun spaces for your dog to run around and play, meet and socialize with other dogs and just have a good time overall. They can also be fun places for owners, as well, giving
The Curious Relationship Your Cat Has with Water
It’s a common belief that cats and water don’t mix. Pet parents dread giving their cat a bath, cats hate getting sprayed with water from a spray bottle and getting caught out in the rain with their
What to Do if You Find a Lost Pet Outside Your Home
Almost every pet parent fears the day when they open the door of their home or accidentally leave a backyard gate open and their beloved cat or dog darts out and runs away. In their panic, pets can
Why Do Dogs Roll Around in Gross Stuff?
Dogs seem to have a strange fascination with all things weird, smelly or downright distrusting. Not only do they love to sniff them or even eat them, but they sometimes do something even worse: They
How Long is it Okay to Leave a Pet Alone at Home?
Today’s world is busier than ever. Between work, social events, children’s extracurriculars and so much more, you could be running around all day. Add weekend trips or vacations to the mix, and the
Make Sure You Take These Preventative Measures if You Plan to Let Your Cat Outside This Summer
Although many people consider cats to be “inside” animals, an increasing number of pet owners are allowing their cats to roam around outside or are taking them on outdoor adventures. This can be
Reasons Your Cat Might Be Extra Vocal
We’re all accustomed to the standard “meow” a cat lets out now and then, but a cat’s “vocabulary” extends far beyond this simple sound. Some cats are extremely vocal, chirping, trilling and meowing
The Sun Can Harm Your Dog's Skin, Too! Keep it Protected Using These Tips
With the spring and summer heat intensifying in the sky, most pet owners are packing a tube of sunscreen with them for their outdoor adventures. But have your thought about how you’re going to
Death Affects Pets, Too: Pay Attention to These Signs After the Loss of a Pet
The loss of a beloved pet can be devastating. When you’re used to your pup running to greet you after a long day of work or a fluffy cat winding between your legs as you cook dinner, the quiet and
Exercise is Important for Dogs with Arthritis: Here's How to Help
Just like in humans, our four-legged friends can develop the painful condition that is arthritis. Inflamed, painful joints force our pups to slow down and move with caution. Arthritis may even make
