Category: Animal Care Tips
Why it’s Important That We “Don’t Judge a Book by it’s Cover”
Pets are part of the family! That is what I want everyone to take away from my children’s book, “Don’t Judge a Book by its Cover.” When you adopt a pet, you adopt a best friend and family member for the life of that animal. Like us humans, dogs and cats come in all shapes, […]
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What To Do With Pets If You Can’t Take Them On Vacation
Taking pets on vacation is sometimes challenging, but they are your family so you must leave them under proper care if they don’t tag along. Many dogs and cats get car sick while some hotels and Airbnbs have restrictions regarding the size and breed of dog, and often, cats are not allowed at all, so […]
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DOGS & TOAD POISONING
It can happen. Your curious canine pal goes head-to-head with an animal of a wilder species! It’s instinctual, but it’s up to you to keep your charge safe, no matter if the wild creature is bigger or smaller than you dog. Although toad poisoning may seem uncommon to most of us, the ASPCA Animal Poison […]
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Benefits of Electrolyte Supplements for Horses
Horses in America are now mainly for recreational purposes or as pets. They are no longer required for transportation as they once were, but this does not mean that horses no longer hold significance. Caring for these majestic creatures isn’t easy, and they can sometimes suffer from physiological imbalances due to the loss of essential […]
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8 Ways to Help Your Dog Lose Weight
Obesity is a common problem in dogs and is often caused by improper diet. If your dog has a sausage profile, hidden ribs, and big belly, appears winded after minimal movement, wheezes when breathing, and struggles to get up from a lying or sitting position, it could be a sign that it is overweight or […]
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First-Aid Basics for Rabbits & Pocket Pets
Whether it’s August 24th, PET RABBIT DAY, November 12th FANCY RAT & MOUSE DAY or any day of the year, humans who share their lives with bunnies, mice, rats and other pocket pets must know that lagomorphs and rodents are not small cats or dogs, and signs of distress as well as care may differ […]
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TOXIC ALGAE BLOOMS & YOUR DOG
Many dogs love to swim, chase a stick or just splash about in water. It can be a fun sport or great way to cool off however, all water is not created equally. Pools contain chlorine and other chemicals not intended for ingestion, so always bathe your canine’s coat after a dip. Ocean water is […]
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5 Common Dog Diseases and How to Prevent Them
Having a dog can be a fantastic experience, especially when shared with family and friends. However, the responsibility of owning a dog means having to take care of any disease or infections they might contract along the way. Older dogs are more prone to sickness, but even younger dogs can catch an illness or get […]
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What Causes Parvovirus In Your Dog And What To Do When They Get It
Parvo – What Every Dog Owner Needs To Know If you have a dog or puppy, you’ve most likely heard of parvovirus when taking your pet for their routine vaccinations. Most vets recommend that puppies get three vaccines for parvo beginning at six weeks of age. Because parvo is a common illness among young puppies […]
read moreCHECK YOUR CHIP DAY – AUGUST 15th
August 15th is “Check the Chip” day to remind you for the importance of not only getting your pet microchipped, but also of making sure that the information connected to that chip is updated and correct. Us humans often do the right thing and get our dogs and cat’s micro-chipped, but when we move or change […]
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Keeping Your Hamster or Gerbil Safe in Your Home
Both gerbils and hamsters are easy to look after which is why they are popular pets. There are 5 different species of hamsters that are commonly kept as pets, including Syrian hamsters and Dwarf hamsters. There are multiple species of gerbils as well, but the one most commonly kept as a pet is the Mongolian gerbil. […]
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Paws off the Barbie!
Firing up the grill is one of the most fun, and delicious perks of summer! It can, however, be a dangerous time for your pets: the possibilities of burns, skin irritations, eye trauma, choking, and ingesting harmful foods, bones, and objects, including grilling tools and food wrappers. Take precautions to ensure a fun time […]
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WHY PET FIRST AID & SAFETY?
9 out of 10 dogs & cats WILL experience an emergency at some point in their lives.
25% more (AAHA) can be saved if first aid is administered BEFORE getting to veterinary help.
