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How to Teach Your Dog Not to Beg for Food
Must you sneak into the kitchen in the hope of avoiding your dog when you want a snack? The sound of the potato chip bag or the smallest kitchen sound can have them running to you with hope and a pleading expression in their eyes. Does your dog work every...
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What I Wish You Understood About My Difficult Dog
If you are a pet owner with a well-behaved dog, we congratulate you. That’s great. We’re sure you get praise from others about your friendly pup. But what about those whose dogs are wonderful, too, but...well, they’re kind of problem kids. They are...
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Cat Care for Beginners: 7 Steps to a Great Start
Did you recently adopt or bring a new cat into the home? How exciting! There’s nothing like little meows from a fluffy kitty or the soft purr of a new feline friend. We are sure you are soaking up all the adorbs you can handle. But, if you are new to cat...
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Downward Doggie: 5 Benefits of Dog Yoga
Yoga, the ancient practice of mind-body movement, is good for both dogs and dog owners. Dog yoga has been popular for more than two decades. The trend now is to include other pets and animals, like cats, goats, horses, and small mammals. In our hectic...
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Doggie Lingo: Does My Dog Understand Me?
“Who’s a good boy?” “Do you want to walk?” “Are you hungry?” Most pet owners talk to their pets and believe their pets understand them. If they don’t understand everything, they do understand the important words like “treats”, “toys”, and “food”. There’s...
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Static Cling Canine: Why Does My Dog Follow Me Everywhere?
Why does my dog follow me everywhere? Does your dog tend to be clingy or needier than other dogs? Dogs are pack animals, and they naturally see us as a part of their pack. It’s unusual to see a dog off on their own for long. They prefer to be with us or...
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Latch-Key Kitty: How Long Can I Leave My Cat Alone?
Cats seem to be one of the most independent animals out there, right? They love to hide, nap in secret spots, groom for hours, not giving any notice to other pets and people. They want you to pet them, but ONLY when THEY want you to pet them. You might...
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When Not to Clean Your Dog’s Ears
Your dog’s ears are arguably one of his or her cutest features. Whether droopy or folded, lop-eared or alert, your dog’s ears are a window into an entire world we cannot fathom. Did you know that a dog can hear at a much wider range of frequencies (up to...
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Bashful Baby: How to Socialize a Shy Pet
Your Shy Pet Can Get Past Their ShynessDoes your dog run under the bed every time the doorbell rings? Does your cat hide in the closest when other people are in the home? If you have noticed that your pet is anxious, physically shaking, or avoiding other...
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Considerations for a Doggie Playdate
Planning a Safe and Happy Doggie PlaydateEvery dog needs a playmate. Another pup to roll in the grass with, to chase a ball with, or romp around with. Healthy dog socialization starts from an early age, but is important for all pups, young or old....
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