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September: Happy Cat Month
Photo: Missy M.Happy Cat Month gives us an opportunity to focus on finding ways to keep our feline friends happy and healthy.Many of us love our feline friends because they are so independent. Unlike dogs, domestic cats do not generally see their owners as a focus of safety and security,...
Frozen Dog Treats
Summer days are here, and so is the hot weather. While you keep cool outside with ice cream, popsicles, and ice-cold beverages, consider these frozen dog treats to keep your furry friend cool in the summer sun, too! Chances are, if they could talk, they’d thank you for it!Many of...
Drooling Cat: What Does it Mean?
You may be used to seeing our dogs slobber and drool, but what does it mean when your cat drools? Should you be alarmed? Is it normal? Do happy cats drool? The simple answer is yes to all of these questions. A little drool can be harmless, but large amounts...
National Dog Photography Day
Photo: Maureen M.Do you love taking pictures of your dogs? Well, July 26th has been designated National Dog Photography Day; the perfect day to post as many photos of your furry friend guilt-free. Created in 2018 by pet photographer Kerry Jordan of Fur and Fables as an awareness day, Jordan was shocked...
National Pet Fire Safety Day
Do you have a fire safety plan for your family? If so, does this plan include your pets? Believe it or not, over 500,000 pets are affected by home fires each year.For this reason, the American Kennel Club and ADT Security Services have designated July 15th as National Pet Fire...
Are You Prepared?
June has been designated as National Pet Preparedness Month to coincide with the first month of hurricane season. Would you be ready at a moment's notice?This designation was established to urge people with pets to make preparations in case they should be hit by a disaster. Whether it is flooding,...
Farewell Linda Boyd
"Linda has decided to hang up her dog whistle after 14 years of trying to train us to be better behaved..." says John Braxton.She will be sorely missed. Linda's indispensable work behind the scenes ensured that nothing fell through the cracks. Her organizational impact will be felt for years to...
Cat Names: Do They Recognize Them?
Photo: Cheryl G.Does your cat come running when you call him? Does it seem like he actually recognizes his name? Well, you may be surprised that there is very little research done on this topic. Recently though, people have been asking this question and studying the answers. If you are...
6 Tips to Beat the Heat
Photo: Andrea M.Lucy enjoying her pup cup on a hot evening. As warmer, humid summertime temperatures approach, it’s important to remember that dogs are vulnerable to injuries and illnesses related to hot weather including heatstroke, sunburn, and footpad burns. It is a good idea to reacquaint yourself with proper precautions...
Responsible Animal Guardian Month
Purpose of Responsible Animal Guardian MonthMay has been designated Responsible Animal Guardian Month by In Defense of Animals (IDA) to highlight the importance of humans' responsibilities to animals. As animal lovers, we know that adding a furry friend to the family is a daily, year-round, life-long commitment. According to IDA,...
Integrating a New Puppy with Older Dogs
Photo: Susan R.Recently, a friend of mine adopted a new puppy. Her family is very excited about their new fur baby; however, since they have two senior dogs, integrating this new puppy has been a challenge. Maizie, a one year-old mutt, is full of energy, and my friend was hoping...
Knowing When it's Time
Facilitating End-of-Life Decisions for Your PetImage: Chad MayerMaking the last decision for your furry family member can be very difficult, so knowing what to ask your veterinarian can make your decision easier.Of course as a pet owner you wish that your aging pet would pass peacefully in his sleep, but...