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5 Pool Safety Tips for Pets in the Philadelphia Suburbs
There is no better way for your dog to keep cool in this miserable heat than a dip in the backyard pool. Swimming is also a great low impact exercise for dogs with joint issues; however, there are safety precautions to keep in mind. Here are five pool safety tips...
Tips To Keep Pets From Starting Fires
National Pet Fire Safety Day celebrated July 15, 2013, is a joint effort between The American Kennel Club® (AKC®) and ADT Security Services to spread awareness about how pets can start home fires but more importantly how to prevent them. According to Lisa Peterson, spokesperson for AKC, "Not many pet...
Dogs and Fireworks Don't Mix on the Main Line
Did you know that more dogs run away on the Fourth of July than on any other day of the year? The sounds of fireworks - the artificial squeal followed by the giant burst of explosives and subsequent whimper - drives dogs nuts! And for many, it triggers their innate...
Does Your Pet Need Sunscreen?
Summer isn't even a week old yet, but it feels like the dog days have arrived. With the onset of such excessive heat, it is important that you are prepared, especially when it comes to your pets. Animals, like humans, are sensitive to the sun. White animals and those that...
7 Tips to Prevent Heat Stroke on the Main Line
Have you ever noticed how hot it can get inside a car on a summer day - far hotter than it is outside? That's because a car acts like a greenhouse, trapping the sun's heat.A study by the Animal Protection Institute showed that even moderately warm temperatures outside can quickly...
10 Must Have Items for Your Pet Preparedness Kit
National Pet Preparedness MonthJune has been designated as National Pet Preparedness Month to coincide with the first month of hurricane season. It was established to urge people with pets to make preparations in case they should be hit by a disaster. Recently, the news has been flooded with images of ...
Honoring Military War Dogs in Wayne, PA
On this week after Memorial Day it is important to remember all who have served this country for our freedom. War dogs are no exception. Dogs have been an important part of the United States military for decades. One even aided in the killing of Osama bin Laden.Military working dogs...
Support Pennsylvania Troops by Fostering Military Pets
Did you ever wonder what happens to the pets of active military men and women? When active military men and women are newly deployed, redeployed, or extend deployment, they face a number of issues regarding their homes and families. Frequently, one of those dilemmas is what to do with their...
Importance of Walking Your Dog in Wayne, PA
Warmer weather means that we turn our attention to outside activities. Many of us want to get back into shape after a long winter. We know that it is important for us to ease into a new exercise routine, but what about our dogs? It is normal for dogs to...
Easter Safety Tips in Wayne, PA
Spring is finally here, and with the change of season, we turn our thoughts to Easter celebrations. Before you venture out to buy those Easter flowers and candy, it is important to keep these seasonal tips in mind to help prevent mishaps or misfortunes.Just like other holidays, the flowers and...
Celebrating National Puppy Day
Did you know that March 23, 2013 is National Puppy Day? National Puppy Day, celebrated March 23rd each year, is a day founded by Pet Lifestyle Expert, Animal Behaviorist and Author, Colleen Paige. She believes that this is a special day to, "Celebrate the magic and unconditional love that puppies...
Recall Alert!
Voluntary Pet Food RecallNatura Pet ProductsBraxton's Animal Works would like to make our customers aware of a voluntary recall issued by Natura Pet Products, makers of Innova, Evo, California Natural, and Healthwise. This voluntary recall has been issued out of an abundance of caution to make sure that your pets...