Pocket Money: Summer Jobs for the Pet Loving Kid
Everyone remembers their first job…Whether it’s delivering newspapers, selling movie tickets, or landscaping, the first job is a meaningful opportunity to develop important life skills. For kids that love animals, working with – or around – them is the ultimate experience. In addition to being rewarding, eye-opening, and educational, jobs for the pet loving kid […]
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Travel with a Pet? You Bet!
Nowadays, it’s not only common to see people on vacation with their pets, it’s quite trendy. From posh resorts to outdoor adventures, there are plenty of options if you want to travel with a pet! However, there are some serious things to consider before em”bark”ing on your next vacation. The most important factors deal with […]
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Listen Up: Common Pet Ear Problems and Prevention
Although pet ears are adorable – from floppy basset ears to the fuzzy twitching ears of a new kitten – ear health often remains a mystery until infection occurs. When it comes to pet ear problems such as mite infestations, inflammation, or other uncomfortable conditions, many pets suffer needlessly. Causes of Pet Ear Problems There […]
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Signs Of Animal Abuse Or Neglect And How You Can Help
Chances are good that if you’re reading this blog, you are a pet owner and animal lover who does not need advice on the proper way to show love and tenderness toward your precious pet. Unfortunately, many pets in the U.S. are not so fortunate. Animal abuse and neglect is a sad fact of life, […]
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Pucker Up! The Truth About Pet Kisses and Health
It seems there are two types of pet owners: those who relish friendly pet kisses and those who cringe at the thought. Some animal lovers go so far as to kiss their pets on the mouth! Whether you’re one of the affectionate types or not, there’s a lot of confusion about the safety and health […]
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Safety First: Choosing Safe Pet Toys
It’s all fun and games until somebody gets hurt, or so the saying goes. We normally reserve this saying for our children, but in many cases it can be extended to our pets as well. As of yet, there is no set standard for safety when it comes to pet playthings, so for the time […]
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Scoop That Poop: Hygiene and Pet Feces
The mounds of snow in the Midwest have mostly melted, and with any luck we are past the time of year for blizzards. While you may be rejoicing that spring is nearly here, don’t get too caught up in your garden plans and leisurely walks with your dog in the sunshine. You have an […]
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Myths and Facts About Bloat in Dogs
Bloat is a term that many dog owners are familiar with, but few truly understand. If you have ever seen or read Marley and Me, you know what a serious condition it can be. As with many medical conditions, however, there is a lot of myth surrounding bloat in dogs. So how do you know […]
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Do You Know If Your Dog is in Pain?
Life with a dog is life with your best friend at your side. Considering this, it stands to reason that we might assume to understand our canine’s subtle cues and behaviors, so of course we’d know if our dog is in pain! But, realistically, the signs of pain or discomfort in pets are often easily […]
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Head Over Paws: Five Ways Your Pet Shows You Love
“But man himself cannot express love and humility by external signs so plainly as does a dog, when with drooping ears, hanging lips, flexuous body, and wagging tail, he meets his beloved master.” Noted scientist Charles Darwin was a lover of dogs, and even sailed to Patagonia on a ship aptly named The Beagle in […]