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Calming Pets During Fireworks

Whether it is the Fourth of July, New Year’s Eve, a neighborhood party, or any celebration, fireworks can be distressing to many pets. Fortunately, there are many effective ways to calm pets during fireworks and keep them safe and at ease even during all the booms and bangs. Why Fireworks Upset...

The Language of Wag: What Your Dog is Really Saying

The classic telltale sign of the emotional state of man’s best friend is the position and movement of the tail. Wagging infers happiness or excitement, while the well known “tail between the legs” demonstrates fear, shame, or timidity. But the action of your dog’s tail and their behavior is...

Updated Hours and Shopping Protocols

UPDATED SHOPPING PROTOCOLS: Good morning, It is May 1st and we will begin in store shopping TODAY! We will be limiting the number of shoppers in the store at a time. Please practice social distancing while you are shopping. Starting Tuesday May 26th our hours will be: Monday-Friday 9am to...

Considering Raw Food for Your Pet?

It can be tempting to feed your pet a raw food diet, but is it the safest, healthiest option? Understanding what raw food means for cats and dogs and how to prepare a raw food diet properly can help you choose the best meals for your pet. What a Raw Food Diet Really Is A raw food diet is fresh,...

Common Dog Paw Issues

A dog’s paws are the animal’s contact with the world, just like our own hands and feet. It is critical that a dog’s paws be strong and healthy, and understanding common dog paw issues can help all dog owners be aware of their pet’s needs to keep their canine family members walking, running, and...

Winter Walking Tips With Your Dog

Walks are great exercise and mental stimulation for your dog, and even on the coldest days, a walk can be a welcome activity. By knowing how to safely walk your dog in winter, both you and your canine companion can enjoy fresh air, exercise, and fun on regular walks. The Risks of Cold Weather...

Cold Weather Safety for Pets

When temperatures drop, we layer up in warm clothes, turn up the furnace, enjoy hot drinks, and take other steps to stay warm and safe. But what about our pets? Practicing good cold weather safety for pets is essential to keep all our furry, scaled, and feathered family members safe and comfortable...

Why To Consider Adopting An Older Dog

While there is definitely a draw to getting a cute little puppy, there are also many benefits of adopting an older dog from a shelter. Here are just a few reasons why an older dog could be a perfect companion for you:House-trainedA lot of older dogs are likely already house-trained so you will find...

Dry Vs. Canned Food

Many people will argue that canned food is better for your pet than dry food. The bottom line is that your pet’s nutrition is a priority for you. At the end of the day, there really is no single right or wrong way to feed your pet, that is unless you’re feeding it directly from the table. What...

Why To Consider Adopting An Older Cat

Sure a cute kitten is great but adopting an older cat has many great benefits as well. Here are just a few reasons why an older cat can be a great companion:Less destructiveWhile a kitten may flash those big, sympathetic eyes to get out of trouble from destruction, in most cases older cats won’t...

Why It's Important Not to Leave Your Pets in the Car During Hot Summer Months

It can be deadly to leave a pet in a car during the summer, even if a day seems cool, it's only a few minutes time or the pet seems fine. Learning the facts about hot summer days and how pets in cars can be affected is critical for safeguarding pets and ensuring they are cool and comfortable even...

Cookouts: Food and Pet Safety

Cookouts can be amazing family fun, great neighborhood get-togethers, and spectacular ways to celebrate. It is natural to want to include a beloved pet as part of a picnic, barbecue, or camping trip, but cookouts can be dangerous for cats and dogs. Understanding those dangers is an essential first...

Cool Pet Tips for the Dog Days of Summer

Summer is a great time to enjoy all sorts of outdoor fun, but when temperatures rise too high, conditions can become uncomfortable and even dangerous for pets. Conscientious pet owners, however, can take easy steps to keep their pets cool and safe even on the hottest days. Know Your Pet’s...

Pet Care During a Weather Emergency

Severe weather can be a stressful, frightening time, especially for a pet that has only ever known good care and a loving, friendly home. When emergency conditions arise, pets can easily get lost or hurt in the confusion, but a prepared pet owner will take care of their pet before, during and after...

How to Trim a Dog's Toenails

Trimming a dog's toenails may seem like a simple task, but it isn't always easy. Many dogs are nervous and anxious when getting their nails trimmed, and improperly done, a badly cut nail could cause injuries or infections, as well as adding to the dog's stress. By learning how to trim your dog's...

How to Greet a Dog

Dogs are friendly, social animals, and a proper greeting is essential to establish and maintain the correct, safe human-dog relationship in a pack hierarchy. Whether you are greeting your own pet, a friend’s familiar dog, a working animal, or any other dog, knowing how to greet a dog the right way...

Suggestions to Help Your Cat Lose Weight

Obesity is one of the most common health issues afflicting pet cats, and being overweight or obese can severely compromise the health, quality of life and even lifespan of your cat. Taking steps to help your pet shed excess pounds isn't difficult, but it does need to be done carefully to keep your...

Stop Your Dog From Chewing Things Up

Did your dog just chew up your favorite pair of sneakers or that great book you were just about to finish? I would probably bet that you’re pretty angry and want that behavior to stop. Here are some tips to discourage your dog from taking a bite out of anything but his food:Know the reasonBefore...

What We Need To Know About Feeding Dogs Table Scraps

Feeding your dog table scraps is a topic of mixed feelings in the pet community. Most vets and owners will argue that for no reason whatsoever you should feed your dog table scraps while others will claim that it’s okay in moderation. Some will even say it’s perfectly fine. The biggest argument...

Indoor Activities to Keep Your Pet Busy in Winter

While the coming of winter does mean cozy nights by the fire and hot cocoa, there is no doubt that the switch to life indoors can, at times, be a bit stifling. If you are feeling bouts of excess energy during these months, odds are, so are your pets! Like you, your pets daily routine changes in the...

Winter Pet Dangers

Pets face many unique dangers during the coldest months, but savvy pet owners can take steps to keep their dogs, cats and other pets safe and comfortable no matter how low the temperature goes. Top 5 Dangers to Pets in Winter – And How to Keep Pets Safe The exact dangers pets face vary depending on...

Choosing the Right Crate for Your Pet

Crates are essential gear for any pet, not just for cats and dogs, but also for ferrets, guinea pigs, rabbits and other small pets. Whether you use the crate strictly for trips to the vet or groomers, need it for long distance travel or use it daily for housebreaking, feeding, nighttime or other...

Road Trip! Transporting A Dog In A Car

Driving with your dog may be a regular occurrence or maybe you’ve never done it before. Either way, going on a long road trip is a whole different experience. Here are some things to consider before you leave:Used to ridingIf your dog isn’t used to going to the vet or the park across town by way of...

Treating Seasonal Hot Spots on Pets

Hot spots can be uncomfortable for your pet, but how can you treat this itchy irritation? Understanding more about hot spots can help you give your pet relief whenever these sores flare up. What Are Hot Spots? Hot spots are bacterial skin infections that cause severe itching, so much that an...

What We Can Do to Help With Feline UTIs

Urinary tract infections can be painful, dangerous or even fatal for your cat, but what can you do to help them avoid or overcome these conditions? Does My Cat Have a UTI? There are several symptoms to watch for that could indicate a urinary tract infection in your feline friend. Common symptoms...