As we enter the fall season, the weather starts to drop, and we pull out our sweaters, fuzzy blankets, and slippers and cozy up on the couch. Even though our pets have fabulous fur coats, they can get chilly too. During the summer they might have laid flat on the hardwood floor to cool down, now they might be cuddling up next to you on the couch to share some […]
Cats love being in elevated places; dogs not so much. However, many dogs do benefit from having their food elevated by a raised feeder. Cat perches and trees, like the Mr. Herzher’s Single Seat Cat Perch, are great to get active kitties off the ground. Similarly, elevated feeders, like the Stormcloud Elevated Dog Feeder, is perfect for medium and large dogs that have to crane their neck to get food […]
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Food, exercise, and loving care are essential in giving your pet the necessary care to live a long, healthy life. Another less common, but just as important factor in caring for your pets is to get them checked out every year at your veterinarian’s office. Sometimes this can be difficult due to the rising costs of pet care. Luckily, 1-800-PetMeds and Bayer have joined forces to give out free wellness […]
As summer commences and the 4th of July approaches, it’s important to keep your pets in mind. While 4th of July celebrations are filled with fun and happy times, for some pets, it can be anything but happy. Pet owners whose pets have severe noise anxieties must take caution during the upcoming fireworks season. Unfortunately, this type of phobia may not go away, and if not treated, it can get […]
Just as humans grow older and begin to experience pain in their joints, both dogs and cats can experience the same. You may notice as your beloved furry family member grows older they aren’t playing as much as they used to or jumping as high anymore. Unfortunately, that could be the result of weaker joints in their bodies. Not all cats and dogs are predisposed to joint health problems; however, […]
Dogs are active by nature, and as pet parents, it’s our job to make sure they get adequate amounts of exercise. On the list of things dogs need to live a healthy and happy life, just below food, water, and unconditional love, is exercise. Making sure your dog sufficiently exercised can do wonders in maintaining his or her physical and mental well-being. On the other hand, dogs who aren’t sufficiently […]
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