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Encourage Cat Exercise

Encourage Cat Exercise

Posted by Jenn Smith on 11th Jul 2019

Like dogs, cats need physical activity and time spent outside with other animals. Cats that do not get fit may suffer from health complications including high blood pressure; lethargy; arthritis, …
Pets: Drink More Water!

Pets: Drink More Water!

Posted by Jenn Smith on 10th Jul 2019

Like humans, pets need to drink plenty of water in the summertime to avoid heat stroke and other health complications. Pets are wearing a fur coat year-round; and while pet owners can have pets shave …
Why Bond With Pets

Why Bond With Pets

Posted by Jenn Smith on 9th Jul 2019

Unlike humans, a bond with a pet dog will last you a lifetime. The owner of a dog daycarein Edmonton shared his thoughts on what it takes to build a bond with a dog by startingoff with a very interes …
Summer Treats For Dogs

Summer Treats For Dogs

Posted by Jenn Smith on 4th Jul 2019

Bring on the BBQ this summer! It's picnic season and we are ready to eat; but we aren't the only ones. Our pets want to eat what we want; but not all summer treats are good for our pets. See the list …
Cat "Running At Large"

Cat "Running At Large"

Posted by Jenn Smith on 2nd Jul 2019

MURRAY, Utah (KSTU/CNN) - A Utah cat owner wants to see change after she says an antiquated ordinance led to misdemeanor charges for allowing her cat to lie on her front lawn. Kate Anderson sa …
Dog Heart Disease Link

Dog Heart Disease Link

Posted by Jenn Smith on 29th Jun 2019

What’s in your dogs’ diets could be a factor in whether they develop heart disease, according to a new FDA report. The Food and Drug Administration announced Thursday that it is cont …
CBD Oil For Anxious Pets

CBD Oil For Anxious Pets

Posted by Jenn Smith on 28th Jun 2019

DENVER (CBS4)— Cannabidoil (CBD) is growing in popularity due to its possible health benefits. Many pet owners are finding that its properties are also beneficial for animals. Meredith Gerdes r …
Is Weed Bad For Cats?

Is Weed Bad For Cats?

Posted by Jenn Smith on 27th Jun 2019

With the legalization of recreational marijuana in 11 states (Illinois latest to approve legalized weed in the state), plus Washington, D.C., pets are being exposed to the pungent odor of the cannabi …
July 4th Pet Care

July 4th Pet Care

Posted by Jenn Smith on 26th Jun 2019

America's birthday is just around the corner; and as such, homeowners are planning holiday parties. While planning has been centered around people, we want to take some time to discuss what to do wit …
Hot For Dog Walks?

Hot For Dog Walks?

Posted by Jenn Smith on 25th Jun 2019

We’ve recently had a bit of a heat wave in San Francisco. It’s exceptionally rare for temperatures to get higher than 80 (although less so in recent years), which means most people don&rs …
Dogs Can Get High

Dogs Can Get High

Posted by Jenn Smith on 22nd Jun 2019

The legalization of weed around the country in 11 states plus Washington, D.C. is raising questions and concerns with pet owners that want to know can dogs get high? The short answer is yes.  'D …
Fox Cat or Cat Fox?

Fox Cat or Cat Fox?

Posted by Jenn Smith on 21st Jun 2019

(CNN)There may be a fascinating new species of a fox-like cat, or a cat-like fox, prowling the island of Corsica and yep, it's already cranky and hates your guts. Wildlife rangers from France's&nbs …
Pollinating Plants + Pets

Pollinating Plants + Pets

Posted by Jenn Smith on 20th Jun 2019

June is National Pollinator Month; and home gardeners are welcome to start a bee garden to not only feed bees, but to save the bees. While we may be somewhat fearful of these type of pollinating inse …
A Bee Stung My Dog!

A Bee Stung My Dog!

Posted by Jenn Smith on 19th Jun 2019

Late spring-early summer is when homeowners begin to see the swarm of bees around lawns and gardens; and while they may appear annoying, it's best to leave them be (no pun intended). Bees are actually …
Dog Health At Risk

Dog Health At Risk

Posted by Jenn Smith on 18th Jun 2019

SAN FRANCISCO – As if this year's storms, floods and heat waves weren't enough to worry you, some experts fear climate change is also expanding the distributi …
How Cats Show Love

How Cats Show Love

Posted by Jenn Smith on 15th Jun 2019

Does Fluffy love me? Does Fluffy love me not? Chances are your cat Fluffy loves you. Even though stereotypes perceive cats as being anti-social and/or aloof, they do communicate and show affection in …
Pet Obesity: Not Funny

Pet Obesity: Not Funny

Posted by Jenn Smith on 14th Jun 2019

A news story out of San Diego is going viral to discuss the rise in pet obesity. In the below photo, we will meet a 26 pound cat named Angelo out of the San Diego Humane Society. While he is cute …
Adopt Pets In Virginia

Adopt Pets In Virginia

Posted by Jenn Smith on 13th Jun 2019

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (WAVY) — Temperatures are soaring as we approach the summer months, and that means animal shelter populations are surging too.Many animal shelters across Hampton Roads are ful …