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Surprisingly, the answer depends on the type of fur, not the length.  All dogs secrete oils in their fur that can become greasy and smelly over time, creating an unhealthy environment for the skin, and leaving a distinct odor on bedding. These oils are meant to protect the skin and to waterproof outdoor sporting breeds […]

Is your cat trying to monopolize all your time, pushing everything out of the way to get to you? They are amazingly gifted at getting our attention. They may make a four-point flying landing on your laptop while you are working, dig their claws into your sweater to become permanently attached, or head-butt your arm

Are the sides of your upholstered furniture shredded? Are claw marks running down wooden furniture? Can you train your cat out of a bad habit and into using a scratching post instead? Sisal, cardboard, carpet or wood? Scratching posts come in different sizes, textures and shapes. There may be a few failures before you find

What would you do if your dog chewed an electrical cord or your cat fell from a high place? What about a broken-glass cut or an insect bite? There are some cases where you can help your pet right away if you have an emergency pet medical handbook, some training, and the right supplies. The

All pets can get sunburn and skin cancer, especially animals with light-colored or sparse fur, light-colored noses and fair eyes. Even a cat sleeping in a window for hours can get sunburned. If your pet enjoys sunning on her back, watch that belly, too.   Sunburn ProtectionShaving your dog makes her more vulnerable to sunburn. Instead,

Most dogs love nothing more than a car ride and being with family, so they love vacation road trips. Adventure awaits! But before you go, you’ll need to get a few things in order first. Medical: Update vaccinations, heartworm prevention, flea and tick medications. Make sure your dog is microchipped and has enough routine medications

When smoke or fire erupts, cats don’t run for an exit. They hide. Thousands die every year, sometimes by accidents caused by them turning on stove burners or knocking over a candle.  A solution is to make sure that you are prepared and can act quickly to get them out in such an event. First,

“Where can I find a dog park?”  Now, there’s an app for that. Take your dog anywhere and still find a place for her to roam by using mobile phone software applications to direct you to parks near home or while on vacation. Both iOS and AndroidThese two universal applications bridge the gap between mobile

When a fire happens, there is very little time to respond, so being prepared ahead is important, especially if you have a dog who has difficulty moving. Prep The HouseFirst, keep fire extinguishers throughout the house. Consider installing smoke detectors and a security system that will automatically notify the fire department, while you focus on

Dinnertime! Everyone comes running at once. How are you going to make sure that the cats get their share when dogs are typically so much bigger?  First of all, please don’t feed them the same food, because they have completely different biological needs. Cats are obligate carnivores. They must have meat and fat – lots