Imagine a beautiful, crisp morning stroll along the bustling Atlanta BeltLine. Your dog is trotting happily by your side when they suddenly swoop down and scoop up a discarded, hazardous chicken bone from the pavement. In that split second, your chest tightens, panic sets in, and an exhausting, high-stakes game of keep-away begins. It is […]
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The “Eternal Walk” vs. The Contented Nap You have just finished a two-mile loop around your neighborhood, dodging the usual Atlanta traffic and enjoying the shade. But the moment you get home, your dog is pacing the hallway with a toy in their mouth, looking like they haven’t moved an inch all day. It is
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You walk into the living room and find your cat enthusiastically gnawing on the leaves of your expensive fiddle leaf fig or decimating a celebratory bouquet of roses. It is easy to feel frustrated or worried about your decor, but it is important to remember that your cat isn’t trying to be naughty. They are
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There’s no easy way to say goodbye to your pet. When faced with the realization that time together is now short, we want to commemorate our dear furry friend and make the remaining days special. Here are some suggestions from those who have been there: Take Photos – Whether they’re candid shots of your buddy
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Can you tell how a cat is feeling by simply looking at her tail? Cat parents would tell you they are way more complicated than that. The entire body is a complex series of combined messages. But animal researchers say there definitely is an emotional pattern to tail activity that can help to quickly identify
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Puppies learn ‘bark’ language from adult dogs, and how to use their tails for communicating long distance as well as face to face. Scientists have studied these movements. Although their studies tend to correlate, there are always exceptions. The tail is an extension of the spine. Pulling or injuring the tail can cause a lot
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Is it difficult to know what your cat is thinking? Many cats aren’t exactly demonstrative of affection. Yet, even when your little one is seemingly giving you the cold shoulder, pet her a little, and listen. You might hear purring. She’s not a pack animal like a dog, so being besties doesn’t come naturally to
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One of the many joys of living with a kitten, or multiple kittens, is the game of chase. This behavior is quickly transferred to their human companions and engaging in hide-and-seek, tag, and other chase-based games is a big part of the enjoyment of having cats. Chase is also feline enrichment and plays a part
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