Pet Care Articles

June 23rd is National Take Your Dog to Work Day. First celebrated in 1999, this holiday was created by Pet Sitters International to celebrate dogs and the wonderful companions they are to many people. By seeing the bonds formed by…

Adopting a dog or puppy is exciting, but new owners may still be a bit anxious and have lots of questions. This is especially true if they've never owned a dog before, or even if they’d owned a different breed. Here are ten of the more…

Most humans want or need pets. Having a pet has all kinds of wonderful benefits whether you have a cat, dog, bird, reptile, or any other type of animal. The companionship alone can help us get through the best and the worst of times in our…

Ideally, no cat should live outdoors. The life of an outdoor cat tends to be nasty, brutish and short. On the other hand, some people inherit outdoor cats from a previous homeowner or even from a relative who has passed away or moved away…

If dogs knew how to cross the street and didn't lap from every puddle of water (and water-like substance) that they saw, we wouldn’t be having this conversation. But they don’t, and we must. Following are seven safety tips to protect your…

Summer is right around the corner! Time for vacations and family trips that can include your fluffy canine companions. Planning is key to having a good trip with your best pal. Let’s start with something you already know. Do not leave your…

A dog’s ears are part of its charm. They can be upright, crimped, floppy, long or short. But what all dog’s ears have in common is that they need care from time to time. Some vets recommend cleaning your dog's ears either every week or…

New Bearded Dragon Check List When you think of common pets, bearded dragons aren't typically the first thing to come to mind. But a bearded dragon can make a surprisingly affectionate pet, with a unique and amusing personality. Of…

Turtles hanging out after their first night in the new tank!

So we discussed the fact that the tank stand and canopy weren't done and decided, that it shouldn't stop the turtles from having their new home. We decided to makeshift a canopy that would keep the cats out of the aquarium, so we could…