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Day 1: That sinking feeling in your heart... It is 6:15PM on Wednesday July 5 when I get the phone call. I was on my way home from work. I am told that Buster is missing and believed to have gotten out when the pool guy came to clean…

For most of us with pets, the thought of losing them feels like the prelude to a panic attack. The good news is there are ways to keep your pet from getting lost that don’t involve keeping them crated 24/7. There are also things you…

You've seen the pictures on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Photos of dogs doing special, funny things that make people smile. Everyday, thousands of pictures are taken of 'man's best friend'. Now there is a holiday set aside just to…

Caring for an animal teaches kids compassion and responsibility. However, it is important to always keep your kid’s age in mind when choosing pets since younger children are more likely to injure a small animal through well-meaning acts…

The Cats Are Ready To Go We had our routine visit today. Everything went great, but now I have to wait for the results of Buster's tests. We got the cats together in their crates and we were ready to go. Busted On Our Way to The Vet…

Though everyone has heard the saying “fighting like cats and dogs,” felines and canines don’t have to be enemies. There are plenty of families where the resident moggy and mutt get along famously. The goal is to make your pets realize…

Choosing A Dog Walker That Is Right For Your Dog You need someone to walk your trusted companion while you’re away. Of course, you want a person who’s trained in animal care and knows dog first aid. But you also have a few questions. How…

How to Pick an Animal Spa or Kennel Unfortunately, there are going to be those times when you need to go somewhere (or want to go somewhere, like your favorite summer vacation spot), and you simply can’t take your dog or cat with you.…

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…