How Pets Help Children with Autism
Photo by Etolane / CC BY-NC-ND Autism is a mental condition associated with difficulty socializing and communicating clearly. Studies have shown that for a child with autism, having a pet improves social skills and assertiveness, along with the many other…
How to Get Rid of Pet Hair around Your House
Photo by Mr.TinDC / CC BY-ND Have you started thinking about spring cleaning? For pet owners, this seasonal task is a hassle for one reason: pet hair. It would seem that once you buy a pet, you are destined to…
How to Afford Pet Care for Your Pet
Having a pet is kind of like having a kid in several ways: One, you love them unconditionally…and two, they cost money. This is why parents groan a little when their daughter tells them she wants a puppy for Christmas….
Pet Travel
We’re all going on a summer holiday: pets are welcome too! Whether you’re renting a summer house in Cabo, soaking up the rays on the white sands of a Caribbean island or brushing up on your French in Paris this…
Fireworks and Dogs and Cats
It’s the time of year for loud booms and bright blasts! While fireworks seem fun and entertaining for us, fireworks and pets can be a scary thing. It is that time of the year again, and fireworks will be going…
Mosquitoes and Pets
Those pesky bugs! Mosquitos not only annoy humans during the summer months, they also annoy our four-legged friends! Mosquitoes and dogs are NOT a good match! I recently traveled to my parent’s house to celebrate Mother’s Day. While I was there,…
Thinking about introducing another pet to your home?
Here are some things to keep in mind and how to make the transition much smoother: There is just something about animal lovers. Every time we see a puppy walking down the street or a cute picture on Facebook, we sort of…
Thinking about introducing another pet to your home?
Here are some things to keep in mind and how to make the transition much smoother: There is just something about animal lovers. Every time we see a puppy walking down the street or a cute picture on Facebook, we sort of…
Dog Anxiety
Don’t fret, Fido. I’ll be right back! Learn how to tell if your dog is suffering from “canine separation anxiety,” and how to help it relax. While dogs may be known more for their playful side, some dogs can become very…
Dog Anxiety
Don’t fret, Fido. I’ll be right back! Learn how to tell if your dog is suffering from “canine separation anxiety,” and how to help it relax. While dogs may be known more for their playful side, some dogs can become very…