Did you know that many people don’t realize, that dogs also suffer from mental health issues too. Physical injuries are easier to heal and notice but, the latter is the one we need to take into consideration. While many dog owners don’t give their dogs daily walks or let their dogs be alone in the house for many hours…veterinarians say …
3 Ways to Be a Great Pet Owner on a Budget
To welcome a pet into your life is to welcome a companionship filled with love, joy, and adventure. However, it also means adding a fair amount of responsibility to your life. While caring for your pet takes time, effort, and money, the bond that eventually forms makes it all worthwhile. What’s more, there are ways to keep your pet healthy …
Did you do enough Research before adopting your dog?
So, how much research did you really do before deciding on which breed of dog to bring home? For some, it just may have not have been enough. For some owners, not researching the costs involved with being a dog owner came back to bite them (pun intended). So, 14% of owners discovered that they had five or more visits …
Selling and Buying a Home and How to Consider the Dog
There are many factors to consider when buying and selling a home. When you add your pets to the mix, there is, even more, to think about. Among all the considerations with putting your house on the market — staging it for potential buyers and shopping for the next ideal place for your family — it’s often easy to neglect …
Dog-owners and Driving on the Road
For many people, dogs are a part of the family. But whereas most people wouldn’t dream of allowing their children to travel unrestrained, the same is not true for their pets. Occasionally, you would see a dog freely sticking its head outside of a car’s passenger-side window. That happens much more frequently than a child without a seatbelt. Car safety …
How Pets Help Children Grow Up Happy and Healthy
By Emily Parker, Catological.com
Common Allergens To Protect Your ESA Dog From
Approximately 10% of all dogs have allergies. Of the three types of allergies that your ESA dog is at risk of, the ones found in your dog’s home can be the most problematic as they typically result in recurrent infections, intense itching, and multiple trips to the vet. It’s, therefore, essential you know which home allergens to look out for. Mold in the …
5 Ways to Create a Healthy Home Environment for You and Your Dog
Every dog deserves to be in a home where they will be loved unconditionally. They also deserve an environment that is safe, healthy and comfortable. This is not only needed for dogs, but for pet parents as well. Many dogs end up developing some bad habits which can be hard to get rid off. Be it begging you for food during …
5 top tips for your dog this Valentine’s Day
Balloons, ribbons, and bows from bouquets and gifts could be an interesting thing for your dog to chew on and play with, but they could cause serious problems with his digestive system if ingested. Supervision is a must if your dog is going to be interacting with these accessories. Humans like flowers as romantic gifts but, dogs prefer bonding over …
5 Things Every Rescue Dog Owner Needs to Know
Have you ever wanted to adopt your very own rescue dog? There are thousands of rescue dogs in shelters across the country that are in need of loving homes. PetMD states that rescue dogs usually go through a lot of training to become what they are. If you’ve been kind enough to adopt one, you can be proud in the …
First Aid for Pets – What should I use? How do I give them first aid?
Accidents happen, and dogs can be like small children in the way they’ll come home with all sorts of scraps from the adventures they have in the great outdoors. From farm animals to other domesticated types of animals and from emotional support animals to service animals, injury is inevitable. Over the years your dog may have a few accidents, but …
How Second-Hand Smoke Affects Your Pet
If you smoke, you should have first thought about its adverse effects not only on your health but also on your pet’s health. Besides the obvious danger of lung cancer, cats and dogs lick the residual tar and nicotine from their coats, which can contribute to throat and mouth cancer. If you want to have this be your emotional support …