February is designated as National Cat Health Month, and it’s a perfect time for pet owners to focus on the health of their feline friends. Below are some tips to ensure that your furry friend stays in tip-top shape. Schedule Your Cat’s Annual Checkup There are many ways to celebrate your love, and one way …
De-Icing in a Pet Safe Way
With the recent snow and falling temperatures, it appears that winter is definitely upon us. This is the perfect time for a winter pet care refresher. Like their human counterparts, pets have difficulty maneuvering in this weather, especially on ice. Many of us have used or will be using some type of de-icing method to …
Can Your Dog Determine Who You Date?
With Valentine’s Day approaching, the talk of love and dating is in the air. What are you looking for in a mate? Well, according to the American Kennel Club, many dog owners are looking to their furry friend to determine what traits are important to them in a long-term relationship. Whether it is someone who …
Birdwatching – Good for Health
With the pandemic and all of the time that people have been spending indoors, many have taken up a new hobby: birdwatching. Birds are truly mesmerizing, and watching these creatures can help pass the time and can also be entertaining. Recently, I was at my mom’s house, and she had just refilled her bird feeder. …
Tips for Finding a Reputable Breeder
Are you looking to add a new family member? Maybe you are thinking of working with a breeder. If so, the AKC has seven tips to ensure that your breeder is responsible. Tips: Meet the Breeder. The best way to get to know a breeder is to meet in person, which might be at their kennel …
Required: Dog License
Did you know that if you live in Pennsylvania, you must have your dog licensed each year? Many dog owners ask themselves, “Why does my dog have to be licensed?” Well, there are several answers to this question. First, licensing helps prevent rabies outbreaks by requiring a certificate of vaccination for all dogs over the …
5 New Year’s Pet Resolutions
As New Year’s Eve approaches, so do the thoughts of resolutions. You should lose weight, start exercising, or spend more time with family and friends. This new beginning is a chance to commit yourself to an advantageous lifestyle change for the upcoming year. Most pets could benefit from some of these same changes. So as …
Pet Safe Holiday Tips
You don’t need me to tell you that 2020 has been a crazy year! This year the holidays may look different, and even though we may not be gathering for the holidays as usual, our own homes may still present safety concerns for our pets. Keeping your pet’s routine is the best way to keep …