Pets
New Puppy? Learn How To Prepare Your Home For A Furry Friend
(ARA) – Anyone who’s welcomed a new pet into the home can tell you how important it is to prepare for that four-legged friend. Whether it’s moving furniture to accommodate a dog cage or learning to host a puppy play-date with the bulldog next door, becoming a pet owner can be a definite learning... »
A Veterinarian’s Top 10 Tips For Keeping Pets Healthy In Winter
(ARA) – Jack Frost is nipping at your pet’s nose. Winter is here again, and cold weather can be uncomfortable and dangerous to your pet. “In colder regions of the country, pet owners should already know that they need to make accommodations for their pets, but winter can be hard on a pet even in... »
New Year’s Resolution: Slim Down That Fat Cat Or Dog
(ARA) – To his owners, Moby, a 4-year-old Australian Shepherd, was a very healthy, spry dog, so when his veterinarian told them that beneath his thick, reddish-brown coat he had a weight problem, they were a bit shocked. Apparently, all that baby food licked off the floor, and the lack of activity that came with... »
Don’t Forget Your Pets In A Disaster
(ARA) – When Hurricane Katrina hit New Orleans in 2005, Richard Colar’s neighborhood was flooded with 13 feet of water. He lost his home and lived in a FEMA trailer for over three years following the storm. Even more devastating for Colar was that he was forced to flee without his beloved pet, a... »
Top 10 Pet Health Tips For The Holidays
(ARA) – Halloween, Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, New Year’s Eve and Kwanzaa – no matter what you’re celebrating, pet owners need to remember to keep their pets safe and healthy for the holidays. “Veterinarians often see an uptick in the number of problematic calls during the holiday season,” explains Dr. Larry R. Corry, AVMA president. “Whether... »
Tips to Protect Your Pet From Summer Heat
(ARA) – With summer upon us, warmer weather beckons everyone outdoors to enjoy the sunshine. When family and friends gather for backyard barbecues and outings in the park, it is natural to want to include the pets. It is wise, though, to consider the health and safety of pets before taking them out into... »
10 Cat Care Guidelines
By Dave Markel There area many common sense rules to follow when caring for your cat. These rules are simple and will ensure your cat will be healthy and happy. 1. When your cat arrives at home:Bringing your new cat home can be frightening for it. Be prepared by having a food and water... »
GPS Tracking for Man’s Best Friend
By Simon Wyryzowski To say that our pets are our best friends is an understatement. There are many people in this world who see their pets as life long companions, and even an integral of their family. How would you feel if your pet has run away, or perhaps has gotten lost somewhere outdoors? It... »
Looking For A Good Dog Breeder
By Alton Hargrave If you are interested in getting a dog, you should be interested in dog breeders. The safest place to get a new dog would be from a dog breeder. That gives you a history or insight of the prospective dog you are interested in. You can find dog breeders in the... »
Why Set Up a Fish Tank?
By Mike Magnum You’ve been to the pet store and noticed the fish tanks and thought “maybe I could do that.” Guess what, you can “do that” and it’s not nearly as difficult as you may think. The tropical fish keeping hobby has come a long way over the past decade thanks in... »