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FDA Recommendations for Storing Pet Food. Picture of a black and white cocker spaniel lying beside a dish of dog food.

FDA Recommendations for Storing Pet Food

For your pet’s health, it’s important that you safely store food and treats. Proper storage helps prevent your pet from having health problems related to overeating or eating pet food that isn’t fresh or is meant for another pet. Proper storage of pet food and treats maintains the products’ nutritional value and keeps information handy […]




Indoor Games for Pets. Picture of a Sharpei dog standing in front of an abacus.

Indoor Games for Pets

Keeping our pets in shape is a part of keeping them healthy. Sometimes that’s easier said than done. Bad weather and other events can keep us indoors for long periods of time. That doesn’t mean let the animal be a couch potato for the day. There are still fun ways to engage in play while […]




Winter Care Tips for Pets. Picture of a small brown and white dog with a stocking cap on its head, wearing a red sweater and has a thermometer in its mouth.

Winter Care Tips for Pets

Winter is almost here. Many places are already experiencing freezing temperatures. This change in weather brings potential health hazards to pets. Below are some tips for keeping your pets healthy and happy. There are many winter hazards to watch out for. Vigilance goes a long way towards protecting our furry friends.




Pet Holiday Tip: Tinsel, Ribbon, and Decorations. Picture of Christmas balls and ribbon hanging in a line for decoration.

Pet Holiday Tip: Tinsel, Ribbon, and Decorations

Yes, it’s that holiday time of year again.  While you’re busy decorating, baking, wrapping gifts, and preparing your household for guests, remember to watch out for holiday temptations for your pets.  Don’t let a pet disaster turn both your and your pets’ Holiday “Ho-Ho-Ho!” into a Holiday “Oh No!” In the weeks leading up to […]




Pet Holiday Tip: Plants. Picture of a Christmas tree, a fireplace with stockings hung, and various plants sitting around.

Pet Holiday Tip: Plants

Many people have festive plants around the house for the holidays. Remember to keep your furry family members in mind when you display or dispose of your holiday plants. Three popular holiday plants that could pose danger to your pet are poinsettias, mistletoe, and holly. Poinsettias – Colorful, large red and white poinsettias fill your […]




Cold Weather Pet Safety Tips. Picture of a white labrador retriever in the snow with a scarf around his neck.

Cold Weather Pet Safety Tips

The dangers of warm weather and pets are well documented. Less so, however, is cold weather. Just because they have fur does not mean they are impervious to the cold. The weather can harm their health. It can lead to discomforts such as chapped paws or to more serious issues such as hypothermia. Tips for […]




Tips for a Purr-fect Season - Happy Holidays with Cats. Picture of an orange tabby cat playing with ornaments hanging on a Christmas tree.

Tips for a Purr-fect Season – Happy Holidays with Cats

The holiday season is a time for joy, togetherness, and celebration, and what better way to enhance the festive spirit than by sharing it with your feline friends? Cats are an integral part of our families and including them in the holiday festivities can make this time of year even more special. There are many […]




Holiday Safety Tips for Pets. Picture of a young caucasian female on a couch presenting a gift to a small white poodle.

Holiday Safety Tips for Pets

The holidays are a time for fun and celebration. However, the holidays can present safety hazards to pets. It’s important to keep vigilant. Here are some things to watch out for over the holidays. Holiday plants: These include mistletoe, poinsettias, amaryllis, holly, and pine. All of these plants are toxic for cats and dogs. Ingestion […]




Leaving Without the Heartache: Preventing Separation Distress in Pets. Picture of 2 dogs, one standing as if being a psychiatrist, and the other dog laying on a couch on his back as if talking with the doctor about separation stress.

Leaving Without the Heartache: Preventing Separation Distress in Pets

Pets bring immense joy and companionship to our lives, becoming cherished members of our families. However, with the increasing demands of work and social commitments, pets often find themselves alone for extended periods. For some pets, this separation can lead to distress and anxiety. In this article, we’ll explore ways to prevent separation distress in […]




Unmasking the Masters of Disguise: How Cats Hide Pain. Picture of an orange tabby cat being checked over by a veterinarian.

Unmasking the Masters of Disguise: How Cats Hide Pain

Cats are known for their mysterious and enigmatic nature. Often portrayed as independent and stoic creatures, they have a remarkable ability to conceal their discomfort, especially when it comes to pain. As pet owners, it’s essential to understand how cats hide pain to ensure their well-being. Let’s learn the art of feline stoicism and explore […]






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