Did you just add a furry little cutie to your household? You will be buddies in no time if you follow these tips. Give him space. Let him adjust to his new home. Handle him properly. He is not a toy and should not be treated as such. Should you have any children in the…
Did you recently adopt a dangerously skinny former stray? Did your pet fall ill and lose weight during the recovery process? You already know your pet needs to maintain a healthy weight to live a happy life, but how do you help him get there? Always talk to your vet first. It’s important to use…
Keep every member of your family safe on the most romantic day of the year. Keep flowers away from curious paws. If your special someone surprises you with flowers, keep them on a table or up high where your pet can’t reach them. Flowers with thorns could easily hurt your pet. Many flowers can also…
Sure, Valentine’s Day celebrates the love shared between people (be they significant others, relatives, or friends), but what about the love shared between you and your pet? If you want to show your pet just how much they mean to you, here are four ways you can do it. Spend time together. You don’t have…
Is your pet grieving the death of another pet? You can help them get through it. Don’t rush anything. Allow your pet to grieve in a healthy way, without pushing them in a certain direction. Wait a bit before you start throwing out or giving away blankets, toys, and other possessions that belonged to the…
Everybody loves plants. They spruce up a room, they’re cute – heck, they even help reduce stress levels! They’re also magnets for pets. Put one in your family room and there’s bound to be mystery poop in the pot by the end of the week. Pets and plants don’t always mix well, but if…
You love your outdoor kitty, but as confident as you are in your decision to let him roam around outside, you may also worry when the chilly winter weather sets in. Will he be safe? Will he be OK? How cold is too cold for him? Sending your cat out into the cold comes with…
Long road trips can be boring for humans, but for animals, they can be downright miserable. Canine car sickness is a very real thing. Symptoms include: Vomiting (the most obvious sign that something is wrong) Listlessness Constant drooling, whining, and/or yawning Uneasiness So how do you avoid it? Cut down on food intake before the…
Thinking about adding an adorable piglet to your family? Better keep these things in mind. There is no such thing as a teacup pig. Piglets grow – that is a given. If you don’t think you will have room for your pig later down the line, don’t get one. They need a special diet. Some…
Christmas is almost here, and you know what that means – it’s time to shop for your pet! But what to get? If you want to avoid the same old thing you buy every year, here are a few ideas sure to get your brain pumping. Handmade Leather Dog Collar. For the pet owner who…