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More than just great exercise, teaching your dog to play fetch is an excellent way to help form a bond between you. For many dogs, playing fetch is something that comes very instinctual to them. Quite simply, it becomes an activity that they love to participate in with you. The following is a simple guide […]

Dogs are truly a blessing in our lives. We love our canine companions, and they love us. However, I think if we were all honest about one aspect of our furry friends that we wish we could do without, it would be all of that fur falling out everywhere. We find fur all over the […]

With the holidays right around the corner, many of us will be hitting the road, and have already made the decision to bring our furry friends along with us on our travels. Going to grandma’s house with your pets doesn’t have to be stressful, providing you plan ahead to keep them safe and as comfortable […]

Giving a pet as a gift has the best of intentions behind it. You imagine that the friend or family member that you give it to is going to be beyond elated to see their new furry friend running towards them on Christmas morning. However, before you go to your local shelter and give a […]

If you are an allergy sufferer, you may be hoping for some relief in finding out which dog breeds are considered to be hypoallergenic. We will get to that in a moment; however, it first must be understood that technically, there is no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog breed. Defining a Hypoallergenic Dog This […]

When dogs repeat normal dog behaviors in an extreme, repetitive manner, it is known as Canine Compulsive Disorder. It is akin to obsessive-compulsive disorder, or OCD in humans. A behavior can be classified as Canine Compulsive Disorder or OCD if it interferes with the dog’s ability to live a normal life. Common OCD Behaviors Dogs […]

Affectionate and extremely smart, the American Bobtail cat has a characteristic, primitive look to them. They are very interactive felines, which bond well with their human family. In one moment, they are busy entertaining you, and in the next, they are providing comfort to you when you are sad. Personality American Bobtails are known to […]

As it turns out, coconut oil does more for the body than just help to get you a good suntan. For humans, it promotes heart health, encourages fat burning, has antimicrobial effects, boosts brain function, reduces abdominal fat and so much more. It should be no surprise that what is good for humans is also […]

Designed specifically for dogs, Rimadyl is the prescription medication carprofen that may be classified as an NSAID. Rimadyl is useful in treating inflammation, reducing fever, and treating pain in dogs. It is important to note that you should never give your dog NSAIDs meant for humans as this can be dangerous for your dog. What […]

While many of us know cats to be gentle and loving creatures, they can display an aggressive side when they are experiencing feelings of distress. A cat that has turned into an angry one can be rather menacing as its sharp claws and teeth can turn into weapons that can harm people and other pets […]