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Heartworm Incidence in the United States

Heartworm is a serious, but treatable disease found in most canine breeds. It involves a series of small, filamentous worms forming in the various ventricles and arteries of the canine’s circulatory system. This, rather predictably, is not the best for…

Does Your Dog Need Wet or Dry Food?

Wet vs. Dry You’re a new pet owner standing in the pet food isle overwhelmed with the options… wet or dry food? How do you choose the right food when you just want what’s healthiest and best for your animal. …

How To Stop Pet Begging

Have the begging blues? It is easy to say that the best way to keep your dog from begging is to not feed them from the table in the first place, but we all know we’re guilty from time to time….

Pet Microchipping: Everything You Want to Know

Microchipping your pet is one of the smartest decisions you can make as a pet owner. Many pet owners have a lot of questions about this relatively new device. Is it really worth it? Do I need it? Even the…

Pet Holidays You’ll Want to Celebrate

These pet holidays are not only fun to celebrate our beloved furry friends, but also a great way to celebrate important causes. Make sure you mark these holidays down in your calendar for this year! January: National Train Your Dog…

How Often Should You Bathe Your Dog?

When to bathe your dog The frequency at which you bathe your dog varies depending on several factors. The breed, where you live, and how fast your dog produces an unpleasant smell. No matter what category your dog falls under,…

Unique and Exotic Pets

Think Outside the Box with these Fun and Unique Pets From the cutest to the scariest, learn more about these exotic pets you can actually own. Hedgehog Lifespan: 3 to 8 years Origin: Europe, Asia and Africa These prickly creatures have…

Is Your Dog Scared of Thunder? Try this.

Help! My pet is scared of thunder. As many people who have a pet dog know, they can act quite erratic during a thunder storm. What you might not know is why – it is actually quite simple  Dogs fear thunder…

Why Feeding From the Table is Bad for Your Dog

Why you should avoid feeding your dog human food. Admit it, we’re all guilty. After a big meal you may feel obligated to share some of that great food with your dog, but feeding them food from the table is…

Pet Body Language: Know How Your Pet Really Feels

Animal Body Language Cats and dogs are very expressive creatures, but not in the same way humans are. How can you tell if your pet is happy, sad, scared or sick? Learn more about the key body language signs that can…