Black cats and dogs get a bad rap this time of year. Thanks to Halloween decorations, the media, and even children’s books, we’re hounded with images that are meant to instill fear in us. Unfortunately, the fear that surrounds these animals lies almost entirely in mythical folklore and superstition, which [...]
Cats and humans have been associated for nearly 10,000 years. In fact, the first known remains of a pet cat were found in Cyprus, dating back 9,500 years. That’s 4,000 years older than the well-documented Egyptian art and admiration depicting cats. Despite all this, there is an air of mystery [...]
As pet owners, we’ve all been guilty of sharing our table scraps, but that isn’t always a good idea – what is safe for you isn’t necessarily safe for dogs and cats. Fortunately, many fruits and vegetables are healthy options for your furbaby. Dogs and cats have no real need [...]
It goes without saying that senior animals are often overlooked for younger pets or puppies and kittens. According to most veterinarians, pets are considered to be “senior” around age 7. However, when it comes to dogs, the size of the dog affects this categorization as smaller dog breeds mature more [...]
Every dog needs basic training and socialization. Some need it more than others, but all dogs should have some form of training. Denying your dog some form of training puts them at a disadvantage. How will they know boundaries? Are they being provided adequate structure and guidance? Will they be [...]