Summer is here, which means there are more opportunities than ever to get outside with your four-legged friends. But your pets may not be able to handle heat the same way you do. They are covered in fur, after all. So if you’re wondering how to protect your pet from the heat, here are a [...]
If you’re thinking about adding your first dog to the family, make sure you include your list of considerations to training your dog. While many people argue the effectiveness of one method over another, one thing is certain: behavior training your dog is essential to a peaceful and safe life for everyone. Here are three [...]
Monsoons are seasonal reversing wind accompanied by corresponding changes in precipitation and can be used to describe atmospheric circulation, precipitation, and temperature changes. These storms can come and go with relatively little damage but can also destroy farmlands, cause severe economic loss, and even harm pets. In Arizona, where monsoons are much more prevalent than [...]
In the U.S., roughly 54.4 million households own dogs and 38.9 million households own cats. Pets are a lot of fun and can lead to strong emotional bonds that will last a lifetime. Unfortunately, of the 8 million animals that end up in shelters each year, only between 15% and 20% of dogs and less [...]
Bringing home a new dog can be an exciting time for everyone in your family. Well, almost everyone. If you’re already a cat owner, your felines might not take too kindly to their new friend right away. You might be wondering “How do I go about introducing cats and dogs?” Preventing an all-out feud is [...]
We understand the importance of vaccinating our pets against disease, but it’s important to be aware of diseases that can be transmitted to humans as well. Here are seven of the diseases you can catch from your pets, along with protective measures you can take against them. Toxoplasmosis As the Center for Disease Control (CDC) [...]
Being a pet owner is a big responsibility, whether you’ve grown up with pets your whole life or are a first-time pet owner. You want to make sure you’re doing right by your pet and are keeping him or her well-nourished, getting enough exercise, and pest-free. One great thing to do is to make sure [...]
One of the main concerns that every pet owner has is keeping their pet safe from disease. Nobody wants to see their pet in pain, especially if you don’t know what’s wrong. One of the more common diseases that can affect your dog is Lyme disease. While it’s common, it can be difficult to diagnose [...]
Many pet owners wanting the very best for their pets often look to get them microchipped. When done properly, this can make sure your pet makes it home safe if they ever manage to get out. However, not everyone goes about microchipping their pet the right way, and this can leave those microchips useless and [...]
It’s no secret that the world of health insurance can be incredibly difficult to navigate. Knowing what your health insurance plan covers, how much it will cost, and what will happen if you run into a health emergency is incredibly important. It’s likely that you’ve put a lot of thought and care into you and [...]
