Help Your Dog Relax With These 3 Activities

Do you want to help your dog relax? Does your dog have a hard time settling down in the house? Do they chew furniture, tear up the carpet, or pull the leaves off your house plants? Or do you have a dog who is nervous around loud noises like fireworks, thunder, or even...

Before Visiting the Dog Park

  While the idea of having a safe place for dogs to roam and play seems great in theory, unfortunately, the reality is not so simple. Visiting the dog parks can contribute to long-term behavioral issues that are difficult to solve. You may often hear that...

Why Should I Foster Before Adopting a Pet?

Are you thinking about adopting a pet? You’ve seen tons of adorable animal influencers all over social media, and the puppy/kitty fever is now in full force. Now it’s time to decide: Will you adopt from a rescue or shelter, OR will you buy from a breeder? If you’re...

Heartworm Awareness Month

Is your dog showing signs of fatigue? Is this followed by a persistent cough, loss of appetite, and moderate activity? Then, your dog may have heartworms. Yes, it’s exactly what it sounds like ― worms in the heart! This disease can infect both cats and dogs, and the...

Why is Your Cat Afraid of Cucumbers?

You are watching videos on YouTube and come across a playlist titled “Cucumbers Scaring Cats.” You click on the first video and are treated to a scene in which a man places a cucumber behind his cat stealthily. He then enjoys the show as the cat slowly turns and leaps...

How to Find the Right Trainer for Your Furry Friend

There’s a huge difference between positive reinforcement dog training and balanced dog training. The former method is all about teaching your dog tricks, manners, and behavior through positive reinforcement, and the latter uses aversive methods and/or punishments for...