Losing your pet is every animal owner’s worst nightmare. Suppose this happens to you. You put up signs and post to social media and various free sites hoping someone found your animal. Then one day your phone rings and someone claims to have found your pet. Proceed with caution, according to the Better Business Bureau. The […]
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Rescuing Pets Amid Hurricane Harvey
Pets are more than furry companions, they are confidants and full-fledged family members. Never are we more aware of this than during times of crisis, particularly natural disasters. Times like these see animals go missing and worse. The New York Times recently published an article about Tropical Storm Harvey and the effect it has on family […]
Fleas Test Positive For Plague In Arizona
Public health departments in Arizona are reporting that fleas are testing positive for the bubonic plague in Navajo and Coconino counties. “Navajo County Health Department is urging the public to take precautions to reduce their risk of exposure to this serious disease, which can be present in fleas, rodents, rabbits and predators that feed upon these […]
Penciling Out Pet Insurance
Emergency animal care often means whipping out the credit card. Times like these make one wonder if pet insurance is worth the investment. All this got us thinking about pet insurance and, if it’s worth the monthly cost.
3 Words That Restore Faith in Humanity: “Senior Dog Sanctuary”
Google the words “Senior Dog Sanctuary” whenever you need a pick-me-up. Seriously. Browsing websites of organizations dedicated to caring for old and disabled dogs brings much needed compassion into our newsfeed.
5 Tips To A Clean, Pet-Friendly Interior
Dog might be your co-pilot, but their fur and slobber ruins upholstery. To make the most of your travels together, it’s a good idea to dog-proof your car. Here are five easy steps to doing that:
Jack Russell Terrier in Life Vest Rescued from Gulf of Mexico
Some eagle-eyed boaters hauled an exhausted Jack Russell Terrier from the Gulf of Mexico earlier this week. The terrier–a male named Jagermeister–disappeared from his master’s boat five miles off of Florida’s Gulf Coast Tuesday.
Study Finds Cats Spend Days Killing, Sleeping and Exploring
Anyone who lives with a cat understands their predilection for hunting and stalking. They dart through your legs as you navigate a hallway. Feet beneath a blanket are seen as an immediate threat that must be neutralized. They’ll pounce two-thirds of the way up a screen door to maul a moth. Recent research proves cats […]
Choosing the Best Safety Harness for Your On-The-Go Animal
Dogs adore car rides, and drivers cherish taking them. But sharp turns, sudden stops or collisions can cause severe injury or death to unrestrained animals—and put human passengers at risk of injury as well. Restraints are a solution, but how do you choose the right one?
It’s Never a Good Time to Leave Pets Unattended in a Vehicle
Don’t leave a pet alone in the car this summer, even if you’re just running in for a quick errand.