We often hear about the physical health benefits of having a pet but as important is how pets improve mental health. There is a lot of press lately on techniques to help with our mental health including: meditation, mindfulness, yoga, and keeping a positive attitude. These are all great tools that we can use to help alleviate anxiety and stress.
Sleeping habits can vary widely among members of the animal kingdom. You may be surprised at how much some animals sleep, and how little others do. If you are interested in learning more about some of the more curious sleeping habits within the animal kingdom, why not check out this fascinating infographic courtesy of the team at Greyhounds
We all love having a clean, healthy, and nice smelling dog, but getting him that way can break the bank. Just because you don’t have the means to take your pup to a professional groomer doesn’t mean that you are a bad owner. After all, you don’t have to be a rocket scientist to figure out how to properly
The numbers are in for 2017 and, unfortunately, the pet obesity epidemic remains on the rise. The 2017 U.S. pet obesity survey, conducted by the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, has concluded that 56% of all dogs and 60% of all cats are overweight or obese (in 2016, these percentages were 54% and 59% respectively). These numbers are
I have a lot of clients ask me about a board and train program for their dogs. In theory this sounds like a great idea, you leave your dog with someone and he comes back to you perfectly well behaved. Unfortunately this is not always how it works out. My main concern with these programs is that you
Pet owners are always looking for ways to keep their pets healthy and happy. What is an appropriate diet? How much exercise should they get? How often should I take them to the veterinarian? What safety measures should I take? There are various answers to these questions. This article speaks to these and other topics to help you
For many dog owners the word grooming means pompom haircuts, beribboned bangs, and doggy perfumes. Fine for little Fifi maybe but not for Andy, he’s all dog. However, Andy needs it too. Grooming is not just a matter of good looks though that certainly is a side benefit. A better word for it would be cleanliness. It takes
It’s just a fact of life being a dog owner, at one time or another you’re going to have to fight off fleas. The good news is, there are a now more ways than ever to help you combat these unwanted intruders. In fact there are now so many methods to tackle fleas and ticks that it can
Pet lovers always want to keep their pets healthy and entertained. Getting your pet more active through playing activities is a great way to keep them healthy and entertained. If you are a dog owner, then you may have heard about devices can automatically play fetch with your dog. These devices allow your furry friend to play and
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for family and friends to enjoy each other’s company and to partake in some great food. Beware though, because Thanksgiving can also create distress and an unsafe environment for our companion cats and dogs. During the holidays pets can be subject to undercooked food, pet-unfriendly flowers, and unattended alcoholic drinks. Below are some