October is Dog Adoption Month
What better time to get a new pet than during adopt-a-dog month. While any month is a great month to adopt a dog from your local animal shelter, the month of October holds a slight edge over all the others. Since 1981, the American Humane Association (americanhumane.org) has celebrated “Adopt a Dog Month” in October, […]
Cats vs Houseplants
No matter how tempting they might be, you can train your cat to leave them alone. It’s impossible to explain to a cat that the beautiful new palm tree in a stunning ceramic pot in the living room is not a litter box. A cat sees soil and can’t resist the temptation to scratch around […]
Jumping Up Behavior in Dogs
Why dogs do it and how to curb their enthusiasm. Every dog has jumped up at some time in his life. Whether dogs are jumping up on people to greet them or jumping up on the furniture, our canine companions sometimes have trouble keeping all four feet on the floor. Although jumping up is a […]
Halloween Pet Costumes
Dressing up is not just for dogs anymore! Even though stores have been displaying Halloween-themed items since August, we’ve finally reached the holiday’s home month, which is why I’m giving you a look at some of the fun new costumes that are available for all kinds of pets. Yes, you read that correctly. This year, […]
Treats, Toys & More for Dogs & Cats
Three Dog Bakery’s From Our Kitchens Meaty Filet Strips and Soft Baked Wafers are packed with the perfect amount of protein in every bite. The meaty dog treats are grain- and gluten-free and contain no artificial ingredients. The filet strips come in three flavors—Chicken with Apples, Duck with Cranberries and Pork with Blueberries—in 26-oz. […]
Four-Legged Heroes
Beloved canines who did more than save the day. Heroes come in different shapes and sizes—and species. While cats, horses and even parrots have performed acts that have saved lives, dogs hold the record for the most acts of heroism in the animal kingdom. Here are just a few canine heroes. Duke A rescued Dachshund […]
How to Teach a Cat to Do Tricks
Yes, you can train your feline. Trick training a cat? Yeah right! Actually, with positive reinforcement clicker training, it can be very easy to train a cat to perform fun and amusing tricks. Felines are also very fast learners and in a matter of days you can have your kitty giving you a high-five greeting […]
