Breed Spotlight: Australian Shepherd
Australian Shepherd Facts Characteristics The Australian Shepherd is a medium-sized dog recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) as part of the herding group. Weight varies from dog to dog, but Australian Shepherds are generally 40 to 60 pounds with height ranging from 20 to 23 inches. Coloring of the Australian Shepherd varies greatly. It […]
Deciphering Pet Food Labels
Understanding the label of a pet food is very important, as it is a legally binding contract between you and the pet food manufacturer. Even nutritionists have problems decoding pet food labels. There are thousands of things to consider, from maximums and minimums of fiber content to ingredient sourcing to how the food was actually […]
Save a Life, Become a Volunteer
There are myriad ways to help your local shelter or rescue. There are, thankfully, about 12,000 animal welfare organizations in the U.S., all working hard to rescue animals and find them forever homes. These facilities usually have a small core of professionals and rely heavily on volunteers to fill out the staff and thus can […]
Keep Your Dog Groomed
If you are like most dog owners, you love to cuddle with your canine companion. To keep that cuddle factor alive and well in your relationship with your pet, it’s a good idea to have your dog groomed on a regular basis. Bathing, brushing, nail trimming and clipping are all part of regular grooming. You can […]
Playtime Dog & Cat Products
Ever wondered what your cat gets up to on the other side of the catflap? Or how much activity your dog really engages in every day? The G-Paws Track GPS tracker is a great way to better understand your pets and their habits. The tracker lets you accurately record where your pet goes; see your […]
Dog Groomer Student of the Month: Brandi Christian
Student of the Month Dog Groomer Brandi Christian Brandi Christian enrolled in Animal Behavior College’s Dog Groomer Program in May 2014. Raised with the idea that every young person should attend college, Brandi first pursued a career as a high school teacher. However, she soon realized her passion is with dogs and made the switch […]
Veterinary Assistant Student of the Month: Chelsey Klinger
Student of the Month Veterinary Assistant Chelsey Klinger Chelsey Klinger lives in Schuylkill Haven, Pennsylvania, and works at a local flower shop as a shop hand. However, as of May 11, she will begin working as a veterinary assistant at Hamburg Animal Hospital where she completed her 90-hour externship as part of the Veterinary Assistant […]
