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- The Must Know Guide to Dog Grooming - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Ann StewartOne of the unfortunate side-effects of the winter season is the drying of the air. With this comes an increased importance for the proper grooming of of your pet. If you think through the impact the change of weather has on your own hair, keep in mind it will impact your dog in the same way. ...
Views: 748 - The Digging Dog - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Ann StewartOne of the challenges many dog owners face is trying to keep a well groomed yard. While your dog may seem to be well behaved otherwise, you may want to pull your hair out because of the holes in your yard. Why Does Your Dog Dig? To be effective in getting your dog to stop digging, you must ...
Views: 693 - When Dogs Get Older - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Ann StewartFor anyone who's had a dog that has gotten older, we know there are definite signs of age, and things that can make caring for an older dog a little more challenging. If you are new to caring for an aging dog, there are some things you should know. First, you need to understand that dogs age ...
Views: 768 - Help Your Dog Cope with Stress - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Ann StewartWhile we all understad how important it is to effectively manage our stress, we often fail to realize how important it is to help our dogs do the same. So what stress sources from our lives significantly impact our dogs? Here are a few examples: Interpersonal Stress Behavior Problems in ...
Views: 750 - Keeping the Dog Company - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2011 from Ann StewartOne common reason people get a pet is because animals are loyal companions. Whether we're talking about their dependability, sympathy, or watchfulness, dogs make great companions. The reason why they are such great companions is that they are natural pack animals. When Do Dogs Get ...
Views: 700 - Making Sure Your Pet is Ready for Disaster - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2011 from Ann StewartAs we watch the Atlantic begin churning into storms, in Florida we make ready for the annual hurricane season and the potential disasters that come with it. That preparation includes supplies, contingency plans, and coordination. Inevitably some pets are forgotten in the process. The National ...
Views: 645 - Dangers of Summer - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Ann StewartAs the weather continues warming up, keeping your pets cool should be at the top of your list of concerns. Year after year we hear of pets dying in hot cars, sometimes after being left for mere minutes. What we don't commonly hear about are the countless pets that suffer from heatstroke just ...
Views: 613 - Vacation Time With The Pets - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Ann StewartAs vacations are quickly approaching again, {the question lingers of what to do with your pets|what will you do with your animals while you're vacationing. There are two primary options people use if the pets are staying home: 1) friend, neighbor or relative or 2) kennel. Let's explore each of ...
Views: 682 - Taking Heartworms Seriously - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2011 from Ann StewartAs the weather continues to warm up, with it comes the wonderful return of our dreaded enemy, the mosquito. With them comes the return of the threat of heartworms for our furry companions. If aren't familiar with what heartworms actually are, here's a brief description from "Heartworms are a ...
Views: 677 - Happier with More - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Ann StewartRegardless of whether you prefer dogs, kittens, guinea pigs, frogs, or gerbils, one thing is certain, animals bring a wonderful dimension to the home and family. According to the Humane Society, approximately 40% of animal owners own more than one pet. We're not talking about cat herders, but ...
Views: 675 - Scratch Scratch Here...Parasites are on their way. - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Ann StewartAre dogs and cats like people when we hear the word "lice", and start scratching at the sound of fleas or ticks? With the start of spring one of the worst nightmares of every pet owner is on the horizon: Flea & Tick Season. Even if your pets are kept inside 100% of the time, as we start ...
Views: 570 - Are You Accidentally Harming Your Animal Companion? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Ann StewartThe ASPCA released their report on the top 10 toxins for pets in 2010. Pet owners think of some of the items, but not all; here's what was in the list: Human Medications Insecticides Rodentcides People Food Veterinary Medications Chocolate Household Toxins Plants Herbicides Outdoor ...
Views: 706(2 votes) - Keeping Christmas Safe For All - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Ann StewartHappy Holidays from Advantage Pet Center. With Christmas just a few short days away, safety for your pet should be starting to percolate to the top of your mind. One of the dangers our animals face every year is the inevitable opening of presents. Even if you try to keep your dog or cat in a ...
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