When you’re teaching children about dog bite prevention and how to be safe around dogs, keep it simple. Discuss animals, how we relate to them, and the role of animals in your family, not just how to avoid being bitten. If you have younger children, always supervise them around dogs and be mindful of how […]
A Dog is for Life, Not just for Christmas! This puppy package might look cute and endearing, but living animals should not be delivered in boxes or presented as gifts, especially surprise gifts. They are often unwelcome adolescents by the time the puppy cuteness wears off, and the reality of housebreaking and training and spending […]
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October is National Pit Bull Awareness month, so let’s talk about these dogs that I have come to adore. Pit Bull and Bully are generic terms used to describe dogs with similar characteristics such as blocky heads, short muzzles, large bones and heavily muscled bodies. This includes the American Pit Bull Terrier, Bull Terrier, […]
NewsUSA: There are some things that everybody knows about cats, such as they purr when they’re happy. But you might be surprised to learn that many of the “facts” you know about cats are actually untrue. For example, while cats often purr when they’re happy, they may also purr when they’re anxious or uncomfortable. Do you […]
Declawing has become an emotionally debated topic. Many people are vehemently opposed, and feel it’s inhumane. There are positives and negatives to declawing your cat. On the down side, there is some level of pain & discomfort. That goes along with any surgery, so managing pain is a necessity! Recovery time can take two to […]
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