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During the heat of the summer, our first instinct as pet owners is to keep our furry friends as cool and comfortable as possible. Just looking at our dogs and their full-time fur coats makes us start to sweat in sympathy. Have you ever wondered if they’d be cooler without all that fur? Actually, a…

It’s going to be summer before we know it, and vacation planning is already a hot topic! Whether you’re headed to the beach, the mountains, grandma’s house or an exotic destination, we know that figuring out what’s best for your fur babies while you’re away is a top priority. Deciding to leave town without them…

 The process of potty training a puppy can be simple but isn’t necessarily easy. Knowing the basic guidelines and common methods will help you guide your puppy to becoming fully house trained and grow your relationship in the process. Key ideas include the following: Establish a routine. Most dogs thrive on routine, especially when it…

Spring is in the air! And soon many travelers will also be in the air or on the road, as people shake off the winter blues and embrace the joys of spring. With schools on spring break and plenty of annual events taking place, it’s a busy time of year for our dog boarding and…

We usually think of celebrations in February that feature hearts, candy and flowers. Now you can add teeth to that list! Your pet’s teeth, that is. We celebrate National Pet Dental Health Month each February as a reminder to practice good oral hygiene with our pets every day. Not only can you save your dog…

There’s nothing more exciting than getting or giving a new pet for Christmas. Memories are made starting with the big surprise — that moment when a playful little bundle of joy bounces into your life. Your new arrival is sure to bring years of love and companionship to your household, but a new pet is…

The most wonderful time of the year also means it’s time to brush up on some steps for keeping your pets safe in this joyful season. With all the beauty and festivities, there are quite a few safety hazards for our pets, such as lights and decorations going up, gifts and food lying around, and…

Are you already making a list and checking it twice? With the holidays right around the corner, there’s just so much to do – gifts to buy, meals to plan, decorations to hang, and travel arrangements to make. Speaking of travel, whether you’re headed out of town to visit Grandma or finally taking a much-needed…

With Halloween right around the corner, it’s time already to think about costumes for those spooky parties and Trick or Treat adventures. Whether you coordinate a perfectly orchestrated theme or everyone goes as their own best creation, be sure to include your pets in the planning. There’s nothing like a dressed-up dog or clever cat…

It’s time to make some flashcards and scrounge up a few No. 2 pencils for a quick pet lovers pop quiz. Whether you loved science, math, history or literature in school, you’ll find something of interest in this list of quirky facts: Similar to a person’s fingerprint, a dog’s nose print is unique and is…