Animal Care Advice
Browse this section of the site for tips and suggestions on Health, Grooming and Training, which can help you develop and maintain a long and rewarding relationship with your companion animals.
Holiday Pet Tips
Written by SPCA International Staff
The holidays are a time of celebration to be shared with family and friends. Not always an invited guest, but certainly not left out of many of the festivities, are our companion animals. When their home is full of people some of which they don’t know, it can be scary. That is why it is important to not forget your dog or cat and make sure they are safely tucked away in a secure place to reduce their stress or from them having access to run away.
Top 10 Dog-Friendly Tips to Help Make the Holiday Season Merry
Written by Liam Crowe
In the spirit of the coming season, we’ve compiled our Top 10 Holiday Tips to help keep dogs and their families safe and happy during the holidays.
Getting Your Pet Ready for a New Baby
Written by Stephanie Scott
Everyone knows life changes a lot for adults when they have a new baby, but have you ever considered how much your pet’s life will change too? They won’t be the center of attention anymore and they will often come second or third in line for food, walks, attention and play time. It’s very important to get your dog ready for the new baby’s arrival, so that their birth doesn’t result in a trip to the shelter for your furry family member.
Using Crates and Barriers to Help Your Dog Feel Secure
Written by Liam Crowe
A dog’s most basic need for safety is shelter, or a den. While your dog may feel that your whole house is his den, it can sometimes be too large of a space for him to feel secure. This may cause him to feel stressed and confused, rather than safe and sound.
Helping Your Dog Ease into Your New Home
Written by Liam Crowe
Moving into a new home can be both an exciting and stressful time for humans and pets. While we are able to understand why we have changed our dwelling, your furry companion may have a harder time adjusting to his new environment. Following are some tips to help your dog adapt to the new place you call “home.”
Tips for Managing a Multi-Dog Household
Written by Liam Crowe
If you currently have one dog and are considering getting another, think carefully first. While the joy of dog ownership grows with each new “family” member you add, the challenges of managing the household can also increase.
Preparing Your Dog or Puppy for a Visit to the Veterinarian
Written by Liam Crowe
Visiting your veterinarian is essential to keeping your dog healthy and happy, and it is an important part of being a responsible pet owner. However, a routine checkup can sometimes be distressing to our canine companions.
15 Minutes in a Car Can Kill
Written by SPCA International Staff
Dogs can make wonderful travel companions. Many dogs are quick to jump in the car, eager to stick their head out the open window and enjoy the ride. However, there are times when taking your dog with you is not a good idea. The summer heat can quickly cause a carefree car ride to become a deadly outing.
Stay-Healthy Tips for You and Your Dog
Written by Liam Crowe
Just like people, dogs need regular exercise and stimulation to keep them in tip-top shape, both physically and mentally. And since dogs crave human companionship, then who better to choose as your exercise partner than your pooch? Frequent activity positively impacts your dog’s health in many ways, benefiting his muscles, bones, digestion, sleep, circulation, and general attitude. The bond between canine and human also encourages humans to exercise more frequently and lose more weight than most nationally known diet plans.
Coyotes and Rodenticide Poison
Benda Varvarigos, executive director of Valley Wildlife Care in West Hills, California, knows the consequences of rodenticide poison all too well. In the last four months, her organization has taken in three coyotes affected by the poison and seen countless deaths among coyotes and other wildlife in her area.
