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.
Make Your Yard Wildlife Friendly
At summer’s peak, the climate across most of the northern hemisphere is hot. The high temperature dries up many of the usually accessible sources of food and water that birds and other wildlife are accustomed to eating. These animals often have to work harder or travel greater distances to forage for something to eat.
Traveling with your Companion Animal
Traveling with your companion animals can be a fun adventure – whether it’s just for one day or several weeks. To make the experience happy and enjoyable for everyone, here are some tips to help you keep your companion safe and comfortable during your journey.
Animal Activities for Kids
Hey kids, do you love animals? Here are five ways to celebrate your love of animals and help homeless pets at the same time. Many of these activities require the help of an adult so be sure to check with a parent before getting started.
10 Tips for a Happy Mew Kitten
When a new kitten has joined your family, it's good to get things started off on the right paw, and the food and care you choose can make all the difference in the health and happiness of your growing kitten. Here are 10 starter tips for you and your "mew" companion.
Summer Care and Safety for Dogs
Summer is an incredible season for outdoor fun with our dogs. However, as summer leads to warmer weather, pet owners need to take special precautions for their dogs.
15 Minutes in a Car Can Kill
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.
Dog Park Safety Tips
As warm spring air begins to roll in, dog lovers need to prepare for more time outdoors with their furry friends. Dog parks are a great place to enjoy the outdoors, but can also be unsafe if proper measures aren’t taken.
Ear Care for Your Cat
While we're not going to suggest you make cleaning kitty’s ears part of a weekly grooming routine (we're not that cruel), it is a good idea to gently check the ears for wax, debris, and any sign of pus or discharge. If there is pus or discharge, or the cat shows pain when its ears are touched, take it to the vet for a checkup.
Help Save the Earth and its Creatures
The extinction of species worldwide is occurring faster than ever before in our earth’s history. If we continue on the current path of habitat destruction and resource consumption, this already frightening extinction rate will only accelerate. In fact, if we don’t drastically change our habits today, we are bound to lose millions of species.
How Habits Poison Habitats
Animals are helpless to remove human litter from their habitats. Unfortunately, where many non-human species live, the habits of people affect them in negative and often deadly ways. When humans are careless and indifferent to what they do to the environment, animals suffer.
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