Have you ever considered fostering pets from your local animal shelter, but something held you back? Maybe it was the fear of becoming too attached. Perhaps you felt worried you might not have enough experience, especially when taking care of a very young kitten or puppy. But for many people, one of the biggest things […]
Pica: The Bizarre Eating Disorder In Dogs And Cats
We all seem to have that one friend who can eat anything. But what if that “anything” included things that didn’t actually qualify as food? Pica is a surprisingly common type of eating disorder that causes pets to compulsively crave and eat non-food items, and it can affect both dogs and cats. Pets with pica […]
Breed-Specific Legislation’s Dirty Little Secret
This is a story about two dogs. Both are greatly loved by the same family. Both happen to be Pit Bull mixes. And both have been deeply affected by breed-specific legislation’s dirty little secret. What Is Breed-Specific Legislation? According to the website StopBSL.org, breed-specific legislation (BSL) is “A law that bans or restricts certain types […]
Tips For The Happiest Of Holidays With Your Pets
I have to confess, I absolutely adore the holidays. I don’t even mind the parts that most people don’t enjoy all that much, like the inevitable last-minute dash on Christmas eve for that one present you forgot, huge crowds in every retail store within a 10-mile radius…I even have a soft spot for ugly Christmas […]
Adopting A Special Needs Pet: What You Need To Know
Adopting a special needs pet can change your life in ways you may never have thought possible. Although it’s true that adopting a pet with special needs can come with its own set of unique challenges and considerations, people who take on that challenge often find it also comes with its own special rewards. A […]
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