Keep Your Dog Active This Fall and Winter
Did you know that up to 59% of dogs worldwide are overweight? With this staggering number, the importance of walking your dog to help keep him fit can’t be …
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A Salute to Miracle Workers (Veterinary Technicians)
Pet owners know them as Veterinary Technicians or Nurses, and veterinary practices know them as Miracle Workers. They’re the clinic’s Jack of All Trades, Master of All. That’s why …
Safety for Spooky Season
Spooky Season is upon us—children and adults alike want to celebrate like it’s 2019 and bust out the costumes, candy, and decorations! With many of the COVID restrictions lifted …
Who is your pet, anyway?
Do you really know your pet? Sure, you know her favorite toys and treats, where she prefers to sleep at night, how she interacts with other animals, and that …
Do Dogs’ Personalities Change With Age?
Curious puppies! When you think of a puppy, you may think of a cute little pup playing with the newly discovered doorstop or barking at himself in the mirror. …
Deaf Dog Awareness Week
Petfinder initiated “Deaf Dog Awareness Week” to spread awareness about hearing loss in dogs and how to care for dogs affected by it. Although temporary, partial, or complete (both ears) deafness can affect …
Could Pain Be Your Pet’s Best-Kept Secret?
When you stub your toe, bang your elbow, or lift a heavy box the wrong way, you know you’re hurt–and others will, too, if you cry out in pain! Pain isn’t enjoyable for us, nor is it …
Thoughtful Memorial Ideas to Honor Your Pets
This Sunday marks Pet Memorial Day, a day to remember and celebrate all the pets we hold in our hearts. Pets bring joy, laughter, and unconditional love to our …
Ginger Cats: What makes them unique is beyond coat-deep
For ages, people have claimed that a cat’s appearance and behavior depend on its breed. But how helpful is this considering that 98% of cats aren’t purebred but rather …
Monkeypox and Pets
It’s all over the news: the monkeypox virus is transmissible to animals and causes similar symptoms, like skin rashes and lesions, as it does in humans. Now, pet owners …