Adding a New Puppy to Your Family

  • A Few Waterfowl Hunting Dog Supplies

    18 May 2017

    Training your new dog to be a good waterfowl dog is going to be a challenge, but a good waterfowl dog is worth their weight in gold. There is no other hunting partner that is willing to climb into cold water and retrieve those ducks and geese for you. When you start training your dog you are going to need a few supplies. These supplies can make or break the training process, so make sure that you get the right products.

  • 6 Reasons To Welcome A Labrador Retriever Into Your Home

    26 April 2017

    If you are searching for the perfect dog breed to welcome into your home, a Labrador retriever may come to mind. This breed is enormously popular and for good reason. There are many admirable traits a Lab possesses that make it a wonderful companion for every member of the household. If you need further convincing, here are a few solid reasons why a Lab would make an ideal pet: 1. The Lab is a Multi-Talented Canine (Good On Many Levels)

  • Does Your Dog Own You? 3 Ways To Turn Things Around

    20 April 2017

    When a dog comes into a home, they may establish themselves as the pack leader if you do not show them who is in charge. If your dog has done this, they are likely jumping on your furniture, barking at you when they want something, and overall not minding you at all. Fortunately, there are things you can do to turn things around so you are the owner—instead of the dog owning you.

  • What to Do If Your Dog Is Bitten by a Wild Animal

    6 April 2017

    Dogs are often curious and playful, which are great qualities to have in a family pet. Unfortunately, their propensity to jump around and try to play with other animals can sometimes results in a nasty bite, especially when the object of their affection is a wild animal who was just trying to cross your yard. Here are some tips on handling the situation if your pet is attacked or bitten by a wild animal.

  • Tips New Snake Owners Will Want To Follow

    27 March 2017

    A pet snake can be a popular choice for reptile lovers. However, it is a reality that snakes will have special needs that must be met to keep them happy. Meeting these requirements may require you to follow some basic tips and pieces of information so that you avoid potentially serious oversights. Understand The Benefit Of Handling Your Pet Snake People that own pet snakes may be surprised to learn that it is important for them to handle the reptile on a regular basis.

  • Four Things To Buy For Your New Dog

    20 March 2017

    Bringing home a new dog can be an exciting event for your family, but your pet will need a few things to help get settled in his or her new home. Use this guide to help prepare for the arrival of your dog and give him or her a warm, welcoming place to live. Engraved Dog ID Tags When you take your dog to his or her first vet appointment, you may get a tag showing that the pet has received certain vaccinations.

  • Tips For Helping Your Dog Recover From Abdominal Surgery

    11 March 2017

    If your dog was hit by a car and had to have emergency abdominal surgery, then it is important that you know how to care for him when he gets home. You will likely be surprised how fast your dog can heal from major surgery, but proper care during their first few days at home is vital to prevent post-surgical complications. To keep your dog on the path to recovery, follow these time-tested tips:

  • How Acupuncture Can Help Relieve Your Cat's Pain

    1 March 2017

    If your cat is experiencing a chronic pain problem like arthritis, you may be seeking ways to help your kitty find some relief. While there are medications that can be prescribed that will help to ease your cat's pain, many pet parents don't feel comfortable having their cat take them. If you're among them, you're right: painkillers aren't a cure-all for cats. Read on to learn why painkillers can be a problem for cats and what solution works better.

  • It's That Time Of Year To Protect Your Pet Against Heartworm

    1 March 2017

    Heartworm disease is a potentially fatal disease in dogs, cats, ferrets, and other species, including wolves, foxes, coyotes, and even humans. Heartworms are 12-inch long worms that can live in the blood vessels of the affected, as well as in the heart and lungs. This can result in heart failure and lung disease without early intervention. Some ways to help protect your pet against heartworm include: Medication. Your vet will be able to prescribe heartworm medication that will kill the parasitic heartworm while it is still in the larvae stage, before they grown into full-size worms.

  • Reducing Your Cat's Stress Levels During Boarding

    9 January 2017

    Owning a cat can be a great way to enjoy the companionship and love offered by a pet. Unfortunately, cat ownership can present a unique challenge for those that enjoy traveling on a regular basis. If you need to board your cat in a cattery while you are away from home in order to ensure that he or she receives the proper level of care, it's important that you take the necessary steps to help reduce your cat's stress levels during these boarding stays.