pets
Vibrant, green lawns can draw attention to any landscape. Many homeowners toil for hours each week to ensure their lawns are pristine, or invest in lawn care services to help maintain a yard if they do not have the time to do so themselves.
While many treatments can be applied to lawns to help them...
Overweight and obesity can affect the family pet. Carrying excess weight has similar consequences for dogs and cats as it does for people, namely increasing risk for certain diseases. According to the pet retailer Chewy, being overweight can contribute to hip dysplasia, osteoarthritis, high blood...
Many people are eager for Independence Day celebrations in early summer. There is much to be excited about, as festivities often begin in the afternoon with barbecues and pool parties, and commence late at night after fireworks shows that light up the night sky. Still, not everyone enjoys the extra...
Animal shelters serve as temporary way stations for animals that are between homes. The purpose of shelters is to offer food and safe surroundings for surrendered or lost pets until they can be reunited with owners or be adopted by new families.
The ASPCA says around 6.3 million companion animals...
What can pet owners do when their pets exhibit unwanted behaviors, such as damaging furniture or jumping up on people? The first instinct may be to yell or punish the pet by being cross with him or her. However, many animal behaviorists believe that positive reinforcement training is the most...
Pet ownership can be both joyous and challenging. Every pet misbehaves from time to time, but when behavior issues become part of daily life, pet owners may be wringing their hands wondering how to get to the root of the problem.
Pet owners may not realize they can contribute to common behavior...
Domesticated pets may have evolved from wild animals, but it has been some time since dogs were needed to hunt like wolves or domesticated cats had to survive like wild leopards or tigers. While pets can enjoy time outdoors, it's important to avoid leaving them to their own devices for too long....
Companion animals often bring great joy to their owners. Dogs, cats, birds, bunnies, and other furry friends make owners smile regardless of how big, small or exuberant they might be.
Pet parents frequently go to great lengths to care for and pamper their pets. But even the most attentive owners...
Warm weather brings many changes. Warm weather can make travel more enjoyable and affords people more time to comfortably enjoy the great outdoors.
It's best to keep safety in mind when soaking up the sun. That's important for all members of the family, including pets. Cats and dogs are as...
Pets are beloved members of many families. So it's no surprise that so many pet owners place such a great emphasis on raising healthy pets, often going to great lengths to provide nutritious foods for their furry friends and protecting them from a host of dangers, including heartworm.
What is...
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