It’s super common for people to hope their dogs will just grow out of their problematic behavior, like barking at every dogopens in a new tab in the neighborhood, chasing the cat, or biting strangers. That’s not usually the case, but there are a few common behavior issues that most dogs will outgrow — thankfully— … Read more
I don’t know about you, but the very thought of this question is enough to make my eyes immediately fill with tears. That’s because the idea that my cats — especially my most recently departed kitties, Pumpkin and Bear, whom I loved so much that just thinking about them now makes my heart feel like … Read more
Aren’t dogs supposed to love going on walks? Every blog I read says walks will make dogs happy, and that we should spell out “w-a-l-k” so they don’t go bananas every time they hear the actual word. Except maybe you have a dog who doesn’t jump around in excited circles every time you get out … Read more
We’ve all heard the term “mangy cat,” and often picture an undernourished street cat with little to no human contact. But even well-cared-for cats can be diagnosed with mange, and the changes to their skin and coats isn’t always super obvious. What does mange look like on a cat? Let’s discuss. Navigating life with a new … Read more
This week, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Oklahoma unsealed documents detailing a shocking dog rescue operation. Back in October, federal authorities seized 190 Pit Bull-type dogs from a profitable dog fighting ring. Each of the dogs were saved from the residence of LeShon Johnson, a former National Football League running back … Read more
As dog parents, we all have our pet peeves (pun intended). Some can’t stand excessive barkingopens in a new tab. Others might cringe a little whenever our precious pooches lays a big, wet kissopens in a new tab on their cheeks. And don’t even get some folks started on their pups’ digging habits in the … Read more
For those of you who have lay awake, listening to the jingling of your dog’s collar tags as they work at yet another itchy spot or who have had your dinner interrupted by the thumping of your dog’s foot as they dig at their skin, we hear you. Dogs and their skin can have a … Read more
Every dog parent dreads those middle-of-the-night wake-ups from a pup who urgently needs to poop. Or even worse, coming home to discover that your dog has already gone and couldn’t hold it. A very loose stool combined with an urgent need to poop more frequently is a classic sign of large-bowel diarrheaopens in a new … Read more
Neosporin is a mainstay in many bathroom cabinets and first aid kits. It’s safe and helpful for minor woundsopens in a new tab your family members may accidentally get. That may make you wonder if you can put it on your kitty’s wound, too, if they get injured. The answer is a solid, “No.” Neosporin … Read more
If you read the labels on commercial dog food, you will find many include fish as an ingredient. This may have made you wonder if your dog could also eat fish you cook at home, either as a treat or as a meal topper. As with many human foods, there are benefits and risks to … Read more