Health Benefits of Having Pets!
April 15, 2016
We all know that our pets bring us endless joy and comfort to our lives, but have you ever thought how your pet affects your physical…
Mouthy Puppy Help
January 14, 2016
Mouthing and biting is a common concern for new puppy owners. Keep in mind that it is completely normal for puppies to use their mouths to play and to explore…
Body Language in Cats and Dogs
October 14, 2015
Our pets can’t speak to us in our language, but they “speak” to each other and us via a rich vocabulary of non-verbal communication. Becoming familiar with what their body…
Inappropriate Urination: Problem Solving
September 29, 2015
Inappropriate elimination (urinating and/or defecating outside the litter box) is one of the most common problems we see in pet cats. Once medical causes such as a bladder infection have…
Dog Bite Prevention Week
May 20, 2015
May 17-23 is National Dog Bite Prevention Week 2015. As we get closer to warm summer weather, we are spending more time outdoors with our families. And since dogs are…
Puppy Series: Housetraining Troubleshooting and Myths
April 22, 2015
No matter how simple it seems when you are reading about housetraining your new puppy, the theory and practice of housetraining puppies can sometimes feel miles apart. But you aren’t…
Puppy Series: Socialization, Let’s do it Right!
April 3, 2015
If you have a new puppy, chances are you have read or heard about the importance of socialization. Socializing puppies to a variety of experiences, surfaces, people, and places is…
Housetraining 101
January 19, 2015
One of the most important (and potentially most frustrating and aggravating) parts of having a new puppy is housetraining. Housetraining is an essential part of teaching our dogs and puppies…
Litter Box 101: Preventing Litter Box Problems
August 1, 2014
Urinating outside the litter box (inappropriate urination) is one of the most common behavior problems we see in pet cats. While there are many medical and behavioral causes, these tips…