Elvis Dog Names Inspired by Elvis’ Pets, Movie Roles and More
Are you an Elvis Presley-loving new pet parent searching for the perfect name for your “Hound Dog”? From the names of Elvis’s many dog and horse companions to the characters he… [[ This is a summary only. Click the title for … Continue reading
Should we dress up our pets for Halloween?
Should we dress up our pets for Halloween? Dressing up on Halloween can be great fun for children and adults alike, but what about our furry friends? Just like people, dogs and cats are individuals, and no two animals are … Continue reading
Successfully Transitioning Pets from One Food to Another Food
You have probably heard this before. Regarding your pet, when transitioning from one formula to another, do so slowly, over a few weeks, by gradually replacing some of your pet’s old food with its new food to the point where … Continue reading
How to Safely Celebrate a Pet’s Birthday
How to Safely Celebrate a Pet’s Birthday Happy birthday to you! We all love a celebration, and a pet’s birthday (or adoption day) is a great excuse to spoil them rotten – as if we don’t do that every day! … Continue reading
Achieving Your Pet’s Summer Body Goals
A number of my clients have seen their dog’s bodies change as a result of COVID lockdowns. Some have had extra time to walk their dogs and their dogs have trimmed up– great! But for many, there has been extra … Continue reading
Remember Me Thursday Honors Shelter Pets Who Never Found a Forever Home
“All of the darkness in the world cannot extinguish the light of a single candle.” A time to take the words of Saint Francis of Assisi to heart, Remember Me Thursday is a day to light the… [[ This is … Continue reading
Siegfried Farnon (Robert Hardy) on the problems of keeping pets
It all makes sense, except for those barking retrievers and that fawn whippet that was Robert Hardy’s own beloved dog. Natural History
What Do Vegans Feed Their Pets?
Embracing a plant-based lifestyle may start with what’s on your plate, but whether you’re vegan for health, humane, or environmental reasons, for lots of people it’s not just a diet, but a way of life. Being vegan can affect nearly … Continue reading
Brave HSUS Rescuers Risk Lives to Save Stranded Pets
On September 1, the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) was coordinating with other agencies and animal welfare organizations to rescue as many animals as possible who had been affected by Hurricane Harvey. They received a request to help … Continue reading
Human Health Irritations Due to Pets
Some people are unfortunate because they have allergies to dogs and will never be able to enjoy the love, devotion, and companionship a human receives from a pet dog. The symptoms of dog allergies are very similar to the symptoms … Continue reading