Road Trips With Your Dog
The iconic image of a road trip with a dog brings to mind a drooling Basset Hound with its head waving out the window and the wind whipping at its face. What…
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Devoted pet owner and now, devoted pet editor, Judi worked in traditional offices, keeping the books and the day-to-day operations organized. Taking her dog to work every day for over a decade never seemed odd. Neither did having an office cat. She knows what it's like to train a new puppy and she's experienced the heartache of losing beloved companions. Retired, she currently lives with her spoiled dog and four chickens (who are, interestingly enough, also spoiled).
ALPHA DOGS
(Washington, D.C. – January 11, 2013) They hail from Europe, and respond to commands in their native tongue; they are members of every branch of the military, the Secret Service and law…
NC Veterinary Medical Association Releases Podcast on Rescue Pets
Raleigh, NC, January 30, 2013 –(PR.com)– The North Carolina Veterinary Medical Association (www.ncvma.org) has announced the release of a podcast discussing the adoption and handling of rescue pets. Dr. Chessie Green, D.V.M., a veterinarian at Falls Village Veterinary Hospital in Raleigh and immediate past president of NCVMA, provides advice on proper adoption procedures and care of rescue pets. She discusses ways to ensure that new owners receive the correct medical history for their rescue pet, as well as what further medical steps an owner should take after adoption. In the podcast, Dr. Green identifies the major differences between adopting a rescue pet and buying one from a breeder. She includes explanations of psychological problems often faced by rescue pets and how owners can help pets overcome these challenges. The podcast is available to download.
5 Reasons to Check a Breeder’s Reputation Before Buying a Pet
by Sandi Lilly If you’ve decided it’s time to purchase a furry friend, be sure to do your due diligence. Purchasing an animal from a disreputable breeder may mean that you end…
2013 Pet-Sitting Industry Forecast
King, NC (PRWEB) January 14, 2013 A new e-book released by Pet Sitters International (PSI) this month highlights the growth of the in-home pet-care industry and shares encouraging industry data for pet-loving…
Financing Pet Expenses: Tips on Saving Big and Budgeting Smart
by Angie Picardo All pet owners know that the cost of keeping our pets safe, happy and comfortable comes with a price. Financing pet expenses can be a daunting task, and effectively…
Podcast Discussing How to Improve Listening Habits in Dogs
Raleigh, NC, January 12, 2013 –(PR.com)– Angel Wasserman, dog behavior consultant and owner of Paws in Training, Inc., a group of dog training and behavior specialists, has announced the release of a…
Preventing Mange in Your Dog
by Chris Onyett The word “mange” has its roots in old French from the term “mangeue”. This has since been shortened to “mange”, meaning “eating” or “to eat”. The behavior generally associated…
Wordless Wednesday – Look Alikes
Photo courtesy of Cats That Look Like Pinup Girls on Tumblr. Submit your pet picture for inclusion here: Just Send an email to admin@petsblogs.com with the words Wordless Wednesday as the subject…
Lucky LA Pet Owners
Pet owners can be found in the suburbs, country and the city. Each location has its pro’s and con’s. We all adapt to the area we live and learn how to live…