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March 2013

Common Cat Illnesses and Their Symptoms

by zack on 31 Mar 2013 |

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Despite great interest, there is a lack of common knowledge about cat healthcare. Oftentimes, we’re at a loss when our sick cats seem out of sorts. It can make you feel helpless. Spotting symptoms early will lead to quick treatment, and less overall...

A Few Common Sense Tips for Getting Started with Pets at Home

by zack on 29 Mar 2013 |

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We all want to have some furry and lovable pets at home. But the question is: are we ready to have one? It’s not exactly a walk in the park, (at least not all the time). Because having a pet entails so much responsibility and commitment, first time ...

Top 3 Heroic Dogs

by zack on 26 Mar 2013 |

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We’ve all heard stories of animal bravery. It’s no wonder we refer to dogs as “man’s best friend,” when on numerous occasions we see examples of unbelievable animal valor. Even though we give our pets their due, you can’t ever say or hear enough abou...

Stinky Mutts Need Showers: How to Wash Your Dog

by zack on 23 Mar 2013 |

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So you’ve spent all week wearing your dog out. You’ve been to the park, on long walks, and capped it all off with a muddy trip to a lake. You two have been on the go and keeping active, which is all well and good, but now it’s time to get cleaned up...

Out of Options: Finding a Professional Pet Sitter Part 2

by zack on 17 Mar 2013 |

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We’ll jump right in where we left off in our last post: with the interview process. After you’ve narrowed the field of applicants and checked your potential professional pet sitter’s credentials with a phone screening, reference check, and possibly...

Out of Options: Finding a Professional Pet Sitter Part 1.

by zack on 14 Mar 2013 |

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Sometimes keeping a steady job can be difficult. Especially if you have a pet at home who’s attention starved and lonely. Those ten hour shifts won’t work themselves and if you happen to be living the bachelor(ette) lifestyle it can be an easy thing ...

The Health Benefits of Pet Ownership

by zack on 09 Mar 2013 |

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Everyone hears about how owning a pet can improve their quality of life. However, it’s easy to take such claims with a grain of salt. Perhaps if people knew to a greater degree the benefits of pets, they may just go out and adopt a litter all to them...

Fat Cats and Pudgy Puppies: How to Prevent Pet Obesity

by zack on 06 Mar 2013 |

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Obesity is a big problem for people. It’s an even bigger problem for pets. At least people occasionally have the wherewithal to go see a doctor and make lifestyle changes. Dogs and cats rarely have that luxury. Unfortunately, a lot of folks will tole...

Pets and Babies: A Match Made in Adorable Heaven!

by zack on 03 Mar 2013 |

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Most pet owners know that having a dog or cat around the house can enrich their lives immeasurably. What they might not have heard is that it can be a boon for a bouncing baby as well. Acoording to recent studies, a dog or cat can have a significant ...