Healthy Pets, Healthy Lives !
We are not as helpless in changing the world as we may think. If I told you that you could seriously change the world without much extra effort, would you believe me? Lately, I have been thinking about how ironic, frustrating and strange it is that there are always companies and entities who significantly benefit from the tragedy and misfortune of others. Pfizer made billions from the sales of…
The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals said the practice of leasing pets was believed to have started around 2013, with a Nevada-based company that would transfer its debt to Monterey after the animal was “purchased.” Consumers don’t interact with these companies during the application process, according to the A.S.P.C.A., and the word “lease” is not mentioned in promotional material. “We’ve heard stories about pet stores simply…
How do you choose an Omega-3 oil for dogs? From the outside, sourcing a relatively simple product might seem easy, but sourcing the right and safe Omega-3 is like looking for a needle in a haystack. What are Omega-3 oils? Omega oils are also known as essential fatty acids (EFAs), and can be divided into three main groups: Omega-3, 6 and 9. They are essential because they are vital to…
To keep the lights on, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. Our review process. Does your dog get bored quickly, destructive when not stimulated, or anxious when you’re not at home? As much as we’d love to be able to give our dogs all the attention and mental stimulation they need, we can’t always be on hand to play with them. But we’ve found some clever and…
Since adopting an Australian labradoodle a few months ago, Luke Kanies has felt a little sheepish that his new pet, Westley, doesn’t align with his nonconformist lifestyle. Mr. Kanies stands out as a tech entrepreneur with pierced ears and a mind-set that comes from growing up on a hippie commune. His four-legged companion vanishes in the hordes of “doodle dogs”—canines that are part poodle and part other breeds—that populate the…
Nearly all dogs develop dental problems and stinky breath. Our pet expert offers easy tips for improving your dog’s oral health. Good dental hygiene for dogs goes beyond improving pungent breath. About 80 percent of dogs develop dental disease by age four. That not only affects canine health but also leads to plenty of other problems down the road. And veterinary dentistry procedures hit you in the heart and the pocketbook.…
To keep the lights on, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. Our review process. Do you think your dog is licking his paws too much? Occasional paw licking is a normal part of a dog’s self-grooming routine and isn’t anything to worry about. But what does it mean when dogs lick their paws excessively? If your dog is licking or chewing his paws a lot, this could…
BIENVILLE, La. (KSLA) – The Humane Society of Louisiana (HSL) is thanking a newly-formed animal welfare group, Lengthy Paws, for saving five abandoned dogs and a puppy who was near death from a home in Bienville. HSL officials say they were contacted by a man, who said his brother had been in jail for several days and no one had checked on his dogs. The man believed the dogs were…
To keep the lights on, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. Our review process. As a pet parent, you should strive to provide the nutrition your Beagle needs throughout its life. No matter the breed, dogs’ needs change throughout their years. For that reason, we have researched the best dog foods for each stage of life, giving them complete nutrition while meeting the unique requirements of their…
Media Credit: Danielle Towers | Assistant Photo Editor The market’s rule to keep pups away doesn’t doesn’t stop swarms of people attending each week with their best friends. Location: 1600 20th St. NW Readers’ pick: Dupont farmers market If you’re missing your furry friends from home, take time to fawn over all of the adorable dogs you’ll see at the Dupont Circle farmers market. Every Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to…