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Training is an essential part of being a responsible dog owner, whether you want your canine companion to learn basic manners, show off with tricks, take top place in shows, or perform useful functions. Gestures can be a great way to issue commands, and it is easier than many dog lovers realize to use gestures for dog training with fantastic results. Why Use Gestures? While voice commands are the most common way many dog owners interact with their pets, gestures can be even more practical for dog training. Gestures are ideal when… The situation is noisy and your dog can...

Just like humans, our furry friends deserve to enjoy the benefits of good oral health. Dental care is a crucial aspect of pet ownership that is often overlooked. In this blog, we'll explore the importance of maintaining your pet's dental hygiene and provide practical tips to ensure your pets have healthy smiles and happy tails. Understanding the Importance of Pet Dental Health: Dental health is integral to your pet's overall well-being. Dental issues can lead to pain, difficulty eating, and even systemic health problems. We'll delve into the reasons why prioritizing your pet's oral health is a key component of...

Holiday travel is naturally chaotic, and it can be even crazier if your pets are coming along on the trip. If you pack the proper pet essentials, however, your travel plans can go more smoothly. These holiday travel must-haves can help you pack along your pets with ease. Before You Make Your Travel Plans Before you pack a bag for your pet, it is important to verify that the animal will be welcome wherever you are traveling for the holiday. While your dog, cat, or other animal may be a treasured member of your family, more distant relatives and friends...

Adjusting to a new home can be stressful for any pet, with new sounds and smells, unfamiliar people, a different diet, new schedules and more to learn. When holidays come around, sudden changes – houseguests and visitors, decorations, rearranged furniture, busier schedules, etc. – can be even more disorienting. Fortunately, there are easy ways you can celebrate a holiday with pets to help any furred, feathered or scaled family member acclimate to all those changes without trouble. Safety First No matter what your preparations may be for any holiday, always keep your pet's safety in mind. Holiday decorations with extra...

While the coming of winter does mean cozy nights by the fire and hot cocoa, there is no doubt that the switch to life indoors can, at times, be a bit stifling. If you are feeling bouts of excess energy during these months, odds are, so are your pets! Like you, your pets daily routine changes in the winter, and so must the activities that keep them busy. While some pets (such as Bernese Mountain dogs or Huskies) are born to live in a snowy environment, many pets are not. Leaving your dog or cat outside for the full day...