Questions to ask a dog breeder
After you've found a possible breeder, here are some good questions to ask:
- Will the breeder help you pick out a dog that matches your ...more
Responsible pet parenting
Did you know that dogs spayed before their first heat cycle almost never get breast cancer? Likewise, did you know that spaying your kitty before she's one year old reduces the risk of mammary cancer by a whopping 90 ...more
Six questions to ask yourself before getting a pet bird
Are you considering getting a pet bird? You wouldn’t be alone – approximately 16 million birds live in 6 percent of U.S. households, according to the American Pet Product Manufacturers ...more
Pets and poison: Help is a phone call away
Many substances can be poisonous to pets. There are a wide variety of items – plants, chemicals, and other substances commonly found in or around our homes – that can be harmful, or even fatal, if ingested by ...more
Preparing your senior dog for a new puppy in the house
Thinking about introducing a new puppy to your senior dog? Consider this scenario: Ellen and Jeff’s Schipperke, Juno, had just celebrated its 13th birthday when Jeff decided they should get a new puppy. Recognizing ...more
