Should Your Dog Wear a Backpack? Have you noticed more and more dogs wearing backpacks lately? More than just a fashion statement, backpacks offer the perfect place to stow water for a long walk and give working breeds a sense of purpose. Although backpacks can be a good choice for your pet, it’s important to consider your dog’s size, temperament,…
Massage Offers Important Benefits for Pets Have you given your pet a massage recently? The hands-on therapy isn’t just for humans but also provides a few benefits for our furry friends. Massage Relieves Aches and Pains Dogs and cats can’t complain about tight muscles, but that doesn’t mean that their muscles aren’t sore after a vigorous session of catch-the-frisbee or…
5 Health Problems That Affect Small Dogs Small dogs usually live longer than larger dogs, but their increased lifespan doesn’t necessarily guarantee good health. In fact, these five conditions and diseases are more likely to occur in smaller dogs. Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome Breathing problems can be an issue in small dogs with short noses and muzzles, such as Shih Tzus,…
How to Help Your Cat Get More Exercise Has your cat turned into a fluffy couch potato? Energetic kittens can quickly become overweight cats if they don’t get enough exercise. Luckily, your feline friend can become more active with a little help from you. Inactivity Increases the Risk of Health Issues Your cat needs regular exercise to keep his or…
Pet Blood Donors: Helping Other Animals in Need Blood transfusions are just as crucial for sick or injured animals as they are for people. Without a ready supply of donated blood, animals may die unnecessarily. Thanks to the generosity of donor pets and their people, animals with severe health conditions or injuries can receive the blood transfusions they need. When…