Does My Dog Need Another Dog?
Do you ever worry that your dog might be lonely for some canine companionship? Maybe you can’t spend as much time at home as you did before. Or perhaps you’ve recently lost an older dog. How do you know if your current dog would really love or really hate another pooch in the house? First, …
Adventures in the Wild: Proper PETiquette in National Parks
There’s nothing like exploring a national park, with miles of pristine, picture-postcard wilderness, to jump-start your soul. It’s where Wi-Fi and texts are replaced by majestic geysers and the cries of red-tailed hawks. Of course, who better to nap in the tent with than your canine companion? If you plan on taking your pet to …
Why Do Cats Need to Knead?
For some cats, kneading seems like the pinnacle of Zen contentment. They close their eyes and rhythmically press one paw, then the other, often extending and releasing their nails at the same time. In this meditative state, they may drool slightly or rev up their purring engine to the loudest setting. But what’s behind this …
Pack Your Beach Towel and Your Best Friend, Too
Whether you’re boating, swimming, dock diving or just sailing a Frisbee on the beach, chances are, your dog wants to share in the fun. And why not? With a few precautions to help keep your dog safe, everyone can get their paws wet at the beach: Check the water conditions — When your dog plunges …
Science Uncovers a Healthy Reason for Cats to Experience Catnip
Catnip can create feelings of euphoria in cats. Or so it would seem: Many cats like to roll in it, as if writhing to the soundtrack of In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida. Most rub their faces in it, then sniff, lick and gnaw at it. A few take off in a burst of energy and ricochet around the room. …
Road Trip! RV Life with Pets
Some people travel with garden gnomes, posting photos at famous landmarks. But we’re guessing snapshots of your dog or cat in front of an alien spaceship in Roswell, New Mexico, would garner a lot more attention. Isn’t it time to indulge your pent-up wanderlust, load up the recreational vehicle with pets, then hit the road? …
Good Neighbors: 9 Dog Breeds That Are Perfect for Apartment Living
Who says you need a fenced-in yard before you can adopt a dog? There are plenty of dogs in apartments that adore the lifestyle as much as you do. All they need is a short walk and plenty of time to loll on the couch with you. But not every dog breed will feel at …
Good Neighbors: House Training Your Pup, Apartment Style
In general, it’s always best to house train any dog to “go potty” outdoors, especially if it’s a larger dog. However, there are times when dogs can be trained to do their business in the appropriate place indoors. This is a handy skill for smaller dogs or if you live in a high rise, can’t …
6 Tips to Stop Your Pet’s Begging
Big holiday dinners have enough stress without your pet staging theatrics under the table. You know the schtick: the forlorn, puppy-dog eyes. The whimper. The fidgety tap-dance with the front paws. A pool of drool on the floor for good measure. The barking. And when all else fails, the futile attempt to paw a bowl …
Good Neighbors: Make Your Pet the Tenant Everyone Loves
Good fences, they say, make good neighbors. But when residents are in closer proximity, with a simple wall for separation, good pets are what really matter. Making sure your apartment dog or cat is quiet and well behaved can go a long way to creating friendly, peaceful relationships with the folks next door. Here are …