Category: Dog Health and Behavior

If it's time to leave town, there's a lot you need to do. Pack your bags, do your laundry, book your flights, and more! But before you head out on your adventure, you need to ensure any furry friends living in your home are well-taken care of while you're away. When leaving town, pet owners have two options. Boarding pet facilities are available to provide social and friendly environments for animals. Pet owners may also hire a pet sitter to stay in their home and give their cat or dog personalized care while they are out of town. Choosing between boarding pets or hiring a pet sitter depends on your animal's personal preferences. Keep reading to explore the advantages and disadvantages of each option. Boarding Pet: Pros and Cons Years…

"Are you a dog person or a cat person?" This question is thrown around on almost every first date, and it's actually kind of a good one.  It's hard to say whether we would want a dog or a cat. Maybe our families brought us up with a beloved dog, permanently engraining us as "dog people." Maybe it was the other way around, and you're distinctly a cat person.  This article is for those people who fall somewhere in between. We're going to discuss Dogs vs Cats and why you should consider buying one or the other. Dogs vs Cats: Which is Right for You? If you aren't a person who knows precisely whether they want to own a cat or a dog, you're not alone. It may seem like…

US pet owners spend around $16 billion per year on vet bills.  But, while there are some dog and cat emergencies that require urgent medical attention, there are many vet-approved natural pet remedies that work well for a variety of complaints and conditions.  In fact, natural remedies for cats and dogs are often preferable in some cases. Not only can they help you avoid huge vet bills, they're more accessible for owners, and they don't compromise your pets' delicate systems like harsh antibiotics and other medications.  Here's our pick of the best natural remedies for cats and dogs.  1. Hemp Oil Although it's derived from cannabis, hemp oil isn't psychoactive and is safe and legal for human or animal use. And, when it comes to natural pet remedies, hemp oil is one of the most comprehensive treatments around.  Hemp oil for dogs…

If you're one of the 85 million pet owners in America, then you've probably heard of the CBD oil trend that's sweeping the nation.  CBD oil is a growing health trend for treating health conditions in humans and now it's becoming popular in the world of pet health too. In this article, we'll go over what CBD oil is (and what it's not) as well as the effects and benefits of CBD oil for cats and dogs.  Using cannabis-related products for a medical application is still pretty new in the medical field, regardless of the overwhelmingly positive effects. However, this isn't slowing the trend down at all. Experts report the CBD market to hit $22 billion by 2022. Grab your furry friend and let's find out all about the healing powers behind CBD oil. What is CBD Oil? CBD oil…

Do you live with both cats and dogs? If so, you may sometimes feel that it's raining cats and dogs inside your home--literally! Some dogs love making friends with kitties. But some may not, and we all know that felines can be picky about their companions. Luckily, you don't have to give up Fido or Mittens in order to make things work. There are ways to improve the cat and dog relationship in your home. Keep reading for some great tips. 1. Implement Dog Training Both dogs and cats can be trained. But let's be real: dogs are far easier to train than cats. What's more, dogs may even require foundational training, especially if they are newly adopted or fresh from a litter. If your cat and dog are really having…