“Every sixty seconds, an animal is abused.” This is according to the ASPCA. And so, they have designated April as “Prevention of Cruelty to Animals” Month. They have also urged their supporters everywhere to “Go Orange for Animals” to increase public awareness. The...

Their bodies may be imperfect, but their spirit remains intact. So it is said about the special needs dog. Although caring for one can be challenging, more and more people are opening their hearts and their homes and adopting them. For this reason, more and more dogs...

With the arrival of spring comes the arrival of an annoying and possibly fatal pest: the tick. What was once considered a nuisance found only in the wooded countryside has been persistently and increasingly invading cities both large and small triggering the need for...

As dogs change age, cognition and anxiety issues in senior dogs may develop. Because of this, protective pet parents must become proactive pet parents to ensure their cherished companions receive the extra care they require. For senior dogs without a specific disease...

Imagine handing out treats and name tags at the front door of your home for your new dog and your resident pets. Imagine happy munches and friendly woofs (and/or meows) as they blend and bond instantly and forever. Then blink twice and remember that you are living in...

The best protection against this insidious heartworm disease? Prevention. A single bite from a single infected mosquito can cause an otherwise healthy dog to develop heartworm disease and potentially die. A heartworm is a parasitic worm (Dirofilaria immitis) that...

Every pet owner’s worst nightmare is a serious illness or medical emergency and inadequate funds to cover it. With veterinary bills ranging from hundreds to thousands of dollars, what’s a caring but cash-strapped owner to do? If paws-ible, don’t panic. Instead, be...

We have heard it all before, right? Pit Bulls are "dangerous," they are "vicious" by nature, and prone to "attacking" children.  These stereotypes roll off the tongue whenever an incident occurs, but where exactly did these ideas come from? Are Pit Bull bite claims...

American Staffordshire Terriers and American Pit Bull Terriers are the breeds generally known as "Pit Bulls." Whether you just brought home a Pit Bull puppy or have a full-grown adult, every year of their life can bring about new health risks. Personalized Policy for...

We've all been there. Busy life keeps us moving so quickly, and then.... we're out of dog food. Again.  For many of us it can be difficult to check off everything on our to do lists. What's the easiest way to make sure you're not stuck in that pickle again?  Easy! ...