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Owners looking to save some money when treating multiple pets with fleas may question their veterinarians' warning not to use dog products to treat cats.
Once you decide to take a plunge and adopt a puppy, one of your most important jobs as a new pet owner is figuring out ways to help your dog adjust to the sights, sounds and sen...
Many public parks have dog walks and bark parks where your puppy can enjoy the great outdoors.[/caption] Your puppy is essentially starting from scratch, so you'll need to introduce him or her to a wide range of situations that your dog may not be too comfortable with from the get-go, but will gradually get used to over time.
Socializing your puppy is a lot easier during the fall when there are a wide variety of festivals and outdoor activities to enjoy. Here are a few autumn activity ideas that could prove to be beneficial.
Fall training classes give your pooch a chance to meet and socialize with other dogs.[/caption] Attend a training class. If your kids are back in school and you have a bit of extra time on your hands, consider joining a training class in your community. This will give your puppy a chance to meet and greet with other dogs in his or her age group, as well as dog owners. This will also allow your puppy to learn the elementary commands like sit, stay and lie down and other dog training basics that you can build on for the future.
Adopting a puppy is an incredibly rewarding experience, but it's your job to introduce your new dog to a wide variety of locales to ensure that he or she will be calm and collected in any situation. With anything, try and make sure it is always a positive experience.
This article is brought to you by the pet behavior experts at Hartz. When it comes to training your dog and cat, our knowledge and experience is guaranteed to make the process easy, smooth and fun!
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One of the highlights of fall is Halloween, which is an enjoyable time for kids and adults, but can be quite dangerous for canines.
If you’re looking for a sustainable and effective alternative to conventional flea and tick preventative, the right natural product could be just what you’re after.
This common tick-borne illness can also affect your pup. Know the signs and keep your best friend happy and healthy.
If your pet is exposed to COVID-19, they can test positive for the virus. However, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says there’s no reason pet owners should be ala...
When pets turn their attention to your plants, make sure they’re not putting their health at risk.
Dogs are great at telling you what they need, if you know what to look for. Between barking and growling and whining and sighing, your pet may be communicating much more than yo...
Ticks can be bad news for pets and their owners. Even if you’re protecting your pet with flea and tick prevention, inspecting these common areas can help keep them healthy and t...
