Pet parenting isn't always a walk in the park. We're here to help with tips to keep you and your pet happy and healthy.
They call them the dog days of summer for a reason. Heat and humidity are no fun for any of our furry friends, and chances are that on the worst of those 90-degrees-or-higher afternoons, your dog will be sprawled on the coolest tile floor in the house.
While it may be tempting to let your feline roam in the great outdoors and enjoy everything the warm weather has to offer, you may be putting your feline at great risk.
The outdoors is filled with smells and excitement, as well as new dogs to play with and old friends to meet. But the summer is also the worst time for outdoor pets.
It's well known that most dogs love water, and with the heat rising around the country, this blog post will help by providing you with the information necessary to let your pup enjoy water play safely and cool down!
As you prep the grill, hang up those patriotic decorations, and plan where to watch the fireworks, make sure you’re furry one is prepared to have an enjoyable and safe Fourth!
Too much sun can leave your cat or dog feeling not so hot. Protecting your pets from solar dermatitis and skin cancer can keep them healthy and happy.
Heavy rains and big storms are common in the summer months, and this wet weather can actually help fleas thrive.
Regular cat flea treatment is essential to keep your feline friend safe from these disease-bearing insects. However, it's important to consider the safety of your cat and your o...
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...
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.
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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A flea infestation on your dog can result in a very common skin condition called Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD), which can also be called flea bite hypersensitivity, or flea bite...
Cat training can be as simple as making the wrong thing difficult and the right choice easy.
While you have your own feline at home to worry about, you may be starting to notice that the feral cats in your neighborhood could struggle with the onset of winter.
Even seasoned cat owners can be alarmed by aggressive cat behavior.
One of the highlights of fall is Halloween, which is an enjoyable time for kids and adults, but can be quite dangerous for canines.
