As much as we don’t want to acknowledge it or admit it, everything gets old - even our pets. It may be hard to watch your best friend get old and for some of us, we may even be in a bit of denial. But one day you notice they don’t come as quickly as
It is safe to say that everyone has heard about grain-free pet food being a healthier alternative at least once. But is that really true? Is it really healthier for your dog? Grain-free pet food gained popularity as a low-carb alternative for pets. This happened around the time the keto-diet became popular for humans. Dog
Calling all responsible pet owners! June is National Microchipping Month and it’s time to celebrate. Microchips can save lives and reunite pets with their owners in the unfortunate case they are lost. We are going to talk about all the ways the microchips help animals, their owners, and rescue shelters. In addition to that, we
Maintaining a healthy weight is something many people struggle with. Obesity in children and adults has been on the rise for years. Studies have shown that pet obesity is also on the rise. The average weight for a cat has continued to increase over the years as pets gain weight. This gives a whole new
A pet can feel like a member of the family. For most, the loss of a pet can be a very hard and emotional experience. The grieving process after the loss of a pet can be a very hard, emotionally exhausting process. The conversation about death tends to avoided and is considered an overall taboo
The truth of it is that many of us have spent more time at home this past year than we expected to. For some, this meant taking inventory of their life and evaluating what is important and what is not. This has sparked many new healthy habits and improved communication for some people. For others,
With the temperatures dropping below freezing this winter, it is extremely important to keep your pets safe. The Humane Society, American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals ASPCA and Great Plains SPCA all have some great ideas for pet safety as shown below. Know your dog’s limits! Some dogs are more susceptible to
