How to help your dog lose weight in the winter
Learn ways to keep your pet active (or help your dog lose weight), even when the weather is cold.
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Do horses get allergies?
Just like humans, cats, and dogs, horses can also suffer from allergies. Allergic reactions can occur in response to insects, medications, food, and environmental factors. An allergic reaction can look like a breakout of hives, rashes, itching, and/or hair loss. If your horse is allergic to something that was inhaled, your horse may start coughing, […]
Cold safety tips to prevent pupsicles and chilly kitties this winter
If your pet needs to make a trip outside for work, potty, or play, do what you can to limit their time outdoors in the extreme cold. Also take into consideration your dog’s breed, typical environment, and other environmental factors.
To blanket or not to blanket? That’s a good cold-weather question
Primary considerations in horse blanketing are hair coat and environmental temperature. Here is some information that will assist you in making the right blanketing decision for your horse.
Back-to-school time can trigger separation anxiety in pets
Each year, “back to school” means lots of changes in humans’ – and animals’ – schedules. Parents are excited for the return to routine, and kids might be dreading it, but sometimes we forget about our pets.
Emergency preparedness helps animals during wildfires
Preparing for your pets’ welfare in an emergency will help first responders, evacuation groups and emergency animal shelters better care for the animals, and will give you peace of mind.
Summertime sun and sounds can be painful for pets
The very ingredients of summertime fun for people often cause anxiety, fear and illness in pets. It’s important for owners to understand summertime hazards for pets and to take steps that will help keep companion animals safe, healthy and happy.
Fall allergy woes affect our furry friends, too
Do you suffer from seasonal or year-round allergies? You might be surprised to learn that pets often do, too.