Every day, more and more companies make the decision to allow employees to bring their dogs to work. For millennials in particular, a dog-friendly workplace can be a huge “perk.” But if you’re lucky enough to work in a dog-friendly office, how can you make sure your dog isn’t wearing out her welcome? (Hint: If […]
Downloadable Dog and Cat Vaccination Schedules
Vaccinating your pet is one of your most important responsibilities as a pet owner. Whether you own a cat or a dog, an indoor pet or an outdoor pet, vaccinations can save lives. It’s important to talk to your vet about which vaccinations are right for your pet. Not all animals need every available vaccine! […]
Can I Make My Cat Cough Up Fewer Hairballs?
Hairballs are one of the worst byproducts of cats. They’re sticky. They’re unappetizing. They’re loud. (Well, they are when they’re on the way up.) Is there anything you can do to help your cat cough up fewer hairballs? First, the Facts About Hairballs Hairballs are – for the most part – not dangerous. In particularly severe […]
9 Ways to Show Your Dog You Love Him (That Aren’t Treats)
You love your dog. Your dog loves…treats. It’s a scientific fact! But too many treats can make your dog fat. Overweight dogs aren’t healthy dogs, and the best way you can love your pooch is to keep him fit, active, and content. With that in mind, here are nine ways to show your dog you […]
The Best Cat Cafes in New York (Updated for 2018)
A few short years ago, the term Cat Cafe didn’t mean much. Was it a latte with the image of a cat made out of foam? A tiny table and chair set in your dining room where your cat could eat? Today, everyone’s heard of a cat cafe. New York is, of course, the epicenter of […]
So, Your Pet Has Fleas…Now What?
Having your pet diagnosed with fleas is never pleasant. There’s the itching, the scratching, the welts, and that perpetual feeling of, “Is there a flea crawling on me?” Now that you’ve gotten an official diagnosis from your vet, it’s time for the hard (but not too hard!) work to begin. Identifying and treating fleas are […]
How to Tell if Your Cat is Dehydrated
Cats are stoic. They’re not as dramatic as dogs or even as us humans when something’s bothering them which is why it can be hard to tell when they’re dehydrated. Make no mistake: Dehydration can be a serious problem for a cat. Cat Dehydration: The Basics Dehydration is, quite simply, a situation in which the […]
Myths and Misconceptions Around Immunizing Your Dog
Vaccinations have become somewhat of a controversial topic. It seems like everywhere you go, someone has their own well-formed opinion about the best way to vaccinate a dog. But who should you listen to? The answer, of course, is your vet. Veterinarians are highly trained and they stay up-to-date on the latest developments and discoveries. […]
How to Help a Housebound Senior with a Dog
Owning a dog provides myriad benefits for senior citizens. For seniors, as little as 15 minutes of interacting with a pet can set off a series of chemical reactions in the brain that improve serotonin levels and lower cortisol to boot. Over 25,000,000 Baby Boomers own pets! You probably already know a senior who owns […]
4 Ways to Get Your Cat to Stop Eating Your Houseplants
Cats have an annoying habit of eating houseplants. And they never eat the gross, shriveled ones that are on their last legs. No, if you shelled out big bucks for a Fiddle Leaf Fig? You can bet your cat’s going to try to scale that thing to eat the leaves as soon as you bring […]