Most peanut butter is completely safe for your dog, but some brands add an ingredient called Xylitol that is safe for human consumption but is toxic to dogs. Dog owners need to be diligent about ensuring that the peanut butter they are feeding their furry friends does...
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How to Touch Train Your Dog
There are a lot of tricks you can teach your dog, but this is a great starting point! Touch targeting is exactly what it sounds like- it teaches your dog to touch their nose to something on demand. That might not sound very useful, but think about all the...
How to Teach Your Cat to Fetch!
Fetch isn’t just for dogs anymore! Have you seen those videos of a cat playing fetch and thought that your feline friend would never do that! Some cats do this without any training and develop this behavior on their own. Some of them may only fetch one kind of item,...
Four Simple Tips to Improve Your Dog’s Confidence
If you have a shy or anxious dog, you know how hard it can be to take them out in public! How do you help increase your dog’s confidence with new people, other dogs, or inanimate objects? These are proven methods that are safe to try but keep in mind that they are not...
Take the Stress out of the Vet’s Office!
Vet's offices can be scary! Going to the vet can be very stressful for your pet. There's a lot of new smells, cold tables, and many strange animals. Being exposed to all these stimulants can be pretty intimidating! Can you blame them for being overstimulated? There...
Calming Your Anxious Pets
Everyone gets anxious, even your pets! Many different things can be stressful for your pet. New situations, new people, or any disorder can make your pet uncomfortable. You want your pet to feel safe and comfortable wherever they are! Here is a list of ideas to calm...
Tips for Keeping Your Pets Safe This Halloween!
Halloween is a fun holiday for everyone in the family, but it can require some extra precautions for your four-legged friends. After all, bizarre strangers are going to be at their door all night! They may not fully understand what’s going on, and confusion often...
Pet Costume Safety!
Are you considering dressing your pet up for Halloween? There are a few things to think about before you commit to such an adorable decision! Nobody can deny how precious pets look dressed up, but it isn’t for every pet! Some tolerate it a lot better than others....
Keep Your Pets Safe This Autumn
We know you may be excited about pumpkin, cozy sweaters, and the upcoming holiday preparations, but there are some little things you should keep in mind. Some of them may be more relevant to your family as well, but it’s always good to review some autumn-specific...
Litter Box Training Tips
Is your kitty not using the litter? Maybe this is why! If your cat isn’t using the litter box, there could be several reasons for it. Before you worry too much, try changing some of these things to see if it encourages your cat to use the litter box. There are a lot...
A Pet’s Guide to Candy
We all love candy, and as usual, our pets want whatever we’re eating. You’ll want to be especially careful with your dogs. They tend to be a little less picky about what they eat than cats. Though, that doesn’t mean you can relax around your kitty. It’s best to be...
Does My Pet Have Allergies?
Does your pet have allergies? Unfortunately, we can’t just ask our furry friends how they feel. Figuring out if your cat or dog is having an allergic reaction to something isn’t very simple. Watch out for signs like rashes, itching, diarrhea, etc. Most pet allergies...