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March 22, 2021
Pet Poisons 101: Keep Cats & Dogs Safe from Pet Toxins
Pet Poisons 101: Keep Cats & Dogs Safe from Pet Toxins
March is National Poison Prevention Awareness Month, and this is National Poison Prevention Week. I’ve written a LOT about pet poisons. Since pets explore their world with open mouths, licking tongues, and patting paws and claws, they can get sick … Continue reading →
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March 19, 2021
Why Does My Dog Hate Hats, and How to Banish Hat Hate?
Why Does My Dog Hate Hats, and How to Banish Hat Hate?
You love your dog, and he adores you back. But why does your dog hates hats? Our Magical-Dog acted confused and barked at my husband when he wore a hat–until he heard his voice. But Bravo-Dawg didn’t seem to care. … Continue reading →
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March 8, 2021
Rosemont: A Rose Garden Reborn
Rosemont: A Rose Garden Reborn
Once upon a time, over 20 years ago now, I traveled to England on a pet food press tour. In between lectures, we visited many historic sites, and I fell in love with English garden designs and especially the roses. … Continue reading →
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March 6, 2021
Remembering Bravo-Dawg, A Very Good Boy
Remembering Bravo-Dawg, A Very Good Boy
We knew this day would come, but it still rocked us to our soul. Bravo died and earned his angel wings on March 4, 2021 at 4:30 pm, surrounded by his people and with my arms around his failing body. … Continue reading →
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February 12, 2021
Cold Weather Pet Protection
Cold weather pet protection becomes more important this time of year. Here in North Texas we got just a sprinkling of snow so far. But temps this weekend are forecasted to drop. And on Sunday into Monday, we’ll likely get … Continue reading →
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January 1, 2021
Stages of Puppy Development: Birth to Two Years
Stages of Puppy Development: Birth to Two Years
Did you adopt a new baby dog over the holidays? Puppy development is fascinating, and one of the most popular dog topics. We got a new puppy last summer, and even now, I’m learning new things about new puppy development. … Continue reading →
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December 31, 2020
Kitten Litter Box Training: How to Potty Train Cats
Kitten Litter Box Training: How to Potty Train Cats
Did you adopt a new kitten over the holidays? If so, kitten litter box training tops the list for frequently asked questions from new kitten owners. Planning ahead can save cat lovers lots of heartache by preventing litter box problems … Continue reading →
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December 30, 2020
Fear of Fireworks & Thunder? How to Calm Pet Noise Fears
Fear of Fireworks & Thunder? How to Calm Pet Noise Fears
There are several ways to help reduce noise and fireworks fears in dogs and cats.
Behavior help with counter conditioning and desensitization
Happy smells with pheromone therapy
Comfort clothes that snuggle the pet
Muffle the noise
Training & brain games to distract
Antianxiety medications
Learn how you can sooth fireworks and thunder fears in your pets.
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December 28, 2020
2021 New Year Goals–from the Pets
2021 New Year Goals–from the Pets
Each year, rather than making New Year resolutions, I plan for goals—and hope that the journey along the way proves equally rewarding. Rather than say, “lose weight” I instead want to strive for good health. All plans for 2020 sort … Continue reading →
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December 24, 2020
Why Tabby Wears An M–A Christmas #Cats Story
Why Tabby Wears An M–A Christmas #Cats Story
It’s become a tradition on the blog (and in my PETiQuette newspaper column) to share my favorite Christmas cat story this time of the year. This touching legend, included in Complete Kitten Care book, tells the story of a simple Tabby cat, … Continue reading →
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