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September is a month of transitions. Family vacations have come and gone, baseball begins to give way to football, and school (and all its activities) becomes the focus for many of us. Outside, the heat of summer is replaced by the cool breezes of autumn and flowers are transitioning into seeds and berries. And our … Read more
Hiking is an extremely popular pet friendly activity and a great way to explore new places when you travel. And seeing wildlife along the trail is a special treat! But it’s important to know how to handle encountering predators during your hike. Hiking is one of our favorite pet friendly activities, and I know … Read more
Dachshunds are prone to several neurologic disorders, including seizures and epilepsy. Earlier this year, My Dachshund Summit’s breeder messaged me and said that one of Summit’s siblings just has a seizure. She was letting me know because the cause can be genetic. I tried not to worry – Summit hadn’t shown any signs and she … Read more
Healthy Paws – Spring/Summer 2023 Read Caption Featured Photo: Nynke Van Holten/shutterstock 1. Feline Facial Does your cat have facial wounds, irritation, or acne? Vetericyn Plus Feline Antimicrobial Facial Therapy is an antibiotic- and steroid-free liquid formula that cleans, soothes, and prevents potential infection. It’s safe if licked or ingested and won’t sting. ($13, vetericyn.com) 2. … Read more
BirdNote® Monk Parakeets: Little Green-Blue Invaders Written by Paula Vilella This is BirdNote. [Monk Parakeet imitating human voice] This bird is saying “I love you so much!” in Spanish. It’s the Monk Parakeet or Argentine Parrot. They’re small birds native to South America that have entertained thousands of households with their charm, intelligence, and ability … Read more
A step-by-step guide on how to adopt a cat — from where to begin looking to what the adoption process entails to how to prepare your home for your new pet.By Tim BarribeauAdopting a cat, especially if they’re your first, can feel like a terrifying jump into an ocean of the unknown. How do you … Read more
Could health conditions and problems be reversed or prevented by using probiotics to rebalance the gut? From birth, we have a mutually beneficial partnership with our friendly gut bacteria. We provide them with shelter and food, and in turn, they keep our bodies healthy and our immune systems in top shape. This kind of relationship … Read more
Feeding Your Kitten – Helpful Kitten Feeding Schedules and Charts Feeding your kitten is all about giving them the right nutrients, in the correct form at the perfect time. No wonder it leaves plenty of new cat owners in spin! The best way to feed your kitten will depend on their developmental stage, breed and … Read more
We tried yesterday to visit the Nekromanteio of Afyra, the very entrance of ancient Greek’s Hades, but the world of the dead was locked up (well, not really for renovation, but for further research at this archeological site, after the height of a tourist season). Still, it is somehow reassuring to know that Hell is … Read more
This post may contain affiliate links. We may earn money or products from the companies mentioned in this post. We raise Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers, two of the mouthiest dogs and they like to chew. It goes without saying that durable dog toys are a must in our household. So what are the toughest … Read more
