Owning a pet fish is relaxing and also serves as an additional decorative element into your living space. There are lots of fish species to choose from as a pet. Some people prefer smaller varieties while others opt for the bigger ones. No matter what type you like, it is important to know how to take care of your pet fish properly so it stays healthy, happy, and live a long life.
Carnivorous fishes are another popular variety of pet fish. These fishes prefer a protein-rich diet such as crustaceans, insects, and even smaller fish. Some prefer live feed while others do well with dried and other preparations. If you have a carnivorous fish as a pet, here are some things you need to keep in mind to take care of your pet properly.
The main things that set carnivorous fish apart from other fish types is its diet. Carnivorous fishes love to feed on live food such as small feeder fish, bloodworms, snails, mealworms, brine shrimp, and many more. Some carnivore fish are choosy and prefer live feed.On the other hand, there are lots that prefer frozen or dried feed.
If finding live food for your fish is difficult, you can also feed your pet with pellets or flakes that are specially formulated for carnivore fishes.When feeding live food, it is important to consider the source since it could bring in harmful microorganisms into your tank and make the fish sick. Shop only from reliable sources for live fish food like this best mealworms for sale online.
When you have a carnivorous fish as a pet, you need to carefully consider its tank mates if you’re planning to mix it with other fishes. Some carnivorous fish would eat other tank mates especially when they are really small enough.
However, there are also some carnivorous fish that can live peacefully with other fishes. Do your research first to know if the fish you want can be placed in a community tank or not. If you’re not sure, you can also ask the fish shop staff for advice on which fish species go well together.
Just like other fishes, you also need to consider the tank environment when taking care of a carnivorous fish. Aside from regular aquarium décor and accessories, be sure to put some rocks with complexes inside since some of these fish’s love hiding or resting inside an underwater rock complex. Other species also love perching on top of huge rocks. When you provide the right environment for your pet fish, you can be sure that it would be comfortable and won’t be bored in the tank.
When you hear carnivorous fish, the first thing that comes to mind are aggressive and hard to keep fishes. However, there are a lot of species that aren’t really aggressive and are easy to care for perfect for beginners in fish ownership. Be sure to choose the type of fish that suits you best and learn more on how to take care of it properly before getting one.


Here you will find some hygiene and pets worksheets for kids divided into three levels.
The objectives of the activities on worksheets are:
- Make children aware that pets can transmit diseases.
- Draw attention to the risks involved when touching, or receiving a wound from, an animal.
- Introduce basic hygiene practices with pets in the home.
Main messages for these worksheets:
- Never play with an animal you don’t know. It may be covered in germs, which could make you or your family ill.
- It is great to have a pet in the home, but don’t forget to bath it (unless it’s a fish…) and regularly clean feeding bowls, litter trays, toys and personal objects to prevent germs from spreading.
- When playing with an animal, even your own, always wash your hands afterwards!
- Some people are more sensitive to allergens carried by animals: the sick, the elderly, pregnant women and babies.
- Visit a pet shop, kennels, an animal sanctuary, etc.
- Look under the microscope at animal hairs or feathers and micro-organisms found on them.
- Review the most common zoonoses.
- Search some key words on the Internet, e.g. zoonosis, parasites, pets.
- Carry out a survey of the variety of pets. Invite a vet to the classroom to talk about hygiene and animals
- Make a study of the various animals that roam our towns such as birds, dogs, cats, rodents, members of the weasel family, etc.
- Build a terrarium, vivarium or cage. Keep some animals as pets.
Important note: All worksheets and activities’ overviews are taken from http://www.hygiene-educ.com .None found.


If you are making arrangements to travel in to the UK, then PBS can assist with the following:
If you require prices for customs clearance and/ or any additional services, please contact our Pet Imports department:
e-mail: firstname.lastname@example.org or +44 (0)1293 551140 option 1, then option 1
Travelling in to the UK with United Airlines
We are the official clearance agents for United Airlines and we will need you to contact us well in advance of your pet’s arrival, so that we can pre-arrange customs clearance. We will need:
We will also need a completed c5 form & Pet Information form (to be stamped by your vet) and if your pet has a blue EU Pet Passport, you must also complete the Declaration Letter
If your pet is arriving in to London Heathrow on United Airlines, you can collect from the Animal Reception Centre:
Tel: +44 (0)208 745 7894
Usually pets are ready for collection (Customs and DEFRA permitting) 3 – 4 hours after flight arrival, providing all documentation is correct.
If your pet is arriving in to Manchester on United Airlines you can collect from Servisair cargo:
World Freight Terminal
Tel: +44 (0)161 499 6700
Usually pets are ready for collection (Customs and DEFRA permitting) around 90 minutes after flight arrival.


The French Bulldog is unarguably one of the most popular dog breeds and is certainly cherished by our family. We couldn’t imagine our lives without these little love-bugs, but we caution those interested in the breed to not enter into the decision of adding a Frenchie puppy to your family lightly. It is obvious that human selection has shaped the characteristics of the breed. Since the mid-1800’s breeders have selected hard for the compact, muscular build, the endearing bat ears and that sweet ‘squished’ face. Unfortunately, as is the case with most purebred breeds, in our quest for specific physical attributes selective breeding has created issues that have become common in the breed.
As breeders, the responsibility to the puppies we bring into this world weighs heavy on our hearts and we do everything in our power to breed healthy, happy, well-socialized puppies that will go into their new homes and thrive. With that said, we caution prospective owners to take into consideration the possible health concerns associated with the breed; elongated soft pallet, allergies, small or collapsed nostrils, uneven bite, loose hips and/or knees and umbilical/inguinal hernias.
In addition, the other big consideration when deciding if this is the right breed for you is their temperature sensitivity. Because of the shortened nasal passage they are not able to efficiently regulate the temperature of the air they breath, resulting in dogs that easily overheat and ultimately will heat stroke, which could lead to death, if left outside for too long in the heat. Although there will be variations in temperature sensitivity from one Frenchie to the next they should not be allowed outside in temperatures above 85 degrees for more than ten minutes. The rule in our home during the summer months is that when the dogs are let outside one of us goes outside with them. It is too easy to let them out and get distracted and forget about them.


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Dr. Michael Ryan Farmer opened EaDo Vet Clinic at 2704 Polk Street in January of 2018. A practicing veterinarian since 2012, Dr. Farmer loves the location of his business because he says it feels like a small town, but with easy access to the amenities and excitement of Downtown Houston.
His patients (and their humans) love his down-to-earth approach, his willingness to explain things in a way that’s easy to understand, and his consistently thoughtful and compassionate care.
This holiday season, he has some tips on keeping your furry family members safe, healthy and happy.
Plants and Decor
If you have a live Christmas tree, make sure you have ways to keep your animals from drinking the water at the base of the tree stand. Also, make sure any glass or fragile ornaments are strategically placed to prevent them from falling and breaking (and injuring you or your pets), or skip those altogether.
Note that seasonal plants like mistletoe and holly can be toxic if ingested by your pets.
Dr. Farmer notices more patients around this time of year with tummy problems like vomiting or diarrhea, likely due to access to higher fat foods from holiday gatherings, chocolate and even alcohol. This can sometimes lead to a serious (and expensive-to-treat) condition called pancreatitis, which can be fatal. To keep your pets safe and happy, don’t share your table scraps, and make sure food and alcohol is inaccessible to pets that could jump onto counters.
The holidays are a time for gathering, and though some pets crave the friendly attention of guests, others get stressed out by crowds and unfamiliar people. If you plan to host a holiday party, consider the best option for your pets. If you can’t find a pet sitter, Dr. Farmer suggests keeping pets (and guests) safe by finding a quiet, secluded space.
If you’re interested in learning more from Dr. Farmer, check out the Eado Vet Clinic 1st Annual Christmas Party on Saturday, December 15!


Thursday, August 22, 2013
That may sound like a pretty simple story, but it isn't. First of all, I found her in the crawlspace under the house. The sealed crawlspace... Haven't a clue how she got in there.
I had heard a cat crying on and off for a few days. My neighbor lets her cat out on a leash and it meows sometimes. But this sounded more urgent. Then I thought I heard it in the back yard, but didn't see anything. Finally on Sunday, I heard it again. Insistent. I stood on the porch and listened. It was coming from the vents under the house.
With the help of a skinny, non-claustrophobic neighbor, she was rescued.
I have no idea how long she was under there. She's emaciated. The vet said she thought the kitten was stunted. And that the ear mites, worms, fleas, etc. were sapping her energy. Oh yes, and the broken leg, too.
Of course we kept her. Who can say no to a hurt kitten? Her name is Bertie.
The first couple days Bertie was happy to lie in her box, eat and sleep and cuddle. Now she's feeling better. Now she wants to investigate. Maybe even play with those really big cats. But she is supposed to be confined until the leg heals.
A bored kitten can really be a handful!


Each year, domestic pets and their owners go to the veterinarian, both for precautionary family pet health care and also to deal with accidental injuries and ailments. Proper at-home treatment may prevent small problems from turning out to be more serious types. For instance, proper medical procedures such as for example keeping small wounds clean and applying antiseptic ointment might help prevent attacks.
Some complications could be detected-and treated-early by analyzing your pet every week for lumps, bumps and pores and skin irritations.
Regular bathing and grooming aids in preventing many pores and skin irritations and decreases the opportunity of contamination. Upset stomachs could be prevented by not really nourishing table scraps to canines. Regular cleaning can prevent hairballs in pet cats. Proper excess weight control and a well balanced diet plan can lower the occurrence of diabetes and swelling of the digestive tract.
Regardless of how careful owners are, you will see times when domestic pets have to go to the veterinarian.
Presently, there are a lot more than 61 million canines and 68 million pet cats in U.S. households. Increasingly more owners consider their domestic pets area of the family members. As responsible owners, they easily consider veterinary look after their sick or injured family. Many remedies for pet disease and damage have become extremely sophisticated. Much more serious conditions such as for example broken bone fragments or malignancy can price hundreds and even thousands, particularly when the solutions of a veterinary professional are required.”Due to the fact 61 percent of pet owners consider their domestic pets towards the veterinarian several times each year, it really will make economic feeling to insure dogs and cats,” said Jack port L. Stephens, DVM, creator and ceo of Veterinary Family pet Insurance.
Stephens founded the business in order that”dogs and cats can live much longer, healthier lives despite financial elements.”
From minimal complications to life-threatening circumstances, Veterinary Family pet Insurance makes required treatment and high-tech remedies less expensive.
Guidelines cover cats and dogs from eight weeks old and older. There is absolutely no top age group limit.
Prices for cats and dogs derive from species, age group of your pet, geographic area and the program type selected. Parrots are covered from 90 days old and should be in the owner’s ownership for at the least 60 days. Prices derive from how big is the parrot. Rabbits and additional exotic domestic pets should be in the owner’s ownership for 60 times to qualify for protection.
Prices for exotics derive from the sort of family pet covered. The insurance will pay for workplace calls, prescriptions, remedies, lab charges, x-rays, medical procedures and hospitalization for protected medical complications.
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Here is my morning(so far).
My wife has cancer in her leg. My VERY OLD ferret, Mr. Sebastian the Ferret, has cancer and it is time to have him humanely Euthanized. He is not the mischievous, curious little booger he once was. He has lost his fur, and is having a hard time eating. For the first time yesterday he snipped at me, I think he is hurting. It’s time.
So this morning I go to work, get back at 8am and call Miss Wifey Thang to see where she is. She tells me that our cat Chuck “Ghost” Norris is bleeding bright red blood from his rear. I take him to the vet as soon as I get in, luckily he only has a bladder infection which is common in male cats according to the doctor.
But, I mean, what next? Geez give me a break already. I am tired of illnesses.


I’m gonna let the cat out of the bag. Eufy advertises its Pet Camera as a dog camera, with features like Doggy Diary and bark alerts. I don’t own a dog. I used it to spy on my two cats while on vacation and on nights out, luring them into view with the promise of treats.
It detected them just fine, even if it did refer to them as dogs. If my cats could read, they wouldn’t like that. I really don’t know why Eufy didn’t just use the catchall term pet instead of “dog” to be more inclusive, but it doesn’t really matter. This is an excellent way to keep an eye on your fluffy friends when they’re home alone.
In for a Treat
This pet camera is just as capable and easy to control as Eufy’s other security cameras, any of which you can use to monitor your pets. But this one, like other specific pet cameras, has features designed for our furry friends.
The biggest reason to spring for one of these is that they can dispense treats when you’re not home. Just fill the reservoir with treats and use the app on your phone to shoot them while you’re away. With Eufy’s model, dispensing is more like slingshotting them across the room, so keep that in mind when choosing between the three levels of ejection intensity—I have accidentally launched them directly onto my cat’s chest, though this didn’t deter my food-motivated felines from sitting in front of the camera and waiting for treats.
When I pulled the Eufy Pet Camera out of the closet before I went on vacation, a few months after I first used it, my cat Huxley immediately recognized it and assumed his position in front of it. His eagerness got the best of his sister Eely-Rue too, which meant I frequently got up-close views of both my cats as they inspected the treat hole in the body of the camera.
The camera has an anti-clog design to keep treats flinging, and I didn’t have any issue with them getting stuck. Eufy says you should use treats between 6 and 16 millimeters in size, and it doesn’t recommend breaking apart larger treats. For cat treats, that’s no issue, but if you have a larger dog who loves something like a Milk-Bone, you may need to find something smaller.
It holds a good amount of treats—after four days away, it was only about a quarter empty. Naturally, you’re only giving a few treats per day, not a full meal. The reservoir measures just over 4 inches tall, while the entire camera body sits about 9.5 inches tall. It’s a big boi that won’t blend as easily into your bookshelf as other cameras might.
The treat holder comes out easily and can go right in the dishwasher (insert praying hands emoji here). The lid seals tightly, so a rambunctious dog shouldn’t be able to crack it open and devour them all. You’d need a really strong, determined dog to knock it over hard enough in just the right way.


Regardless of the relationship between a dog and a human, all existing relationships require the same things to thrive. Indeed, books about improving your relationship with a partner, child, or friend offer similar advice to guides about bonding with your dog. The following tips will help you build a better relationship with your dog.
Put your relationship with your dog first.
Dogs, like humans, strongly desire to be part of a group. Relationships are incredibly crucial for social animals. With a good relationship with your pet, your dog is motivated to be your companion and is willing to try different pet supplies in Singapore. Remember that a good relationship is mutually beneficial, allowing both parties some level of influence. When walking your dog on a leash, the effects of a reciprocal connection, or lack thereof, become abundantly clear. While walking together, it’s difficult when one of you drags the other along for the ride.
However, when you and your dog are in sync -the walk becomes effortless and enjoyable. The difference is conspicuous – people have designed leashes that allow you to hold one end while your dog holds the other, giving both a sense of connection and control. Think of leash-walking as a microcosm of your everyday life with your dog. Because dogs are obligated to live in the human world, man is the primary leader, but that doesn’t mean men should be dictators. Connection, rather than direction, is the source of influence in the world.
Put some love when preparing their food.
Preparing nutritious food for your dog shows them how much you care by gaining their trust and heart. You have the option of cooking for your dog, buying pet supplements in Singapore or simply focusing on providing the best nutrition in the most delectable form possible.
Look at your pet with eyes of love.
The way you see things affects how you respond to them. A dog that shreds paper towels as a form of revenge for being left alone in the house is likely to make you angry. To understand why a dog shreds paper towels when you’re not around is to realise that it’s a way for them to deal with the fact that they miss you. Remember that your pet’s life is at stake if you don’t take care of him. He wouldn’t do anything just to aggravate or frustrate you. If he upsets you because you find it hard to apply flea and tick spray, try to look at the situation through his eyes, the same eyes that adore you so much.
Try to understand your dog.
An understanding of the other person’s perspective is essential in any successful relationship. Your dog already spends a lot of time trying to understand you, analysing your habits, moods and preferences. Learn as much as you can about dogs in general to show your dog the same courtesy.
What hues are they able to perceive? What is the mechanism behind their extraordinary ability to detect smells? What kinds of feelings do they appear to be experiencing? Learn all you can about your dog by spending time with him. What does he enjoy eating the most? What pet games does he like to play? Is he a lazy couch potato or a rambunctious herder? What do you think his biggest fears are? Is it flea and tick spray? To know is to love, and he’s known this about you for quite some time.
Help your dog learn.
When a dog learns that sitting when his owner sits helps keep the group on track and makes his owner happy, learning can be a social and internally motivated process. Internally motivated training is better for dogs because it allows them to form strong bonds with their instructors and to exert some control over their surroundings, both of which are essential for their mental health. Internally motivated learning in dogs also benefits you because it necessitates less attention from you and gives your dogs more latitude in determining what is and is not acceptable behaviour.
An intelligent dog that knows how to sit on command requires more management and direction than a dog that has figured out that it is best to remain still and quiet when its owner is still and quiet. Your dog will learn to control his behaviour if you allow him to observe and synchronise with you, and he will do so most of the time. Dogs who have been taught to self-direct are more likely to comply when you ask them to behave while you give them pet supplements in Singapore.
Pet your dog.
Grooming and petting shelter dogs with pet supplies in Singapore have been shown to reduce stress, as measured by heart rate and the stress hormone cortisol, as well as an increase in the anti-stress hormone oxytocin. In light of this, researchers have concluded that physical contact plays a role in strengthening the bond between humans and dogs.
Teach your dog to trust you.
Studies have shown that dogs form attachments to their primary caregivers in a similar way to how preverbal children do. Your dog’s bond with you must be strong. Many of the behavioural issues that plague dogs who lack a secure attachment to their owners are rooted in anxiety. You can strengthen your dog’s bond with you by consistently meeting his needs and never making him feel as if he has to earn your love or care. Give him what he wants if he asks for it, whether it’s attention or affection. Instead of rewarding him for doing what you want him to do, give him treats as a token of your love and affection.
Teach your dog good behaviour.
More freedom is given to well-behaved dogs because of their training. If they respond to your commands, they will be allowed to spend more time off-leash. If they don’t want to eat, they can still be present during meals. Training also reduces frustration because when you ask your dog to do something they’ve been taught to do, they know exactly what you’re asking them to do.
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Tried and True Tips
Ensure that your pet bird is in good health. Changing a bird’s diet can be stressful, even if changing the diet will help his condition. Since birds are masters of hiding their illnesses, the stress incurred during a diet change can catapult the bird into a worse condition.There are many methods to convert parrots to a new diet.
The success of one method over the other depends on the number of birds, the compliance level of the owner, and most importantly, the consistency of the caretaker. Usually a diet change is necessary to prevent malnutrition in parrots, and a veterinarian is usually the instrumental party to a bird’s diet change. Here are some suggestions to get your birds on a healthier diet!
A simple and safe way to convert most pets to a better diet is to start by cleaning the cage each evening, and leaving ONLY Tropican in the feeders (you may sprinkle some on the floor or place a small dish on the floor as well). The following day (usually mid morning to start with), add some of the birds regular food on top of the Tropican. Birds that like fruits and vegetables should have the dry Tropican sprinkled right in with favorite items such as oranges and fresh cut corn. Some birds will start on this moistened form more easily. Sprinkling seed kernel such as shelled sunflower on Tropican will also help some parrots get the idea (i.e. you don’t have to take a shell off all foods!).
Every evening, all of the remaining food should be removed and replaced with fresh Tropican. Seed may be added later on the following day. (As long as seed is provided sooner or later each day, safety is maintained). Most birds are powerfully motivated to search for food each morning and sample Tropican within a few days. You can tell when your pet is eating the new food as their droppings will become a paler color and Tropican will usually be found in the water dish.
Once your pet is eating the Tropican well, keep seed OUT of the cage. Seed can still be given of course, but as a treat fed by hand. Feeding high water content items such as oranges, fresh corn, green peppers, spinach, broccoli, and berries will not unbalance the Tropican diet significantly as the majority of calories will still be taken in from Tropican.
Your bird is sure to enjoy an improvement in feather quality and overall health on such a modern diet. Just ask your pet retailer or avian veterinarian!
Every Other Day Method
Since birds are creatures of habit, they will usually look to their dish for their favorite foods. The owner should place only the new diet, Tropican, in that very dish. In a separate dish, on alternate days, offer the old diet. Always keep Tropican in the bird’s regular food dish. Once the bird is accustomed to the Tropican and the owner can observe the bird consuming the Tropican, the old diet can then be given every two days, then every three days and so on. This method of conversion usually takes about two weeks. If the attempt to convert a bird to Tropican fails, continue with the old diet for two weeks, then repeat “The Every Other Day” method. Even the most resistant bird usually converts after the second attempt. The main thing to remember with this method is to never mix the seed with the Tropican. This promotes picky eating. Once the bird is successfully converted, then the old diet, most commonly a seed mixture, can be offered as a treat or as an incentive for behavior modification.
This method of diet conversion for your parrot plays into the natural instinct of a flock of birds’ desire to survive. A “flock” can be an entire aviary or it can consist of a multiple bird household. Parrots in the wild will eat together. If one bird finds food, he usually calls out to the others and they share food. If a bird chooses not to eat in this situation, he is usually sick and he will not survive. While our domestic pets may be a generation or two removed from this actual behavior, the instinct is still there. Pets or breeders do not have to see each other eat, but they should know that others in the “flock” are eating and they will all soon eat. The caretaker should feed Tropican to everyone in the “flock” at the same time. Offer only Tropican. Out of curiosity, one or two members of the “flock” will pick at the new food while others may show some resistance. In most cases, the ones who start eating it will send vocal signs of eating, and the others will follow. “The Every Other Day” method can also be used with this method of conversion.The caretaker needs to observe the resistant members for signs of starvation. In an aviary situation, this might be a bit more challenging depending on how the birds are housed.
For birds that are resistant to above mentioned conversion methods, try moistened Tropimix. (1 part Tropi-Mix to equal part hot water) The hot water softens the fruit, corn, legumes, and most importantly, softens the Tropican morsels in the Tropi-Mix. The softened Tropican coats your bird’s favorite seeds with the nutty Tropican flavor, therefore the bird becomes better accustomed to the flavor. Since all of the nuts and seeds in Tropi-Mix are already hulled, this can help break the bird’s habit of hulling seeds. Be sure to remove moisten food from your bird’s cage after one hour. As your bird eats more of this mix, add a higher ratio of Tropican to Tropimix for ultimate nutrition!
This method plays into the instincts of most parrot species and can even be used in combination with Flock Method.
Place a morsel of Tropican, dependant on the size in appropriately sized foraging toy, such as a puzzle box, or Living World Learning Block center. Most parrots natural curiosity takes over!
Keep in mind that not all species forage in the same manner. Cockatiels, and often African Greys, for instance, are ground foragers. If such is the case, have a table top tray with various items that are bird safe; toy pieces, appropriate size stones, and sprinkle Tropican in the mix. As your bird investigates the items on the tray, he’ll soon find something edible-the Tropican! Often when our parrots work at getting their dinner, they embrace that morsel even more!


Some Dogs Allowed
A number of our rental homes allow dogs. This will be indicated in the Property Details under each property on our website. If it says, “No,” the homeowners mean it. If it says, “Ask,” owner’s approval will vary (depending on the size and/or age of the dog, for example). And generally, those homeowners who allow dogs won’t approve more than one or two. So if you’re traveling with a pack, you may need to make other arrangements!
Of course your dog is a well-behaved angel, but things happen. Our homeowners who allow dogs require an additional, non-refundable pet fee of $150.00 per dog on top of a refundable security deposit. In addition, most will expect you to crate your dog when it’s left behind while you’re off enjoying one of our wonderful local restaurants.
Out and About with Your Dog
You and your dog have many opportunities to explore and enjoy the beautiful Maine landscape. Dogs are allowed on the trails of Camden Hills State Park–though you’ll want to be sure to abide by their strict on-leash policy. Several–but not all–area nature preserves allow dogs on leash, as well; be sure to check before visiting so you and Fido aren’t disappointed. And according to the Penobscot Bay Regional Chamber of Commerce, dogs (on leash) are allowed on several of the local daysailers and power boats for their short-term outings.
The Jean H. Kislak Community Dog Park, just off Route 1 on Camden Street in Rockport, provides separate areas for large and small dogs to play. According to Maine law, anyone who uses a dog park, or any public recreational area, does so at their own risk. Although your dog can romp freely there, it’s still your responsibility to supervise it. Thomaston and Belfast, each about 35 minutes from Camden, also offer dog parks.
From May through September, most town-owned and area state park beaches (such as Laite Beach in Camden or Birch Point State Park in Owls Head) limit the hours that dogs may visit to 6:00 – 8:00 a.m. and 6:00 – 10:00 p.m. Some–but not all–parks have doggy bag dispensers for your dog’s waste, so please be prepared to bring your own at all times.
Your dog doesn’t have to miss out on vacation shopping, either. Loyal Biscuit, a pet supply boutique, has shops in Rockland, Belfast, and right next door to our office here on Route One in Rockport!


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1. Pet Paradise, Va Beach
Pet Paradise carries Reptiles, Fish, Birds, and Small Mammals. They pride themselves on carrying the best products and promoting proper animal care.
2. Planet Pet, DC
As one of the DC area’s largest cageless boarding centers, Planet Pet’s facilities boast a safe indoor play area, certified dog handlers, and healthy mental and physical stimulation for dogs. Aside from its boarding and day care services, Planet Pet also has a retail store that provides grooming services for dogs and is always well-stocked with healthy treats and all-natural pet food.
3. Animal Connection, Charlottesville
Holistic foods & treats. Green pet gear. Eco friendly toys. Nutritional consulting.
4. Kibbles on Main, Blacksburg
Blacksburg finally has a store devoted to active pets and their owners. Shop locally AND shop better. Find the best national brands, holistic, and fresh foods at Kibbles on Main!
5. Metro Mutts, DC
Metro Mutts offers high quality pet supplies for dogs and cats at great prices! Go on in and check them out.
6. Animal Jungle, Va Beach
Animal Jungle has been one of VA Beachs’ destinations for pets or just plain entertainment. Their location boasts over 26,000 square foot of retail space, animal exhibits and over 30,000 gallons of fresh and saltwater fish. They have exotic and standard small animals, exotic birds and small birds, reptiles and dog and cat supplies.
7. Sylvia’s Pets, Harrisonburg
Sylvia’s Pets has been locally owned and operated since 1987. They offer a full line of products for all of your pets’ needs, as well as over 40 years of combined sales and service experience.
8. C & P Pets, Christiansburg
Locally owned pet shop that sells all the animals you want and everything you need to keep them happy and healthy. From fish to reptiles and small animals to birds, they carry a large selection.
9. Dog Krazy, Fredericksburg
Dog Krazy is a place where you can bring your four legged friends and meet someone that loves them just as much as you!
10. Fin & Feather Pet Center, Henrico
Fin & Feather Pet Center is Richmond’s oldest locally owned pet store providing the community with a knowledgeable staff and your pets needs for over 51 years.
11. Nature’s Emporium, Roanoke
After a LONG DAY…coming home can be especially relaxing when you are greeted by man’s best friend. At Nature’s Emporium, it is their pleasure to provide you with the largest selection of pet gifts, toys, beds, and healthy foods & treats.
12. Petopia, Lynchburg
At Petopia, they specialize in local bred puppies. At their pet store, they have everything from teacup Chihuahuas to Great Danes. All of the animals come from local breeders; they do not buy from puppy mills.
13. The Big Bad Woof, DC
The Big Bad Woof is a local pet supply store specializing in holistic and raw food diets, herbal and natural supplements, and supplies sourced from local, North American and Fair Trade companies.
14. Puppy Love, Roanoke
The Mission at Puppy Love is to make people happy and find these puppies their perfect families!
15. Pets-N-Pals, Staunton
Pets-N-Pals carries a wide variety of live animals, including puppies and kittens. They also have a large selection of supplies for every pet.
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Pets age, get sick and die, just like humans do. It is important to give them the protection they deserve. Taking a sick pet to the vet can cost up to HKD1,000 per visit. A good pet insurance plan alleviates the financial burden on the pet owners. It also gives them the leeway to better plan their finances even if their pets have to undergo costly surgical procedures.
In general, Pet insurance is available for pets aged between six months and eight years. Pet insurance covers veterinary expenses including veterinary consultations, medication, boarding, as well as clinical and surgical costs.
Pet insurance also includes third-party liability protection to cover the legal liability associated with the insured pet. These include accidental death, injury, illness of third party or loss or damage to third-party property.


In June 2020, LG Electronics Australia recognised and rewarded Jennifer Hunt of Caulfield, Victoria for her incredible efforts in helping those less fortunate to care for their beloved pets.
The reality is around 62 per cent of Australians own a pet and with this comes the likelihood that some may struggle if their pet becomes seriously ill. For the last decade, Jennifer has been helping pensioners and low income families across Victoria keep their furry friends alive by funding veterinary care and relieving financial distress through her not-for-profit, Pet Medical Crisis Fund.
In 2009 when her border collie Jed ruptured several discs in his back, Jennifer felt privileged she could afford the series of required operations in order to keep him alive for another nine years. This sense of privilege inspired her to help those that may not be able to afford the necessary veterinary treatments, so euthanasia is not an option.
While working full-time as a registered nurse in 2010, Jennifer started the charity to prevent unnecessary euthanasia of pets and assist financially and mentally vulnerable members of the community with veterinary bills – by paying the vets directly.
Jennifer knows first-hand the positive impacts a pet can bring to an individual or family from both a physical and mental perspective. She believes all pet owners no matter their backgrounds deserve to keep their pets alive.
We spoke to Jennifer to learn more about her selfless efforts – how she got started, her greatest challenges and the future of Pet Medical Crisis Fund:
LG: What prompted you to give back in your community?
JH: My Border Collie ‘Jed-the-wonder-dog' was the reason I started Pet Medical Crisis Fund. In 2009, Jed was playing with my 4-year-old son, James, on the beach, when our world changed. While chasing seagulls, Jed ruptured several discs in his back. This started a series of major operations over three years, each costing many thousands of dollars. Fortunately, we had the funds available with the money we had been saving for a new kitchen renovation at the time. Without funds, the only option for Jed would have been euthanasia.
The journey made me realise how lucky we were to still have Jed and how pensioners couldn’t do what I did, so I started a fund to initially help pensioners whose loved pets are in danger of being unnecessarily euthanised. From there, the Pet Medical Crisis Fund was born in 2010. The fund supports disadvantaged owners to meet the high cost of veterinary care.
Jed sadly passed away in 2018 having given me years of devotion, love and inspiration. We’ve made him the founding member of the Pet Medical Crisis Fund and through his legacy pets receive the help they need to stay by their owner’s sides.
LG: How did you come up with the concept?
JH: I’ve been working as a registered nurse for many years and it’s always in my nature to help people in need. It’s a cause close to my heart and I know the bond between a pet and human is often crucial to the mental and physical wellbeing of people. Starting this charity in 2010 seemed like a natural move especially after my own personal experience with Jed.
Owners or vets can apply for assistance through our website, petmedicalcrisis.com.au, and once a plan of care is known and it is established that the owner has exhausted all avenues of funding, the vet is asked to reduce the cost of care to ‘at-cost’ to see if the owner is able to then proceed with funding the care.
The relationships I’ve built with veterinarians over the years has helped me better understand the challenges they have - especially when they are put in situations where low-income families or pensioners can’t afford the vet bills.
LG: Have you come up against any challenges?
JH: We realise the importance of providing our assistance to vets especially during the COVID-19 pandemic where they have seen an uptake in cases of people needing veterinary support for their pets. Vets have the second highest suicide rate in Australia and continues to be a problem in the industry. This is namely due to stress, long hours and emotional abuse from pet owners. By providing financial assistance to owners across Victoria, it alleviates some of the stress and emotional strain on vets.
We’re also funded primarily by public donations and an ongoing challenge is to make sure financially that we can continue to help disadvantaged pet lovers with medical bills.
LG: What results have you achieved so far?
JH: Over the past 10 years we have made a significant impact in communities across Victoria. Pet Medical Crisis is a registered, not-for-profit and tax-deductible charity that has distributed over $500,000 to assist 630 pets and people’s lives with our service.
We’re proud to have structured the charity so no administration costs are taken from public donations and as close to 100 per cent of donations are used to pay for veterinary care. Philanthropy and sponsors who align to our cause, supports our infrastructure so the public can be confident their donation goes where they intend it to go. Our team genuinely cares about the charity’s cause, it’s integrity and we ensure the funds go to veterinary fees and are never paid directly to owners.
LG: What is next for you and your initiative?
JH: We’re really proud to have accomplished so much in Victoria and have assisted owners and pets from over 70 Veterinary clinics across the state. Our next step is to expand nationally to cover more regions and continue our efforts to help owners who need support to keep their pets alive and well.
LG Electronics Australia would like to thank Jennifer for her kindness and compassion for her incredible efforts in helping those less fortunate to care for their beloved pets. We wish Jennifer our best as she continues to grow and expand Pet Medical Crisis Fund nationally.
If you know someone like Jennifer making positive contributions through their time, actions, talents and/or dedication to others, you can nominate them to be named an LG Local Legend by visiting www.lglifesgood.com.au/nominate-a-local-legend. We are looking forward to celebrating their achievements with you soon!


Humans have a deep emotional connection to music, so it makes sense that we assume other mammals – especially our pets who seem so emotionally connected to us – might have a similar response.
Although dogs and cats have different behaviors and reactions to stimuli than humans, they also react to stressful situations – like going to the vet, being around unfamiliar animals, or undergoing surgery – in understandable and predictable ways. Researchers are looking at how music can impact animals, especially our pets, so we can help them experience less stress in unfamiliar environments.
Cats, Dogs, and Humans in Stressful Situations
A 2013 review of research found that music could impact pets’ preoperative anxiety, reducing the need for sedatives. Studies in humans have led to the Mozart Effect, largely because Mozart’s music and its effects on the human brain has been studied more than other composers’ work. This has led to Mozart being used in animal studies as well.
Mozart’s piano sonatas were played to rat pups who were about two weeks old, and this was found to accelerate learning in the animals. Music played to chicks before they hatched was found to increase neuron density in the hippocampus, which could improve spatial learning as they grew.
It is important to note that genre plays a huge role in both animal and human response to music, but animals also respond more to tempo, cadence, and beat of music within a genre. It has also been found that animals respond better to certain amounts of silence per day, with music turned off overnight at a minimum.
Below are some examples of music’s impact on dogs, cats, and their humans.
Veterinary settings: Humans and animals interact in complex ways during veterinary visits, as one paper points out. Overall, music has a positive effect on reducing anxiety and stress in humans, and it has some similar impact on both cats and dogs.
A study on music in a veterinarian setting, though, found that clinicians did not perceive the same levels of stress in animals as their clients did, suggesting that the clients were also stressed about their animal’s health. Music played in a vet office can reduce the stress on the human owner, which in turn reduces stress on the pet. Music may confer fewer direct benefits to animals compared to humans. Some kinds of music did improve client satisfaction with the clinic based on how they perceived their pet’s stress.
Kennels: Although there are several practical and safety reasons why both dogs and cats must be kept in kennels at certain points, the experience of being in an enclosed space, especially with other unfamiliar animals, can be deeply distressing. Many kennels try to find ways to reduce unpredictable noise and unfamiliar smells for animals in kennels because high levels of noise can greatly increase the animal’s stress.One study involving 117 dogs in kennels examined activity level, body shaking, and vocalization as signs of the dogs’ distress. The researchers played classical music, heavy metal, and classical music altered specifically for the dogs’ hearing range. Classical music was found to reduce vocalizations and to relax the dogs enough that they spent more time sleeping. Heavy metal, in contrast, increased body shaking, which is a behavior indicating nervousness.
Another study of dogs in kennels examined their cortisol levels in their saliva, heart-rate variability, and behavior. One group was kenneled in silence while the test group had classical music playing from about 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The study found that auditory stimulation during the one-week test slowed heart rate and reduced nervous behaviors, although there was inconsistent impact in the measurements of cortisol levels in the dogs’ saliva.
A related study on dogs and kennel stress involved different genres of music. Although dogs were believed to respond best to classical music, they were also found to get used to that kind of auditory stimulation so the effects on reducing stress would go away over time. Researchers alternated soft rock, Motown, pop, reggae, and classical to determine if the dogs responded better to one genre than the others or if increasing the variety of auditory stimulation continued to reduce stress in the dogs. The dogs tended to bark more when auditory stimulation stopped, but there was less impact on barking between genres of music. Soft rock and reggae were associated with faster heart rate, suggesting higher levels of stress, and there were lower heart rates reported for Motown, classical, and pop.
Interestingly, while the dogs listened to soft rock, urinary cortisol levels rose, similarly to the second period of silence following the first round of auditory enrichment. However, during the five-day study, auditory enrichment was found to be generally stress-reducing in the animals compared to silence.
A further study of kenneled dogs and stress levels employed all kinds of music, along with audiobooks, to find which auditory stimulation worked best to reduce stress in the animals. Researchers used audiobooks, classical music, pop music, songs designed specifically for dogs, and no control over the sound environment. Dogs in the study were exposed to each of these for about two hours per day with a two-day gap between each genre exposure. The study found that audiobooks, moreso than music, led to more resting behaviors in dogs and less vigilant behavior while standing or sitting. The audiobooks were believed to create more potential audio enrichment in the environment for the dogs compared to any genre of music.
Sedation and surgery: A 2015 examination of sedation in cats reported that felines experience reduced stress and better surgical outcomes when listening to music, especially classical music. The survey looked at 12 female cats who had undergone routine neutering surgery, measuring breathing and pupil diameter at different points during their anesthesia. Some cats were exposed to silence, some experienced string music, some listened to a pop song, and some listened to heavy metal.
The cats who listened to classical string music were more relaxed, with slower respiration and smaller pupil diameter. Pop music produced intermediate levels of stress, and heavy metal produced higher levels of stress. The researchers concluded that playing classical music for cats during routine operations could reduce the amount of anesthesia needed.
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Using Music for Animals
Helping our furry friends can take different paths, depending on the role you have in the animal’s life. Certainly, veterinarians can tailor playlists in their offices to soothe cats and dogs waiting on a routine physical, a diagnosis of a sudden illness, or animals awaiting surgery. Kennels that rehome animals can play music for some hours of the day to soothe all the pets who have to live close together for a short time.
Pet owners can make their homes friendlier to their furry loved ones too. New animals may be soothed by classical music while their new owner is gone. Introducing an older pet to a new pet can cause stress, so keeping their minds occupied with music or an audiobook may help.
Composers are now creating tracks specifically designed for the auditory ranges and preferences of cats and dogs. While our pets may not react exactly the same way to music that we do, we can use music as a tool to ease their stress.
- Music as Medicine: It Doesn’t Have to Be Mozart. (January 28, 2014). Veterinary Practice News.
- Turning the Page on Music in Shelters. (January 26, 2017). ASPCA.
- Effects of Different Types of Classical Music at a Veterinary Hospital on the Behavior of Pets & Owner Satisfaction. (August 2016). American Humane Society.
- Behavioral Effects of Auditory Stimulation on Kenneled Dogs. (October 2012). Journal of Veterinary Behavior: Clinical Applications and Research.
- ‘Four Seasons’ in an Animal Rescue Centre; Classical Music Reduces Environmental Stress in Kennelled Dogs. (May 1, 2015). Physiology & Behavior.
- The Effect of Different Genres of Music on the Stress Levels of Kennelled Dogs’. (March 15, 2017). Physiology & Behavior.
- The Effects of Audiobooks on the Behaviour of Dogs at a Rehoming Kennels. (January 2016). Applied Animal Behaviour Science.
- Cats Relax to the Sound of Music. (March 30, 2015). Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery.


The Walden Animal Deli located at 145 Hepper Street in Walden, NY is pet supply & pet store serving Montgomery, Walden, Maybrook, Newburgh, Pine Bush, Plattekill, Wallkill, Washingtonville, Campbell Hall, Shawangunk and the local surrounding area - and features a wide variety of dog & cat food, animal feed, pet supplies, pet toys, and accessories for your pet.
The Walden Animal Deli has pet food, supplies and accessories for your dogs, cats, birds, reptiles; from the smaller critters like hamsters, rabbits, and chickens, to the larger ones like goats and horses - they have everything you need to keep your pets happy, healthy and active.
More importantly, the Walden Animal Deli in Walden will gladly accommodate special orders for your special pet(s) needs.
Walden Animal Deli also has in stock wild bird food and feeders, as well as farm animal feed and supplies for everything from chicks to llamas. Yes... llamas!
The Walden Animal Deli carries the best products for less - covering all your pets needs from the backyard to the barnyard!
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The Walden Animal Deli is a family owned and run pet and pet supply store in Walden, New York, and they carry a wide selection of healthy pet food and supplies to meet most any pet’s needs.
In addition to dog, cat, bird, reptile and small animal feeds, they also stock wild bird food and feeders as well as farm animal feeds for everything from baby chicks to llamas.
Their pet selection varies, but often includes rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils and reptiles, they also sell mice, rats and crickets and can special order other exotic and hard to find animals.
The Walden Animal Deli always invites you to bring your pets in for a visit!


Welcome to Jack & Rascal's!
Welcome to Jack & Rascal's, Albuquerque's premier Grooming Salon and All-Natural Pet Supply Store!
Our goal at Jack & Rascal's is to provide top notch customer service, coupled with the best products and grooming services available in order to take care of all your pet's needs, inside and out!
We are a 100% locally owned and operated small business, not a franchise. The owners, as well as all employees (which if not actually related, are practicaly family) are members of the Albuquerque community and are committed to bringing the superior experience that only locals can!
You will find that all Jack & Rascal's employees are extremely well versed in their respective areas, and more importantly, put customer service and the needs of your pets in front of all else.
So please, call, email or come in today and see the difference we can make in the lives of you and your pet!
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4401 Montano Blvd Nw
Albuquerque, NM 87120
On the corner with CVS, behind the Pepboys.
Phone: (505) 503-1779
Fax: (505) 503-1783
Monday - Friday 8:00am-7pm
Saturday 8:00 am- 7 pm
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I wasn’t in the world of giving our pets supplements. I knew that I took vitamins and I was in need of vitamins and I felt more energized when I had vitamins. I took quality vitamins , too.
If you examine the mineral and vitamin content of 5 different vegetables in the 1960s, then you’ll find that they are robust, up there, where they should be. You could eat them for a lifetime. Look again at the 5 vegetables of 1970. A decade later, and it shows that they had dropped by more than halfdue to the fact that they weren’t rotating the crops. They were spraying them and putting fertilizers on themso that they wouldn’t have to do the things that a good husbandry of the world would expect you to do. In the 80s, it was already flat-lining.
If we humans don’t get enough from DNA PET Pets Supplements Nutrition Animals Dogs Cats our food What can we do for our pets do? Because the food for pets is of less nutritious food, simple math will tell you that they’re getting less than they need. We aren’t living in an agrarian society. We are a Starbucks society. We’re extremely caffeinated, and we’re constantly revving up, and it demands more nutrition for us to maintain this pace.
Stress is a significant issue that draws minerals and vitamins from our bodies. also we have a thing that’s called”oxidative stress. That has been connected to more than 70 different diseases in the human world. We’re all mammals. It’s simple to say it could be the cause of the same kind of issues for our pets as well.
But our pets’ cells are constantly under attack from the oxidative stress. That’s why we need anti-oxidants in our diet to help combat that oxidative stress. It’s like cells becoming rusty, and that’s very thin when you slice it. There’s a lot more to it. Oxidative stress causes damage to the body that is caused by excessive free radicals. It’s been linked to many degenerative illnesses among pets and humans. We must incorporate vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants into our daily diets.
Our pets pretty much need the same vitamins we need. It’s really hard to OD on vitamins. Pets have greater tolerance on a lot of them. There are some aspects you should be attentive to when feeding your dog. If you believe that you’re getting all the nutrition you need from your food then you should look at it again. No matter what you’re feeding the pet really need to be taking supplements in the form of minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants.
These pharmaceutical-grade vitamins will be the best option. Anything you buy at the store are food-grade. When you’re doing something you should look for that pharmaceutical grade for optimal health and well-being.
How to administer these guys? It is possible to put it in an ounce of cheese or peanut butter, then scale it back according to whatever size your pet needs or you could use an ultra fine grater and put it in the peanut butter that way.
But I want to give this a red flag too. There is also chewables available. They’re an excellent solution, but you need to ensure that you do not contain Xylitol. Xylitol could cause death in a matter of hours.
I heard a story about someone who had been told on radio that vitamin supplements are beneficial for pets. He was feeding his children chewable vitamins and dropped a couple on his dog believing it was fine. The vitamins contained Xylitol within the pills. A few hours later the dog was taken to an animal hospital and his dog had died.
The most important thing to remember when administering vitamins is to make sure that it’s fun and easy for you both otherwise you’ll stop to perform it. There are many choices out there, even at pet food stores. You can get liquids as well as snacks that contain them, so there’s more options available now to make it simpler for you.


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Healing Hearts Animal Rescue Group is a 501(c)3 non-profit
charitable organization headquartered in Catharpin, in Northern
Virginia. While our passion is senior and special needs animals, we
have many young, vibrant and healthy animals available for adoption.
Healing Hearts has only been in existence since October, 2011, but with the help of our wonderful volunteers we have rescued and re-homed dozens of animals in that short time.
We invite you to explore our website, whether you are looking for an animal to adopt, a volunteer opportunity, or a worthwhile organization for donations. Healing Hearts welcomes you!


Not only does grooming help your faithful friend look their best, but it also allows them to stay healthy and happy.
When it comes to grooming your dog, it's crucial that you're familiar with some of the basics before you attempt to groom your pooch yourself.
Check out this list of six dos and don'ts of dog grooming so you can help your pooch look and feel his best for years to come.
1. Do: Groom Your Dog Regularly
Dogs should enjoy regularly grooming sessions to keep fur out of their eyes and to prevent excess fur from becoming matted. When your pal has matted fur, it can cause skin problems, scratching, and irritation.
Not all dogs need grooming as often as others, so it really depends on the breed. Long-haired dogs will need to be groomed a lot more often than short-haired dogs.
Grooming your dog doesn't just involve their fur. It also involves trimming their nails, which is essential to a healthy life. Keep those nails well-manicured and at a reasonable length to ensure your pooch stays comfortable.
2. Do: Use The Right Tools
When grooming your dog, make sure you're using the appropriate tools. Never substitute human clippers for hair and nails and use them on your dog.
Be sure you choose safe grooming tools that will not cause injury and that can handle the toughest grooming tasks. Ask your veterinarian if they endorse any products so you can be sure you're choosing the right tools and accessories for your dog's needs.
3. Do: Be Patient and Take Your Time
Most dogs are not a fan of grooming sessions, but it's important that you remain patient and loving throughout the process. Go slowly and take your time, making sure that you trim and cut everything you need.
Talk to your dog in a calming voice and let them take small breaks if they need to. As time goes on, your dog will become used to grooming and won't be as squirmy (hopefully).
Groomers who rush can end up injuring dogs, which is why it's crucial that you go slowly. Reward your dog with a treat every time you groom them to give them a little positive reinforcement.
4. Do: Choose a Safe Spot for Groom Time
You might be tempted to clip your dog's hair and nails on a slippery table. But a sturdy, slip-free surface is much safer for both you and your best friend.
Pick a dedicated space to groom your dog, and use it every time so they associate it with their grooming sessions. Make sure the area is well-lit so you can easily see their nails. Good lighting will prevent you from accidentally cutting the quick, which can cause extreme bleeding.
You can lay a thick blanket over your dog as you trim his nails to keep him calm. Just make sure wherever you choose to groom, it's secure and safe for you and your pal.
5. Do: Ask For Help When You Need It
If you're having trouble grooming your dog, don't be afraid to ask for some help. A trained groomer may be able to get the job done faster and correctly in some cases.
Never be wary of asking for assistance when it comes to your dog's health. If you just can't seem to get your pooch to stay still or those nails don't seem to want to clip properly, it might be time to have an expert step in.
6. Do: Brush Fur Regularly
Brush your dog's fur often to help get rid of excessive shedding and promote a healthy coat. You should also always brush your dog before you give them a good shampooing.
Brushing on a regular basis promotes trust and helps remove tangling and matting between grooming sessions. A nice brush will keep your dog happy, and their fur will stay smooth and shiny.
Now, let's take a look at a few don'ts when it comes to grooming your dog.
1. Don't: Rush the Process
Remember that grooming is a precise process, so never rush through trimming and cutting nails. Take your time, and slowly clip fur and nails while taking breaks as you go.
2. Don't: Use Scented Shampoos
Shampoo that contains fragrance can be extremely irritating to a dog's eyes and respiratory system. Stay away from scented shampoo and only use products designed for dogs. Once you're done, make sure all the shampoo is completely rinsed clean.
3. Don't: Wait Too Long Between Groomings
Stick to a regular grooming schedule to keep your dog healthy. You don't want to wait until their fur starts to get matted or their nails start to get too long. Write down the date of each grooming to help you stay on track.
4. Don't: Trim the Nails Too Short
Although nails that get too long can be painful, nails that are too short can be uncomfortable, too. When you trim your dog's nails, just cut off a small bit at the top or else you could accidentally cut the "quick" which will cause extreme pain and bleeding. Take your time and just trim a small bit of each nail every time you groom.
5. Don't: Let Your Tools Get Dirty or Dull
Grooming tools that get dirty can cause infection and can become less effective. Clean your tools regularly and make sure that all blades are sharp enough to do the job. You may have to replace them every so often once they become worn down.
6. Don't: Pressure Your Dog
Although grooming is important, it's never good to make your dog feel forced into the process. Coax your dog and see if he's up for a trim, but never pressure him to get a haircut or have his nails trimmed. When you make grooming a pleasant experience, your pooch will be more likely to oblige.
Grooming Made Easy
If you follow these simple tips for grooming your dog, each session will be easy and pleasant for both of you. Regular grooming keeps fur and nails healthy, and it keeps your faithful friend happy.
For all your pet grooming, boarding, and daycare needs, be sure to visit our website and contact us today!


Welcome to our little website, where you can read the story of how we became best friends, and where you can watch our friendship grow.
The webcam - on that page, you can click and have a remote window, as well as a page with the previous ten pics. The cam will only be turned on when someone is in the window or on their new tower. (You can also click the cam picture in the corner above.)
We are Dmitri and Jack. Dmitri was born in 1990 and is a senior boy with arthritis. He was raised partly by a wonderful dog named Sharik. Sharik has passed on to the Rainbow Bridge, but her loving guidance remains with Dmitri today.
Jack moved from Seattle to live with Dmitri, arriving February 7, 2002. His owner was very ill and made the heartbreaking decision to find Jack a new home. I decided that I would adopt Jack and give him a new, forever home, provided we could find a way to move him from Seattle to St. Louis.
Cat lovers on the cat health newsgroup were touched by the story, and immediately began to email me with offers of financial help. My dear friend Megan coordinated that end and immediately went to work to find a suitable means of transportation. Jack was fostered by a wonderful friend named Beth, until he could move out here - I had a meeting scheduled out east and didn't want to leave the boys until they'd had time to get to know one another, and Jack had plenty of time to settle in.
People from around the world immediately and generously donated to The Jack Fund at the transport company to move Jack cross country via the pet bus at Pro Pet Transports. His move became an Internet project, with friends of Jack watching and waiting for his arrival.
It didn't take long until Jack followed Dmitri around, delighted to have an older brother. Today, Jack and Dmitri are truly best friends and play like two kittens. They romp and wrestle for awhile, chase each other, then lick one another's heads. Then they curl up on the bed and sleep.
You can see a little picture diary of the arrival and introduction process, as well as pictures of the new brothers at our picture gallery. (Choose Jack and Dmitri's big adventure)
Read the full story of Jack via the newsgroup postings. (Thank you*** to the wonderful person who put this all together!)
If you're at a loss over a gift for someone, please consider donating in your recipient's name to Best Friends, a rescue group based in Utah. There are many other rescue groups for dogs and cats without homes, and they need your help too.
Here are some links to important sites about cat care:


Somehow, Kramer and I just celebrated our second anniversary together. In the two years we’ve been together, we’ve had some really good times and some pretty bad ones. We’ve lived in two different apartments (he also lived with my parents while I moved!), gone through countless bags of treats and seen lots of plants come and go (RIP).
He has made me incredibly angry by eating my plants, knocking things off any surface he can find and keeping me up at night—and he has also kept me company, entertained me with his adorable antics and acted as my emotional support animal when things have fallen apart.
STARTING THE SEARCH
Pretty much as soon as I got my first apartment alone, sans roommates, I knew I wanted to get a pet. At first, I really had my heart set on getting a dog, but after some serious thought and consideration, I realized that I wasn’t ready for that level of commitment.
When I decided that I wanted to adopt a cat, the Capital Area Humane Society was the first place I looked. I knew that I wanted to adopt a cat, instead of getting one from a breeder (or from somewhere like Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace.)
One thing that I was really looking for was a cat without claws. I’ve paid a lot to furnish my apartment, and I didn’t want my new pet ruining it. I also think that declawing cats is kind of cruel, so I didn’t want to I would routinely look for pets online using the sea
LOVE AT FIRST SIGHT
I continued to stalk the CAHS website and Facebook each day, waiting for the right fit. One day as I was perusing the website, I found a cat names Lunar (who was front declawed!). He was black with a white patch on his chest and he looked both adorable and naughty. I fell in love with him.
Kramer (née Lunar) was living in a cage at Soldan’s in West Lansing. I convinced my friend Jodi to go with me to look at him during our lunch break at work, and when I saw him in his cage, my heart melted. He looked scared and kind of pathetic and small in his big cage, but he was still in good enough spirits to swat at my fingers through the bars.
I talked with one of the employees about what the adoption process entailed and, as usual, was too indecisive to make a final decision during my short hour-long lunch break.
WHAT’S THE CATCH
I went back to work and spent the entire day trying to decide whether or not I was ready to adopt a cat. I decided that figuring out why Kramer was surrendered was important, so I called CAHS to find out. They told me that Kramer’s family brought him to the humane society because he was a) not using his litter box b) chewing on drywall and being generally destructive c) meowing incessantly at all hours of the day/night.
Armed with the knowledge that Kramer was an absolute terror, I sought the advice of a few friends and coworkers who collectively told me I should definitely find another feline friend, I did what any rational person would do and went back to Soldan’s to see him again. An employee told me if I wanted to adopt Kramer, I was going to have to call CAHS to get approved, and do so within the hour because adoptions were ending for the day. I have never been an impulsive person, but I decided to go for it. In less than an hour, I was approved to become a cat mom.
HERE WE GO
As I was waiting for my approval to go through, I went through the store and picked up all the things that I would need for my new cat. That included a litter box, litter, a scooper, wet food, dry food (grain-free because only the best for my cat son), treats and, of course, toys. One of the toys I got him was a taco stuffed with catnip, which remains one of his favorites to this day. Like mother like son, what can I say?
I also had to get something to take him home in. Rather than spring for the expensive plastic carrier, I opted for the cheap cardboard one. Joke was on me though, because Kramer is so freakishly strong that once the Soldan employee and I collectively stuffed him inside the box, he broke the cardboard and escaped.
Once Kramer was inside his sturdy plastic carrier, it was smooth sailing. He didn’t make a peep the entire way home. I was a different story entirely. I called my mom on the verge of the tears because I was worried that I was biting off more than I could chew, you know, caring for another living thing and all. She told me I would be fine, and reminded me of the fact that I had been kind of lonely and had been wanting a cat for years. Pretty much from that point forward, it’s been me and Kramer against the world.
HOME SWEET HOME
Kramer was really scared when we first got home. He camped out between the wall and refrigerator for the first few hours and didn’t want to come out. I lured him with many different types of food and treats, but he wasn’t budging. I finally admitted defeat and decided to sit on the kitchen floor and talk to him.
THE FIRST NIGHT
Once Kramer came out from behind the fridge he quickly asserted his dominance. Everything in my apartment became a toy, including my plants.
I tried to keep Kramer out of my room at first but quickly realized that wasn’t going to fly. Kramer is king of the castle and he likes to sleep in my bed. Another thing to adjust to was the fact that my body became a jungle gym, especially when it was time to sleep.
. It took some time to adjust to being woken up to loud sounds and seeing something looming over my head.
It also took some time adjusting to seeing Kramer sitting on top of my kitchen cabinets. I don’t want to jinx it, but he doesn’t climb on the cabinets at this apartment.
CRAZY CAT LADY
I got Kramer when I was single and I was kind of afraid of becoming a weird, crazy cat lady spinster. At this point, I’ve just accepted it. Plus, you can’t die alone if you’re surrounded by cats and plants!
Kramer and I have been through a lot together in two years. We’ve spent hours (more like days) curled up on the couch watching Friends. We’ve gone through countless cans of cat food, bags of treats, and cans of catnip spray. Sure, I have to keep my plants up high (especially the ones that are dangerous for pets) and I’m constantly covered in hair, but I wouldn’t trade it for the world.
Having a cat is the best. 10/10 definitely recommend.


When holiday gatherings come to an end, your dad may feel his loneliness returning. He’s had family and friends around him. As a new year begins, people return to their homes and work schedules. Your family is considering chipping in and getting him a puppy this year. Is that a good idea?
Before you adopt a puppy for your dad, you need to think long and hard. A puppy isn’t an easy addition. A lot of time goes into training, exercising, and caring for a pet.
Here are the questions your family needs to discuss.
Can He Afford It?
Vet care isn’t cheap. If you adopt an older dog, vet care may be covered. With a puppy, you’re looking at the spay/neuter, vaccinations, heartworm medications, and flea/tick medications. Can your dad afford the vet bills?
What Happens If Your Dad Can No Longer Care for a Dog?
If something happens to your dad, what happens to the dog? If your dad has a stroke and is confined to a wheelchair, is someone available to walk the dog every day? Will he be able to let the dog outside for potty breaks?
If the dog is going to be subjected to some level of neglect, is someone set to take over the dog’s care? Could you take the dog into your home? Would you want to have to care for a dog for the rest of its life? If he gets a puppy, you’re looking at 10, 15, or 20 years of having a dog to care for. An older dog in need of a safe home is often better for older adults.
Training Is Important
Someone is agreeable to taking your dad’s puppy in if it came to it. That’s great. Now, you need to talk about training. Every puppy needs to be housebroken and learn basic commands like sit, stay, lay, leave it, and off. Can your dad do this?
Consistency is important when training a puppy. The puppy will need around-the-clock supervision. It will need to be crated or confined to an area for naps. It’s going to need set meal times, regular walks, and potty breaks every hour or so for the first few months. Your dad needs to be willing and able to do this.
Have You Considered Home Care Services?
If you still feel your dad needs companionship, look into the benefits of home care services. Caregivers come to his home and provide companionship. He’ll have help with difficult chores like laundry or changing sheets. Home care service providers can drive him to appointments and cook his meals.
Home care services are scheduled to match his needs. The only services he gets are the ones he asks for. He could have a caregiver stopping each day or once a week. Learn more by making a call.


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I suggest you feed the dog something that is healthy without by-products like wheat, and corn, these foods are, Orijen, Wellness, Taste of the Wild, Merrick, California Naturals, Blue Buffalo, Blue Diamond, Blue Wilderness, Eagle Pack Hollistic, Canidea, EVO, Innova.
http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com is a wonderful place to look for healthy dog foods that can reduce your dogs gas.
Flatulence, commonly referred to as ‘farting’, is caused by gas in the bowel. Basically, dogs pass gas for the same reasons people do.
Gas is caused by fibre, starch and some complex sugars that aren’t easily digested. They’re fermented by bacteria in the colon, producing hydrogen, methane and hydrogen sulphide gases. These gases are expelled as flatus.
Passing gas is a normal bodily function but you may wish to address the fact when the farts seem to be excessive or very stinky. A foul smelling fart is an indication that some food has not been properly digested and is fermenting inside the body. The smell of fermenting food is what causes smelly farts.
|Reasons for flatulence in dogs are:
* The dog is fed a poor quality diet.
* The dog eats too fast – Gulping food down and taking in air.
* If you feed your dog table scraps be aware that certain foods which contain starches and carbohydrates are known to cause flatulence. (see below)
* Lack of exercise.
* Lactose intolerance can also cause smelly gas.
Things you can do to reduce the negative effects of dog flatulence:
Firstly it should be mentioned that infections, diseases and disorders of the GI tract can cause excess gas production so if your dog has any other symptoms apart from flatulence get him checked by your veterinarian.
* If a dog has excessive flatulence with a foul odor the culprit is likely to be dietary. Change your dog’s diet choosing a premium brand of dog food that is highly digestible. Many cheaper brands of dog food contain a lot of corn and soy products for fillers. This gives your dog the feeling of being full, but also can contribute to a smelly gas problem. When choosing kibble select only high quality kibble. It will also reduce the amount of waste product, meaning less gas, and less smell too. Feed your dog the best quality of food that you can afford. If you put rubbish in then rubbish will come out.
* Exercise the dog more frequently to stimulate his intestines. A good walk can work wonders.
* Eliminate Soy Products. Many processed dog foods contain Soy. Read pet food labels.
* If feeding table scraps avoid giving vegetables such as cauliflower, broccoli, beans, peas, cabbage and other foods such as bread and fried foods. Spicy food should also be avoided.
* Avoid Dairy Products. (except for yogurt, see below)
* Try feeding your dog yogurt. Although yogurt is a dairy food it has different properties to milk and cheese. Yogurt has good bacteria and can be very beneficial in treating excess gas. Feed two to three tablespoons of plain, organic non-fat yogurt a day. Look for labels that indicate that the yogurt contains live and active cultures; these are the cultures which help digestion. Reduction in pet flatulence won’t happen overnight. Note your dogs progress after about a week.
* Try probiotics. Probiotics for dogs and digestive enzymes help to reduce the amount of bad bacteria and toxins in the dog’s body and are used to restore the normal balance of microflora (bacteria) in the gastrointestinal tract. In other words, probiotics are the “good, friendly bacteria” that are used to combat the “bad, harmful bacteria” that have grown out of proportion The result is a cleaner and more efficient digestive system.
* Feed your dog more frequently with smaller portions. Feed three small meals instead of one large meal to keep the dog from gulping food and swallowing air.


Attention Dog Owners:
Pursuant to Connecticut General Statute, each dog over the age of six (6) months must be licensed in their town of residence. Fees are as follows: $19.00 for each unaltered dog or $8.00 for each spayed or neutered dog. You must bring proof from your veterinarian that your dog has been spayed/neutered, as well as a valid rabies vaccination certificate. Licenses expire June 30th of each year and a $1.00 late fee, per month, will be assessed after that date.
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