A Birder’s Interaction With the Hawks of the Bay
For these citizen scientists, nothing beats the thrill of looking a large raptor in the eye.
Your Top 5 Dog Problems, Solved!
Training doesn’t stop after puppy school graduation. From potty training to pulling, there are simple things you can do to redirect bad behavior and turn your troublemaking tail wagger into the ultimate good dog. Five trainers weigh in on the top dog problems they see — and what you can do to stop them in […]
The Top Technology for Pet Safety
Whether it’s chickens, cats or dogs, here are a few innovations that keep your mind at ease and your beloved buddies safe.
2015 Gift Guide: Pets
Don’t forget your favorite four-legged friends this holiday season. 1. Canines for Veterans Gift Bucket: Give back this Christmas with this pet gift. A portion of the bucket’s sales goes to Canines for Service, which “rescues shelter dogs, rehabilitates military prisoners by teaching them how to train the dogs and revitalizes the lives of wounded veterans by […]
Ruffin’ It: Hotels That Cater to Dogs
Step inside Arizona’s Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, and you’ll be surprised to meet the newest member of the hotel staff. Bixby, a yellow lab, is the resort’s dog ambassador, greeting guests as they enter the lobby. Some might say this resort has gone to the dogs! The luxurious Fairmont brand, in recognition of the fact that […]
Protect your Pets from Summer Heat
As the weather heats up, make sure your pets can withstand the heat! Dogs and cats cannot sweat like humans do and therefore can overheat quickly. Pets most at risk for overheating are young or elderly animals, overweight animals, those with short muzzles and those with thick or dark-colored coats. Never leave your pet […]
Ask the Pet Expert: The Truth About Cat Declawing
Of the cats she sees at Riser Animal Hospital in Skokie, Illinois, Dr. Ingrid Baksys estimates 50 to 60 percent are declawed. Many cat owners do this because they are concerned about their household getting scratched up. “They don’t want the animal scratching furniture, and because it’s normal behavior for a cat to want to […]
Ask the Pet Expert: Stop Dog Barking
When it comes to dog barking, Bark Busters trainer Mary Garrison says pet owners have their own preferences. “If you want your dog to notify you when someone comes to the door, that’s fine, but there’s a time and place, and you should be able to stop barking quickly,” Garrison says. Controlling your dog’s woofs […]
