7 New Year’s Resolutions for You and Your Pet
Working on a resolution or two for a happier, healthier new year? Consider including some for your pet!
Setting and conquering goals together is a great way to bond with your pet and pick up some mutually beneficial habits. Need some inspiration to get started? Here are seven New Year’s resolutions for you and your pet.
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Scary Sounds of Halloween: How to Help a Dog with Noise Aversion
If a single knock at the door sends your dog scurrying under the bed or he starts barking every time the doorbell rings, it’s probably safe to say you both dread surprise guests and package deliveries, not to mention Halloween. But could it mean something’s wrong?
If your dog shows excessive fear toward these and other noises, like fireworks, there’s a chance he may be suffering from noise aversion.
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Take a Hike! Top 6 Benefits of Walking Your Dog
Did someone say, “W-A-L-K”? Whether you’re exploring a new trail or hitting your tried-and-true neighborhood loop, taking regular walks with your dog can have many positive effects on her health—and yours.
Here are the top six reasons you should add a stroll with your best friend to your daily routine:
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Why Do Dogs Eat Poop?
Dogs may be man’s best friend, but that doesn’t mean we’re not occasionally embarrassed or downright disgusted by some of their habits. From rear-sniffing to rolling in anything with a repulsive smell, nothing seems to be quite as offensive to dog lovers as coprophagia—that is, eating poop.
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The Importance of Keeping Dogs Busy
When it comes to your dog’s physical and mental health, daily walks and play sessions are key. Besides keeping your pet in shape, exercise acts as the equalizer against all bad behaviors, helping to keep a variety of problems—like inappropriate elimination, anxiety, eating disorders, attention seeking, aggression, and barking—at bay.
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New Baby? Here’s How to Prepare Your Pets and Make the Transition Easier
Preparing for a new baby is exciting. There’s setting up a nursery, new toys, clothes, and bedding for starters. Then, there’s caring for yourself as a soon-to-be new parent. You might be taking prenatal yoga classes, visiting the doctor, and watching your diet to make sure your baby is getting needed nutrition.
You know it’s going to be a big adjustment for your family, including your pets.
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