Why Play Is So Important for Dogs
Play is vital to your dog’s well-being, both physically and mentally, and choosing the right toys makes it even more beneficial. In today’s busy world, we don’t give play a very high priority. Yet, it’s important to physical, mental and emotional health — not just for us, but for our dogs too. Playing with your dog is not only fun, it’s also good for both of you, and choosing the right toys makes it even better. Benefits of Play “Play keeps us young at heart and healthy in our bodies, and it does the...
Does Your Dog Have Separation Anxiety?
Do you avoid going out because you worry about your dog being home alone? If he barks, whines or howls when you leave, he may be suffering from separation anxiety. Research shows that about 17% of dogs in the U.S. have issues with separation anxiety when their humans leave them alone. Some dogs are genetically predisposed to separation anxiety, while the rest acquire it for reasons not always easy to understand. Your dog may communicate his distress in several ways, including excessive vocalization, destroying property or belongings,...
Petite, Puppy-Like Orah is a Gem of a Dog that Would Love to Be Your Companion
Meet Orah! Orah is a pretty lady who came to Pima Animal Care Center as a stray. She was cruising around Tucson, Arizona, with a few of her pals, but with the summer heat and the monsoons rolling in, it was time to find some shelter. Well, summer turned to fall and fall to winter, and, well, you know how seasons work. Adorable Orah has found herself waiting for a home for much longer than anyone ever expected — including her!! Photo: Pima Animal Care Center Rescue Pets While she was somewhat shy when she first arrived at PACC, Orah has...
Zillow Releases the Names of the Top 10 Pet-Friendly Cities in America for Renters
So, you’re a pet owner that has decided to forego homeownership, or perhaps you sold your humble abode during the recent housing boom. Either way, you own a pet(s) and you still need a decent place to live. If you’re not averse to moving, and maybe that was your plan all along, there are 10 cities in particular that are being touted as the pet-friendliest for renters. Photo: Pixabay/KBaucherel According to a recent survey by Zillow, the takeaway in rental trends is that more people are searching for rentals that allow pets since...
Emotional Support Dogs Making Inroads into Helping Law Enforcement Officers
Everybody could use an atta boy or girl, a kind look or word, a sympathetic ear, or just a shoulder to cry on every now and then, and the people who work in law enforcement are no different. ESA (emotional support animals) organizations are predominantly nonprofit groups run on a volunteer basis. The handlers and their dogs make visits because they know the impact the animals can have on humans. It’s not unusual for these selfless folks and their furry companions to visit police stations and emergency call centers to help ease stress...
Why Some Pet Parents Choose In-Home Euthanasia
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Insurance Provider Shares Entertaining Reasons for Claims Involving Dogs, and We Can All Relate
U.K. and Canadian insurance provider Aviva has revealed some of the claims submitted by policyholders with dogs, and most of us pet parents can relate. According to the carrier, dogs have been a factor in close to 4,000 accidental damage claims over the past five years. They include instances ranging from damaged laptops to damaged dentures, and they all had one thing in common: their dogs were to blame — or at least being blamed. Almost any dog owner has had at least one pair of their favorite shoes devoured at some point in life, so...
Nonprofit, “My Grandfather’s Cat,” Celebrates 100th Adoption!
A 28-year-old Canadian woman who helps seniors rehome their pets has celebrated her 100th animal adoption! Angela Rafuse was inspired to create a charity benefitting seniors and their pets after her 85-year-old grandpa passed away before he could find a home for his cat, Mackenzie. None of his surviving relations had the ability to take the frightened calico in, so Angela made the decision to adopt the kitty herself. Photo: Pixabay/JosepMonter Seniors Living with Pets Angela moved back home to live with her parents in Halifax, Nova Scotia,...
Bathing Beauty Lexsa Can’t Wait for Summer and Adoption
A handsome girl who can’t get enough pool time in her life is looking forward to summer heat while planning for her inevitable adoption. Currently residing in Arizona, she’s sure the heat will come, but she’s a bit concerned about the adoption part. You see, when swim weather rolls around this June, she’ll have been a resident at the Pima Animal Care Center in Tucson for a full year, and no animal should have to wait that long for a forever home! This lovely lady and her brother were abandoned by one owner and then...
3 Things You Need to Know About a UTI in Dogs
Urinary tract infections are one of the most common health problems for dogs. As pet parents, you can help prevent UTIs with supplements that support kidney, bladder, and urinary tract health. To protect your pup from UTIs, you should know the signs and symptoms and get your dog to the vet if you suspect an infection. What’s more, you can support good urinary tract health with diet, regular pee breaks, good hygiene, and high-quality supplements. 1. How Dogs Get a UTI The urinary tract includes the urethra, bladder, ureters (tubes...
