Frequent Urination in Dogs: How Often Should Your Dog Pee?
Wait, didn’t your dog just ask to go out? Why is she standing by the door again, whining? Changes in...
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How to Tell If a Cat Is Pregnant: 5 Tell-Tale Signs
It can happen to the best pet parents. Your indoor cat slips outside and now you’re wondering if she’s expecting...
Keeping Canine Teeth Healthy — The 5 Best and Worst Chews for Your Dog
Of course you love spoiling your pet! But before giving your dog a chew toy, take a closer look. Could...
My Dog Ate Chocolate but Seems OK: What Do I Do?
Your dog just discovered (and devoured) your secret chocolate stash. You’ve heard time and again chocolate is harmful — even...
Puppy Breath: Why You Love It and How to Prolong the Sweetness
Most people wouldn’t automatically associate dog breath with a great smell, but there are many puppy owners who know and...
The Benefits of Prozac for Dogs
Does your dog suffer from separation anxiety? If so, it can be really hard for you to leave the house,...
10 Signs of Kidney Failure in Dogs
If you notice your dog peeing more than usual, drinking copious amounts of water or you feel like he’s “just...
Home Remedies for Hotspots on Dogs
Hotspots on dogs are a common skin ailment you’ve probably seen but don’t know about. Hotspots typically appear as moist,...
How to Cure a Dog Yeast Infection — and How to Prevent Them
As a dog owner, you may not imagine that your four-legged friend could get a yeast infection. However, a dog...
How to Make a Dog Vomit in an Emergency
It’s probably safe to say that learning how to make a dog vomit isn’t on top of your list of...
Care.com Interview Series: Pet Care Expert Talks Bloat and Torsion in Dogs
Bloat and torsion are two very serious (and sometimes fatal) conditions that often affect large breeds of dogs — and...
Mucus in Dog Stool: The Common Causes
You’d do anything for your dog, even check his stool, especially if you thought something could be wrong. Notice any...
Neurological Disorders in Dogs: Signs and Care Tactics
Neurological disorders in dogs can be scary, as they come on suddenly, leaving you feeling helpless. It’s important for you...
Pneumonia in Dogs — What You Should Know
If you’ve noticed your dog doesn’t have much spunk in his step, is losing weight or has been coughing, he...
Staph Infection In Dogs: How To Help Your Dog Cope
You’ve heard about people suffering from staph infections, but did you know that staph infection in dogs could happen too?...
Tramadol for Dogs: Advantages, Disadvantages and Side Effects
When your dog is in pain, all you want to do is make that pain go away, but pain medication...
What to Do if You See Blood in Dog Urine
Blood in dog urine is often difficult to detect, especially if your pet eliminates outside in the grass or dirt....
Why Is My Dog Shivering? 7 Reasons and Remedies
It’s common to see a dog shivering playfully, but involuntary shaking may be a sign of something other than excitement....
14 Symptoms of Distemper in Cats
Feline panleukopenia, also known as distemper, is a highly contagious but often curable disease. Not sure how to tell if...
Interview with an Expert: Herpes Eye Infections in Cats
Fiona, a Scottish Fold and one of our five cats, has had eye problems since she was a kitten. She...
15 Best Dog Training Books
If you recently got a dog, you’re probably overwhelmed with information to read. But what are the best dog training...
Finding Your Ideal Pet Care
>> Are you looking for a dog sitter? Find dog sitters in your area now. Whether it’s a regular dog walker...
These Are the 9 Most Common Summer Dangers for Pets
Here are the nine most common summer dangers for pets, along with tips for how you can keep your animal safe...
7 Signs of Great Overnight Pet Care Facilities
What you should look for when choosing overnight care for your pet. Overnight pet care, or pet boarding, can be...
Is Your Dog Panting Excessively?
All dogs pant, especially when it’s hot outside. However, if you’ve noticed your dog panting excessively in conditions when they are relaxed...
How to Care for A Cat: Tips and Tricks for New Owners
Looking for pet care? Find cat sitters in your area now. Many pet owners consider cats to be the perfect...
Eco-friendly Fur Care for Dogs
by freelance writer Riley Herder >> Looking for pet care? Find dog sitters in your area now. Having a dog...
How to Make Eco-friendly Dog Treats
by freelance writer Riley Herder Looking for pet care near you? Find a sitter here! If you have been...
Should You Get Your Child a Pet Bird?
by freelance writer Riley Herder Pets—in addition to bicycles and inflatable pools—are in higher demand during the COVID-19 pandemic than...
4 Important Tips for Building an Outdoor Bunny Hutch
by freelance writer Riley Herder Finding the right habitat for your bunny is an important step, but it can be...