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Ways to Keep Halloween Fun, Not Frightful, For Furry Friends
The decorations are up and the candy's bought, but have your prepped your pets for this big day? Remember never force an animal into an outfit and keep him out of harm's way.
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I Need Your Help . . . Must Two Dogs Equal Two Leashes?
Whether it's double trouble or two times the fun, two pups definitely provide twice the tangles when being walked together. I'm a fan of tandem leashes (like this one) in theory, but I've never had to hook North up with another furry friend.
Community Member Kelli Ann asks:
This is our second dog and we want to try out a dual leash.
A Piece O'Pumpkin Advice For Jack-O'-Lantern Snacks
Since pumpkin is high on my list of healthy foods for a chubby or rumbly puppy tummy no matter the season, I feel the need to address those carved creations, if that's your kind of thing.
Not only can an open flame pose a danger, the unlit pumpkin is not pet-safe! While the fresh stuff is fine for furry friends, don't leave the jack-o'-lantern within paws' reach — after being carved and exposed to air, the vegetable grows bacteria and mold, which is very dangerous to doggies.
To the Rescue: How to Make Friends With a Friend's Cat
While my house is feline-free, I've got plenty of friends with kitty housemates. Most of the time, they're pretty receptive to my overtures, but here's an easy tip I've learned the sharp way.
When reaching out to pet a cat, approach with fingers tucked under and fist together.
6 Places For Pet-Proofing and Protection
When it comes to dangerous items in your home, an accident is just something you haven't prevented yet. For furry families with nosy noses, check out six places you can make these pet-proofing and protection steps.
Pet-Proofing Your Laundry
Pet-Proofing Your Bathroom
Pet-Proofing Your Kitchen Area
Protect the Pumpkins
Protect the Toilet Paper
Protect the Electrical Cords
Don't Be Surprised If a Shelter Asks For These 6 Things . . .
OK, you've done your homework and you're ready to check out local shelters and rescue organizations to pick up a pooch — congratulations! Before you walk in the door, be prepared for these six common requests . .
I Need Your Help . . . Dealing With Aggressive Dogs on Walks
Nothing turns a walk time from rad to bad quicker than a foul-tempered pooch. I'd hazard a guess that very few, very lucky pet owners have never encountered an aggressive dog while out and about — even an attempted lunge is scary stuff — and what if it continues on way too far? Community member Beaner explains:
We've been going in the woods off-leash ever since we had our dog and, last weekend, the same dog went after him for the third time.
9 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Adopting
It's Adopt a Shelter Dog Month! Throughout October, I'll be sharing tips and tricks for rescuing pooches. If you're thinking about getting a pup, make sure you can answer "yes" to the following nine questions first .
I Need Your Help . . . Cat Eats Every Fabric Scrap Found!
Now it's one thing if your feline fixates on one particular item you can keep out of reach (for a pal, it's their sponge), but what do you do if a pet seems to want to eat every cut of cloth he gets his claws into?! Community Member Flack explains:
Our little guy, Malachi, is eating everything and has been doing so for over a year. We can't have curtains, we hide our cushions and dish towels, we keep our towels out of the bathroom and make sure to keep our bedroom and all closets closed.
6 Quick Training Tips For School-Less Doggie Lessons
Most kids are already back in school, so let's use this season as an excuse to brush up on our dogs' training and welcome back their best behavior, too. Check out six little changes to bring about big results!
Try Tiny Training Treats
Choose Your Words Carefully
Switch Up the Lesson Settings
Bring It in Public
Teach the Hand Touch
Just (Don't) Say No
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