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Are Your Pets Scared of Fireworks?
Happy Fourth of July! I've shared my tips to prep pets for firecrackers, but for those of you who can hear them from your homes, are your pets ever affected?
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Are Your Pets Scared of Fireworks?
To the Rescue: Fireworks Are Scary!
Fireworks can be very frightening to a dog . . .
Scaredy Dog
North is normally a pretty quiet pup that only occasionally barks at a knock at the door or a ringing telephone. However, a guaranteed, ten-minute tizzy starter is the buzzer at my building's entranceway. My friends know to always phone but never ring when they arrive, but for deliveries or unexpected guests, I'm left no choice but to answer the door while I'm trying to talk him down.
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Do Tell: What Is Your Pet's Zaniest Fear?
I can't help but giggle as the lilI Need Your Help . . . How to Deal With "Happy Pee"
Over the weekend, I met a Maltese with a bit of a pee-pee problem. The owner scooped her up, apologized profusely when I wanted into the apartment, and admitted she had no idea how to predict or stop this.
Flashback to a childhood friend of mine: we knew to knock on her door and immediately step back so her pooch would come outside to greet us .
I Need Your Help . . . Co-worker Won't Stop Breed Stereotyping!
This insanely adoro pooch is named Harley – personally, I don't see how could you not love her cute face?! Well, seems her owner BloodyFuFu faces the problem that (sadly) many pittie owners see: people who want nothing to do with this breed based on things they've "heard."
Since they're in a pet-friendly office, several people bring dogs and she's worked with several co-workers to help them see how sweet her pooch is .
Kitty Lovers, Just Say "No Thanks" to Easter Lilies!
I've shared doggy dangers lurking in your Easter basket, but I wanted to remind you about a popular holiday flower that should never be brought into a home that includes cats.
Easter lilies are one of the most poisonous flowers for kitties. In fact, just one or two leaves or flowers can fatally harm a feline so, even if you think your pet will show no interest in this plant, please take no chances.
Which Personality Does Your Cat Have?
We've had several recent tales at Sugar HQ of beloved kitties gone missing. Sad. When checking at area shelters, one staffer got a handout with "search strategies" that she was kind enough to share.
Play CatFeats With Your Feline!
It may seem like dog owners have all the fun and games, fetching at the dog park and such. Fear not, feline fans, this indoor game will let you (and up to three pals) get closer to your kitty (or up to four) than ever before.Meet CatFeats ($20), this box packs ways to test – and treat – your kitty. You'll actually get to know your cat better with experiments, cuddles, compliments, toys, gestures, and tiny treats to see where her motivation is.
Last-Minute Gifts For Cat Lovers
The clock may be ticking for you to find the perfect gift for the kitty lover in your life, but fear no more. Here are a few inspirational ideas for simple gifts you can pick up at home-decor shops, superstores, and even the supermarket.
- What cat lover wouldn't adore this K Studio Cat Pillow ($110)?
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