Arizona has seen a lot of changes in the past few years - including a big migration to our beautiful city! While we welcome all these newcomers, we are seeing a lot of people move here without knowing how to protect their pets. We hope this article will help you prepare and keep your pets [...]
Despite awareness that Mother’s Day is on its way, somehow each year a majority of us find ourselves not really knowing what to buy our beloved Mom. We stand in line at the mall grabbing the first thing we see, which coincidentally was the last thing on the shelf. Don’t worry - you still have [...]
As Arizonans, we’re pretty aware of dangers to our dogs and cats in the form of coyotes, bobcats, snakes, cactus and toxic plants. But, how many of you are aware of the dangers of hawks and owls? One family found out the hard way when their puppy was taken by an owl! Source: Foothills [...]
One of the most painful experiences we encounter in life is when our pets pass on. The one flaw Fido and Fluffy possess is that they do not live long enough. As a family member, their passing is always extremely difficult for us to bear. […]
Pet Shopping? Here’s what you should know before you buy (accidentally or intentionally) your next pet from a “puppy mill”. Where do you go when you are looking to add a four-legged friend to your family? There are thousands of unwanted, stray animals that deserve a chance at a loving, forever home. Your local Humane Society, County and rescue groups are bombarded with abandoned or unwanted pets daily! Even your local Petsmart or Petco work with shelters and groups to match rescued furry friends with compatible owners. […]
By 5 pm every single day so many pets with a lifetime left to give will be killed because no one steps up. Think about that. I am sure you shake your head and say; "Sad, but it is not my problem." I challenge you to walk the chaotic hallways of the pound. I challenge [...]
Halloween festivities and trick-or-treating can be entertaining for all ages, although it can be frightening for pets. Here are some great tips to consider. 1. Isolate Your Pets Pets can become stressed when loud ghosts and goblins knock at your door. Place your pet in a closed room in your home. Make sure that your [...]
Many years ago, the only cat litter was clumping clay litter. Today, there are so many cat litters on the market it will make your paws pause! Upon doing some research, I found that sodium bentonite is what makes clay cat litter clump. Sodium bentonite acts like an expandable cement, which is why they caution [...]
