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  • Your Complete Guide to Puppy Potty Training

    The younger puppies are, the more frequently they have to relieve themselves. Housetraining takes work, but a little training trouble now will save you a lot of cleaning trouble later. Get your puppy on the right track as quickly as possible with their potty behaviors by using these guidelines for housebreaking a puppy.ADVERTISING Be a …

    February 25, 2019
  • Declawing Cats: Far Worse than a Manicure

    People often mistakenly believe that declawing their cats is a harmless “quick fix” for unwanted scratching. They don’t realize that declawing can make a cat less likely to use the litter box or more likely to bite. Declawing also can cause lasting physical problems for your cat. Many countries have banned declawing. The Humane Society …

    February 25, 2019
  • Living in a Multicat Household

    Cats can be social animals, however, not every cat will get along with every other cat. This can manifest itself in a number of ways from outright aggressive behavior to food issues, inappropriate elimination, scratching and overgrooming. If you live in a multicat household you should become adept at reading the body language of the …

    February 25, 2019
  • How to Train Your Dog for the Trail

    Want to take your pups hiking? Keep them safe—and make them good ambassadors for caninekind—with these basic training tips. Linda Mullally – May 9, 2017 Adapted from Hiking and Backpacking with Dogs, by Linda Mullally. Check out the full book here. There are cultures where it is accepted for dogs to roam all day and come home for …

    February 25, 2019
  • The 7 Most Important Dog Training Skills

    Dog training is a lifelong process, but some skills are more important than others.  Think of mastering these essential dog training skills as laying the foundation, and preparing your dog for a lifetime of good behavior and companionship. Whether you just brought home a puppy, adopted a shelter dog, or want to brush up your old dog’s …

    February 25, 2019
  • Litter Training

    Learning how to use the litter box is an important part of early feline development, but “training” is a bit of a misnomer! Kittens naturally understand the litter box and will be drawn to use it as long as you provide them the proper encouragement. Here’s what you need to know about helping get kittens …

    February 25, 2019
  • Transitioning Your Pet’s Food

    Gradually Mix the Food It is important to change diets gradually.  Switching foods too quickly can cause vomiting, diarrhea, or excess gas.  Unlike humans, dogs and cats often eat the same diet for months or years, and their digestive systems are not as used to change. If at any time during transition, your pet experiences …

    February 25, 2019
  • Introducing Cats to Cats

    Some people say cats are like chips — you can’t have just one! As one of the 85 million1 cat owners out there, you may be considering adding a new feline friend to your home. Whether your current cat is lonely, her companion cat recently passed away or you simply love cats, it is important to …

    February 25, 2019

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