Everyday Pet Care

How Have Your Pets Changed Your Life?

Study after study has shown all of the positive impacts of having an animal companion -- less stress, better health, more exercise etcetera. But for many of us, the benefits of having our be…

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If Your Friends Acted Like Cats and Dogs (Funny Video)

A reader of my recent Dog vs. Cat Diary post suggested that those of us who find humor in showcasing the fundamental differences between America's two most popular pets should check out this YouTube v…

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Top 12 Dog Training Tips

Contrary to what you may have heard, you absolutely can teach an old dog new tricks. Training is an excellent way to bond with your furry friend, and encourages overall better behavior. From new puppi…

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Senior Cat Care

While cats aren’t going to need Botox or face-lifts as they grow older, they will need you to keep caring for them the way you have been -- with love and devotion. Caring for a senior cat …

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The 411 on Fostering

It’s no secret that we’ve got a serious case of animal overpopulation in this country. And though more people are starting to understand the necessity of spaying and neutering, dogs and cats are conti…

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Modern Dog Bowls for Stylish Pups

While dogs themselves cannot be trendy, their owners sure can be. These are dog bowls for the set who is purchasing hip shower heads for loft bathrooms, and who are hiring Brooklyn remodelers to refur…

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Should Medical Marijuana be Legalized for Pets?

My readers know I think "out of the box" when it comes to pets. After all, I create music for dogs (and cats soon) that relieves anxiety issues. Canine sound therapy isn't exactly seen as a mainstream…

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How to Pick the Right Vet

Whether you’re a first-time pet guardian, moving to a new city, or just unhappy with your current vet, there’s no doubt that finding the right doctor for your animal companion is important. Just as yo…

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Can a Vegetarian Feed Her Cats Raw Meat?

I've always been wary of my cats' dry kibble. My two cats -- Bubba Lee Kinsey and Phoenix -- are predators, after all, with fangs, claws, and an instinct to hunt. Their teeth are designed to tear fles…

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9 Reasons to Love Mutts

The largest percentage of dogs euthanized in shelters is medium to large mixed-breed dogs - a ridiculous statistic, since we all know that mutts are awesome! Here are the top nine reasons wh…

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