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Family Movie Night: The Secret Life of Pets (Coming Soon!)
What do your pets do when you are away? You might be surprised at the antics and systems they have developed to deal with your absence. While there is at least one video that details a cat’s life exploring the neighborhood, nothing will quite spark your imagination or have you wondering exactly what the pet door leads to like The Secret Life of Pets. From the creators of Despicable Me comes a whole new story full of characters you can love, and characters you would love to hate, but just can’t.
Kids Will Love It, Adults Will Relate to It
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read moreBest Ways to Protect Your Dog’s Paws
Dog’s paws can be just as sensitive as your own feet. The problem is that, unlike people, pups don’t slip on their shoes before they head out the dog door for a stroll in the yard. When it comes to extreme weather temperatures and even when you don’t think the temperature is extreme, it’s important to do what you can to protect your pup’s paws.
Protection from Heat
Did you know that when it is just over seventy degrees outside the asphalt is over one hundred twenty degrees? Your pup’s tender paws can...
read moreHow to Combat Fleas & Ticks
Fleas and ticks are not just a nuisance to your pet. They can cause serious health issues like Lyme disease, anxiety, and skin disorders, among other things. They can cause so much anxiety that your pet may even start to balk at going out the dog door because he or she does not want to deal with the fleas outside. As a responsible pet owner, it is important to take steps to treat and prevent ticks and fleas so that you and your pet can have a happier life together.
Prevention
Preventing flea and tick infestation is much...
read moreHow to Safely Travel with Your Pets
Pets and travel do not always mix well. However, sometimes you are left no choice but to take your pet beyond what lies outside the pet door. When you do, it is important to take a few steps that can make the travel time less stressful for you and your pet. Many of the things you do may not seem like a big deal to you, but they can mean a world of difference to your pet as a travel companion.
Consider Leaving Them at Home
No matter what you do, travel creates high levels of anxiety for some pets. Rather than...
read morePet Adoption vs. Breeders
Are you someone who is preparing for a pet in the same way that you would prepare for a child? You have the pet doors already installed, empty food bowls ready to be filled, and you are scouring the Internet to learn which brands of pet food are going to serve your new family member best because that is just what they are, a member of your family. Now you just have to decide whether you adopt a pet from a shelter or go offer a down payment to a high-end breeder.
Health Concerns
Some people prefer to go...
read moreTop Benefits of Adopting Pets
Have you spent too long with a pet door that does not get used? If so, it may be time to look for a new pet. Don’t think that you have to visit a breeder or a specialty pet shop. Your new companion may be waiting for you at the nearest pet shelter or foster home. While having a pet is almost always beneficial to humans, adopting a pet offers even more benefits than selecting one based on bloodline and popularity.
Mutt Love
The common mutt has always gotten a bad rap because it is not a pure bred animal. However, there is far more to the perfect pet than a straight...
read moreList of Some of the Most Popular Pet Products
Everyone has their own way of showing love to their pet. Some stick with the basic supplies and consider a dog door to be of the utmost luxury for a pet. Others go so far as to implement cosmetic devices and post more on their social media accounts about their pets than themselves.
Whatever your method of adorning or placating your pet, some of the most popular products today can keep your pet safer than ever before, while allowing you to shower your pet with gifts at the same time.
Collars and Leashes
Every seasoned pet owner knows that all collars are...
read moreAre You Contributing to Your Dog Being Overweight?
Maybe you just love giving your dog treats for no reason. Perhaps you are both on the same eating schedule. Maybe you even share your dinner with your pup after one look at those pleading eyes. As much as you are doing everything out of love, you may be doing more harm than good with these methods. You don’t have to wait until your dog absolutely cannot make it through the dog door before you do something about the developing weight problem.
Assessing Weight
Different breeds have different common weight goals. Do a bit of research, or ask your vet about a good weight for...
read moreAddressing Health Risks of Overweight Cats
Just like with humans, cats are at risk for several health issues if they are carrying around excessive weight. Since cats will eat just about anything and can be pretty demanding about when they want to eat, it is important for their owners to modify their diet to fit what the cat needs, rather than what the cat wants.
If your cat has to squeeze through the cat door to get outside, there is definitely a weight problem. However, it might not be that obvious. As the owner, it is your responsibility to give your pet the best possible chance at a healthy life by following the proper precautions.
Are Fitness Trackers for Pets Something to Look For in the Future?
Technology has offered a lot to those who are trying to get into shape, or simply stay fit. Now, manufacturers are taking it to the next level and helping people keep their pets healthy at the same time. Has your cat gone out the cat door less frequently? Has your dog lost interest in his ball?
Now you can see if their habits are just changing to other areas of interest, or if your pet is getting less exercise. New activity monitoring devices can be attached to a collar to see just how much exercise your pets are getting. In some cases, these devices can tell you when your pup has a fever.