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Reading Time: 2 minutes Awhile back, I wrote about goat yoga. But, since most people are more likely to be in closer proximity to a cat than a goat, today I decided to take a look at the world of cat yoga through some fun facts. •According to Hillspet.com, practicing yoga with your cat can be a great way…
Reading Time: 3 minutes Spring has sprung, and so have those beautiful white and multi-colored lilies. While these annual favorites between Easter and Mother’s Day brighten up gardens, rooms and faces, they contain toxins that can be deadly to pets, especially cats. Exposure to any part of the plant, including leaves, flowers, pollen—or even the water from the vase—may…
Reading Time: 2 minutes I recently created this orange guy after I had a vision of him in my head. He reminds me of all wonderful orange cats, including Jingles, a cat I adopted a few years ago who lives with my son now. In my mind’s eye, for no particular reason, I envisioned a pleasantly plump orange cat…
Reading Time: 3 minutes Warmer weather means many dogs are outside and exploring more, which might mean an increased need for doggie baths. But, having a dog who doesn’t enjoy bathtime can make you both dread the experience. Fortunately, there are some products that might help make your furry friend a little more tolerant of the whole process while…
Reading Time: < 1 minute Cat Matter, a creators of innovative cat furniture, recently announced the launch of its newly redesigned Cat Case Combination Cat Tower and Bookcase. The launch will take place on April 11. Customers who place orders on launch day will enjoy free shipping. The original Cat Case launched on Kickstarter in 2017 as an alternative to…
Reading Time: 3 minutes It’s been a busy week—but in a good way—so instead of being able to post something new today, I revised one of my all-time favorite articles and am re-sharing it. I hope you enjoy it! Every once in awhile, I will think of something kind of “out there,” product-wise for pets and do a search…
Reading Time: 2 minutes President Biden’s dog, Major, has been in the news for nipping two people in two separate incidents recently, sparking a bit of a controversy between those who say the dog is just adjusting to new surroundings, and those who think a dog who bites shouldn’t be in the White House. Citing that situation, as well…
Reading Time: 2 minutes Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) NY will Spring Forward with Hope and continue to help keep New Yorkers and their pets together at their Annual Spring Benefit, which will take place virtually this year on Tuesday, May 11 from 6:30-7:15 p.m. Registration is now open online at event.gives/pawsvirtualbenefit. PAWS NY is dedicated to doing everything…
Reading Time: < 1 minute A first-time children’s book author has earned a prestigious gold level Mom’s Choice Award for “Please Don’t Tell Cooper He’s a Dog,” a book for children ages 2 to 8. The book, by Michelle Lander Feinberg, tells the story of a beloved rescue dog named Cooper who is a little confused about how dogs are…
Reading Time: 2 minutes Today I’m reviewing a recent purchase — the Van Ness Corner Enclosed Cat Pan. By the way, that adorable pawprint mat is from Dollar General. It was only $4, and I’m planning on going back and grabbing a couple more to put under the pet’s good dishes. It looks nice, its inexpensive and it has…
Reading Time: 3 minutes For many, there’s no greater joy in my life than having pets – but trying to rid one’s home of pet hair, dander and odors are a different story. With that in mind, guest author Tyler Evans of dogzasters.com, did some research and found some of the best budget-friendly advice out there to help dog…
Reading Time: 3 minutes by guest author Penny Martin If you’ve recently launched a new business and plan to welcome a new pet into the family, you may have concerns about being able to handle both responsibilities simultaneously. It’s wise to weigh the decision carefully. The key to success is spending the time to research and create strategies. Most…
Reading Time: 2 minutes Originally unveiled at the 2020 Pet Expo, Nina Ottosson by Petstages cat games have made a big impression on cat parents worldwide. As the first of their kind, Petstages cat games offer physical and mental stimulation for cats, and are also designed with the ability to adjust the level of difficulty in order to exercise…
Reading Time: 2 minutes Following an annual tradition, IKEA encouraged children across the globe to take part in the Soft Toy Drawing Competition and unleash their imagination creating the soft toys of their dreams and for The SAGOSKATT collection, a range of limited-edition soft toys designed by kids for kids. Five unique drawings were selected by a jury at…
Reading Time: < 1 minute MADIGene therapy company ENDSULIN is looking for diabetic dogs to participate in a study to evaluate the effectiveness of a treatment that could reduce or even eliminate insulin injections. According to a press release, the study could be a critical step in advancing a one-time diabetes treatment in both dogs and humans. Ideal dogs are…
Reading Time: 3 minutes Pet Poison Helpline Launches ‘Toxin Tails’ to Educate Pet Lovers and Veterinary Staff In this “Toxin Tail,” Pet Poison Helpline shares the story of a very deadly mushroom and a very lucky dog What happens when your previously healthy pet eats something he found in your yard and wakes up the next morning completely…
Reading Time: 2 minutes Well, we’re in love!… …With a very special puppy named Skipper. How could we not be? Look at this face! We first found out about Skipper from a post by iheartdogs. According to Neel Veterinary Hospital in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Skipper is a miracle pup who has “survived longer than we suspect any other canine…
Reading Time: < 1 minute In “Why didn’t we think of that?” product announcement news, we’re bringing you a look at the PetSafe® Cat Corridor™ Interior Cat Door. Not only is it an indoor cat door, but it has a cat-shaped design. According to a press release from PetSafe®, the Cat Corridor™ Interior Cat Door is durable and easy to…
Reading Time: 2 minutes The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) and other wildlife agencies around the country are urging stores who sell aquarium products to remove a “moss ball” aquarium plant product from their shelves and for customers to dispose of the contaminated product after invasive zebra mussels have been found “hitchhiking” on these products in Texas and…
Reading Time: 2 minutes Ally Financial, Alex Bowman, driver of the Ally-sponsored No. 48 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE of Hendrick Motorsports, and Best Friends Animal Society are teaming up to improve animal welfare across the U.S. Ally will donate $1,000 to a shelter in each city that hosts a NASCAR Cup Series race—with a total of $33,000 being given to…
Reading Time: 2 minutes According to a press release, some dogs in New Jersey are employees in a unique line of work. Bed Bug Sniffers, a bed bug inspection service based out of Burlington, New Jersey, recently announced the launch of its new operation. It will serve residents and business owners in Burlington County and Camden County by assisting…
Reading Time: 2 minutes Since late December 2020, hundreds of pets have died due to contaminated pet food. According to a press release from Truth About Pet Food.com, these deaths could have been prevented through proper monitoring of ingredients and pet foods. In the same timeframe – but only after pets died – 60 million pounds of corn-based dog…