Silly or sweet, dog-themed Valentine cards are a special treat for the dog lovers in your life. © Eva Blanco / EyeEm/ Getty Images Send your favorite dog lover something special with a fun, doggie-themed Valentine’s Day card. Here are a few of our favorites. Annie Butler Shirreffs Annie Butler Shirreffs has worked in the […]
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Have you ever taken an online class with your dog? In response to the pandemic there has been a tremendous growth in opportunities to train your dog online. Virtual Dog training can take the form of individual private lessons with a trainer or signing up for a group class that meets via zoom. For dog […]
With the utmost certainty, I assure you if the neighbors in our condo building ever listened to the conversations in our home, they were horrified and moved on. That’s because most of the time, my partner and I talk about dog poop. Our Labradors, Daisy and Jackson, have pooping issues. It makes city living in […]
Controlling pet hair in our home and vehicles is a perpetual challenge for pet parents. Fortunately, there are many tips & tricks for keeping your home or car (almost) fur-free. Controlling Pet Hair in Your Home First & foremost, if your pet starts shedding excessively it’s time to call your veterinarian. It may be a […]
As we continue to emerge from the protracted pandemic, two things are clear. First, our dogs have been all too happy to have us home. Second, we really need a vacation. ©marekuliasz | | Getty Images Luckily, as we enter winter, several Caribbean destinations offer attractive options to bring Fido along for a much-needed beach […]
The benefits of living with a dog or cat are numerous – for adults and kids alike! Here’s how caring for a pet can help make children more responsible and compassionate. How do you teach your child that they are not always the centre of the universe? How can you show them that a life well-lived includes, at times, putting the needs of others above their own?…