

Cat-Opoly: All the Fun of Monopoly, Only Better
I haven’t played board games in a long time, but when I came across Cat-Opoly, I decided it’s time to put together a game night with friends! I loved playing Monopoly as a child. I’m not all that competitive in general, but I remember never being really happy with a game unless I had hotels on Boardwalk and Park Place. And for some reason, I also always wanted to own all four railroad stations. Cat-Opoly is the feline version of Monopoly. The game pieces are modeled after a


Can Cats and Pet Birds Live Safely Together?
If you’re going to add a bird to a household with cats, choose wisely. Smaller birds such as finches or canaries, who typically don’t like to be handled and are quite content to spend their lives in a cage, may be a better choice than parrots or cockatiels, who thrive on human interaction. Get the right cage for your bird A large, sturdy cage is a must. Make sure the cage is placed securely enough so it can’t be toppled. The cage needs to be large enough so birds can retrea


How To Stop Your Dog From Excited Peeing
You’ll be happy to know that dogs usually grow out of this phase. It’s actually quite common for puppies under one-year-old to pee when they are excited because they don’t have full control over their bladders yet. My little Gigi just turned one and I do notice a huge difference. While this issue will usually resolve itself when your pooch get’s a little older, there are a few things you can do in the meantime to help stop excited peeing. Keep Greetings Low-Key (I Mean, Real


How to Leash Train Your Cat
There is no question that indoor cats live longer and healthier lives. The average life expectancy for an indoor cat is 12 to 15 years vs. 4 to 5 years for an outdoor cat. To ensure that they also live happy lives, it is imperative that cat guardians provide a stimulating environment. If you feel strongly that your cat should have access to the great outdoors, leash training is a way to allow her to safely enjoy being outside. For some cats, safe outdoor excursions can help p


How To Pick The Best Pet Sitter
Planning time away from home involves more than travel arrangements. For pet parents, it also means choosing someone you trust to care for your pets while you are gone. Whether you share your home with dogs, cats, or a mix of both, finding the right pet sitter is an important decision. While friends or family may sometimes be an option, there are many situations where professional, in home pet care provides the safest and most reliable support. Anyone can call themselves a pe





















