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
Veterinarian Sits In Hot Car To See What It Feels Like For Dogs
We hear the same story over and over—a helpless dog left in a burning hot car with their human nowhere to be seen. Despite lawmakers, judges, and news reporters spreading the word about the potentially deadly situation, dogs across the nation are still left in hot cars every day. One North Carolina veterinarian set out to show pet parents why they shouldn’t use the excuses: "But I left the windows cracked open” or “I’ll only be a few minutes.” The Experiment Dr. Ernie Ward
DIY Dog Puzzle: Takes Less Than 5 Minutes To Make!
Do you ever wish there was a way to entertain your dog when you’re working, cooking, or just too busy to play? Well, this DIY dog puzzle may do the trick! How It Works This puzzle is nothing more than a cut up water bottle stuffed with treats. Your dog has to paw at the bottle and spin it around to make the treats fall out. When I first put the “toy” on my floor, my two pups were immediately intrigued. They knew treats were inside, they just didn’t know how to get them out a
How to Help Your Cat and Dog Get Along
Despite the stereotype of “fighting like cats and dogs,” cats and dogs can live together peacefully in the same household and even become best friends. If you are thinking of adding a canine companion to your feline household, some simple common sense precautions will ensure that everyone gets along. Why dogs chase cats Dogs chase cats because of their prey drive. Dog breeds with a higher prey drive may not be a good choice for your household, or it may take more time and ef
