9 Ways to Cat-Proof Your Home

Adopting a kitten or cat from an animal shelter or local rescue group can be fun and exciting but temper your enthusiasm with a dose of safety. In our pet first aid/CPR classes I team with the help of Pet Safety Cat Casey, I alert my students that cats are not small dogs. Cats are…

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Recognizing Ear Issues In Your Dog

Canine ears can be floppy, folded, erect and everything in between. We know that our dogs depend on their keen sense of hearing to track their surroundings. They depend on us to make sure their ears stay healthy. That’s why it is important to conduct a weekly sniff test inside your dog’s ears, using your…

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Does My Dog Need a Coat in the Cold Weather?

I live in Texas with a reputation for being scorching hot, but even the Lone Star State does experience freezing temperatures and yes, ice and snow. I also live with Kona, Emma and Nova. My dogs all sport shorthaired coats, and they definitely benefit from wearing cozy coats when temperatures dip below freezing during outdoor…

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