Introducing the new dog to your home is an exciting time of change and new beginnings. It’s also a time that warrants care and reflection. Your new canine companion is likely feeling pretty stressed under all the recent…
Moving with a pet can be a challenge. On top of organizing your belongings, you must also keep your pet in mind. Animals struggle with significant changes. A mismanaged move can lead to heightened anxiety in your pet, potential health complications, and stress for everyone involved.
Road trips are exciting times for the people involved, but they can be less thrilling for the dogs in the vehicle. But even if your pet loves rides in the car, you still want to do everything you…
Every year, millions of Americans move across and outside of the country. According to the US Census Bureau, 27.1 million Americans relocated in 2021. And with dogs present in more than 69 million households, it’s not surprising that…
Over 2 million pets and other live animals are transported by air every year in the United States according to the U.S. Department of Transportation. With that many pets and other animals taking to the air, airlines have…
You might not think that your dog, like you, needs to adapt to their surroundings when you move into a new neighborhood. Dogs have a great sense of orientation and territory and can understand what’s around them just by sniffing the area. Their acute senses can make them very sensitive to change, so you should take steps to make them as comfortable as possible in their new home. Here provide some dog walking tips to help you support your best friend in your new neighborhood.
After a move, it takes some time for all of us to settle into our new homes, but it may take your cat longer to adjust to its new environment. The best way to encourage your feline friend…
Dogs are incredibly intelligent, intuitive creatures. They are capable of learning and picking up on human emotions. Their complexity means that they understand love and devotion and is what earned them the position of “man’s best friend.” There are, therefore, many different ways to show your dog you love him that he will understand and that will strengthen your bond with one another.
A lot of people simply can’t imagine living their lives without their furry companions. A 2018 survey by the American Pet Products Association (APPA) showed that 68% of American households own a pet — a significant increase of 56%…
Bringing a new puppy into your life is an exciting time, especially if you can remove the stress of transporting the puppy to your home. Part of your journey with your new best friend will be helping them…
Finding the perfect puppy is one thing, but having a puppy shipped home is another. Maybe you’re looking at a special breed from another country. Perhaps you found the perfect companion while traveling abroad but couldn’t bring them…
Sometime in your pet parent career, you’ll likely encounter the pet carrier vs crate debate. Cats and dogs need a safe and comfortable space for transport, training, and habitation. Crates are sturdy, but are they necessary for local…
Pets need protection, especially when they travel. Many people insure their pets on a monthly basis, but this is different from pet travel insurance. In a nutshell, regular pet insurance coverage includes routine veterinarian costs such as check-ups,…
Dog Car Anxiety: Everything You Need to Know If your beloved dog gets agitated or shows signs of distress in a moving vehicle, it is most likely due to anxiety. Dog car ride anxiety is a common problem.…
In the United States, around 10 million pets are lost every year, with the majority of them ending up in animal shelters. On average, there are 920,000 shelter animals euthanized annually. Of those, approximately 390,000 are dogs. As…