Finding a new vet in your new town doesn’t have to be just another stressful task on your seemingly never-ending to-do list. It can be a fun, educational experience for you and even for your pet. Acquaint you and your dog with your new surroundings by going on a drive or a walk around town to visit prospective veterinary facilities. Make all the necessary preparations before you move, and keep an eye out for certain services and conveniences each possible vet offers.
The majority of our sentient population would agree that moving is a hassle we’d rather not deal with. Unfortunately, most of us have to move at multiple points in our lives, and that means taking our furry companions with us. While relocating a pet can add another dimension of stress to an already stressful situation, there are various ways you can help calm your pet’s, and by extension your, anxiety about moving.
Finagling the complexities of a new roommate situation is difficult enough on its own. When you add one another’s pets to the equation, things have the potential to get even more complicated. Introducing the pets to one another can be a stressful endeavor, but doing it the smart way can lead to a beautiful furry friendship.
According to a recent YouGov survey, 88% of pet owners consider their pet to be a member of the family, so it’s only natural that you’d want them to join you on your family vacation. While traveling with…
Depending on where you and your dog call home, summertime may mean that your pup needs increased protection from dangerous and pesky parasites. Parasites generally thrive in warmer environments, so the climate of your region will determine whether…
Are you thinking about expanding your family with a furry friend? Before you make your decision, consider the often overlooked but incredibly rewarding option of adopting a senior pet. While younger animals tend to steal the spotlight at…
Cats are intelligent, energetic critters that enrich our lives and make us feel whole. Show your furry felines just how much they mean to you by trying out these DIY cat toys. They’re fun and inexpensive to make, and you may find that they last longer than the pricier toys from the pet store. Many of the supplies you’ll need are probably lying around your home, so gather them up and enlist your feline companion in a day of creativity and playtime.
Below, our team at Pet Van Lines, the coast-to-coast cat moving specialists, have shared their top picks for favorite cat toys.
Summer is here, which means that the outrageous mane your pet sports right now could be swelteringly unpleasant unless you take steps to de-shag it. Besides that, all pets need a certain level of grooming throughout the year,…
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.
We all know that the process of moving can be difficult and stressful to your pet. Even animals that love riding in the car can get more and more stressed the further from familiar territory that they get.…
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.