By Arden Moore Some cats vomit. Some cats regurgitate. Some do both. Both result in smelly messes. Yuck to both! Cats can be masters at hiding pain or ailments, so it is important to pay attention to these food-related actions. It is also important to know when to have your cat examined by your veterinarian. Your first question to answer: …
The Hazards of Happy Tails in Dogs
A dog’s tail is more than just a wagging accessory — it plays an important role in communication, balance, and even warmth. Dogs use their tails to signal their emotions, steer in the water, and some even curl their tails around their noses to stay warm on chilly nights. For many pet parents, nothing is more heartwarming than being greeted …
Is Your Pet Choking or Just Coughing? How to Tell the Difference
By Arden Moore When it comes to keeping pets safe, you need more than just your eyes and hands—you also need your ears. Each year, more than 200,000 dogs and cats die from choking (American Veterinary Medical Association). Tragically, many of these emergencies are preventable. As a master-certified pet first aid and CPR instructor, and director of education for the …
How to Cool Down an Overheated Dog: Surprising Science Behind a Simple Head Dunk
By Arden Moore Summer is here in full force—and so is the heat. While many of us love soaking up the sun with our dogs, it’s important to know that hot weather can pose serious risks for our canine companions. Heat stroke in dogs can happen in minutes, and without proper prevention, it can be deadly. As a Master Certified …
Poison Hemlock Warning: Protect Your Dog on Walks and Trails
Most dogs love leashed walks, especially when they get the chance to sniff out new trails and explore new environments. My own dogs, Kona and Emma, are no exception. But before you head out to a new park or nature area, it’s critical to check whether the environment is safe—especially when it comes to toxic plants like poison hemlock. A …
Effective Game Plan to Reunite Lost Pets with Their Families
Lost Pets In my neighborhood, every day it seems that a person reports that their dog or cat is missing. I spot the new “lost dog” poster on my leashed walks with my dogs, Kona and Emma. I view pleas from pet parents posted on Next Door and other apps. Even the most conscientious pet parent may experience a lost …
Giving Medicine to Your Pet Minus the Struggle
By Arden Moore Medicine Saves the Day You bring your ailing dog or cat to the veterinary clinic where your veterinarian performs a thorough exam. She pinpoints the cause and provides a treatment plan for a full recovery. You experience a sense of relief until your veterinarian hands you a bottle of medicine. She instructs you on the need to …
Jazz up Dog Walks With Parkour
By Arden Moore Fun Matters for Walks No matter the size, breed, personality, age or energy level, all dogs deserve enrichment and opportunities to explore and sniff. Be your dog’s best pal by not falling into a common boring routine – taking your dog on a walk at the same time of day for the same duration and on the …
Keeping Pets Safe During the Icy, Cold, Snowy Winter
By Arden Moore When It Gets Cold The brrrrr is on! Ice storms, heavy snowfalls, and plummeting temperatures can make outdoor exercise for dogs quite challenging. For tips on keeping dogs safe during cold winter months, I reached out to a trio of professional pet sitters who live in cold states. They include Amanda Waring and Jayde McEdwards from an …
The Doggone Dangers of Dogs Raiding Litter Boxes
Kitty Candy Some dogs just can’t say no to opportunities to grab poop deposited by the family cat in the litter box. There is the obvious reaction from many of us – yuck! Gross! And, definitely, we do our best not to be on the receiving end of a doggy kiss, right?But coming up with an effective way to prevent …