You spend a lot on your pets.  Now Bank of America is giving some of that money back.  The PetRewards Visa lets you earn two points for each dollar spent at participating vets and stores, and one per dollar on other purchases.  For every 1,000 points, you get a $20 rebate on vet charges […]

Up to 27% of people include pets in their wills.
 
Source:  Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association

Pets in need of medical treatment may benefit from acupuncture and touch therapy.

And you thought you’d heard everything when it comes to pet pampering. Now we’re signing up our furry friends for alternative therapies. “Many people don’t want their pets on medications for long periods of time,” says Carvel Tiekert of the American Holistic Veterinary […]

Make your new pet’s homecoming happy and hassle free.
Are you prepared to bring your new pet home? Here are some tips from the experts at Best Friends Animal Society in Utah:
Get your puppy a crate for sleep, travel and housebreaking.
Choose a vet immediately. Ask friends for recommendations.
Bring a dog to obedience class right away.
Introduce […]

Shops stock everything from healthy vegan treats and crystal collars to $5,000 houses and a designer wardrobe.
By NANCY DILLON
Los Angeles Daily News
A year ago, Chris Price had no idea he was a dog person – much less an obsessive pet pamperer.
But in October, his roommate Christian Velasco mentioned a neglected puppy living near relatives in […]

Lassie was a collie, a wonderful, loving dog.  Collies are generally 50 to 75 pounds and 22 to 26 inches in height.  They are white and tan with a thin snout and slightly floppy ears.  The Collie is gentle in nature, obedient and sweet.  They are very trustworthy.  Collies are very easily trained.  Collies […]

Dog allergies to food are far more common than the average pet owner may realize. Approximately 10% of the dog population actually suffer from food allergies, but diagnosis can be difficult to say the least. Many symptoms do resemble symptoms associated with other ailments and illnesses. However, it is also too easy to pass […]

Here are some feeding guidelines researches have learned over the years and recommend for adult Dalmatians:
1. Never feed a Dalmatian organ meats such as liver, kidney, sweetbreads or brains in any form, whether cooked, raw or as an ingredient in a pet food or snack.
2. Never feed a Dalmatian game meat such as venison […]

Domestic animals have allergies just like we humans do and appear to be most vulnerable to them when the air is damp. Autumn and the early stages of winter are therefore vital when it comes to protecting your dog from any source of discomfort. Vigilance is especially necessary to pick up on dog allergies […]

You probably recognize the name Chihuahua and the dog when you think of the Taco Bell commercials.  This dog has been the representative for Taco Bell for years.  With this popularity, many individuals have decided to own a Chihuahua.  It is very important when you own any dog to understand their temperament and how […]