A Sitting For a Cause Blog Featuring All Things Pet-Related
There are all kinds of strange holidays we observe, for example National Talk Like a Pirate Day or International Pancake Day. Have you ever wondered if there are days dedicated strictly to animals? It turns out there are a lot more than you might guess! Here are 5 pet-oriented dates you probably didn’t know existed: April 28, 2017: Hairball Awareness […]
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Today I wanted to tackle a question most people don’t necessarily want to think about: Do you have a plan for your pet in the event you pass away? I’m currently on a family vacation in Kauai and was adamant about making sure I had my affairs in order before we boarded our plane last week because if something were to happen […]
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Recently, a friend of mine has been worrying about her cat. She got a new job and her schedule changed to her being gone for a few hours on days that she wasn’t normally gone. She would come home to find her cat being uncharacteristically clingy and acting really sick. After a few hours of her being home, the cat […]
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Have you ever heard someone talk about getting a microchip for their pet and wondered what they were talking about or why someone would want to get their pet micro chipped? Getting your pet micro chipped is a back up for having a collar and tags. If your pet should happen to get lost or stolen, it is all too […]
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Having a dog can be lots of fun but having the same routine over and over can become tedious. How can you add some excitement to your time with your dog? Here are some ideas that you can incorporate into your weekly schedule: Go on a walking tour of your city – This is great if you live in a […]
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Whether you’re a proud puppy parent or are just curious about adopting a dog, you’re sure to have heard the phrase “man’s best friend.” It’s true; dogs are wonderful companions that emotionally help you in countless ways, but did you know that they also socially help you? Check out these three ways that dogs help people connect and get ready […]
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Now that the weather is getting nicer, it’s a great time to get outside with your pup and take a walk! It’s important to make time to head outside and go for a stroll with your dog because it offers some awesome benefits for you both! Here are 5 reasons you should get outside and take your pup for a […]
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When adopting a new animal, you may not know all of the right things to feed it. It’s important to know that just like humans, dogs and cats are allergic to some human foods. Be cautious when giving your dog or cat any type of human foods especially the ones that are poisonous to dogs. According to Ashley Forti, BVMS, […]
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The title of “Man’s Best Friend” has been one earned by dogs for centuries. Our canine companions have been by our side since the rise of humankind as a friend, ally, and helper. Over the years, we have been able to effectively breed dogs for specific tasks such as guarding, hunting, and companionship. However, with the passage of time, there have […]
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Editor’s Note: Please welcome our newest intern, Marissa Battaglia! Marissa is a student at the State University of Fredonia where she is studying journalism with a minor in French. That moment when you want to buy an animal, think about where you are buying the animal. Is the animal coming from a safe, welcoming environment or not? There are many things […]
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