A Sitting For a Cause Blog Featuring All Things Pet-Related
With Hurricane Florence wreaking havoc on the Carolinas, it seems like the perfect time to consider how our pets fit into our emergency plans. Personally, the only thing that stresses me out more than preparing for a natural disaster is thinking about how my five-pound ball of fluff is going to take it. So how can you create an disaster […]
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Hello Summer! Now that school is out and the sun is shining, many people are going to be heading to beaches, lakes, and rivers for some fun with their families. If your family includes a dog, then it’s likely they will be joining you. As a good pet parent, you will make sure your dog stays cool and has plenty […]
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Chirp, squeak, and nibble. Our little friends are just as important to us as our big ones. Hamsters, mice, bunnies, lizards, fish, and many more tiny companions rely on us pet parents even more than our bigger babies. They may not need to be taken on walks to go potty or play fetch, but they do need a whole lot […]
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Everyone is susceptible to kidney stones, including our beloved canines. We all know how painful kidney stones and urinary tract infections are in humans, and can only imagine a similar pain dogs experience and how much vet bills cost. Understanding Kidney Stones Firstly, it is important to understand what kidney stones are, how they grow, the different types, as well […]
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Although microchipping isn’t mandatory in the US, it is in all EU member countries and many other countries around the world. Microchipping your pet is recommended by vets, animal shelters, and other experts. A list of all countries in which the practice is mandatory can be found here. Microchipping is becoming more and more popular. Shelters have scanners and microchip […]
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Whether it’s going to visit family or friends or traveling to somewhere new, road trips can be difficult due to long hours on the road. Bringing along your precious pet can cause added stress. However, taking your pet on a road trip doesn’t have to be difficult if you prepare ahead of time and keep their safety in mind. Here […]
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We all know that feeling: the dread of coming home after a long day and finding out that your dog has chewed on the couch, pillows, clothes, and other household items. While you might make an entertaining video to share online, it is not an ideal situation to find yourself in. Below are 6 tips to stop your dog from […]
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Walking our dogs is one of the most basic responsibilities we have as pet owners. However, to be safe, we should always take precautions when we decide to leash up our furry pals. To keep ourselves and our pets as safe as possible when we take them for walks, here is a list of the most important steps you should […]
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With Halloween right around the corner, people everywhere are searching for the perfect costumes! Costumes aren’t just for people. Pet owners love to dress their four-legged friends as well. But many pet owners don’t realize the dangers that could come with dressing up their pet. If you want to dress your fur baby for Halloween, here are 5 tips to […]
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Bringing home a new pet can be a lot of work. Even before you pick up your new best friend, you must prepare for their arrival. This means shopping for pet food, buying new toys, a dog bed, and checking the fence around your yard for holes (just in case!) Caring for any animal is a big responsibility, but when […]
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