A Sitting For a Cause Blog Featuring All Things Pet-Related
Getting a new pet is a big decision and it becomes that much more important when you add kids into the mix. There are lots of things you need to think about before bringing a new furry friend into your home. How can you be sure that you’re making the right decision for your family? Here are a few things […]
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“Such short little lives our pets have to spend with us, and they spend most of it waiting for us to come home each day. It is amazing how much and laughter they bring into our lives and even how much closer we become with each other because of them.” – John Grogan The greatest joys and life lessons we […]
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We all know about secondhand smoke. It’s the aroma and cloud of smoke given off as you walk past someone who is smoking or an area where someone has smoked. We know the side effects of secondhand smoke are even worse than the actual side effects of firsthand smoke, but did you know that secondhand smoke can be just as […]
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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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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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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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After careful consideration, you have decided to add another member of the family to your home. If you have not read about what to consider before adopting, check out this article before you continue. Now, you need to prepare for your new fur baby to make a smooth transition from the busy shelter to the quiet comforts of home. Here […]
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Every holiday has its own bells and whistles when it comes to decorations and how we celebrate. For Easter, there are a lot of hidden dangers for your pets. Here are the most common dangers of Easter decorations: 1. Flowers When consumed, some flowers can be harmful or even poisonous. Lilies, a traditional springtime flower, are especially poisonous to cats. […]
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Despite the collapse of the Soviet Union, the stray dogs in Moscow have a surprisingly well-documented history which animal behaviorists have been paying close attention to for several decades. During the Soviet period in Russia the packs of wild (or stray) dogs in were regulated. Only the clever canines who learned to stay in isolation were able to survive. Usually, […]
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Many people consider fish to be strictly for newcomers to the pet parent world. However, there are several benefits these aquatic acquaintances provide that other pets like cats and dogs don’t (yes, I said it). It is a largely accepted fact that having a pet of almost any kind will lower your stress, anxiety, and blood pressure. That being said, […]
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