A Sitting For a Cause Blog Featuring All Things Pet-Related
Taking care of a new puppy can be intimidating. Puppies are like babies that you want to protect fully. However, sheltering a pup for their safety may lead to aggression later on. There is a window from 8-16 weeks old when they form their behaviors around what they deem as acceptable and normal. At the 16-week mark, their behaviors start […]
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Adopting a new puppy can be exciting! However, that excitement may soon disappear if accidents become a common occurrence. Potty training a puppy can be one of the more difficult tasks associated with puppy ownership. It requires time and patience. Even when you think you have it down, accidents can still happen! Here are eight easy steps to potty training […]
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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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Properly training your puppy to have good manners and be house trained is a critical step in owning a dog. We have a small 5-month-old puppy at the house right now, and she is being quite naughty (as all puppies are) in terms of going outside to do her business or jumping up at or running after strangers in the […]
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Puppies’ immune systems aren’t very strong in their first years of life and because of that, they’re more at risk of developing illnesses. If left untreated, some of these illnesses can be life-threatening, so it’s important to know what the signs and symptoms of some of these ailments are, and how to prevent them. To help you protect your pup, here is a […]
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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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When adopting your first puppy, there are many things you’ll need. Some people don’t realize how much money and work a puppy can be. Don’t let your new puppy’s cuteness distract you from being properly prepared once he or she gets home. Here are 10 supplies you’ll need for your first puppy: 1. Food There are many brands of dog […]
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