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As pet sitters and pet lovers, we are always looking for great news, information and tips for our clients and their pets. We hope you enjoy our selection below and invite you to contact us if you have any favorite stories, RSS feeds or online publications that you would like for us to link to on this page.
  • Help dog without front legs curb pet overpopulation – part 1
    Joey was only a few weeks old when her owners took her to a vet; they asked that the tiny Chihuahua born without front legs be euthanized. The vet noted that the puppy was very healthy otherwise, and convinced the...
  • Teach your dog to "leave it"
    Whether your dog fancies other dog’s poop or you live in a neighborhood peppered with trash, you can teach your dog to avoid all things nasty on the street. I constantly struggle with whether or not to...
  • Local dogs star at DOTCORNY obedience and rally trials
    This past weekend many local dog and handler teams were competing in obedience and rally out at the DOTCORNY (Dog Obedience Training Club of Rochester ) trials in Henrietta. That can be a tough site - noisy and often crowded.Under the...
  • Bad Breath May Signal Poor Dental Health
    According to the American Veterinary Dental Society, more than 80 percent of dogs develop gum disease by the age of three years. Common signs of poor oral health include bad breath, excessive drooling, loss of appetite due to oral discomfort, and teeth discolored by tarter build-up. Bad breath is often the most obvious sign, and [...]
  • Helping Children Cope With the Loss of a Pet
    Anyone who’s ever owned a pet knows how difficult it can be after he or she passes away. For many, pets are part of the family, and losing one can be devastating, especially for children. Parents often shelter their children from the death of a pet; however, in most cases, this is not the best [...]
  • The Right Dog Food ‘Can Help Prevent Cancer’
    There are some common signs of cancer pet owners should be on the lookout for. Cancer is a common cause of death in older dogs but by learning to recognize the signs, pet owners may be able to catch the disease early and increase the chances of treating the problem. Just like humans, dogs are [...]

Latest News

Manufacturer Expands Food Recall
LINCOLN, Neb. — Nature's Variety has expanded its recall of chicken-flavored pet food because of concerns over salmonella.

The Lincoln, Neb.-based company said Monday that the raw, frozen food is being recalled because it could be contaminated with salmonella.

The recall includes three-pound packages of chicken medallions, six-pound packages of chicken patties... Read Full Story
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Pet hotel takes furry boarders when senior owners need medical help
Helping their animals helps owners get needed care, advocates say
GEORGE SKENE/ORLANDO SENTINEL / February 18, 2010

At 79, Jean Lichorat of Kissimmee has outlived her family and friends. But she's doesn't feel alone.

"My dog is the best companion," she says of her cocker spaniel, Joanne. "That's my baby. I love her so much."

Because Lichorat doesn't have anyone to care for her dog and can't afford a kennel, she puts off any medical test or procedure that requires an overnight stay at the hospital. She would rather risk her health than endanger, or possibly lose, her only companion. Read Full Story
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Are you passing on stress to your pet?
Dogs and cats take notice of changes in your mood or behavior
BY VAL COLE, SPECIAL TO THE SUN FEBRUARY 28, 2010

Has the economy got you worried? If so, have you noticed that your pet isn't himself these days, either?

While dogs, cats and other household pets don't follow the stock market or care about plummeting real-estate values, they pick up on everything you're feeling; if you're anxious, they will be. In fact... Read Full Story
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PawTrotter for iPhone - New Easy App for Pet Parents and Animal Lovers
http://prmac.com/release-id-10994.htm
Waretown, NJ    Feb 24, 2010 in iPhone

[prMac.com] San Diego, CA - Announcing that App Inspire, LLC, the developers of PawTrotter, is excited to release an all-in-one application for pet parents. This brand new, easy to use app is a directory of over 130,000 businesses catering to all aspects of pets and their care, as well as a source of user ratings and reviews. As animal lovers themselves, the developers are donating 5% of all profits to the American Humane Association.

The new PawTrotter app is the perfect tool for pet parents, whether at home or traveling with their best friend on four legs. The program has listings for every type of product or service that might be needed or wanted. The reason it's so helpful and complete is because App Inspire's developers are passionate about animals themselves. They understand what pet ownership entails... Read Full Story

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