Do Dogs and Cats Get Depressed?

By Deb D’Andrea

Over the years as a pet sitter, I have witnessed what I perceive to be doggy and kitty depression: especially within the first couple days of their people being on holiday.  It is  quite an adjustment period, even when pets continue to experience a similar daily routine – staying in their home [...]

When the End is Near

By Julie Dye

Marley is my first pet. Sure, growing up I had goldfish and we even had a suicidal newt (another story), but since my sister suffered from severe allergies all my childhood, I waited until I was 26 before I finally brought my best friend home.

The summer in between my grad school [...]

News Round Up: Pets in Japan’s Earthquake and Tsunami

News and video have been popping up this week regarding the pets in Japan after the 9.0 earthquake and the intense tsunami. Here is a sampling, some quicks facts and links to help.

Woman return to ravaged home to find her cat

Canine Comforts in Crisis Conditions – Photos of Pets [...]

In Memory of Yogi

By Melissa Grosjean

I saw an adorable, fluffy Border Collie puppy walk by today. My heart just ached as I watched him go. Yogi was a Border Collie and Australian Shepherd mix.  He passed on 5 months ago, and some days I still find myself walking toward his eating spot to pick up his bowl [...]

Happy New Year!

By Deb D’Andrea

Every year it starts out with I will, I want, I can, the wish list of things to do for the coming year.  With my pups, my promise to them is to hike more.  We live in such a beautiful area, open trails, fresh air and so many places to explore.  When [...]

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The Holidays are here!  Are the relatives arriving this weekend?  Are you preparing to travel?  Is all the shopping done?  Is the house clean?  Whew!!  The Holidays can be a stressful along with all that good cheer – especially for our furry or feathered companions who don’t really understand what all the fuss is about.

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Prepare Your Dog for Old Age

By Rebecca Rose Guest Author from In Clover

Every morning I drag myself out of bed, cold nose nudging me along, for my morning run.  My running partner and motivation is Floyd, a rescued Golden Retriever, who will reward a good ear rub with a huge grin and loves everything about our early adventure.  He [...]