Is a Catio Worth the Investment?
Is a Catio Worth the Investment? COVID-19 has disrupted lives all across America. As more people begin to take the viral spread seriously and batten down the hatches, outdoor cats have now had their play space limited to just the home. When cats dislike their humans’...
How To Entertain Yourself and Your Pets During a COVID-19 Quarantine
In early March, we published an article on whether or not your pets can become infected with COVID-19. Just a few days ago, the World Health Organization reconfirmed this and dogs who were held in quarantine have been released. Since the publishing of that article,...
How To Dog Proof Your Yard
Spring is coming! Sure; it may take a longer time to show its full colors in Massachusetts than most of America, but it will get here. When it does, you and your pup will probably gear up to spend more time outdoors. Another way to let Fido get out more often is to...
Can My Pet Get Infected With COVID-19?
A few days ago, the Hong Kong government announced that the pets of people infected with the coronavirus must be quarantined as well as their owners. This may come as a surprise to those who might not at first realize that humans can infect pets with contagious...
How Long Can You Safely Leave Your Dog Alone At Home For?
People who spend a lot of time away from home tend to opt for cats. While some cats are actually quite needy and dislike their humans being away for too long, most handle the separation just fine. Dogs, on the other hand, generally do not do well with being left...
Does Your Cat Love You More Than Your Dog Does?
One of the reasons people prefer dogs to cats is that felines are not known for being as expressive with their love. Indeed, some people propose that cats do not love their humans at all. Others believe that cats do love their humans but merely lack the dependence...
Why It’s Better To Leave Fido at Home for Valentine’s Day
When it comes to romantic relationships, cat parents have one solid advantage over dog dads and moms. Cat people have a much better opportunity to separate their family home life from their romantic life. They never have to worry about rushing home to let Mister...
3 Valentine’s Day Weekend Trip Ideas And How To Take Fido With You
This year, Valentine’s Day falls on a Friday. That gives lovebirds a long weekend to spend some quality time together and rekindle the romance. Ideally, your plans involve just you and your significant other — alone. However, there are times when it is neither...
Should You Adopt a Dog or a Cat?
Some people have a strong preference toward either a dog or a cat. They loudly announce their support for one pet and may even dislike the other. These people are a minority. A Nationwide Article published on Pet Healthzone, reports that almost half of the households...
How To Protect Your Cat From the Winter Cold
Two weeks ago, we talked about how to keep your pooch warm and safe during the wintertime. If your four-legged friend is a cat, you may wonder if any of these tips are applicable to you. Some of them certainly are, but the fact that so many cats have independent...
How To Introduce a New Baby To Your Doggo
Dogs are considered by many to be the world’s greatest family pets. They offer not only companionship but also protection. Even so, not all dogs take well to children. Your dog may view the newest addition to the family as an intruder or stranger. They may even become...
Help Your Dog Overcome Travel Anxiety
Most dogs love car rides, especially when it ends with a visit to the park. These are the dogs you see cruising with their owners down the street with their heads poking out the windows. Some have even learned to open and close the windows themselves, forcing their...
4 New Year’s Resolutions For Pet Parents (And How To Keep Them!)
The year 2020 is finally upon us. All around the world, millions of people make their New Year’s resolutions to help ensure they have a happy and successful year. Most of these tend to focus on personal goals. Maybe you want to travel more, save more money, and lose...
How To Protect Your Pooch From The Winter Cold
Some dogs are made for cold weather and relish in the Alaskan ice and snow. Among the most common are Siberian Huskies. These dogs are used to working and sleeping in cold temperatures. Your Siberian Husky may even withstand temperatures as low as -60° F. However,...
Should You Give a Pet as a Gift This Christmas?
There are countless benefits of introducing a pet into a household. When children must clean cat litter boxes, feed fish and take dogs on walks, they learn to be more responsible. Some dogs may also offer protection, not just for children, but for adults who live...
Pet Safety Tips Around Halloween in Massachusetts
This Halloween in Saugus can pose serious threats to our pets! Scary costumes, moving and loud Halloween decorations and candy, are just some of the safety issues. As pet owners, we can definitely help them to feel more secure and safe on this strange holiday....
Keeping Your Dog Safe When Walking at Night
The dreaded mosquitoes are finally dying off, no thanks to the crisp and cool Fall air making its appearance! It’s no wonder with the risk of EEE and West Nile floating around Massachusetts in high numbers this year, those early morning and evening walks with your pup...
4 Ways to Manage My Dogs Fall Allergies
Fall is officially upon us in Massachusetts… This is by far my favorite time of the year - with the foliage, crisp and clean air, cool mornings, warm afternoons and, of course, all the fall coffee flavors, donuts, and beer varieties! Who WOULDN’T enjoy Fall in...