PET CARE

HOME & LIVING
How to Get Your Pet Ready for the Summer
By Ben Jacobs , Contributor
Co-founder & CEO of Whistle, makers of the award-winning Whist...
Prevention goes a long way when it comes to our pets. If you take a little time to get your pet ready for the season, all you'll have to stress about is clearing enough space on your phone to snap photos of your weekend warrior.
HOME & LIVING
10 Tips From the Pet Pros: How to Find the Right Vet After a Move
By Laura McHolm, Contributor
NorthStar Moving Company Co-Founder
With these 10 tips in paw, you will be sure to find a new vet that will keep your pet healthy and both of you happy.
HOME & LIVING
Cat People Vs. Dog People: Can't We All Get Along?
By Steven Shehori, Contributor
Award-winning Huffington Post writer-at-large since 2008
CAT PEOPLE: "Dogs are slobbery, yappy, too clingy, and high-maintenance. They have too much energy and demand constant trips
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OWN
4 Things You Can Do To Make Your Pet Happier And Healthier
By Lisa Capretto, OWN
Better stock up on pumpkin and white rice.
PARENTING
How Bad Pets Make Good Kids
By Paul Boorstin, Contributor
Writer, documentary filmmaker and author of "David and the Phi...
After I got married and had two kids of my own, I vowed that I would give them the pet experience I never had. We adopted a dog -- an irresistible floppy-eared basset hound named Darwin -- soon followed by cats, each lovable in its own disdainful way.
GOOD NEWS
"Does My Cat Love Me?" And 11 Other Questions About Cats, Answered
By Maya Kashyap
Presented by Purina
IMPACT
A Pet is for Life - Not Just for Christmas
By Natasha Ashton, Contributor
Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer, Petplan
For many, a little puppy with a big red bow tops their list of gifts to find under the Christmas tree. But a lot more should go into the decision to add four new legs to the family than just the kids pleading pretty please.
CHICAGO
Listerine and Pets: Not Veterinarian Recommended
By Donna Solomon, DVM, Contributor
Veterinarian, Animal Medical Center of Chicago
As a pet owner and caregiver, be wise on where you seek your medical advice. Check out the credentials of the authors of the articles you are reading and scientific proof of their claims.
COMEDY
Why I Refuse to Brush the Dog's Teeth
By Inga, Contributor
Newspaper columnist and freelancer, author of book Inga Tells ...
Our vet mentioned when Olof collected Winston that "we" should really be brushing Winston's teeth at least three times a week. I put "we" in quotes because when Olof reported this to me, I was very clear who "we" were.
WELLNESS
The Ultimate Guide for Pet Sitters
By Elena Prokopets, Contributor
Copywriter, Traveler, Startup Geek
Have a space on your kitchen counter designated for things such as instructions, medication, doggy poop pick-up bags, and
CHICAGO
Eliminate Ear Infections in Dogs and Cats
By Donna Solomon, DVM, Contributor
Veterinarian, Animal Medical Center of Chicago
Ear infections do not spontaneously occur. Some event or underlying disease must precipitate it. My top reason why pets get ear infections is allergies.
FIFTY
How Seniors Can Tame Pet Care Costs
By Jim T. Miller, Contributor
Syndicated columnist, NBC Today contributor and creator of Sav...
Routine medical care can cost hundreds of dollars, while urgent/specialized treatments and procedures can run into the thousands. But, it is possible to reduce your pet care costs without sacrificing their health. Here are some tips that can help you save.
HUFFPOST LIVE 321
Vet's Experiment Proves How Miserable Your Dog Is In A Hot Car
By Ryan Buxton
BUSINESS
Credit Cards for Pet Expenses
By Kari Luckett, Contributor
Credit and personal finance writer
Pet ownership has been linked to a healthier lifestyle by easing loneliness, reducing stress, anxiety and depression, and promotes social interaction and exercise.
LOS ANGELES
How to Care for Dogs in LA
By Megan Lent, Contributor
Student, UCLA
WELLNESS
Your Furry Family Members Can Be A Source Of Serious Infection For At-Risk People
By Reuters, Reuters
He and his coauthors recommend wearing protective gloves to clean aquariums and cages and remove feces, proper handwashing
MONEY
Five Surefire Ways to Save On Pet Care
By Kristen Levine, Contributor
I believe that we need pets as much as they need us, so I show...
Like it or not, tax day is just a week away. And whether you have to pay Uncle Sam or are expecting a refund, you're likely thinking of ways you can hold on to more of your hard-earned cash in the coming year.
HOME & LIVING
Pet on the Move? 7 Questions to Ask a Pet Sitter and Dog Walker
By Laura McHolm, Contributor
NorthStar Moving Company Co-Founder
Just moved into your new home? Starting a new job? Ready to take on the exciting new chapter? Well, before you step out the door, think about your four-legged housemate.
GREEN
'Furever' Young: 5 Tips for Caring for Older Dogs
By Sean Conlon, Contributor
CEO and co-founder of PetBox
It's easy to add happiness, health, and years of life to your aging pup. Here are five ways to care for your older dogs.
WELLNESS
Warning! The 3 Biggest Winter Health Hazards for Pets
By Sean Conlon, Contributor
CEO and co-founder of PetBox
By being aware of winter's hidden outdoor hazards and providing fun indoor activities, your pet will be healthy and happy
SMALL BUSINESS
CEO Notebook
By Chitra Nawbatt, Contributor
Business Development and Financial Services Executive
Henry Schein, one of the world's largest health care supplies company, delivers consistent and, in some cases, above industry growth in each of its business areas of dental, pet care and medical supplies.
GREEN
11 Must-Haves For Your Dog's First Aid Kit
By BarkPost, Contributor
Writer
None of us like to think of our beloved dogs getting hurt, but it's always better to be prepared in case something does go wrong. Many people already have a first aid kit at home for the humans, but what about the four-legged members of the family?
GREEN
Halloween Can Be Dangerous -- For Your Pet
By GalTime, Contributor
GalTime.com
When it comes to Halloween, we're careful to protect our little witches and goblins. Yes, we teach our kids that there may be tricks amongst the treats and that we must check all goodies before our little ones can tear in. We don't always think about taking extra precautions with our pets, but it's important.
GREEN
Single in the City and Want a Dog? 10 Things to Consider Before Taking the Plunge
By Jillian Fischer, Contributor
Dog Expert+TV creative. Mission to bring the perfect dog into ...
You've been told that dogs can cure all of you're singleton problems. Like helping you attract that cute blonde you met in the dog park. Or saving you from choking on that doughnut hole so you don't die alone in your apartment. However, raising Fido in an urban environment is a lot different than in suburbia.
HOME & LIVING
10 Things You Need To Know Before You Move With Pets
By Laura McHolm, Contributor
NorthStar Moving Company Co-Founder
Moving? Let's be honest, moving is stressful. But, imagine if you can't read, understand all of the chatter around you and all you see is the chaos of boxes, your home in an upheaval and stressed out humans everywhere.
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