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Posted on October 17, 2016November 17, 2018 by Lindsay Pevny — 4 Comments

Pet Rats – The Little Friend You Didn’t Know You Needed

Pet rats are affectionate, intelligent animals that are remarkably easy to care for. Understandably, many people still see them as scraggly survivors that run rampant in subway systems – but pet rats are so much more than that. Give rats a chance and you’ll discover what you’ve been missing. Whether you’re unable to keep cats and dogs, or just love to try something new, you’ll be impressed by how sweet, clever and charming these animals can be. Where To Get Your First Rat You may see dozens of rats at your local pet store. Pet stores tend to be bad places[…]Read More…

Posted on October 14, 2016September 22, 2018 by Lindsay Pevny — Leave a comment

What Does It Take To Be A Great Dog Owner?

What does it take to be, not just a good owner, but a great dog owner?

You know there’s more to having a dog than covering their basic needs. You’re committed to providing an all-around healthy, happy lifestyle for many years of learning, joy and friendship. But you can’t help but wonder if there’s anything you can do to be an even better guardian for your pet. Here’s what you can do to distinguish yourself from being a good owner to a truly great dog owner: Be The Leader Your Dog Needs In the past, people believed that wolves and wild dogs lived together in packs made up of unrelated individuals. The highest ranking dog, the Alpha,[…]Read More…

Posted on October 9, 2016November 20, 2018 by Lindsay Pevny — Leave a comment

10 Unique Pets That Make Great Family Members

Cats and dogs have been snuggling their adorable ways into our families for generations, but they’re not the only animals that deserve a spot in our family portrait. 1. Ferrets Ferrets are just as cuddly as dogs and cats and have been known to get along swimmingly with other animals. They’re excellent for apartment-dwellers. Be sure to train your ferret and provide puzzles, toys, and games for mental stimulation to make full use of their intelligence. You might be surprised at how much personality you’ll discover in such a small package. Requirements: A large, multi-story cage, a few hours of playtime[…]Read More…

Posted on October 9, 2016October 26, 2018 by Lindsay Pevny — 2 Comments

Why Do Dogs Lick Us?

What do you love most about dogs? That waggy tail? That cold, wet nose? Maybe you love those happy, sloppy licks that seem to say, “I love you!” But is a lick really a kiss? What is your dog really trying to tell you when they give you a smattering of wet kisses? One Lick Leads To Another Dogs, like most creatures, will continue to do something if they find the result is rewarding. That’s why it’s so easy to help them learn to perform tricks and to redirect undesirable behavior. When your dog licks you, you might return their[…]Read More…

Posted on October 2, 2016October 26, 2018 by Lindsay Pevny — 2 Comments

The Truth About Pit Bulls And The Montreal Pit Bull Ban

With the lives of millions of dogs on the line, it’s critical for dog lovers to understand what is the truth about pit bulls. Those in support of breed bans are concerned about safety, and are, understandably, worried about the real dangers of large, powerful, out-of-control dogs. But much of the information shared by both sides is misleading, sometimes outright false. It’s true that there’s been too many dog attacks, and something needs to be done about it. But it’s not true that thousands of dogs need to die in order for the public to be safe. Here’s what you need to[…]Read More…

Posted on September 21, 2016November 22, 2018 by Lindsay Pevny — 2 Comments

Is It A Good Idea To Sleep With Your Pets?

It’s the middle of the night, and you feel someone warm and fuzzy snuggling up to you. Do you lift the covers and let your pet get close to you for a cozy night’s sleep, or send them back to their own little bed on the floor? If you’re like half of pet owners, you can’t resist sleeping with your pet at least some of the time. But you might have reservations about it – aren’t those grubby paws covered in bacteria? Is it really safe to share your bed? Learn the facts, risks and benefits of sleeping with your[…]Read More…

Posted on September 12, 2016October 26, 2018 by Lindsay Pevny — 1 Comment

How Dogs Learn: Teaching Your Dog So She Understands

Just recently, researchers have started training dogs to lie motionless in fMRI machines to get an inside view of how their brains really work. These studies have had fascinating results, though they prove what many of us dog lovers have known all along: that dogs have an amazing capacity to learn to complete tasks and understand language. What we are continuously learning about dogs can help us teach them in ways that they better understand for faster, more efficient training that is also comfortable and enjoyable for the dog. Dogs Are Perceptive To Words And Tone The Department of Ethology and[…]Read More…

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