In 2021, pet parents are expected to spend $109.6 BILLION, yes, BILLION, dollars on their pets. A large portion of this will go towards care for pets while humans are travelling or working from an office. There are several pet care choices: professional pet care, care provided by a hobbyist, and care that is provided […]
Written by Cindy Aldridge Many dog owners feel like their dog is part of the family, and just as a parent would keep their kid in mind when house hunting, many dog owners look for a home and neighborhood that accommodates the needs of their pet. In fact, a study found that dogs influence millennials’ […]
Our fur babies give us kisses. They give us joy. They also give us germs and parasites. These diseases, passed from pets to people are called zoonoses or zoonotic illnesses (http://www.2ndchance.info/zoonoses.htm). Here are the top 4 zoonoses and how you can prevent having them. 1. Hookworm Spot becomes infected with hookworm when he eats poop […]
Humans and fur babies are enjoying the cooler weather ushered in to North Texas this week. Last week, the end of September, the “feel like” temp was 105. Today, the high is 77 degrees. Woo-Who!! Even though humans and fur babies welcome the break from the heat and humidity of summer, dangers lurk in the […]
Dog Parks. I wish my pup enjoyed them as much as I do. Maggie, a mini Schnauzer, spends her time hiding underneath a picnic table. For most pups, dog parks are a great place for our fur babies to be off leash to socialize and get supplemental exercise. Here in McKinney, Tx, we have a […]