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Preparing For The Worst (Emergency & Disaster Preparedness For Pets)

In our region, most of us have considered what we’d do in case of an earthquake. Those of us who have furry, feathered, or finned family members need to keep them in mind as we create our emergency plans. Of course, emergencies can be brief or long-lasting and come in many forms from being snow-bound . . . → Read More: Preparing For The Worst (Emergency & Disaster Preparedness For Pets)

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Getting Ready For The Red, Fright, and Blue

I’m starting to prepare my cats for the fireworks that are already starting up in my neighborhood. I’ve already created new “safe places” for them to hide, plugged in pheromone diffusers, and added a flower essence called Peaceful 4th that is made by a very gifted local gal, Lin Gregerson. I’ve found Lin’s blend to . . . → Read More: Getting Ready For The Red, Fright, and Blue

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You Can’t Take Them With You (Estate Planning For Your Pets)

Studies show that somewhere between 12% and 27% of pet owners include their pets in their wills. Clearly, I’m not alone in making provisions in case my cats outlive me. I also feel honored to be named as the caretaker (godparent) for dogs and cats in the wills of several friends and clients.

Kitty . . . → Read More: You Can’t Take Them With You (Estate Planning For Your Pets)

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Pooches & Pussycats With Picky Palates (Feeding Finicky Cats & Dogs)

I bet you know at least one dog or cat who’s picky about their food. It’s pretty common for these guys to turn up their nose at some – or many – of the foods that we offer them. Often this situation is due to how and what they were fed early in their lives. . . . → Read More: Pooches & Pussycats With Picky Palates (Feeding Finicky Cats & Dogs)

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The Weight Escape (Importance Of Maintaining Ideal Weight For Dogs & Cats)

Obesity is the most common nutritional problem in dogs and cats in industrial nations, with experts estimating that 20-50% of cats and 25-30% of dogs are overweight.

When I first started researching weight loss diets for dogs and cats, I was surprised to learn that there is no such thing as one perfect weight-management food . . . → Read More: The Weight Escape (Importance Of Maintaining Ideal Weight For Dogs & Cats)

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