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Protect Pets And Wildlife During Wildfires

(PET SAFETY) Wildfire season is here. And that means anyone who lives in an at-risk area should be prepared to care for themselves and their pets in the event of an evacuation. Since many shelters don’t allow pets, here’s good advice on finding places that allow people are their pets to stay together.  Plus, read other wildfire safety tips below. — Global Animal

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Protect The Funiture, Give Your Cat A Manicure

(PET CARE) Trimming your cat’s claws may be daunting, but it’s an important part of maintaining a cat’s health, not to mention a good way to protect your lap and your furniture from scratches. Here are some tips from the Humane Society on how to successfully trim your pet’s nails. — Global Animal

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Doggy Dental Care

(PET HEALTH) Dental care and oral hygiene is as important for dogs as it is for us. Learn how to brush your dog’s teeth and find tips on at-home dental care to keep your pets healthy and happy.  — Global Animal

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Jet Set Pets: Top 10 Tips For Safe Air Travel

(PET TRAVEL) Air travel is often stressful, and even more so when a trip includes an airline flight with a  four-legged members of your family. But with a bit of preparation, flying with a pet can be safe and comfortable for everyone. Here’s how to plan for friendly skies and wagging tails, courtesy of the SPCA. – Global Animal

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How To Travel With A Pet

(PET TRAVEL) – Traveling with your dog can be a hassle, but that doesn’t mean you want to leave your beloved pooch at home. Here are some tips on getting from here to there smoothly, with your pet and wallet intact. — Global Animal

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Improve Your Dog’s Health With A New Couch

(PET HEALTH) Have you redecorated your living room in the past seven years? If not, you may want to invest in a new couch, at least for your dog’s sake. A recent study indicates that chemicals present in these pre-2004 furniture pieces invade your pet’s bloodstream and food supply. Since newer sofas may pose a similar threat in the future, a better option appears to be handcrafted furniture. Even safer is for animal companions to stay off potentially harmful sofas. Let sleeping dogs lie— but not on the couch. — Global Animal

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Stay! How To Fix Fido’s Separation Anxiety

(DOG CARE) Parting can be such sweet sorrow, especially for your dog. But when the blues become neurotic, your pooch might have separation anxiety and need some help. Here are some symptoms and what to do about them. — Global Animal

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Bloat: Protect Your Dog From This Deadly Condition

(PET CARE) Gastric dilation and volvulus (GDV), also known as bloat, is a little known condition that can be fatal to dogs. Read on to discover which dogs are at higher risk, steps you can take to prevent bloat for your pet, and how to recognize if your dog has bloat. — Global Animal

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