You may hate it when your job and life become predictable. For some, monotony saps the spirit and wears you down to nothing. But dogs are different: they thrive on routine. Dogs require both physical and mental stimulation on a regular basis...
As society returns to normal after the pandemic, many pet owners find themselves distracted, looking for a way to stay connected to their pets who are left at home. One out of five pet parents has missed a work deadline because they were too busy spending time with their pets. We all know how important it is to take care of ourselves and our families, but it’s equally important to make sure we’re taking care of our furry friends...
Sometimes you have to travel with your dog. And you don’t always have the luxury—if that’s what you’d call it—of taking a long road trip or crawling along by train or boat. That leaves flying, and that may have you worried. Can you take your canine pal aboard a plane? Under what conditions? Is it a good idea?
Here comes that season again: Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Christmas, Kwanzaa, plus whatever else you may be celebrating (Festivus, anyone?). And that means food — lots of it. From pumpkin pie to that honey-glazed ham you can never finish, you may find yourself with heaps of leftovers.
Charlie Brown has Snoopy. Calvin has Hobbes. Harry has Hedwig. And you? Many of us feel incomplete without an animal companion. And the benefits of having one can be significant: they can help you live longer, decrease cholesterol, manage depression, and even improve social-emotional skills in children. They’re also just plain fun.
Thinking about planning a road trip with your pup? You wouldn’t be the first. Nobel Prize-winning American author John Steinbeck’s “Travels With Charley: In Search of America” chronicles the cross-country trip he took with his French poodle. Wherever in the world you are, there are some things you’ll need to keep in mind if you plan to hit the road with your pup. So hop in, and we’ll go over tips for road trips with dogs below...
Air travel is sometimes necessary for one reason or another, all the more so around the holidays. Some enjoy it; some would rather stay grounded. Air travel is always more stressful if you have to leave your furry friend behind. You may try to bring them along only to encounter the insistence that pets must ride in cargo. While most pets flown in cargo are fine, there's always a risk of excessively hot or cold temperatures, poor ventilation and/or rough handling...
Whether your puppy was a Christmas surprise or the long-planned culmination of the adoption process, by now you’re probably feeling that your family is one cold nose closer to being complete.
Adopting a pooch as a Christmas present? They’re a gift that will keep on giving, until they learn better. Getting a dog to stop peeing in the house can be frustrating. In fact, it can be a full-time job. You need to keep a sharp eye on Fido, always on the lookout for signs and triggers.
We love our cats—even when they make it hard to do so. Sure, some cats are straight-up love fluffs, or at least disinterested window ornaments with a fixation on the bird in the oak tree. But you may find the kitty you picked out at the shelter turned into a tiger once you got them home. From little bitty nips to full-on chomps, cats of all kinds will occasionally bite their owners. Sometimes cat bites occur rather frequently. And that may have you wondering: why do cats bite their owners?
There is likely some truth to the dog person/cat person binary. But there are plenty who love both, and want to make a loving interspecies home. If you are hoping to bring a dog into a home with a cat already in it, keep in mind that it takes some planning.
These days, the traditional 12 Days of Christmas stretch from the day after Halloween until the schnapps runs out sometime just before President’s Day. Depending on how you do things, that means a lot of family time—a lot of travel, even.
Cutting, trimming, clipping, shaving, plucking, stripping, de-matting: decode grooming methods for your dog and find out how often they should visit the groomer.
Holidays with family and friends can be both fun and stressful. Follow these holiday safety tips to include your pets in the festivities.
Coyotes are venturing more and more into urban areas as their wildlife habitats are shrinking. Learn how to keep your pet safe from a close encounter with a coyote.
One day when walking in Central Park, a group of strangers stumbled upon an adorable Canadian Goose who was trapped on a running path, and unable to take flight.
Getting a black cat and need the perfect spooky name just in time for Halloween? Discover the best frightful, chilling feline names today with Vetster!
Many unsuspecting household items can be dangerous, even fatal, for your pet. Have a good understanding to make your home as welcoming for your pet as it is for you!
There are many myths about ticks. Every tick bite may lead to different symptoms, ranging from mild to severe. Know your facts to take proper care of your pet.
One of the most important steps in caring for your dog is keeping them hydrated. Make sure to be aware of all the potentially dangerous water sources that could harm your pooch.
Learn what telehealth is and how it can benefit you and your pet. Telehealth can be used to address concerns like nutrition, behavior, fleas and ticks, and more.
Taking your cat to regular vet appointments is important to its health. Find out how often you should take a healthy cat to the vet and when to take them more often.
While cats are a popular Halloween theme, this holiday can be dangerous for your feline friend. Learn the best way to keep your cat safe this holiday.
Meet a few of the obsidian kitties with pet parents on the Vetster team while learning the facts about black cats this Halloween season.
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