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10 Things You Shouldn't Say to Your Veterinarian

Dr. Patty Khuly outlines some remarks that this veterinarian would prefer not to hear from pet owners.

The Top 10 Beginner Horse Riding Mistakes

There is a lot to remember when you first start learning to ride a horse. These are common beginning horse riding mistakes and how to avoid them.

10 White Lies Veterinarians Tell Clients

If you are a regular at dog parks, you know that some pet owners can be clueless. If you recognize yourself in any of these veterinary sarcasms, take notes for your next visit so that you and your pet won’t be the next clients from H-E-double-toothpicks. Read more.

Bringing Home a Shelter Dog and How to Avoid Common Mistakes

Most people can agree that bringing home a dog from a shelter is one of the best and most heartwarming experiences. You’ve helped rescue a dog and save his life. You’ve provided a homeless animal w…

How to Pet Cats and Dogs

Give pets a choice, observe their body language and know where they prefer to be stroked.

10 of the Healthiest Dog Breeds

With longer lifespans and a lower risk for illness, these healthiest dog breeds are prone to living a happy, healthy life.

20 of the Cutest White Dog Breeds

Whether you like small dogs, large dogs, or dogs somewhere in between, these white dog breeds are guaranteed to make you smile.

Unusual and cruel? Police pull over pickup with horse riding in the bed

Five Things: Benefits from Horse Riding

By Madelaina, age 11 Throughout the world horses play a big role, and not only for efficiency of transport or work. But they provide very beneficial education for children from the young age of three. Even grown-ups are only too welcome to experience a carefree hour or two on horseback, whether it is learning new …

Learning Horse Riding Could Boost Mental Skills in Kids

– food.ndtv.com According to a new study by Tokyo University in Japan, horse riding may help improve mental skills in kids. Mental or cognitive skills are very important for a kid’s growth and development to help him become a successful individual in the future. Cognitive skills include enhanced learning, memory and problem-solving abilities, among others.Read the full article

4 Things to Know About Holistic Pet Care

There is no better time than the present to start looking into holistic pet care and seeing if this health care option would be right for your beloved four-legged companion.

Pet care shaming: are we discouraging owners from seeking veterinary care?

Ernie Ward shares his experiences on “pet care shaming” and explains how your team can avoid inadvertently becoming a participant.

Water-saving ideas for pet care

Pets are part of the family, which means they can contribute to water conservation. Apply WaterSmart strategies when caring for, washing and feeding dogs, cats and other animals.

Meijer increases its focus on pet care

A large selection of Halloween costumes for pets is just the beginning

Preventive Pet Care: Your Pet’s Wellness Program

By Dr. Bruce Little, DVM The old adage "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure" certainly holds true when it comes to pet health. Veterinarians recommend regular wellness exams for the same reason your physician and dentist recommend them – if you can detect a problem in its early stages, it's more...

Do we need pet care advocates?

In the depth of my despair when Apollo was dying, the medical resident at the specialty hospital made a comment I will never forget. He was dying of a blood clot, a sequelae of hyperthyroidism and …

Pet care costing a fortune? There’s an insurance plan for that

As veterinary care becomes more advanced, the price tag also increases. To manage the high costs, some Ohioans are considering insurance plans that cover their furry friends.

These Factors Are Driving the Rapid Growth of Online Pet Care

Four areas of pet care are influencing the demand for products and services that rely on technology.

5 Pet Care Mistakes That'll Guarantee You a Trip to the Veterinary Hospital

When you care for your pet at home, make sure you know the proper pet care techniques. These 5 pet care mistakes will bring you to the veterinary hospital.