Canine health and fitness are important year-round but April, as National Canine Fitness Month, presents a great opportunity to refresh and refocus the fitness goals we have for our dogs. Each dog breed was created to perform a certain job but these days, especially in the DC area, most dogs are companion animals. Excessive sitting… Read more »
Cats are naturally clean creatures, constantly licking and tending to their fur. Even though they are great at this, sometimes we, as pet parents, need to intervene and help with their grooming needs. Here’s how you can help keep your feline friend in great shape. Maintaining a Shiny Coat A cat’s healthy skin and coat… Read more »
We all know that dogs are intelligent and can be trained to do just about anything from simple commands to complex requests and helping people with disabilities. But did you know that cats are also trainable? Cats are very intelligent creatures. While most cannot be taught complex requests, you can certainly train your cat to… Read more »
No matter their age, your dog most likely has a strong desire to play. But not all play is suitable for an aging pup. Games that require exertion, like fetch or chase, may no longer be fitting for your older dog and tug games may be too hard on your dog’s neck and teeth. It… Read more »
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