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How Long Should Dogs Be Crated and Why? Time Limits
How Long Should Dogs Be Crated and Why?

How Long Should Dogs Be Crated and Why?

Last week, the Washington Post published an article about crating dogs. Entitled Should You Crate Your Dog? It's Complicated, the article goes into the basic information all dog guardians should consider when deciding whether or not to crate their dog. The writer's dog, she explains, likes his crate. She recognizes that crates aren't for every dog, however. And, while the writer covers many important topics in the piece, today, we're going to answer the question, "How long should dogs be crated and why?" with the help of the above-referenced article.

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Pet Care
National Pet Dental Health Month & Cats- Veterinary Care (1)
National Pet Dental Health Month & Cats

National Pet Dental Health Month & Cats

Most cats appear happy and healthy until they are not. Because we know that cats hide illness, we must prioritize preventative care to ensure their safety and wellbeing. Today, we're discussing one of the most significant steps cat parents can take regarding feline preventative care - dental hygiene. A few weeks ago, we covered the importance of dental health in dogs. Today we're diving into National Pet Dental Health Month & Cats even if February is National Pet Dental Health Month.

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Pet Care
Celebrating K9 Veterans Day- The Roles of Military K9s (1)
Celebrating K9 Veterans Day

Celebrating K9 Veterans Day

Every year on March 13th, the US celebrates K9 Veterans Day, a day to reflect on the valor, dedication, and sacrifices made by active-duty K9s. On this day, we honor the K9s that have passed, those who have retired, and those that remain on active duty. Military K9s play a very important role in our military, working alongside our military men and women. They keep our service members safe, often putting themselves in the literal or figurative line of fire for our freedom and in life-threatening conditions.

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Professional Education & Training
Attending the 2024 National Association of Professional Pet Sitters Conference- Exploring (1)
Attending the 2024 National Association of Professional Pet Sitters Conference

Attending the 2024 National Association of Professional Pet Sitters Conference

It's conference season and I must be in my conference era! In the last two weeks, I have attended two pet sitters conferences. The first was the Texas Pet Sitters Conference in Lewisville, Texas. This past weekend, I was in Savannah, Georgia, attending the 2024 National Association of Professional Pet Sitters Conference. Today, I want to share some highlights of the experience attending this event that kicks off National Pet Sitters Week annually.

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Pet Health
National Pet Dental Health Month & Dogs
National Pet Dental Health Month & Dogs

National Pet Dental Health Month & Dogs

As science and medicine have evolved, so has our understanding of the pivotal role dental health plays in overall health and wellness. According to the AVMA, "Dental health is a critical part of your pet’s overall health, and dental problems can cause, or be caused by, other health problems." Today, we're discussing National Pet Dental Health Month and how to keep your dog smiling.

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