Labor Day is almost here and what better way to spend your last summer party than with your pooch? Good food, friends and fun are all essential for Labor Day celebrations, but is your dog prepared for the festivities? Here is a list of dangers for your dog to avoid this Labor Day to ensure he/she stays healthy and happy all weekend long.
Continue readingIt?s everyone?s favorite part of airline travel – the security checkpoint. The crowded lines, removing articles of clothing, and emptying your purse and pocket contents into a box are all reasons why these checkpoints can be a hassle. With a little preparation and the proper equipment, your next experience with airport security will be a breeze.
Continue readingIt appears that the deaths of seven puppies in the cargo hold of an American Airlines jet earlier this month has incited a request from 3 senators to refind the word “animal” to include commercially bred and show dogs. Airline pet cargo safety records need to be more accurate so that pet travelers can make wise decisions regarding their pets airline cargo travel for their pets.
Continue readingTaking your dog to the neighborhood dog park? What may appear to be a safe place for your dog to play may turn into an aggressive situation. Know your dog well and be sure that they will respond to your commands before taking your pet to play with other dogs.
Continue readingIt?s every pet owner?s nightmare: Your dog or cat is missing from the yard or dashes out the door, and you don?t know where they have gone. This could happen to even the safest pet owners. Before you panic, remember that there are steps that can be taken to recover your furry friend. Also, there are many ways to increase your chances of reuniting with your pet if the necessary precautions are made.
Continue readingWould requiring microchips in pets and owner registration help reduce the number of strays in pet shelters and the cost of boarding and euthanizing them? Certainly, it will increase the number of reunions between pets and their owners. Are there further issues as well?
Continue readingTaking your pit bull to Denmark? Think again. Denmark recently passed a ban on 13 breeds of dangerous dogs. This may mark the beginning of a trend to increase the list of banned breeds to all EU countries.
Continue readingThinking about hitting the road with your pet in an RV? No reason why the trip cannot be fun with a little planning for your pet.
Continue readingNeed to travel with a pet by air? Following simple steps can save you both a lot of stress and heartache. Preparation is the key…
Continue readingA recent incident at Laguardia Airport has caused Continental to re-evaluate its pet policy for transporting certain breeds in cargo in its Safe Pets Program.
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